Cameron Bancroft scored his second unbeaten century on the bounce to guide Durham to a comfortable six-wicket win over Leicestershire Foxes in their Royal London One-Cup meeting at Emirates Riverside. Bancroft was imperious once again in the middle
How did the players fare in Sunderland's 2-0 win over Doncaster Rovers? SUNDERLAND (4-2-3-1): 6 McLaughlin: Made an important first-half punch from Whiteman’s cross, but was a spectator for much of the afternoon 7 O’Nien: As committed
JACK ROSS was delighted to see his bold selection calls pay off as Sunderland took a major step towards securing automatic promotion with a 2-0 win over Doncaster Rovers. With Barnsley and Portsmouth having won prior to Sunderland’s game kicking
MORE than 150 tractors have taken part in a charity tractor run in memory of a young farmer. Members of Hamsterley Vintage Tractor Club organised its annual run to remember 21-year-old Robert Thompson, from Butterknowle, in Teesdale, who died last
ONE down, four to go. It wasn’t quite a ‘Great Friday’ for Sunderland, with Barnsley and Portsmouth winning earlier in the afternoon, but it was certainly a very Good one as Jack Ross’ side banished the memories of last weekend’s horror show against
TURNING around Hartlepool United’s home fortunes is paramount to any hopes of success. For too long, the form at the Super 6 Stadium has been far from super. Three wins from four at home and Craig Hignett may have started to steady things.
TONY PULIS has challenged Middlesbrough’s players to keep on going after watching his team show the sort of fighting spirit required to stay in the play-off zone with three matches remaining. A makeshift Boro defence, which included versatile midfielder
Goals: 1-0: Assombalonga (2, moved ahead of Batth to convert Howson’s lovely cross from the byline) Referee: Darren Bond (Wigan) – there were a couple of debatable decisions but overall he kept the game flowing. 7 Bookings: Clucas (62, dissent
HUGE queues formed outside a fish and chip shop in the region as people stood in line for a traditional Good Friday supper. This line formed outside Colmans Fish and Chips shop in South Shields, which is famous in the region for its cod and chips
FOR the first time since August, when automatic promotion was the aim, Middlesbrough have won three games in a row in the Championship to climb back in to the top six at Easter. After all the frustrations of the last few months, and the moans, the
Goals: 0-1: Rodney (13, crisp low finish from the edge of the area) 1-1: James (33, low Molyneux cross and he edge in front of his man to touch home) 2-1: Molyneux (54, took a pass into feet, turned and fired home) Bookings: None Referee
STEPHEN THOMPSON’S goal ten minutes from time, his 94th for the club, was enough to beat Bradford PA at the third time of asking this season and give Darlington a third win in a row. Consistency has been Quakers’ problem all season, but they followed
JACK ROSS has made four changes to his Sunderland side for this afternoon's home game with Doncaster Rovers. In the wake of last weekend's remarkable 5-4 home defeat to Coventry City, the Black Cats boss has changed both of his centre-halves.
Chief Sports Writer Scott Wilson reports live from the Stadium of Light as Sunderland take on Doncaster Rovers. Kick-off: 5.15pm Tweets by Scottwilsonecho
A TEENAGER who slashed a man across the face with a knife while drinking at a house party was told to expect a prison sentence of some length. Judge Christopher Prince gave the warning to Jordan Boyle after he admitted a charge of unlawful and malicious
DOZENS of animal lovers turned out in the Easter weekend sunshine yesterday for the Middleham Good Friday Open Day event. Despite racing fixtures now taking place on Good Friday, 11 stables opened their doors to the public on the traditional day
Sports Editor Nick Loughlin reports live from Victoria Park as Hartlepool take on Halifax Town. Kick-off: 3pm Tweets by loughlinecho
Deputy Sports Editor Craig Stoddart reports live from Blackwell Meadows as Darlington take on Bradford Park Avenue. Kick-off: 3pm Tweets by CStoddartEcho
Chief Football Writer Paul Fraser reports live from Riverside Stadium as Middlesbrough take on Stoke City. Kick-off: 3pm Tweets by paulfraserecho
A TEENAGER who called police to report a man brandishing a knife in public has been jailed – after it emerged he was the one carrying a blade. Jack Barrass, 19, has been locked up for nine months after being caught by police in possession of the
A MINIATURE horse has been learning how to get about the North-East as part of his training to become a guide animal. Twenty-month old Digby, an American miniature horse, is in training to become Britain’s first ever guide horse. Wearing a harness
AN OFFICIAL complaint has been made against a Labour councillor after he shared an image of a defaced Conservative poster, with swastikas daubed on photographs of rival candidates, on Twitter. Conservative Stockton Borough Council candidates Hilary
A BRITISH couple who were killed in a buggy accident on the Greek island of Santorini met while students at Durham University. Milly and Toby Savill, from Vauxhall, in south London, had been driving the vehicle on the Profitis Ilias mountain when
TWO fathers are preparing to walk 84 miles along Hadrian's Wall over three days to raise cash for causes close to their hearts. Bill Parkinson and Simon Hodgson, from Catterick Garrison, will camp in between each full day of walking to raise money
A MOTORCYCLIST who died after crashing into a lamppost has been named by police. David Brown, from the Grangetown area, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene after crashing on Trunk Road in Middlesbrough on Friday, April 12. Other news
A TOWN will come together to tell the story of Jesus' final hour for its annual Passion Play today. The Bishop Auckland Fellowship of Christian Churches (BAFCC) will present On This Day - an outdoor play which aims to "ask questions and seek answers
BUSINESSES in Bishop Auckland are celebrating after raising more than £2,500 for cancer charities. In bid to improve the take up rate for free cancer screening services, Durham County Councillor for Bishop Auckland Town, Joy Allen approached several
RUNNERS will once again take on a race through the grounds of a County Durham castle. Organised by Teesdale Athletic Club, the 17th Annual Raby Races will take place at Raby Castle, near Staindrop, on Sunday, May 12. Four races will take place
A DISABLED boy who has become one of the region's celebrities is set to relaunch a store in a market town next week. Teddy Berriman, of Burnt Houses, in Teesdale is known for loving life and taking everyday obstacles in his stride despite suffering
A CHURCH is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. Barnard Castle Methodist Church was first opened in 1894 evolved under the leadership of an Anglican priest, John Wesley. Methodist Fellowship in Barnard Castle first began in 1747 with
TONY PULIS shares Steve Gibson’s concerns about potential financial rule-breaking in the Championship, and has urged the Football League to ensure their Financial Fair Play regulations are being stringently enforced. Gibson is set to raise the
LEE CATTERMOLE is set to return to Sunderland’s starting line-up this afternoon – and Jack Ross expects the experienced midfielder to play a pivotal role in the final five games of the season. Cattermole has been sidelined since damaging his ankle
Heighington Scouts have been challenged to bring together 100 people of all ages for an event. On Saturday, April 20, they are holding a history exhibition in their village hall, and asked for some pointers… HEIGHINGTON sits on a hill which is
A NORTH-EAST port has secured a deal with Dutch shipping line. PD Ports will be working with Cargow, which bosses say will further strengthens Teesport’s platform and market position as a port of choice for shippers accessing the North of the UK
AS a staunch Leave supporter I am very much looking forward to the possible Euro elections in May. This is a chance for those of us who have been let down by the overwhelmingly Remain supporting Conservative and Labour MPs to get our own back.
A REVOLUTIONARY piece of North-East history restored for future generations to enjoy will open its doors to dozens of families this bank holiday. The Victorian Tees Cottage Pumping Station, in Darlington, began supplying clean drinking water to
SENTENCE on a banned driver who knocked down a teenager crossing a road has been adjourned until the extent of the boy’s current injuries are known. Gareth Shaun Ross was to have been sentenced at Durham Crown Court for dangerous driving and other
A DANGER driver who killed a mother and seriously injured her young child will not be given a longer sentence. Stuart Levy ploughed into 29-year-old Shantelle Kirkup on a pedestrian crossing in Darlington, killing her and seriously injuring her
AN online petition to garner support to protect historic parkland in Darlington has reached the 1,000 signature mark. Members of the Blackwell Action Group launched the campaign to save the Blackwell Grange Parkland from housing development.
SEVERAL new apprenticeship roles are a go after a local authority pledged to part-fund their employers in a recent scheme. Richmondshire District Council launched its own Apprenticeship Wage Subsidy Scheme in February. The scheme, which has been
A WOMAN who was caught driving after drinking a large amount of vodka has been banned from driving 30 months. Jill Nesham, of Brunton Street, Darlington, was pulled over by police on February 22 and found to have an alcohol in breath reading of
A NUMBER of egg-stravagant Easter events for all the family will be on offer throughout the bank holiday weekend. The Cornmill Shopping Centre in Darlington will host an array of activities running from Good Friday until Easter Monday. Stuck
AMYTHYST Kiah is the latest star to perform in the Courtroom Sessions at Middlesbrough Town Hall. The Southern Gothic, alt-country blues singer-songwriter comes to the venue on Wednesday, August 28. Co-hosted by The Jumpin’ Hot Club – seasoned
JACK ROSS insists Stewart Donald does not have a say over his team selections, but has backed the Sunderland owner’s stance on his club’s young players. Donald caused something of a stir earlier this week when he discussed Benji Kimpioka’s contract
MEMBERS of the Classic Corvette Club are expected to attend the car show 'Classics on Show' for their first time in June. Corvette enthusiasts from Cumbria, Northumberland, Durham, Tyneside and Teesside will bring ten prized vehicles to the car
UNTOLD stories and treasured memories of a long-standing hotel are being sought to help celebrate 80 years since it opened. Years gone by will be brought back to life by former guests and staff of the Holiday Inn Darlington – A1 Scotch Corner as
WITH Easter approaching there is nothing like a good (often bracing) coastal walk and there is none better than the relatively short walk from fascinating Robin Hood’s Bay to the fishing port of Whitby. It is a 1 way walk and the assumption is that
A CIDER festival is being held at a Durham pub this weekend. The Woodman Inn, in Gilesgate, hosts the cider festival, which takes place today and continues on Saturday. It features a selection of ciders, including up to ten real ciders and guest
A WARRANT has been issued for the arrest of a defendant who was given the chance to avoid a prison sentence by remaining offence free in recent months. Judge Christopher Prince deferred sentence on Daniel Robinson for three months, in January, giving
A TEAM of friends from across the country have each run 50 miles in 50 days to raise vital funds for the charity Parkinson’s UK. Yaldren’s Heroes arrived at Saltburn’s Cliff Lift at the end of their final mile having raised more than £8,000 to fund
RAFAEL BENITEZ has confirmed his contract discussions with Newcastle United have been at an impasse for more than a month, and conceded the ongoing uncertainty is making it impossible for him to make any firm decisions on his players’ futures.
A COUNCILLOR – who also is the husband of a Labour council leader – has been suspended from the party after being suspected of leafleting on behalf of a rival candidate. But Stephen Akers-Belcher said the suspension showed Labour had its priorities
ON Monday night (Apr 15), I attended a depressing event. John Elliott of EBAC organised a Bishop Auckland Town Meeting on the subject of Brexit. An audience of largely over-50s heard from him and the prospective Tory candidate for Bishop Auckland
DOZENS of children admitted to hospital this weekend will not miss out on Easter treats thanks to a football squad and generous fans. Players and backroom staff from Darlington Football Club visited the children's ward at Darlington Memorial Hospital
RODNEY…. STILL RODNEY. The screaming words from Sky Sports on the most dramatic and harrowing days for Hartlepool United. Devante Rodney, the unlikeliest of possible saviours, scored twice on the final day of the season two years ago as Pools almost
A TEENAGER who has been growing her hair for several years so it is long enough to donate to charity has had it chopped off to make wigs for sick children. Rachel Butcher, from Durham, had 12 inches of hair cut off to donate to The Little Princess
