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Joy to the world - Christmas and New Year are over!16:45
Can you spot yourself in these pictures of Sunderland in 2009 .... the year when a beach ball hit the sporting headlines16:45
Plans for new Sunderland KFC and Burger King set for approval despite objections10:03
How to get tickets to the Gin Festival being held in Sunderland16:18
Nine different ways people around the North East celebrate the New Year - fancy joining in any of these?11:47
Bus services diverted as emergency services called to two-vehicle crash20:16
Road reopened following crash between a van and car in Sunderland10:57
Burglars steal sentimental jewellery from elderly woman's home in Sunderland20:36
Sunderland weather: Here's the forecast for your New Year's Eve celebrations19:25
Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Stewart Donald 'actively' trying to sell the club amid pressure from supporters17:45
Revealed: The key moments and decisions that led to Stewart Donald deciding to sell Sunderland AFC10:20
Man due in court after attempted armed robbery at Washington convenience store16:45
Phil Parkinson reveals key factor behind Chris Maguire's recent improvement and praises this Sunderland trio16:32
Everything you need to know about Christmas recycling - from where to recycle your Christmas tree to getting rid of wrapping paper16:00
Sunderland face loan competition from these EFL clubs for Bristol City striker Antoine Semenyo15:13
Match day diary: How police horse team help keep crowds safe during football patrols14:52
9 new laws coming into force in 2020 - including state pension rates, Help to Buy and parental leave14:01
Legoland and Disney World are offering huge discounts in January, including free £100 Amazon vouchers - here’s how to get them12:04
Inside Sunderland's overdue away win as fans show why this club will always be special11:00
Attacks on Sunderland council staff more than double in recent years12:56
This is when you will be able to see the ‘Full Wolf Moon’ in January - and when the Quadrantids Meteor Shower will be visible12:51
The photos Sunderland fans will LOVE after Doncaster Rovers win12:43
Your council tax bill could be £70 more expensive next year as 4% hike comes into force - the costs you need to know12:26
How to make sure your New Year’s resolutions stick with these top tips and tricks09:51
Staff member assaulted at Nisa Local in Boxing Day robbery12:13
Brave 12-year-old given the gift of life for Christmas after undergoing heart transplant12:12
20 best superfoods for 202011:45
Meet the Washington metal workers working on homes of stars such as Rupert Grint and Alesha Dixon16:45
Tyne Pedestrian and Cycle Tunnel hit by further delays with work set to continue into 202011:26
Free NHS hospital parking will come into effect in 2020 - how to check if you’re eligible15:00
Sunderland academy ranked as third 'most improved school' in the UK in national magazine11:05
Sunderland taxi driver who lost licence after assault convictions has appeal turned down06:00
Christmas is over for another year - but when should you take down your decorations?09:42
Sunderland linked with ex-Tottenham man and Championship striker - League One gossip08:47
This is what Jordan Pickford had to say about Sunderland taunts from Newcastle United fans09:34
Phil Parkinson reacts to the #DonaldOut fan campaign and hails 'terrific' Sunderland fans for backing in Doncaster Rovers win09:33
How you can support the Samaritans in Sunderland in 2020 as volunteers deal with busiest time of the year09:32
14 of the biggest names coming to Newcastle's Utilita Arena in 2020, including The Who and Stormzy09:32
Phil Parkinson confirms Sunderland interest in Bristol City striker Antoine Semenyo and reveals why Ben Alnwick is training with club07:08
Sunderland LIVE news: Breaking news, traffic, travel and weather updates for Monday, December 3008:00
Sunderland set transfer wheels in motion as Phil Parkinson retains backing: three key conclusions from Doncaster victory06:00
Echo readers back calls for another Bank Holiday in the UK02:50
Metro pressure group calls for resolution to ongoing dispute between Nexus and RMT Union07:00
Phil Parkinson reveals why Sunderland's win at Doncaster Rovers is just the start06:00
Stealing children’s toys from Asda and aftershave from Debenhams – some of the latest cases heard in court round-up06:00
New police plea to solve Sunderland murder on 25th anniversary of young mum's slaying