Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Nigel Morris previously set two Guinness World Records rowing across the Atlantic unsupported from Canada to Falmouth in 2002 and 2005

The popular baking days have the recipe for success - here's how you can get involved

Residents across Teesside have been sharing concerns about new recycling changes mandated by central government, with Middlesbrough collections starting end of June and early July

The motorist said he regretted the incident, which was 'not one of his greatest moments', and Stockton Council lifted a suspension on his taxi licence

Paul and Sue Sadler have transformed the historic North Yorkshire estate into a luxury countryside wedding destination

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT Jonathan Olley was jailed after he was filmed hurling racial abuse at a taxi driver and repeatedly punching him in the head

This week we've gathered together the pictures of four and five-year-olds starting school in 2009

Pictures show smoke billowing from a large area of woodland at Eston Hills on Saturday, March 28

Jonathon Hardwick, 49, inherited his father's collection of 500 vintage lawnmowers - and is now left with 'plenty of options' when it comes to mowing the lawn

A 34-year-old man has been arrested at a property in Stockton on Saturday morning

Scarborough Open Air Theatre is getting ready to welcome some huge acts this summer

Redcar and Cleveland councillor Steve Kay was accused by a cabinet member of political point scoring

Middlesbrough’s new skills and employment hub will open in the shopping centre next month

A 52-year-old chef who was released from prison last week has found himself sleeping rough at the camp in Bridge Street West, Middlesbrough

Longfield House, in Newby in Middlesbrough, is for sale with Kathryn Barr Estate Agents :: The rear garden 'seemingly goes on forever, giving the house its name'

Scarborough Hospital was told to improve in certain areas - but was praised as 'kind and compassionate' in others

These criminals have all been locked up for their part in the supply of cocaine across Middlesbrough, Stockton and Redcar and Cleveland

Steel Darts, on Lord Street, in Redcar, offers all things darts-related and a practice area for players

Daytime clubbing aimed at over-30s audiences is becoming increasingly popular

Wilson Wunganai has been jailed for four years and six months at Teesside Crown Court

Sadly two dogs died in the fire which destroyed the home in Hartlepool's Lindsay Road

The youngster, who was riding a pedal cycle, thankfully only suffered minor injuries but was 'extremely shaken' as the bike rider made off

The road was cordoned off as four fire crews tackled the flames, with the aftermath described as '100% fire damaged' by the fire brigade

Colin Irving will cover more than 1,000 mile to his family's Spanish holiday destination