The demise of a crane chick, news of the Glass Centre's last exhibition, and a mother's water safety plea.
Here are some stories from Wearside you might have missed this week.
Glass centre to exhibit graduate work in last show
The National Glass Centre has invited former graduates to take part in its final exhibition.
The show, called The Graduates, is expected to run at the Sunderland venue from January until its closure in July 2026.