Horden CW secured a 5-2 victory over Whickham, with three goals scored within a four-minute span in the second half. Ben Riding contributed a brace for Horden, while the Colliers showcased a strong finish to clinch the win.

At Redcar, second-half substitute Cam Wilson marked his first goal for the club, helping Redcar Town overturn a deficit to defeat Penrith 3-2. Newcastle Blue Star achieved a similar 3-2 scoreline against Marske United, continuing their competitive form in the Northern League.

In Cumbria, Carlisle City and Newton Aycliffe played to a goalless draw in a tightly contested match. Yarm & Eaglescliffe secured a 1-0 away win against Thornaby, thanks to Joe Dalton’s early header in the 16th minute.

Shildon recorded a 2-0 victory over Blyth Town with goals from Jack Blackford and Ben Urwin, one in each half, maintaining their place among the league leaders. Easington Colliery, currently at the top of the standings, overcame Newcastle Benfield 3-1 after falling behind early. Liam Adamson scored twice to lead the comeback for Easington.

Title challengers Bishop Auckland eased past Whitley Bay with a 3-1 win at Heritage Park. New signing Liam Noble, along with Craig Moody and Gary Martin—who scored a header—secured the three points for Bishop Auckland.

Crook Town defeated Northallerton Town 3-0 at Millfield, with all goals coming in the first half. Joe Bates opened the scoring with a strike from outside the box, Connor Shields added a header early on, and Bates completed his brace following a scramble inside the penalty area.

Kendal Town earned a 2-1 home win against Birtley Town thanks to two early goals from Niall Cowperthwaite and Joe Wilkinson. Birtley’s Owen Lancaster reduced the deficit later in the match but was unable to change the outcome.