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MAPPED: Nine areas in County Durham ranked the 'most dangerous' in new crime figures
Nine areas of County Durham have been ranked among the 'most dangerous' locations in the North East, according to new crime figures. Churchill Support Services, a company specialising in security services, has released the results of a new study
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Air ambulance attends two 'medical incidents' in 24 hours as two in hospital
Two people are in hospital after two separate 'medical incidents' over 24 hours. Emergency services were called to Stockton and Loftus over the weekend following reports of medical episodes in the two locations. The police, ambulance and air
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All the big name brands confirmed for retail park as 2026 opening date set
The developers of a proposed new retail park that will open in 2026 have confirmed some of the names that will open once the site officially opens its doors. Scotch Corner Designer Village announced earlier this month that phase one of the project
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Floral tributes laid for County Durham teenagers who died in motorcycle crash
Tributes have been left at the side of a County Durham road where two teenagers tragically lost their lives. Police confirmed that two males, aged 18 and 13, died after a crash which took place on Middrigdge Road, Rushyford, near Newton Aycliffe
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Former Middlesbrough striker 'was key' to England's penalty success at Euros
PHILE FODEN praised coach Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink for his role in England’s penalty triumph as the former Netherlands striker now looks to deny his homeland a place in the Euro 2024 final. Gareth Southgate’s side are through to a third semi-final
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First picture of Darlington 14-year-old Scarlett Vickers after alleged murder
Police have released a picture of a Darlington girl who died following an alleged murder on Friday (July 5) evening. Durham Police were called to an address on Geneva Road in Darlington where Scarlett Vickers, 14, was pronounced dead at the scene
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Ban on parents parking outside primary school gates made permanent
A ban on parents parking up outside the gates of a Newcastle school at pick-up and drop-off times will be made permanent, after being deemed a success by council bosses. The ‘School Street’ experiment launched at Chillingham Road Primary, in Heaton
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Aldi staff member in County Durham celebrating 25 years at company
A County Durham shop worker has been congratulated after celebrating her 25th anniversary at Aldi. Sharon Scott, deputy store manager at the North Durham Retail Park store, started working for the supermarket in 1999. She worked at a variety
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Darlington Council set to discuss Tennis club lighting at planning committee
Darlington Borough Council is set to discuss a planning application to install new lights at a Darlington Tennis club at Wednesday's planning committee meeting. The application proposes to update existing lighting at New Blackwell Lawn Tennis Club
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Families pay heartfelt tributes to teenagers who died in motorcycle crash
The families of two boys who died following a motorcycle crash on a County Durham road have left heartfelt tributes to their loved ones. Police have today named the two teenagers who died after an incident which took place on Middrigdge Road, Rushyford
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Darlington head pays tribute to 'lovely' Scarlett Vickers, 14, after alleged murder
The headteacher of Haughton Academy has penned a heart warning tribute to Scarlett Vickers after the Darlington teenager died on Friday evening. Su Gill, headteacher of Scarlett's school, has described her as a "lovely girl" who was always friendly
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Farage’s Reform UK cited as factor in Teesside Tory MP’s General Election exit
Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party has been blamed in some quarters for the General Election defeat of Redcar Conservative MP Jacob Young. Conservative councillor Justin Thompson, who represents the Skelton East ward on Redcar and Cleveland Council
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Driver seriously injured after car hits telegraph pole in County Durham
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after the car he was travelling in hit a telegraph pole on a stretch of road in County Durham. The incident happened at about 1.35pm on Sunday (July 7) - which saw police cars and paramedics
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County Durham leisure centre reopens to public after refurbishment- here's when
A County Durham leisure centre partially reopened on Monday as Durham County Council confirmed a full reopening of its facilities will happen later this month. The Louisa Centre in Stanley reopened its swimming pool on Monday following refurbishment
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When will the roadworks at South Park in Darlington be finished?
Roadworks on Grange Road in Darlington will be causing delays for motorists until the end of the week. Work is currently ongoing to repair the wall running along the side of the road after months of waiting to fix it with piles of bricks There
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Filming of Hollywood movie continues as A-listers and crew return to region
Filming for a Hollywood movie has continued after the cast and crew were spotted enjoying some downtime in coffee shops and the main square of a North Yorkshire location. On Sunday (July 7), large camera vans were seen travelling through Ripon
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Darlington school cancel celebration after tragic death of pupil Scarlett Vickers
Haughton Academy in Darlington has cancelled the yearly Year 9 and 10 celebrations in light of the death of one of their pupils. An email was sent around to all parents at the school alerting them to the event cancellation. Scarlett Vickers
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Ex-Middlesbrough youngster and Sunderland transfer 'target' gets Championship move
TEESSIDER Macaulay Langstaff will come up against his hometown club Middlesbrough next season after joining Millwall. The 27-year-old has signed a long-term contract with the Lions after his move from Notts County was confirmed. Langstaff,
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Readers tributes to "sweet soul" Scarlett Vickers, 14, as parents charged with murder
The local community has been left shaken and heartbroken by the alleged murder of Scarlett Vickers, 14, as more tributes poured in for the teenager. Readers of The Northern Echo have shared their sentiments and expressed grief on social media.
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Great Yorkshire Show 2024 BBC weather forecast for July 9-12 - will it rain?
The 165th Great Yorkshire Show gets underway in Harrogate tomorrow (July 9) where 9,500 rosettes and 220 trophies will be awarded for over 2,000 classes set to take place. The grand showcase of farming, food and the countryside will see all-new
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Music icon Paul Weller headlines North Yorkshire venue during nostalgic set
Music icon Paul Weller has headlined the 2024 summer season of a North Yorkshire venue after playing a nostalgia-filled show. The Modfather took to the stage at Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Sunday (July 7) in what was the third sold-out show
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Two men arrested after "violent disturbance" on Darlington street
Two men have been arrested in connection with a "violent disturbance" in Darlington over the weekend. The police received multiple reports from residents in Nightingale Avenue at 9.20pm on Saturday (July 15). Officers arrested two men nearby
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Middlesbrough complete signing of Aston Villa target as Swindon Town tell of 'pride'
MIDDLESBROUGH have completed the signing of teenage defender Harley Hunt from Swindon Town. Boro beat Premier League clubs Aston Villa and Southampton as well as several Championship rivals to the capture of the highly-rated 16-year-old, who broke
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Police presence remains at Darlington property after early hours 'garden fire'
Police have remained at the scene of what has been described as a "garden fire" in Darlington from the early hours of this morning. Fire crews were called to Eastbourne Road in Darlington just after 3:15am this morning (July 8) following reports
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Air ambulance lands at scene of crash near Darlington as one taken to hospital
One person has been taken to hospital after the air ambulance landed on the scene of a crash on the A67 near Darlington. Emergency services were called to the A-road at about 10.50am on Saturday (July 6) following reports of a collision.
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Brand new Sephora store to open in the North East in just two months
The countdown has begun for the official opening of Sephora at this North East shopping mall - here's when. Makeup megabrand Sephora will open its brand new store in Gateshead's Metrocentre in early September, it has been confirmed. The skincare
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Middlesbrough get Aidan Morris confirmation as USA Olympics squad finalised
MIDDLESBROUGH's Aidan Morris won't be heading to the Olympics this summer, with the midfielder not included in the USA's squad for the Paris games. The USA's 18-man roster has been confirmed today, with Morris - who joined Boro from Columbus Crew
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North East business leaders tell new PM Keir Starmer how he can help our region
North East business leaders have given their reaction to the election results, and are already letting Prime Minister Keir Starmer know where his focus needs to be. John McCabe, North East Chamber of Commerce: "I congratulate the Labour Party
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“Ee by gum, what a night” - North East's surviving Tory reflects on re-election
As Labour swept to electoral victory across the UK, Conservative MP Matt Vickers celebrated the party’s sole success in the area. His second general election victory leaves him the only Tory MP on Teesside, bucking the regional and national trend
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Plans for a new 20-metre-high mast and “5G mobile base station” submitted
Plans for a new 20-metre-high mast and “5G mobile base station” on Wearside have been submitted to city development chiefs. Sunderland City Council’s planning department has received an application for a site near Pallion New Road in the Pallion
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Plans to upgrade facilities at popular park approved by councillors
Plans to extend a café and replace a toilet block at Preston Park have been approved. Stockton Council applied to its own planning department for permission to build a one-storey extension to the café and demolish the toilet block near Preston
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North East mayor calls on new Labour government to protect jobs at Hitachi
The North East mayor has called on the new Labour government to “urgently” act to protect jobs and deliver vital improvements in our region – including saving a major train factory and fast-tracking plans to bring the region’s buses under public control
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Man who raped girl is jailed after jury finds him guilty of sexual abuse
A man who abused a girl has been jailed for almost two decades. Stephen Frame, 34, raped and sexually assaulted the girl numerous times. She came forward and reported the abuse to police in 2022, and the force’s safeguarding department immediately
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Pictures as youngsters enjoy Darlington Angling Club's annual opening day
Youngsters had a great time at the annual Darlington Angling Club open day at Cleasby Lake. It was a highly successful day for the club with 20 people attending the day, including 16 young people. Several different fish were caught throughout
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Thousands of households eligible for cost of living payments this summer
Cost of living support is a few clicks away for millions of homes in England struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, according to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Vulnerable households in England are being encouraged to see what support
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'Intelligent floor' made in North East could revolutionise warehouses
A new robotics business based in Blyth, Northumberland has developed an ‘intelligent floor’ to boost productivity in UK warehouses. With plans to expand on an international scale, the concept for VersaTile has been entirely conceived in Blyth.
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Data shows nearly one third of absences from County Durham NHS are for stress
Nearly a third of staff sick days in the County Durham and Darlington Trust were due to stress-related reasons, new figures show. The King's Fund, a health think tank, said the high level of stress-related absences is a "wake up call" for the NHS
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Step back in time at history museum's immersive 'Back to the 1940s' weekend
The charm of a bygone era will be recreated at a former prisoner of war camp in North Yorkshire. Eden Camp, a modern history museum, has announced an exciting new ‘Back to the 1940s’ event on October 12 and 13. A spokesperson for the museum
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Matthew Hoppe latest ahead of Middlesbrough striker's likely transfer this summer
MIDDLESBROUGH and Matthew Hoppe will hope his future can be resolved when the MLS transfer window opens later this month. Hoppe doesn't feature in Boro's plans and hasn't travelled to Portugal with the squad, with the striker instead training back
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Police appeal as one person hospitalised after multi-car pile up
The police are appealing for witnesses after a man was hospitalised with a fractured hip following a multi-car pile-up. The incident took place on Boosbeck Road in Skelton at 10:05pm on July 6. The crash happened between a silver VW Polo, a
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The key questions Gareth Southgate has to answer ahead of England's semi-final
ENGLAND take on the Netherlands on Wednesday night for a place in the final of Euro 2024. Gareth Southgate’s side haven’t been at their best for much of the tournament, but they have found a way to make it through to the semi-finals and will be taking
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Tributes paid for 'wonderful' Scarlett Vickers, 14, killed in Darlington
Tributes are emerging on social media for Scarlett Vickers who sadly died on Geneva Road on Friday, July 5. A number of people have spoken out on social media to express their sorrow at the awful news. One post described how she was a "wonderful
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Four-year-old Amelia inspires port charity's boost for hospice
PD Ports has made its largest donation from its employee charity and community fund to support a member of its team and his family at Zoe's Place Baby Hospice. The grant of £7,500 for the purchase of a specialist bed was made following a request
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Superstar DJ performs to sold out crowd in North Yorkshire
On a dreary Saturday in July, superstar DJ Norman Cook – aka Fatboy Slim – took to the stage at Scarborough Open Air Theatre to brighten things up a little for everyone in the crowd. Touring off the heels of Glastonbury and the 25th anniversary
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'Been waiting a very long time for these' - discontinued chocolate back at B&M
A popular discontinued chocolate bar is back at B&M. It has been a difficult few months for lovers of sweet treats in the UK with several chocolates being axed by major confectionary companies including the likes of Cadbury and Nestle.
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'Charming little valley' in North Yorkshire among Britain's best summer walks
Grab your water bottle and a sun hat as some of Britain’s greatest spots for a summer walk are right here in North Yorkshire, according to BBC Countryfile. Sutton Bank near Thirsk and the “charming little valley” of Upper Wharfedale in the Yorkshire
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Tributes at scene of alleged murder of Darlington girl, 14, as police investigate
Police are still at the scene of the Darlington murder on day three of their investigation. Flowers have been laid at the scene as a tribute to the 14-year-old girl who was killed on Geneva Road. Two people have been charged with murder following
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Middlesbrough's squad in Portugal, injury latest & two youngsters to make the trip
MIDDLESBROUGH'S players got to work this morning after touching down in Portugal for their pre-season training camp. Boro are based at the same resort as last year and will once again take on Vitoria Guimaraes this coming Saturday to round off
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NAMED: Parents in court charged with Darlington teenager's murder
The parents of a teenage girl who suffered a fatal stab wound have appeared in court charged with the alleged murder. Simon Vickers and Sarah Hall made a short appearance in Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court after the 14-year-old Darlington teenager
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Man accused of attempted murder in needle stabbing probe appears in court
A man has appeared in court for the first time charged with attempted murder connected to a needle stabbing in Northallerton. Darren Michael Harris, 57, of Middlesbrough, appeared at York Magistrates' Court on Friday (July 5). Harris has been
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Ex-Middlesbrough defender's Champions League hope as former Aston Villa man opens up
EX-MIDDLESBROUGH defender Craig Harrison sets off on his latest European journey with Welsh champions The New Saints this week. Harrison, who played in the Premier League for Boro under Bryan Robson and went on to manage Hartlepool United after
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Train discounts, cinema tickets and insurance - the best freebies for over 50's
Although not yet at the state pension age, some of you might not be aware that 50+ year-olds can claim some freebies too. As the cost of living crisis rages on, you must take advantage of every possible free source of income on offer to you.
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How a remote Dales farmhouse, on the market for £1.5m, shaped Darlington town centre
A FABULOUS farmhouse in one of the most remote parts of the Yorkshire Dales, which explains much about Darlington town centre, has gone on the market for £1.5m. It is Carr End, which is on the edge of Semerwater in Raydale: a seven-bedroom, Grade
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Pair to appear in court this morning charged with murdering Darlington girl, 14
Two people from Darlington will appear in court this morning charged with murdering a 14-year-old girl. The teenager was pronounced dead at a property on Geneva Road in the town at about 11pm on Friday (July 5). Police and CSI remained at the
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Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon decision amid interest from Liverpool and Man City
NEWCASTLE UNITED are ‘unconcerned’ by reports linking Manchester City and Liverpool with possible moves for Anthony Gordon – and are confident the England international will still be at St James’ Park next season. Gordon’s future was cast into
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Martin Lewis sends urgent passport warning to all UK tourists
Martin Lewis has warned a passport rule could see British holidaymakers SENT HOME from airports. The BBC Sounds podcast host appeared on ITV This Morning opposite Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard on Tuesday (July 2) where he discussed the problem.
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The best all-inclusive UK holiday parks revealed from Potters to Butlins
All-inclusive Potters Resorts has been named the top UK holiday park, according to a survey by Which? Two of the UK's biggest holiday parks, Pontins and Butlin's scored in the bottom five of the list created through a survey of more than 1,700
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Can you park anywhere if you have a blue badge? The rules and regulations
For many, the Blue Badge is one of the most important things they have on hand. The Blue Badge allows those eligible to park closer to their destination by placing the badge in their car window. The government allows anyone with a disability
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Rent in Darlington now costing a quarter of the average local salary
The average rent in Darlington is now costing locals with the median salary a quarter of their monthly income, new data reveals. Campaign group Generation Rent said the next government must tackle the cost of rent by building more homes and stopping
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Darlington's celebrity security firm goes bust years after TV series
Darlington’s celebrity security firm has gone bust – with about £300,000 owed to creditors, and employees claiming wages were left unpaid. Sparta Security, headed up by ex-welterweight boxer and born-again Christian Francis Jones, hit the headlines
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Soldiers celebrate Armed Forces Day at school picnic to support military links
A NORTH Yorkshire primary school celebrated its links with a nearby military base by holding a special picnic to mark Armed Forces Day. Cambrai Primary School welcomed parents from nearby Catterick Garrison for the picnic, celebrating their service
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67 pictures of Durham Brass Festival as crowds pack into a city resonating with music
The streets of Durham were filled with the sound of trumpets, trombones and tubas over the weekend as street bands entertained visitors with a series of free performances. Durham Brass Festival kicked off on Friday with a week of spectacular performances
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Hour-by-hour Met Office weather forecast for the North East on Monday
It is set to be a slightly more still and sunny day on Monday than over the weekend, with temperatures reaching 20C. Forecasters predict a largely dry and bright start to today after some heavy rain over the week, with some isolated showers in
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Traffic chaos expected as busy bridge closes for seven weeks from today
Motorists can expect traffic chaos on Teesside with the Newport Bridge closing today for seven weeks. The vital route over the Tees will be closed to all vehicles until mid-August from today (July 8) for repair and maintenance works. The £1.5m
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LIVE: Breaking News, Traffic, Travel and Weather for the North East
8:45am Traffic lights off on A19 roundabout The traffic lights are off on the Holystone Roundabout under the A19,
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Five worst-rated eateries in County Durham town by food hygiene inspectors
Seaham is home to a range of incredible restaurants and cafes which are all routinely inspected by the Food Standards Agency throughout the year. We have looked through the most recent food hygiene ratings and found the five worst-rated eateries
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The search is on for Darlington and County Durham's Best Pub 2024
There are some brilliant pubs across Darlington and County Durham, and we're never short of suggestions when we ask our readers. Great beer, scenic beer gardens and colourful customers are some of the things all of our pubs have in common!
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Two-bedroom County Durham house on sale for only £45,000
A two-bed, mid-terrace house in South Moor, Stanley available for an impressive £45,000 is expected to stir interest among first time buyers and investors. According to Pattinson estate agents, the two-bedroom property on Elm Street could benefit
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Regis Le Bris' 'crazy' transfer admission and Sunderland's Clarke & Bellingham stance
REGIS Le Bris admits he's unable to absolutely guarantee Sunderland will be able to keep hold of stars such as Jobe Bellingham and Jack Clarke this summer - but he believes the Black Cats will do everything in their power to retain their top talent
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Hardwick Grange is the perfect choice for new home buyers
If you are looking for a fabulous new home in a convenient location, surrounded by beautiful countryside, then look no further than Hardwick Grange. This exciting development in the bustling market town of Sedgefield provides 3, 4 and 5 bedroom