DRIVERS WARNED: Twenty-nine vehicles were recorded breaking the speed limit on the A68 through Toft Hill, near Bishop Auckland, in the latest Speedwatch operation. Police say warning letters have been sent to all those caught. Additionally, since the start of the year, Durham's road policing unit and bike section have carried out 72 patrols in the village, issuing 30 fixed penalty notices.
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