Tony Gillan Reporter
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Facebook Community News Reporter at JPI Media covering Washington and Jarrow.

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Washington MP Sharon Hodgson bidding to become House of Commons Deputy Speaker

Washington MP Sharon Hodgson has announced she is to stand for the vacant role of Deputy Speaker of the House of Comm...

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Smoking causing record numbers of cancers in the North East

Cancer Research UK wants the new Labour Government to help end the devastation caused by smoking in the North East by...

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Police appeal after minibus is stolen in Sunderland

Police are asking for help after a minibus was stolen.

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Sunderland's Sheepfolds Stables archaeologists dig up industrial horse history

Archaeologists working on the Sheepfolds development have now completed their job, making some fascinating discoverie...

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Disabled woman hurt in suspected hit-and-run in Sunderland city centre

Police are appealing for information after a disabled woman was struck in an apparent hit-and-run incident in Sunderl...

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New book aims to shed more light on the controversial Lord Londonderry

A new biography of one of the region's most controversial historical figures is out now.

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Fears of 'less boozing' meant Sunderland Museum was almost never built

When it comes to arguments about spending public money, there is nothing new under the sun

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Sunderland Music City puns for you to 'enjoy', from The Beautiful Southwick to Bob Marley Pots

The Sunderland Music City bid has been launched and, if successful, could be significant for Wearside and the whole N...

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Burned out car has removed from Tunstall Hills in Sunderland

A car set ablaze beside Tunstall Hills in early June has now been removed.

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Van fire in Fulwell area of Sunderland confirmed as accidental

Firefighters were called to a vehicle fire in Fulwell which caused a smoke cloud that could be seen from miles away.

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Washington soldier's death in Cyprus to be marked 50 years on

A memorial service is to take place in Washington to mark the 50th anniversary of the death of a 17 year-old soldier ...

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Free Art Mart, stalls, music and more at Arts Centre Washington

Arts Centre Washington holds its Art Mart Craft & Makers Fair on Saturday, July 6 from 10am to 3pm. Admission is free.

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