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

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Northumberland Gazette, Sunderland Echo, Hartlepool Mail, Shields Gazette

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‘Food bank Generation Game’ aims to raise awareness and funds across Sunderland

A ‘Food Bank Generation Game’ will highlight the lives of increasing numbers of people using food banks during the co...

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The plans to transform Sunderland's 'smelly' Seaburn tram shelter were never going to please ever...

The transformation of the historic tram shelter in Seaburn is well under way as part of Sunderland’s Seafront Regener...

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How to get a bundle of goodies for just a penny from this Sunderland shop

Grocery delivery app Snappy Shopper has teamed up with a Red House shop to help families stock up, as the school East...

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Jazz icons including Ronnie Scott's All Stars coming soon to the Fire Station in Sunderland

Three of the UK’s best contemporary trad jazz ensembles are heading to The Fire Station. The venue will host The Pasa...

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Drawing of Penshaw Monument by Sunderland-loving artist LS Lowry bought privately for £18,500 aft...

An original pencil sketch of Penshaw Monument by celebrated artist LS Lowry has been sold privately after failing to ...

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Olympic rowing legend Steve Redgrave to visit Sunderland for talk at The Fire Station

Olympic rowing legend Steve Redgrave is coming to Sunderland to talk about winning gold medals at five consecutive Ol...

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Cafe and heritage centre plans for F-Pit Museum and Albany Park - here's how to have your say on ...

Plans are progressing for the regeneration of Washington F-Pit Museum and Albany Park, but Sunderland City Council wa...

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New CCTV cameras for Hetton in crime and antisocial behaviour crackdown in Sunderland community

Four new security cameras are now operating in a Wearside community as residents fight back against antisocial behavi...

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Chance for Sunderland fans to become mascot at Good Friday fixture against Hull City

Sunderland supporters have the chance to win a mascot place when their team runs out at their next home game, as part...

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Young man who died in River Wear has his wish to 'become a tree' honoured in emotional Mother’s D...

A young man who died tragically aged just 22 has had his wish to ‘become a tree’ honoured by family and friends.

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Fire Station folk stars bringing a musical treat to Sunderland

Two of British folk music’s most respected singer-songwriters and guitarists are bringing a musical treat to Sunderla...

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Boost for wildlife with 210 new trees planted at Sunderland's Bunnyhill beauty spot

Green-fingered volunteers have been joined by the Mayor of Sunderland in an environmental initiative.

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