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Nine things you said about Sunderland's new tearoom Eat It Sweet
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The opening of a new tearoom in Sunderland has left a sweet taste in the mouths of our readers.
Eat It Sweet is now in business in Stockton Terrace, Grangetown - and yesterday we paid them a visit to take a look around.
Will you be popping in for a slice of cake at Eat It Sweet?
The range of cakes will certainly leave your stomach rumbling - and there is hot food too if a sweet treat isn't quite your bag.
Dozens of you got in touch with us on social media to share your views on the new business.
Read more: Kaleidoscope of cakes on offer at new Sunderland tearoom
Here's what you had to say.
The new tearoom in Sunderland.
Nita Tennant: "Been in twice (or now) fantastic, fresh-baked, fabulous cakes and a whole lot more! Very tastefully decorated in a lovely homely atmosphere, going back real soon, be rude not to."
Dorothy Davison: "So glad these tearooms are on my doorstep.. So beautifully decorated inside with a homely feel & the girls are so friendly. Can't wait to call in again. Well done to you all."
Allison Gibbons: "Tried this tearoom on Saturday it's lovely, staff are lovely too."
Vicky Green: "Looks amazing & right on the doorstep. Deffo trying this place out soon."
Kate Coverdale: "Met these lovely ladies at the weekend and heard all about their booming business - can't wait to try this place out."
Karen Marriner: "Fantastic food and the cakes are amazing ,highly recommended."
Tegan McLaren: "Congratulations to you all, it looks amazing!"
Abbz Mullen: "Literally outside my front door I know where I'm going on the weekend."
Vicky Smith: "Well done Joanne and Christy."
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Police are appealing for information after a man was allegedly threatened with a knife outside of a Tesco Express in Hartlepool.
The suspect is alleged to have approached the victim outside Tesco Express, Throston, and threatened him with a knife last night.
They have then both got into a taxi to the area of Mounston Close, Hartlepool, where the suspect has stolen items from the victim’s home.
This is believed to have occurred between 9.30pm – 10pm.
Police are appealing to trace the taxi driver that may be a key witness. Also police would like to speak to anyone else with any information about this incident to contact DC 1755 Clark on 101.
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Durham Cricket League: Phili eye final flourish in league and cup, despite loss of star Singh
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Philadelphia are aiming to end the season on a high.
Captain Shaun Smith enjoys the luxury of having his strongest side available for Saturday’s trip to Green Drive to take on second-top Dawdon.
Third-placed Phili are also gunning for glory on three cup fronts.
“We’ve already won the Hedworth Williamson Cup and have the chance to lift another couple of cups, so we have a lot to play for in both the league and knockout competitions,” said Smith.
“Whatever the outcome, we’ve had our best season in years.”
Indian Amarjeet Singh has played a pivotal role in the team’s success.
Chairman Malcolm Pratt said: “We look forward to him finishing with more than 50 wickets and maybe 500 runs. He has been a great asset this season, that’s for sure.”
Had Dawdon, with 10 wins this season, converted a few of their six losses, it would have been a different picture at the top. They are at full strength and skipper Stephen Gale said:“We are confident and expect to win against a strong Philadelphia team.”
Horden, in fourth, could leap-frog them both of course, if that match is drawn and they win at home to Crook Town.
However, Crook will be fighting for their lives, as they are in the second relegation position, 19 points behind the safety line and Bill Quay.
Quay are desperate for points and they travel to Castle Eden, who have had a very good second half to their season.
Quay have John Newstead back and skipper Jeff Tudor said: “If we win one of our last three, we should be safe, and we still have Crook to play.”
Seaham Park are not safe just yet and they entertain Durham City, who have done enough to stay up this season, while Esh Winning take on Easington in a mid-table clash.
Burnopfield will be crowned champions if they beat relegated bottom club Hylton, who have managed just a solitary victory this season.
Burnopfield are odds-on favourites to wrap the title up at the Billy Hardy Centre in only their second season in the league, following promotion from Division Two last year.
Division Two has been fascinating all season, and, incredibly, it’s still possible for any two of seven teams to be promoted.
Realistically, with Littletown holding a 50-point advantage over Marsden, in third, they are probably home and dry, but, Whiteleas in second, are just 17 points ahead of their South Tyneside neighbours.
The leaders travel to sixth-placed Ryhope on Saturday, while Whiteleas are at home to Ushaw Moor, who are seventh and 30 points behind their opponents.
Leas are bolstered by the return of influential skipper Owen Peterson and also welcome back opening bowler Chris Nichol, after a nagging calf injury.
Nichol has put in some fine performances with the new ball this season, but has gone under the radar somewhat, as club pro Abdul Ameer has taken the plaudits for some phenomenal hauls of wickets.
Ushaw Moor themselves are not out of contention, so Leas are expecting a tough battle .
Skipper Peterson said: “The lads have dug in all season and produced some outstanding displays to get us in the position we are in.
“It’s been tight at the top from game one and I have no doubt that won’t change until the last game.
“It’s going to be tough, but we have strong characters in the team who are all up for the fight. Morale is great and the game can’t come soon enough for them.”
Fourth-top Peterlee, level on points with Marsden, are at home to rock-bottom Silksworth and must be big favourites to win.
Marsden entertain fifth-top Evenwood, in fifth, a game which looks a cracker on paper, as one team is likely to be eliminated from the promotion race after this game, if it’s a draw, then the other teams will get closer – brilliant cricket conspiracy theories!
Boldon CA have Adam Slater back at home to Houghton.
Murton welcome Langley Park to the Welfare Ground. Langley have skipper David Jones back and Connor Surtees returns after his recovery from a broken jaw, while Craig Robertson will look to maintain his impressive recent form.
Chairman Stephen Cheal said: “It’s always a good game against Murton.”
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Broadway boys revel in super haul of six trophies
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Broadway Junior School’s footballers this year will have a hard task to match last season’s achievements.
The class of 2016 matched Broadway’s 2014-15 feat of landing both the Sunderland Primary Schools FA’s seven-a-side Division A and nine-a-side Division B titles and went one better by securing four other trophies in a memorable campaign.
Their seven-a-side success clinched a place in the finals night for the overall championship against the other divisional winners and runners-up.
Broadway lost the opening game 1-0 against St Cuthbert’s in torrential rain, but bounced back to beat Richard Avenue 2-0, with goals from Mitchell Fairweather and Riley Mouat, to reach the semi-finals.
The same combination then clinched a 2-0 victory over Farringdon to set up a final rematch with group conquerors St Cuthbert’s. This time, Broadway came up trumps, with a Fairweather strike securing a 1-0 victory.
As Division B nine-a-side champions, Broadway qualified for the Ron Gormley Trophy final, facing Division A winners Fulwell Junior School at Castletown Primary.
Excellent strikes from Donnell and Gage Robinson had them two up, but Fulwell hauled themselves level impressively.
Broadway, though, regained the lead as Deacon Donnell played a perfect through ball for captain Logan Herron, who fired across the keeper for a 3-2 advantage.
Man of the match Herron then sealed victory with a spectacular overhead kick from 30 yards, ensuring Broadway lifted the trophy for the first time.
The seven-a-side squad also won two tournaments organised by the Foundation of Light to earn the right to represent Sunderland AFC in the Premier League Schools Tournament at Goodison Park.
Despite drawing 2-2 with Crystal Palace and losing games against Watford (5-1), West Ham (2-1) and Manchester United (3-2), the Sunderland lads’ performances and attitude impressed the Premier League matchday officials enough to award them with the Fair Play trophy, which was presented by Everton and England full-back Leighton Baines and Premier League chief executive (Richard Scudamore).
Broadway also landed the Durham County Alan Grimes Cup for the first time, by winning two group stages.
Despite missing influential captain Herron and Fairweather Broadway produced a fantastic display to defeat Easington Colliery 3-0, with goals from Donnell, Mouat and Jack Waller.
They followed up with a 2-1 win over Hill View, as Donnell and Waller notched, and clinched the trophy with a 4-0 defeat of Wingate, with Matthew McCone’s strike added to by Donnell and Waller (2).
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Melissa steps out on Memory Walk in tribute to her ‘hero’ grandad
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Melissa Derbyshire is putting her best foot forward in memory of her beloved grandad.
Jonathan ‘Jonty’ Todd was 75 when he succumbed to vascular dementia in 2014.
Melissa Derbyshire with grandad Jonty.
Melissa, 28, of West Rainton, is determined to raise awareness of the disease and will join dozens of other taking part in the Alzheimer’s Society’s flagship event, Memory Walk, in Bents Park, South Shields, on Saturday, October 8.
“I’m walking for my grandad – he was a real hero because of the way he fought this terrible disease,” she said.
“I’m so proud to have called him my grandad – he was a pure champ.
“Now I want to do all I can to raise awareness and money for the Alzheimer’s Society in the hope that one day a cure will be found.
I’m really looking forward to Memory Walk. I’ve never done anything like it before and I plan to have a photograph of grandad printed on the back of my Memory Walk T Shirt so people know why I am doing it. Melissa Derbyshire
Melissa, who works at Asda’s Washington warehouse, was particularly close to her grandad as a youngster: “I think he had a real soft spot for me.
“He wasn’t an especially cuddly person, but he used to cuddle me often,” she said.
Jonathan’s wife Norma died 15 years ago and he began showing early signs of memory loss shortly after.
“They had a really good social life, but after gran died granddad had less interaction with people and I think that may have had something to do with the disease taking hold,” said Melissa.
“He used to leave the cooker on, or he’d turn up at our house unexpected and not know why he was here.”
“I’m really looking forward to Memory Walk. I’ve never done anything like it before and I plan to have a photograph of grandad printed on the back of my Memory Walk T Shirt so people know why I am doing it.”
There are two walks, covering either 1.5km or 7km, both at 11am. Participants must register in advance at www.memorywalk.org.uk or by calling 0300 330 5452.
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Tributes as dedicated teacher loses cancer battle
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A dedicated Wearside teacher has died weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.
Oxclose Community Academy design technology teacher John Drummond was just 33.
John in his Sunderland rugby kit
Originally from Appleby, John moved to Sunderland for university.
It was there he met wife Amy. The couple had been together for ten years and married shortly before his death.
"It has been overwhelming, the amount of contact I have had from people who just want to tell me stories about him, all this stuff I didn't realise” said Amy.
John had been at Oxclose for around seven years and teaching was his passion.
"His mum was a head teacher and his dad was a furniture maker,” said Amy. “So when he went into technology teaching, he loved it.
"And he loved Oxclose. He loved his form class, and he particularly loved working with kids who had disabilities. He would come home and say ‘I’m knackered’ but he still used to stay late and organise things for the pupils to do.
"He was in charge of the school’s ‘Bright Sparks’ scheme for talented pupils. He took them to London, he did presentations with them.
"He always wanted to be creative - he never wanted the kids to be bored."
John was also a dedicated rugby player and a member of the Sunderland first team.
His team-mates will be at Sunderland Crematorium at 10.30am on Tuesday for a funeral service Amy is determined will be a celebration of John’s life, before moving on to the team’s club house.
"It is going to be sad, but I don’t want it to be morbid. We’re asking people to dress smartly but in bright colours,” she said.
Oxclose Community Academy head Tony Cunningham paid tribute to John as pupils collected their GCSE results yesterday.
“He was a fantastic member of staff, highly respected by everybody here, staff and pupils alike,” he said.
“It has been a huge shock to the school and we want to send our sincere condolences to Amy and to John’s family.
“We believe it will take some time for us to come to terms with such a huge loss.”
The school has written to the parents of John’s form class and counsellors will be on hand when school resumes next month.
“We will have arrangements in place to support the children when they return,” said Tony.
“The pupils return on Tuesday, staff will in school on the Monday for an inset day and we will come together to remember John.”
Tony and Amy have agreed that a new fund will be set up in the school in John’s memory, to help disabled and disadvantaged youngsters overcome their challenges.
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Sunderland is ‘one of the top ten places in Britain to earn a living’
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Sunderland is one of the best places in the country to make a living, according to new research.
Consumer credit comparison website TotallyMoney.com examined factors such as employment rates, average wages and cost of living to find the best places to live in the UK from a financial perspective.
Sunderland Football Club Commercial Director Gary Hutchinson.
The data puts Sunderland in ninth place, while the North West is the top choice, with Burnley in first place and Wigan second.
Barnsley, Mansfield, Blackburn, Telford, Aberdeen, Derby and Peterborough make up the rest of the top ten.
London may offer better wages than the rest of the country, but steep property prices and the highest cost of day-to-day expenses in the country make it one of the worst places in the county to earn a living.
The coastal town of Hastings was found to be the worst place in the UK to make a living.
It’s great to see that our city is one of the best places to make a living. Gary Hutchinson
TotallyMoney.com Head of Brand and Communications Joe Gardiner said: “While scenery, shopping and a nice local pub are all important, people will always want to live in areas where they can be financially secure.
“This research shows us the true financial-health of an area, and that a town which offers high-paying jobs and expensive restaurants won’t necessarily be the best place to make a living.
“We hope this research will allow people to make more informed decisions when looking for somewhere to live and allow them to take steps toward improving their financial situation.”
Although Sunderland has relatively high unemployment, at 8.2%, it is showing strong job growth and finishes higher than Middlesbrough (21st) and Newcastle (48th).
SAFC commercial director Gary Hutchinson is chairman of the North East of England Chamber of Commerce’s Sunderland committee: “It’s great to see that our city is one of the best places to make a living,” he said.
“We have a very adaptable and capable workforce in Sunderland as many of our leading businesses will testify.
“The city is showing strong job growth, with many people now financially stable which is pivotal in our effort to increase employment in the city and while we welcome this report it is important that we continue to work on the weaker areas of our economy to drive Sunderland forward.”
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Sunderland dad falsely claimed £10,000 in benefits while working as Stadium of Light steward
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A dad falsely claimed almost £10,000 in disability benefits over a three-year period - during which time he had worked as a matchday steward at the Stadium of Light.
John Milburn, 48, was in receipt of disability living allowance, jobseekers allowance and employment support allowance from 2012.
He had been suffering from problems with arthritis and said he was unable to work.
However, his situation improved as such that he gained a door supervisor licence and began to work as a matchday steward at Sunderland Football Club.
Milburn’s dishonesty was uncovered when it was found that he could walk further than the 10 metres at a time he had told the Department for Work and Pensions.
Prosecutor Jeanette Smith told a hearing at Sunderland Magistrates’ Court: “The total overpayment is £9,700.
“He said he was unable to walk for more than 10 metres due to a problem with his hips.
“But he had his door supervisor’s licence and was a steward at the Stadium of Light.
“To do that job he has to be fit.
“He got his door supervision licence in 2012 and he didn’t start work at Sunderland Football Club until September 2014.
“But there is evidence to say he worked sporadically as a door supervisor.”
Milburn, of Sunningdale Road, in Springwell, Sunderland, pleaded guilty to three counts of dishonestly failing to notify a change of circumstances affecting his entitlement to benefits.
The offences covered a three-year period from January 2012 to April 2015.
Anna Haq, defending, said that her client had suffered from health issues and a relationship problem meant he took on the steward’s job.
“The reason he was entitled to Jobseekers Allowance at the time was that he was suffering from arthritis.
“Since this happened his mental health has been affected quite severely.
“He even struggled to get to court today.”
Ms Haq added: “He accepted casual work at the Stadium of Light and it was only seven hours a fortnight.
“He said he knew the manager and was given the easier jobs.
“His partner at the time, who he had two children with, said if he did not take the job, he would not be able to see the children.
“He does now seek assistance from his GP in relation to his mental health and he is having tests on his liver, so he is a man with a number of health issues.”
Chairman of the bench David Gostling made Milburn, who is now paying the £9,700 overpayment back, the subject of a six-week curfew order while also ordering him to pay £85 in costs.
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Sunderland make bid for Sevilla midfielder Vicente Iborra, confirms David Moyes
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David Moyes has confirmed Sunderland have made a bid for £7million-rated Sevilla defensive midfielder Vicente Iborra, who has been on the club’s radar all summer.
Iborra, who only signed a new deal until 2020 last summer, has made 83 appearances for Sevilla, scoring 17 goals, since moving from Levante in 2013.
It is understood he will be allowed to leave for the right price, with Sevilla chairman Jose Castro confirming that the Europa League holders have had an offer for him.
Castro said: "We have an important offer for Iborra. In this moment, it isn’t clear if we will accept it and we will wait to see what happens in next [few] days."
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Didier N'Dong: Everything you need to know about the Sunderland target
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Sunderland have been heavily linked with a deadline day move for Lorient midfielder Didier N'Dong in what would be a club record deal.
But just who is N'Dong?
Here are seven things you need to know about Sunderland's potential new addition:
He's Been Linked Before
Sunderland's interest in N'Dong hasn't come about overnight. Reports in L'Equipe back in June suggested the Black Cats were interested in the midfielder's services, before the rumours cooled off.
Ever-Present in 2015/16
The Gabonese international didn't miss a game for Lorient in Ligue 1 last season.
Despite only finding the net once, N'Dong was highly-praised for his role in the centre of the park as Lorient finished 15th in France's top flight.
Age Is On His Side
At 22, N'Dong certainly has the best years of his career ahead of him. But with almost 50 Ligue 1 appearances under his belt, he is far from inexperienced.
Sunderland may be looking to the future with this purchase, with the midfielder certainly having the potential to improve further.
Reliability
N'Dong has never missed an extended period through injury – something that can't be said of the likes of Jan Kirchoff and Lee Cattermole.
This could well be an attractive trait to David Moyes who will be looking for some continuity in the centre of the park.
Style of Play
He'll certainly cover plenty of ground. A quick and energetic player, N'Dong's work rate certainly endeared him to the Lorient faithful.
He's not a prolific goalscorer, but will help to break up play and drive his team forward.
Discipline
He likes a yellow card. In fact, N'Dong is currently suspended having seen red in Lorient's recent defeat to Bastia.
He may need to hold back a little bit in the Premier League, or Moyes could find him a regular absentee.
International
An established Gabon international with 18 caps to his name, he will likely miss part of the Premier League season due to the African Cup of Nations which is taking place in his homeland.
This is something Moyes will have to address.
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Sunderland boss David Moyes backs Jermain Defoe for England call-up
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Jermain Defoe will find out on Sunday whether he has done enough to earn an England recall.
Defoe has scored twice in three Premier League games for Sunderland this season ahead of former Black Cats boss Sam Allardyce naming his first England squad on Sunday.
The 33-year-old put Sunderland 1-0 up from the penalty spot in the 80th minute before Jay Rodriguez equalised five minutes from time for Southampton.
Moyes said: "I wouldn't be surprised at all, because Jermain Defoe is a goalscorer.
"He has that ability to score out of very little.
"And Sam knows him, he knows him better than me because he has worked with him for longer than I have.
"From what I've seen, he is a really good pro and that's what I like about him.
"He wants to do things right, and he wants to stay in good condition.
"He is certainly not someone who is just playing out the latter days of his career.
"I'd love to have a Sunderland player in the England squad.
"We started at Everton like that, then I hoped to have two players in the England squad, then three, and build it up into a squad of top international players.
"If Jermain Defoe gives us the start we need, I will be thrilled."
Defoe was tripped by Jose Fonte for the penalty.
Moyes added: "He had one or two sniffs of chances as well, and he put one away against Man City the other week as well.
"He took his penalty kick terrifically well, and we are going to need his goals.
"I haven't seen it [the penalty] yet. But some people say yes and some people say no, so if it is a split decision the referee has to call it one way or the other.
"He's a really good finisher, and we just need to keep a check on him because he is carrying a bit of a thigh strain."
New signing Javier Manquillo, 22, made his debut for Sunderland after arriving on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid.
Moyes added: "I thought the right-back played very well today on his debut, so there were some pluses.
"I thought Adnan [Januzaj] had some great moments for us, and there were moments where you could see what a great player he is.
"We have to raise our quality and make sure that we are winning games, not drawing or losing them."
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Albert Adomah leaves Middlesbrough and signs for Aston Villa
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Middlesbrough winger Albert Admoah has left the Riverside Stadium to join Championship side Aston Villa.
Villa chairman Tony Xia confirmed the move on his Twitter account earlier today after Adomah was reported to have been undergoing a medical with the Villains.
The 28 year-old has attracted interest from several Championship clubs having been deemed surplus to requirements, but the Villa Park outfit have won the race for his signature for a reported fee of £8million.
Admoah has made 130 appearances since moving to the Riverside Stadium in 2013, but has found first team football hard to come by in recent months.
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Almost one in five young people in Sunderland out of work
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Almost one in five young people in Sunderland is unemployed, according to new research.
Figures from business service specialist EY and independent charity the EY Foundation show unemployment among under-25s on Wearside running at 19.5 per cent.
Paul Carbert of the NEECC
The picture is repeated across the North East, with the region’s youth unemployment rate of 18.3% the highest in the country.
Middlesbrough is the UK’s youth unemployment hotspot, with 27.3% of under-25s - more than one in four - out of work.
The North East also had a relatively low proportion of people aged 18-24 in full-time education last year - 30.7% - compared to 32.4% for the UK.
North East England Chamber of Commerce policy adviser Paul Carbert said business had to do more to highlight the opportunities available to young people: “The figures are disappointing for our region, but there has been progress since the recession.
Levels of youth unemployment are improving but pockets are still reporting much higher youth unemployment rates than the average, with some cities affected more than others. Mark Hatton
“We are working to develop closer connections between businesses and education which will help young people develop the skills needed by employers.
“Inspiring young people to apply for jobs in growing industries in our region, with targeted support and funding aligned to local economic priorities, will help to address this problem.”
Today’s report shows youth unemployment is highest in urban areas across the country, with rates higher than the regional average in the majority of cities.
Mark Hatton, Senior Partner at EY in the North East, said: “Youth unemployment rates have fallen from the peaks we saw during the recession, when 40% of the UK’s 16-17 year olds were facing unemployment.
“However, a stubbornly high number of young people remain excluded from the labour market, which could be further exacerbated by a period of weaker economic growth in a Brexit environment.
“Looking at this region as a whole, what stands out is that overall levels of youth unemployment are improving but pockets are still reporting much higher youth unemployment rates than the average, with some cities affected more than others.
“These regional differences underline the importance of a coordinated response from Government and business to tackle the issues locally.
“This could potentially be accompanied by more devolution of skills and education to the Northern Powerhouse.”
According to today’s report, youth employment across the UK fell by 166,000 from 2004 to 2015, with the biggest drop, 109,000, seen in the manufacturing sector.
In the last decade, construction and financial and business services have also reduced the number of young people they employ.
Today’s report says future skills development should target those industries that can provide the most opportunities for young people, with manufacturing being one of the most important sectors for growth in the North East.
Nationally, the two sectors that employ the highest proportions of young people – distribution and hospitality – are set to grow, while those in which young people are most likely to have difficulty finding employment - mining and utilities and manufacturing - are expected to see a fall in employment levels up to 2030.
EY Foundation chief executive Maryanne Matthews said: “Maturing workforces, demands for new skills in a knowledge economy, and a projected growth in the number of high-skilled jobs over the next few years, means the need for employers to diversify talent has become a business imperative.
“Flexible and dynamic businesses rely on continuously attracting new skills and experience and yet youth unemployment remains a significant problem in the UK.
“It is imperative that UK employers open their doors to invest in developing the skills of young people. By offering paid work experience opportunities to young people, this could lead to jobs in the future, reduce unemployment rates and help to address the UK skills gap.
“The more employers play an active role in developing young people, the more we can help every young person to have better working prospects now and in the future.”
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Bank holiday 'carmageddon' looms with worst road congestion for years
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Drivers face "carmageddon" this weekend with the worst bank holiday congestion on UK roads for years, experts warned.
Transport information supplier Inrix said some stretches of road could have twice as many vehicles between Friday and Monday compared with a normal weekend.
The North east should be okay, but hotspots to avoid for those going further afield including sections of the M25, M5, M27 and M6.
The combination of rail engineering work and a forecast of potentially warm weather is expected to boost the number of journeys over the popular getaway weekend.
Inrix traffic analyst Greg Hallsworth said: "This bank holiday could see the worst congestion in recent years.
"A perfect storm of conditions will lead to increased traffic as carmageddon blights the long weekend.
"With some uncharacteristically good weather forecast and potential rail disruption, holidaymakers could find roads gridlocked far more than usual.
"We have already seen delays of up to 90 minutes during the bank holidays earlier this year but we could see delays of more than 120 minutes for some of the worst affected roads this weekend."
The RAC estimates that 20.7 million cars will be using major roads for leisure trips between Thursday and Monday.
Based on a survey of 1,579 motorists, it expects Saturday is set to be the busiest day with five million leisure journeys planned - double the figure for the same day last year.
Sunday is also set to be busy on the roads with 4.4 million getaway trips.
Road congestion could be made worse with nearly 1,000 engineering projects being carried out across Britain's rail network, meaning some lines will be closed.
Martin Frobisher, route managing director for Network Rail, said: "Work takes place 365 days a year as part of our Railway Upgrade Plan, but we carry out larger upgrades over bank holidays when there are fewer passengers travelling."
Forecasters at the Met Office said temperatures could reach 30C in some places this week, with inland parts of south-east England and East Anglia expected to enjoy the warmest weather.
* These are the top 11 congestion hotspots to avoid over the bank holiday weekend (expected delay in brackets), according to Inrix:
1. M25 between J9 Leatherhead and J21 Winch Hill Wood (90 minutes)
2. M5 southbound from J14 Thornbury and J22 Highbridge (90 minutes)
3. M25 between J4 Orpington and Dartford Tunnel (50 minutes)
4. M27/A31 between Southampton and Ringwood (50 minutes)
5. M4 westbound from London to the West Country (50 minutes)
6. M6 between J19 Knutsford and J22 Warrington (45 minutes)
7. M6 northbound from Keele to Knutsford (40 minutes)
8. A303 westbound from Andover to Amesbury (40 minutes)
9. M5 between J4a Bromsgrove and J7 Worcester (30 minutes)
10. M25 between J29 Codham Hall Wood and the QEII Bridge (30 minutes)
11. M60/M62 between J8 Carrington and J20 Rochdale (20 minutes)
Highways England announced that almost 98% of England's motorway and major A roads will be clear of roadworks over the weekend.
Some 373 miles of roadworks will either be completed or suspended ahead of the holiday.
The decision was welcomed by the Freight Transport Association, which said lifting "such a significant number of roadworks" was good news for all motorists.
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Major incident declared after M20 motorway bridge collapses after being hit by lorry
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A major police operation is under way after a lorry hit a motorway bridge, causing it to collapse on one of the busiest travel days of the year.
A major incident was declared on the M20, the main route to the Channel Tunnel and the Port of Dover, with i mages on social media showing remains of the footbridge and damaged vehicles on the carriageway between junctions three and four.
Alex Magaisa was driving past the lorry involved just as the bridge collapsed, with his wife and two young sons in the car. They were on their way to Gatwick Airport to catch a flight to Belfast to see family for the bank holiday weekend.
The University of Kent lecturer, 41, said: "My instinct was just to drive through. My wife saw the bridge falling and there was a big noise. I had to manoeuvre through the debris.
"We stopped afterwards for about 30 minutes, and there was another car with a family behind us. Luckily no-one seemed to have been hurt.
"It was a big shock. It's only just starting to sink in now what might have happened. We were right in the line of fire and we could have been crushed."
Emergency services said a male motorcyclist aged in his 50s had been taken to hospital in Tunbridge Wells following the incident with suspected broken ribs. His injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.
An estimated 13 million drivers are expected to take to the road for a holiday or an outing between Friday and Monday, according to the AA.
The busiest single day for motorists embarking on leisure journeys is expected to be Saturday, when 10 million drivers have been predicted to be getting behind the wheel.
Andy Sunnucks, 24, who also saw the incident, said: "We were about 15 cars back on the same carriageway as the collision.
"It looked like a lorry had jackknifed, and I could see half the bridge was missing. We went to have a look and the back end of the lorry was in pieces."
The graphic designer, a passenger travelling from Maidstone to Sevenoaks, said: "The motorcyclist was laying down underneath his bike."
A Kent Police spokesman said: "It is believed a lorry collided with a pedestrian bridge which has collapsed on to the carriageway below.
"Officers are in attendance along with Kent Fire and Rescue Service and South East Coast Ambulance Service.
"Police are treating this as a major incident and the M20 has been closed in both directions to allow this incident to be dealt with. Traffic will be heavier than usual."
Highways England confirmed that the M26 in Kent had been closed eastbound between the M25 junction 25 and the M20 J3 to "assist management of traffic" following the incident. Its website advises drivers travelling clockwise on the M15 to Dover to continue on the M25 and use junction J2 to join the A2 and M2.
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A show which asked people to write letters to their past, present and future selves is coming to the stage.
Writer Becci Sharrock penned Letters To Myself after spending six months working with people across Sunderland and South Shields.
As she met people, she handed out letter writing kits and collected the resulting letters.
She said: “Letters To Myself came about after hearing lots of friends talk about problems or situations and finish by saying something along the lines of, ‘I know what I’d say to myself if I were you’.
“I’m fascinated by the idea that we are sometimes unable to give ourselves the same brilliant advice that we give to friends and family.
“I’m interested in how we might become better at talking to ourselves, and what advice we would offer if we could.”
The show is coming to Arts Centre Washington, in Fatfield, on Thursday, September 8.
In January, Becci was awarded seed funding from The Cultural Spring which allowed her to test her idea with a whole host of groups from Sunderland and South Shields.
She said: “Working with Cultural Spring has been amazing and has allowed us to get out and about, meeting so many interesting people along the way.
“We’ve been in libraries, cafes, empty shops, talked to writing groups and WIs and even run workshops in schools.
“At every session we hand out free letter writing kits and simply ask those that we meet to consider writing a letter to their past, present or future selves. Then, if they want to, they can send it back to us so we can use it in the making of the show.”
Becci added: “It’s been so inspiring to read everyone’s stories and experiences. People have been really generous and open with us and that’s a real privilege.
“The pressure’s now on us to make a show that does justice to that. We can’t wait for everyone to see it, to meet some of our letter writers again and see what they think and finally to get the show out on the road.”
Anyone who would like to write a letter for the project can do so by visiting www.letterstomyself.org.uk
Letters To Myself has been supported by Cultural Spring, The Sammy Johnson Memorial Fund and using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Tickets for the 7.30pm show cost £8.50 with a £6 concession. To book, go to www.artscentrewashington.co.uk or call 0191 561 3455.
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Middlesbrough U18s 3 Sunderland U18s 0: Taylor red card pivotal as brave Cats miss out in dramatic finale
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Sunderland Under-18s suffered a third successive defeat at the start of the U18 Premier League season, losing 3-0 away to Middlesbrough.
Down to 10 men for most of the game, following the dismissal of defender Brandon Taylor after only 15 minutes for pulling back striker Mitchell Curry in a one-on-one situation, the young Black Cats contained Boro until finally conceding three goals in the last phase of the match.
The dismissal of Taylor was pivotal to the outcome and Sunderland were up against it for the rest of the game.
But they fought well, with only one striker, and made Boro, coached by ex-Sunderland Academy coach Craig Liddle, work hard to take all three points at Rockliffe Park.
Michael Woud tipped over a Connor Mally strike as Sunderland defended gamely. But Boro made the breakthrough on 75 minutes as former Washington St Robert’s pupil Curry produced an excellent finish from Mally’s cross, with tiring Sunderland not getting tight enough in their marking.
Woud kept Sunderland in it with a tremendous stop to deny livewire Curry, but poor marking at a Ben Liddle corner proved costly as Mally headed home for 2-0.
In the last minute, Tyrone O’Neil – denied by a good Woud save moments earlier – completed the scoring with a fierce strike into the top corner from close range.
Sunderland coach Elliott Dickman said: “The lads gave their all and were devastated that they could not hold out.
“There were some positives – we kept our shape well and showed great determination. Hopefully they will have learned from the game’.
Middlesbrough: Hemmings, Hegarty, Reading, Dale (O’Neil 46), Cook, Renton, Lambert, Liddle, Curry, J Wilson (M Wilson), Mally
Sunderland: Woud, Gamble, Taylor, Hickey, McAughtrie, Kimpioka (Fowler 70), Allan, Bale, Hackett, Best (Young 15), Connolly (Diamond 46)
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Sunderland AFC transfer news: Didier Ndong heading to Wearside for medical, deadline day latest
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Sunderland are closing in on a deal for Lorient midfielder Didier Ndong.
Sunderland officials are reported to have jetted out last night to help push the deal over the line, with the Gabon midfielder due on Wearside to complete his medical.
Didier Ndong
Fresh reports from France this morning claim Sunderland will pay around 18million Euros - which works out at about £15.25m, for Ndong.
Plus £1.7m potential bonuses, which would take total up to £17million for the midfielder who turned 22 in June.
That would smash the club's transfer record.
Should Sunderland agree to cough up the figure, it would smash the £13million fee shelled out for Asamoah Gyan from Rennes back in 2010.
Ndong scored twice and picked up 14 yellow cards in 38 appearances for the Ligue 1 side last season.
Sunderland face a busy final day after a frustrating day on the transfer front, with the club braced for another bid for Everton-target Lamine Kone.
Toffees boss Ronald Koeman wants another centre-back and Kone is his main summer target.
Everton are reported to be willing to up their bid from £18million to £20million.
Meanwhile, Sunderland have been linked with a move for England international goalkeeper John Ruddy.
The Norwich City ace has emerged as a potential target for David Moyes as he looks to add another goalkeeper to his squad before today's transfer deadline.
Sunderland are looking to bring in a goalkeeper, defensive cover, midfield reinforcements and a striker today.
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Music, food and booze on the menu at Hartlepool’s We Are Family festival
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An upcoming Hartlepool festival will be serving up more than just music.
While a host of North East bands take to the stage at We Are Family, festival goers will be able to sample food and beers from across the region.
A food festival is set to run alongside the event at Jacksons Landing, on the Marina, on Saturday, September 10.
Wylam Brewery has teamed up with the festival’s own sponsor, Camerons Brewery, to offer bars selling a wide selection of ales.
Music fans will also be able to sample street food from the likes of Longhorns Barbecue Smoke House, The Fat Hippo, Fornartesas’ wood fired pizza, Gladys’ vintage tea room and Kitch N Crepes.
Max Bianco, a member of Hartlepool band The Jar Family, who are staging the festival, said: “We’re very excited to be bringing back We Are Family to Hartlepool again this year.
“The response to last year’s event was incredible – the whole area got behind us and turned out in their thousands to celebrate bands from the North East. We can’t thank the locals enough for the support they have shown us and we’ve got another amazing line up for them this year.”
The event is set to include performances from The Jar Family, who will be launching their new self-produced EP Daydreamin’, as well as North East bands Little Comets, Hyde & Beast, Kingsley Chapman & The Murder, Cattle & Cane and more.
The Jar Family’s Lee Dali said: “It’s great to be running for a second year. I think with the first year being such a success and that many people enjoying it, and we just had to do it again.
“It’s all local North East bands, the same as last year. We’ve got no big names apart from the big local bands from Newcastle to Sunderland, like Cattle & Cane and Little Comets and the Mouses.”
With Jacksons Landing set to be demolished, the band is planning to make the festival bigger and better next year.
Lee added: “It’ll be a relocation. I think what we’ll look for, if it is another success this year and there’s people wanting it next year, I think we’ll look for somewhere where you can camp, where we can have it like a proper festival.”
We’ve got five pairs of tickets to give away for the festival, which includes a voucher for a meal and drink from a vendor of your choice.
To be in with a chance of winning, just tell us which Hartlepool band organises the We Are Family festival.
Send your answer, along with your name and contact number, to [email protected]
Tickets for the festival cost £10. To book, go to www.wearefamilyfestival.com
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John taking on Great North Run to fund research into son’s rare heart condition
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A loving dad is taking on the Great North Run to help pay for research into his son’s rare heart condition.
John Archer’s son, also named John, has been diagnosed with brugada syndrome, a serious condition that can result in abnormally rapid heart rhythms which can be fatal.
John Archer and Maureen Keith are to take part in the Great North Run for British Heart Foundation
John, of Greens Place, South Shields, says the condition is similar to sudden adult death syndrome (SADS), and could strike at any time.
The former Royal Navy admiral staff is taking on the 13.1-mile run from Newcastle to his home town on Sunday, September 11, for the British Heart Foundation.
He’ll be running with Maureen Keith, 60, mum of 34-year-old teacher John jnr’s girlfriend Val Flynn.
John, 60, took part in the first ever Great North Run back in 1981, but hasn’t done the half marathon for around 25 years.
He also sees tackling the event as a fun way to mark his 60th year.
John, who has four children and three grandchildren, said: “It’s a fatal heart condition, a bit like SADS where you can just drop down dead at any time.
“It’s genetic so we’ve all had to be tested for it, but the doctors have said John is the only one who appears to have it.
“My dad, who was also called John, died from heart disease in 1989 when he was 69. At the time, they didn’t know about brugada so it could have been that, but we’ll never know.”
John says his son’s condition was found after he collapsed one night at home. His partner Val called for an ambulance and he was taken to South Tyneside District Hospital.
John, a former civil servant, said: “Luckily, the doctor who was the consultant in A&E that night was a heart specialist and after sending John for an ECG he noticed something was wrong.
“He sent stuff over to the RVI, where all the heart specialists are, and they identified that he had brugada.
“They operated on him the next day and fitted a device in his heart, sort of like a pacemaker. When brugada goes off, it speeds up your heart and this device lets out a shock and brings his heart back to the normal rhythm.
“When the doctor came in to see John, he actually shook his hand and said he’d never met anyone with the condition before – it’s something they only usually find when they do a post mortem exam on someone.”
John jnr’s case is so rare that he now undergoes regular tests, helping doctors learn more about brugada.
His dad said: “He’s sort of like a guinea pig. He was asked if he’d do some tests to help doctors learn more about his condition and he immediately said yes. He goes to the Life Centre, in Newcastle, to see researchers.
“After he was diagnosed, everyone in the family had to be tested for it. They say it doesn’t look like anyone else has it, but not a lot is known about the condition, so they can’t say 100% that we don’t – it could still happen to any of us at any time.
“The doctors told us all that we have to try not to worry about it, and just live our lives the same way we would have before, and that’s right, we can’t always worry that something is going to happen.
“But I do worry about John and my grandkids. John and Val haven’t even started a family yet, and now they’ll have to worry about passing this on.
“Doctors think John might be the beginning of brugada in the family – it has to start somewhere – but we don’t know for sure.”
He added: “Doing the Great North Run is my way of giving something back and to help research into the condition.
“Doing the race along with Maureen is going to be great. We’re starting off in different bits but we’re going to try to stay together for of much of it as we can.
“There’s no better feeling than running from Newcastle into South Shields, back to your home town, with the crowd cheering for you.”
To sponsor John, go to justgiving.com/fundraising/john-archer2
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Durham Under-12s finish off with a flourish
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Durham Under-12s edged to victory by 32 runs at Eppleton in their final game of the season.
Cleveland won the toss and elected to field, with Durham posting 169-7 from their 40 overs.
Mitchell Killeen bowls for Durham U12s against Cleveland. Picture by Sam Blacklock
Cleveland started brightly, reducing Durham to 13-2, but 41 from Mitchell Killeen and 31 from Ben McKinney steadied the ship for Durham.
Oscar Usher (24) and Jake Pratt (21) combined to lead Durham to 169-7 from 40 overs. Matthew Maloy, Joseph Dixon, Aidan Cross and John Woods all struck for Cleveland.
In reply, Cleveland fell 32 runs short, on 137-4, despite an unbeaten 75 from Yash Vagadia, who carried his bat, backed by Maloy (49). Ed Brown, Killeen, Jake Dickinson and Luke Husband all took wickets.
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Boro prospect Fewster and Newcastle’s Heardman add to Pools’ striking options
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Hartlepool United sealed a double signing on the eve of transfer deadline day, with the capture of two young prospects.
Boss Craig Hignett has brought in Middlesbrough striker Bradley Fewster and giant Newcastle United frontman Tom Heardman.
Tom Heardman
The two 20-year-olds have moved on half-season loans and will come into contention for Saturday’s League Two trip to Stevenage.
Neither player is eligible for tonight’s Checkatrade Trophy Group F trip to Notts County – in the same section as Sunderland Under-23s.
Hignett started with four forwards in Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Newport – Lewis Alessandra, Padraig Amond, Billy Paynter and Nathan Thomas.
Rhys Oates was on the bench and now Fewster and Heardman are added to the mix.
Hignett says the arrival of Fewster and Heardman gives him something “different”.
The 46-year-old was Fewster’s U13 coach at Boro’s Academy and is thrilled to get the England Youth international, who scored eight times on loan at York last season.
“I have known Brad since he was 12,” said Hignett. “I know what he’s all about and I knew when he went to York last season that he would do well and score some goals.
“He’s a finisher who comes alive in the box.
“His movement is good and he’s a bit different from the other options we have in the squad so I’m delighted to get him.”
Heardman stands 6ft 4in and hopes for a better season after a long-term hip injury ruined his 2015-16 campaign.
“I’m really pleased that Tom is coming in to the club,” Hignett said. “He has scored a few goals for Newcastle’s Reserves this season, so we want him to come here and kick-on.
“Tom’s a big lad who can put himself about and he’s something a little bit different to the other forwards we have in the squad at the moment.”
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Sunderland in pole position to land Sevilla midfielder Vicente Iborra
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Sunderland are in pole position to land Sevilla midfielder Vicente Iborra – but the deal is set to drag on into next week.
The Black Cats have had a bid accepted for £7million-rated defensive midfielder Iborra – and the Echo understands that the player is keen on a move to Wearside.
We will get some business done. We are actively trying to improve the squad David Moyes
There is reported interest from other Spanish clubs for Iborra, but Sunderland are hopeful of adding him to their squad.
The deal for the 28-year-old is set to drag on into the early part of next week, though.
Iborra has been on the Wearsiders’ radar all summer, prior to David Moyes arriving at the Stadium of Light.
Moyes is confident of adding to the six new signings since he arrived at the club, with Wednesday night’s 11pm deadline fast approaching.
And Moyes has confirmed the club has made “one or two” offers for new players.
Moyes said: “I have a lot of trust in [chief executive] Martin Bain, who has done an awful lot of good work and spent hours at the training ground.
“We will get some business done.
“We have one or two offers in for players just now.
“We are actively trying to improve the squad.”
Iborra, who only signed a new deal until 2020 last summer, has made 83 appearances for Sevilla, scoring 17 goals, since moving from Levante in 2013.
Sevilla chairman Jose Castro has confirmed that the Europa League holders have had an offer for him.
Meanwhile, work to secure the return of Yann M’Vila on a permanent deal is ongoing.
He currently plays for Russian side Rubin Kazan, who want a large transfer fee for a player out of contract in January.
Sunderland aren’t putting all their eggs in one basket though.
Moyes added: “We are in for other midfielders as well.”
The latest signing to arrive at Sunderland is right-back Javier Manquillo, on a season-long loan.
The 22-year-old Atletico Madrid full-back – who will start at Southampton today – has joined with a view to a permanent four-year deal.
Moyes said: “We are delighted to get him in. He is a specialist right-back but played a lot at left-back for Marseille too.
“If we had an injury to Patrick van Aanholt then we have somebody who could do that job.
“He will come in and start at Southampton.
“His English isn’t great, but my Spanish wasn’t great in Spain. I can understand that.
“We will get a teacher in and do everything we can to get things passed on.”
With Sunderland now fully stocked at right-back, Moyes will look to add another defender, striker and central midfielders.
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Your say: Give South Shields an ice rink, cycle hub and more not just restaurants
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An ice rink, cycle hub and more toilets are on the wish list for a South Shields seafront development - but more must be done to help King Street.
South Tyneside Council is seeking expressions of interest from people willing to come up with plans for three new businesses at the Pier Head Car Park - between The Dunes and the South Pier in South Shields.
People are calling for more activities to enjoy on the seafront in South Shields.
Planners have proposed kiosks are built off Sea Road, with a cafe or restaurant alongside the section bordering the path to the pier, with another in the pier yard, next to the old watchman’s house.
They say it is a “unique opportunity” to launch ventures in a prime location.
However, businesses leaders say while they welcome new chances to boost the economy, they would like to see more done to breathe life into the town centre.
Readers have also come up with alternative ideas which they say will give them and visitors more to do.
We need at the sea front toilets, an ice rink, good quality eating places, not only at pier area but also along toward south end of prom. Valerie Nichol
Valerie Nichol said: “We need at the sea front toilets, an ice rink, good quality eating places, not only at pier area but also along toward south end of prom.
“Toilets at the south end too.”
Isobel Myers Nicholaidis said: “Ice rink then, great for everyone and coffee snack bar inside. It will be used 12 months a year.”
Michelle Wall added: “What about a cycle hub?
“You can hire bikes, have a mechanic on hand and coffee stop?
“The nearest one to us is 6 miles down the coast in Roker.”
Lea Brand hopes more will be done for those on their bikes and said: “I like the idea of a cycle hub but this would mean a cycle path/route needing installed to accommodate the influx of cyclists.”
Angela Todd said: “We need facilities to motivate and educate our youth.
“Bike hubs, water sports, a decent swimming pool, ice rink, garden to teach them skills, anything but no more pubs.
“Publicans are fighting for business as it is, more will just saturate and empty current ones.”
Others hope new restaurants will open.
Peter Briggs said: “Nandos, Fat Buddha and maybe Chiquito in the town centre.
“Push for Primark.
“This would start the regeneration and This could compliment ocean road. We need activities centres.”
However, concern about the town centre’s future continues.
Heather Ditchburn Curry said: “Do we really need any more food outlets in Shields? Surely they can think of something more original and surely sorting King Street out should be priority.”
Marion Nicholson said: “At what cost to the eateries on Ocean Road?
“Spend the money on the town centre. It’s not rocket science, people will come to a bustling town, not to a new chippy on sea front.”
Stu Kram said: “All the effort should be getting King Street sorted.
“Bring back business and jobs to heart of South Shields like it used to be all those years ago, this is what people want the most.”
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Kaleidoscope of cakes on offer at new Sunderland tearoom
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Visitors to a local high street can have their cake and eat it after the opening of a new tearooms.
Specialising in cakes and hot food, Eat it Sweet has opened in the former Phillip Dougan Photography studio in Stockton Terrace, Grangetown.
Eat It Sweet, Stockton Terrace, Grangetown, Sunderland.
New owners, mother and daughter team Joanne and Cristy MacLeman, took over the site last March and invested around £40,000 in renovating the former Victorian house and bringing its original period features back to life.
Just a few weeks after opening and they say the amount of customers streaming through the doors has proved to be the cherry on the top of their business gamble.
Joanne said: “Cristy ran Eat it Sweet as a Facebook page business when she was at university, it ended up being a service she just provided for family and friends to something that really took off.
“We bought the site and were originally going to rent it out. But we gave Christy the opportunity to do something with it as a shop. We knew we already had the business from the cake side, but we decided to offer hot food, such as goose fat roasties and hot beef sandwiches, and snacks as well, and both sides have proved equally popular.
Eat It Sweet, Stockton Terrace, Grangetown, Sunderland.
“We’ve also had a five star hygiene rating from the council already, which we’re really pleased about.”
All cakes sold at the business are home-made with popular versions including rainbow cake, carrot cake, Snickers cake, cheesecakes and tortes.
Joanne added: “We really wanted to bring back the original 1870s features downstairs so it looks like a traditional tearoom, so we removed the lowered ceiling and spotlights and restored the coving.”
As well as the tearoom downstairs, which serves Italian coffees and loose leaf teas, the new owners have created a function room upstairs.
Eat It Sweet, Stockton Terrace, Grangetown, Sunderland.
Joanne says as well as support from customers, the other local businesses in Stockton Terrace and Windsor Terrace have welcomed their arrival.
“The other businesses have been amazing,” she said. “We’ve had flowers from the florists and balloons from Dragonfly events. It’s important to support local high streets like this and we hope we can attract more people to the area.”
Eat It Sweet, Stockton Terrace, Grangetown, Sunderland.
Eat It Sweet, Stockton Terrace, Grangetown, Sunderland.
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Shiney Row schoolgirl gets 10 A* grades in her GCSEs
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A Wearside schoolgirl and her family are celebrating perfect GCSE results.
Emilia Hepple, from Shiney Row, got an A* in nine subjects, including an A* distinction in further maths.
She also got an A* last year in English Literature meaning she has 10 A* in total.
Emilia, who goes to St Robert of Newminster School in Washington, is currently on holiday with her family in Florida, in the U.S..
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Young County Durham entrepreneurs get a taste for business
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Young business brains have been working hard in the summer holidays, picking up some key skills and experience and learning how to make their own money.
Some might have been inspired by Sir Alan Sugar on The Apprentice or Deborah Meaden in Dragons’ Den, but they all signed up to be part of the Cestria Housing Enterprise and Money Skills Week.
The week of activities gave the 13 young people, aged 16 to 24, an insight into the reality of running their own businesses – both highs and lows.
The Enterprise & Money Skills Week brought together experts from various fields such as sales, marketing, business planning and budgeting to enhance the skill sets of the young people and support them in their week long venture.
All those leading the workshops were self-starting small business people from the County Durham area - providing real inspiration and a sense of dreams being achievable for the young people.
Activity lead Michelle Fortune said: “We have developed these enterprise weeks to provide real life, hands on experience for young people and the week has proven so successful with many moving into apprenticeships, work and further education.
“This year’s group has really shone with their creativity and ingenuity.
“Apprenticeships are being secured, college applications made and even some discussions are being had about the young people starting their own businesses.
“Every year has been different which makes it even more exciting and rewarding.”
A number of partner organisations joined the week-long initiative to help make it a success and support the young entrepreneurs.
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Sunderland MP raises concerns over SAFC sponsorship deal with shot-term loan company
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A Wearside MP says SAFC's new deal with a short-term loan firm could put the club's community work at risk.
Washington and Sunderland West MP Sharon Hodgson has written to the club's chief executive Martin Bain after the recent announcement of a sponsorship deal between the football club and Satsuma Loans, a branch of financial services company, Provident Financial.
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In her letter, she says the club's positive community engagement work could be undermined by working with a company which has a representative APR of 1,575% and that investigation of Satsuma’s website shows a £1,000 short-term loan would mean paying back £431.04 in interest over 13 weeks, rising to to £990.04 if borrowed over a year.
"When the announcement of SAFC and Satsuma Loans was brought to my attention and after further investigation of Satsuma Loans repayment schemes, it was clear that I needed to write to the Chief Executive of SAFC. to get further clarification and rationale for this decision," said Mrs Hodgson.
"Payday lenders can be a dangerous way of pushing people already financially squeezed into debt, and sometimes even further into debt, when they advertised such quick loans with the sting in their tail of high interest repayments.
"Personal debt is a problem here in Sunderland and for our top sports team to be working with them needs further explanation about why this decision was come to, and what Satsuma Loans will be doing to work with our local communities."
Provident denies being a payday lender.
Announcing the deal earlier this month, SAFC commercial director Gary Hutchinson said: "From the first time we met with Provident, we were impressed with their commitment to positive and proactive engagement.
"This ethos mirrors our own approach as a football club steeped in its regional identity and heritage. We are very much looking forward to working closely with Provident and their Satsuma team."
Mark Stevens, Managing Director at Provident’s Consumer Credit Division said: "We are very excited to become an official partner of Sunderland AFC.
"We have already developed a great relationship with the people behind the scenes and we are delighted to be working with a fantastic club, which is a part of the fabric of the city and absolutely represents the ethos of what we aim to represent as a business and as a partner; that is to support local communities and provide a great experience for the fans.
"I’ve been to the Stadium of Light many times as a football fan and it truly is one of the best arenas to watch our great game. We very much look forward to being a part of match days with our innovative activities and supporter engagement initiatives, and joining the club’s journey, on and off the pitch, over the coming years."
Satsuma's website carries a number of pledges to customers including not to charge extra fees or charges, not to change the rate of interest throughout a loan period and only ever ask to ask cusotmers to pay back what was originally agreed.
The Echo approached SAFC for comment but understnads the club has not yet received Mrs Hodgson's letter.
Provident factfile - what the company says:
"Provident Financial has been supplying credit products in the 'non-standard' credit market for over 130 years.
"Satsuma Loans updates the long-standing, well-recognised customer benefits of home credit for the 21st Century demands of modern-day customers. Online payday lending, which we do not provide, has a number of criticisms.
"As a responsible lender it‘s really important to make sure we get the loan that’s right for you. In doing so we also need to make sure you can afford the loan and that your repayments are manageable.
"Responsible use of Continuous Payment Authority (used on one day a week only, and once only on that day, at a time agreed with the customer) Satsuma Loans may fall within the Financial Conduct Authority’s strict definition of highcost credit, however, it has been carefully designed to solve the problems of other highcost credit products and to meet the particular needs of its customers."
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Dobson lands championship delight for Ramside
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Ramside’s Steven Dobson secured the Durham County Second Division Championship at Bishop Auckland.
The eight-handicapper carded an impressive round of 74 to finish a shot clear of Hobson’s Shaun O’Brien and Michael Dent of host club Bishop Auckland.
Seaham’s Craig Wayman was fourth (76), with Darren Richardson ninth for Durham City (79).
Houghton had Nigel Menzies in 12th place (80), while Sean Donkin of Wearside carded a round of 84 for 27th place. Wearside clubmate Paul Wilson was 32nd (85), Alan Sanders was 34th (85) and Lee Hall carded 86 for 36th spot.
The Durham County Fourth Division Championship was won by Alan Thorn (Knotty Hill Golf Centre, Sedgefield), who had a stableford score of 42 points at Woodham, two points better off than the next four players.
Seaham’s Peter O’Brien was 12th on 37 points, followed by Durham City’s Peter Carr in 13th (37). Wearside had Richard Gray in 31st place on 31 points.
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Death of teacher John means fresh heartache
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The mother of a Sunderland Rugby player who died in his sleep has paid tribute to one of his closest friends who passed away just weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.
Jamie Maclennan was found at home in December 2014. His Sunderland team-mate John Drummond died last weekend.
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The 33-year-old Oxclose Community Academy design technology teacher married long-term partner Amy shortly before his death.
Jamie’s mum Karen said: “Our hearts go out to Amy, John’s parents, brother Allan and to Amy’s family.
“When I found out John had cancer it was a huge shock and then, three weeks ago, being told it was terminal has been devastating and brought back how we felt when Jamie died.”
The team dedicated its ‘Player’s Player’ award to Jamie after his death and John was the first recipient of the ‘Jamie Maclennan’ trophy: “It was no surprise ‘Jeano’ won at the end of that season,” said Karen, a fund-raiser at Grace House.
From the tributes we have seen he will be so sadly missed - his smile, presence, generosity, kindness, love, compassion and patience are just some of the qualities ‘Jeano’ will be remembered for. Karen Maclennan
“He was unanimously chosen by all of the players.”
“I also knew John the teacher and fund-raiser, as he took part in the Great North Run for Grace House, which Jamie supported. I also met John on a few occasions when I visited Oxclose Community Academy as the school supported Grace House and that was where John taught.
“John was a prominent player at Sunderland Rugby and trained with our younger son Aidan who is eighteen. From the tributes we have seen he will be so sadly missed - his smile, presence, generosity, kindness, love, compassion and patience are just some of the qualities ‘Jeano’ will be remembered for.”
Players from the club will form a guard of honour at Sunderland Crematorium at 10.30am on Tuesday.
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Club chairman Paul Geehan paid tribute to a man he described as ‘unique.’
“John signed in 2005. He was a university student - his dad went to the same university when it was a poly and did basically the same course that John did,” he said.
“John played for Kirkby Stephen over in Cumbria but with all the travel, it was easier to come to the club. His friends all played here, so he joined us too.
“He started off in the second team and played in the development squad for under 21s, then he went from there to the first team.
“I described him as unique. He was popular amongst everybody. He used to help out with the junior side and worked with the under 15, 16s and 17s.”
John was no stranger to the trainer’s magic sponge: “He used to get injured quite easily and we would have to patch him up or take him to the hospital,” said Paul.
“He will be sadly missed. He had his own little song that he uses to sing, which can’t be repeated - but that was him.
“To get the news we got some weeks ago was unbelievable, but to the end, he was a fighter. He was a gentleman on and off the field.
“It has had a real impact. It has really shocked us.
“The rugby club is a massive family and we have done what every other family would do, and that is to look after each other.”
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The day German warships headed for Sunderland
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One hundred years ago this week, Sunderland came within a whisker of a mighty naval attack off its coastline.
It would have seen shells rain down on the city, just as they had done on neighbouring Hartlepool.
Torpedo boat destroyers at Doxfords. Photographs courtesy of the Sunderland Antiquarian Society.
If it had happened, it could have altered the course of history, said Alan Owen.
The Sunderland historian explains how the First World War could have been shortened.
They were the hazy days of summer and the war seemed a million miles away.
But unbeknown to the people of Sunderland, it was almost on their doorstep.
Little did the people of Sunderland know how near they were to experiencing what would have been the greatest naval bombardment of all time, with tremendous loss of life and almost total destruction of all the industry along both sides of the river Alan Owen, Sunderland historian
In fact, it was just off the coast and heading our way.
Admiral Reinhard Scheer was the commander in chief of the German Fleet and he had formulated a plan to bombard the town of Sunderland at sunset.
This was no idle threat. The North East already knew of the potential devastation a German attack could have.
Just nine days before Christmas in 1914, three battle cruisers had shelled Hartlepool and left 130 people dead. It was the darkest day in Hartlepool’s history - and Sunderland was next.
The German fleet had hoped to lure the British into the trap of a bloody battle at sea against the whole of their might.
History was created when the Battle of Jutland broke out on May 31, 1916.
The battleships of the German High Seas Fleet and the British Grand Fleet clashed head on. The death toll was huge with 6,000 British sailors and 2,500 Germans lost.
The common tale is that the German Fleet never left port again after Jutland.
It’s not true, said Alan. His painstaking research showed they were back at sea on August 18.
“Little did the people of Sunderland know how near they were to experiencing what would have been the greatest naval bombardment of all time,” said Alan.
It would have brought “tremendous loss of life and almost total destruction of all the industry along both sides of the river”.
“On the other hand,” he adds “the name Sunderland may have become like Trafalgar - a battle cry which would go down in history as one of our nation’s greatest victories.”
Two out of Germany’s three squadrons were headed for Wearside that day.
Each had nine battleships, plus battle cruisers, light cruisers, destroyers and U-boats. Eight airships flew above to watch out for any approaching British ships.
Back in Sunderland, the city was bustling. You only had to read the Sunderland Echo of August 18, 1916, to realise that.
Liverpool House was announcing that the last day of its sale would be the next day, which was a Saturday. Binns was selling smartly trimmed yellow finished hats at 8 shillings and 11 pence.
The shipyards were so busy they were launching new vessels directly into the sea, as well as the river.
And Sunderland Empire was showing a daily 2.30pm special. It was a kinematograph review called Britain Prepared, all about the activities of His Majesty’s Military and Naval Forces.
All the while, Scheer and his ships sailed towards Sunderland.
Their plan was simple. They would progress towards Wearside with a line of U-boats protecting them.
If they encountered no ships, and if the British showed no signs of cutting off their retreat, it was straight on to Sunderland.
But there was a hitch. A big hitch. And Scheer didn’t know about it. The British Admiralty had broken the German naval codes.
The British Navy’s Admiral in Chief Admiral John Jellicoe was given word when the German fleet left harbour.
By the time Scheer had reached the North Sea, two main sections of the British Grand Fleet had already got there.
And with them, in one section, was an enormous force of 29 dreadnoughts.
Add to that the British submarines which were ordered to assemble 50 miles east of Hartlepool. A mighty battle looked imminent.
* Watch out for more in tomorrow’s Wearside Echoes.
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SUNDERLAND 10 YEARS AGO: Yorke, Varga and Wallace to sign
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Here’s what the Echo was reporting on SAFC 10 years ago today.
SIX SHOOTERS! Yorke heads list of players set to join Roy’s revolution
Sunderland were today hoping to bring in as many as SIX new players before the transfer window closes – with former Manchester United hero Dwight Yorke leading the way.
Transfer deadline closes at midnight tonight but by the time the chimes end, Roy Keane could have brought in more than half a team!
The Manchester United legend said on his first day in the job on Tuesday that he was looking at as many as 15-20 players who he might approach before today’s deadline. And he has already shown that he means business.
Yorke, currently playing for Sydney FC in Australia, looks certain to arrive on Wearside now after manager Terry Butcher confirmed the player was in talks with Sunderland.
And the only question appears to be whether he will sign before Celtic duo Stan Varga and Ross Wallace make the switch to Wearside.
I can confirm that ex-Black Cat Stan Varga was in Sunderland today having a medical with a view to signing. The 6ft 5ins centre-half travelled to Wearside ahead of Scotland Under 21 midfielder Ross Wallace – but Wallace was on his way down to Sunderland this morning with a view to completing a move.
Twenty-one-year-old Wallace is a left-winger with real pace and a good left foot and his arrival will mean that with the acquisition of Tobias Hysen last week, the left-flank has gone from being Sunderland’s weakest position to one of its strongest.
Sydney boss Butcher initially denied there had been any approach for Yorke, but later the former Sunderland manager admitted: “Sunderland and Sydney FC are in negotiations for the transfer back to England.”
Butcher said: “It will be a big loss to us and to the A-League because he’s our marquee player and will be difficult to replace. We would like him to stay. He’s 34 but he’s still a great player.
Meanwhile, Sunderland continue pursuing targets on other fronts as Keane looks to transform the squad at a stroke. Swedish defender Per Nilsson is still a possibility as are former Juventus centre-half Mark Iuliano, Manchester United midfielder Liam Miller, Portsmouth defender Andy O’Brien, and Blackburn midfielder Jonathan Douglas.
There is evidence too that Celtic’s £2m signing of Thomas Gravesen yesterday could pave the way for either Neil Lennon or Stephen Pearson to move to Sunderland.
The 24-year-old Pearson is a full Scottish international and last week Celtic turned down a £600,000 bid from Derby for him.
Lennon is 35 but still fit. He has been given another 12-month contract at Parkhead but a move to England could appeal to him and he is a combative midfielder in the mould of Roy Keane himself.
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Magnay doubtful for Pools’ Newport clash
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Carl Magnay is struggling to be fit for Hartlepool United’s Sky Bet League Two match with Newport County tomorrow.
The defender went off injured in last weekend’s 2-1 defeat to Notts County.
It was initially thought that right-back Magnay had fractured a rib and would be sidelined for several weeks.
But X-rays carried out have confirmed that he has suffered only cartilage damage.
No timescale has yet been put on his return to first team action.
“We sent him for an X-ray for a suspected fracture but it’s turned out to be a cartilage injury which is the best possible outcome really,” explained club physio Ian Gallagher.
Tomorrow’s game at The Northern Gas and Power Stadium (3pm kick-off) will come too soon for him though.
Meanwhile, Jake Orrell has suffered a recurrence of a quad injury and will definitely miss the game.
Experienced centre-back Rob Jones is also a doubt as he is struggling with a back injury.
Other than that, boss Craig Hignett has a fully fit squad to choose from ahead of the game with Newport County.
Meanwhile for the Exiles, Jordan Green, who is on loan from Bournemouth, was substituted in their last outing against Crewe Alexandra after only 19 minutes.
Manager Warren Feeney said afterwards that he was suffering with an ankle injury and he remains a doubt for this weekend.
Defender Jamie Turley also left the game with Crewe early due to injury, he too is a doubt.
One person Newport will definitely be without in the dugout is assistant manager Sean McCarthy who will serve a one-match touchline ban after receiving a FA charge.
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IN PICTURES: Little Mix celebrate five years with sexy show at V Festival
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Girl group Little Mix celebrated their fifth anniversary by playing two sets in two days at V Festival.
The girls, who were brought together during the eighth series of The X Factor in 2011, celebrated their fifth anniversary as a group this weekend.
South Shields girls Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall and bandmates Jesy Nelson and Leigh-Anne Pinnock haven't looked back.
They have had three No 1 singles, and all three of their albums have reached the Top 5 in the UK, and many other countries.
The girls, clad in military-style khaki and black fishet outfits and thigh-high boots, performed yesterday to thousands of fans at Weston Park in Staffordshire.
And they were scheduled to do it all again tonight at the other leg of the dual-site festival, at Hylands Park in Chelmsford.
Little Mix performing at V Festival. Pic: PA.
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19 pictures from a Big Night Out in Sunderland
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There's nothing better than a Big Night Out with your friends.
Are you featured in this selection of pictures taken at Bavaria bar in Sunderland?
Big Night Out in Sunderland
You'll find more in the Echo every Thursday.
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Ellie urges Durham Women to up the concentration levels
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Ellie Christon has called on Durham to show more concentration when leading games after seeing her side survive an Oxford United fightback to win 2-1 in FA Women’s Super League 2.
First-half goals from Beth Hepple and Jordan Atkinson at New Ferens Park ensured Durham made it three games unbeaten.
The visitors fought back in the second half and grabbed a goal from Ella Franklin-Fraiture but Durham were able to hold on and secure all three points.
Christon said: “I think it was a tough game. We played really well in the first half and played some really good football and combined really well.
“I thought we dominated. We should have put it to bed in the first 15 to 20 minutes of the second half. We rode our luck a bit but we managed to get the three points so we are happy.
“We tried to take the positives from the first half and continue them into the second but when we conceded that goal we didn’t play well from then on.
“We managed to grind it out but maybe it is a lack of concentration coming out in the second half. We will try to put that to bed in the next game and play for 90 minutes.”
Beth Hepple broke the deadlock in the 20th minute from the spot, after Jess Frampton bundled over Atkinson on the right hand side of penalty area.
And when Sarah McFadden’s shot was parried by Demi Lambourne 14 minutes later, Atkinson was able to slot home the rebound.
United were more prominent in the second period and chipped away at the deficit in the 66th minute, when Franklin-Fraiture bundled the ball home after Helen Alderson failed to grab the ball under pressure.
But it wasn’t enough to deny the hosts victory as Oxford made it one win from eight.
Defender Madison Lee said: “I thought we started off a bit slow in the game. They are a decent side and we knew what we were going into. We had a plan and we didn’t execute it.
“We had our heads down for a bit, but we came back strong in the second half. I thought we were unlucky with the goals [we conceded] but we learn from that and take what we can from it.
“in the second half I thought we started on the front foot which was good but it just wasn’t good enough today. We all tried and put effort in.
“It is up to the girls at the end of the day. They (the coaching staff) can say what they want to us but it is about what we put out on the pitch and us working for each other and playing together, playing through the midfield and wanting to get on the ball and make a difference.”
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Bomb experts have carried out a controlled explosion at a house after a "number of suspicious items" were found inside.
Northumbria Police say the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team (EOD) has entered the address in Lake Avenue, South Shields.
Traffic was stopped from entering the Lake Estate during the incident.
The EOD are still examining other items in the flat and will dispose of them appropriately.
It comes after residents were evacuated from their homes in the early hours of today.
Chief Superintendent Ged Noble said efforts were ongoing to find those who live at the house.
No one has been arrested in relation to the incident.
He said: "We need to speak to the occupant of the address, but we may need to speak to other people."
Police and paramedics at the edge of the cordon on Lizard Lane, South Shields.
A force spokesman said: "We would like to thank everyone for their patience while we make the flats safe.
"Currently this is being treated as a local incident and extra patrols remain in the area. "
A cordon remains is in place in the Lake Estate and police were called at around 4am after reports of a number of suspicious items.
Around 100 homes have been cleared by police.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "There is not believed to be any danger to the wider public but extra patrols remain in the area to carry out enquiries and reassure any concerned residents in the area."
The police cordon in place in Lake Avenue, South Shields.
Councillor Tracey Dixon, who represents the ward on South Tyneside Council, has told residents they can go to Temple Park Centre while the incident is ongoing.
A spokesman for South Tyneside Council said: “We are supporting residents who have been evacuated.
“The Waterline Suite in Temple Park Leisure Centre is currently being used as a rest centre for residents who have been moved from their homes and who cannot stay with family members or friends.
“Food and drink will be made available.
“We are liaising with the emergency services and will continue to monitor the situation.”
The Army's kit was used to assess the situation.
Elsie Manning, who lost her daughter Staff Sgt Sharron Elliott, 34, when her boat was blown up near Basra in November 2006, was one of those moved from her home.
She said: "At 6.20am there was a bang on the door and I opened it to find a policeman standing there.
"It was horrible, all the memories came flooding back.
"I just thought 'What's happened to my kids?'"
Alan Hall, of Cliffside, is among those who have been told to leave their homes.
The 47-year-old said: "We had a knock from the police telling us to evacuate within the next five minutes.
Police have cordoned off an area around Lake Avenue, South Shields.
"If you look down the street, you can see the blue lights and all the tape.
"I can see it down Lake Avenue and across the street.
"The police are not telling us anything."
Cleaner Carol Jones, 56, and her son Thomas, 17, were also among those woken by officers.
Carol, who has since headed to work, said: "We were kicked out of bed just after 6am.
"I heard them braying on the door.
"I went down and saw the officer at the door and got a shock.
"He said 'Sorry to disturb you madam, but can you get your family dressed and leave the property as soon as possible, there's a major incident just around the corner.'
"And I just thought 'What's going on?'
"He said he couldn't give us any further details, but there was a risk to the public.
"I'm lucky I have a car.
"I took Thomas round to my daughter's and I pulled up outside and rang to tell her I was at the door.
"She panicked and flew down the stairs, but I told her what had happened.
"I've had a phone call from a friend who said she'd heard there was explosives.
"We should get a phone call when we can go back."
Gale Spencer, who lives in Lizard Lane, is rallying round to ensure residents can keep warm.
She is welcoming people into her home to offer them hot drinks and the chance to use the toilet if they cannot get into their own house while the alert is ongoing.
Jacqui Lamb, her husband, and their sons Elliott, 23, and Ethan, 10, moved out of their home on the estate after they grew concerned about their safety, but live beyond the cordoned.
Jacqui said: "My husband took the dog for a walk and saw there was lots of police activity and came back.
"We thought we'd better move."
One man, who is in his 40s, is among those asked to leave their house.
He said: "I'm furious.
"We've been evacuated in the early hours and some people are old.
"I've seen people been wheeled out in their wheel chairs, but there's no where to go.
"This has been going on for a while and we're stuck."
A section of the Lake Estate closed off by police.
Elsie Manning, who has been moved from her home during the incident.
Police are keeping people away from the house in question.
The end of Lake Avenue, onto Lizard Lane, which has been closed off by the emergency services.
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Flipping fantastic - it’s National Burger Day on Thursday, August 25.
We relish any opportunity to don our stretchy waistbands and get stuck in. But don’t get in a pickle if you’re stumped about where to take a bite out of the national day.
One of Saucy Burger's creations
We’ve ‘sauced’ some of the best places in the area where you can celebrate with a meat treat.
•Saucy Burger, Hylton Riverside, Sunderland.
The Willy Wonka of burger joints, Saucy Burger serves everything from Monster Munch to Honey Nut Cheerios with its burgers. Best wear a bib! Get a 20 percent off voucher at https://nationalburgerday.co.uk
•Holy Smokes, Derwent Street, Sunderland
Holy Smokes
Never ones to shy away from meat (they even serve some versions in metal bin lids), Holy Smokes is offering a half price deal on all its burgers on National Burger Day. Ones to look out for include the Dirty Elvis, served with cheese, onion rings, peanut butter, BBQ sauce and bacon. Leave your diet at the door, folks.
•Fat Hippo, Saddler Street, Durham City
Famed for its tender patties, Fat Hippo is offering three limited edition burgers on National Burger Day. They are: the Bubba Gump, served with Cajun shrimp; the Hog Rider served with cheese, hog rasher and smoked chilli jelly and Buffalo Soldier served with cauliflower fritters. The North East chain, which also has branches in Newcastle, is also offering 20 percent off food and drinks all day (only exclusions are items on lunch menu or if a customer goes for the Hippo Hour offer)
•No 2 Church Lane, opposite Sunderland Empire
A newcomer to the burger scene, No 2 Church Lane offers a good range of vegetarian and vegan burgers, as well as the classics. With options such as roast beetroot, goat’s cheese and honey-glazed walnut served on a potato roll, animal-lovers needn’t miss out on the fun. With around 70 beer options, it’s a great place for a pint to wash it down with too.
•Longhorns, above the Dun Cow, Sunderland
You won’t be shortchanged at Longhorns on National Burger Day. They’re offering buy-one-get-on-free on its Burgercue menu.
•Bavaria, Vine Place, Sunderland
Fancy a burger that thinks outside the box? German bierkeller Bavaria serves its burgers as a choice of buffalo, wildboar or kangaroo.
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Gastronomy at its finest - Daniel Bailey enjoys a star-studded stay at a Devon country house hotel
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There aren’t many hotels that boast a two-Michelin star restaurant, but this delightful haven in Devon has just that.
Set on the doorstep of Dartmoor National Park, near Chagford, stunning Gidleigh Park ticks all the boxes for a five-star weekend of food heaven.
Standing proudly on a bank within more than 100 acres of private woodlands, its location is wild and dramatic, with the immaculate gardens a vision of beauty.
Refined, traditional and classic are just three words to describe the stunning Tudor building, which also boasts an immensely stylish interior.
Before check-in, ensure to stretch your legs with a stroll around the beautiful estate, which is a lovely way of soaking up the fantastic green surroundings.
A circular route takes you past the picturesque water gardens, tennis courts, croquet lawn and Bluebell Copse wood.
Also make time for a spot of golf on the large lush putting green, with 18 testing holes featuring various water hazards and narrow slopes.
Inside is everything you’d expect from a country house hotel – antique furniture, stone fireplaces and elegant bouquets of flowers – all very sophisticated and ideally suited to the quiet atmosphere.
Our beautifully-decorated room, one of the hotel’s luxury suites, included a roll-top bath, his and hers sinks and the biggest walk-in shower you may ever see.
If you book the Manaton room, you’ll get a private rooftop hot tub where you can bask under the stars and top-of-the-range Dartmeet houses a marble bath, sauna and steam room.
Sipping drinks on the terrace is a great way to admire the stunning panoramic views and the lounge is an area where you can make yourself feel at home.
There’s also a well-stocked bar, conservatory and self-service pantry stocked with teas, coffee and biscuits.
Dinner is a gastronomic experience of a lifetime, with chef Michael Wignall a food genius who will take you on a food journey you will never forget.
His exquisite seven-course tasting menu was a culinary carnival which was simply the best meal I have ever had the pleasure of eating.
From the elegant dainty canapes through to the rich malt and yeast frozen cream dessert, the flavours in each dish complemented each other perfectly, leaving your palette purring.
Torched eel, loin of rabbit, baked smoked carrots and St Austell bay mussels were just a few of the delights on offer.
There’s an informative aspect to the meal as well, with restaurant staff explaining in detail the flavours of each dish and how they were prepared.
For breakfast, there’s the more traditional menu, featuring full English, Eggs Benedict, kippers and porridge.
No words will do this place justice unless you go and experience it for yourself, for this was an experience that has left memories we will treasure forever.
Hotel facts:
Overnight stays at Gidleigh Park start from £250 for a double room, or £125pp, on a bed and breakfast basis.
Lunch is £40 for three courses Monday to Thursday, or £50 Friday – Sunday.
A seven-course tasting menu, available at lunch or dinner, costs £110, while a ten-course tasting menu, available for dinner only, is £130.
Afternoon tea is served every day between 3.30 and 5pm and costs £37.50 per person, or £50 including a glass of champagne.
For further information or to book visit www.gidleigh.co.uk or call 01647 432367.
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Popular destinations include London, Mallorca, Alicante, Dublin, Malaga and Edinburgh.
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Weight watcher Jai De’ath felt so confident after shedding seven stones that he came out as transgender.
After being known as a woman for 22 years, the super slimmer, 23, from Murton, finally felt comfortable enough to come out to friends and family as Jai and has been living as a man ever since.
Jai in his previous life
Jai, who never refers to his old name, says being a member of Weight Watchers in Seaham has helped him to deal with his identity struggle, which he first noticed when he was seven-years-old.
“I knew I was different,”Jai said. “But I didn’t know what it was and certainly didn’t have the terminology to describe it. I hadn’t met, and still haven’t, met anyone like me.
“For a number of years I was unhappy with myself and had been bullied. My dad died three years ago and it contributed to me comfort eating. I felt a depression. I guess you would call me a tomboy, I would wear men’s clothes and was always jealous of boys growing up, I just wasn’t sure why. I guess kids now have more knowledge of things like this.”
After dad Trevor’s death, Jai’s weight began to balloon, weighing 17st6lbs at his heaviest. He joined his first slimming group in March 2014 before moving back to his native North East and joining the Seaham’s Eastlea Community Centre group last April which helped him to drop to 10st10lbs, going from a dress size 20 and a men’s size XL, to a men’s size small.
Slimmer Jai De'ath who has lost seven stone.
Jai, who was born in Sunderland but lived on various army bases growing up due to his dad’s job, says shedding the stones helped him to gain his identity.
“I came out last November, that is when I thought ‘this is why I’m feeling the way I do, it’s because I’m transgender’,” he said. “I’d lost so much weight, about 50lbs by that point, and I started to realise I looked more womanly and I didn’t like it.
“Other people had started talking about being transgender, like Caitlyn Jenner, although her case is the other way round. Plus, there are more characters in film and TV that are trans and it helped me realise why I had kept questioning myself.”
Jai had his long hair cropped short and, though he had always worn men’s clothes, began to feel more at ease with identifying himself publicly as a man.
Slimmer Jai De'ath who has lost seven stone.
After telling him mum and family, he shared his story with his slimming consultant Sharon Lowes.
He said: “Having my hair cut off was a big thing for me. It was a scary thing to do, but it was then that I felt I was Jai. Sharon was one of the first people I told and has really helped.
“The people that matter to me and that I care about have been really supportive of my decision.”
The next step for Jai is waiting for his first appointment at a gender identity clinic in Newcastle. After that, he hopes to start the long journey to physically becoming a man.
Slimmer Jai De'ath who has lost seven stone.
He said: “You have to wait a long time as they want to make sure it’s right for you. But I’m not confused, I know this is what I want.”
Though he’s unrecognisable from his former self, Jai still has 7lbs to lose before achieving his goal weight.
His diet has changed from skipping breakfast and eating larger meals later in the day to eating a more balanced diet.
He said: “I would eat three tubs of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream a week and would never eat vegetables or salad before, but now I eat loads. I actually eat more than I did before, it’s just more of the right things. My attitude to food has changed and I don’t feel the need to comfort eat anymore.”
Jai says the combination of losing weight and setting on the path to becoming a man has made him more comfortable in his skin.
He said: “I obviously feel much fitter and more confident. It is still a struggle being transgender though. I’m ‘misgendered’ all the time and people call me by my old name, it’s a struggle every day. But I’d rather be like this than the way I was before.”
•Weight Watchers meets at Eastlea Community Centre, Seaham, on Tuesdays at 7pm. Contact Sharon on Tel. 07950309692
Jai’s food diary
Before
•Breakfast - skip breakfast but have a fried bacon and egg sandwich on white bread drowned in ketchup
•Lunch - ham and cheese sandwiches as lunch and snacks.
•Tea - frozen chips and frozen chicken.
•Snacks - Bags of sharing crisps, ice cream and chocolate bars.
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•Breakfast - natural yoghurt and fruit or Shredded Wheat.
•Lunch - chicken salad or lean meat with salad.
•Tea - butternut squash made into chips or wedges with chicken breast or chicken sausages.
•Snacks - fruit or Weight Watchers bar or crisps.
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The wonderful history of Sunderland comes under the public gaze soon.
The Heritage Open Days project returns in September and it offers people the chance to visit iconic buildings in the city.
The Washington F pit museum.
Chris Cordner takes his third and final look at some of the sites on the itinerary.
A great opportunity to take in Wearside’s history is days away.
The Tyne & Wear Heritage Open Days programme has a wonderful mix of places to visit and it includes;
* Roker Pier & Lighthouse which has protected the city’s harbour for more than a century. The pier, tunnel and lighthouse will be open from Thursday, September 8, to Saturday, September 10, between 2pm and 3pm, and 3pm and 4pm each day. Pre-book by e-mailing [email protected]
* St Andrew’s Church, in Park Avenue, was built in 1906/7 and includes work by Burne Jones, William Morris and stained glass by Payne.
Sunderland Minster.
Pay a visit between 10am and 12.30pm on Saturday, September 10, or 1.30pm to 4pm on Sunday, September 11.
* Visit Washington ‘F’ Pit Museum, in Albany Way to see the Victorian horizontal steam winding engine in the former Engine House, the last of its type left in the North East.
There’s family trails to enjoy, a drop-in art session and the chance to get along between 11am and 3pm from Friday, September 9 to Sunday, September 11.
* The Sunderland Model Engineering Society Open Day in Roker Park, runs from 10am to 5pm on Sunday, September 11.
Come and enjoy lots of engines and models built by society members, and have a go on a miniature railway.
* Ryhope Engines Museum - based upon the former Ryhope Pumping Station - has two giant 1868 Wolff Compound beam engines working under steam power provided by a hand-fired 1908 Lancashire boiler.
There’s much more to see as well. It is open from 11am to 4pm on Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11.
* Darwin Brewery in West Quay Court on the Sunderland Enterprise Park is holding an open day with a demonstration of historic beers and tour of the brewery. T
here’s a tasting and talk at 12pm, followed by the tours throughout the day until 5pm on Saturday, September 10.
* Step back in time at the Donnison School Heritage and Education Centre in Church Walk, Sunderland.
Come and see the rare Georgian schoolroom that dates from 1798, and the 1827 Headmistress School House. You can even take part in a Victorian lesson, or enjoy a guided tour.
The site is open from 10.30am to 4pm on Thursday, September 8, Friday, September 9 and Sunday, September 11, and 10am to 4pm on Saturday, September 10.
Pre-book by e-mailing [email protected] or online at www.donnisonschool.org.uk.
* Join artist Ian Potts in creating your own personalised memory map of Sunderland. It will be added to the collection of Mackem Maps, culminating in a full display in the City Library and Arts Centre throughout October.
Get along to the centre in Fawcett Street on Saturday, September 10, from 10.30am to 1.30pm.
* Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, in Burdon Road, is the place to visit for an exhibition called Our Roots, Our Journey, Our City.
It explores the lives of Sunderland’s Bangladeshi Community who hailed from Saidpur and Sylhet districts of Bangladesh.
Visit from 10am to 5pm from Thursday, September 8, to Saturday, September 10, or 2pm to 5pm on Sunday, September 11.
* St Michael and All Angels’ Church in Church Street, Houghton-le-Spring is a grade I listed building marking more than 1,000 years of Christian worship.
Visitors can discover the story of Bernard Gilpin and visit his tomb, discover Houghton Dragons and see the ‘Risen Christ’.
It is open from 11am to 2pm on Thursday, September 8; and 10am to 2pm on Friday, September 9 and Saturday, September 10.
* Sunderland Embroiderers Guild will hold an exhibition of members’ work between 9am and 3pm on Friday, September 9, and Saturday, September 10. Visit www.embroiderersguild.com for more details.
* A Sunderland Empire Heritage Tour is on offer from 1.30pm to 2.30pm on Thursday, September 8, and 12pm to 1pm on Friday, September 9.
For more on the Heritage Open Days programme, visit https://www.hodstw.org.uk/
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Several Sunderland players to be assessed ahead of Southampton game
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Several of Sunderland's first team players face late assessments ahead of the trip to face Southampton on Saturday.
Captain John O'Shea (hip), Lamine Kone (back), Steven Pienaar (knee) and Jeremain Lens (foot) will all be assessed, along with striker Fabio Borini (toe) who did train at the Academy of Light yesterday,
Kone, a target of Everton, returned to light training on Wednesday and will be assessed.
Moyes says he needs to see if the Ivory Coast international is in the right frame of mind before making a final decision, after the centre-back recently turned down the offer of a new contract.
Reflecting on the injury situation, Moyes said: "John O'Shea has done a little bit of light training, we don't think his hip is as bad as it was.
"He will be assessed. Kone is the same, he has done some light work and will be assessed.
"Fabio Borini, he had a problem with his foot, he trained yesterday and we are waiting to see if there is any reaction.
"Some of the injuries were already there, Catts' double hernia, Seb's knee.
"Jan Kirchhoff has started some light training, we hope he maybe back in next week with the football work.
"If Lamine is fit enough and in the right frame of mind, I have to consider it with what we have got."
Pienaar came off after an hour against Shrewsbury Town on Wednesday night, with the 34-year-old feeling a slight niggle in his knee.
Moyes added: "Steven did well to keep the ball, even he came off with a little niggle behind his knee.
"He is another one we are assessing for the game tomorrow.
"We have had to push him into two intense 60 minutes, it has taken its toll, we have to try and hope he is okay as well."
Lens missed the EFL Cup win with a foot injury after bruising it after colliding with a post in training.
Moyes added: "Jeremain Lens bruised his foot, he ran in and caught his foot on the post.
"He ran yesterday but didn't kick the ball because of the bruise on his foot.
"He would have played Wednesday night, that knocked me down with another injury.
"We are assessing so many, the games come up so quickly."
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A distraught animal owner is appealing for the public’s help to find her missing dog.
Two-year-old Nell was being walked on Cleadon Hills, yesterday, when she ran off after being scared by two other dogs.
The German Shepherd, which failed as a police dog due to her gentle nature, has not been seen since.
Her owner Susan Tully has been scouring the area since her disappearance in the hope of being reunited with her beloved pet.
Mrs Tully, from Castletown said: “Nell is such a gentle dog. There has been some sightings of her but when people have approached her she has ran off.
“People might think she’s dangerous because she’ll bark but she’s just scared. It’s one of the reasons why she failed to become a police dog.”
Nell is described as a short-coated German Shepherd with two distinctive black marks on the back of her tongue.
Mrs Tully added: “If anyone does see her, please just contact me as soon as you can.”
Mrs Tully can be contacted on 07885 539 999.
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Sunderland slimming experts help people shed 3,800 STONE in a year
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Weight-loss experts in Sunderland have been rewarded for their work in helping more than 1,000 people slim down.
Claire Ball, team developer for the Slimming World groups in the Sunderland North area, has been given ‘Silver’ status by the company for her team’s success in helping members lost a collective 3,800st in the last year.
The team consists of nine consultants and covers a large area from Cleadon to Roker and Castletown.
The accolade is awarded to Slimming World teams who consistently help members who come back week after week because they’re losing weight.
Claire said: “I am delighted to have received the ‘Silver’ award for the Sunderland North Team. We all feel passionately about helping people to transform their lives by losing weight in the same way that I did when I lost weight with Slimming World.
“Losing weight made me feel happier and healthier and gave me so much more confidence. I became a consultant because I wanted to share that feeling and help other people to achieve the same success I had myself. Seeing the members in all of our groups – mums, dads, grandmas and young people too – reach their target weight is so rewarding and receiving this award is just the icing on the cake.
“This award belongs to all of the members. They’re the ones who make our groups the success that they are, with their fabulous commitment, the wonderful support they give each other every week, and, obviously, their impressive weight losses while following Slimming World’s food optimising eating plan.”
She added: “The groups have really put healthy weight loss on the map in Sunderland North. Together, they’ve lost an amazing 3,800st in the past year.
“Obesity is at record levels everywhere and many people here are suffering a range of weight-related health problems from diabetes to heart problems and feelings of low self-worth that impact on their working and personal lives every day.
“It’s never been more important that overweight people get the support to make changes to and lead healthier lives – both for themselves and the future generations, their children, too.
“We still have lots of opportunities for any past or present members to come on board and join our team and across the Durham and Wearside district.
“We’re holding an informal opportunity event on Saturday, August 20 at The Hilton Garden Inn, Sunderland from 1pm to 4pm, for anyone who would like to know more.”
For more information about groups in the area, contact Claire on 07903612121 go to www.slimmingworld.co.uk
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GCSE results: Sandhill View Academy is showing huge improvements
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A Sunderland school is turning round its fortunes after clinching good GCSE results.
Two years ago Sandhill View was said to have serious weaknesses by Ofsted bosses and rated as inadequate.
Natalia Rooks.
It joined an academy trust with Southmoor Academy and the Grindon Lane school is continuing to go from strength to strength.
The students and staff at Sandhill View have the right to celebrate after adding more than 10% to its headline figure for students gaining five top GCSEs with A*-C grades, moving from 36% last year to 46% this year.
This represents an improvement of 18% in the last two years.
Among the high achievers was Jack Wilson, who got eight A*s among his grades, Natalia Rooks, who got more than five A* and A grades and Claudia Fernandes, who joined the school from Portugal in Year 10 speaking very little English, who got five A*-C grades.
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Since joining Southmoor there has been a whole new leadership team and many new teachers have been put in place.
Dr Phil Ingram, executive headteacher at Sandhill View, said: "The results are really very encouraging, especially as we can confidently predict that next year they are going to be even better.
"We are certain that next year Sandhill View will be in the top half of all schools in Sunderland. This is quite an achievement for a school which only two years ago had such disappointing results."
The school enjoys a special relationship with the Sixth Form at Southmoor where many of the successful GCSE candidates now have places. Teachers believe that the Sixth Form link has become a real motivator for the students who know that they must achieve to progress.
Richard Carr, headteacher at Sandhill View, said: "The results are about everyone’s hard work, but there’s more to it than that. The fact is that the results are only one symptom of a school which is undergoing transformation
"Alongside the results, we have become a much happier well-ordered environment where pupils recognise and appreciate the improvement in their school. This has become a really optimistic, can-do place where everyone pulls together."
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SUNDERLAND 10 YEARS AGO: Keane searches for new signings
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Here’s what the Echo was reporting on SAFC 10 years ago today.
ONE DAY TO SIGN NEW STARS: Roy Keane will spend the rest of today and tomorrow trying to bring new players into the club before the transfer window closes.
And former Juventus centre half Mark Iuliano, now a free agent after parting from Sampdoria, could be one of the first through the door, along with Swedish international defender Per Nilsson.
Yesterday afternoon, the new Sunderland manager dealt with his first media duties, having taken his first training session with the squad in the morning.
But it will be adding to that squad which will dominate his thinking over the next 24 hours.
The transfer deadline is tomorrow evening and the new manager has hardly any time to bring in players.
But if he finds he’s unable to bring any other players in, he insists it won’t be the end of the world.
He said: “I’d like to bring in one or two new faces by the end of the week because I think we’re maybe lacking a little but of experience.
“But it’s not the be all and end all and if I do manage to get anyone in, I will regard that as a bonus.
“I’m looking at one or two areas where I feel we could improve, but if we’re not able to bring in new players then I don’t see that as being too much of a problem.
“We’ve got some good players in the squad, players who are capable of competing in this division and I think they showed that in the game against West Bromwich Albion.”
Keane said that although he only officially took over on Bank Holiday Monday, he had been thinking of potential targets over the last week.
“I’m like all managers in that I’ve got ideas of players who I would like to bring in but I don’t want to get into any sort of panic situation,” he said.
“There are probably 15 to 20 players I can think of who might potentially be genuine targets and it’s a question of seeing who is available and what can be done.”
10 SECONDS FOR KEANE TO DECIDE: It took Roy Keane all of 10 seconds to decide that he wanted to become Sunderland’s next manager when Niall Quinn’s Drumaville consortium approached him last week for the second time about taking over the helm at the Stadium of Light.
He said: “I was on a family holiday in Portugal and really enjoying it when the phone rang and the possibility was put to me of taking over here.
“I asked for some time to think about it but 10 seconds after I put the phone down, I was thinking ‘Why not?”
“I was very happy where I was – the scenery was beautiful, the weather was great and I was with my family – but I had already been thinking that what I could do with was a challenge in my life and I’ve decided that Sunderland is that challenge.
“When I first got off the phone, my attitude was that I would wait a bit longer.
“Then I thought,’What am I waiting for?’ The challenge is there. Sunderland is a big club with a beautiful stadium, a good fan base and I thought, ‘Why not?’
“I knew I would like to go to a club with a decent structure and fan base, with good facilities.
“I obviously checked it all out and I just kept on repeating to myself, ‘Why not?’
“I played up here enough times and I know what it’s like – the fans are passionate, they love their football and I need that in my life.”
It was the second time the consortium had approached him.
He was sounded out tentatively about his interest but he insisted that he wanted to finish his coaching badges.
The legendary Manchester United skipper revealed: “We met three months ago and I spoke to Niall but at the time my priority was to sit my A coaching badge.
“Time moved on and Niall ended up trying the manager’s job but it was proving impossible with the roles involved of being manager and chairman and he got back on touch with me last Monday.
“Fortunately, the opportunity has come here and I’m ready to cope with it. You have to give it a go.”
‘IF PEOPLE GIVE 100 PER CENT THERE WILL BE NO PROBLEM: Any concerns over Sunderland having appointed a manager with no previous experience were dismissed yesterday by the man himself.
If there is a worry over the high-profile appointment of the Manchester United legend, and appointment which has galvanised and thrilled Wearside, it is that Keane has never previously managed a side.
But Keane shrugged aside that question mark over him and in a flash of the combative nature he always displayed as a player, he asked how much experience had helped the club in the past.
He said: “I hear what people say about me not having managed before but it doesn’t bother me.
“Sunderland Football Club have had plenty of managers who have had bags of experience but it has not worked out for them here.
“So why should that be a big issue?
“Of course it’s new to me.
“It was my first day on the training ground yesterday and it’s a learning curve.
“But I’m looking forward to it. I’m young and hungry and I think that’s a big plus.”
While Keane may not have sat in the boss’s chair previously, he feels he has in some way served a managerial apprenticeship by working so closely with some of the great managers in football.
“I’ve played under some great managers – the likes of Sir Alex Ferguson, Brian Clough, Gordon Strachan, some good managers and some not so good managers.
“And I think I’ve picked up an awful lot.
“I’ve spoken briefly to Sir Alex over the last few days and I always enjoyed the way he looked after his players, backed them and defended them.
“But you’ve got to be your own man as a manager and I’ll be looking to do things the way that I think is right for me and this club.”
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REVIEW: Harissa, Sandyford, Newcastle
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Small plates, little food, big price.
My first experience of this term was pretty terrible.
Small plates of steamed broccoli, crispy aubergine and Merguez sausages.
It was, of course, in London.
Thankfully in the North East, we do things differently and Harissa Kitchen’s menu has set the bar high.
Weeks on, it’s these dishes I think about when I’m hungry, and they were worth the extra effort to reach its residential location.
I first caught wind of this social enterprise through Twitter via its ‘lovely sister organisation’ Food Nation, which benefits from its profits.
Falafel kebab at Harissa Kitchen.
I’ve been eyeing up a couple of cookery courses, which are worth a look if you fancy bettering your kitchen basics.
In the interest of reviewing this Mediterranean venue, we tried to fit in plenty dishes and got it just about right with this tapas-style approach.
As our starter I picked spiced roasted nuts and the house pickles, both £2.50 (or 2.5 as it’s written following that odd menu trend), along with smokey aubergine and whipped labneh cheese dips, each £3.80.
The cashews and almonds, coated in sticky honey, cumin, coriander and smoked paprika, had a kick without being overpowering.
Part of the decor of the new Mediterranean restaurant Harissa Kitchen.
The tart pickled beetroot, which also coloured cauliflower a vibrant purple, carrot, cucumber, turnip and punchy chilli, also proved a hit.
It’s the first time I’ve tried labneh, a sour, creamy strained yoghurt cheese, and I loved it, with the pomegranate seeds sprinkled on the aubergine also a good contrast.
For mains, my friend picked the falafel kebab with chargrilled courgette, salad and tahini, served on an open flatbread (£7.50.)
It was given a glowing review taste-wise, but proved difficult to eat as the salad was so finely chopped.
Starters of roasted spiced nuts and house pickles.
Other options include monkfish and prawn (£11.50), lamb, pistachio and cardamom kofte, spicy chicken or roast shoulder of pork (£8.80.)
I stuck with those small plates, with a recommendation of three to four as a main or one with a kebab.
The Mergeuez sausages (£5) had a lovely, spicy kick, and with the crispy aubergine (£4.50) bite-sized pieces in a light batter and drizzled with date molasses, although I didn’t think crumbled sheep’s cheese added much to it.
The steamed long-stem broccoli was a little over-cooked, although the sesame seeds added a good bite.
My dessert of warmed orange and saffron polenta cake was nice and just sweet enough, but lacked any taste of the promised lemon, chili or fresh herbs.
Perhaps I should have picked the honey, tahini, pistachio parfait or more of that labneh with honey - maybe next time.
Orange and saffron polenta cake.
If I can offer any suggested improvements, its handy Open Table booking system doesn’t allow for comments or dietary requirements.
I know so many people with allergies, intolerances or are vegetarian or vegan, it’s rare to go anywhere without having to interrogate the menu at length.
These grumbles are only little and I’d still return in a flash.
The service was excellent and I especially liked being served water without asking and the fresh flowers.
Its website, harissakitchen.co.uk also gives a rundown of the menus, which is handy for people like me who like to obsess over what they’ll be having days in advance.
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Amond thrilled to be Pools’ saviour in Newport County clash
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Padraig Amond was thrilled to go from potential sacrificial lamb to saviour in Hartlepool United’s draw with Newport County.
The summer signing from Grimsby Town netted his first goal in front of the home fans when he scored the 38th-minute equaliser for Pools at the Northern Gas & Power Stadium.
Amond headed in the corner from flat-mate Lewis Alessandra to level matters at 2-2 in an incredible League Two confrontation.
It came just seconds after the 26-year-old and his County marker had been warned by referee Andy Haines for their jostling for position in the box as they waited for Alessandra’s delivery.
“For my goal, I remember the ball coming in and when I headed it, it felt an age to go into the net. I’m delighted as it’s my first home goal,” said the Irishman.
“I’ve lost my marker and the referee spoke to us both before the incident.
“He said he was going to give a penalty or a free-kick, one way or another. The defender has stepped away from me a bit because of it.
“From my point of view I would take a chance there every day – if the ref gives five free-kicks, he might give one penalty, and I’d take that to be fair!”
Amond put in a tremendous shift for the team on Saturday, when he ended up dropping into midfield in the aftermath of Toto Nsiala’s third-minute sending off.
When Amond’s former Grimsby team-mate was red-carded it looked odds on that boss Craig Hignett would change his side to bring on a central defender and withdraw a forward.
Indeed, sub Scott Harrison warmed up on the touchline of the Cyril Knowles Stand but was not brought on until almost the hour-mark, with Nicky Featherstone filling in at the centre of defence alongside Matthew Bates.
“As a striker, when a red card comes like that you think there’s a forward coming off in order to make a substitution – it’s the natural thing,” said Amond.
“I’m prepared, make sure it’s good for the team.
“Instead I played centre-midfield for 65-70 minutes – I wasn’t expecting that before the game.
“It’s a new position or me, but Woodsy has been fantastic to me in there.
“He’s talked me through the game and Feathers has dropped in behind with Batesy and made it easy for me, telling me what to do. I’d like to think, I played my part in there.”
He certainly did. Amond visited areas of the pitch he has rarely seen as he put in the miles for Pools, though when Billy Paynter was taken off just before the hour he was despatched back up front.
He had some sympathy for Nsiala who was given an early bath by Mr Haines for deliberate handball just seconds after Featherstone had put Pools into second-minute lead.
“I don’t think I’ve played in a game with a start like that before,” said Amond. “A crazy game. The goal we first scored wouldn’t be out of place in a Barcelona game.
“You would go a long way to see a better worked goal.
“ Woodsy has lifted it over the top and it’s a great finish by Feathers.
“One up after a minute and a bit and you think this is going to be a great day.
“Then next thing, 20-30 seconds later it’s all changed. The grass has been a little bit longer and drier in the other two home games because of the weather we have had.
“The groundsman has done a really, really good job on the pitch but the ball has skidded off there and I can see why he’s been sent-off.
“The red card is a double whammy as they scored from it as well.
“If they don’t score then we regroup and it’s a different game. For the first few minutes after the red card I didn’t know where I was going. Feathers and Woodsy and Batesy then came into their own telling me where to be.
“That’s invaluable, they’ve got the experience of playing there and at a good level.
“Woodsy was brilliant alongside me. When I’ve gone in there, I’ve gone a bit too attacking at first.
“I’m a striker, that’s my natural game, then Woodsy told me how to do the role and it might sound stupid but I needed someone like that to talk to me – I’ve never played central midfield before.
“I’ve joked to the lads in there that I’ve a new-found respect for central midfielders now. If you want to learn how to play centre midfield then come and watch me today and do the opposite!
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Sunderland transfers: Man City, Liverpool, Norwich stars, plus Pogba, linked with moves to Wearside
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Sunderland are desperate to add new faces to their squad before tonight's transfer deadline, and have already been linked with a host of players today.
Here's a quick rundown of the players mentioned in the media this morning as potential signings.
1. Florentin Pogba
Brother of the world's most expensive player Paul, who joined Manchester United this summer, Florentin Pogba has been mentioned as a potential solution to Sunderland's defensive issues. However, it would be a surprise move with the 26-year-old Guinea international unable to establish himself in the St Etienne squad.
2. Wilfied Bony
Bony is out of favour at Manchester City and looks set to leave today. City are reported to have received offers from West Ham United, Stoke City and Sunderland over a potential loan move, with a £2million loan fee mooted.
3. John Ruddy
The Norwich goalkeeper has been mentioned as a potential replacement for Vito Mannone, with David Moyes desperate to sign a new shot-stopper today. Ruddy, a former England international, is recovering from a groin strain.
4. Lovre Kalinic
The Hadjuk Split goalkeeper is another who has been linked with a move to Sunderland today. The Croatian almost signed for Aston Villa earlier this year, but was denied a work permit.
5. Mamadou Sakho
The Liverpool defender is available on loan, and has been offered to David Moyes. Reports on Merseyside suggest the deal could be close, but would that then see Lamine Kone heading to Merseyside himself to join Everton?
6. Romain Alessandrini
Sunderland have approached 27-year-old winger Romain Alessandrini’s camp about a possible transfer deadline day move from Marseille, according to Foot Mercato.
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SHAPING UP: Five steps to a healthier heart
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In less than a month, it’s World Heart Day. September 29, the World Heart Federation is asking everybody to pay attention to their hearts and start living healthier lifestyles, so I have come up with FIVE quick wins that you can introduce TODAY to help you avoid this killer disease.
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD’s) are the world’s biggest killer, causing over 17 million deaths a year, and many of these deaths are preventable through lifestyle changes.
A Healthy Heart Breakfast Bagel.
During World Heart Day I’m calling out everyone to focus on their health and work together to help prevent them becoming another fatality statistic.
Most people know someone affected, or have themselves been directly affected, by heart disease and the saddest part is that a lot of times it is avoidable by changing lifestyle habits.
Simple changes in diet by reducing your salt intake and eliminating processed foods from your diet and doing a little bit of exercise every day can make a huge difference.
A healthy diet reduces the risk of coronary heart disease and prevents weight gain which puts pressure on your heart. The introduction of a healthy diet also helps to prevent further worsening of existing heart disease, and it’s not too late to start eating healthily.
To help prevent heart disease I have come up with five simple ways to change your lifestyle and take better care of your heart.
Eat more vegetables and good fats.
A 2013 study showed that a Mediterranean-style diet reduces the risk of coronary heart disease by 30% and prevents weight gain which puts pressure on your heart. This type of diet also helps to prevent further worsening of existing heart disease and it’s NEVER too late to start eating healthily.
Reduce salt
Too much salt can cause high blood pressure, which increases the risk of developing coronary heart disease. Check the salt content of any pre-packaged food you buy.
No processed foods
There are lots of hidden saturated fats, sugars and salts in processed food, fast food, and ready meals. I would strongly advise people to check the content of the ingredients of any food they buy and start cooking from scratch together.
Quit smoking
Smokers are twice as likely as non-smokers to have heart disease. With all the health issues it causes, it is the most important thing you can do for your heart.
Joining a boot camp
The heart is the most important muscle and just a small amount of intense exercise will keep it functioning properly. Workouts as little as ten minutes a day can make a huge difference. If you would like to come and work with me you can try a week of boot camp for only £7. www.eastcoast-fitness.com/7daykickstart
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Healthy Heart Breakfast Bagel
This breakfast bagel is a great way to get healthy fats and protein into your diet to promote a healthy heart. It’s quick and simple to make and tastes so good, it’s my favourite breakfast on a weekend.
Ingredients:
Smoked salmon, 2 slices
1/2 plain bagel
1/2 avocado, sliced
2 eggs
1 tsp olive oil
Method:
Put the olive oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Beat the eggs in a bowl and pour into the pan. Keep stirring the eggs until they are cooked to your liking.
Meanwhile, cut the bagel in half and place under the grill until lightly toasted.
While the bagel is toasting, cut the avocado in half and cut into 1/2 cm thick slices.
To serve place the bagel on a plate and then top with avocado, scrambled eggs and smoked salmon. Season with black pepper.
It also goes well with honey mustard dressing.
HEALTHY HEART WORKOUT
The aim of this workout is to raise your heart rate and keep it elevated for five minutes.
Work for five minutes by completing the ten exercises below for 30 seconds with no rest in between.
30 seconds STAR JUMPS
30 seconds SQUATS
30 seconds HILL CLIMBS
30 seconds PRESS UPS
30 seconds SIDE STEPS
30 seconds BURPEES
30 seconds GET UPS
30 seconds HIGH KNEES
30 seconds LUNGES
30 seconds CRUNCHES
Once you have completed a five-minute round take 60 seconds break and then complete another three rounds. Total time = 23 mintues
Go to www.eastcoast-fitness.com for a full demonstration of the workout.
LIFESTYLE TIP
You don’t have to do intense workouts every day. Aim for four intense workouts per week with three recovery days. But stay active on those rest days. Go for a walk or try some yoga to help recovery.
GET IN TOUCH
Your Trainer: Graham Low, owner of East Coast Fitness, is an award-winning personal trainer based in Seaham. The ex-professional footballer was nominated for the Small Business of the Year and Leisure Awards at the Sunderland Echo Portfolio Awards last year. Graham won the Leisure Award at the North East Hotels Association Awards while working as gym manager at Seaham Hall in 2012. For personal training, boot camps, small group training and online programmes email [email protected] or visit www.eastcoast-fitness.com
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Teen star thrilled by long-term boost
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Newcastle forward Adam Armstrong has signed a new five-year contract.
Armstrong scored 20 goals on loan for Coventry last season, and could be loaned out again this term.
“I’m over the moon,” said the 19-year-old. “I’ve been working hard on the training pitch, and I did well last season, so to get the reward is massive for me, and I think it’s the next step.
“I’ll keep working hard every day and progress.”
Newcastle are tracking Chelsea winger Christian Atsu, who has had loans at Malaga, Bournemouth and Everton in recent seasons.
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Young Sunderland carers create blooming brilliant artwork
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Green-fingered youngsters have been getting their hands dirty to create a garden gallery thanks to a £1,000 grant.
Young people who devote their time to caring for friends and family took a break from their role to work with artist Michelle Wall to craft artworks for the garden at Sunderland Carers Centre in Southwick.
They were given the chance to get arty thanks to a grant from the Cultural Spring’s Your Art programme which helps communities to run their own art events,
Sunderland artist Michelle said: “I was aware of the amazing work these extraordinary young people do and really wanted an opportunity to work with them.
“I put together an application together with Sunderland Young Carers and received a £1,000 grant to put together a six-week arts course. We decided it would be a great idea to create a garden gallery at the centre and have been producing artwork to do just that.”
She added: “I came up with the garden gallery to showcase the creative talents of the young people and hopefully over time more carers and young carers can add their work to it and create a lasting and changing collaborative work of art.
“The idea behind the course has been an exhibition of Being Me. We started with asking the young carers to write a poem or prose about the life of a carer, then we did some more visual work. During phase three we worked on bringing out the personalities of the young people who were asked to bring on props that meant something to them.”
Lisa Watson, a carer services manager with Sunderland Young Carers, said: “There was some artwork in the garden, but it has been there a while and was looking a bit tired, so it’s great that it’s being updated.”
Your Art is designed to support community-led groups in the ten Cultural Spring wards in North Sunderland and South Tyneside. Funded by the Arts Council, the Cultural Spring aims to boost participation in the arts.
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NE Premier League: Captain Coxon gets Chester-le-Street ready for toughest test in title run-in
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With only three games to go in the Premier Division title race, Chester-le-Street have a very healthy lead of 43 points.
One more win, from their last three games, should see them crowned as champions, but they face three very tough matches in the run-in, starting with Saturday’s trip to defending champions South North.
Without a win in three games, the team from Roseworth Terrace have fallen away from the title race and allowed Chester to power away on their eight-match unbeaten run, including seven wins in a row.
South North are 48 points behind in third position and it is a must-win game for them to ensure the title race goes to the last two games.
Chester skipper John Coxon said: “We will be without batsman James Thompson and this will be our toughest game of the season so far, as they have a very good team with lots of experience, but we are looking forward to the challenge.
“We are playing well, winning the key moments in matches, and are full of confidence. We will be looking to win the game and extend our lead at the top, going into the last two games.”
After this weekend, Chester host Durham Academy and then travel to second-placed Newcastle, in their last game of the season
Newcastle will be hoping that South North beat or draw with the leaders and they win at home to South Shields, to close the 43-point gap.
Callum Harding returns to a virtually full-strength team. Doug Hudson, from the club, said,: “It’s that time of the season where we must win games. We have to be realistic and win all the last three to have a chance of the title.”
Shields have Gordon Muchall back to play and official Jim Elliott said: “It will be a tough game, but we will be disappointed to come away with nothing.”
Eppleton, promoted last season, are in second-bottom spot and need a win to stretch their 33-point lead over Gateshead Fell in the fight for survival.
Ahead of a tough trip to fourth-top Tynemouth, director of cricket John Smithson said: “It’s all to play for and how we perform that matters.”
Durham Academy could do Eppleton a favour as they play Gateshead Fell and will be looking to finish the season strongly.
Fell will be trying to get their “great escape” challenge going again, with Durham paceman Graham Onions again set to figure.
Coach John Windows plays for the Academy, along with Alasdair Appleby and Jonathan Pears, but Liam Trevaskis, Matthew Potts and Ross Greenwell are with the North England Under-17s squad.
Hetton Lyons entertain Benwell Hill, who will be looking for points to ensure their survival, but they look to have done just enough to survive.
Whitburn host Stockton in a mid-table clash, looking to repeat June’s seven-wicket defeat of the Teessiders.
On Sunday, Eppleton continue their defence of the Banks Salver with a tough-looking semi-final clash with Chester-le-Street.
The Church Road side have knocked out Stockton and Felling, following a first-round bye, and are determined to give their all against the Cestrians in a bid to retain the trophy.
The match starts at Eppleton at 1pm.
The winners will tackle Benwell Hill in the final.
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Sunderland Sunday League: Wharton’s the Board master as Potters are sent crashing out of League Cup
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The Board Inn caused a major upset in the Hendersons Butchers League Cup first round, toppling Premier contenders TS Potters 6-4.
Star man Micky Wharton was in devastating form, notching two great goals.
Fryatt and Clarke pulled Potters level, but Board Inn took advantage of slack defending and found the net through Fletcher, Lloyd, New and Dagg.
Davey Keithley fire a quick brace late on, but Board Inn finished comfortable winners.
Wearmouth CW Juniors looked on course for victory after Reece Young and two-goal new signing Alhajeri had them 3-0 up.
But hosts Washington New Tavern had other ideas and totally dominated the second half. Dylan Phipps grabbed a goal from the kick-off and star man Shaun Davies scored an tremendous hat trick to sink Wearmouth 4-3.
Victoria Gardens pipped neighbours Hendon 6-5 on penalties after a thrilling 3-3 draw.
Gardens were cruising after “Busta” Paul and Humble had them 2-0 up, but Hendon fought back and Clayton Davis smashed an impressive brace to level it up.
Paul fired home a penalty to put the Vics 3-2 ahead late on, but Newby had the last laugh and his effort flew past Collins. Vics had the last word, squeezing home in the shoot-out.
Millfield Oddies were gutted to go out, despite scoring six goals away from home.
Jolly Potters just edged this classic cup encounter 7-6, with four-goal Paul Webster supported by Warren Cassap (2) and Lewis Dodd.
Dylan Jardin was star man for Oddies, hitting a hat-trick, with David Laing (2) and Scott Goodacre also on target.
Hylton Castle TWR demolished Third Division Silksworth Catholic Club 8-0.
Callum Hodgson fired four well-taken goals and Lee Cresswell added a brace before the break.
Catholic Club were under constant pressure and TWR increase their lead with strikes from Gav Dorwood, and Mark Cresswell. Donkin and Smart shone for the Silksworth side.
Southwick’s good form continues with a thumping 9-0 win over poor The Stumble Inn.
“Chip” Bulmer and James Mitchell both plundered trebles, backed by David Dixon (2) and man of the match Nath Cummings.
Even with the intervention of player-manager Paul Taylor, Thorney Close did not have enough to beat plucky New Town in a nine-goal thriller.
New Town’s Elliot Salicki capped an impressive display with a brace and the man of the match award.
Kris Johnson replied for Thorney with a double of his own, but further goals from Semmence, King and Collard put New Town on top.
Thorney, creditably, staged a final push and managed a couple of goals, through Taylor and Jackson, but New Town held on to progress 5-4.
TC Plastics recorded another convincing win, with Grange Park put to the sword.
Farquhar, Stokoe, Corey Bell and a hat-trick from Luke Bell clinched a 6-1 triumph, with Liam Grimes replying.
Ryhope Foresters’ Premier class was evident against Third Division TC.
They ran out 7-0 winners, courtesy of a Kieran Davies hat-trick and further strikes from Laverick, Young, Armstrong and Edmundson. McKenzie shone for TC.
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LEGAL EAGLE: Court a last resort in family dispute
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I recently separated from my partner and we have a son together who lives with me. I have been trying to organise contact between my ex-partner and my son but we cannot talk without arguing.
When we do make plans for contact, my ex-partner does not always turn up on time to collect my son. I really want my son to see his dad but I am worried that the issues with contact are going to affect him.
My friends have told me to take my ex-partner to court to sort out the contact. I don’t want to go to court but I want to make an arrangement for my son’s benefit.
If you are struggling to agree contact arrangements with your ex, there are several things you can do to resolve matters.
You might want to talk to a solicitor who can advise you further on the legal rights and responsibilities you share with your ex with regards to contact.
A solicitor could help you negotiate contact arrangements with your ex-partner, but speaking to a solicitor does not mean you will have to go to court.
You might be entitled to help with paying the solicitor’s fees (known as Legal Aid).
A solicitor will be able to advise you further on your eligibility for Legal Aid and will explain what, if anything, you have to pay.
If a solicitor can’t help you reach an agreement, or you choose not to speak to a solicitor, you can try mediation.
Mediation will involve both you and your ex-partner attending sessions with a trained, impartial professional who will help you agree a schedule for contact.
Sometimes mediation can’t help you reach an agreement or your ex-partner may not be willing to attend. If this is the case, you may wish to consider making an application to the court, so that they can help in making contact arrangements.
The court would need to consider what is best for your son, and the level of contact he should be having with his dad.
A court order might specify exactly how frequently how contact should take place and how long for, or it might be more general. It will depend on how much help you need from the court.
Going to court should be a last resort for contact disputes so it is important to get help with the problem as soon as possible.
Ben Hoare Bell LLP has specialist solicitors that can advise on issues of childcare and other family matters. Call 0191 565 3112 or email [email protected]. For more visit www.benhoarebell.co.uk
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Red Ensign to be raised in Sunderland ahead of Merchant Navy Day
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The Red Ensign will be raised at Sunderland Civic Centre to help prepare for Merchant Navy Day this weekend.
The council is supporting the event organised by national charity Seafarers UK, to raise public awareness of the Merchant Navy’s massive contribution to the life of the ‘island nation’ of Great Britain.
“Sunderland is a city by the sea with a rich maritime heritage, and home to a community that recognises and appreciates the contribution made by the Merchant Navy to all our lives.” Coun Alan Emerson
Merchant Navy Day, which takes place on Saturday, was first held in 2000, with the ‘Fly the Red Ensign’ campaign launched last year to remind people of its national significance and encourage their support.
Sunderland City Council is one of the local authorities invited to raise the flag on Friday at civic buildings across the country, preparing people for Saturday’s commemorative events.
The Red Ensign will be raised on the civic centre flag pole outside the council chamber at 10am on Friday by the mayor of Sunderland, Councillor Alan Emerson, accompanied by Captain Steve Healy of Trinity House in Newcastle, with the public invited to attend to show their support.
Coun Emerson said: “I am proud to represent the people of our city at this event, and honoured to raise the famous Red Ensign on their behalf.
“Sunderland is a city by the sea with a rich maritime heritage, and home to a community that recognises and appreciates the contribution made by the Merchant Navy to all our lives.
“I hope people will support Merchant Navy Day, and be encouraged to pay their own personal tributes by seeing the Red Ensign flying proudly at the civic centre over the weekend.”
Before the flag is raised on Friday morning, the Mayor will invite Major Eric Ingram, Deputy Lieutenant for Tyne and Wear to read out a message from HRH The Earl of Wessex KG, GCVO who is the president of Seafarers UK which raises funds to help seafarers and their families in need.
The message from HRH The Earl of Essex will read: “On this Merchant Navy Day, I very much hope you will support this campaign by Seafarers UK to remember the sacrifices, salute the courage and support the future of the often unsung personnel of the Merchant Navy.
“Too often they are the forgotten or invisible service, by raising the Red Ensign you will ensure that at least on this day they are remembered.
“Your act will mean so much to their families and to the retired, but most especially to those at sea.”
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Daryl Murphy has become Newcastle United's 10th summer signing.
The striker has joined from Ipswich Town for an undisclosed fee.
Murphy – who scored 67 goals from 225 appearances for the Portman Road club – has signed a two-year deal at St James's Park.
The Republic of Ireland international said: "I'm absolutely delighted to get it over the line and really looking forward to it.
"When I knew the club was interested, it was a no-brainer for me so I'm happy it's all done.
"I think with the squad of players that the club have now, there's no reason why we shouldn't be there or thereabouts come the end of the season."
United manager Rafa Benitez added: "Daryl has experience, and has proven that he can score goals in the Championship.
"He gives us another option in attack, and we could see from this weekend's game against Brighton that we needed more bodies up front.
"Daryl has a good attitude, and he can be very important for us this season."
Newcastle are also close to a deal for Palermo defender Achraf Lazaar, who was at St James's Park to see yesterday's 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion.
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RNLI fund-raisers are making music to buy a new boat
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Fund-raisers have been making music to boost funds for a new lifeboat in the city.
Musicians from Sunderland’s Speakeasy scene have launched a CD to raise money for a memorial fund set up in memory of former Sunderland RNLI volunteer, Andrew Cantle.
Andrew Cantle
The CD has 11 tracks, performed by local musicians, and the idea came about from Leslie Dodd, of the Happy Cats.
As well as raising funds the idea of the CD is to promote the live music scene in the city.
Donations were made by Rough Diamond Entertainment, Martino’s Restaurant Group and Illusions to cover the cost of making the CDs.
The disc features a track by Andrew McGill, a volunteer himself with Sunderland RNLI. Andrew, a funeral director from Fulwell has been a volunteer crewman with the RNLI for the last three years.
We are extremely grateful Ann Cantle
The target of the memorial fund is to raise enough money to fund the next D Class inshore lifeboat to be stationed at Sunderland which will be named after Andy. The funds current total stands at £25,000 and aims to raise £40,000 in the next four years.
Andrew, who lived in York with partner, Beth Webster, was just 27-years-old when he was killed in February 2011 when the commuter plane he was co-piloting crashed at Cork Airport in thick fog.
He became involved with Sunderland RNLI Lifeboat station in 2000 as part of his Duke of Edinburgh Award and continued working with the charity, saving lives.
Ann Cantle, Andrew’s mum, said: “We are extremely grateful to the musicians for choosing the RNLI, and Andrew’s memorial fund in particular, as the charity to benefit from the sale of the CD.
“Another key thank you must go to the sponsors who have ensured every penny raised from the sale of the CD will go directly towards paying for the next D Class inshore lifeboat in Andrews name.”
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GCSE results: Sunderland celebrates improved results
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Sunderland students have been celebrating GCSE success across the city.
Thousands of teenagers gathered at Wearside’s 19 schools to collect their grades this morning.
Figures showed the percentage of pupils achieving the English Baccalaureate, comprising GCSE A*-C in English language or English literature, Mathematics, History or Geography, two sciences and a language had increased to 19 per cent from 18 per cent last academic year.
And the standard of students achieving grade C or better in both Maths and either English Language or English Literature has been achieved by 55 per cent of students this year, an increase on last years’ figure of 53 per cent.
Coun Harry Trueman, Deputy Leader of Sunderland City Council, said: "Congratulations and well done to all, I know there are many individual successes among our city’s students.
"Changes continue to be introduced to the examination system nationally and variability has been reported at some schools and exam centres.
"In Sunderland, GCSE and A level results overall are holding up and in early years and primary schools there is a longer-term trend of improvements.
"Students, staff and parents can all be congratulated for the hard-work and dedication that helped achieve these results."
GCSE results were announced at Academy 360, Biddick Academy, Castle View Enterprise Academy, Farringdon Community Academy, Grindon Hall Christian Free School, Hetton School, Kepier Academy, Monkwearmouth Academy, Oxclose Community Academy, Red House Academy, Sandhill View Academy, Southmoor Academy, St Aidan’s Catholic Academy, St Anthony’s Catholic Girls’ Academy, St Robert of Newminster Roman Catholic School, The New Bridge Academy, The Venerable Bede CE Academy, Thornhill School Business & Enterprise College and Washington School.
Sharon Hodgson, MP for Washington and Sunderland West, praised the academic efforts of Wearside youngsters.
She said: "Congratulations to all the young people in Sunderland receiving their GCSE results.
"I wish every one of my constituents receiving their GCSE results today the best of luck when opening those envelopes and in your future endeavours, whatever they may be."
Nationally, GCSE results saw a record drop, with girls continuing to outperform boys, official figures show.
In total, just over two-thirds of entries in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (66.9%) were awarded A*-C - deemed by schools to be a “good” pass.
However, this was a 2.1 percentage point drop on the previous year, representing the biggest 12-month dip since the creation of the GCSE format in 1988.
The overall pass rate - those achieving A*-G - also dropped, albeit it only slightly, from 98.6% in 2015 to 98.4% this year.
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Order a pint at Sunderland Empire - without leaving your seat
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Sick of queues at the bar?
Now you can order your pint at Sunderland Empire - without leaving your seat.
Ordertorium, a new technology app is set to be rolled out at Sunderland Empire which will give patrons the opportunity to have a cold beverage, ice cream or snack delivered to their seat.
The app is part of an investment programme at the Empire, which includes proposals to create a bistro, as well as the repair of the Terpischore statue which blew off the tower in high winds.
Ordertorium, which successfully runs at Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) West End theatres and a selection of regional theatres, will be launched at Sunderland Empire ready for the autumn season.
The app can be downloaded now in time for the launch on Tuesday, September 26 for that evening’s performance of Ghost the Musical.
The app can be downloaded ahead of arrival to the theatre (or you can wave your menu in the air ahead of the performance and interval) and gives patrons the option to pre-book and pay for a range of drinks and snacks either from home or from the comfort of your seat in the auditorium.
A member of staff will then deliver direct to the seat pre-show and during the interval.
To take advantage of free seat delivery with no queues you can download the app for free by searching ATG on the Apple App Store or via Android App on Google play.
A spokesperson for Ambassador Theatre Groups (ATG) said: “Investment in rolling out the ordertorium project is part of a substantial capital improvement plan which has been budgeted for Sunderland Empire for 2016/17 as part of Ambassador Theatre Groups ongoing commitment to invest into capital projects to enhance customer experience.
“Investment will be committed to a number of other refurbishments front of house including the Dress Circle bar and proposed new Bistro, Ambassador Boxes, and the façade repairs project that includes repair of the Terpsichore statue damaged in high winds.”
Ben Phillips, general manager, Sunderland Empire said: “We are delighted that we are one of the regional venues set to roll out Ordertorium this September. We have a range of bespoke packages and experiences available to enhance the theatre experience and we are excited to launch Ordertorium which aims to make the visit to our beautiful Edwardian theatre even more special and relaxing.”
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iPhone 7 launch date confirmed - and it’s soon
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After months of rumours, Apple has all but confirmed that the new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will be officially unveiled on 7 September.
The tech giant has confirmed plans for a major media event in San Francisco next Wednesday where it is expected to take the wraps off the newest version of its groundbreaking mobile.
A second-generation iWatch is also expected to be revealed at the event.
Rumours around the iPhone 7’s specifications have been flying around for months. It is expected to be slimmer and lighter than the current iPhone 6S and there is a suggestion it could be waterproof.
Leaked photos also suggest it could do away completely with a headphone jack, replacing the traditional tangle of white wires with wireless Bluetooth-connected headphones.
There is also speculation that the larger 7 Plus will come with a dual-camera system.
It is likely to get a full HD 1080p edge-to-edge screen and a larger battery to keep users online for longer and address criticisms about the longevity of the iPhone 6.
Speculation about processing power has ranged from a dual-core processor like the 6S up to an unlikely hex-core but RAM is expected to remain at 2GB. Whatever the hardware, it’s likely to come with iOS 10 and the variety of functionality upgrades that brings with it.
Pricing is expected to follow Apple’s trend of keeping the cost of new handsets stable so the iPhone 7 will cost around £539 but that’s likely to come with 32GB of storage, a jump over its predecessor’s 16GB.
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A police investigation has been launched after claims a woman was attacked near a business park bus stop.
Northumbria Police is carrying out inquiries after the incident on Rainton Bridge Business Park near Houghton yesterday.
Cygnet Way on Rainton Bridge Business Park in Houghton.
A spokesman said: “At 5.47pm on Tuesday, we received a report of an alleged assault in the Cygnet Way area of Houghton.
“Inquiries into this incident are at an early stage.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Sunderland pervert caught with indecent child pics on his laptop
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A pervert caught with indecent pictures of children on his laptop computer has walked free from court.
Steven Jackson, 29, was previously jailed for six months in 2013 for having an illegal haul of almost 200 images.
In May last year, as a result of his internet activity, officers raided his home and seized his computer.
This time, they found 17 illegal images.
Prosecutor Kevin Wardlaw told Newcastle Crown Court the images were not in the most serious category of their type.
Mr Wardlaw said: "Most were teenagers. They were underage but, in fairness to the defendant, were not particularly young children."
Jackson, of Barclay Street, Sunderland, admitted possessing indecent images.
Mr Recorder Ben Nolan QC sentenced him to nine months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with rehabilitation and alcohol treatment requirements.
Jackson must register as a sex offender for the next ten years.
The judge told him: "With your previous conviction for the same thing, this was a very dangerous thing to do.
"On any view a prison sentence is called for.
"However, I am going to give you the opportunity, via an alcohol treatment programme and a rehabilitation programme, to improve your life and put this behind you.
"If you fail, you will go to prison again, again."
Alec Burns, defending, said Jackson is willing to work with the probation service to overcome his problems and prevent future offending.
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NE Premier League: Table-topping Sacriston miss former Durham star Betts for Burnmoor crunch
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Sacriston take a slender, six-point lead over Felling in the race for the sole promotion spot in Division One - with just three weeks to go.
On Saturday, Burnmoor entertain leaders Sacriston.
The leaders have youngster Solomon Bell and Will Gidman back to strengthen their team, but Melvyn Betts is unavailable.
Coach Iain Bestford said:“The pressure is on and we will be going for the 30 points, we are taking each game as it comes and still remain unbeaten.”
The home side have Kevin Dixon back from holiday and spokesman Ian Linsley said: “Sacriston will be champing at the bit to beat us, so it should be a good game and we would like to take the opportunity to win the game.”
Felling are at home to Washington and must win to keep the pressure on the leaders.
Willington, in third place, 39 points behind, have an outside chance of promotion if both of their rivals slip up.
They are at home to mid-table Mainsforth and must win to keep the pressure on the pace setters.
Willington have lost professional Anand Singh, who has returned home, and Jamie Dass is on holiday, but Connor Hodgson and Steven Bradwell come in.
Skipper James Stock said: “It’s unfortunate to lose Anand at this stage of the season, as we probably won’t win the league now, but we will give it our best shot and take each game as it comes.”
Mainsforth have Jack Thirlaway back, as well as Dan Smith, but are without the holidaying Gary and Aidan Cummings.
Tudhoe have three games in which to save themselves from relegation and their last three league games are all against teams in the bottom four.
They have a 33-point gap to make up, but they have to start winning and the first of those three games, is against Seaham Harbour at home.
Stuart Lacey, the head of Harbour’s selection committee, said: “We are not really having the best of luck lately with injuries and at crucial times in games.”
They are without Umar Akhtar and Andrew Boal for this weekend, but there is positive news regarding Jack Lacey, who will face a late fitness test.
Blaydon and Brandon, the other team teams down in the bottom four, face challenging games away from home.
Blaydon travel to Sunderland and have bowler Gary Stewart back for the Ashbrooke showdown.
Club stalwart Jack Chapman said: “We will be relying on our bowlers to keep their batsmen under pressure, because they seem to be scoring a lot of runs at present, so it will be good to have Gary back.”
Brandon travel to Boldon, who are fourth.
The home side have Philip Shakespeare back and may also have Durham and Scotland batsman Calum MacLeod available. Unfortunately, professional Umar Waheed has returned to Pakistan to take part in a T20 competition.
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Families in the North East were greeted with glorious sunshine as they awoke this morning - and will be hoping it lasts through the weekend.
But forecasts suggest it might be better to get your dose of outdoors early in the weekend, as it isn't expected to last.
After fine and sunny start this morning, there may be some fair weather cloud later in the day, but it is expected to remain dry and be less humid than it has recently.
Tonight is expected to remain clear and turn chilly, with patches of mist and fog possible by dawn tomorrow.
Saturday will be another fine day with sunny spells, light winds and patchy cloud. The odd shower is possible, but most places will remain dry. The maximum temperature is forecast to be 21 °C.
Sunday will see scattered showers among some sunny spells. Further showers are forecast for Monday, heavy at first, but easing later.
Tuesday is expected to be mostly dry, although winds will strengthen and cloud thicken later in the day.
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REVIEW: Red Hot Chili Peppers help fans forget the mud at Leeds Festival
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Torrential rain and muddy fields failed to put a dampener on Leeds Festival 2016, as rock legends Red Hot Chili Peppers added the exclamation point to a dazzling weekend of live music.
Their entertaining set featured songs from across a spectacular 30-plus year career, closing the show in style on Sunday evening and living up to lofty expectations.
Scottish rockers Biffy Clyro were on top form at Leeds Festival. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
Thousands from the region were there to see their performance plus four other headliners, including the impressive Biffy Clyro and Fall Out Boy on Friday night.
The slightly less triumphant double bill of Disclosure and Foals took to the main stage on Saturday, with music fans drenched by the worst weather at Bramham Park in years.
An all-star feast of alternative, rock and electronic music heroes - including indie pop band The 1975, hip-hop collective Boy Better Know and punk duo Slaves - also appeared across the three days.
Teesside band Mouses impressed a sizeable audience on Friday afternoon, winning over new fans before an appearance at sister festival Reading two days later.
Fall Out Boy put on an excellent show, complete with pyrotechnics. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
Maxïmo Park and Coquin Migale also flew the flag for the North East, with two new tents including a wildly popular dance stage adding gloss to an already ambitious bill.
Yet most eyes were on the main stage, and for the first time Leeds featured five co-headliners, starting with Biffy Clyro and Fall Out Boy on the alt-rock-heavy first day of the festival.
The Virginmarys were the pick of the early performers and The Vaccines their usual entertaining selves in the early evening, but A$AP Rocky had to cancel a rare UK appearance due to traffic.
Billingham duo Mouses also made the most of the opportunity to play at Leeds, entertaining a good-sized crowd on the BBC Introducing stage at 3.30pm.
Courteeners performing at Leeds Festival. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
Frontman Steven Bardgett was less lively than usual - he didn't want to break his guitar ahead of Reading Festival - but the appearance won over many new fans to their cause and impressed the assembled national press.
US pop-punk heroes Fall Out Boy are one of the defining bands of their time, and their latest appearance at Leeds was a sparkling visual spectacle featuring dancers, acrobats and pyrotechnics.
It could have easily upstaged Biffy Clyro, but the Scottish rock band are A-list in their own right, and their catalogue of alt anthems doesn't require a flashy stage show.
With songs including Many Of Horror, Mountains and The Captain all on the set list, it was a headline performance of the highest quality, and local fans will be able to catch them at their newly-announced Newcastle Arena date on 2 December.
A rare spell when it wasn't raising at Leeds Festival. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
Both bands gave Saturday's headliners Foals and Disclosure a lot to live up to, with neither highly accustomed to topping the bill on such an illustrious stage.
The weather, which was at its worst and had many clamouring for cover in the evening, failed to help their cause and tempted many to favour the covered stages for Twenty One Pilots, Crystal Castles and Maxïmo Park.
But conditions were better earlier in the day, with Frank Turner opening the main stage with a typically raucous folk rock set, and Die Antwoord providing a curious, sweary twist in the afternoon.
Newcastle band Coquin Migale also headlined the BBC Introducing stage, hot on the heels of the release of their debut album Cargo.
Synthpop band CHVRCHES were their usual cheery selves in the early evening, just as the skies started to pour, with Foals following them onto the stage for their first headline spot at a top level UK festival.
Foals are always a brilliant live band, and this was no exception to that rule, although Yannis Philippakis' cries for "dirty pits" and crowd disorder seemed less well-heeded than usual.
An atmospheric shot of Crystal Castle at Leeds Festival. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
Electronic duo Disclosure, meanwhile, unleashed the sort of set that would usually headline one of the supporting stages, not the festival's largest platform.
Their performance was assured enough and featured all of the hits, but as producers that often utilise guest vocalists, it felt like something was missing when - for example - a fill-in and not Sam Smith himself performed on Latch.
It was the weekend's only real misfire, and perhaps an experiment with a more commercial style of headline attraction that, on the day, just didn't quite work.
Sunday was a welcome return to form, with Red Hot Chili Peppers the most anticipated headliner ever since their appearance was announced.
Much earlier in the day Sundara Karma had opened the main stage, although their performance felt distant and bland, with Skindred and punk duo Slaves faring far better.
Promising bands including VANT - whose frontman Mattie Vant hails from Redcar - The Hunna offered an alternative elsewhere to a US rock-oriented main stage during the day.
Eagles of Death Metal were the biggest of those names, with their kitschy mixture of balls out rock-'n'-roll and lewd commentary from Jesse Hughes, before The Courteeners brought it back to British with a massive set greeted by dozens of flares.
It gave Imagine Dragons a hard act to follow, but their triumphant pop hit the mark and kept a growing crowd happy as the rain thankfully stayed away.
But it was Red Hot Chili Peppers that were always going to steal the headlines, making the latest stop on a world tour that has already checked into the UK this summer for T in the Park.
Reviews for that set were mixed, but this was a different show, featuring all the classics right from the opener of singalong hit Can't Stop.
Californation, Under The Bridge and By The Way was as good a trio of set closers as any band will ever be able to call upon, and all were performed with aplomb and energy.
And a two-song encore closed the show and Leeds Festival itself in inimitable style, matching the similar success of Metallica at Bramham Park in 2015.
As well as the headline names, the weekend was also a chance to catch the stars of tomorrow, with bands on the brink including Blossoms and Clean Cut Kid.
And Manchester band Cupids, sultry duo Lion Babe and rock bands Transviolet and Judas all impressed enough to suggest they could be the next big thing.
You Me At Six also returned to perform a not-so-secret set on the final day, having done the same at Reading earlier in the weekend, with Slaves one of a number to play more intimate sets on the BBC Introducing stage.
But the weekend belonged to Biffy Clyro, Fall Out Boy and the Chilis - and the Reading and Leeds organisers will find them tough acts to follow when booking the bands for 2017.
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The crowd getting into the spirit of things during Imagine Dragons' set at Leeds Festival. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
Teesside band Mouses were down a storm on the BBC Introducing Stage. Pic: Katy Blackwood.
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Moyes pleased with Djilobodji start but admits Sunderland defender needs a lot of ‘schooling’
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Summer signing Papy Djilobodji has been thrown straight in at the deep end since arriving on Wearside in an £8million deal.
David Moyes admitted that he hadn’t intended to start Djilobodji so soon, but the sale of Younes Kaboul to Watford sped up his introduction into the Sunderland side.
Moyes has been pleased with the former Chelsea man, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Werder Bremen.
The 53-year-old Scot has praised his composure on the ball and his athleticism.
But he admits Djilobodji needs a lot of ‘schooling’ and he will look to spend time on the training pitches at the Academy of Light working on his positional play.
“I think he’s like a lot of centre-halves,” said Moyes, after Saturday’s 1-1 Premier League draw at Southampton.
“I’m not sure how good [Virgil] Van Dijk was when he first came down to Southampton.
“We’re having to put our boys in when really, ideally, we’d sit them on the bench for a month or two, get them a few cup games and bring them along.
“But because of our numbers and the way it’s worked, they’re all thrown in and sometimes you judge very quickly.
“But I’ve got to say, he’s composed on the ball.
“He needs a lot of schooling, that’s what I would say.
“He needs a lot of schooling, and I’ve got an awful lot of work to do on the training ground just to get the Britishness into him.
“I don’t want to take out all his natural ability.
“He’s good on the ball, he’s got speed and a great spring.
“So I’d like to get a lot of work and it’s going to take a lot of work. The things I’m looking to do are more to get him positionally correct.
“There was one free-kick he gave away late in the game when he went in a bit fast and got caught.
“So things like that which sometimes only time in games can get you to understand it a bit more.”
Moyes took charge of Sunderland this summer after Sam Allardyce left to take the England job.
The former Everton and Manchester United boss admits it is taking time for him to stamp his mark on Sunderland’s style of play – with Moyes having to remain flexible until he gets his injured players back, plus new signings before Wednesday’s 11pm deadline.
“I’d like to tinker with it, but I just don’t think I’ve really got the players at the moment to make too many changes,” added Moyes.
“I’m trying little bits.
“We actually started with a similar shape to Southampton.
“We played differently against Manchester City, we played differently against Middlesbrough.
“So I want to be flexible, but also because of the level of the opposition often we’re having to make sure that we can stop them, and have a platform to build on until I get a level of players who I feel can make a real difference.
“It happened at Man City too – it was 1-1 there, and we conceded late in the game.
“Southampton had periods when they had lots of possession, but we limited them.
“The opening period was probably when we were at our worst. It may have been because we had a cup game in midweek, which they didn’t, so they started brighter.
“And maybe that game in midweek might even have had an effect in the last 10 or 15 minutes, because we have roughly the same group of players – we haven’t got many to choose from.”
Moyes was pleased with the full debut of new right-back Javier Manquillo, signed on a season-long loan from Atletico Madrid.
Sunderland have an option to sign Manquillo on a four-year deal after the completion of his loan spell on Wearside.
While Moyes was also happy with the contribution of fellow loanee – Adnan Januzaj – in the draw at St Mary’s.
The Manchester United winger scored the winner in the EFL Cup win over Shrewsbury Town in midweek and the Belgian showed flashes of his talent on the south coast at the weekend.
“I thought the right-back played very well on his debut, so there were some pluses,” said Moyes.
“Adnan had some great moments for us, and there were moments where you could see what a great player he is. We have to raise our quality and make sure that we are winning games, not drawing or losing them.”
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A wheelchair bound visitor to Sunderland was left with his confidence in tatters after being unable to get from one side of a housing estate to the other - due to lack of drop kerbs.
Shaun Barker has spent his life in a wheelchair after being diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a youngster.
Wheelchair user Shaun Barker, with cousin Chris Eggleston, whose five minute journey around Doxford Park took him over an hour and a half.
Stripped of the vast majority of his independence due to his condition, getting himself out and about on his own he says gave him some semblence of what it was like to live a “normal” life.
However, on a visit to Sunderland - to attend a family wedding - what should have been a short five minute trip from one side of an estate in Doxford Park to the other, took around 90 minutes.
The 27-year-old had been on his way to his cousin’s house in Ladybank from his aunt’s home at the opposite of the estate.
But, due to building works as part of a development by Gentoo being carried out, a path he would have used to make the journey was fenced off.
It was horrible seeing Shaun in that state. Chris Eggleston
Instead, he had to travel around the perimeter of the estate where he ran into difficulty due to a lack of drop kerbs giving him a safe place in which to cross the road.
Mr Barker, who lives in Portsmouth said: “It was upsetting. I had been driving around for ages trying to get to my cousin’s address.
“When I got to a place where I needed to cross the road there was no-where, where I could get off the pavement safely.
“I don’t have a lot of independence because of the cerebral palsy. But I had to phone my auntie to come and help me.
Wheelchair user Shaun Barker, with cousin Chris Eggleston, whose five minute journey around Doxford Park took him over an hour and a half.
“I just felt so deflated and upset and it’s really knocked my confidence. Having Cerebral Palsy has taken so much of my life away from me and it just felt like this was something else that had been taken away from me.”
What happened to his cousin has left Chris Eggleston angered and says while he understands building work needs to happen, provision needs to be put in place for those with disabilities and the elderly.
The 28-year-old said: “When my auntie found Shaun, he was in tears and distraught. He had been going round for ages trying to find a safe place for him to cross the road.
“He had been out for an hour and a half tryng his best before he had to phone my auntie. The journey should have only taken him five minutes.
“It was horrible seeing Shaun in that state. We are not just raising this issue because of Shaun but for other wheelchair users also.
“I understand work has to be done but they need to have provision in place for people with disabilities and the elderly when they put in alternative routes.”
Ian Porter, Executive Director of Assets and Investment Gentoo Group, said: “Gentoo is committed to providing great homes in Sunderland.
“When undertaking construction work, safety is of paramount importance, hence the closure of certain routes.
“We are happy to discuss the concerns of the visitor to the area regarding access.”
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SAFC 10 YEARS ON: Fergie on Keane’s job at Sunderland, Mocquet must wait
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Here’s what the Echo was reporting on SAFC 10 years ago today.
CATS JOB IS TOO GOOD TO RESIST – FERGIE: Sir Alex Ferguson says Roy Keane probably found the Sunderland job too good to resist, despite his lack of managerial experience.
The Irishman is expected to take over at the Stadium of Light next week and some have raised eyebrows about the fact that he has taken on such a big job for his first foray into management.
But Manchester United boss Ferguson saw parallels with his own route into management when he spoke of his former skipper yesterday.
The Old Trafford chief said: “It is a bit earlier than I thought but, in football, sometimes tomorrow never comes.
“This opportunity has come up and, if he is taking it, that thought is maybe uppermost in his mind.
“You don’t want to be out of the game too long, which is the same advice I received when I quit playing.
“Sunderland are a club with a great history. They have a fantastic support base, a good stadium and apparently, they have a fantastic training ground.
“Everything is there but it won’t be easy because no management job is these days because of the media, the agents and the amount of power the players have.”
CHIEF SCOUT LEAVES SUNDERLAND: Sunderland have parted company with chief scout Dave Bowman.
Both parties say it was an amicable decision and have wished each other the best. Bowman, who is now considering offers from three clubs, was brought to the Stadium of Light by Mick McCarthy, who he had worked with closely for the Republic of Ireland.
He led the Black Cats’ talent-spotting network, which landed the likes of Dean Whitehead, Stephen Elliott and Liam Lawrence.
But Bowman says he was unable to accept Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn’s offer of a changed role with the Wearsiders.
HYSEN GETS GREEN LIGHT, BUT MOCQUET MUST WAIT: Sunderland’s £1.7m new boy Tobias Hysen has been cleared to play in the Black Cats’ home game against West Brom on Monday.
The Sweden international winger received international clearance in time, but Frenchman William Mocquet will have to wait after his paperwork was not processed soon enough.
Hysen is likely to start the Baggies clash, possibly in front of Roy Keane, who is expected to be in the crowd but not in charge of the team.
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Daryl Murphy to Newcastle: Ipswich boss Mick McCarthy confirms signing
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Ipswich Town boss Mick McCarthy has confirmed that striker Daryl Murphy is set to join Newcastle United after accepting his transfer request.
The 33-year-old – who went to Euro 2016 with the Republic of Ireland – is at St James's Park today for the game against Brighton ahead of a proposed £3.5million move.
Murphy, a proven goalscorer at Championship level, was left out of the Ipswich squad for this afternoon's home game against Preston North End.
And after the Tractor Boys had won 1-0, McCarthy said: "It's disappointing to lose Daryl but I can understand his reasons for wanting to go to Newcastle and we wish him well.
"Murph has been great for me over the past few years but it's a good deal all round. I didn't want to keep an unhappy player."
Rafa Benitez wants another experienced, physical striker to provide back-up to Aleksandar Mitrovic.
Meanwhile, the Gazette understands that Palermo left-back Achraf Lazaar is due on Tyneside for a medical.
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What to expect from the new season at Arts Centre Washington
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Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe, a show which blends music with story-telling will form one of the highlights of the autumn season at Arts Centre Washington.
Spawned from the Cultural Spring project to boost the uptake of arts in the area, Putting the Band Back Together features Ross Millard from Frankie & the Heartstrings; Maria Crocker from The Letter Room theatre company and Alex Elliott from Northern Stage .
A scene from Key Change
Part riotous gig and part-storytelling, it’s based around the thousands of guitars and other musical instruments that are gathering dust in people’s bedrooms and haven’t been strummed in years.
Exploring the emotions within people’s relationship with music, the show won rave reviews at this month’s Edinburgh Fringe festival.
Now Washington audiences will get the chance to see the show when it’s performed at Arts Centre Washington on September 22.
It’s one in a number of top shows heading to the Fatfield venue this autumn.
Other highlights of the theatre programme include Fish Eye (November 17), a dark comedy about nosiness gone wild which tells the tale of a nosey neighbour who takes things too far when she starts spying on the people on her street.
Meanwhile Key Change (November 26) is an award-winning play based on the real life stories of women in prison. Written and made in the North East, the show has most recently been performed in New York.
There’s also plenty of theatre for children and families to look forward to including Penguin! Elephant! (October 1), a hilarious new children’s show about celebrating differences for anyone who’s ever waddled like a Penguin or stomped like an Elephant.
And The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (October 27) focuses on a young boy who fulfils his dream when he meets a real life wizard.
Live music is also in plentiful supply. Double take as Roxy Musique (September 17) pay tribute to Washington’s own son Bryan Ferry and Blackmore’s Blood (November 19) replicate the talent and sound of the former Deep Purple and Rainbow lead guitarist, Ritchie Blackmore.
The arts centre also home to the award winning Davy Lamp Folk Club, with upcoming acts including Martin Simpson (November 5) and Anthony John Clarke (December 3).
Also look out for local up and coming bands such as El Cid (November 25) who will be gracing the stage for the centre’s unsigned bands night Hothouse.
If you want to take part in the arts the centre has a vast array of classes and courses to get involved in. For adults there is watercolour classes,
community choir, amateur dramatics plus dance and exercise classes on offer.
For children, there are art classes, youth theatre (including a brand new youth theatre for 13 – 19 year olds) and even a samba drum circle.
At the end of the year, this year’s Christmas show will be Santa’s Little Helper (December 5-11), a funny festive adventure suitable for children aged three and over.
For more information on all Arts Centre Washington events visit www.artscentrewashington.co.uk or call 0191 561 3455.
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Bomb alert update: Man arrested after ‘suspicious items’ spark evacuation of South Shields street
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A man has been arrested by police after suspicious items sparked a suspected bomb alert and homes to be evacuated in a South Shields street.
Scores of residents were forced to leave their homes in Lake Avenue, Marsden in the early hours of this morning as officers and an army bomb disposal team from Catterick sealed off the area.
The response came after officers discovered what they said ‘gave the appearance of improvised explosives’ as they searched a property over an unrelated matter.
Throughout the day searches at the address were carried out by specially trained officers which are now complete.
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team carried out a controlled explosion mid-morning on an item police say was not an explosive device.
Around 61 households were evacuated and Temple Park Centre in South Shields was turned into a refuge centre to give residents refreshments.
Police have now confirmed a 38-year-old man was arrested earlier this evening in connection with the incident. He remains in custody and inquiries are continuing.
The cordon that was in place has now been lifted and residents are being allowed back into their homes.
Superintendent Brad Howe said: “First of all I would like to thank local residents for their patience during this incident, I know there has been a lot of disruption for them and I would like to assure them we did not do this without giving a great deal of thought to the impact this would have on them.
“We have been working closely with our colleagues at South Tyneside Council to try and keep this disruption minimal and to make sure there was support for residents who were directly affected by this.
“While initially it appeared there may have been suspected improvised explosive devices in the premises this has proved not to be the case and devices of this nature were not found. Other items were seized which included what is believed to be a homemade taser.”
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Wearside has a rich cultural heritage and a call has gone out for people to find out more.
There are some excellent opportunities to delve into history at this year’s annual series of Heritage Open Days.
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Sunderland City Council Portfolio Holder for Public Health, Wellness and Culture, Councillor John Kelly said: “The number of historic properties and community organisations who want to get involved in Heritage Open Day continues to grow, along with the number of events and attractions available for visitors to enjoy.
“Our community has a rich cultural heritage, and this annual event provides a great reminder of that and the opportunity for people to come along and find out more, get involved with a wide range of unusual and unique activities and celebrate our shared history and achievements.
“This year we have everything from Bowes Railway and the Royalty Theatre open day, to Hetton Smithy and Mackem Maps along with our more well-known local landmarks.”
This year’s excellent events include;
Our community has a rich cultural heritage, and this annual event provides a great reminder of that and the opportunity for people to come along and find out more, get involved with a wide range of unusual and unique activities and celebrate our shared history and achievements Coun John Kelly
* A chance to visit Hylton Castle on Saturday, September 10, from 10am to 2pm. Find out more about these remains of a late 14th century medieval fortified country residence built by the Hylton family.
* Sunderland Quaker Meeting House is over 100 years old with beautiful features from both the Arts and Crafts period and the Art Nouveau era. Get along from 10am to 5pm on Friday, September 9; or 1.30pm to 5pm on Saturday, September 10 and Sunday, September 11.
* The Minster Church of St Michael and All Angels and St Benedict Biscop dates back to c.940AD. Pay a visit from 9am to 3pm on Thursday, September 8 to Saturday, September 10; and from1 0am to 2pm on Sunday, September 11.
To find out more on the Heritage Open Days programme, visit https://www.hodstw.org.uk/
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Southampton v Sunderland LIVE: Follow all the action from St Mary's Stadium
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Sunderland are back in Premier League action away at Southampton today.
Follow our live SAFC blog here:
David Moyes' side go in search of their first league point after back-to-back defeats to Manchester City and Middlesbrough.
They go into the game on the back of the 1-0 EFL Cup win over Shrewsbury Town at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night.
Richard Mennear is at St Mary's Stadium, bringing you the very best build-up, match action and post-match reaction.
Follow our live SAFC blog here:
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Qashqais to take on the Death Star? Nissan joins forces with Star Wars for Rogue One project
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Nissan has signed a deal with Lucasfilm as Star Wars fans eagerly await the release of Rogue One.
The car manufacturing giant, which employs thousands of workers at its Sunderland plant, is one of five well-known brands including General Mills, Gillette, Nissan and Verizon to join a global promotional campaign for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, which opens on December 16.
"We are extremely pleased to be working with such a remarkable group of promotional partners for 'Rogue One,'" said Lynwen Brennan, general manager of Lucasfilm.
"This first in a series of Star Wars standalone films represents an exciting new era for bothStar Wars and Lucasfilm, and the partners joining us on this exciting journey have each designed a stellar campaign capturing the spirit and camaraderie of 'Rogue One.'"
"With their specific, custom-designed campaigns and innovative programs, the five internationally respected global brands are poised to complement the tempo and tone of the overall marketing campaign of this first-ever standalone Star Wars story."
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story will be the second Disney-made film to hit the screens since the entertainment giant took over the franchise.
It doesn't follow on from the last film, The Force Awakens, however, but is a separate standalone film set between the prequel and original trilogies.
It charts the beginnings of the Rebellion, where a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire's ultimate weapon of destruction.
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Why Jeremain Lens failed to live up to his promise at Sunderland
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Jeremain Lens arrived on Wearside last summer with a big price tag and big expectations.
He left just over a year later with a parting shot to Sunderland claiming they “would just love to get rid of me”.
But where did it all go wrong and should Sunderland fans mourn the departure of the 28-year-old Dutch winger, who will spend the season on loan at Turkish side Fenerbahce.
Lens is reunited with former Black Cats boss Dick Advocaat in Turkey, the fourth time the pair have worked together.
Advocaat brought him to the club last summer in an initial £8million deal, which had the possibility of rising to £13m depending on add-ons.
Money well spent? No.
His talent was never in question.
But his attitude, workrate and application was.
In the Premier League, you need to have the talent and the workrate to be a success, very few players manage it with only one or the other.
Lens got his Sunderland career off to a reasonable start, scoring the equaliser in the 2-2 draw with Aston Villa at Villa Park and scoring in the 2-2 draw with West Ham at the Stadium of Light – Advocaat’s last game in charge.
But his moments of brilliance were too few and far between.
Before Advocaat resigned last October, he had raised concerns about Lens’ inability to offer a helping hand defensively and that was immediately identified as a big issue by Sam Allardyce.
He earned a recall to the starting fold last January in a number 10 role.
But following the signing of Bordeaux winger Wahbi Khazri, Lens struggled to even get a spot on the bench – although he did spend a month on the sidelines with a hernia.
Had Allardyce remained in charge, Lens would almost certainly have been departing Wearside anyway this summer.
Instead he had a new manager to impress.
But Lens failed to shine on the pre-season tour of France and then Austria, with David Moyes instead opting to give youth a chance.
Duncan Watmore and Lynden Gooch were favoured for the opening Premier League match at Manchester City, with Lens not even making it off the bench.
In fairness to him, he did make a positive impact from the bench against Middlesbrough in the Wear-Tees derby defeat, helping spark Sunderland into life.
And he provided the cross that led to Jermain Defoe winning and then converting a penalty in the draw with Southampton.
But tellingly, Lens didn’t earn a single start under Moyes despite the mounting injury problems and limited options available.
Moyes wants players in his side who will provide energy and workrate for the full 90 minutes.
Ultimately the Dutch winger – who still has three years left to run on a lucrative deal – was a luxury Sunderland couldn’t afford.
Perhaps another case of the right player, wrong time?
The Turkish outfit have an option to buy Lens next summer but he is set to return to England far sooner.
In October, his new club face Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Europa League.
It would be a major surprise to see him back at the Stadium of Light next summer.
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Convicted hacker reveals how fraudsters can access your online bank accounts
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A convicted hacker has revealed how fraudsters are gaining information on bank accounts via people’s emails.
The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau is urging people across the North East not to share sensitive information over the internet.
They are also calling on people to ensure their online security is up to date.
The warning comes after officers spoke to a convicted cyber criminal.
He said: “You’ll be surprised what information people send on email. I’ve got hold of people’s bank account numbers because they have sent them on Hotmail. When I’m in someone’s email account I search for things such as invoices, PayPal receipts, online shopping and anything financial. Once I’ve got these, I’ll try and log in.”
Advice issued includes being careful when using public Wi-Fi and shared computers: watch out for suspicious emails and don’t click on any links where the sender is not recognised; use anti-virus and have a secure password.
A spokesman said: “If you receive a email from a sender you don’t recognise, don’t click on any links or download any attachments. Hackers will often try to trick you into revealing your password or downloading a virus onto your device to gain access to your account.”
If emails do get hacked the bureau is advising people to change the password, run an anti-virus scan and report it.
The National Fraud and Cybercrime Reporting Centre can be contacted on 0300 123 2040.
For advice on protecting yourself from becoming a victim of a cyber criminal go online at www.actionfraud.police.uk
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REVEALED: The 13 places in Sunderland you can see the Snowdogs art trail
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Who’ll be top dog?
It’s been revealed which locations in Sunderland will host giant dog sculptures for the Great North Snowdogs Trail.
An undecorated Snowdog at Roker
In total 60 Snowdogs will be installed across Tyne and Wear from September 19 - November 29 for the region’s largest ever arts trail, with 13 dogs, each measuring 1.5m, putting their best paw forward in Wearside.
Each Snowdog, based on the character from the Raymond Briggs story, The Snowman and the Snowdog, is being individually decorated by an artist and has been given its own name.
As well as a doggy in the window at The Bridges, there’ll be Snowdog sculptures at the Stadium of Light, Sunniside Gardens, Keel Square and more.
There will also be a pack of 95 smaller Snowdogs painted by the region’s school children forming part of the trail, which is raising funds for St Oswald’s Children’s Hospice.
Snowdog before it's been decorated at the SOL
An app will be available which will unlock special offers as you go, available at www.greatnorthsnowdogs.co.uk
For those wanting to see all of Wearside’s four-legged friends take a look at the list below so you don’t go home with your tail between your legs.
•Spocky Dog
Location: Washington Galleries
Artist: Hilary Sanderson
Sponsor: Washington Galleries
•The Snowbrador
Location: Washington Galleries
Artist: Ruby Cooper
•Luna
Location: Sunderland Minster
Artist: Geoff Chappell
Sponsor: CHUF
•Snowdog Down the Rabbit Hole
Location: Park Lane
Artist: Heather Penten
Sponsor: Sunderland BID
•How to Hide a Lion
Location: Sunderland Winter Gardens
Artist: Helen Stephens
Sponsor: Stagecoach
•Great North Polar Pooch
Location: Sunniside Gardens
Artist: Sandra Jaekel-Bothyart
Sponsor: Gentoo
•Aero-Dog
Location: Market Square
Artist: Deven Bhurke
Sponsor: Sunderland HHI
•Day of the Dog
Location: Bridges Shopping Centre
Artist: Sophie Green
Sponsor: Bridges Shopping Center
•Winter Lily
Location: St Oswald’s Shop, Blandford Street
Artist: Sarah Jane Richards
•Tails of the Sea
Location: Keel Square
Artist: Joanne Wishart
Sponsor: Primary Times
•Wonderhound
Location: Stadium of Light
Artist: Illona Clark
Sponsor: Sunderland AFC
•Forever Frozen
Location: National Glass Centre
Artist: Charlotte Mitchell
Sponsor: National Glass Centre
•Sparky
Location: Seaburn seafront
Artist: David Sith
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Final agony for Durham under-17s despite heroics from Ross Greenwell and Matthew Potts
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Durham Under-17s’ dreams of glory were dashed in the final over of their ECB County Championship A Division Cup final.
Ross Greenwell hit eight fours in 82 as Durham posted 237-9 against Surrey at neutral Kibworth in Leicestershire.
Matthew Potts (41, with four fours), Tom Hewson (31, with four fours), Liam Trevaskis (22), Scott Steel (21) and Jamie Dass (18) offered support.
Surrey edged home by two wickets with four balls to spare on 238-8, with Nathan Tilley hitting 56 and Angus Dahl 40.
Potts impressed with the ball, grabbing 4-41, while Nathan Hall took 2-31.
Durham’s U11 Development squad secured a convincing 102-run friendly win over Northumberland.
Rhys Brown hit six fours in 65, backed by Ross Whitfield (40) and Luke Duffy (17), in Durham’s 172-7. Then Callum Brown (3-7) and Rhys Brown (2-2) helped dismiss Northumberland for 70.
Durham U12s also beat Northumberland opposition, in the MCC Newcastle Hub U13s, by 104 runs.
Luke Husband (49), Oscar Usher (25), Daniel Gray (24) and Jake Pratt (23) led Durham to 185-7, with Will Perry grabbing 5-28.
Joe Snowdon (23no) top-scored in Northumberland’s reply of 81 all out, with two wickets apiece from Durham’s Theo Truss, Jake Dickinson and Ethan Dixon.
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Gene Wilder’s greatest on-screen moments
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American actor Gene Wilder has died at the age of 83.
Famous for his collaborations with actor/comedian Richard Pryor and director Mel Brooks, Wilder was perhaps best known for his performance as the titular character in 1971’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
Before that he had starred in Brooks’ Broadway spoof The Producers, for which he was Oscar nominated and went on to become one of the biggest comedy actors of the 70s and 80s.
He worked again with Brooks on the likes of Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein - earning another Oscar nod - and teamed up to huge success with Pryor for Silver Streak, Stir Crazy and See No Evil, Hear No Evil.
As tributes from co-stars, celebrity fans and ordinary cinema-goers poured in from around the world, pop culture blog i09 put together this compilation of some of Wilder’s greatest on-screen moments.
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Councillor slams 'disappointing' handling of Haven Point closure
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Leisure bosses have taken flak over their handling of the situation after a burst pipe shut down South Shields' swimming and fitness centre.
Families and other swimmers were left disappointed when Haven Point in Pier Parade closed its doors yesterday "until further notice" - and initially gave no reason for the closure.
South Tyneside Council officers later announced the closure was due to a burst water pipe. It is not yet known if the centre will reopen today.
Read more: Burst pipe forces closure of South Shields leisure centre
Independent Putting People First councillor, Lee Hughes, isn't happy with the way the council managed the situation.
He said: “It’s the last week of the school holidays and we have a multi-million pound leisure centre closed to the public.
“It has to be disappointing to all those who had plans to use it, but what is just as disappointing was the length of time it took the council to say why the centre was closed.
“I don’t know why they left people to speculate on whether the closure would last a few hours, the full day or even longer so they could make alternative plans.
He added: “I’ve never been fan of the building. This is just one more thing to add to the list of problems the centre has encountered since it opened.”
Read more: Families hit out as burst pipe forces South Shields leisure centre closure
Haven Point was officially opened by Prince William in November 2013.
The opening of the £16million leisure complex had already been set back and – when it finally did open its doors – it was hit by critisim over its glass-frontage design.
The design left swimmers exposed to passing public glare.
In its first year the centre clocked up 400,000 admissions. That didn’t stop more criticism when three of its pools were closed for three weeks for improvement work – including the replacement of tiles – a year after it opened.
The centre boasts a 25-metre, eight-lane competition pool, and features the latest hi-tech electronic scoreboard with specially designed Omega Timing.
Another feature is a moveable hydraulic floor, meaning the pool’s depth can be varied.
There is also a teaching pool, which –at 18 metres by 10 metres – is larger than the standard.
That pool also boasts a moveable floor.
The leisure facility also includes dance studios with sprung floors, and a gym with more than 80 machines which each have their own TVs, powered by the person exercising.
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Sunderland Harrier Barker pipped for third place in Watergate 5k
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Michael Barker lost out on a place in the frame in Low Fell Running Club’s Watergate 5k.
The Sunderland Harrier was handily placed during the first lap of the two-lap course, but he slipped to fourth during the second excursion.
Sunderland Harrier Jess Fox won the 3000m in the North East track and field Grand Prix
He was forced to give way to Blaydon’s Jonathan Stephens (16min 46sec), with Barker 10 seconds behind his rival.
Out in front was Tyne Bridge Harrier Terry Scott, who won in 16.14 from Jordan Bell of Blackhill Bounders.
Sunderland Stroller Mark Edwards in ninth (17.33), Jamie Collin 10th (17.36) and Andrew Forbes 17th (17.58) led the Strollers to second team place, just two points behind winners Low Fell.
Sunderland Harriers finished third. Backing Barker were Paul Merrison, second over-55, in 36th (18.17) and Tony Allinson 36th (19.25).
Stroller Ritchie Gerry was second over-50 in 38th (19.33).
Gateshead Harrier under-20 Kate Waugh won the women’s race in an overall 14th place (17.50). Sunderland Stroller Lyne Valentine was first over-60 with 21.49.
In the young athletes’ race over one lap of the 5k, Houghton Harriers provided the winners in Matthew Cleugh (7.18) and Anna Pigford (7.57).
Lily Hardie was second in 8.08. Tom Pigford was third under-11 (8.54).
At the North East track and field Grand Prix, Houghton under-17 Jack Bittlestone won his graded 200m in 24.45sec.
Sunderland Harriers’ under-20 Jess Fox and under-17 Eve Quinn were first and second females in the 3000m in respective personal best times of 10.34.84 and 11.00.06.
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'England call-up would be a dream', reveals Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe
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Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe admits it would be a "dream" to be called up to Sam Allardyce's first England squad.
The 33-year-old scored from the penalty spot in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Southampton, his second goal in three Premier League starts this season.
Defoe, capped 55 times by England, missed out on a recall to the squad for Euro 2016 but his chances have been enhanced now that former Sunderland boss Allardyce is in charge of the national side.
Defoe scored 18 goals last season under Allardyce and he has carried that form into this season, leading to calls for his first international action since 2013.
The squad is due to be announced later today.
Defoe told the Echo: "It is nice to score and it is always at the back of your mind when you score goals, that is what you get judged on.
"We will see what happens, I just want to keep working hard, keep scoring my goals."
When asked is he had spoken with Allardyce, Defoe added: "No. You have to do it right, he can't treat me any different just because he was my manager last season!
"The squad gets announced today, if I am in it will be a dream, if not, I will just continue to play well and try and get my goals.
"It is a long season, we have only had three games, there are a lot of points to play for.
"I've always said, first and foremost concentrate on my club football and then see what happens after that."
And despite his advancing years, Defoe says there is no reason why he can't be an England player again as long as he keeps scoring in the Premier League.
Defoe added: "Lets be realistic, if I am scoring goals in the Premier League then why not?
"There is no difference between Premier League and international football. If you get a chance in a game, you have to score."
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Sunderland AFC transfer news: Lens completes Fenerbahce loan, Iborra deal collapses, Mason joins Hull City
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Sunderland have been dealt a transfer blow after the move for Sevilla midfielder Vicente Iborra collapsed and Ryan Mason joined Hull City.
Sevilla had accepted a £7.7million offer from Sunderland for Iborra but the agreed deal is now off after the club and coach decided against selling their captain.
The Echo understands Iborra was keen to test himself in the Premier League and was open to a move to Wearside - where he would double his wages - despite having played in Spain all of his career.
There is often brinkmanship between clubs late in the transfer window and a deal could yet be resurrected but it looks unlikely now given Sevilla's change of mind.
The 28-year-old came off the bench for Sevilla against Villarreal on Sunday evening.
Meanwhile, Hull City have won the race to sign Mason from Spurs.
Sunderland had made a late move, with a £40,000 a week deal on the table, but the midfielder has joined Hull City instead for around £10million.
The 25-year-old has been told he will struggle for first team opportunities at White Hart Lane this season.
Mason scored the winning goal for Spurs against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light last September.
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Meanwhile, Jeremain Lens has completed his loan move to Fenerbahce where he will be reunited with former Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat.
The winger flew to Turkey last night ahead of a medical, with the 28-year-old arriving on a season-long loan with a view to a permanent deal next summer.
Fenerbahce confirmed the news when they tweeted a picture of Lens.
And finally, Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart is set to complete a loan move to Serie A side Torino.
Sunderland had expressed an interest in the England international but Hart was keen to move abroad after falling down the pecking order at the Etihad Stadium following the arrival of Pep Guardiola as boss.
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Explore the past of these historic Sunderland sites
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If it’s heritage you’re after, look no further than Sunderland.
The city is rich in buildings which are steeped in history. And the good news is, they are open for the public to find out more.
Inside the smithy's.
Chris Cordner reports.
This year’s annual series of Heritage Open Days are on the way next month.
Churches, a First World War acoustic mirror, a chance to look back on traditional shipbuilding skills, or view majestic castles, there is something for everyone.
The Heritage Open Days in Tyne and Wear project is a chance to find out more about the area’s history.
Here’s our first look at the line-up of events;
l When Sunderland came under attack from German Zeppelins, the city responded by building an early warning system.
The First World War Acoustic Mirror can be found at Fulwell, just off Newcastle Road. And it still stands today after being recently restored - 100 years on from the day the city was bombed.
It is one of only six acoustic mirrors built during the First World War that is still standing. Local history volunteers and costumed interpreters will be on hand to answer any questions when it is open from 9.30am to 4pm on Thursday, September 8.
l St Nicholas Church, in Queen Alexandra Road, is a grade II listed church was built in 1939.
It now has a complete set of magnificent stained glass windows. They were all were designed by the late Leonard Evetts and the glass came from Hartley Wood in Sunderland.
To find out more, why not come along from 2pm to 4pm on Friday, September 9, or from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, September 10.
l Another impressive church stands in Hendon.
The Parish Church of St Ignatius The Martyr is in Suffolk Street and people are invited to come and its majestic interior.
It was designed by C Hodgson Fowler and built in the Early English style, completed in 1889.
Notable features include the beautiful stained glass by Burlison and Grylls.
Come along to find out more on Thursday, September 8 from 10am to 4pm; on Friday, September 9, from 12pm to 4pm; Saturday, September 10 from 10am to 5pm; and Sunday, September 11, from 11.30am to 1pm.
l The shipbuilding industry holds a place in many people’s hearts.
Pay a visit to the Sunderland Maritime Heritage centre in Unit 2, Church Street East where traditional skills and techniques are on display in the busy boatyard.
But don’t just stand back and watch. People can have a go at traditional boat building activities such as caulking, copper roving, knots and splicing.
There will also be guided tours of the visitor centre and lots of competitions and activities throughout the days. Tea and coffee is available in the onsite cafe.
Get along between 10am and 4pm from Friday, September 9, to Sunday, September 11.
l Hetton Heritage Walk is on the way on Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11, at 10am each.
This interesting walk starts at the Hetton Centre, which is on the old site of Hetton Hall, the residence of the Lyons family.
It continues for more than a mile and takes in heritage locations along the way.
The walk finishes at the refurbished 18th century Hetton Smithy, where there will be demonstrations by the owner blacksmith John Guy. Those who take part should wear suitable clothing and footwear.
People are being urged to pre-book by calling (0191) 5262804, emailing [email protected] or by visiting www.hettonlocalhistory.org.uk.
l People can also find out more about Hetton Smithy on Saturday, September 10, and Sunday, September 11, when there’s a chance to put questions to John Guy. The event is not suitable for children under 5,and people should come along from 10am to 2pm.
Watch out for more details on the open days tomorrow.
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Sunderland forced to hunt for another goalkeeper after Vito Mannone is ruled out for three months
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David Moyes has been forced to add another goalkeeper to his transfer wish-list after Vito Mannone was ruled out for three months.
The club’s number one keeper ruptured ligaments in his elbow in training, with England Under-21 international Jordan Pickford now set for an extended run in the side.
That is disappointing for Vito, more importantly, but means we need to bring in another goalkeeper David Moyes
Moyes has backed Pickford, who kept a clean sheet in the EFL Cup win over Shrewsbury, ahead of today’s game at Southampton.
But he will have to add another keeper to his squad, with Under-23 keeper Max Stryjek the only other option.
It was originally feared that Mannone had suffered a fractured elbow, but, after the Italian saw a specialist, it has been confirmed as ligament damage.
“Football has lots of trials and we have another one with Vito – he has ruptured ligaments in his elbow,” confirmed Moyes.
“We are having a second opinion to see whether it will go in a brace or need an operation, but either way it is a minimum of three months.
“That is disappointing for Vito, more importantly, but means we need to bring in another goalkeeper.
“It is part of a footballer’s life isn’t it, unfortunately. It was the last cross in training, Joel [Asoro] just caught his arm as he was pushing the ball away.
“It is always the way, it is really unfortunate.
“We will do everything we can to get him back as quickly as we can.
“As one door closes, another opens for Jordan to show his worth.
“He has to now show he is capable of wearing the gloves and carrying it off.
“I think it can be difficult for young goalkeepers because there is a lot of responsibility and at the moment we are doing more defending than I would like as well, our goalkeeper will be relied upon and needed.
“We have confidence in him – everyone likes him.
“Can he develop from the boy everyone is talking about into the top goalkeeper everybody believes he is going to become?”
One possible option is England goalkeeper Joe Hart, who is free to leave Manchester City on loan.
But the reported £7million loan fee wanted by City, plus his £125,000 a week wages would prove a major stumbling block for Sunderland and likely price them out of a move.
Moyes refused to be drawn on Hart, adding the club needs to assess what is available in the market over the coming days.
Moyes added: “I will need to wait and see what is available in the next few days.
“We will give Jordan the jersey just now and see how it goes, it is more a case of seeing what can and can’t be got.”
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PICTURE SPECIAL: Sunderland local football teams from the past
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Sunday morning football has long been a favourite pastime of Sunderland's menfolk.
Saturday teams weren't short of would-be superstars either as lads and blokes donned their boots to live out their dreams - or at least run around a bit before it was time to go for a few pints with their mates.
Do you know anyone in this Dawdon team?
Susan Swinney has been delving deep into our photo archives to dig out some great old teamgroups from the 1980s and 1990s.
Did you play for Houghton Buffs, Sunderland Shipbuilders, the Dray and Horses, Phili Workshops, Lambton Street or Binns?
They're just a few of the teams featured in this slideshow. See if you can spot yourself, or any of your family or friends.
* We'd love to see your old team photos. Share them with us on Facebook, or email them to [email protected]
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TRAVEL + MEAL REVIEW: South Causey Inn, Stanley, County Durham
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Quirky hotel rooms are like buses.
You get used to sleeping in beige rooms, waiting for one to jump out at you. Then all the quirkiness comes at once.
Scallops at South Causey Inn
South Causey Inn doesn’t just have three unusual rooms, though, it’s got a range of out-of-the-ordinary suites, from a Captain Cook-themed cottage complete with ship’s wheel, anchor and even a bronze diver’s helmet, to a tree house suite complete with shed bed.
This independent hotel has let its imagination run wild, which stamps it firmly on the destination venue map.
For our stay we went on the buses, literally. We stayed the night in a renovated original 1960s double decker London bus.
We felt like we were in a scene from Summer Holiday as we boarded this unique hotel room, which features a space age-esque silver and black bathroom complete with roll top bath on the ground floor and a velvet-lined bedroom and lounge area on the top floor.
Fajitas
Though it’s a cleverly-executed conversion, it’s still retained its original bus features: you have to watch your footing over the wheel humps and washing your hands at the sink gives you the chance to peer into the driver’s cab.
As such, it’s not suitable for people with mobility issues and my friend, who’s a lofty 6ft2in, had to stoop on the top deck. For once, I felt smug at being vertically-challenged. Still, at least she had a hot tub in the bus’ private terrace to ease the crick in her neck.
The bus doesn’t move, of course, the only place we were headed to on our stay was the South Causey Inn bar and restaurant.
The creativity continues at this venue, which was built around a former farmhouse, and some animals remain including alpacas, donkeys and wandering chickens. Inside there’s plenty of talking points with the decor and its rural paraphernalia, from horse tack to tankards.
The bathroom in the converted bus.
It’s got the country pub friendly atmosphere to match. Though it’s actually only a stone’s throw from a housing estate, its informal ambience and lush greenery makes you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere.
There’s no airs and graces about the menu: it’s all proper hearty pub grub such as nachos, steak and kidney suet pudding, fish pie and mince and dumplings with a few more unusual pub additions thrown into the mix too.
It’s a vast menu with plenty to offer the non-residents who are lured to this corner of County Durham just for the food.
I chose the seared king scallops to start, which is one of the pricier options at £7.95. It was served on one of those slate tiles – the Marmite of serving dishes – and was a good size of four plump scallops with artful blobs of parsnip purée, chilli lime pickle and a dusting of lemon crumb.
Hot tub on the private terrace
For mains I went with an oldie, but a goodie: chicken fajitas (£12.95).
It did what it said on the tin and was just what you want from this dish: a satisfying mound of sizzling vegetables and chicken strips which you can stuff into wraps to your heart’s content.
Hats off to the drinks menu too and its Pimp My gin choice (£5.95). Per drink, it features two large goblets, four different gins including Rip Gin distilled on site using the botanicals grown in the garden, masses of ice and a range of fruits to mix in them.
If you’re looking for a venue that takes a fun approach to wining and dining: South Causey Inn and its big red bus is just the ticket.
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When the mercury soars, some gardeners enjoy the peace and calm of a cool, shady haven.
Yes, we can all crouch under the sun umbrella, but it’s just not very pretty, is it? And I’m afraid I don’t go for canvas gazebos either, even if they are practical, what with all those metal poles and coach bolts.
So how else can you create shade in a sunny spot?
Awnings are another option and can add a splash of colour if you need it. But they have to be situated in the right spot, can be expensive and if your patio is windy, they may be vulnerable.
One idea which can be effective is to train leafy climbers over an arch to create a retreat.
If you have a wooden bench, you could place some sort of arch over it and grow climbers in pots or in the earth on either side, to train up it and provide colour as well as some shade.
A light-roofed structure, such as a pergola, can also provide relief from the sun, as you can train climbers over the crossbeams, providing more hours of shade.
Pergolas are usually made from timber or metal, with a horizontal trellis laid on top.
They are usually built out from the house or a wall, often positioned directly above a patio and, as well as providing shade, they also put paid to nosey neighbours who may want to know what you’re up to. Ideal trailers to use on pergolas include sweet-smelling roses, honeysuckle or clematis.
You can buy kits from DIY stores and big garden centres consisting of timber uprights and cross pieces to put together yourself, or alternatively have a local builder do it.
If plants aren’t creating your shade, you can add colour and texture to a shady spot with hostas and ferns, heucheras and hydrangeas, adding further splashes of colour with shade-tolerant Busy Lizzies, stocks, violas and nicotiana.
Climbers which grow over a freestanding structure in the sun often do better than when planted against a wall or fence because there is no restriction of light.
If the structure - arch or pergola - is big enough, virtually any climber will be suitable, but if the gap is only small, avoid roses with sharp thorns or other bushy plants.
And remember that a combination of climbers which flower at different times will provide colour to your patio for longer and create an attractive mix. For big structures, you could train wisteria, laburnum and a late-flowering clematis.
Trellis is another useful commodity to help create shade in a sunny spot. Panels with curved tops are available to make useful screens to shelter the patio.
Arbours are another option for shade. They are open-sided structures, usually set over a sitting area in an informal part of the garden, and while they may not suit the patio area, you could always move down the garden to sit in an arbour smothered with fragrant climbers.
Remember before you start, though, to experiment with temporary shade before investing in time and money to create permanent shade.
If you have that old sun umbrella, move it around the patio to find out where it is most effective.
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WIN: VIP tickets to see Primal Scream this weekend
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One of Britain’s most influential bands will take to the stage in the region this weekend - and you could be there for free.
We’ve got a pair of VIP tickets to give away to see Primal Scream on Friday night, August 26, at Times Square, Newcastle.
The band will perform on the first night of a weekend of live music, which sees indie rockers Catfish and the Bottlemen take to the stage on Saturday night.
Fronted by enigmatic indie icon Bobby Gillespie, the group will be kicking off the weekend in true rock’n’roll style. Riding high after the release of their 11th studio album, Chaosmosis, released in 2016, Primal Scream’s hits include Movin’ On Up, Rocks, Country Girl and Come Together.
Frontman Bobby Gillespie said: “I think we’re getting better at writing songs and more confident and less self-conscious.
“We’re better at letting things flow. Whereas 20 years ago, it was painful trying to make a Primal Scream record, it was like hell. I’m clearer-headed now, I’m better expressing my feelings and what I want to say. I’m trying to make sense of my life, of the world, and I’m trying to put it into a pop song.
CATFISH + THE BOTTLEMEN by Jill Furmanovsky
“The current political climate is deeply upsetting and we’re aware of it and opposed to it and we’d like to see something different.
“It can sound an angry record, but it’s also quite a personal record. I want to write about real situations, things I feel strongly about. But I also think the music’s becoming clearer, the lyrics are clearer. Art, politics, music, the people I love are the people who care about something, who care about beauty.”
•To win a pair of VIP tickets to Friday night’s gig, which includes VIP viewing, a private bar and toilets, worth £38.50 each, answer this question: what is the name of Primal Scream’s 11th studio album? Email your answer and daytime contact number to [email protected] by noon on August 26.
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What are the key issues facing Sunderland boss David Moyes in the international break?
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Sunderland have started this season in exactly the same fashion as the last, with the Black Cats picking up just one point from their opening three Premier League matches.
But what are the main issues facing David Moyes during the two-week international break in order to avoid a repeat of another season-long battle against the drop?
1) Transfers, transfers, transfers:
Sunderland’s phone bill will be sky high this week – or at least it should be.
The summer transfer window closes in just over 24-hours time – and Sunderland are still at least four quality players short.
Ahead of 11pm on Wednesday, manager David Moyes and chief executive Martin Bain will be glued to their phones as they look to bring in another goalkeeper, defensive cover, at least one central midfielder and a striker.
And that’s before any possible last minute departures are thrown into the mix, with Everton-target Lamine Kone’s future still up in the air.
Moyes is closing in on Vicente Iborra, while the Scot has refused to rule out the possibility of Joe Hart arriving on loan. That would tick two boxes but a striker is key.
Sunderland must come up trumps in the transfer market or face the inevitable scrap against relegation to the Championship.
2) Chance to rest tired limbs:
Sunderland finally got off the mark with a good point away at Southampton, with Moyes’ side unlucky not to come away with all three ahead of the international break.
And the break from league action has come at just the right time.
Sunderland have looked jaded late on in games, with Moyes having little option but play the same players and throw inexperienced youngsters straight into three games in the space of six days.
Steven Pienaar, who was a doubt for Southampton, has barely played the past two years but has been thrown in too.
A break will do everyone good. The growing injury list remains a major concern, though.
The squad has been decimated by injuries with Lee Cattermole (hernia), Jan Kirchhoff (hamstring), Seb Larsson (knee), Fabio Borini (groin) and Vito Mannone (elbow) among those out.
Out of that list, only Kirchhoff looks to have any chance of being involved when the Premier League returns with the home game against Everton on September 12.
3) Opportunity for Moyes to hone his tactics.
Moyes has effectively been managing Sunderland with one arm forced behind his back in his opening few weeks in charge.
A threadbare squad, mounting injury concerns and transfer business set to go down to the wire has left Moyes with limited options.
“I’d like to tinker with it but I just don’t think I’ve really got the players at the moment to make too many changes,” said Moyes.
He has tweaked the system and shape of the side in the games against Manchester City, Middlesbrough and Southampton.
But the break gives Moyes the chance to hone his system and style of play at the Academy of Light with those players not on international duty or in the physio room.
4) Wrap Jermain Defoe in cotton wool:
Defoe was naturally bitterly disappointed not to have been included in Sam Allardyce’s first England squad.
After two goals in three Premier League starts, he has carried his season-saving form from last season into this. His goal against the Saints meant he has scored in six consecutive away games.
Overall, he has scored 10 goals in his last 10 appearances away from Wearside in the Premier League.
Sunderland’s survival hopes again rest on his shoulders. But he needs help. And he needs to be looked after too. Defoe missed the end of pre-season with a thigh strain.
His exclusion from the England squad was bad news for the 33-year-old but good news for Sunderland.
5) Make the most of home advantage:
What Sunderland can’t afford to do this season, is wait until the end of October to pick up their first win.
When you look back over last season, it is incredible to think that any side could go without a win for almost the duration of the first three months of the season and still stay up.
Yet, that’s exactly what they did – the 3-0 win over Newcastle United on October 25 was the first league win. They can’t risk a run like that again.
After this international break, Sunderland have a run of four league games – three of which are at home.
They face Everton (H), Tottenham Hotspur (A), and then back-to-back home games against Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion.
A key period for Moyes and his new-look Sunderland side.
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Click here to go straight to the live SAFC blog.
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Newcomers Lambton Lions revelled in a Cameron Page hat-trick as they secured a first win since joining the league.
In the first round of the League Cup, the Washington side cruised to a 5-0 success ay Quarrington Hill WMC, with Page leading the way.
Star man Michael Oliver and Ross Mitchinson also notched, with Carl Hewitson top man for Hill, who had Lee Carter sent off.
Houghton Town showed their Premier class to outgun Gateshead Last Orders 6-0, with three goals in each half.
Sub Kyle Davis bagged a couple, with Matthew Stephenson, Daniel Grant, star man Matty Weirs and Daniel Johnston also on the scoresheet. Jonathan Graham stood out for the visitors.
Houghton Chilton Lodge’s disappointing start to the season continued with a third straight defeat, 4-1 at home to neighbours Burnside WMC.
In a repeat of last season’s semi-final, Adam Hinde notched for Lodge, but Shaun Dixon, sub Neil Maddison and two-goal Callum Munro steered Burnside home. Keeper Martin Armstrong shone in vain for Lodge.
Dubmire WMC secured an excellent 3-1 victory at Ferryhill Celtic, with all the goals coming in the second half.
Stephen Donkin led the way with a well-taken penalty double, while Jed Croft also notched, from fully 30 yards.
Luke Thompson struck late on for Celtic, whose star man was Marco Linhart.
Keeper David Hartill was man of the match for Hetton New Inn, who fought hard in a 6-0 defeat at Premier champions Pelton RAOB.
Chilton WMC had to come from behind to beat Pelton Crown 4-1.
Byron Brown, Joe Cornbill, Kieran Harnett and David Gibson did the damage, with Matthew Jackson star man.
Sacriston The Shoes just did enough to pip Bishop Middleham 4-3.
Star man Ryan Westray, two-goal Ste McRobbie and Jack Moon netted for the hosts, all in the first half, with Craig Bowmer, Jonathan Hornsby and Jack Robson replying.
Chester Garden Farm ran out 7-4 winners at Lumley, but needed two late strikes to seal the deal.
Dave Lucas struck twice for Lumley, including the opener, with Ross Hughes also adding a double, but five-goal Ryan Johnson sparked the visitors, with Adam Goodyear and Scott Howe also on target.
Pelaw Grange Dogs saw off Ushaw Moor CC 2-1 after trailing to Michael Abson’s goal.
Pelaw levelled when a ball over the top was chested back by Ushaw Moor’s centre-half past his own goalkeeper, star man Jamie Robinson. Ryan Lancaster then converted a penalty winner. Paul McNally starred for Pelaw.
Durham County convincingly despatched hosts Whitehills 4-1, with Bradley Hird’s treble and a Callum Jackson strike doing the trick. Ben Reed shone.
Waldridge Park were far too good for Witton Gilbert WMC from the off and hit 14 goals before the Fourth Division visitors won the last 10 minutes 2-0!
Alan Lambert and David Calcutt struck for Witton, but six goals apiece from Adam Campbell Bell and Joe Hughes steered Waldridge through, backed by Jamie Taylor’s brace.
Hilda Park battled through, deservedly winning 3-1 at Premier side Sherburn Village.
Nick Marley fired home a low cross to put Sherburn ahead right on half-time, but Hilda repeated their impressive first-half performance to turn the game around.
Stephen Clifford shot high into the net from Jonathan Yip’s pass to level, then glanced a thunderous Yip drive just out of keeper Lee Abbott’s reach.
Hilda then sealed victory when Stephen Gregory drove home from 25 yards, with the retreating keeper only able to tip the ball into the back of the net.
Calum Johnston (2), Jamie Dalton (2), John Maddison, Glen Donaldson and Andrew Beamson all notched as Sedgefield St Edmund’s came from behind to win 7-2 at Framwellgate Moor WMC.
Lewis Coburn and Chris Pattinson had Moor 2-1 up at half-time.
Pittington edged through 2-1 at Ferryhill Community Hub.
The visitors dominated possession in the first half and deservedly led 2-0 at the break, thanks to goals from star man Alex Turnbull and John Bates.
Hub, though, rallied well, with Nathan Wall cutting the deficit. John Turnham shone, but an equaliser eluded the hosts.
Lumley Snooker Club edged out West Rainton 3-2, with Lee Walker and Chris Brown firing consolations. Keeper Clive McFeggan starred for Rainton.
Ouston Juniors were slightly flattered by their 10-2 victory against depleted Sedgefield SC, but were always comfortable.
Four-goal Nathan Morley was backed by hat-tricks from star man Matthew Cornish and Chris Pickersgill, while Lewis White hit both replies.
Fourth Division Durham Buffaloes Head fought bravely in going down 13-2 to Premier outfit Ouston Cherry Tree.
Three early headed goals set the tone, with Joshua Fryer (4), Andrew Clarkson (3), Jak Gordon (3), Josh Scott, Mark Bailes and Michael Ross all notching.
Buffaloes responded with a Sam Morris brace, including a pinpoint header into the top corner following a mazy run and exquisite cross by Paul Field.
Bowburn squeezed home 5-4 in a memorable tie at High Handenhold Bird Inn.
It was nip and tuck all the way, with a clever free-kick from Dan Coad, converted by Adam Kirk, finally setting the issue late on.
Kirk, at the second attempt after his shot hit the post, Jody White, Sean McGrail and Stephen Burke also netted for Bowburn, with Daniel Watkins (2), Jonathan Swift and Lee Johnson replying.
Bearpark WMC made life tough for New Brancepeth WMC before losing out 4-2 in extra time.
In normal time, Ryan Wilkinson’s free-kick and an Anthony Holliday strike twice had Brancepeth ahead, but Dylan Crooks and Michael Gibbons hauled Bearpark level.
Star man Adam Purvis’s 30-yarder and a Luke Stephens strike sealed Brancepeth’s victory in extra time. Stephen Robertson shone for the hosts.
Premier leaders Sacriston Cricket Club defeated battling Fourth Division new boys Grange Villa 3-0, thanks to goals from Danny O’Brien, Andrew Solan and Greg Coates, though it was 1-0 until four minutes from time.
Anthony Ward and Baudry Kwalangana were the respective star men.
Newton Aycliffe Locomotive ran out comfortable 9-1 winners against Langley Park. Liam Cooper’s treble was supported by doubles from Sonny Anderson, Corey Nicholson and Aaron Ramsbottom.
Kelvin Moore fired Langley’s consolation, with Steven Cummings star man.
In the only weekend game in Division Two, doubles from Stephen Wood and Jordan Stevens, plus a Jak Penny strike, earned Chester 18Seven Bar a 5-1 win over Bede Lodge SC.
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Seaham Parkside ran out convincing derby winners, defeating New Seaham Westlea 6-2 in the first round of the John and Pat McManus Memorial Cup.
Man of the match Michael Kennedy led the way with a well-taken hat-trick, supported by efforts from Matthew Mustard, Kevin Price and Bailey Hogwood.
Seaham The George finished up 5-0 victors at home to newcomers Sherburn United. The goals were shared around by Liam Harland, Jordan Bunts, Jack Moorhead, Ian Sinclair and Paul Henderson.
Steven Hobkirk was star man, with Ali Hassan best for United.
Hetton Social succumbed 4-1 to visitors Easington HMS Victory. Karl Powney bagged the consolation goal, with Craig Thompson star man.
Michael Coates fired a clinical hat-trick to inspire Peterlee Hearts to a 6-0 victory at new boys Grangetown WMC.
Stuart O’Hara, Carl Winstanley and David Kember also netted. Leon Duff stood out for Grangetown.
Horden Cricket Club revelled in a Daniel Gething hat-trick as they put Wingate Grange to the sword.
Kyle Johns and Reece Brymer also netted in a 5-1 away victory, while sub Michael Lee replied. Jonathan Lee was Grange’s top performer.
Joe Coulson (2), Thomas Young and star man Nathan Grainger steered Wingate Plough Inn home 4-3 at Easington Southside.
Kieran Purvis, man of the match John Brown and Connor Williams grabbed the replies, while Sean French saw red for two bookable offences.
Shotton Comrades had seven different scorers in their 7-0 demolition of Seaham Marlborough.
Man of the match Lewis McGeoch, Lewis Edwards, Richard Carr, Lliam Cockerill, Lee Johnson and Craig Williams all pounced. Adam Hepple stood out for Marlborough.
Easington Lane WMC progressed with a 4-1 success at Easington CIU.
Kevin Woods, star man Jai Young, Cole Davison and Steven Ashman all notched, with sub Craig Robinson responding.
Jack McAndrew shone for CIU, who had David Huntley red-carded.
Easington Welfare squeezed through, winning 3-2 at Peterlee Oaklands.
Star man Jay Jobson, Michael Fortune and Ian Rickaby came up trumps, with Ben Crake and Karl Arkwright replying. Anthony Longstaff was the pick of Oaklands’ side.
Premier champs Dawdon Welfare Park outgunned Murton New Hesledon 12-1 in a one-sided derby.
Kyle Middleton and Robbie Bird plundered trebles for the Green Drive side, backed by Nathan Knight (2), Paul Atkinson (2), Wes Smith and Kyle Bell, with Andrew Beer star man.
Josh Kettle stood out for Hesledon.
Murton Colliery saw off Haswell Oddfellows Arms 2-0, with Davey Gordon and Steven O’Neil on the scoresheet, James Watson starred, with Callum Price best for Haswell.
Peterlee Helford United cruised to a 5-1 win in their all-Premier tie at Horden CW Supporters.
Keith Bailey (2), Jordan Fenwick, Karl Garside and Stephen Bentley did the damage, with Jonathan Monaghan responding. Holden had sub Robert Mawson sent off.
Peterlee Catholic Club were no match for visitors South Hetton Cricket Club, who ran out 5-2 winners.
Keeper Grant Dickson starred for Catholic, whose marksmen were Jamie Kitto and sub Josh Ridley.
In the Premier Division in midweek, Aaron Coulson, Andrew Davidson and Joe Bell led Horden CW Supporters home 3-1 at Easington CIU.
John Brown (2), Josh Broom and Ian Craggs notched as Easington Southside triumphed 4-0 at Murton New Hesledon in Division One.
Jai Young hit Easington Lane WMC’s consolation in a 2-1 loss to Peterlee Oaklands.
Jack Barnes and Shane Brown netted in vain as Grangetown WMC lost 3-2 at Hetton Fox and Hounds in Division Three, with Danny Dixon star man.
Daniel Robson, Jeffery Oseni and Michael Brunning guided Fox home.
Andrew Briggs and Scott French earned Haswell Oddfellows Arms a 2-0 victory at Peterlee Central Club, while Matthew Mustard and Michael Kennedy struck as Seaham Parkside pipped Acre Rigg 2-1, Scott Jackson replying.
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Penshaw Monument is set to be bathed in a gold light to mark Childhood Cancer Awareness month.
The historic building is one of a number of key venues across the region that will be lit up as part of campaign - Glow Gold September.
The worldwide initiative is aimed at raising awareness of childhood cancer throughout September.
The campaign was started by a group of parents of children with cancer - some of whom have already lost their child to the disease.
It is being supported by children’s cancer charity CLIC Sargent and others.
CLIC Sargent Area Fundraising manager Dee Tyler said: “I am completely in awe of what the Glow Gold September campaign team have achieved. All on a volunteer basis as well.
“They have recruited venues from far and wide including the Millennium Bridge in Newcastle to Los Angeles Airport in America. They should be so proud of everything they have achieved.”
The monument will be lit up from September 5 - 12.
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A woman was airlifted to hospital after being involved in a collision with a car yesterday.
The pedestrian, who is thought to be in her 70s, suffered non life-threatening injuries in the incident, according to Northumbria Police.
The collision took place next to the Lyons Tavern, in Four Lane Ends, Houghton-le-Spring, yesterday evening.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "At 5.07pm yesterday, we received a report of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian.
"Police and the ambulance service attended, and the pedestrian was taken to the RVI by helicopter to be assessed. She is thought to have non life threatening injuries.
"The road was fully reopened by 6.30pm."
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Memories of a Sunderland department store struck a real chord with more than 24,000 Echo readers.
Our Wearside Echoes look back at Blacketts, compiled with the help of the Sunderland Antiquarian Society, brought back so many happy memories from people who went shopping there.
Blacketts store which triggered such great memories for readers.
Thousands of you took to Facebook to link to our feature about the department store which disappeared from the city scene more than 40 years ago. Blackett’s traded from 1826 to 1972.
They included readers who remembered the cash chute, others who went shopping on a Saturday afternoon for their clothes, and one who remembered the striped paper bags.
Pat Ross wrote: “I used to love Blacketts. Does anybody remember the money going off to the office along a chute, and the change coming back a little while later? As a kid, that used to fascinate me.”
Lillian Sims commented: “Thank you Sunderland Echo for nice memories. Loved looking in Blackett windows aged about five, then going into Jackie White’s market for a peas pudding dip with my mother. This was in the fifties.”
Loved looking in Blackett windows aged about five, then going into Jackie White’s market for a peas pudding dip with my mother Lillian Sims
Joan Marghani said: “Sunderland in the 60s and 70s was great, had the best stores and now they’re all gone” while Janet Teasdale loved Christmas shopping at Blacketts and said it was like Aladdins cave.
“Used to go in with my mother. Thought it was so posh.”
Jan Dolan commented: “My hubby was a Saturday lad at Blacketts and would occasionally be “lift operator”. Happy Days!”
Diane Graham wrote: “End of an era, had forgotten about the lift” while June Wintrip said: “I remember shopping at Blacketts with my mam on a Saturday and being fascinated with the money in the casing, moving fast through the tube to the office.”
Blacketts record bar.
Judith Wass said: “Loved Blacketts” while James Thompson commented: “I liked the staircase and the striped paper bags! I miss this store.”
Lynne King had particular reason to remember Blacketts and said: “Loved my Saturday job in the boutique - we got to wear all the new clothes.”
Caroline Patience Oliver commented: “I modelled for Blacketts, wish it was still here” while Linda Graham remembered “buying calvados tights, records, then getting the lift to the top floor for suede knee high boots. Class.”
Others contributed as well, including;
The china department.
Allyson Jewitt: “I used to shop there. Got some great clothing.”
Sharon Carney: “Going to see Santa,at Christmas.”
Linda Mcdonald: “Blacketts, remember it board it up.”
Elsie Drillingcourt: “Used to love going in Blacketts every Saturday.”
Our thanks to everyone who contributed their memories of Blacketts.
Watch out for more Wearside Echoes each weekday.
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If Halloween is your favourite celebration, find out what you're really made of with a trip to the Scream Factory.
The Halloween haunt, based in Teesside, has a special place in the heart of two newlyweds, who made the venture part of their big day.
Jay and Katy Tate. Picture: GASP Photo Co.
Jason and Katy Tate, who married on July 1 at Durham's Crook Hall, made the most of their wedding finery by dressing up as zombies following the celebrations.
And this truly was a ceremony with a difference.
The pair put on their scariest faces for a zombie-themed photo shoot, ahead of the attraction opening for its 2016 season, which will begin on October 21.
Jason, 29, is one of the directors at Scream Factory - a family-run venture which stemmed from the Tate family's flood restoration business.
Auditions are being held for roles at the Scream Factory this weekend. Picture: GASP Photo Co.
Now in its fifth year, the spooky shack employs more than 50 people who work on the event - and this year, you could be in with a chance to take part.
Speaking about their unique photographs, Katy, also 29, said: “People kept asking whether there was going to be anything Scream Factory related at our wedding.
"Jason had some big ideas of having zombies turn up on the big day but I put my foot down.
“Our photographer, Jade from Gasp Photo Company suggested doing a trash the dress shoot, and Jason thought that would be a good way of doing something Scream Factory related.
“It was a bit of a compromise.”
She added: "I think the pictures are really fun. It was a bizarre experience and really quite terrifying because the sets are really scary even during the daylight.
“But it was great fun, and something we will look back at forever."
Based behind Kirkleatham Museum, the Scream Factory offers two kinds of tours - so you can test yourself this Halloween. One, The Twilight Tour, is suitable for children ages 3 and up.
On Saturday, the team is holding open auditions for more than 50 acting roles available for the spooky season - which will finish on October 31, the creepiest night of the year!
Have you got what it takes?
Jay, who works alongside brother Tom, sister Leanne and dad Stephen, managing director, said: "My role at Scream Factory is usually very much behind the scenes and though I have acted on a couple of occasions supporting at the event, this was a totally different experience.
"I am really proud of what we have achieved. It’s great seeing people come back year on year and enjoying themselves. This felt like a great way to honour the event.”
For more information, and to book tickets, visit the Scream Factory website here.
The auditions are taking place from 10am on Saturday, and will be held at The Innovation Centre, Vienna CT, Kirkleatham Business Park, Redcar, TS10 5SH.
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A driver pulled over on to the hard shoulder of the A19 after his car caught light.
The 4x4 stopped on the northbound carriageway, just after Seaham, at around midnight after smoke began to filter into the car.
Firefighters from Peterlee and a crew from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene, and found the fire had taken hold of the vehicle.
The fire was put out using hose reels, with one lane of the road closed off while the area was cleared.
The driver of the car, who is from South Shields, was not injured in the incident.
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Former Hartlepool United loan defender Adam Jackson has left Middlesbrough to join Barnsley.
The centre-back spent much of last season at Pools, where he was a revelation at the heart of the defence, alongside Matthew Bates.
Pools boss Craig Hignett had hoped to bring the 22-year-old back to the Northern Gas & Power Stadium this season before turning his attention to Toto Nsiala, who joined the club from Grimsby Town.
But now Jackson has signed a three-year deal for the Championship high-fliers after the clubs agreed an undisclosed fee.
A graduate of the Boro academy, the Darlington-born defender failed to make a senior competitive appearance for the Riverside outfit.
But Aitor Karanka sent the ex-England Under-19 international to Pools, where he played 35 times in the league and cup.
Fresh from an excellent run in the Pools side, Jackson played throughout the early stages of Boro's pre-season programme, including the club's stint in Spain.
And while he did not make the cut for the Premier League, the Tykes have clearly seen something they like for their first season back in English football's second tier.
"He is ready for the challenge of the Championship," said Barnsley head coach Paul Heckingbottom, who br Pools left-back.
"His ball distribution, speed, and ability to bring the ball out from the back fits perfectly into our playing style."
Jackson will fill the gap left at Oakwell by Alfie Mawson's imminent move to Swansea City.
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