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If there can be no real comfort in managing one of three Premier League clubs fighting for a single place of safety, Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce at least knows what is needed from the final four games, starting at Stoke on Saturday. Having eased out ...

Sunderland and 9 more top May Bank Holiday weekend getaways

While the weather forecasts predict an "unsettled" Bank Holiday weekend, a study by gopili has found Brits are still looking for seaside destinations to enjoy some spring sunshine, with Sunderland alongside Bournemouth, Scarborough and Blackpool in the ...

Gigantic cat reaches final of national pet slimming contest

A greedy-guts moggy who is nearly 65% overweight, has reached the finals of the UK's largest pet slimming competition - PDSA Pet Fit Club. Jumbo Jack, hoping to lead the way for millions of overweight pets across Britain, has been selected to compete ...

Phoebe set to take the plunge for Teenage Cancer Trust

Phoebe Headley will take part in a 100ft abseil challenge in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust. 11:31 Thursday 28 April 2016. 0. Have your say. A young cancer survivor is taking a huge leap to help other teenagers. Phoebe Headley, 17, will take part in a ...

Pupil's anti-racism poem takes second place in national contest

Sharlize Sowden came 2nd in the Key Stage 3 Creative Writing Category in the national Show Racism the Red Card school competition. With teacher Carla Craig. Vicki Newman. Email. 11:28 Thursday 28 April 2016. 0. Have your say. A smart schoolgirl has ...

Girls heading for glory after netting a hat trick

Rugby players are off to national finals after winning a tournament for the third year running. The Academy at Shotton Hall under 15 girls' rugby team have triumphantly won the RFU All Schools Cup North East and Cumbria regional final for the third ...

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