We've rounded up the 10 most read stories on the Hexham Courant website this week.
1) ITV's crime drama Vera to return for filming in Northumberland - here's when
The cast of the detective series were spotted filming in Corbridge earlier this month, and on Friday, they were back in the Tyne Valley again.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19267159.vera-cast-returning-area--/
2) Northumberland road set to close for two months this Autumn
A busy road in rural Northumberland is set to close for two months this Autumn.
The closure will allow Northumberland County Council to carry out essential maintenance and refurbishment.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19249417.northumberland-road-set-close-two-months-autumn/
3) ‘It’s a kick in the teeth’ – Pub owner hits out after dine and dash incident
The owner of a Northumberland pub hit out at two people who allegedly dined and dashed last weekend.
The matter has been reported to Northumbria Police.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19267185.northumberland-pub-owner-hits-dine-dash-incident/
4) 16-year-old arrested in Tyne Valley town - police confirm
A 16-year-old was arrested on suspicion of a public offence order.
They have since been released under investigation.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19257721.16-year-old-arrested-prudhoe/
5) See inside: Stunning four bed farmhouse for sale in Tyne Valley
A four-bedroom farmhouse is up for sale with a guide price of £1,475,000.
There are two attached holiday cottages.
6) Village rat infestation blamed on rubbish
Residents of a Tynedale village have got unwelcome visitors moving into their gardens.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19235810.rat-infestation-northumberland-village/
7) Vera tour will show off the county
A tour company is offering day trips to see the filming locations of the much-loved drama.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19254268.vera-tour-will-show-off-northumberland/
8) Paedophile who spent 50 years abusing children faces jail
A paedophile who spent 50 years subjecting young boys to a campaign of sexual abuse is facing jail.
He will face sentencing on August 13 at Newcastle Crown Court.
9) New rooftop terrace to open at town’s popular restaurant this summer
A popular restaurant is adding a rooftop terrace which will have views over Hexham, including of Hexham Abbey.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19251539.new-rooftop-terrace-towns-popular-restaurant/
10) 'He was a keen countryman' - Family complete walk in memory of much-loved shepherd John
Tributes have been paid to a much-loved shepherd who has died recently following a brain tumour.
https://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/19248975.family-complete-walk-memory-much-loved-shepherd-john/
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