Here is the top stories of the week.
1. Pennines Wildlife Centre recovers seven animals from pen in Cumbria
SEVEN animals have found a new home at a rescue centre thanks to a pair of animal lovers.
2. Sanderson Young estate agents close Ponteland office
ESTATE agents Sanderson Young has closed its Ponteland office as part of a restructuring of the company.
3. Henry Robert Hairdressing Ponteland to close after more than 30 years
A POPULAR Ponteland hairdressing salon is to close its doors after more than 30 years in business.
4. Vacancy on Prudhoe Town Council after councillor failed to attend
A SEAT has come up on Prudhoe Town Council after a now former councillor failed to attend meetings.
5. Go North East introduces 682 service from Hexham to West Woodburn
A NEW bus service in Tynedale is set to be introduced this weekend.
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