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Pc Blakelock Arrest over Pc Blakelock murder
A man is arrested on suspicion of murdering Pc Keith Blakelock, of Sunderland, during riots in London in 1985.
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Boudewijn Zenden Break can aid Sunderland - Zenden
Sunderland midfielder Boudewijn Zenden believes Saturday's break for the FA Cup will benefit the players as they seek to end their winless run.
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Beth Young gymnast is Olympic hopeful
A young gymnast from County Durham is hoping to re-qualify for the Great Britain Olympic squad.
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Gascoigne held in second incident

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A department store in Sunderland will host a new exhibition of poetry
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