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Remembering wartime with granny
Mary Grant, from Bishop Auckland, is inspired by her grandchildren to write about how World War II affected life in the North East.

Angela Middleton Christmas with dad in Afghanistan
Sgt Leo Middleton is on a six-month tour of duty in Afghanistan with 39 Regiment, Royal Artillery. His family explain what it's like to have Christmas without dad.

Nick Barnes Sunderland bid is 'massive boost'
BBC Newcastle's Nick Barnes predicts that a World Cup in England will have immeasurable benefits on Wearside.


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