Here are some of the top news stories we covered this week.
Police dismantled a cannabis farm after responding to a suspected burglary at the same address.
2. Men fined over £2000 for unlawfully disposing waste in Nenthead
Two men have been fined over £2000 for unlawfully disposing waste on a farm without a permit.
3.Hexham chosen by Loungers UK Ltd for first North East premises
A popular bar and restaurant franchise has chosen Hexham for its first North East site.
4.A1 northbound reopens after Alnwick collision at A1068 flyover
OFFICERS are appealing for witnesses after a person died on a Northumberland road.Here are some of the top stories we have covered this week.
5. Skate park on the Sele in Hexham officially opened
The official opening of an all age skate park was hailed a success.
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