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Freaky Friday Bingo 30/10 - Buzz Bingo Washington

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

Skiddle·1d ago
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Washington actor set to star in Lego's first musical film on Netflix

She’s made the big movie within a year of graduating.

Sunderland Echo·2d ago
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Pink Self Storage wins planning permission from Sunderland City Council for Washington self-storage site

Plans have been approved for a large self-storage facility near a major Wearside shopping hub.

Sunderland Echo·4d ago
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Tributes paid to 'much-loved' husband and grandad who sadly died after Washington collision

The family of David Reed have paid tribute to the Sunderland fan following his tragic death last month

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·6d ago
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11 traders you would have found at 'InShops' in Washington's Galleries in 2008

It had everything from picture framing to a pet store, household goods to fashion and wools to perfume

Sunderland Echo·2 Oct
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Christmas Party Bookings - Buzz Bingo Washington

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £11!

Skiddle·1 Oct
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Sections of A182 to close for four months for pipe works - public notice

A182 Washington Highway in Sunderland closes from October 12 for pipe works at Mount Pleasant, with diversions in place and disruption expected for four months.

The Northern Echo·1 Oct
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Washington pupils receive prestigious national award for conservation work

“What makes this award feel so special is that it was all led by the children”

Sunderland Echo·28 Sept
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South Hylton residents say Metro extension plan will "divide community in two" and call for rethink

Nexus is currently consulting with the city’s residents about the proposed Washington Metro extension plan

Sunderland Echo·25 Sept
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Washington man claims he feels trapped in home after police forced entry into property

He has made a formal complaint against Northumbria Police

Sunderland Echo·23 Sept
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Construction starts in Washington on creation of all hazards village for firefighters' training

The facility will also be available for other blue light services to use

Sunderland Echo·22 Sept
What's On

Oktoberfest - Buzz Bingo Washington

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

Skiddle·21 Sept
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South Shields man and Washington woman appear in court over street brawl charges

A South Shields man and a Washington woman appeared in court accused of brawling on Westoe Road.

Shields Gazette·21 Sept
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Annual Washington Carnival is a success as families enjoy free entertainment including magic, rides and heritage displays

Some late summer fun came to Albany Park this weekend with the return of Washington Carnival.

Sunderland Echo·20 Sept
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Bumper autumn programme in store at Arts Centre Washington

There’s plenty in store at the venue this autumn.

Sunderland Echo·16 Sept
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Washington Carnival returning with circus skills, magic shows and more

The annual event is a highlight of the Washington calendar.

Sunderland Echo·15 Sept
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Man arrested after cyclist dies in crash with black Mercedes overnight

A cyclist has died after a crash with a Mercedes on Nissan Way, Washington, Sunderland. Northumbria Police arrested a man and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

The Northern Echo·11 Sept
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Man arrested following death of cyclist in collision with car in Washington

The rider of the bike – a man aged in his 50s – was pronounced dead at the scene

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·11 Sept
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Tyne and Wear Metro extension to Washington will 'cut village in half'

Locals in South Hylton fear their area will be 'destroyed' by plans to extend the Tyne and Wear Metro line from its current end point to create a new route to Washington

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·10 Sept
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Metro to Washington funding unclear – with less than half of required money confirmed

Councillors were told on Tuesday that only £400 million has been confirmed for the Tyne and Wear Metro's extension to Washington, a project that could cost upwards of £1 billion

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·9 Sept
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Albany Primary in Washington pictured through the years in a class set of school memories

A gallery of Echo photos from 2003 to 2014

Sunderland Echo·8 Sept
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Be prepared to be wowed by this fantastic apartment in a Grade 2 listed Washington building

‘Renovated into executive apartments to accommodate spacious modern living’

Sunderland Echo·8 Sept
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Major change to plans for new Washington padel hub

Plans for a new padel hub in Washington are being scaled back after developers found existing utilities crossing part of the site.

Sunderland Echo·8 Sept
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Buzz Birthday Bash 27/09 - Buzz Bingo Washington

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

Skiddle·7 Sept
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North East MP backs 'babies bill' to ensure families get the support they need during early years

Washington and Gateshead South MP Sharon Hodgson said the so-called 'babies bill' would be a vital tool in ensuring young families get the support they need

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·7 Sept
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Washington man admits assaulting ex partner

The hearing took place at Newcastle Crown Court

Sunderland Echo·5 Sept
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84-year-old dinner lady celebrates 50 years at Washington primary school

A dinner lady is celebrating her 50th year at a Washington primary school with tea, cake and a special assembly.

Sunderland Echo·4 Sept
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BMW Sunderland joins forces with George Washington Golf Club for charity drive

Vertu BMW Sunderland has helped George Washington Golf Club raise more than £15,000 for charity after supporting two special events at the course.

Sunderland Echo·3 Sept
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Nicky passing on tricks of the property market

A Washington-based property professional with almost 40 years of experience in the housing sector is helping landlords and investors navigate the North East.

The Northern Echo·3 Sept
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Everything you need to know as new stations, images and route unveiled for Washington Metro extension

The first Metro trains are due to arrive in Washington in 2033

Sunderland Echo·1 Sept
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Three new Tyne and Wear Metro stations unveiled for 2033 Washington extension

The first images have been revealed of proposed new Tyne and Wear Metro stations at Follingsby, Washington North and Washington South, which could be open by 2033

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·31 Aug
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I'm bringing a major vintage market to my hometown of Washington with designer finds and more

Shoppers will be able to pick up some unique fashion pieces at the event.

Sunderland Echo·31 Aug
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Washington son banned indefinitely from contacting mum found in her home for a sixth time

Jamie Davison has been given yet another chance to keep his freedom, despite The Probation Service recommending he's jailed

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·28 Aug
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Plans submitted to Sunderland City Council for hundreds of new homes near Washington's Nissan plant

More than 440 homes could be built near the Nissan car plant under new plans.

Sunderland Echo·27 Aug
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Washington teens qualify for aerial hoop world championships in Prague

Two friends are getting ready to head to the aerial hoop world championships in Prague later this year.

Sunderland Echo·24 Aug
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Sunderland's Washington Academy celebrates 'significant rise' in GCSE results

Pupils and staff have been praised for a “significant rise” in GCSE outcomes.

Sunderland Echo·20 Aug
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Patients contacted as NHS Trust expand review into surgeon whose work is 'of concern'

Spire Washington Hospital confirmed on Monday (August 17) that the review into care provided by former consultant orthopaedic surgeon Leslie Irwin is continuing.

The Northern Echo·19 Aug
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Bully strangled and beat girlfriend with shoe after Barcelona scored against Newcastle

Benjamin Ypma, of Washington, subjected the woman to two assaults in two days and has now been locked up

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·17 Aug
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Have your say on Metro to Washington extension including station locations as engagement events launched

14 engagement events have been revealed

Sunderland Echo·14 Aug
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Investigation launched after second fire in 12 days at Washington industrial estate

The previous fire took place at a different commercial property on the same industrial estate

Sunderland Echo·14 Aug
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Washington fundraising brothers on a mission to find all 96 Peter Rabbits on magical trail

The brothers are on a mission to raise hospice funds.

Sunderland Echo·12 Aug
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Washington fire LIVE: Smoke seen for miles as flames engulf building in industrial estate

The incident, on the Crowther Industrial Estate, mirrors a similar which took place less than two weeks ago in the same place

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·11 Aug
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Photos of firefighters battling Washington fire at industrial estate with huge plumes of smoke

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service has sent a large response to the incident on the Crowther Industrial Estate

Chronicle Live (Newcastle)·11 Aug
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Firefighters tackling second blaze in 2 weeks at same Washington industrial estate

The cause of the previous fire remains unconfirmed

Sunderland Echo·11 Aug
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Striking new Washington exhibition explores use of colour in art

It features the work of a collective of artists.

Sunderland Echo·11 Aug
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Over a dozen new jobs as Northumbrian Water expands its Washington control room

“When customers call us overnight with a burst pipe or leak, they're not just reporting a problem, they're looking for reassurance”

Sunderland Echo·11 Aug
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Washington health and fitness club seeks to move to larger premises

A health and fitness club could move to a new home after revealing its expansion plans.

Sunderland Echo·7 Aug
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Funeral director opens new funeral home in North East town

Walker & Morrell, a funeral director serving Washington and Gateshead for more than 20 years, has expanded with a new funeral home in Leam Lane to support families across the area.

The Northern Echo·7 Aug
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'No real surprise' - Ex-international striker heaps praise on Sunderland pair

Conor Washington has lavished praise on Sunderland pair Trai Hume and Dan Ballard.

Sunderland Echo·6 Aug