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Car tyres have been slashed in ‘revenge attacks’ following the death of a teenager in Bedlington .
Police have urged the community not to take the law into their own hands as they revealed the 10 vehicles targeted were not involved in the fatal crash on Sunday.
Bethany Fisher, 19, died in a crash on Victoria Terrace in the Northumberland town early on Saturday, reportedly after a night out celebrating her birthday.
Despite the efforts of neighbours and paramedics, she died of her injuries before she could reach hospital.
Jordan O’Donnell appeared at South East Northumberland Magistrates’ Court on Monday in connection with the collision.
Now Northumbria Police have asked the community to “come together at this difficult time and not take the law into their own hands” on their Twitter account.
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Getting excited about the Tour of Britain coming to the county?

Feeling inspired to go cycling - but don’t have a bike ?

We’ve got the answer !

If you are over 18,  live or work in Northumberland and would like to cycle more but don't have a bike -  you can borrow one for just £25 a month.

The Active Northumberland adult cycle loan scheme  is a the perfect way to get  back in the saddle  without having the expense of  buying a new bicycle.

And with the school holidays underway, it’s a perfect way to enjoy Northumberland with the family.

If after the month is up you would like to purchase the bike, you will be eligible to a discount which you can pay back over spread payments. Alternatively, you can purchase a refurbished bike through our cycling partner Watbike.

Northumberland County Councillor, Cath Homer cabinet member with responsibility for leisure said:

“ With  less than a month to go until  the Tour of Britain, the UK’s  biggest cycle race passes through the county,  excitement around the event and the sport is starting to build.

“ Cycling  is an activity that can be adapted for all ages and fitness levels.  It is also
growing in popularity. Many people are getting on a bike for the first time, and those who already cycle are cycling more often.   We hope the arrival of the Tour and our bike loan scheme will inspire more people in Northumberland to cycle more often. ”

Cycles can be loaned from Prudhoe Waterworld, Blyth Sports Centre or Concordia in Cramlington.  To find out more log on to www.activenorthumberland.org.uk or call 01670  542222 . You will need proof of your address and photo ID to hire a bike.

Watbike in Ashington also hire out bicycles for £25 for 10 days. Tel 01670 522111
 
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A new, FREE online VIP  club has been launched for people who want to get the inside track on the Tour of Britain cycle race which  will be speeding  through Northumberland  in just two weeks time.

Members of the Tour of Britain VIP Club will be the first to find out the latest race news, entertainment and view interviews  while also being  in with a chance of  winning  some great  prizes.

Those joining the group will have the opportunity to enter into a prize draw  to win a 3 night break for 4 in one of Kielder Water & Forest Park’s beautiful lodges and VIP passes for the start and finish of the Northumberland stage of the Tour will also be up for grabs.

On Monday September 4, the Ovo Energy Tour of Britain, the UKs biggest and most prestigious cycle race will arrive in Northumberland

The county is hosting an entire stage of the race including an exciting start in the heart of Kielder and a dramatic finish on the coast at Blyth. It will pass through 28 communities covering 211 kms along its route through the county.

Northumberland County Council has worked closely with race organisers Sweetspot, start sponsors Northumbrian Water and finish sponsors Blyth Town Council to bring the race back to Northumberland. It was last here in 2015.

Northumberland County Councillor, Cath Homer, cabinet member with responsibility for leisure said: “There is a great amount of local interest in the Tour of Britain.  Our VIP group aims to bring residents together to share stories, highlight community events and activities and enable us to provide all the latest information about the race and the route.”

To claim free membership to the Tour of Britain VIP Club, visit nlandvip.club and join this free facebook group.  
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A man accused of causing the death of a teenager by dangerous driving has been remanded in custody.
Jordan O’Donnell appeared in the dock at South East Northumberland Magistrates’ Court on Monday.
The 20-year-old is alleged to have been driving a silver Ford Mondeo car when it crashed into other vehicles on Victoria Terrace, in Bedlington, killing 19-year-old passenger Bethany Fisher.
O’Donnell, of Waverley Court, Bedlington, made his first appearance in court after being charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, failing to stop at the scene of an accident and failing to report an accident.
Wearing a grey tracksuit, he spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address during the hearing on Monday.
Because of the seriousness of the death by dangerous driving offence, no pleas were taken to any of the four charges.
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A 20-year-old man has been charged with causing the death of Bedlington teenager Bethany Fisher by dangerous driving in an early-morning crash.
Jordan O’Donnell of Waverley Court, Bedlington, is accused of causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, failing to stop at the scene of a collision and failing to report a collision.
Bethany, 19, was killed in the early hours of Saturday morning, reportedly after a night out celebrating her birthday.
Despite the efforts of neighbours and paramedics, she died of her injuries before she could reach hospital.
A second woman, who was also hurt in the crash, remains in hospital in a stable condition with what police say are “serious but not life threatening injuries”.
Two other men, who were arrested on Saturday, have been released and will face no further charges.
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A teenager was killed in a car crash while out celebrating her birthday.
Tributes have today been paid to the 19-year-old, who has been named locally as Beth Fisher, as a neighbour told how he desperately tried to help after the smash.
The nursery nurse was fatally injured when the car she was in hit several parked vehicles and a tree in Bedlington, during the early hours of this morning.
Another woman was seriously injured and remains in hospital.
Police have arrested a 17-year-old boy and two 20-year-old men in connection with the collision, which happened on Victoria Terrace.
And today as officers continue to question them, on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, a dad has revealed how he tried to help the casualties om the aftermath of the smash.


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