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Neighbourhood officers gave their support to the NSPCC's recent Big Board Game charity fund-raiser event.
Police took the initiative into care homes in the Bedlington area and invited older residents to take part and play their favourite board games while raising cash for a good cause, on March 31.
PC Mark Adamson from Bedlington Neighbourhood Team said: "We regularly visit care homes to offer crime prevention advice to our older residents and this charity initiative was one we wanted to support and felt older people would be keen to get involved too. They also had a lot of fun doing it, which was a great bonus.
"We're really pleased that we've surpassed our target of raising £500 for the NSPCC, by organising public events for the Big Board Game Day within libraries, shopping centres as well as care homes.
"Our police colleagues also put in a great deal of time and effort, they really rallied round and helped to get community support and also got involved by playing board games during their meal breaks to help reach our target.
"I'd certainly encourage people to give it a try next year."
Jackie Dawson Community Fundraising Manager for the North East said “Big Board Game Day was again a fantastic day for everyone who took part; with thousands of people coming together around the country to raise money for the NSPCC.

“Having Northumbria Police involved was fantastic. We would like to thank everyone who took part and donated during Big Board Game Day. Without donations from the public we wouldn’t be able to do the work we do to help children.

“Just £4 can pay for a child’s call to be answered by a trained Childline councillor; if you would like to fundraise for the NSPCC visit www.NSPCC.org.uk/fundraising.”

Officers during a care home visit
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A man has been charged following a fire at a block of flats in Newcastle over the weekend.
At around 8.30am on Sunday (7/5) police received a report of a fire at a block of flats on Haydon Close in Gosforth.
Emergency services attended and the fire service were able to quickly bring the fire under control and contain it to one address.
Nobody was injured and none of those evacuated required any medical treatment. There is also no link between this incident and the fire at a church in Whitley Bay on Saturday evening.
An investigation into the incident was launched and a 28-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident.
The man, who lives on Haydon Close, Gosforth, has now been charged with arson with intent to be reckless whether life endangered, criminal damage and threatening behaviour.
He will appear before Bedlington Magistrates Court this morning.
If you have any information about the incident you can still contact police on 101 quoting log 308 07/05/17.
Bedlington Football Club
Congratulations to BEDLINGTON TOWN FC VIPERS u10s on winning the Filey Cup 2017.  Our region was well represented in this national competition with teams from Cramlington Juniors and Ashington.  
Following on from their success in Filey 2016 it was Bedlington Town FC who once again lifted the main trophy.
Congratulations to Bedlington player Luke who also picked up the prestigious Player of the Tournament award. Well done to all of the team. 

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Three teenagers will appear in court today charged with a string of offences following a rooftop stand-off over the weekend.
At around 8am on Sunday we first received a call that some teenage boys had climbed onto the roof of a property in Westerhope, Newcastle.
The teens then threw objects at members of the public and police officers who had gathered below.
It caused a significant amount of disruption and damage to the local community as well as redirecting a large number of our resources.
Two of the males - both aged 16 - were arrested following the incident. A 17-year-old male was taken to hospital for treatment to minor injuries sustained in a fall but was later arrested.
Now all three have been charged with a string of offences including affray, criminal damage, theft from motor vehicle, resisting arrest and an assault of a police officer.
The males - who cannot be named for legal reasons - will appear before Bedlington Magistrates Court this morning.
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Collision in Bedlington

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Police are appealing for witnesses following a one vehicle collision in Bedlington.
Officers received a call at 4.42am on Thursday, April 20, that a car travelling on the A193 had left the road on Attlee Bank in Northumberland.
Emergency services attended and found the vehicle a Renault Megane, had for reasons yet to be established, gone through a barrier and down an embankment and entered the river approximately 50 feet below.
The car contained an 18-year-old male driver, the sole occupant of the vehicle, who was rescued from the vehicle by emergency services. He was taken to NSEC Hospital at Cramlington with injuries, his condition is described as stable.
The A193 road was closed to enable the casualty to be dealt with and the vehicle removed, and was re-opened by 9.30am.
It is believed that the collision occurred sometime before the incident was reported to police and officers want to hear from anyone who was on that stretch of road from midnight onwards who may have witnessed the incident.
Police are appealing for witnesses anyone with information is asked to contact Motor Patrols on 101 quoting reference 111 of 20/04/17.
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Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a serious assault in Newcastle over the bank holiday weekend.
At around 7.20pm on Saturday, April 15, a 29-year-old man is believed to have been seriously assaulted on Wilfred Street near to the Byker Bridge.
He made his way to the underpass under the Swan House roundabout where he was found injured at around 8.50pm.
Emergency services attended and the man was taken to hospital where his condition is still described as critical.
Officers continue to investigate the incident and police have now appealed for any witnesses to the assault to get in touch.
A 38-year-old man has been charged with a section 18 assault and criminal damage and appeared before South east Magistrates Court in Bedlington on Tuesday morning.
He will next appear before Newcastle Crown Court on May 16.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that may help the investigation, should contact police on 101 quoting log 1190 15/04/17 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Northumbria Police is set to take on its youngest ever recruits as the force launches Northumbria Mini Police.
The scheme will see Year 5 primary school children given the opportunity to work with their local police officers and volunteer police cadets to learn more about policing.
School children have been selected from participating schools to join the scheme where they will learn more about a host of topics such as crime prevention, water safety, healthy relationships and online safety.
The Mini Police will work with their mini police team to carry out work in the community, for example carrying out surveys with residents, as well as attending some of the events police get involved in throughout the region.
And, to say thank you for their hard work they will be given the opportunity to visit the many different departments within the organisation. They will get the chance to meet Northumbria Police horses and police dogs, as well as see behind the scenes at a police station, visit custody cells and visit the communications centre - which for many is their first point of contact with police.
Today, to launch the scheme three spectacular events will take place across the force where the Mini Police will receive their uniforms - all delivered in a unique way.
In South Tyneside, the base for Northumbria Police's Marine Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) - Viking Park in Jarrow - will play host to Laygate Community School in South Shields and St Mary's Primary School in Jarrow where police divers from the Marine NPT will travel along the River Tyne on their police rib to make the special delivery.
The event will be attended by Chief Constable Steve Ashman and Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Dame Vera Baird.
The children will be given the opportunity to see the dive centre and try on some of the equipment the team uses.
In Newcastle, Etal Lane Police Station will host Westgate Hill Primary, Thomas Walling Primary and St Bede's RC Primary schools where they will be met by Police Dogs delivering their uniforms.
And, in Bedlington, St Columbus Primary in Wallsend and Riverside Primary in North Shields schools will receive their uniform on horseback from Northumbria Police's mounted section.
The Mini Police scheme was first launched by Durham Constabulary in 2011, following its success it was adopted by Merseyside Police last year, now Northumbria is excited to be launching its own scheme.
Chief Constable Steve Ashman said: "This is an absolutely fantastic scheme. We've had a Volunteer Police Cadet scheme in Northumbria for some years now and I'm immensely proud of all of our cadets and the work they do, I know they will play a crucial role in delivering the scheme and Mini Police will build on the success of the cadets.
"In fact, the cadets presented the Mini Police scheme to me a few months ago and I was hugely impressed at their conduct and professionalism. They gave a compelling presentation on how the scheme could be utilised in hard-to-reach communities, and for a group of 14-year-olds to stand up and present to a room full of police officers and staff was very impressive.
"I'm absolutely thrilled we're now going to have a scheme that takes in a younger age group and am looking forward to meeting our Mini Police and hearing about their progress."
Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, Vera Baird DBE QC, said: "This is a brilliant opportunity for children to engage with their local communities and learn more about the role our police officers have in tackling crime and helping people who need it. They’re already showing great enthusiasm and I’m sure they will have lots of fun along the way. I hope for some of them, this is only the start  and that this project will inspire a future career with Northumbria Police."
Superintendent Sarah Pitt is a driving force behind Northumbria Police's Citizens in Policing agenda and has been integral in the Mini Police scheme from the start.
She said: "We're very excited to be launching our Mini Police today, the scheme provides a great opportunity for young children to learn about their own safety, their role within their community and how the police work with the community. It will give youngsters a voice to say what matters to them and help them to influence people around them in a positive way, not only that it will give them an insight into policing and the work we do and help give them a sense of citizenship. It will highlight the contribution they can make in our communities to make it a better place and hopefully will help them choose the right path in the future.
"Of course, there will be time for fun too and they will be able to get involved with some of the fantastic events that are held throughout the region and visit some of the different departments across the force."
Mini Police will be recognisable by their uniform consisting of a cap, waterproof jacket and hi-viz vest.
Newborough School in Hexham will also be joining the pilot and hosted an event at the school on Wednesday (April 5).
The scheme is currently being piloted in eight schools across the region. Any schools interested in participating once the pilot is complete should contact Northumbria Police's Sergeant Nicola MacGregor on 101 or email: nicola.macgregor.17@northumbria.pnn.police.uk
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Police investigating incidents of indecent exposure in Northumberland have released an image of a man they want to trace.
The incidents took place last week in Seghill, Seaton Delaval, Seaton Sluice and Bedlington Station areas.
Officers have an image following an incident on Tuesday, March 28, at 3.30pm at Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval.
The man pictured was in the area at the time and may have information that could help with the enquiry.
Officers are carrying out enquiries into these incidents and are appealing for the man pictured to get in contact.
The man or anyone who recognises him is asked to contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 767 280317 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Police are appealing for information following four incidents of indecent exposure in the Seghill, Seaton Delaval, Seaton Sluice and Bedlington Station areas of Northumberland.
The first incident happened at 3.51pm on Tuesday, March 28, on Elsdon Avenue, Seaton Delaval, where a man exposed himself to two girls aged 14 on their way home from school. 
The second incident occured the same day in the park at Deneside, Seghill at around 3.30pm. A man is alleged to have exposed himself to another 14 year old girl walking home from school.
The third incident occurred on Wednesday, March 29, at 5.30pm near to the bowling green between Collywell Bay Road and Beresford Road in Seaton Sluice. A male matching the description from the previous day again exposed himself to a 15 year old girl.
The fourth incident occurred in a park on Bank Top in Bedlington Station at 7.15pm on Wednesday, March 29 . The same male is again alleged to have exposed himself to young girls in the park.
The man is described as wearing a red or maroon jumper or jacket and aged around 60.
None of the victims were harmed but have been left shaken by the offence.
Officers are carrying out enquiries and believe that the same person could be responsible for all  incidents.
Anyone who has information that may help is asked to contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 767 280317 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Neighbourhood officers in Bedlington are lending their support to the NSPCC's Big Board game charity fundraiser on Friday March 31.
They are urging others to get on board and shake a dice all in aid of a great cause.
PC Mark Adamson and his team are visiting care homes in the area this week and asking older residents to get their favourite board games out of the cupboard and spend a few hours playing and raising funds.
The NSPCC is the leading children's charity fighting to end child abuse. The charity helps children who have been abused to rebuild their lives, protects those at risk and works to prevent abuse.
PC Adamson said: "We've got some great contacts with people of all ages and we regularly pop in to visit older people in the community with crime prevention and other advice. It's good to call in have a chat and encourage people to take part in a worthwhile event which helps others.
"It's also a good way to get to know people and engage with them in a positive way too."
PC Adamson is also encouraging his colleagues to get involved in joining in during their meal breaks to support the cause.
NSPCC Director of Fundraising, Nigel Spencer, said: “Big Board Game Day has become an annual highlight for us with thousands of people across the UK temporarily downing tools to play their favourite games with friends, family, work colleagues and classmates.
“We are delighted that so many ‘gamers’ will be involved again this year and urge anyone who is interested in participating on Friday (March 31) to download our free fundraising pack ASAP.
“We are exceptionally grateful for all the donations that will be made, no matter how big or small. Every penny raised will be put towards protecting children and young people from abuse and helping those who have fallen victim to get their life back on track.”
Anyone who want to support the charity and make a donation can go to www.justgiving.com/fundraising/NorthumberlandNPT
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