The cardigan is fluffy and cosy for those colder spring days.
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As spring starts, you might be packing your winter wardrobe away and wanting to add some more colourful pieces to your outfit rotation. You could treat yourself to some new clothes in time for the new season to freshen up your style.
Tesco’s clothing brand F&F has just released the F&F Knitted Fluffy V Neck Cardigan in Blue that is a useful layer to have in your wardrobe. The cardigan also comes in two other colours, burgundy and mink, ideal for spring.
The cardigan has been designed with a “classic V neckline and button up fastening” and has “ribbed cuffs” for a “neat finish”. The cardigan is currently being sold for £22.50 and can be worn as a top or layered over a camisole with jeans for a simple yet stylish look.
The fluffy cardigan was posted on the Tesco F&F Instagram page, which currently has 886K followers. The post was captioned: “Ready for the weekend coffee date with the girls.”
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If you want to get your hands on this cardigan or anything else from the brand’s collection, you can go to the Tesco website to browse all of its pieces. You can also go in person to a Tesco store with a clothing department.
If this cardigan is not quite in line with your style, Boden has some other options to choose from. There is this Valeria Crochet Trim Cardigan, which has a cute flower print on it, or this Emilia Cotton Crew Cardigan that reviews say is “extremely good quality and very well made”.
MOSCOW (AP) — An unidentified assailant detonated an explosive device next to a patrol vehicle in Moscow early Tuesday, killing himself and a police officer, and leaving two other officers injured, officials said.
The attack happened minutes after midnight near the Savyolovsky Train Station in the Russian capital’s downtown, according to Moscow’s branch of the Interior Ministry.
It said the assailant approached a traffic police vehicle and detonated an explosive device, killing an officer on the spot and injuring two others, who were hospitalized.
Russia’s Investigative Committee said it has launched a probe into the attack. It didn’t name the assailant or give any information about his possible motives or any further details.
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The attack came on the day marking the fourth anniversary of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to send troops into Ukraine.
There was no damage to the bridge, allowing train services to be resumed
One of the “most bashed” bridges in Britain has been struck again by a lorry. Cambridgeshire Police were called at midday today (Monday, February 23) with reports that a vehicle had struck a bridge on Station Road in Ely.
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The back of the lorry had been ripped off the vehicle after it got stuck under the bridge. The police made no arrests and no one was injured during the incident.
The lorry has now been recovered. Network Rail confirmed there was some disruption to rail services while a team inspected the bridge. Train services were resumed at 12.30pm after no damage was identified in the bridge.
An earlier Freedom of Information (FOI) submitted by CambridgeshireLive to Network Rail revealed the bridge had been struck 80 times over the last five years. In October 2025, the bridge was hit three times within one week.
A Network Rail spokesperson said: “We received reports of a vehicle hitting the bridge at Station Road in Ely around 12 pm today which resulted in some disruptions to the train services, our teams immediately attended the site and after thorough inspection no damage was identified in the bridge, which allowed us to safely resume the train services by 12.30 pm.”
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A spokesperson for Cambridgeshire Police said: “We were called at about midday today (23 February) with reports a vehicle had struck a bridge on Station Road, Ely.
“Officers attended, no injuries or arrests. Highways and Network Rail are dealing and I believe the van has now been recovered.”
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Today’s Quarter Moon brings whatever needs to be addressed into the spotlight. There’s no shying away from big things today.
Sagittarius, Aries and Gemini, amotions will spur that you didn’t expect. Whether your relationships with others or yourself, don’t be afraid to confront hard truths.
The cosmos is feeling bold today, so make sure you follow suit. Bravery may nit come easily, but it is necessary.
Ahead, you’ll find all the star signs’ horoscopes for today: Tuesday February 24, 2026.
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Want action? The universe may be responding with riddles and feelings. Today’s lunar checkpoint lights up your communication zone, urging you to pause, reflect and rethink that impulsive text. Emotions and logic are both in the mix, so be curious, but give your instincts a vote too. Not every question needs an answer. And you’re not off track – you’re just mid story.
A push-pull between practical priorities and idealistic visions shows up today. Feel conflicted between what makes sense and what speaks to your soul? Financial matters, self-worth or values could come up for review, so are you investing your time and energy wisely? Don’t rush decisions, instead try to explore your options. A thoughtful pause now saves headaches later.
The Quarter Moon shines a light on you and the many versions of you currently debating in your head. You’re buzzing with thoughts, ideas and plans, but it helps to feel first, then act. Career or life direction may seem vague, but certainty is found by staying open. Don’t rush to define it all, instead let the questions breathe. For now, emotional insights are just as important as strategies.
Does your inner world feel stirred up like a teacup in a storm? Your mind may be racing, your feelings surging and insight seems out of reach. Old emotions, spiritual questions or behind-the-scenes worries may bubble up, but don’t ignore them. This is a day for reflection, not reaction. Trust your intuition even if it talks in riddles, as the detour can often lead to the real destination.
Part of you wants to charm the crowd, lead the group meeting and juggle big ideas, while the other part craves a soulful moment alone with your thoughts. This is a day to check if your social circles and ambitions truly reflect your deeper desires. Be relaxed and curious about your plans and leave them open to revision. Magic happens when your deeper truth aligns with your words.
Today’s lunation highlights issues between your career ambitions and personal connections. You like to be in control, but emotions and other people may not play by your rules. The Sun invites caring and flexibility, while the Moon stirs restless thoughts about your path and purpose. The result? You don’t need all the answers, just the right questions. Loosen your grip a little.
Cosmic messages for Cosmic messages for Virgo today
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September 24 to October 23
Is your inner philosopher looking for some action? You may be caught between wanting clarity and floating through fog, seeking truth, yet distracted by shiny thoughts and emotional detours. Work, wellness or routines can feel off sync, asking you to zoom out and realign. Let go of overthinking and trust your deeper knowing. Today isn’t about perfection, it’s about perspective.
Your emotional depths may be stirred up but analysing it all logically could be impossible. Feel torn between diving into desire and pulling back for an overview, especially in matters of intimacy, creativity or trust? It’s a tug-of-war between vulnerability and detachment, so let it be both. Talk it out, feel it through and don’t rush resolution. Go for soulful edits, not final drafts.
Today’s Quarter Moon spotlights relationships and the balancing act between head and heart. Conversations may twist like storylines and emotions bubble beneath witty banter. You desire connection, but also space. The Sun pulls you inward towards home and feeling, while the Moon stirs up dialogue and diversions with others. Let instinct translate what logic can’t quite grasp.
Today is like a celestial check-in between doing and being. Your to-do list may be overflowing, but your soul is whispering, ‘Relax, please.’ You’re juggling work, wellness and emotional static, and trying to stay productive while navigating a sea of subtle feelings. No need to micromanage it all. It’s not about conquering the mountain, but about adjusting your footing.
The Moon in Gemini squares off with the Sun in Pisces, causing a skirmish between light-hearted fun and deeper meaning. Your creative spark is lit, but so is your sensitivity around self-worth and values. You may feel torn between expressing yourself freely and second guessing whether it truly matters. And it does. You’re busy collecting stardust for your next masterpiece.
The dance between your inner world and outer demands is highlighted. You may be feeling everything, yet the world is asking for answers, emails and small talk you’d rather skip. Home, family or emotional comfort can tug at you, even as your mind races with decisions. Make space for stillness and let feelings inform facts. You’re not being moody, you’re just recalibrating.
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Call the Midwife welcomes back one much-loved family as Sister Monica Joan battles chronic kidney disease in upcoming BBC episodes.
Angie Quinn Screen Time Reporter
00:01, 24 Feb 2026Updated 00:17, 24 Feb 2026
Call the Midwife is set to welcome back a beloved family, much to fans’ delight.
Recent episodes of the BBC One drama have shown Sister Monica Joan (Judy Parfitt) experiencing a worrying decline in health, leaving her companions at Nonnatus House deeply troubled.
The GP then delivered the devastating news, “Unless we can persuade her to accept what treatment there is, she’ll progress to end-stage renal failure fairly quickly”, whilst also indicating her condition has worsened swiftly.
Previously, Sister Monica Joan had made remarkable recoveries from health complications, but this time, a telling remark from her, “Maybe I do not care to go on for a long time”, seemed to signal her declining will.
In forthcoming scenes, airing during episode 8 on Sunday, 8 March, Sister Monica Joan reunites with Bernie Mullocks (Christopher Reilly).
The cherished Mullucks family first appeared during series 5 before making a return in series 6 as part of the continuing Thalidomide storyline, reports the Mirror.
Who are the Mullucks family in Call the Midwife?
In 2016, Rhoda Mullucks (Liz White) delivered a daughter, Susan, who was born with complications after taking medicine prescribed by Doctor Turner. At delivery, the midwives quickly discovered Susan had been born without fully formed arms and legs as the infant struggled for breath.
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Rhoda and her partner, Bernie, were taken aback by the turn of events but committed themselves to providing the finest possible care.
The programme revisited the Thalidomide scandal 18 months after Susan’s arrival, as Dr Turner assisted in fitting her with artificial limbs ahead of starting nursery school.
Bernie struggled to come to terms with Susan’s condition, and even departed a meeting as his eyes welled with tears.
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Through the years, Bernie transformed from loathing his child he once heartlessly labelled a “monster”, to becoming over-protective, fearful she would face mockery.
In 2022, the Mullucks family returned again as Rhoda and Bernie welcomed another baby into their loving family. Their journey with Susan continued as the couple’s psychological well-being was also examined.
In an advance glimpse of the Call the Midwife episode, Bernie sits alongside his wife, Rhoda, as she rests in a hospital bed. The pair clasp hands whilst appearing dishevelled, though the reason for Rhoda’s hospital admission remains uncertain.
In another preview, Bernie is shown wheeling a fragile Sister Monica Joan through Poplar’s streets, clutching a bunch of white blooms.
Bernie and Sister Monica Joan also attend church together, though what currently reunites the pair remains undisclosed. The BBC drama has also unveiled an image of Sister Monica Joan lying in bed, eyes shut, with her arms at her sides.
Could this spell the end for the beloved sister? Audiences will have to stay tuned to discover what fate has in store for Sister Monica Joan.
Call the Midwife airs Sunday at 8pm on BBC One and iPlayer
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Series 7 will relaunch the hunt for villain ‘H’ , with key suspects from Ted Hastings to Philip Osborne still under scrutiny
Monde Mwitumwa TV and Celebrity Reporter
00:26, 24 Feb 2026Updated 00:32, 24 Feb 2026
It was the burning question on everyone’s lips in spring 2021, with Line of Duty’s highly anticipated sixth series pledging to reveal the identity of ruthless villain ‘H’.
After nine years of conjecture, the crime boss appeared to be unmasked as Detective Superintendent Ian Buckells. Yet the 2021 finale left many fans dissatisfied by what they considered an underwhelming reveal, with some even describing the storyline as a ‘letdown’.
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However, Line of Duty’s upcoming seventh series will restart the hunt for ‘H’. Over the years, viewers suspected practically everyone, with countless senior officers falling under suspicion, reports the Mirror.
Here, we examine the key figures who became suspects and who may still come under investigation when the new series begins.
Matthew ‘Dot’ Cottan
DI Matthew “Dot” Cottan, played by Craig Parkinson, provided the first significant twist in the ‘H’ storyline. Exposed in series three as a long-term OCG informant, he tried to flee before being gunned down.
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As he tapped out a final Morse code message, AC-12 became convinced that a high-ranking officer whose name began with H was still pulling the strings from the shadows. Despite his demise, could Dot have actually deceived Ted, Kate and Steve, carrying his real identity as ‘H’ to his death?
Derek Hilton
Assistant Chief Constable Derek Hilton, brought to life by Paul Higgins, quickly established himself as a prime suspect in the hunt for ‘H’. He repeatedly sought to obstruct AC-12 investigations and was frequently at loggerheads with Ted Hastings.
Hilton was later exposed as corrupt, with ties to organised crime. Yet, despite his undeniable shadiness, he was never regarded as the senior figure AC-12 were pursuing. Could Derek have succeeded in pulling the wool over their eyes all along?
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Gill Biggeloe
Gill Biggeloe, played by Polly Walker, left audiences stunned when she was unmasked as part of the OCG network. The eloquent senior legal counsel appeared to be working alongside AC-12.
In reality, she was feeding intelligence to organised crime and pulling strings behind the scenes. Her arrest highlighted the far-reaching nature of corruption, though she persistently maintained she wasn’t the elusive ‘H’ at the top of the chain of command. Could ‘H’ actually stand for Her?
Ted Hastings
Audiences adored Ted Hastings, played by Adrian Dunbar, yet he became one of the most shocking suspects of all. The AC-12 chief had devoted his career to hunting down bent coppers.
Nevertheless, financial difficulties, a hidden laptop and a mysterious “H” signature cast suspicion upon him in series five. He was formally investigated and came close to prosecution before being mercifully cleared.
The fallout rocked AC-12 to its core at the time, so we shudder to contemplate what might occur if there’s any chance he’s the real ‘H’.
Philip Osborne
Philip Osborne, played by Owen Teale, was extensively considered the ultimate “big boss” suspect. Initially appearing in series one, he later rose through the ranks to Chief Constable, placing him at the top of the force.
His distance from day-to-day operations and links to earlier cover-ups prompted fans to wonder whether he was the mastermind AC-12 had been chasing all along. Bookies had him at roughly 4/1 ahead of the finale.
However, despite the conjecture, Osborne was never exposed as ‘H’… thus far. With the investigation now apparently continuing, he remains among the most substantial unsolved questions.
Patricia Carmichael
Patricia Carmichael, played by Motherland actress Anna Maxwell Martin, became one of the most intriguing suspects in series six. The formidable AC-3 chief repeatedly clashed with Ted Hastings and appeared determined to dismantle AC-12.
Her calm demeanour and sharp interrogation skills put her firmly in the frame, with many viewers convinced she was protecting someone higher up the chain. At one point, she even topped the bookmakers’ odds as the probable ‘H’, before the finale implied otherwise. Could this smug senior officer be hiding the ‘H’ secret?
Jo Davidson
Jo Davidson, played by Kelly Macdonald, took centre stage in series six. As the senior investigating officer on the Gail Vella case, she quickly came under scrutiny as evidence mounted suggesting she was working with the OCG.
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Her undeclared family ties to organised crime sent shockwaves through AC-12. For a time, many believed she could be ‘H’.
However, it later emerged she was being coerced and controlled, rather than running the show. Was the victim act simply a cover to conceal her identity as ‘H’?
Hillside Lane Police Station
Some viewers became progressively convinced the letter actually referred to Hillside Lane Police Station, a location that had been consistently highlighted since the opening series.
Numerous bent officers were linked to the station, fuelling theories amongst audiences that “H” represented systemic corruption at a senior level – rather than one individual mastermind. Whether this hypothesis re-emerges in series 7 is yet to be determined.
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Ian Buckells
After nine years of unexpected developments and misleading clues, Ian Buckells, played by Nigel Boyle, was exposed as the infamous “Fourth Man”. Often dismissed as incompetent rather than threatening, the senior officer had quietly protected OCG activities across multiple series.
In the climactic finale, AC-12 identified him as the last remaining high-ranking corrupt official within the organisation.
Whilst some bookmakers had listed him at odds as high as 16/1 before the finale, he turned out to be the final senior bent copper still active. Nevertheless, the seventh series may still question whether he genuinely was ‘H’ from the beginning….
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Production for Line of Duty is due to begin next month, although no broadcast date has been confirmed at this stage.
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She was one of almost 30 women violently killed in Northern Ireland since 2020.
A local community that was home to pregnant mum-of-two Sarah Montgomery lived prior to her murder last summer is to honour her memory with an upcoming event focusing on domestic abuse.
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Sarah Montgomery , 27, died at her home in Donaghadee, Co Down on June 27 last year. She was 34 weeks pregnant when she was killed, along with her unborn son, at her home at Elmfield Walk where she lived with her two little girls.
Zak Hughes, 28, from Ardglen Place in Belfast but currently on remand in HMP Maghaberry, is charged with the murder of Sarah and with destruction of her unborn child on the same date.
Sarah was one of almost 30 women to have been murdered in Northern Ireland since 2020. Her death led to renewed focus on the rate of violence against women and girls here and hundreds of people attended a vigil in her memory in the days following her death.
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The event, When Home Isn’t Safe, is being hosted by the local charity, the Donaghadee Community Development Association, supported by Women’s Aid North Down and Ards, and the Police and Community Safety Partnership.
The Association is inviting people to join them ‘in honour of Sarah Montgomery and her baby Liam’, for an ‘evening of solidarity, reflection and action around domestic abuse and coercive control’ at Donaghadee Community Centre, 12a Railway Street, Donagahdee next Tuesday, March 3 from 7pm to 8:30pm.
In a social media post announcing the event, the Association stated: “This event is in honour of Sarah Montgomery and everyone who has been impacted by domestic abuse in Northern Ireland.”
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The charity’s event is being held in light of alarming statistics which show the PSNI receive an emergency call about domestic abuse every 17 minutes while 32,000 children and young people are living with domestic abuse.
The event will inform participants of the symptoms of domestic abuse, ways to respond safely and what local support services are available for help.
It will also feature the ’Souls of Our Shoes’ exhibition – depicting footwear from more than 50 survivors of domestic abuse – which was organised by the Mother’s Union for display at Stormont last autumn in an evocative bid to call for an end to violence in the home.
Members of North Yorkshire Council’s Richmond area committee will debate a petition calling for measures to tackle congestion on the A6136 through the military town next week.
More than 1,000 people have signed the petition which was launched by Hipswell and Colburn division councillor, Kevin Foster.
But a report prepared ahead of the meeting concludes that most trips on the road are to destinations along the route.
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Nicki Lishman, senior democratic services officer, said in the report: “Consequently, a relief road or bypass would have limited impact in reducing perceived network strain.
“The modelling shows that, at best, a bypass would displace that traffic to other access routes towards the town.”
Instead, the report says motorists should be encouraged to move toward “walking, wheeling and cycling” for short journeys as a way of reducing trips at busier times.
“Infrastructure is available on the route to support the switch to walking, wheeling and cycling for shorter journeys, though we recognise that, in places, improvements could be made or new links delivered which would ease the strain on the network at busier times,” the officer says.
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The road was last surveyed by Richmondshire District Council between 2018 and 2020 amid fears the route could reach capacity due to the number of new homes being built in the area.
This led to improvements at several junctions in a bid to improve traffic flow.
The officer adds: “Notwithstanding this, it is acknowledged that the lived-in experience is that at times, the network in Catterick is under strain but this is exacerbated at peak times and associated with specific events in the vicinity.”
Cllr Foster said he and “thousands of residents” did not agree with the report’s findings
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He added: “This effectively expects people to walk or cycle to adult education and key services, which is unrealistic and excludes our disabled community.
“This route is part of the designated key road network and I do not agree with this report.
“I will be asking questions and expect evidence to support these claims. With major housing growth now underway, we must be proactive and address capacity now.”
The petition will be discussed by councillors at a meeting on Monday next week.
Low Tide Coffee House on North Terrace in Seaham will be ready to welcome in customers from Saturday (February 28) after more than a month of work.
Husband and wife duo Sarah and Garry Jeffrey from Seaham took over the unit, formerly known as The Featherbed Café in December and since then have poured their life savings into renovating and making it their own.
Low Tide Coffee House, North Terrace, Seaham. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)
Pictures show the outside of the café, including its door, has been painted a light green colour and black signage has been put up.
The 46-year-old said: “We just said right, let’s go for it. We’ve poured our life savings into it.
“It’s a big leap, a massive step and a massive hole in our pockets but I want to give back to the community.
“I would like it to become a safe place for the elderly to come and see a smiling face and have a cup of coffee.
“It can be a lifeline where people can meet friends.”
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Sarah and Garry Jeffrey from Seaham. (Image: SARAH JEFFREY)
She added: “So many people have been looking through the window at what we are doing and have said they are glad we are opening.
“I feel like I’m bursting with pride, it makes me feel so warm and nice inside.”
But that’s not all the building is being utilised for – as well as the café, Sarah’s other passion, pole fitness, is represented by High Tide Fitness, which is already up and running.
The mum-of-one added: “My whole thought process when leaving the army was to be a mum to my son, but I also really wanted to teach pole fitness.
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“I opened up a studio in Skelton and then one in Sunderland but it burned down after a fire at a nearby business in December.
“It was two doors up from us – on December 3, my son’s 17th birthday, we got a call that everything had burned, just before Christmas.
“There is a lot of stigma around pole fitness. I know where it originated from but we don’t do any of the heel work. I don’t teach any of that.
“My teaching is more about empowerment which is a massive thing especially with women.”
The three-bedroom, terraced property is located on Wharton Street and is in need of some improvement.
The three-storey house comprises of an entrance hall, living room, dining room, kitchen, and bathroom on the ground floor.
Photos show that the property is currently in need of some maintenance. (Image: Auction House South Yorkshire)
On the first floor, there are two bedrooms with a third located in the attic.
Externally, the property has a rear yard and there is on-street parking available nearby.
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However, potential buyers should be aware of the current condition of the house and the maintenance work required.
Rear yard. (Image: Auction House South Yorkshire)
Photographs show that the property is currently in need of some maintenance, with holes in some walls and signs of damp.
Despite this, the listing highlights that once the renovation work is complete, the property could potentially offer a monthly rental income of £750 per month, or an annual rental income of £9,000.
Situated on Wharton Street, it provides convenient access to the town centre and its amenities, not to mention the attractions of Hartlepool’s seafront and the North East coastline.
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Ground floor bathroom. (Image: Auction House South Yorkshire)
The property is also located just 0.3 miles from Hartlepool’s train station.
Also pointed out in the listing is the house’s proximity to other significant places.
The historic city of Durham is easily accessible, as are Middlesborough, Darlington, and Newcastle upon Tyne.
The third bedroom is located on the top floor. (Image: Auction House South Yorkshire)
This might add to the property appeal for those who value connectivity and accessibility.
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Last sold in 2025, the house went for £39,500 in May of that year.
Ultimately, this property seems like an opportunity for developers or first-time buyers who are open to undertaking a renovation project and are looking for an affordable start, though it is worth noting one more fact.
The listing also states that there were 8,843 reported crimes in the area in the last 12 months, earning it a ‘very high crime’ tag.
For more information, you can contact Auction House South Yorkshire on 01144462621.
Fire crews from Harrogate and Knaresborough say that they were called to the A658, south of Knaresborough, at 7.52am this morning (February 23) after a crash involving two vehicles.
One person became trapped inside their vehicle in the crash.
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“Crews released the occupant using driver side door removal and they were then transported to hospital via air ambulance. Crews then carried out scene safety and disconnected the batteries from both vehicles,” said a spokesperson for the force.
At the time of writing (5.15pm), the road is still closed at the junction with the B6163 at Thistle Hill whilst investigation work is carried out.
