THE rejoining of two former clubs has boosted league numbers - though they have lost last season's runners-up Chester Garden Farm after one season.
The Farm, who pushed Stanley FC all of the way for the Championship have merged with fellow Chester-le-Street side Railton Terrace and have joined the Durham Sunday League.
However, back in the fold are Washington Oasis and Gateshead Black Bull.
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