County Durham news

• McFly announce Newcastle Utilita Arena gig as part of huge comeback tour

  17-09-2019 22:47
  
  The tour is the first in almost a decade and was announced after the band sold out the 02 Arena in just minutes
  
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• #LoveSouthTyneside campaign hopes to draw much-needed NHS staff to the borough

  17-09-2019 21:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  #LoveSouthTyneside campaign to play key part in recruiting GPs, nurses and carers in South Tyneside, councillors hear
  
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• Public gets another chance to have a say on Newcastle clean air toll as councils vow to listen

  17-09-2019 21:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Local authorities have vowed to listen to public concerns on the controversial Clean Air Zone (CAZ) scheme
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning National Lottery and Thunderball numbers for Tuesday September 17

  17-09-2019 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions numbers and Thunderball for Tuesday September 17 are below - live updates below
  
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• Neighbour's plea to help Stanley family after fire started by candle rips through home

  17-09-2019 19:45
  
  Laura Dixon, 26, hopes to raise money so the family can buy essentials including a baby cot and clothes
  
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• See the haul seized by detectives who smashed Newcastle's Diamond Strip drugs ring

  17-09-2019 19:13
  
  Police have released pictures of the haul of drugs, money and firearms seized as part of Operation Doncaster
  
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• Warning for drivers as council reveals when it will finally switch on Cowgate bus lane camera

  17-09-2019 19:00
  
  The council says that around 80 drivers flout the bus lane restrictions every day, but they will face fines of up to £60 if they continue doing so from October 15
  
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• Vile Walker beast jailed for repeatedly raping vulnerable child attacked in prison

  17-09-2019 19:00
  
  Michael Fitzgerald, also known as David, from Walker, was locked up after subjecting a vulnerable child to a series of attacks
  
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• CCTV appeal after bar worker left needing stitches in unprovoked attack in Durham

  17-09-2019 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man carried out an attack on a member of staff before he returned moments later and threw a barstool at other customers
  
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• Music and plays across County Durham, September 17-22 2019 - ExplorAR Durham Cityguide

  17-09-2019 18:35 via explorar.co.uk
  Music and plays across County Durham, September 17-22 2019  ExplorAR Durham CityguideWe've pulled together some of the top music this week. Click for the best of what's on September 17-22, including musicals, stand-up and plays.
  
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• Pictures show police searching for clues to catch killer of County Durham dad - ChronicleLive

  17-09-2019 18:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Pictures show police searching for clues to catch killer of County Durham dad  ChronicleLiveThe 36-year-old dad was found dead at his home in July after suffering head injuries.
  
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• Pictures show police searching for clues to catch killer of County Durham dad

  17-09-2019 18:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 36-year-old dad was found dead at his home in July after suffering head injuries
  
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• New Netflix drama Criminal UK dubbed one of the best TV shows of the year

  17-09-2019 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Criminal UK is hitting Netflix this week and features David Tennant and Katherine Kelly in leading roles
  
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• £1million budget increase sought for creation of new primary school in Haltwhistle

  17-09-2019 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former middle school will now be converted, rather than the first school
  
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• North Shields dad has sexual assault conviction quashed on appeal

  17-09-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Shields man's joy and agony as his conviction for sexually assaulting a gran on a night out in Tynemouth is overturned
  
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• Judge blasts social services as he hands troubled teenager a second chance

  17-09-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kevin Etherington, 18, pleaded guilty to common assault and threats to kill but the Durham Crown Court judge singled out social services for criticism
  
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• Calls to tackle anti-semitism in Sunderland after rise in hate crimes against Jewish community

  17-09-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A rise in hate crimes against the Jewish community has led to the calls to tackle anti-semitism
  
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• Controversial 53-home development in Morpeth will go ahead after appeal

  17-09-2019 16:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A public inquiry took place during the summer to hear the appeal
  
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• New parcel postboxes mean you can send a package without visiting the Post Office

  17-09-2019 15:50
  
  Here's where to find the North East's new parcel postboxes and where to buy pre-paid postage labels for them
  
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• Customers baffled after longstanding Newcastle shop closes its doors suddenly

  17-09-2019 15:40
  
  Newbridge Street Bedding Centre customers have taken to social media voicing fears they could be left hundreds of pounds out of pocket for goods they have yet to receive
  
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• Christmas jobs at Game, Argos, Primark, Poundland, Boots, CEX and more

  17-09-2019 15:38
  
  It's less than 100 days until Christmas, but businesses are already hiring staff to cover the busy festive period
  
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• The gang and the roles they played in flooding Newcastle's Diamond strip with drugs

  17-09-2019 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nineteen people have now been been sentenced for their roles in a drugs supply network after being caught out by Northumbria Police's Operation Doncaster
  
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• Homebase to keep Gateshead store open but wants to split shop in two

  17-09-2019 14:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DIY chain had previously said it wanted to close its Team Valley store as part of cost cutting plans
  
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• Sister's farewell to 'big-hearted' mum-of-five who died aged 35, months after school-run collapse

  17-09-2019 14:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Grieving sister Amy Wilson has paid tribute to Kelly Gibbinson, who died tragically in April leaving behind five children
  
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• Geordie Shore's Nathan Henry shows off new face after getting jawline surgery

  17-09-2019 14:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore star Nathan Henry says he wasn't happy with his "Malteser head" so had the jawline surgery
  
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• Woman accused of smuggling items into HMP Northumberland walks free - after police issue wrong charge

  17-09-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  47-year-old appears to wipe away tears as she is told 'you are free to go'
  
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• Fears giant digital advertising screens at Tyne Tunnel are an 'accident waiting to happen'

  17-09-2019 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The screens were installed on either side of the busy crossing earlier this month, and tunnel bosses insist they are in a 'safe and appropriate' spot
  
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• Detectives release CCTV of two men raiding a pub in the early hours of the morning

  17-09-2019 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers are urging anyone who recognises the men to get in touch and help them with their investigation
  
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• Inspector who led Diamond Strip shutdowns says he will do the same again if drug dealing returns

  17-09-2019 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  House of Smith, Floritas, Madame Koo and The Empress were all forced to close their doors over the busy Christmas and New Year period
  
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• Sunderland City Council to demand MPs do more to honour Brexit vote

  17-09-2019 12:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An opposition motion to Sunderland City Council will demand Sunderland's three MPs do more to make Brexit a reality
  
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• Warning to dog owners after outbreak of deadly lungworm disease in the North East

  17-09-2019 12:40
  
  Vets4Pets say many people don't know what lungworm is, but the disease can be fatal for dogs
  
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• Six Nations TV coverage could be about to change after CVC Capital Partners investment

  17-09-2019 12:39
  
  Former Formula One investors CVC is set to buy a stake in the Six Nations, meaning some games could disappear from free-to-air TV channels
  
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• Just Eat ban North Tyneside takeaway after inspectors hand it zero-star review

  17-09-2019 12:39
  
  The Longbenton restaurant is thought to be one of the first in Tyneside to be hit by the firm's tough new rules
  
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• Happy birthday to Tyneside sculpture that's taller than the Angel of the North

  17-09-2019 12:33
  
  As Tyne Anew celebrates its 20th anniversary, a new book celebrating public art in the borough is released; there's more than you may think
  
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• Police searches under way as John Littlewood murder investigation continues

  17-09-2019 12:19
  
  The 36-year-old died from head injuries and was found in a house in Blackhall Colliery on July 30
  
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• Newcastle will publish its own 'Yellowhammer' papers showing no-deal Brexit contingency plans

  17-09-2019 12:00
  
  Nick Forbes has pledged that the city council will make public its preparations for a 'worst case scenario' Brexit, with particular concerns over rising food prices
  
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• Driver hit with three driving bans within a year caught behind the wheel - again

  17-09-2019 12:00
  
  Liam Storey of Kenton admitted driving while disqualified, driving without insurance and cannabis possession.
  
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• Hotel booking website Amoma shuts down after collapsing into administration

  17-09-2019 11:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The company, which was once one of the biggest global travel firms, ceased trading over the weekend, blaming price comparison websites for its downfall
  
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• Green light for underpass closure in Doxford Park to make way for Gentoo housing plans

  17-09-2019 11:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Under the plans for new homes at Doxford Park, the existing underpass will be scrapped
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing stars and partners reveal new looks ahead of first live show

  17-09-2019 10:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Ramsey has embraced the glitter as he prepares to dance the cha-cha-cha with Karen Hauer
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing 2019 celebrities and partners

  17-09-2019 09:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing 2019 celebrities and partners
  
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• Six-year-old from Durham among scores of children groomed via dating apps

  17-09-2019 09:39
  
  Youngsters are finding a way around age verification processes to get onto popular apps like Grindr and Tinder, it has been revealed
  
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• Hopes to boost business in Blyth revealed with plans for 66 units

  17-09-2019 09:00
  
  The proposed units would be for buy or let and available for a range of uses
  
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• Dog owner avoids jail after his escaped rottweiler attacked smaller dog and bit woman

  17-09-2019 09:00
  
  Mark Henderson pleaded guilty to being the owner of a dog which was dangerously out of control after the incident in April this year
  
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• Council leader warns that Newcastle clean air toll 'falls apart' if government doesn't stump up cash

  17-09-2019 09:00
  
  Nick Forbes told colleagues on Monday night that he was struggling to secure concrete promises from ministers over the controversial Clean Air Zone
  
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• Woman shares cheap tip for getting rid of fruit flies almost instantly

  17-09-2019 08:52
  
  Fruit flies can become a serious annoyance for householders but one woman has come up with a budget solution for eradicating them
  
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• Hurricane Humberto: Advice issued to travellers as 85mph storm nears Florida

  17-09-2019 08:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The storm has topped speeds of 85mph and is approaching the Florida coastline
  
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• Terrified mum finds muddy burglar standing over her four-week-old baby in Houghton-le-Spring home raid

  17-09-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Bates spent an hour wandering around a new build housing estate in a drunken stupor, trying door and window handles as he 'looked for something to steal'
  
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• Parking restrictions given green light in Durham

  17-09-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Double yellow lines are among the traffic plans to be implemented in the Gilesgate area of Durham
  
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• Green light for new community centre in Hetton-le-Hole

  17-09-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The revamped community centre in Hetton-le-Hole will offer a range of facilities for residents
  
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