County Durham news

• 20 pictures of excited Little Mix fans arriving at Newcastle's Utilita Arena

  24-10-2019 21:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans flocked to Newcastle's Utilita Arena to see the pop group
  
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• The fresh projects and plans set to change the face of Gateshead

  24-10-2019 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These schemes will make a major difference to the area
  
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• Newcastle University scientists' breakthrough in condition that 'ruins lives' with 'painful' tumours

  24-10-2019 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'The condition is painful and can be distressing at times as when tumours are on the face it can make people look and recoil. For my mum and sister it ruined their lives as it was embarrassing for them'
  
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• Fraudsters posing as the Dean of Newcastle in cathedral funds scam

  24-10-2019 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  St Nicholas' Cathedral issues urgent warning as begging emails and messages claiming to be from The Very Revd Geoff Miller begin circulating
  
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• Auckland Castle to reopen to public after three-year conservation project

  24-10-2019 20:18
  
  A major restoration project will see the castle reopen to the public on Saturday November 2
  
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• Lotto results: Set For Life winning numbers for Thursday, October 24

  24-10-2019 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday October 24 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Set For Life winning numbers for Thursday, October 24

  24-10-2019 20:15
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday October 24 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Durham passport office worker admits stealing photos of girls and making indecent images

  24-10-2019 20:09
  
  James Close, of County Durham, also admitted a charge of possessing extreme pornography relating to bestiality videos.
  
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• Zynk Bar's bid for new premises licence rejected as locals claim Whitley Bay is no longer party town

  24-10-2019 20:01
  
  Zynk Bar's bid to get a new premises licence was thrown out because it went against council guidelines
  
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• Britain's biggest payday lender QuickQuid 'on verge of collapse' following in footsteps of Wonga

  24-10-2019 19:45
  
  The potential collapse could happen a year after Wonga was plunged into insolvency after a number of compensation claims were submitted
  
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• How Barclays staff stopped Westerhope pensioner being scammed by elaborate fraud

  24-10-2019 19:39
  
  A 75-year-old man had gone into the Barclays bank in Westerhope to withdraw £75 but the staff were concerned and called the police
  
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• Gun-toting mother who held up takeaway driver was snared through Just Eat app

  24-10-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Laura Lowes, of Walker, and a male accomplice lured the driver into a trap in Byker and lay in wait for him, robbing him of takings and food
  
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• Got Sainsbury's Nectar points? Don't spend them before the Double-Up 2019 event

  24-10-2019 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Double-Up event is coming soon for those who shop at the likes of Sainsbury's or Argos and collect Nectar Points
  
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• Sunshine Fund to hold annual Celebrity Question of Sport event at Grand Hotel Gosforth

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  The event will be held at a new venue at The Grand Hotel Gosforth on Thursday, November 28, and will be hosted by Sky Sports’ presenter Pete Graves
  
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• Northumberland ranked one of the most Instagram-able places in the UK - and it's easy to see why

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  The county attracts more posts on Instagram than most other UK beauty spots and it doesn't take a photography expert to figure out why that is
  
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• Mother of baby who died after being stabbed at Wallsend flat is discharged from hospital

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  Andreea Stefan was seriously injured in alleged attack in which killed her three-week-old son Andrei
  
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• Housing plans lodged for former site of Hebburn Civic Centre and Swimming Baths

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  In recent months, plans were lodged with South Tyneside Council for vacant land off Campbell Park Road and Victoria Road East
  
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• Gary Lineker to be David Miliband's guest at annual South Shields lecture

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  The former England striker is to chat to former Foreign Secretary David Miliband about football and Brexit in South Shields
  
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• Could you be a secret millionaire? The dozens of unclaimed estates in Newcastle

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  Dozens of estates have been left unclaimed because somebody hasn't left a will in the North East
  
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• Born with a brain tumour: Mum reveals anguish after life-changing diagnosis in her 30s

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  Cynthia Wilson, 39, who was unknowingly born with a brain tumor is now using her experience to help spread awareness to help save others
  
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• £6m investment and 40 jobs could be created if Sunderland hotel plan is given green light

  24-10-2019 17:00
  
  Councillors will be asked to rubber stamp major leisure plans for the site in Seaburn
  
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• The Mayfair is making a comeback in Newcastle with brand new pub restaurant

  24-10-2019 16:54
  
  The Mayfair Bar & Kitchen will soon open in the old Sam Jacks venue, which will also pay homage to La Dolce Vita nightclub
  
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• Passenger taken to hospital after plane makes emergency landing at Newcastle International Airport

  24-10-2019 16:54
  
  A passenger who fell ill was taken by ambulance to the Royal Victoria Infirmary after their plane landed at Newcastle Airport early
  
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• Police given 24 hours to question driver arrested after 39 bodies found in lorry in Essex

  24-10-2019 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The dead bodies of 31 men and eight women were discovered in a refrigerated lorry in Essex yesterday
  
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• Woman fighting for her life after falling from a Wallsend bridge

  24-10-2019 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation has been launched after a woman fell from a bridge in Wallsend
  
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• Vicky Pattison suffers epic tumble as she tries to get perfect pool picture for Instagram

  24-10-2019 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vicky Pattison shared her efforts at trying to get the perfect poolside picture for her Instagram
  
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• Medical emergency declared on board flight landing at Newcastle Airport and paramedics on scene

  24-10-2019 14:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Jet2 flight from Alicante to Newcastle was forced to declare an emergency after a passenger took ill mid-flight
  
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• Ken Loach joins Question Time panel in South Shields tonight with Brexit set to dominate debate

  24-10-2019 14:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The director joins politicians in South Shields this October 24 for the topical debate programme which no doubt will be dominated by Brexit
  
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• Gainford Group revealed as new owners of historic Moot Hall in Newcastle

  24-10-2019 14:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Vermont Hotel and Livello owner say the new addition will enhance its property portfolio
  
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• Jet2 announce Newcastle to New York flights to return for winter 2020

  24-10-2019 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The four-night trips include Thanksgiving, Christmas Shopping and Winter in New York departing on 22nd November, 26th November, 3rd December and 17th December 2020
  
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• Weather warning issued for North East as Met Office warn of heavy rain and transport delays

  24-10-2019 13:36
  
  The Met Office has issued a 24 hour weather warning from 3pm on Friday with heavy rain expected across the North East
  
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• Charlie, Loki and Harley among the most popular dog names predicted for 2020

  24-10-2019 13:28
  
  Dog chew brand Tasty Bone says more pets are being named after film characters and these 10 could become the most popular names next year
  
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• Man charged with rape and murder of missing Hull University student Libby Squire

  24-10-2019 13:20
  
  Humberside Police said Pawel Relowicz has been charged with raping and murdering Ms Squire and will appear at Hull Magistrates' Court next week
  
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• Strawberry Place developer warns denying controversial plans could cost Newcastle 1,000 jobs

  24-10-2019 13:00
  
  Durham-based firm Helios has hit back after Labour MP Chi Onwurah joined Newcastle United supporters in opposing huge plans to build next to St James' Park
  
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• How the North East's wealthy motored about the countryside almost 100 years before sat navs

  24-10-2019 13:00
  
  An intricate map case inscribed 'Lady Armstrong, Cragside' is up for sale at auction, giving a glimpse of the early days of motoring in North East
  
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• Essex lorry deaths: 31 men and 8 women found dead believed to be Chinese nationals

  24-10-2019 12:56
  
  The grim discovery of 39 dead bodies was discovered inside a lorry in Essex yesterday
  
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• Repeat offender finally off the streets after spate of crimes across Sunderland

  24-10-2019 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Foster, 43, of East Moor Road, Sunderland, has been jailed for 31 weeks after pleading guilty to three offences
  
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• Plans to transform Gateshead High Street with £90m makeover revealed

  24-10-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new neighbourhood could be created at the south end of the High Street
  
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• Take a look at the brand new luxury lounge which is set to open at Newcastle Airport

  24-10-2019 11:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The premium lounge will provide a space for up to 100 passengers to relax and socialise before jetting off from Newcastle
  
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• Amelia Lily joins Geordie Shore cast and X Factor fans are in total shock

  24-10-2019 11:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore is known for some shocking scenes but there's a more shocking new cast member for the MTV show
  
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• Martin Lewis reveals how you can claim back thousands - from bank charges to council tax refunds

  24-10-2019 11:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The MoneySavingExpert says people across the country may have had money wrongly taken off them - here is his advice on how to get your cash back
  
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• Essex lorry migrant tragedy: 39 migrants found dead in lorry may have frozen to death

  24-10-2019 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A murder investigation is underway alongside an international manhunt following the grim discovery on Wednesday
  
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• Northumbria Police release CCTV images after Jarrow Metro station assault

  24-10-2019 10:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers want to speak to him about a reported assault on October 9
  
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• Scarlett Moffatt defends new show The British Tribe Next Door after it is dubbed 'poverty porn'

  24-10-2019 09:44
  
  The Channel 4 show aired on Tuesday and has split opinion, with some dubbing it exploitative while others claim it is 'beautiful'
  
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• The naughtiest and nicest children's names as chosen by teachers and parents

  24-10-2019 09:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A survey revealed which kids' names are most associated with bad behaviour - and it's bad news if you've got a Mia or a Jack
  
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• The professor whose zeal for collecting left a lasting legacy on Tyneside

  24-10-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prof Brian Shefton of Newcastle University amassed an outstanding collection of antiquities, some of which can be seen at the Great North Museum
  
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• Meat cleaver, nunchucks and a firearm: Dangerous weapons seized in Newcastle city centre

  24-10-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Figures show there have been 97 out-of-court disposals for possession of a bladed article or offensive weapon in Newcastle city centre over 20 months
  
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• Free food and packing: Morrisons worker reveals the secrets the supermarket DOESN'T want you to know

  24-10-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Store worker spills the beans on the 16 things staff don't usually want customers to know - including their most annoying habits
  
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• Meet the Farne Island's newborn seal pups whose arrival is good news for the rare, protected species

  24-10-2019 08:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first Atlantic grey seal pups of the season have been spotted on the Farne Islands
  
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• NSPCC reveal 130% increase in child sex abuse in North East in three years

  24-10-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leading children's charity says services are struggling to cope with demand of victims that need help
  
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