County Durham news

• See stomach-churning conditions RNLI crew face in missing person exercise off Northumberland coast

  11-02-2020 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A crew on the Seahouses RNLI lifeboat posted a video of the rough weather conditions out at sea as they carried out training
  
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• If you live in North Tyneside you'll want to know about this planned council tax hike

  11-02-2020 21:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Tyneside Council bosses say the proposed budget is 'shrewd'
  
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• Watch killer trying to get away with murder by lying to police about how Scott Patterson was stabbed

  11-02-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Peter Dodds was seen in his police interview demonstrating a round motion with his arm which a pathologist said was not consistent with the deep injury to Scott Patterson's chest
  
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• Seriously ill puppy found abandoned during Storm Ciara had to be put down by rescuers

  11-02-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  *Warning - distressing images* - A puppy thought to be 16-18 weeks old was discovered abandoned by a road during the stormy weather
  
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• Car rolled into fence on Walker street as person is arrested on suspicious of dangerous driving

  11-02-2020 20:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police were called to Tunstall Avenue in Walker on Tuesday afternoon after a Ford Ka appeared to have rolled into a fence
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for Tuesday February 11

  11-02-2020 20:30
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday February 11 - live breaking updates below
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning lottery numbers for Tuesday February 11

  11-02-2020 20:30
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday February 11 - live breaking updates below
  
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• All you need to know about the 'monster incinerator' planned for Washington

  11-02-2020 19:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plant would use a process known as "gasification" which uses high temperatures to break down waste
  
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• Families living in fear over plans for new Washington incinerator, MP Sharon Hodgson claims

  11-02-2020 19:33
  
  Sunderland and Washington MP Sharon Hodgson says residents are worried about the health risks posed by a 'gasification' plant
  
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• 'This just isn't fair' - Partner of murdered dad-of-five Scott Patterson tells of devastation

  11-02-2020 19:00
  
  Danielle Sanderson said Scott Patterson's loved ones have suffered 'unimaginable' pain as a result of his senseless murder at the hands of Peter Dodds
  
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• Shocked Blyth thief stole one of the cars which hit his friend as he lay fatally injured

  11-02-2020 19:00
  
  Jake Dimmick, of Blyth, was due to be sentenced for the 'bizarre' offending but he needs to be assessed by a psychiatrist due to the impact of seeing Andrew Deluen die
  
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• Storm Dennis looms as parts of the North East are covered in snow

  11-02-2020 18:57
  
  More wild weather forecast as storms continue to cause chaos around the UK
  
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• Who is hosting the Brits this year? Award ceremony to turn 40 in style

  11-02-2020 18:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Brit Awards 2020 aren't far away and the host for this year's ceremony has been revealed
  
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• Who is Love Island new boy Jamie Clayton? Bombshell arrives to take Shaughna and Demi on dates

  11-02-2020 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island new boy Jamie Clayton will go into the villa on Tuesday night's show after having dates with Shaughna and Demi
  
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• Prestigious Chartered status awarded to County Durham firm - Business Up North

  11-02-2020 18:09
  Prestigious Chartered status awarded to County Durham firm  Business Up North
  
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• When are the Brit Awards 2020? Date, time and TV coverage for annual event

  11-02-2020 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Brits 2020 will soon be here as big names in the music industry flock to London's O2 Arena
  
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• Newcastle150: Young people are being challenged to create lasting legacy for the city

  11-02-2020 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Young people aged 18-25 are needed to take part in a scheme to celebrate 150 years since Newcastle was granted city status
  
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• Heaton hit with spate of car break-ins, damage and 'suspicious activity' in early hours

  11-02-2020 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle suburb was hit with a string of car crime incidents at around 2am on Tuesday, February 11
  
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• Steel ball fired through Gateshead pub window while customers were inside

  11-02-2020 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The attack is just one of a number of acts of criminal damage in the Low Fell area of Gateshead in recent months
  
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• CCTV released of couple in Wallsend Asda after elderly man's card stolen from his home

  11-02-2020 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man and woman were captured shopping at the Wallsend supermarket after a man's card was stolen and used in the store
  
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• ITV Metro documentary Real Life Story to end with episode on Great North Run

  11-02-2020 17:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV's Metro documentary A Rail Life Story will air its final episode on Tuesday, February 11 and it's all about the Great North Run
  
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• Sex Education season 3 confirmed by Netflix and fans are very excited

  11-02-2020 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sex Education has proved to be a massive hit for Netflix and season 2 has now been confirmed
  
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• Love Island new boy Jamie set to sweep Shaughna off her feet and has plans to confront Callum

  11-02-2020 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island's latest bombshell is new boy Jamie Clayton who swiftly asks Shaughna on a date before entering the villa
  
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• Scott Patterson murder: Peter Dodds GUILTY of killing dad during first night out since baby born

  11-02-2020 17:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scott Patterson was out with partner, Danielle Sanderson, when he was attacked by Peter Dodds in Blyth
  
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• Two prisoners are being tested for coronavirus after confirmed cases in UK rises to eight

  11-02-2020 17:05
  
  The two men are inmates at HMP Bullingdon according to Sky News but the prison remains running as usual
  
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• Leaders set for crunch summit on Newcastle climate crisis - but critics claim public are 'shut out'

  11-02-2020 17:00
  
  More than 1,000 people, including hundreds of children, have submitted ideas on how to combat the city’s climate emergency ahead of a conference at the Centre for Life
  
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• Care home nurse who fell asleep on the job said she 'dozes but doesn't believe that's sleeping'

  11-02-2020 17:00
  
  A disciplinary hearing heard Princess Bunge was on the night shift when she set up a recliner chair, switched the lights off and covered herself in a coat
  
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• Autistic boy with serious health issues forced to be home schooled as 'no school in Durham' suitable

  11-02-2020 17:00
  
  Ashton Atkinson needs a school which can cater to his needs - but the nearest one available is in Gateshead with none available in Durham until next academic year
  
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• Sky TV cuts the price of Netflix and sport channels in massive deal

  11-02-2020 16:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The deal also includes broadband and Sky Sports and Cinema
  
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• North East calls for East Coast Main Line upgrade after Johnson confirms HS2 will go ahead

  11-02-2020 16:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson gave HS2 the 'green signal' and stressed determination to improve rail in the north
  
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• Jobs hope as Amazon set to to create Gateshead fulfilment centre

  11-02-2020 16:18
  The film has taken control of the firm created to drive forward Follingsby Max, where it could create more than 1,000 jobs
  
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• Jobs hope as Amazon set to create Gateshead fulfilment centre

  11-02-2020 16:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The film has taken control of the firm created to drive forward Follingsby Max, where it could create more than 1,000 jobs
  
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• Love Island shock as fan favourite is dumped from villa in brutal twist

  11-02-2020 16:10
  
  There was a huge shock at the end of Monday night's Love Island as not one, but two couples were dumped
  
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• Take Me Out axed as Paddy McGuinness confirms end of ITV show with video message

  11-02-2020 15:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take Me Out host Paddy McGuinness has left viewers gutted with the news that the ITV show has ended
  
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• Celebrating the story of heavy metal on Tyneside

  11-02-2020 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heavier! Faster! Louder! The Story of Tyneside Heavy Metal is a six-episode audio series narrated by radio DJ Alan Robson
  
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• Vera series 10 viewing figures revealed and ITV are delighted with them

  11-02-2020 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV have released the viewing figures for series 10 of Vera and it's proved to be another ratings winner
  
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• Newcastle and Gateshead to host a two triathlon races in August

  11-02-2020 15:30
  
  TRY on the Tyne held duathlon races last year, but in 2020 there will be swimming too, with Leazes Park hosting the first leg of the swim-bike-run race
  
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• Geordie Shore spin-off Geordie OGs confirmed to return to MTV with a new cast member

  11-02-2020 15:28
  
  Geordie Shore spin-off Geordie OGs will return to MTV for a second series with a new cast member
  
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• Storm Dennis to bring gales and heavy rain to North East as Met Office issues warning

  11-02-2020 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A yellow warning will be put in place for parts of County Durham and Northumberland over the weekend
  
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• New tattoo studio to open at Chester-le-Street hairdressers

  11-02-2020 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillors said the plan would support the local economy
  
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• Warnings of heavy snow and ice in County Durham and the Dales - The Northern Echo

  11-02-2020 14:14
  
  Warnings of heavy snow and ice in County Durham and the Dales  The Northern Echo
  
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• Pet owners warned after case of deadly dog disease Alabama Rot confirmed in Seaham

  11-02-2020 14:07
  
  The County Durham case is one of nine in the UK confirmed today by veterinary specialist referral centre, Anderson Moores
  
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• Donna Air shocks This Morning viewers with bizarre accent that's far from Geordie

  11-02-2020 13:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle-born actress Donna Air appeared on Tuesday's This Morning to discuss her tole in BBC drama The Split
  
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• Shares in Metrocentre owner Intu Properties plummet after potential investor pulls out

  11-02-2020 13:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Intu - which operates major shopping centres around the country - needs to raise funding to pay down its debts
  
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• Valentine's Day 2020 events to enjoy in County Durham - ExplorAR Durham Cityguide

  11-02-2020 13:23
  
  Valentine's Day 2020 events to enjoy in County Durham  ExplorAR Durham Cityguide
  
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• The 'pre-birth' team who help Durham's most vulnerable mothers is about to lose its funding

  11-02-2020 13:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pioneering team is going to run out of money at the end of March
  
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• Scorched Simpson Street School in Sunderland 'not beyond rescue' after fire

  11-02-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The majority of the fire damage was isolated but one of the building's staircases will need to be replaced
  
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• End in sight for A1056 Killingworth Way roadworks in North Tyneside

  11-02-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The roadworks, near the new Cygnet Park housing development in Killingworth, began in August last year but will be coming to an end soon
  
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• Arsonist caused explosion by setting fire to his flat when 'demonic voices in his head' told him to

  11-02-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Bourke, of South Shields, had tried to get help and his mother warned police he was threatening to torch his flat
  
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• Lewis Ritson to fight former World Champion Miguel Vazquez at Newcastle Arena

  11-02-2020 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Forest Hall lad Ritson will take on the former IBF lightweight champion on home turf, while 'Benwell Bomber' Joseph Laws will feature on the undercard
  
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