County Durham news

• Horror as gran on holiday in Thailand could not be woken up and is now fighting for life

  13-03-2026 23:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Marie Peacock's distraught family say they are 'going through hell' as they battle to bring her home
  
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• British comics collected by Newcastle-born enthusiast sell for over £100,000

  13-03-2026 20:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Part One of Peter Hansen's remarkable collection generated huge interest at auction
  
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• Dad-of-four being kept alive by 'horrible' dialysis is desperate for kidney transplant

  13-03-2026 20:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darren Reay underwent open heart surgery at the Freeman Hospital and was left with severe kidney failure
  
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• Police searching for wanted Tyneside man in connection with shoplifting offences

  13-03-2026 20:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean Robinson, 39, from North Tyneside, is wanted in connection with a number of shoplifting offences
  
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• New vision for regeneration of trendy Newcastle suburb to create 'thriving urban village'

  13-03-2026 20:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Better public transport, environmental upgrades, and countering the threat of overdevelopment feature in the Ouseburn Trust's latest strategy for the valley's future
  
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• Fresh calls to upgrade A19 roundabout in Northumberland notorious for delays

  13-03-2026 19:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An announcement is expected on the Government's plans for road investment projects in the coming weeks
  
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• Armed burglars threatened to behead elderly woman and dog in terrifying Newcastle home raid

  13-03-2026 18:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cruel trio were armed with an ice pick-style hammer and machete when they targeted the pensioners who were in bed at home
  
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• Morrisons giving away free cafe treat to mums for Mother’s Day this weekend

  13-03-2026 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A range of tasty treats are included in the offer, with no other purchase necessary - here are more details
  
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• Petrol retailers cancel Rachel Reeves meeting after 'rip off' accusations

  13-03-2026 17:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The petrol retailer group accused ministers of inciting abuse towards workers
  
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• County Durham bus fares set to change as Arriva confirms new concession prices - The Northern Echo

  13-03-2026 17:00
  County Durham bus fares set to change as Arriva confirms new concession prices  The Northern Echo
  
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• Northumberland pub, restaurant and campsite let to new tenant for 'next chapter'

  13-03-2026 16:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Boe Rigg, based in the village of Charlton, is a popular destination, with its close proximity to Kielder and Northumberland National Park
  
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• Partial closure order secured on North East property after neighbours said they were 'living in fear'

  13-03-2026 16:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The order has been secured against a residential property in Hall Farm by the East Community Safety Hub
  
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• Every update after bin lorry crash with car on A693 in County Durham

  13-03-2026 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A693 between Stanley and Annfield Plain has been closed in both directions following a collision
  
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• County Durham crash LIVE: Updates as A693 closed after bin lorry and car collision

  13-03-2026 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A693 between Stanley and Annfield Plain has been closed in both directions following a collision
  
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• Police investigating circumstances of baby boy's death in North East

  13-03-2026 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Constabulary confirmed that officers are investigating the circumstances of the death of an 11-month-old baby boy
  
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• Peter Mandelson and ex-prince Andrew seen with Epstein together in newly-released picture

  13-03-2026 15:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former North East MP Peter Mandelson is seen in the photo wearing a bathrobe
  
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• Full list of UK's most complained about Airports and where Newcastle ranks

  13-03-2026 15:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The rankings show where Newcastle International sits among others in the UK
  
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• Alarming mail delivery failures highlighted by North East MPs

  13-03-2026 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A debate called by Northumberland MP Ian Lavery saw dozens of MPs hit out at Royal Mail
  
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• Calls for 'calm' at Majorca and Menorca hotels in Spain amid Middle East crisis

  13-03-2026 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Industry experts say more holidaymakers could choose Mediterranean destinations rather than Gulf or Middle East hotspots like Dubai or Abu Dhabi
  
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• North East paedophile who 'spent far too much time looking at porn' had child abuse images

  13-03-2026 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  James Thomas Barker downloaded sickening abuse material, some of which involved children as young as three-years-old being raped
  
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• 'Isolated' North East paedophile found with horrific child abuse images and extreme porn involving dogs

  13-03-2026 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  James Thomas Barker downloaded sickening abuse material, some of which involved children as young as three-years-old being raped
  
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• North East mum, 72, missing in France for over six weeks as family in frantic search

  13-03-2026 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephanie Thomson was last seen by her husband Ken on Thursday, January 29, and there have been no sightings since
  
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• Birtley Leisure Centre promised £250,000 upgrade as council hands another site over to new operator

  13-03-2026 13:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Birtley Leisure Centre will be taken over by GLL from April 1, following the social enterprise assuming management of the centres in Heworth, Dunston, Blaydon, and Gateshead International Stadium
  
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• Man in court charged with murder of former North East police officer

  13-03-2026 13:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ex-Durham Constabulary officer Jeff Blair tragically died at the scene of the alleged attack on Tuesday, with Robert Davies arrested and charged
  
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• North East pensioner who 'could hardly get out house' due to painful condition helped by hospice

  13-03-2026 13:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Taylor has struggled with the impact of lymphoedema for several years.
  
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• North East police called out after report man 'smashed bottles over everyone'

  13-03-2026 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steven Kay, 32, was jailed for 18 months after pleading guilty to an offence of affray
  
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• County Durham peppers shortlist for prestigious national honours - Cultured. North East

  13-03-2026 13:07
  County Durham peppers shortlist for prestigious national honours  Cultured. North East
  
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• Pistol, suspected drugs and £100k seized as 18 arrested in County Durham crackdown - The Northern Echo

  13-03-2026 13:05
  Pistol, suspected drugs and £100k seized as 18 arrested in County Durham crackdown  The Northern Echo
  
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• Primark confirms all England stores to close for one day in April

  13-03-2026 13:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This means Primark workers will get a well-earned day off
  
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• 'Asbestos thrown around like snowballs': The toxic legacy of heavy industry on the River Tyne

  13-03-2026 12:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Asbestos has left a shadow over thousands of Tyneside families - here, they recall "plumes of white dust" of the material once thought of as a miracle
  
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• Full list of North East postcodes affected by Royal Mail delivery disruption

  13-03-2026 12:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A number of postcodes in the Sunderland area have been listed among UK areas where there could be delivery delays
  
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• Inside the creator of Newcastle's tallest tower's spectacular demise

  13-03-2026 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ChronicleLive takes an in-depth look at the collapse of High Street Group, which left hundreds of small investors out of pocket
  
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• Gardeners urged to put holes in fence before end of March for key reason

  13-03-2026 12:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tips for March include pruning some, but not all, roses - and a vital first step
  
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• Newcastle family-run business director says £34,000 theft by finance manager had 'big knock-on effect'

  13-03-2026 12:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sarah Gray abused her position at the Throckley company to steal the large sum of money, over a six month period
  
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• Nationwide issues £2,000 warning as customers urged to make 'critical' move

  13-03-2026 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Nationwide director of retail has explained why households need to start developing a savings habit
  
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• Ian Huntley funeral petition to block public funding reaches over 50,000 signatures

  13-03-2026 11:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The child murderer died at the RVI in Newcastle on Sunday, after he was attacked at HMP Frankland in County Durham last month
  
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• Families at Great North Children's Hospital overwhelmed by generosity of supporters after donations

  13-03-2026 11:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Ward 3 Play Team found themselves without important and stimulating craft supplies for children
  
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• World’s oldest crowned ‘Railway of the Year’ - Visit County Durham

  13-03-2026 10:51
  World’s oldest crowned ‘Railway of the Year’  Visit County Durham
  
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• Sky customers 'can cancel contract without penalty fees' if unhappy with April price rise

  13-03-2026 10:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sky confirms April rise but customers have option for early exit from contract - if they're fast
  
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• Martin Lewis warns some people with more than £11,000 in savings

  13-03-2026 10:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Finance expert explained how HMRC savings allowances mean people need to take care with their hard-won money
  
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• BBC expert issues advice to millions taking Sertraline, Citalopram and Fluoxetine

  13-03-2026 10:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Queen's University Belfast study has found increased mortality risks for dementia patients taking certain antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications, with BBC health expert Dr Oscar Duke urging people not to panic
  
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• Foreign Office latest Cyprus and Turkey travel advice as UK tourists cancel holidays

  13-03-2026 10:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Travel expert Simon Calder says British holidaymakers are rebooking away from Turkey and Cyprus to Spain and Portugal amid Middle East tensions, as the FCDO shares latest travel advice following drone impact at RAF Akrotiri
  
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• Alnwick Dolphins swim to success at Northumberland and Durham County Championships - Northumberland Gazette

  13-03-2026 10:05
  Alnwick Dolphins swim to success at Northumberland and Durham County Championships  Northumberland Gazette
  
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• Plans lodged for new children’s care homes in North Tyneside

  13-03-2026 09:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Tyneside Council hopes the proposed homes will prevent the council spending increasing sums on out of borough care.
  
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• State Pensioners with arthritis can get up to £441 a month from DWP - eligibility rules

  13-03-2026 09:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pensioners with arthritis or other similar health conditions that affect the joints are being urged to check if they qualify for extra money from the DWP
  
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• UK travellers issued urgent 'check your passport now' warning ahead of Easter holidays

  13-03-2026 08:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are two things in particular that you need to check on your passport or risk being turned away at the airport
  
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• County Durham farmer inspires over 2,000 pupils with farming and food lessons - The Northern Farmer

  13-03-2026 07:00
  County Durham farmer inspires over 2,000 pupils with farming and food lessons  The Northern Farmer
  
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• 'Fighting to keep the lights on': Newcastle restaurant shares challenges of life in 'party city'

  13-03-2026 05:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Closed days and empty restaurants: ChronicleLive investigates the reality of running a restaurant in Newcastle in 2026
  
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• The 121-year-old drink recipe found in a drawer that triggered a £38m takeover of North East firm

  13-03-2026 03:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The original ginger beer recipe lay in a drawer for decades until it provided the inspiration for Fentimans' revival
  
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• Son's plea as Newcastle mum's disappearance linked to Suffolk strangler

  13-03-2026 01:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kurtis Pratt has told of the moment he discovered his mother Kellie's disappearance was linked to serial killer Steve Wright
  
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