County Durham news

• Cineworld multiplexes set opening dates as blockbuster summer beckons

  16-06-2020 11:45
  
  The cinema chain's four regional multiplexes will introduce new measures to keep staff and customers safe
  
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• Thousands of drivers forced to avoid driving at night over 'fear'

  20-02-2026 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One in 10 motorists admit to being frightened to drive after dark, with one in five making fewer night journeys due to dazzling headlights from oncoming vehicles
  
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• UK garage chain with North East branches closing down as 700 jobs at risk

  20-02-2026 10:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ATS Euromaster, a garage specialising in tyres, is starting to wind down its UK operations after a long period of cost-cutting. The company said it's pursuing two buyers that have shown interest in taking over parts of the network.
  
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• Concerns raised over potential changes to Duke’s controversial Northumberland housing scheme

  20-02-2026 10:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The developers have so far been unable to find an operator for the supported living element of the scheme
  
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• Martin Lewis exposé sees major phone network lose nearly 400,000 customers

  20-02-2026 10:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The loss of customers is due to price hikes and controversy that prompted government action
  
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• UK 'first' for major supermarket as it introduces 'flexi checkouts'

  20-02-2026 10:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New smart tills are designed for speed and convenience
  
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• 'New Nostradamus' who predicted Queen's death shares chilling 2026 predictions

  20-02-2026 09:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  UK psychic Craig Hamilton-Parker, known as the 'new Nostradamus' who predicted the Queen's death and Covid-19 pandemic, has shared five startling predictions for 2026
  
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• Drink-driver fined despite SEVEN convictions for failing to give breath sample

  20-02-2026 09:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  He previously had to be pepper sprayed after he refused to get out his car following a crash
  
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• Gardener killed after ride-on lawnmower fell on him in 'unimaginable' tragedy

  20-02-2026 09:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kamil Grygieniec, 23, was working for a County Durham firm when the lawnmower he was operating ended up in a pond
  
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• State Pensioners hit by free bus pass change can get £150 travel savings - full list

  20-02-2026 09:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Retirees could save almost £150 annually on travel costs - here's a full list of discounts available and more information on what to check
  
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• Eight car features set to be banned, from touchscreens to LED headlights

  20-02-2026 09:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Common features won't be around much longer with some disappearing within four years
  
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• Nationwide says major UK change could make extra £30b available for customers

  20-02-2026 09:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  UK law is set to be amended to ease restrictions on how building societies fund their day-to-day activities
  
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• NHS measles warning issued with full list of symptoms of 'most contagious' disease

  20-02-2026 09:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East parents should ensure their children are vaccinated against measles
  
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• Taxi driver denies sexually assaulting passenger in his cab in North Tyneside

  20-02-2026 08:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Malik Masood, of Teesside, will stand trial next March accused of sexual assault
  
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• Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies aged 53 following battle with ALS

  20-02-2026 07:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The US actor, best known for his role in Grey's Anatomy, died on Thursday afternoon following a battle with ALS, which he was diagnosed with last year
  
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• Calls for fairer fares on Tyne Valley railway line to match Northumberland Line

  20-02-2026 01:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The rail operator has told passengers to book in advance for cheaper tickets
  
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• Hunt for new options to replace Gateshead Flyover's lost Five Bridges skate park

  20-02-2026 01:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Skateboarding organisation Shred the North will carry out a study for Gateshead Council on how the Five Bridges skate park beneath the closed Gateshead Flyover can be replaced
  
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• Proposed North East padel and pickleball facility recommended for refusal despite popular support

  20-02-2026 01:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillors will decide the fate of a proposed sporting facility next week
  
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• 'Wicked' woman whacked poorly Tyneside pensioner over head with Prosecco bottle during robbery

  20-02-2026 01:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Victoria Pederson and another woman subjected the 74-year-old to a terrifying ordeal in her own home
  
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• National charity slams North East hospital over speech therapist role for Parkinson's patients that 'supported hundreds'

  20-02-2026 01:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Parkinson's UK said the loss of a specialist speech and language therapist role went against "clear evidence"
  
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• Healthy life expectancy in North East falls over last decade, official figures show

  20-02-2026 01:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A big gap has opened between the North East and better off areas of the country in the number of years people can expect to live in good health
  
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• TV star Si King inspired by his mum and Dave Myers as he backs campaign after visiting North East care firm

  19-02-2026 22:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Si King, formerly one half of the TV's Hairy Bikers, visited a North East care team to support its new campaign
  
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• Lambing season underway as Northumberland farm welcomes adorable new additions

  19-02-2026 22:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sets of triplets are among the new woolly additions at Whitehouse Farm
  
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• Unemployment in North East rises to highest level in 10 years

  19-02-2026 21:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East Chamber of Commerce said the new figures showed the scale of the challenges for those out of work
  
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• Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor released under investigation after arrest

  19-02-2026 21:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and has been released under investigation by police.
  
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• 'Deplorable' Northumberland pervert who discussed sexually abusing baby jailed for sex offences

  19-02-2026 21:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryan Michelini admitted a series of offences, including engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child and taking, making and distributing indecent images
  
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• NHS norovirus alert as hospital cases hit 'highest level' this winter

  19-02-2026 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The average daily number of norovirus patients in hospitals has exceeded 1,000 for the first time this winter
  
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• Council tax rises for every area in Northumberland, Tyne and Wear, and Durham explained

  19-02-2026 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  While several North East councils are going for the maximum 4.99% council tax rise this year, that is not the case across the board
  
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• North East safe traffic management worker drove at 120mph on A1 in luxury Mercedes while on drugs

  19-02-2026 20:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yousef Majid was followed by police driving dangerously from Washington and past Team Valley on the A1
  
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• New council tax rates for Northumberland households after increase agreed

  19-02-2026 20:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Taxpayers will face a raise of 4.99% on last year
  
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