County Durham news

• DWP Cold Weather Payment eligibility checker - see if your postcode is getting £25 payment

  26-11-2025 09:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Cold Weather Payment scheme provides financial support to households when the temperature drops to zero degrees or below for seven consecutive days
  
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• Dog killed and owner injured after being struck by vehicle in South Shields

  08-01-2026 23:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men have been charged in connection with a suspected attempted assault which resulted in a dog being killed
  
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• Police appeal for missing Northumberland man last seen leaving hotel

  08-01-2026 22:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin, from Prudhoe, was last spotted leaving the Grand Hotel in Seaburn just before 2am
  
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• Woman smashed Newcastle Brown Ale bottle over man's head in shocking city centre attack

  08-01-2026 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Victoria Murray left her victim covered in alcohol and needing stitches after assaulting him on Percy Street in Newcastle city centre
  
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• Man in 40s arrested after vehicle crashed into twice and windows smashed in Newcastle

  08-01-2026 20:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating a report of a disturbance on Walker Road in Newcastle
  
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• Heartbreak as Newcastle restaurant confirms closure months after making Michelin guide

  08-01-2026 20:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In a statement posted to social media, Hide, on Chillingham Road in Heaton, told customers of the decision 'with much sadness and a heavy heart'
  
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• Home Bargains confirms 18 new store openings in UK and promises 'more to come'

  08-01-2026 20:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bargain retailer has seen success in 2025, and they aren't interested in slowing down anytime soon
  
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• Kevin Keegan cancer diagnosis sees charities show support for Newcastle United legend

  08-01-2026 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The charities have shown their support in force, saying 'We’re with you all the way Kev'
  
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• Sadness as historic Northumberland football club folds with immediate effect

  08-01-2026 20:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bedlington Terriers were locked out of their Dr. Pit Welfare Ground in July 2025
  
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• Set For Life winning numbers LIVE: Lottery results for Thursday, January 8

  08-01-2026 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tonight's Set For Life could see one player scoop £10,000 every month for 30 years
  
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• Heartbreak as Gateshead mum's life 'turned upside down' by terminal cancer diagnosis

  08-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mum-of-three Diane Cuthbertson fears she may have been exposed to asbestos dust brought home on her dad's work clothes
  
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• Headteacher's tribute to 'remarkable' girl who died after medical episode at South Shields school

  08-01-2026 18:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aimee Wood, 16, who was a 'friend to all' tragically passed away following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College
  
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• Mum and brother appear in court to face manslaughter charges over North Shields teen's fire death

  08-01-2026 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 18-year-old died after a fierce blaze tore through her North Shields home
  
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• Man fighting for life after hit and run in Spennymoor with two murder bid arrests

  08-01-2026 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an attempted murder investigation with a cordon in place and crime scene investigators on site
  
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• North Tyneside Council gives update on Spanish City's 'Dancing Ladies' over a year after removal

  08-01-2026 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The local authority maintains it is working to ensure the return of the sculptures to the Dome
  
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• North East health figures back move to ban junk food adverts on TV before 9pm

  08-01-2026 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Junk food adverts can no longer be shown on TV before 9pm or online at all, after new legislation was brought in by the Government
  
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• Eight Durham police officers suspended over alleged misbehaviour on Spain holiday

  08-01-2026 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The investigation is said to relate to alleged misbehaviour on a trip to Spain and involves an inappropriate tattoo
  
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• Newcastle star Harvey Barnes' girlfriend posts one word reaction to winner after 'missing' game

  08-01-2026 16:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Naomi Dann, the other half of Newcastle United goal hero Harvey Barnes wasn't at St James' for the thrilling win over Leeds
  
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• Thug punched and kicked vulnerable man and left him seriously injured at roadside

  08-01-2026 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Jefferson, 65, jumped out of his car to carry out the 'awful' attack and later attempted to claim self-defence
  
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• Robson Green takes Rev Richard Coles to one of Northumberland's 'best-kept secrets'

  08-01-2026 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Northumberland coastline hidden gem left the TV star in awe as the fourth series of Robson Green's Weekend Escapes returns to screens
  
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• No charges over Northumberland bus station attack that left man with broken jaw as suspect ruled out of probe

  08-01-2026 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The victim, in his 30s, was also spat at during the incident
  
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• DVLA could be handed new powers to seize cars with illegal 'ghost' plates

  08-01-2026 15:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The issue has been discussed for many months now
  
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• Leah Casson manslaughter case updates as mother and brother appear in court

  08-01-2026 15:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Louis Casson, 19, and Danielle Johnson, 43, of North Tyneside, are due to appear in court today
  
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• Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali and wife Juliette welcome baby son hours after Leeds win

  08-01-2026 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There was more to celebrate for NUFC star Sandro Tonali after the nail-biting win against Leeds on Wednesday
  
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• Labour U-turn over pub business rates amid fears of widespread closures

  08-01-2026 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The news is welcomed by landlords across the country
  
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• 'Inadequate' Newcastle sexual health clinic to be put back in NHS hands

  08-01-2026 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Sunderland and South Tyneside NHS Foundation Trust will take over Newcastle's sexual health clinic, after CQC inspectors issued a damning verdict on its current private operators
  
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• BBC TV licence fee future in doubt as Government considers advertising

  08-01-2026 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK Government has started the process of renewing the BBC's charter with a former culture secretary warning the "status quo" of funding through the TV licence fee is no longer an option
  
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• Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to anyone with Sky Mobile as bills set to rise

  08-01-2026 15:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Money Saving Expert is urging users to act quickly as many only have 30 days to leave their contract.
  
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• UK drivers face September rule change with £800 extra costs

  08-01-2026 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MPs warn rural drivers could pay £800 more annually in fuel costs as Chancellor's decision to phase out fuel duty freeze takes effect from September
  
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• Full list of 2026 benefit amounts as increases confirmed by DWP and HMRC

  08-01-2026 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  State Pension, Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment and Child Benefit are among the benefits set to rise this year
  
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