County Durham news

• 'Hero' County Durham 10-year-old honoured with prestigious award by Prince Harry

  22-09-2026 21:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  William Messer, from Stanley, was a winner at the 2026 WellChild Awards, after being nominated by his day Gary
  
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• RAF jet crashes moments after take-off in North Wales airfield

  23-09-2026 15:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Witnesses say two pilots managed to eject from the aircraft shortly before it crashed in north Wales today
  
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• Poland scrambles military to action after Russian airspace 'violation'

  23-09-2026 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Russian helicopter is reported to have breached Polish airspace, prompting a strong reaction
  
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• North East young people urged to make vital check as £76m sit in unclaimed savings

  23-09-2026 14:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scores of youngsters in the region remain unaware they have accounts with savings in them, with many reaching the age of 18 without claiming the money
  
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• Gateshead football pitch destroyed by fireworks as devastated club left 'outraged'

  23-09-2026 13:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 3G pitch at Gateshead Redheugh FC was hit with fireworks on Saturday evening, leaving a section of it blackened and burnt
  
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• Great North Run message for anyone who has missed out on ballot place for 2027

  23-09-2026 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Around 63,000 runners took on the famous half-marathon from Newcastle to South Shields this year and many have signed up for next year
  
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• Northumberland polar explorer documents plight of Hen Harriers with award winning photography

  23-09-2026 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Polar explorer, conservationist and photographer Conrad Dickinson has won a major award in the world’s largest bird photography competition
  
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• In Pictures: Gateshead work continues after flooding on Great North Run day

  23-09-2026 13:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbrian Water engineers are working in the area, with staff from Gateshead Council, as a result of the burst on a water main near Askew Road
  
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• Tragedy as mum, 34, found dead hadn't received ADHD assessment after three years

  23-09-2026 13:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bethany Hewitt told her doctor she had dark thoughts about hurting herself, the inquest into her death has heard
  
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• Northumbrian Water update as work continues to repair Gateshead burst water main

  23-09-2026 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alongside Gateshead Council, engineers from the water company are working to 'make the area safe' after the burst on a water main near Askew Road
  
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• 'Loving' teen screamed driver's name in final moments before car plunged into river

  23-09-2026 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eden Bunn, 16, and driver Declan Berry, 18, died following the crash earlier this year
  
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• Big PIP applications update amid review as DWP issues statement

  23-09-2026 12:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Key change to be 'extended to all customers' applying for Personal Independence Payments, Sir Stephen Timms says
  
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• 'It was pure hell': On this day 50 years ago, a terrible fire at Swan Hunter killed eight shipyard workers

  23-09-2026 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eight people died and six were injured working on HMS Glasgow at Swan Hunter's Neptune yard in Walker, Newcastle, in 1976
  
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• Tribute to former Newcastle Chronicle political editor Peter Young, who has died aged 81

  23-09-2026 11:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Peter Young was praised for his work in the House of Commons when he retired from his role at the Newcastle Chronicle
  
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• Body tragically found in search for Wearside man missing since early May

  23-09-2026 11:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin, who was aged 63, and from the Hetton-le-Hole area, was originally reported missing on Saturday, May 2
  
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• North Tyneside dog and alcohol rules renewed - including ban on dogs in play parks

  23-09-2026 10:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Tyneside residents have backed the continuation of restrictions on dogs and the consumption of alcohol in public.
  
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• Newcastle council tax support changes could see more people qualify for bill reductions

  23-09-2026 10:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Significant changes are being consulted on that could see the scheme become more generous for some residents
  
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• Andy Burnham UN speech's six key points as he says 'Britain is back'

  23-09-2026 10:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In his first UN speech, Andy Burnham accused Russian agencies of spreading disinformation, said a UK-US AI defence partnership was being developed and pledged to unveil a 10-year plan on jobs and affordability later this year.
  
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• Waitrose issues 'do not consume' warning over drink due to risk of contamination

  23-09-2026 10:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The product has been recalled and shoppers are being asked to return it to their nearest Waitrose store for a refund
  
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• Rescuers confirm total of six whales dead after 'stranding' incident off Northumberland coast

  23-09-2026 08:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Six pilot whales have died in Northumberland this week.
  
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• Seven items you need at home after 'Russia attack threat', including bottle

  23-09-2026 08:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A soldier has listed the seven items everyone should now keep at home, from 'cold' food to £30 cash
  
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• Redheugh Bridge overnight closure announced for 'routine maintenance works'

  23-09-2026 08:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Redheugh Bridge will be closed on Sunday.
  
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• All the North East areas where 5G+ is being switched on for 02 customers

  23-09-2026 04:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  O2’s 5G+ network is available to customers with compatible devices at no extra cost - here's where it will be available
  
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• Tyne Housing plans approved for Sunderland building despite objections from concerned residents

  23-09-2026 02:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An application from Tyne Housing Association to create supported accommodation on Elms West, Sunderland, was approved
  
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• 30-year friendship ended when Wallsend man attacked woman after she threatened to call his mother

  23-09-2026 01:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Said, of Wallsend, left the woman bleeding from a gash to her forehead in the attack during a post-Christmas catch-up
  
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• Newcastle council projecting overspend of more than £6m by end of financial year

  23-09-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It is not uncommon for a council to predict such an overspend at this stage of the year
  
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• Newcastle drug dealer dressed as Just Eat delivery rider was dropping off more than food

  23-09-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Olsi Vata, who was in the UK illegally, was caught with packets of cocaine and cannabis worth thousands of pounds
  
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• 'Much-loved' great-grandfather, 82, fatally stabbed as he sat in his front garden

  22-09-2026 22:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Julian Donoher, 51, was given a hospital order after fatally stabbing his 'much-loved' neighbour
  
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• Anger as abandoned car remains on Northumberland beach after four days

  22-09-2026 22:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The vehicle was abandoned on the Northumberland beach last week and posses a threat to public safety and the environment
  
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• Tragedy as woman and three children die in Merseyside house fire

  22-09-2026 21:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters found four casualties showing no signs of life in the upstairs bedroom of the home
  
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