County Durham news

• Huge changes to Euromillions include BIGGER jackpot

  05-02-2020 11:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New rules for the EuroMillions come into play, which mean the jackpot will grow faster and be bigger
  
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• North East property shut down by police for being hotspot for drugs and anti-social behaviour

  28-01-2026 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation was carried out after members of the public complained about an address in Sulgrave
  
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• Americans who travelled UK for one year say Newcastle deserves way more credit

  28-01-2026 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  American content creators Jeremy and Cara explained why Newcastle upon Tyne made it into their top 10 best places to visit in the UK for 2026 beating both Pembrokeshire and Glasgow
  
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• What you need to know as further flood warning issued for the North East

  28-01-2026 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One flood alert remains in place in the North East with the Environment Agency closely monitoring the situation
  
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• 80p bathroom buy could put a stop to mould

  28-01-2026 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mould is a persistent problem in many UK homes, but experts say an everyday item may be the simple solution
  
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• What we know after police tape off section of new build estate after man found seriously injured

  28-01-2026 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police confirmed that a man in his 50s was found with serious injuries in the Hotspur North area of Backworth, North Tyneside
  
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• Vera's Brenda Blethyn issues update after living away from husband

  28-01-2026 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV Vera star Brenda Blethyn has clarified her separate apartment arrangement with husband Michael Mayhew in Kent is temporary, not permanent
  
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• Aldi tease new North East stores as 40 locations part of £370m UK expansion

  28-01-2026 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aldi has announced plans to open 40 new stores across the UK as part of a £370 million investment programme, with Newcastle, Sunderland and more among locations on the list.
  
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• State pension £25,140 tax threshold decision update as plan backing soars

  28-01-2026 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A petition demanding that pensioners receive a distinct tax code to prevent them breaching the basic income tax threshold could force a Commons debate
  
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• What we know after A19 closed following multi-vehicle collision in North Tyneside

  28-01-2026 14:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A19 Northbound was closed between Silverlink and Holystone following a multi-vehicle collision
  
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• Snow predicted in February chilly snap as Met Office warns of 'wintry showers'

  28-01-2026 13:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Weather systems from the Atlantic will have an impact on the UK over the coming weeks
  
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• DWP to start Universal Credit fraud measures targeting three areas from this week

  28-01-2026 13:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A warning is being issued to benefit claimants over the consequences of not reporting changes of circumstances to the DWP
  
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• UK driveway rule change is 'good news' for thousands of drivers

  28-01-2026 13:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Government planning reforms could cut red tape for renters and households without driveways, making home electric vehicle charging cheaper and easier
  
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• Full list of EU holiday sports where Brits face new £17 charge to enter

  28-01-2026 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The European Union has announced that the ETIAS visa-waiver will launch between October and December 2026, with fees nearly tripling from the original £6 to £17
  
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• Ryanair makes major change to size of bags passengers can take onboard

  28-01-2026 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryanair has increased the size of its free small personal bag, giving passengers a slightly bigger luggage allowance on board
  
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• Exact date Met Office weather maps show snow will hit North East again

  28-01-2026 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It will remain cold and wet over the coming days and there's also more snow forecast for the North East - here's what the weather charts show
  
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• New guidance on Nipah virus as 'up to 75 per cent of people infected will die'

  28-01-2026 12:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) estimated that between 40 and 75 per cent of people infected with the virus will die
  
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• British Airways plane 'taken out of service' after losing wheel during Las Vegas take-off

  28-01-2026 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The flight was departing Harry Reid International Airport, in Las Vegas
  
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• Backworth police incident LIVE: Updates as investigation launched after man found with serious injuries

  28-01-2026 12:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two police cordons were put in place on a new build estate in Backworth, North Tyneside with officers at the scene
  
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• Backworth police incident LIVE: Updates as huge cordon around grassland on residential estate

  28-01-2026 12:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two police cordons are in place on a new build estate in Backworth, North Tyneside with officers at the scene
  
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• People with a common health condition told not to sleep with a pillow

  28-01-2026 11:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A study has found that stacking two pillows in bed was linked to higher pressure inside the eye among glaucoma patients
  
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• DWP may give money back to thousands of benefit claimants after 'scandal'

  28-01-2026 11:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A consumer expert has explained why people who receive one particular Government benefit could get money back from the DWP
  
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• Brenda Blethyn on life after Vera and having no plans to retire as she nears 80

  28-01-2026 10:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera star Brenda Blethyn has been a household name for more than three decades, but the actress has said she still suffers from impostor syndrome
  
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• Martin Lewis shares exact time to get car and home insurance for cheaper price

  28-01-2026 09:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One woman was able to save £445 on her car insurance after following a useful rule from the consumer journalist - here's more information
  
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• EasyJet flight declares fuel emergency mid-air and makes diversion

  28-01-2026 09:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The aircraft had to circle for several minutes burning through its fuel reserves.
  
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• A19 crash LIVE: Updates as road closure causes huge delays

  28-01-2026 09:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A section of the A19 has been closed in following reports of a multi-vehicle collision
  
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• Full list of North East flood alerts after days of heavy rain from Storm Chandra

  28-01-2026 09:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some North East residents were urged to "act now" as flooding was expected in the area
  
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• Tesco and Lidl issue 'do not eat' warnings as food products recalled - full list

  28-01-2026 09:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Both supermarkets have recalled food items and shoppers have been asked to return them to their nearest stores - here are full details of the products
  
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• Expert shares easy, quick and cheap cleaning tips that keep your driveway mess-free

  28-01-2026 09:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The tips are as easy as they are affordable
  
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• North East weather: Maps show 600-mile UK blizzard could bring up to 100cm snow

  28-01-2026 04:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Weather maps suggest Storm Chandra could be followed by six-day February blizzard affecting the entire length of the UK
  
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