County Durham news

• Tiger King star Carole Baskin issues statement after Yorkshire Wildlife Park death

  12-10-2026 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tiger King star Carole Baskin has offered her condolences to the family of the man who died following a tiger attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, while insisting the animal "was not doing anything wrong."
  
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• Gateshead rape victim's agonising wait for justice as attacker's sentence is adjourned eight times

  18-10-2026 02:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Noah Burge was attacked on a Gateshead river bank almost three years ago and feels the justice system has failed them
  
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• DVSA shares good news update for learner drivers saying 'we won't stop'

  18-10-2026 01:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Roads Minister Justin Madders said "the action we're taking is delivering results"
  
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• Then and Now: The Gateshead department store that attracted generations of shoppers

  18-10-2026 01:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Littlewoods on the town’s High Street was a retail favourite between 1939 and 2005
  
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• Proposed overhaul of North Tyneside education a year on - timeline of the biggest shake-up in decades

  18-10-2026 01:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Last year saw council proposals for the biggest shake-up in local education in decades.
  
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• Brazen Newcastle shoplifting gang loaded boxes with booze and meat before fleeing Jesmond store

  18-10-2026 01:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darren Danks and his accomplices were identified from CCTV and later arrested
  
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• The hidden dangers of the electric bike craze that parents and young people must know about

  18-10-2026 01:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria's Police and Crime Commissioner Susan Dungworth on why tackling this menace is a key priority after tragedies
  
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• Inside the Northumbria Police investigation that saw detectives snare 'sickening' fraud network

  18-10-2026 01:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vile criminals targeted the elderly and vulnerable in lucrative 'courier fraud' operation
  
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• Look inside the Grade II Listed country house in Northumberland up for sale for £1.65 million

  18-10-2026 01:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The detached property in Chathill, near Bamburgh, has nine bedrooms and five bathrooms
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing spoiler leaves fans 'gutted' over Icons Week bottom two as star axed

  18-10-2026 00:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Another couple have left Strictly Come Dancing after Saturday night's Icons week special delighted fans
  
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• Rioters torch town halls during nationwide French protests as Macron issues stern warning

  17-10-2026 23:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Organisers, including the CGT labour union and students’ organisations, said about 800,000 demonstrators took to the streets
  
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• BBC comedian targeted in London mugging attempt while fetching medicine for wife

  17-10-2026 22:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  BBC comedian Paul Whitehouse was the victim of a mugging attempt in Islington, London, while fetching medicine for his wife, Dr Mine Conkbayir, who had shared publicly that she had had a "bad reaction" to some treatment
  
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• 20 photos of Newcastle United fans at St James' Park as Toon lose 1-0 at home to Aston Villa

  17-10-2026 21:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Villa midfielder Johan Manzambi, who almost joined the Magpies in the summer, scored the only goal of the game
  
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• Strictly's Josh Widdicombe under fire after early blunder in Icons Week opener

  17-10-2026 21:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing presenter Josh Widdicombe has come under fire from some fans after stumbling over his words within seconds of Icons Week starting on Saturday night.
  
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• Meet the talented eight-year-old Wallsend girl who has more than 250 trophies and awards to her name

  17-10-2026 21:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alica Georgiev practices seven different types of dance and attends 12 lessons per week
  
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• British Gas warns 34,000 households could face boiler breakdowns as temperatures drop

  17-10-2026 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  British Gas has issued an urgent warning to 34,000 UK homeowners as temperatures drop, urging households to check their boilers ahead of the cold snap this weekend
  
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• DWP sending letters to 6 million households about £150 Warm Home Discount support

  17-10-2026 20:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions is sending letters to six million households between October and December about a £150 Warm Home Discount energy bill rebate. Letters will either confirm that you will receive that amount off your bill or invite you to call a helpline to check your eligibility.
  
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• Robins will flock to your garden if you put out this £1 treat in October

  17-10-2026 20:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robins are a delight to spot in gardens, and mealworms are one item they especially adore. Leave them out this autumn and these charming garden birds are highly likely to pay you a visit.
  
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• Northumberland MP hits out at housing firm Taylor Wimpey over 'fire and rehire threat' to workers

  17-10-2026 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ian Lavery criticised Taylor Wimpey in Parliament
  
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• North East Mayor pledges £1.5 million to local charities and community projects

  17-10-2026 20:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The announced funding will benefit many community projects in the region
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Saturday, October 17

  17-10-2026 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws
  
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• Inside the 'impressive' Darras Hall home on the market for over £1.5million

  17-10-2026 19:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This five-bedroom home is situated within a cul-de-sac in the highly desirable area of Darras Hall
  
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• Teacher, 25, who 'fought for the underdog' dies in Oregon school shooting alongside students

  17-10-2026 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Relatives described Meghan as a funny and caring woman
  
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• Gateshead mum with terminal cancer defies doctors who said she would not walk again

  17-10-2026 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anita Geldard has spoken about the power of routine and ritual when you are terminally ill after she was diagnosed with a rare form of lymphoma
  
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• Britney Spears fantasy becomes a reality for North East mum celebrating her 40th birthday

  17-10-2026 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michelle Bulmer achieved her dream of celebrating her 40th birthday in unforgettable style by slipping into the iconic red catsuit made famous by Britney Spears
  
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• Serial shoplifter jailed and banned from every Sainsbury's across County Durham

  17-10-2026 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Louise Walker, 45, has been banned from every Sainsbury's store in County Durham after being jailed for being a prolific shoplifter
  
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• DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment will be higher for some pensioners

  17-10-2026 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Winter Fuel Payments will soon start entering bank accounts of millions of pensioners — but not everyone receives the same amount
  
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• DVLA issues warning to drivers over 70 about important rule they must not forget

  17-10-2026 16:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers born before 1956 who fail to renew their driving licence correctly could be slapped with a fine of up to £1,000
  
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• Ex-professional footballer walks into court topless saying his 'jumper stinks'

  17-10-2026 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Purvis was in the dock after brandishing the broken glass bottle at undercover police officers in Newcastle city centre
  
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• Newcastle's Inn Collection Group poised to acquire more pubs with accommodation

  17-10-2026 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Inn Collection Group has had a strong year with plans to continue investing over the coming years
  
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