County Durham news

• Tyneside house shut down by council after 'persistent' criminal activity

  15-07-2026 15:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A closure order has been granted for the property, making it an offence for anyone to enter the building
  
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• England v Argentina LIVE: Thousands of fans in Newcastle as World Cup semi-final gets underway

  15-07-2026 21:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two countries will compete for a place against Spain in the final on Sunday
  
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• Angry driver with knife tried to mow down man in middle of busy North East street

  15-07-2026 21:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Luke Lancaster 'saw red' and drove his car at towards two men in the middle of a busy street
  
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• 25 photos as Peter Rabbit art trail launches across Newcastle and North Tyneside

  15-07-2026 21:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The last of the 96 sculptures was unveiled at Newcastle Civic Centre
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday, July 15

  15-07-2026 20:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws
  
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• England v Argentina LIVE: Three Lions line-up announced ahead of World Cup semi-final

  15-07-2026 19:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two countries will compete for a place against Spain in the final on Sunday
  
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• Elliot Anderson's former teachers' pride as Whitley Bay lad set for England vs Argentina start

  15-07-2026 19:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steven Anderson and Sarah Fitzpatrick hope that Elliot Anderson will spur England to a win over Argentina in the World Cup semi final tonight
  
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• Funeral notices in the Chronicle last week including tributes to a 'generous man who shall be greatly missed'

  15-07-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
  
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• 'I had to save the children' - John Henry Sayers speaks after being cleared of attacking arsonist that targeted his home

  15-07-2026 18:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Just hours after returning to Newcastle the dad-of-six has spoken exclusively to ChronicleLive
  
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• Plea to stop 'exploitative' social media videos of homeless people on Newcastle streets

  15-07-2026 17:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 4,000 people have signed a petition condemning a social media videos showing vulnerable people on the streets of Newcastle, calling the trend "public humiliation for entertainment”
  
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• North East residents warned about FIFA Lottery scam targeting households during the World Cup

  15-07-2026 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A female from Northumberland received a fraudulent letter claiming she had won an international lottery payout
  
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• Hexham MP 'horrified' to see antisemitic and racist graffiti on play park

  15-07-2026 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joe Morris said that the graffiti was 'deeply upsetting' in a 'tolerant and welcoming place'
  
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• As England face Argentina, drivers could be fined or get points if they do 2 things

  15-07-2026 17:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Football fans driving to or from watching the England v Argentina World Cup semi-final risk penalty points and unlimited fines if they do two seemingly innocent things behind the wheel
  
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• Man arrested over alleged social media threat to shoot Nigel Farage

  15-07-2026 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man in his 20s was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of sending threatening communications
  
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• Lost wedding dress found on Tyne and Wear Metro reunited with bride

  15-07-2026 17:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The wedding dress has now been claimed - but the mystery of how it ended up on a train remains partially unsolved
  
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• North East beach hero describes 12ft waves and dangerous riptide conditions as he rescued boy

  15-07-2026 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Army veteran Craig Wiltshire was among a team of strangers who risked their lives to rescue a young boy from dangerous riptide conditions
  
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• Major update on investigation into Cullercoats beach bathing water quality

  15-07-2026 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbrian Water has shared an update on the investigation
  
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• Kids "don't get a second go" to grow up, warns national charity over High Borrans closure

  15-07-2026 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Calls to reverse North Tyneside Council's decision to close its outdoor education centre High Borrans continue, as UK Youth weighs in
  
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• Whitley Bay locals could have say on middle schools joining forces by September

  15-07-2026 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two Whitley Bay middle schools are exploring the idea of joining forces, and the wider community could have a say by September
  
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• Tyneside shipyard hopeful of securing new UK-Netherlands war ship building work

  15-07-2026 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The owner of the A&P yard in Hebburn has pitched for part of the £2.4bn work
  
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• 'They have got three World Cups, share the wealth' - Households split as England take on Argentina

  15-07-2026 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  99% of the North East will be cheering on England tonight, but Argentina is not without its supporters in our region
  
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• Wildfire horror as seven Brits including woman, 93, killed in Spain

  15-07-2026 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The deaths follow frequent heatwaves in Spain over the years exceeding 40C
  
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• Asda staff do Dan Burn dance ahead of England vs Argentina in World Cup semi final

  15-07-2026 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Staff at Asda's head office donned Dan Burn masks and recreated his viral dance from 2023 to cheer on the Newcastle and England defender, who worked at the Blyth store aged 16
  
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• North East McDonald's giving away free food and drinks today only

  15-07-2026 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has renamed the Saver Menu in honour of Jordan Pickford
  
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• Old Tyne and Wear Metro track to be used to create new South Shields war memorial

  15-07-2026 13:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 10 metres of track will be turned into a memorial to British soldiers who served in the Asia-Pacific region during World War Two
  
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• Three charged in connection with man's death after alleged attack on Ladies Day in Newcastle

  15-07-2026 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  55-year-old Simon Beston died in hospital three weeks after he was allegedly assaulted in Newcastle City Centre
  
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• New Northumberland padel venue with bar and saunas to open doors within weeks

  15-07-2026 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Padelsphere will be one of Northumberland's largest dedicated indoor sport venues featuring three courts and changing rooms
  
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• North East art charity that showcased northern talent announces closure

  15-07-2026 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bowes Museum in County Durham and The Biscuit Factory in Newcastle were among venues to exhibit New Light Art
  
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• Greggs' summer sales could be hampered by baking UK temperatures, experts warn

  15-07-2026 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bakery chain had seen some impact in last July's warm weather
  
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• Millions to retire later as plans to accelerate pension age increase revealed

  15-07-2026 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The increase means millions face working an extra year under the plans
  
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