County Durham news

• 'Underused' mortgage type 'many don't know about' good for self-employed

  13-06-2026 07:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One broker said they were a 'missed opportunity'
  
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• Key details after fire brigade called to blaze near Jesmond Dene House

  13-06-2026 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters tackled a blaze 'in the grounds of Jesmond Dene House'
  
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• North East youngsters taught essential self-rescue techniques after heatwave drownings

  13-06-2026 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vital live-saving skills are are being taught across North East pools as part of drowning prevention week 2026
  
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• Tyneside football team to take on epic cycle challenge fundraising for prostate cancer

  13-06-2026 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Marden over 40's Football Team will be riding 41-miles on Saturday to raise vital funds
  
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• Newcastle fire LIVE: Updates as firefighters leave scene near Jesmond Dene House

  13-06-2026 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters are on the scene of an incident said to be in the grounds of Jesmond Dene House.
  
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• The true crime club operating in the heart of Newcastle with 1800 members

  13-06-2026 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Members can meet at the Maldron Hotel to discuss an unsolved criminal case every other Saturday
  
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• Sunderland's Europa League qualification expected to boost North East tourism industry

  13-06-2026 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Europa League games being held on Thursday nights has led to hopes that visiting fans will spend the weekend in the region, rather than being chartered in and out for the match itself
  
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• British tourists warned as easyJet flight met by police at Tenerife Airport

  13-06-2026 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A flight from London Gatwick to Tenerife was met by police upon arrival this week after 12 passengers allegedly caused disruption on board
  
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• Incredible total raised at Picnic in the Park 2026 to support charity's work across North East

  13-06-2026 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Picnic in the Park 2026 raises over £3,000 for local services
  
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• Weather maps show date North East will hit 23C as temperatures to rise this week

  13-06-2026 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It comes as the Met Office predicts a spell of 'very warm or hot' weather for the UK before the end of June
  
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• CCTV image released in search for missing Northumberland man last seen a month ago

  13-06-2026 14:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police have appealed to the public for help as they continue efforts to locate Paul, who was last seen in Alnwick on May 13
  
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• Newcastle city centre LIVE: Updates amid heavy police presence for Saturday demonstrations

  13-06-2026 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A huge Northumbria Police presence was in Newcastle city centre on Saturday as rival demonstrations take place.
  
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• Newcastle fire LIVE: Updates as firefighters leave scene nearJesmond Dene House

  13-06-2026 14:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters are on the scene of an incident said to be in the grounds of Jesmond Dene House.
  
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• Key details after police cordon erected in County Durham street

  13-06-2026 13:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have been present in Peterlee throughout Saturday morning.
  
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• The ancient Newcastle street that was erased and buried beneath concrete, steel and glass

  13-06-2026 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  High Friar Street was demolished in the early 1970s during the construction of Eldon Square Shopping Centre
  
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• County Durham police incident LIVE: Updates as police cordon and forensics on Peterlee street

  13-06-2026 12:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There is a large police presence in Passfield Way, Peterlee
  
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• Newcastle fire LIVE: Updates as firefighters called to fire near Jesmond Dene House

  13-06-2026 11:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters are on the scene of an incident said to be in the grounds of Jesmond Dene House.
  
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• Man arrested coming into Newcastle Airport after allegedly attacking ex

  13-06-2026 11:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Harrison is accused of restricting his former partner's breathing by putting his foot on her neck and pulling out a clump of her hair during the suspected incident two months ago
  
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• How much you can be fined if you take your child on holiday in term time

  13-06-2026 11:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Unauthorised school absences can result in hefty fines or legal action - here are the rules and the penalties that can be imposed
  
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• Kevin Keegan's Newcastle United Harley-Davidson to be auctioned for Cancer Research UK

  13-06-2026 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 1990 Sportster, finished in a unique Newcastle United F.C. livery, has been owned from new by the football legend, with a percentage of proceeds going to Cancer Research UK
  
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• UK measles update with urgent warning to parents as over 100 new cases confirmed

  13-06-2026 10:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Families have been urged to make sure children have the MMR or MMRV vaccines for 'the best and safest protection against measles'
  
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• New road cameras to issue fines over phone rule that catches out many drivers

  13-06-2026 10:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New AI cameras are being trialled to detect drivers using their mobile phones - but research has shown more than half of motorists aren't aware of what's illegal
  
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• Grandad picks up wrong child from nursery and drives away as mum left with 'worst nightmare'

  13-06-2026 08:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jody Riley was working in a nearby café when she received a phone call every parent dreads - that a stranger had collected her daughter nursery
  
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• Horror as innocent dad stabbed at UK caravan park as family holiday turned into 'nightmare'

  13-06-2026 07:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The holidaymaker was left fighting for life after being stabbed while on a family holiday
  
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• Travel discounts scheme worth over £1,500 a year - check if you qualify

  13-06-2026 05:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People with several health conditions may qualify
  
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• DVSA update as it urges learners to follow rules or risk driving test cancellation

  13-06-2026 04:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many changes have been made to the way people book their tests
  
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• Meet the 33 dogs waiting to find loving homes after a stay in North East kennels

  13-06-2026 01:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Meet the adorable dogs looking for their forever home
  
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• The Swing Bridge at 150 - a Victorian-age engineering marvel linking Newcastle and Gateshead

  13-06-2026 01:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Tyne crossing opened to road traffic in June 1876 - and swung open for the first time a few weeks later
  
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• Postcode Lottery results with winning streets in Sunderland and Newcastle

  13-06-2026 01:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Over the last seven days streets across the region were among the locations where players have won a £1,000 prize
  
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• Inside the North Shields riverside penthouse with stunning views over the Tyne

  13-06-2026 01:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The property is up for auction via Pattinson estate agents with a starting bid of £645,000. Take a look around.
  
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