Gateshead news

• Rafa Benitez likes his facts - and here's 10 on Geordie life to be going on with

  11-03-2016 20:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Newcastle United boss famously detailed 'facts' showing Sir Alex Ferguson got preferential treatment
  
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• Take That superfans fighting to get Gary Barlow to sing at Blyth girl's 18th birthday party

  11-03-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans Jess and Abbie met while queueing to see Take That and discovered they share a birthday - now they're hoping Gary will sing at a special party
  
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• Police investigate alleged attack on prisoner by staff at Durham youth offenders' institute

  11-03-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A West Denton teenager told his mother he was 'set about on' by staff at HMYOI Deerbolt in Barnard Castle and an investigation is ongoing
  
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• How would you like to live in a house with your own turret? This historic chapel is on the market

  11-03-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Harlow Hill Church in Northumberland has been put on the residential market with an opportunity to redevelop the disused property into a dream home
  
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• EU referendum: Brexit for North East would not be an economic disaster, says Chris Grayling

  11-03-2016 18:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leader of the House of Commons Chris Grayling claims leaving the European Union would offer fresh opportunities across the country
  
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• Ofsted praise for Gateshead social workers' good relations with children - Communitycare.co.uk

  11-03-2016 18:24
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  Ofsted praise for Gateshead social workers' good relations with children
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  Ofsted has praised children's social workers in Gateshead for the trusting relationships they build with children and families. In its inspection report on Gateshead children's services, Ofsted said the borough's social workers know the children they ...
  

• Newcastle fans have their say on the appointment of Rafa Benitez

  11-03-2016 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many Toon fans welcomed the arrival of Benitez on Tyneside some expressed slight concerns over his style
  
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• Concern for missing Newcastle man Stephen Smiles as police appeal launched

  11-03-2016 18:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Smiles, 49, left his Newcastle home on Friday morning and police say they are concerned for his welfare
  
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• Tony Blair leads tributes to North East 'giant' and Durham cricket pioneer Don Robson

  11-03-2016 17:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Respects are paid following death of former leader of Durham County Council who was instrumental in bringing world-class cricket to Chester-le-Street
  
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• Tipu Sultan murder trial: Jury at Newcastle Crown Court retires to consider verdict

  11-03-2016 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jurors at Newcastle Crown Court have retired to consider verdict on the men stand accused of murdering the South Shields businessman
  
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• Watch Mark Douglas on Rafa Benitez - 'Exactly what Newcastle United needed'

  11-03-2016 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's Newcastle United Editor Mark Douglas has told of his excitement at the appointment
  
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• AshleyOut protest group hope Rafa Benitez appointment spells 'new direction' for NUFC

  11-03-2016 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The AshleyOut protest group have cautiously welcomed the appointment of Rafa Benitez at St James' Park on Friday
  
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• Newcastle United fans outside St James' Park give their views on Steve McClaren's sacking

  11-03-2016 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Supporters seem happy about the decision ahead of Monday's clash with Premier League table-toppers Leicester City
  
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• North East flying doctor to jet off to America to learn pioneering life saving techniques

  11-03-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hopes that hundreds of North East lives will be saved thanks to medical techniques pioneered by the United States Army
  
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• Newcastle - past and present side by side: Images show when then and now meet

  11-03-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A gallery of well-known Newcastle locations as viewed through a series of merged old and modern photographs
  
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• Monkseaton High School in Whitley Bay rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted after rapid progress

  11-03-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North Tyneside school has gone from 'requires improvement' to 'outstanding' in just two and a half years
  
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• Missing Ferryhill dad Darren Lawler was found just yards from his home after two-month search

  11-03-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An inquest in County Durham heard that new dad Mr Lawler, 31, died a 'drugs related death' after going missing in June last year
  
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• Images of 'old Tyneside' included in new Picturing England exhibition in Newcastle

  11-03-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Historic England presents over 70 evocative images spanning 150 years at Bessie Surtees' House in Newcastle
  
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• Darras Hall schoolgirl at centre of planning dispute is rushed to hospital

  11-03-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The family of Amelia Scott called 999 after the seven year old fell ill on Thursday and began coughing up blood
  
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• Stephen Lawrence suspect wanted in connection to alleged North East drug deal

  11-03-2016 16:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jamie Acourt's picture featured on Crimewatch as part of a police investigation into an alleged drug deal connected to the North East and London
  
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• Watch Rafa Benitez dancing on stage to a Scouse rendition of American song

  11-03-2016 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's new manager shows that he has more than just a great CV as he struts his stuff live on stage
  
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• Newcastle United job was 'too big' for Steve McClaren, fanzine writers claim

  11-03-2016 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle fans have said the next man in the hotseat will need to offer more than Alan Shearer did when he tried to save the club in 2009
  
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• 13 Geordie sayings translated into Spanish for Rafa the new Toon gaffer

  11-03-2016 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A few key Geordie words and phrases to help out Newcastle United's new Spanish manager Rafa Benitez as he arrives in Newcastle
  
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• Perdu death: Newcastle coroner opens inquest into death of man who fell in city centre club

  11-03-2016 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Clayton Davies died after falling in Newcastle city centre nightclub Perdu on February 20 this year
  
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• Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley faces row with parliament says leader of Commons

  11-03-2016 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cabinet member Chris Grayling says Toon boss Mike Ashley will see sense and give evidence to Commons committee
  
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• MPs to question whether the Northern Powerhouse is a bunch of hot air

  11-03-2016 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Businesses, organisations and individuals are invited to submit evidence to a House of Commons inquiry into the Northern Powerhouse
  
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• Who is Mr Loophole? Profile of the solicitor favoured by the rich and famous

  11-03-2016 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby is the latest celebrity to chose Mr Loophole, Nick Freeman to represent her in court
  
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• McClaren sacking: Freddy Shepherd condemns Newcastle players as 'not fit for purpose'

  11-03-2016 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Newcastle boss Freddy Shepherd said responsibility for the dire situation of the club must lie with the players
  
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• For sale: ex-RAF Tornado fighter jet listed on car selling website

  11-03-2016 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A ex-RAF Tornado has been placed up for sale on a car listings website
  
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• Ducati reveals its latest motorcycle - a £25 Meccano toy

  11-03-2016 13:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ducati has signed a deal to sell intricate Meccano toys based on its popular real-life motorcycles
  
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• Landmark South Tyneside building Hebburn Central picks up national accolades

  11-03-2016 13:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The £13bn Hebburn Central has picked up two awards recognising the building's community focused design
  
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• North East residents set to be hardest hit by council tax rises across the UK

  11-03-2016 13:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Survey reveals that council tax payers in this region face hike of around £54 compared to £8 in London
  
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• Jet2 'disruptive' passenger faces legal action after Tenerife to Newcastle flight was diverted

  11-03-2016 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plane was forced to land in Ireland on New Year's Day after the Sunderland woman became aggressive and abusive onboard
  
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• Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby banned from the roads for drink driving

  11-03-2016 12:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reality show favourite Charlotte Crosby was stopped by police in Newcastle city centre and pleaded guilty before magistrates
  
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• Gateshead FC are facing a real test of their promotion credentials - ChronicleLive

  11-03-2016 12:39
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  Gateshead FC are facing a real test of their promotion credentials
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  Neil Aspin is hopeful his Gateshead side can come through a testing four-day period as they bid to keep their promotion dream alive. The Heed welcome title-chasing Forest Green Rovers to the International Stadium tomorrow before visiting fourth-placed ...and more »
  

• Chronicle Cup surfaces as South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade celebrates 150th anniversary

  11-03-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle Cup was the prize trophy for more than 50 years for North East lifesavers and has now been found
  
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• Council tax to rise by up to 4% for those outside London

  11-03-2016 12:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many councils outside the capital are planning to take full advantage of the 1.99% maximum increase permitted without a local referendum
  
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• Europe's historic search for life on Mars to take off Monday

  11-03-2016 12:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If the scientists find evidence of life - even primitive life that existed billions of years ago - it will be one of the biggest discoveries of all time.
  
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• Road test: Ford Focus RS v Volkswagen Golf R

  11-03-2016 11:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two brilliant hot hatches, but less similar than you might think. Which is the one that’s sold its soul to the devil?
  
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• If America wants to win over Trump supporters they must be treated like the equal citizens they are

  11-03-2016 10:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham University's Thom Brooks reports from his native America, where the rise and rise of Donald Trump has thrown the country into turmoil
  
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• Consett dog Cooper set to star in Emmerdale - but how much do you know about other TV pooches?

  11-03-2016 09:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As one-eyed bulldog Cooper is going to star on hit ITV soap Emmerdale, it's time to test your knowledge of showbiz dogs in our quiz
  
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• Consett man caught illegally trying to scrap metal tells warden to 'jog on' after being confronted

  11-03-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John McDonagh is one of three men prosecuted by Durham County Council for failing to have the correct documents
  
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• Nigel Farage on Newcastle United boss Steve McClaren, Rafa Benitez and the Brexit

  11-03-2016 08:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UKIP leader was speaking at a Newcastle rally saying why the North East is better out of the European Union
  
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• The morning news headlines: US reaffirms 'special relationship' with UK after Obama's Libya criticism; People are entitled to fear impact of an influx of migrants says Archbishop

  11-03-2016 08:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest news from around the world
  
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• George Osborne reprimanded after Durham and Northumbria Police budgets cut despite promises

  11-03-2016 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Police lost more than £450,000 and Northumbria Police lost £1.2m after George Osborne cut funding for many forces across the UK
  
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