Gateshead news

• Tyler Garwood's parents say their world has been 'shattered' as they prepare for memorial walk

  29-04-2016 21:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 14-year-old Kenton School pupil died suddenly of suspected meningitis on Monday morning
  
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• Former soldier jailed after subjecting family to years of abuse and harassment

  29-04-2016 20:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Louis Perez Perez left a couple and their children from Houghton-le-Spring in fear after repeated threats, abuse and an attack with a golf club
  
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• Stagecoach says Virgin East Coast is 'growing' in response to union claims

  29-04-2016 20:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  RMT released a statement saying it is 'deeply concerned' about rumours of rail operator's financial position
  
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• Ex-Sunderland player Cabral, accused of raping woman, tells jury she wanted to have sex with him

  29-04-2016 19:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cabral, whose real name is Adilson Tavares Varela, is on trial accused of raping a woman he met in Tup Tup Palace nightclub in Newcastle
  
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• Snow, what snow? It's all smiles at launch of Gateshead Beer Festival - despite the weather - ChronicleLive

  29-04-2016 19:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Snow, what snow? It's all smiles at launch of Gateshead Beer Festival - despite the weather
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  It was a case of all hands to the pumps as Gateshead Beer Festival launched in style on Friday - despite the weather. With preparations having run smoothly for the May Bank Holiday treat, nobody was prepared to let a bit of snow get in the way. First ...
  
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• We take a look inside the County Durham house which looks like it should be in the south of France

  29-04-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Highlights of this award-winning luxury pad in Bishop Auckland include a bar for 50 people and self-tanning showers
  
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• Watch Newcastle's Dark Justice catch paedophiles from across the UK

  29-04-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As Dark Justice's bid to rid the UK of paedophiles gathers momentum, we look at some of those perverts they have helped catch
  
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• Ospreys in Kielder are writing their own soap opera as romance is rekindled

  29-04-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rekindled love match is just one twist in the tale of Northumberland's eagle colony which is keeping twitchers bewitched
  
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• Meet the Newcastle baker cooking up an unpleasant surprise for football fans

  29-04-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle baker Helen French creates cakes for football fans with club colours concealing surprise set to leave a bad taste in some supporters' mouths
  
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• Dozen of rabbits rescued from Northumberland gritter by council worker

  29-04-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland County Council roadworker Sean Turnbull found the animals after he was unloading rock salt into his gritter     
  
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• 14 things you'd only know if you live or grew up in Fenham

  29-04-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From Norman Wisdom to the Napoleonic Wars, the Newcastle West End suburb of Fenham is full of surprises
  
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• The top 10 economical seven-seaters

  29-04-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We all know that manufacturers make claims about their cars that don’t stack up. We also know that government tests aren’t all they should be quite often either. So we bring you data from the real world.
  
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• UK manufacturers produced one car every 16 seconds in March

  29-04-2016 18:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The figures, based on the first quarter of 2016, reveal some record results for UK car manufacturers.
  
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• Britain's two most expensive bus stops are in the North East - costing a staggering £500k

  29-04-2016 18:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The building, design and diversion required for the two temporary shelters added up to £553,000 and they hold just 40 people
  
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• Funny photos follow St James' Park face in the clouds picture

  29-04-2016 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reaction to reader's snap of curious clouds over Newcastle United ground has placed several well-known faces above St James' Park
  
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• Queensferry Crossing workers down tools in honour of colleague believed to be from North East

  29-04-2016 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Cousins is believed to be from the region and was killed by a crane on Thursday on the site of the new Queensferry Crossing
  
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• Newcastle charity targeted by thieves receive £1,000 of replacement fishing equipment

  29-04-2016 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  When Momentum Skills had £1000 of fishing gear stolen, they took to the Chronicle to ask for help replacing it and Pure Fishing answered the call
  
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• EU-banned pesticide 'does not harm bumblebee colonies', new report suggests

  29-04-2016 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Research comes as poll revealed that 67% of North East farmers are planning to vote in favour or Brexit
  
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• Newcastle one of best places for first-time buyers to get on the property ladder

  29-04-2016 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Survey reveals the city has more affordable property than other parts of the country for those getting on the property ladder
  
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• Man to appear in court over Longbenton collision that put eight-year-old boy in hospital

  29-04-2016 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean Kevin John Urwin of Wallsend has been charged in connection with incident which happened in February
  
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• How should Newcastle City Council spend £1m in fines generated by bus lanes?

  29-04-2016 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Over the past six weeks Newcastle council has raised in the region of £1.2m from fines- where do you think it should be spent? Take our poll
  
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• Gateshead's season may be nearly over - but now the hectic period starts - ChronicleLive

  29-04-2016 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Gateshead's season may be nearly over - but now the hectic period starts
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  Lee Nogan admits a hectic period is about to begin as Gateshead bring down the curtain on their 2015-16 campaign. The Tynesiders travel to Chester tomorrow, their final outing in the Vanarama National League this term. Victory – coupled with a defeat ...
  
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• Tynemouth Outdoor Pool was a magnet for funseekers for decades

  29-04-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are plans to revitalise Tynemouth Outdoor Pool - a popular attraction between the 1920s and 70s,
  
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• Newcastle vs Crystal Palace: The tale of the tapes down the decades

  29-04-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  When did Newcastle United and Crystal Palace first play each other - and which club has had the upper hand over the years?
  
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• Gymnast who spent two years on crutches preparing to take part in the Great North Run

  29-04-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After an injury forced 18-year-old Alice Kitchen to give up gymnastics, she refused to let it stop her fulfulling an ambition to run the famous race
  
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• CCTV images released after alleged theft from Fencehouses Nisa shop

  29-04-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say they want to trace the man pictured after a theft from Fencehouses Nisa on Wednesday, April 6
  
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• Benwell robber Danny Nichol jailed for repeat attack at Newcastle corner shop

  29-04-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch dramatic CCTV of Benwell thug Danny Nichol's raid in 2011 as he is jailed once again for robbery
  
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• Helicopter crashes into North Sea off Norway coast killing 11 on board

  29-04-2016 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One Briton was on board the aircraft, which was flying from the Gullfaks oil field to Bergen, a centre for North Sea oil and gas
  
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• Teen jailed for stabbing at Byker McDonald's which left victim needing hospital treatment

  29-04-2016 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police reveal image of blade used in Byker fast food attack as they warn of the dangers of carrying knives
  
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• What a week! Readers share their weather pictures as hail, sun, snow AND rain hit the North East

  29-04-2016 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As we head into the Bank Holiday weekend, enjoy our gallery of readers' pictures showing this week's changeable weather
  
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• Look & Read quiz prompts huge reaction from readers and Declan Donnelly!

  29-04-2016 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plenty of you have fond memories of Look & Read with some readers boasting of Geordie Racer claims to fame, including one Declan Donnelly
  
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• Tynemouth Outdoor Pool restoration scheme needsvotes for charity funds

  29-04-2016 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tynemouth pool project has been nominated for a cash award from Nationwide Building Society but needs votes from customers
  
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• Tynemouth Outdoor Pool restoration scheme needs votes for charity funds

  29-04-2016 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tynemouth pool project has been nominated for a cash award from Nationwide Building Society but needs votes from customers
  
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• CCTV police appeal after bottles of beer allegedly stolen from Blyth Wetherspoons

  29-04-2016 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police would like to speak to the two men pictured in connection with the incident, which happened at the Union Street pub
  
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• Want to quit smoking? Try using an e-cigarette instead

  29-04-2016 15:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Study finds electronic cigarettes are a safer alternative to cigarettes and should be promoted to help smokers quit
  
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• Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley branded 'delusional' by the Scottish FA

  29-04-2016 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The statement came after Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley ended legal action in a row with the SFA over Rangers
  
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• Young boy forced to beat Ryton toddler with action figure - murder trial hears

  29-04-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Liam Fee, is alleged to have been killed by his mother Rachel Fee, and her civil partner Naomi Fee, in March 2014
  
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• Tyneside teen beauty queen is nominated for a national award - for 'model' behaviour

  29-04-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Community work and fund-raising efforts bag recognition for Harriotte Lane who hopes to win public vote
  
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• Council to bring 300 jobs to Berwick as part of plans to decentralise services

  29-04-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Berwick North Coun Gavin Jones says the move is a 'great opportunity to bring hundreds of quality council jobs and services to Berwick'
  
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• North East devolution deal consultation efforts branded 'inadequate'

  29-04-2016 14:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The deal could see a North East elected mayor introduced as well as access to billions of pounds, but critics say residents were kept in the dark
  
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• Spot the odd one out - how well do you know your Greggs pasties?

  29-04-2016 13:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Customers were challenged to find the odd cheese and onion pasty in a sea of steak bakes Greggs' take on 'Where's Wally?'
  
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• Nineteen wanted crime suspects arrested in South Tyneside and Sunderland raids

  29-04-2016 13:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police swooped on homes during two days of action across Tyne and Wear with suspected stolen goods and property seized
  
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• The 82m Newcastle skyscraper - will it be good for the city?

  29-04-2016 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some say the high-rise is a welcome shift towards more modern buildings while others say it will overshadow Newcastle's historic skyline
  
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• Grandson stole his grandad's life savings and blew it all in '20 days of madness'

  29-04-2016 13:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Parkinson, of Sunderland, helped himself to thousands of pounds and blew it on a car, trips and gadgets
  
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• Newcastle affordable housing for vulnerable and elderly could get massive boost

  29-04-2016 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Devolution could unlock a "huge list" of unused sites that are owned by public bodies such as the NHS and Ministry of Defence
  
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• Ex on the Beach's Ashleigh Defty linked to Leicester City's Danny Simpson

  29-04-2016 13:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scotty T's ex Ashleigh and former Newcastle United defender Danny, who once dated Tulisa, were spotted looking cosy in Manchester
  
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• Newcastle bus lane which is driving city motorists to distraction

  29-04-2016 13:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Readers have their say in wake of protest petition over bus lane with some having little sympathy for ticket victims \n
  
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• 'Not for the faint hearted': 1960s motor with a Hollywood history

  29-04-2016 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This 1964 Ford Galaxie previously had some very well-known owners...
  
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• Chinese SUV to cost £1,250,000-plus

  29-04-2016 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  IAT Kalman is based on Ford truck chassis and measures 20 feet long.
  
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• New Growth Hub resource for SMEs launched at Sage Gateshead - ChronicleLive

  29-04-2016 12:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  New Growth Hub resource for SMEs launched at Sage Gateshead
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  MOre than 200 people from the North East business community attended the launch of a new online resource aimed at helping growing SMEs compete in both domestic and international markets. Developed by the North East LEP in partnership with Escher ...and more »
  
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