Gateshead news

• How social media reacted to Newcastle United's relegation from the Premier League

  11-05-2016 22:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies dropped into the Championship for the second time during the Mike Ashley era as Sunderland beat Everton on Wednesday
  
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• The message for Newcastle United chief Lee Charnley is simple: Keep Rafa Benitez and then go

  11-05-2016 22:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The succession of bad decisions at Newcastle United has seen them relegated from the Premier League - but now they must keep Rafa Benitez at the club
  
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• Headteacher writes a letter to his SATs pupils to remind them they're "awesome"

  11-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  County Durham head Andrew Knighton said he was moved to write the letter after all the negativity surrounding SATs exams
  
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• Dangerous Chinese phone chargers and travel adaptors seized from Benton warehouse

  11-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Trading Standards say the hundreds of chargers they found after a tip off could have electrocuted anyone who used them
  
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• Compromises are one thing, U-turns on much-needed reforms are another

  11-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East businessman Graham Robb argues that the road to reform needs to be negotiated with determination
  
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• Claims by former Newcastle councillor that Islam is "dangerous" are condemned

  11-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The claim from a former Newcastle councillor and academic has been slammed by current Elswick councillor Dipu Ahad
  
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• Brave Lemington baby wants one thing for his birthday - a new heart

  11-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Family of Newcastle toddler Frankie Lord face an agonising wait to find out if a new heart has been found for their one-year-old son
  
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• Blyth pizza delivery driver jailed for trying to meet 13-year-old after grooming her online

  11-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adam Bushell though he was meeting a shy schoolgirl in Newcastle city centre after chatting to her online, but in fact it was Dark Justice
  
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• A19 re-opens after serious crash between Washington and Seaham

  11-05-2016 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A woman was cut out of one of the vehicles and the Great North Air Ambulance attended the crash, which happened at 12.45pm near Dalton Park
  
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• Colin Gregg denies abusing boys in his care as a teacher and social worker

  11-05-2016 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The son of the Greggs bakery founder took to the witness stand as he began his defence at Newcastle Crown Court on Wednesday
  
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• Newcastle's Tuxedo Junction nightclub and how dial-a-date came before Tinder!

  11-05-2016 18:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Enjoy these photos and send your own, especially of the Market Street venue's telephones - we'd love to hear stories about these!
  
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• Calls for Newcastle City Council to do more to tackle 'overflowing' bins in city parks

  11-05-2016 17:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A number of residents have complained that litter bins in Heaton Park and Jesmond Dene are overflowing, making it unsightly
  
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• Durham County Council agrees to combined authority and mayor - but with conditions attached

  11-05-2016 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East council leaders could agree to create a regional council and mayor at a key meeting on May 17
  
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• A19 crash: All you need to know after serious collision causes three-mile tailbacks

  11-05-2016 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A19 became blocked northbound near Dalton Park after a serious crash - with severe rush-hour delays likely
  
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• A naturalist who devoted decades to bird watching club has been remembered at a nature reserve

  11-05-2016 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbrian Water have named new bird hide after former Teesmouth Bird Club chairman Ted Parker
  
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• Newcastle student Emma McCormick set up 'joke' GoFundMe page to fund lifestyle - and raises £1,600

  11-05-2016 16:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle University student's plea to pay off her overdraft went viral with one anonymous donor handing over £1,000
  
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• Four cars destroyed in suspected arson attack in Wallsend street

  11-05-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police believe the fires which torched four vehicles on a Wallsend street were started deliberately
  
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• Fun move by intu Metrocentre nets it a top marketing award

  11-05-2016 16:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead shopping centre is praised for its decision to appoint youngsters to oversee its child-friendly attractions
  
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• Run Geordie Run fundraiser clocks up £250,000 on around-the-world charity challenge

  11-05-2016 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle dad-of-one Mark Allison receives morale-boosting message from Sir Bobby Robson's sons during 3,400-mile run through Europe
  
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• Ex-Newcastle United ace Paul Gascoigne helps carry the coffin at his nephew's funeral in Dunston

  11-05-2016 15:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mourners turned out at St Nicholas with Christ Church to say goodbye to Jay Lennon Kerrigan, who died at the age of 22
  
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• Newcastle Metro system brought to a standstill by paedophile bridge protest

  11-05-2016 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men are in custody after a banner was draped from the Byker Metro bridge which stated 'hang all peodo's'
  
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• Gazza attends nephew's funeral in Gateshead - ITV News

  11-05-2016 15:33
  
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  Paul Gascoigne has attended the funeral of his nephew, who was found dead at a Gateshead flat nearly two weeks ago. Jay Kerrigan, who was a music lover, died aged 22 Credit: Family Photograph. Jay, who was 22, was a music lover, and had suffered ...and more »
  
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• Idols bouncer broke man's cheek bone and eye socket - all because he danced on a podium

  11-05-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shaun Watt, of Walker, has been locked up for attacking a man in Idols bar in Newcastle, fracturing his face in three places
  
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• Your charity news in the North East: Cafe volunteers needed, clothes swap success, a fundraising show and more

  11-05-2016 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charity news written by you
  for week beginning April 4 includes Gosforth, Gateshead, Jesmond, South Shields, Newcastle and Whickham
  
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• Where do shoplifters like to unite in Newcastle city centre? We reveal crime hotspot

  11-05-2016 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have analysed official crime data to reveal the area where city centre shoplifters are most likely to strike
  
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• Walker man jailed after slashing Byker pub-goer's face scarring him for life

  11-05-2016 13:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dale Birkett was jailed for six years and eight months after admitting grievous bodily harm with intent
  
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• Starting gun fired on the restoration of Whitley Bay's iconic Spanish City Dome

  11-05-2016 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Tyneside Council has given final approval for the restoration scheme to begin
  
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• Eurovision Song Contest 2016: The UK act, the song and when to watch it on TV

  11-05-2016 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Eurovision Song Contest 2016 is on this week so here is what you need to know about the UK act Joe and Jake
  
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• Life bans for those who attacked Man Utd bus

  11-05-2016 12:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  None of the players on the bus were injured while the officers, all men, were struck by objects
  
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• We tested Newcastle's kindness by asking people if we could borrow their tie for a job interview

  11-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our reporter spent an afternoon on Northumberland Street asking unsuspecting workers if he could borrow their tie for a job interview
  
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• See what residents are saying about a plan to build 3,000 homes in the west of Newcastle

  11-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After Newcastle City Council unveiled the ambitious Callerton homes plan on Tuesday residents have had divided opinions
  
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• Jay Kerrigan funeral: Updates from Paul Gascoigne's nephew's celebration of life

  11-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Gascoigne is expected to attend Wednesday's service, which  will take place at St Nicholas Church in Dunston, Gateshead at 12.20pm
  
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• Police issue appeal for 'wanted' Newcastle man Daniel Tams

  11-05-2016 12:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tams, 30, from the Cartmel Green area of Slatyford, is wanted in connection with a number of fraud offences involving elderly and vulnerable victims
  
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• Ten amazing VW Campervans you can buy today

  11-05-2016 11:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The iconic camper van is often difficult to find and expensive to buy. Here are some of the best bargains.
  
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• First drive: 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

  11-05-2016 11:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The petrol hybrid in the E-Class range looks like great news for user-choosers. But is it as good as the exceptional diesels in the range?
  
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• For sale: 100 year old showman's wagon

  11-05-2016 11:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The sought after portable caravan started at just 99p.
  
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• Try our random family days out generator this May half term

  11-05-2016 11:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Use our interactive days out guide to find free things to do in and around Newcastle with your family during the May half term holiday
  
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• Orders open for new MG GS in June

  11-05-2016 11:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Company’s first SUV takes aim at Qashqai buyers.
  
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• Northumberland County Council backs North East devolution proposals

  11-05-2016 10:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Devolution deal would see the North East handed a host of new powers in return for establishing a region-wide elected mayor
  
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• The Ouseburn is diverted as part of £7m flood protection scheme

  11-05-2016 09:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The river's change of direction is the latest move by Northumbrian Water and the Environment Agency and will protect Newcastle homes at Brunton Park
  
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• Trespassers on Byker Bridge RECAP: Metro disruption caused by viaduct protest

  11-05-2016 09:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men trespassed onto the Byker Bridge just before 8am on Wednesday causing Metro trains to be severely disrupted
  
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• Trespassers on Byker Bridge LIVE: Metro disruption caused by viaduct protest

  11-05-2016 09:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men trespassed onto the Byker Bridge just before 8am on Wednesday causing Metro trains to be severely disrupted
  
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• Wallsend victim of one punch attack coming to terms with injuries which put his life in the balance

  11-05-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Billy Close was left fighting for life after stranger Jordan Cooper inflicted catastrophic head injuries on him with a single unprovoked blow
  
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• Syrian refugees could be coming to Cramlington as early as September

  11-05-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillors unanimously agreed to accept 12 families a year over the next five years under the Syrian Vulnerable Persons Relocation Scheme
  
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• On this day 35 years ago: Bruce Springsteen's first show at Newcastle City Hall

  11-05-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  American rock superstar Bruce Springsteen opened his UK tour at Newcastle City Hall in May, 1981
  
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• Morpeth Neighbourhood Plan gets the final approval from councillors

  11-05-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The neighbourhood plan means the Morpeth community can ensure planning applications are developed in line with what residents want
  
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• Drugs ban should cut violence at Northumberland Prison, says Government

  11-05-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Laws banning "spice" and similar so-called legal highs come into force in May and could help reduce violence at HMP Northumberland
  
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• Morning news headlines: Queen described Chinese officials as 'very rude'; Hospital patients sent home 'alone and afraid' says new report

  11-05-2016 08:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest news from around the world
  
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• Great North Run still need to find runners from 43 UN countries - can you help?

  11-05-2016 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Help is needed to fulfil Great North Run ambition to include a runner from each of the 193 members of the United Nations
  
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• On this night 10 years ago: Alan Shearer says goodbye at St James' Park

  11-05-2016 06:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands flocked to St James' Park and Newcastle city centre on the night of Alan Shearer's testimonial game
  
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