Gateshead news

• Blyth dog attack: What we know so far after nine children taken to hospital

  18-05-2016 23:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The dog attack happened in a play park off Burns Avenue in Blyth at around 6.30pm on Wednesday - the dog's owner has not yet been found
  
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• Major operation launched to tackle illegal fishing across the North East

  18-05-2016 23:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An operation involving three police forces and the Environment Agency was launched to stop rural crimes
  
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• Irish travellers tell North Tyneside 'don't tar us all with the same brush'

  18-05-2016 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents in Wideopen have complained after a dozen caravans pitched up in Lockey Park on Monday
  
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• Jet2 flight from Rhodes to Newcastle disrupted by 'aggressive passenger'

  18-05-2016 20:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reports from air travel Twitter accounts suggest cabin crews on the Jet2 flight had to restrain a passenger on board the plane, which landed at 6.50pm
  
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• Meet the Morpeth Town players hoping to become Wembley heroes

  18-05-2016 20:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Morpeth Town have reached the Wembley final of the FA Vase for the first time in the club's history
  
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• Union Rooms facing uncertain future as Wetherspoon puts Newcastle pub up for sale

  18-05-2016 19:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The shock revelation comes just months after the pub giant bought the Newcastle City Centre building for a whopping £5.6m
  
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• Watch the shocking moment a dog is thrown from an out of control van on the A19

  18-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The dog, thought to be a Spaniel puppy, was thrown from the window of a van after a dramatic crash on the A19
  
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• Newcastle Airport hits back after being named as fifth worst for damaged luggage

  18-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Airport say they have only received nine complaints about damage in over four years
  
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• Mercedes-Benz focuses on zero emissions

  18-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The company might even create an eco sub-brand
  
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• Employment at record high across UK but North East unemployment is still highest in the country

  18-05-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Although almost 1.2million people in the North East are in work, the region still has the highest unemployment rate in the UK
  
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• Cases of scarlet fever rise: Everything you need to know about the 'old-fashioned' illness

  18-05-2016 18:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More cases of Victorian child killing illness scarlet fever have been reported across the North East
  
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• Road test: BMW X5 vs Porsche Cayenne vs Volvo XC90

  18-05-2016 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A trio of hybrids that put the days of gas-guzzling SUVs in the past – until their batteries run flat…
  
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• This video of commuters pranked at Newcastle Central Station has become an internet hit

  18-05-2016 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brickies 'Ginger Cal and Friends' have built up a solid Facebook following for their humorous pranks around the North East
  
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• Queen's Speech reveals North East mayor set to take control of bus services

  18-05-2016 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Queen's Speech contains laws to bring buses under public control despite North East firms defeating Quality Contract Scheme
  
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• Washington dad becomes one of first in UK to undergo pioneering transplant surgery

  18-05-2016 16:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Richards received a kidney which previously would not have been deemed suitable for transplantation
  
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• Whitley Bay was once the poster pin-up capital of the North - now it's the turn of North Shields

  18-05-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The seaside town featured on more than a dozen rail posters from 1910 to 1958 as North Shields missed out - until now
  
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• Walker flats evacuated after tenant cut through gas pipe and threatened to blow himself up

  18-05-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrew Parkhouse had taped up doors, windows and ventilation ducts in his third floor flat before damaging a gas pipe and trying to light it
  
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• Should Greggs be required to provide toilets for customers?

  18-05-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Greggs are appealing against a court ruling that suggests they should provide toilets in stores where seating is available
  
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• Healthcare watchdog brands Washington care home 'inadequate'

  18-05-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Elderly residents at the Washington home were at risk of overdoses and one person was without a wheelchair for two months
  
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• Watch Ant and Dec join a new boyband featuring Alan Shearer and Lee Westwood

  18-05-2016 16:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Celebrities had fun tweeting pictures of the new boyband line up as part of a fundraising night for Newcastle's Children's Heart Unit Fund
  
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• Headphones worth £750 stolen from WH Smiths at Newcastle Central Station

  18-05-2016 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have released a photo of a man they want to speak to after £750 worth of headphones were taken from WH Smiths
  
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• Newcastle nightlife: 21 glamorous photos from the Diamond Strip bars & beyond

  18-05-2016 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our gallery features even more city nightspots including Jalou, Florita's, Madame Koo and House of Smith
  
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• What happened to Jonny the pigeon from the viral video sensation?

  18-05-2016 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Viewers have been asking what happened to the pigeon in Cory Alazzawi's video
  
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• Vauxhall Astra: the light fantastic

  18-05-2016 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Vauxhall Astra was the first hatch to offer smart headlamps. They make it safer and more relaxing to drive at night – especially when you’re taking part in one of Britain’s strangest forms of motorsport…
  
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• Newcastle woman accused of stealing cash from homes of vulnerable pensioners

  18-05-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Zeba Begum appeared before Newcastle Magistrates' Court accused of stealing money from the homes of women in their 70s
  
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• Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry gives North East economy major boost with record passenger numbers

  18-05-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ferry operator DFDS carried more than half a million passengers between the two ports last year
  
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• Terrified Byker shop workers thwart gun wielding robber at deli

  18-05-2016 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lynne Carr and Pam McAllister caused an armed robber to flee empty handed when he tried to fire his gun in Annie's Deli
  
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• First Drive: 2016 Porsche Boxster

  18-05-2016 13:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With its turbocharged 2.0-litre engine, the base Boxster is faster than the top-spec S version of the old model. But how does it compare with its 2.5-litre big brother, the new 718 S?
  
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• How bad are drivers in your area? Tap in your postcode to find out

  18-05-2016 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Figures from the Department for Transport have revealed the postcodes with the best and worst drivers - based on the number of penalty points
  
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• What was the original purpose of the Victoria Tunnel? Take today's lunchtime quiz

  18-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Test your knowledge of the North East and beyond in our daily quiz - but beware, you're against the clock
  
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• See the stage for epic history show Kynren take shape over months in this timelapse video

  18-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  When finished, the setting for Eleven Arches' ambitious show will span 7.5 acres and feature a real lake in the centre
  
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• How much sugar is in a bottle of Coca-Cola? Newcastle City Council in fizzy drinks warning

  18-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alarming health figures have revealed that there are up to 15 cubes of sugar in certain fizzy drinks, impacting on the health of children's teeth\n
  
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• Council proposes Ponteland schools switch to a two-tier system - despite opposition from parents

  18-05-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ponteland High, Ponteland First, Darras Hall and Heddon on the Wall St Andrew’s are set to change, while Richard Coates Middle could follow
  
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• Tim Healy written out of latest Benidorm series due to illness

  18-05-2016 11:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Geordie actor was reportedly left fighting for his life after falling ill while filming the ITV show in Spain
  
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• Gateshead new boy determined to go from villain to hero at the International Stadium - ChronicleLive

  18-05-2016 09:36
  
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  Gateshead new boy determined to go from villain to hero at the International Stadium
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  The well-travelled 27-year-old has penned a one-year deal at the International Stadium despite an offer to stay at Macclesfield. Styche has been a thorn in Gateshead's side for various clubs, invariably scoring, including a Good Friday hat-trick on ...
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• Morning news headlines: Prison reform measures to be at heart of Queen's speech; Capitalism doesn't serve UK's interest, says Shadow Chancellor

  18-05-2016 08:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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• Will Northumbria University be next to cut ties with the NUS?

  18-05-2016 08:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A campaign has been launched to have a referendum on the issue, following Newcastle's decision last week to leave the organisation
  
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• Cramlington brute jailed for street attack on Newcastle mother and toddler

  18-05-2016 08:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean Burdess threw the Cowgate mum and her two-year-old to the ground and kicked them both as she curled up in a ball trying to protect her son
  
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• Gateshead College invests in future engineers - BQ Live

  18-05-2016 08:20
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  Birmingham-based builders merchants BFS Building & Garden Supplies is set for further growth after being supported by the Greater Birmingham Growth Hub. West Midlands · Special Feature · News · 0 Comments · Have Your Say ...
  
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• North East £150m teaching recruitment crisis is leading to 'profit before standards'

  18-05-2016 06:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Efforts under way to ensure North East does not miss out recruiting and retaining quality teachers after it region footed £150m bill for supply staff
  
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• Holme House Prison in County Durham one of six in 'reform prison' pilot scheme

  18-05-2016 06:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  County Durham jail will lead major reforms announced in Queen's Speech by David Cameron on Wednesday
  
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• Durham County Council told its children's services must improve

  18-05-2016 06:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In 2011 Durham County Council's children's services department was rated outstanding by Ofsted - now it requires imrpovement
  
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