Gateshead news

• Police are concerned for the welfare of this Gateshead man who has gone missing

  14-02-2017 22:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Philip Toward, 31, was last seen in Swan Street on Tuesday and police are worried about him
  
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• Alleged Colin Gregg victim left 'hurt' after he was groped by man he had 'respect for', court told

  14-02-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin Gregg is standing trial at Leeds Crown Court accused of nine counts of indecent assault against four boys
  
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• Appeal to find missing man, 31, last seen in Gateshead - ITV News

  14-02-2017 21:44 via itv.com
  
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  Appeal to find missing man, 31, last seen in Gateshead
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  Philip Toward, 31, was last seen in Swan Street in Gateshead earlier this afternoon, on February 14th. Officers are concerned for his welfare and are appealing for information about his whereabouts. He was last seen wearing: a black leather jacket ...
  
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• Flood minister Therese Coffey is 'impressed' by Morpeth's soon-to-be complete £27m flood defence

  14-02-2017 21:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  She praised the council and Government for working together to protect Morpeth from the types of floods which ravaged the town in 2008
  
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• Cyclist left with life-changing injuries after collision with taxi in South Shields

  14-02-2017 20:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision happened on Ocean Road outside the Marine Pub on Monday night and police are appealing for witnesses
  
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• Newcastle as a skyscraper city - where would the high rise towers go?

  14-02-2017 20:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With talk of a boom in Newcastle skyscrapers we look at where they could be sited in the city
  
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• Talk about the wow factor! Take a look around this £2.7m stunning Morpeth mansion

  14-02-2017 20:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Estate agents say the new property in Tranwell Woods is within the reach of only a few but is "truly unique"
  
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• Helen Bailey's neighbour claims she saw her hours after she was allegedly killed by fiance

  14-02-2017 19:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Angela John told a court she drove past the Northumberland author and her dachshund on April 11 last year
  
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• The loneliness of Lord Collingwood: How the war lord's letters reveal his sensitive side

  14-02-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lord Collingwood was among the great letter writers of his day with his words explored during a special talk in Newcastle
  
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• Rothbury Community Hospital inpatient ward closure public meeting this week

  14-02-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Three-month consultation period will see two public meetings and a number of drop-in sessions
  
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• Islam convert armed himself with axe to confront his Christian dad over 'religious differences'

  14-02-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Clayton McKenna denied intending to harm his dad in South Tyneside or planning to ask him to 'bow down' to him after his recent conversion to Islam
  
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• Happy Valentine's Day - cancer battler Daniel Lord wakes up to more than 1,300 cards in hospital

  14-02-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 11-year-old received cards from around the world, and even a few famous faces including breakfast presenter Susanna Reid
  
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• Ex on the Beach: Aaron Chalmers ex Becca Edwards makes a splash as she enters the villa

  14-02-2017 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love blossomed between the pair when they met in Newcastle three years ago but tempers flare as they reunite
  
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• Shopping will cost you more as prices rise, but is Brexit to blame?

  14-02-2017 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shoppers are feeling the affects of Brexit in the wallet but the vote to quit the EU may also be helping manufacturers and creating new jobs
  
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• Your charity news in the North East: A student fashion show, platinum ball and more

  14-02-2017 17:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charity news written by you - charity groups and fundraisers throughout Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Whitley Bay police station for sale: Large reception area and ensuite cells included

  14-02-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former cop shop, complete with old custody suite and cells, on Laburnum Avenue in Whitley Bay is now up for sale for a cool half a million pounds
  
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• Whalton Manor owner died after horse riding accident - inquest hears

  14-02-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The late Penny Norton was credited with transforming the historic garden at Whalton Manor in Northumberland into a visitor attraction
  
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• 'We've got to be doing more' - Newcastle professor' battle to help struggling parents conceive

  14-02-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle University Professor Doug Turnbull has been knighted in recognition of his services to health care research and treatment
  
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• Masked robber with previous for murder plot left bookies staff terrified in claw hammer raid

  14-02-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thomas Brand, who served a 12 year sentence for conspiracy to murder, is back behind bars after robbing Coral in Sunderland and burgling two pubs
  
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• 'Firearm' that sparked Sacred Heart School lockdown in Newcastle turns out to be a walking stick

  14-02-2017 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pupils at Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Fenham were kept inside while police searched the area
  
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• Howay man! Youtube star Korean Billy takes on the Geordie dialect - again

  14-02-2017 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The vlogger has returned with yet another take on the Geordie twang taking on everything from 'howay man' to 'workyticket'
  
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• Who is Prue Leith? The Great British Menu judge tipped to replace Mary Berry on The Bake Off

  14-02-2017 15:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many people don't know who Prue Leith is - here's everything you need to know
  
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• Newcastle City Council tax hikes and job cuts move one step closer

  14-02-2017 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council's cabinet approved a revised budget plan after a lengthy public consultation, in which 1,400 took part
  
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• Axe-wielding robber terrifies staff during robbery at North Tyneside shop

  14-02-2017 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The offender hid his face behind a scarf as he threatened staff with the axe in the One Stop shop in Cullercoats
  
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• Would-be robbers cut man with a knife during North Shields business park assault

  14-02-2017 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The offenders fled empty handed from the Cobalt Business Park after assaulting the 29-year-old who was out walking
  
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• What makes a 'world-class' school? We went to one in Wallsend to find out

  14-02-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An incredible achievement for one local community college, which reveals the secret to its remarkable success
  
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• The most romantic day of the year? Newcastle city shoppers have their say on Valentine's Day

  14-02-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We took to Newcastle's streets to find out how city shoppers will be spending Valentine's Day
  
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• All you need to know about dog fouling laws as Gateshead owners face new fines - ChronicleLive

  14-02-2017 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  All you need to know about dog fouling laws as Gateshead owners face new fines
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  Dog walkers caught without poo bags are set to be issued with £100 on the spot fines from March - what do you think about the plans? Share; Comments. ByDan O'Donoghue. 12:39, 14 FEB 2017; Updated 12:48, 14 FEB 2017. News. Play Video.and more »
  
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• Does this jewellery belong to you? Police are trying to reunite it with its rightful owner

  14-02-2017 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The jewellery was recovered from an address in South Shields and police have reason to believe it could have been stolen
  
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• Last orders for Newcastle's Union Rooms as landmark pub prepares to close

  14-02-2017 12:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pub, which is a favourite haunt of students and city centre workers, will close as a Wetherspoon this week but the venue will live on
  
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• HMP Northumberland bosses defend jail after drug use and chaos claims in TV programme

  14-02-2017 12:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Private firm Sodexo says it will investigate allegations made in BBC programme and take 'appropriate action'
  
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• Saturday Night Takeaway audience - how to apply to Win the Ads with Ant & Dec

  14-02-2017 12:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ant & Dec will soon be back for another run of Saturday Night Takeaway, fancy being in the audience?
  
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• First steam locomotive in 50 years hauls passengers on a scheduled main line service

  14-02-2017 12:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Peppercorn class A1 steam locomotive, Tornado, travelled on the famous Settle to Carlisle line today to the delight of enthusiasts
  
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• Wanted: Do you recognise this woman who police are trying to trace?

  14-02-2017 12:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Crimestoppers are offering up to £1,000 for the arrest of Donna Teague from Forest Hall who is wanted in connection with a suspected theft
  
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• Warning Gateshead dog walkers - you are set to face fines for leaving home without poo bags

  14-02-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council have warned that they will start fining walkers who do not have a bag to clear up their pet's mess from March 1
  
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• Theresa May's grammar school plan will not help parents in Newcastle, it has been warned

  14-02-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wealthy parents will buy private tutors to help their children win a place, according to MPs who are opposed to grammar school plans
  
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• Calling besotted pet owners in Newcastle & the North East! Share a selfie for Valentine's Day

  14-02-2017 11:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Share a photo of you & your pet - they never grumble and are always pleased to see you, Valentine's Day or not!
  
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• How to spot signs of scarlet fever as the condition is on the rise in the North East

  14-02-2017 11:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The coming months are usually among the worst for new cases of the painful illness which generally affects young children
  
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• Donald Trump to get 'full courtesy' of British state visit despite 1.85m strong petition

  14-02-2017 11:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MPs will debate it in the House of Commons alongside a rival 300,000-strong petition in support of the state visit
  
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• When do the clocks go forward in 2017 for British Summertime?

  14-02-2017 11:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The clocks change twice a year - make sure you don't get caught out by remembering the date the clocks go forward in March 2017
  
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• What is 'Spice'? A look at the drug causing chaos in HMP Northumberland

  14-02-2017 11:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  What is the substance dubbed Spice and why is it so dangerous? All you need to know about the controversial former legal high
  
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• Michael Flynn resigns as Trump's national security adviser over Russia row

  14-02-2017 10:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Russian politicians hit out over reports Flynn misled White House officials about contacts 
  
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• Newcastle United-mad youngster adopts interesting method of contacting Rafa Benitez

  14-02-2017 10:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlie Appleby wrote to Rafa as he wants to run out at St James' Park with favourite player Dwight Gayle as mascot against Bristol City
  
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• Falling pound and bribery scandal send engines giant Rolls-Royce to £4.6bn loss

  14-02-2017 09:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rolls said it was on track with efforts to slash costs and is expecting a "modest" performance improvement in 2017
  
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• Gateshead College appointed to ex-military programme - Insider Media

  14-02-2017 09:28 via insidermedia.com
  
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  Gateshead College appointed to ex-military programme
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  Gateshead College is set to work alongside Persimmon Homes in a bid to re-train ex-military personnel for a career in the construction industry. The education establishment will train all of Persimmon's Combat to Construction employees, as well as ...and more »
  
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• Geordie sayings: The things that you'll only hear someone from Newcastle say

  14-02-2017 09:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a list of popular Newcastle, Geordie and even some (gasp) Mackem sayings - we've updated it with some new suggestions so keep them coming
  
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• When will the old £1 coin cease to be legal tender and when is the new one available?

  14-02-2017 09:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  You can get your hands on the new design 12 sided £1 coin next month
  
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• Bus passengers set to face disruption due to overnight work at Billy Mill junction in North Shields

  14-02-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Buses using the area will be re-routed after 8pm each day this week as the improvement works continue at the busy junction
  
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• Burglar who has spent his birthday and Christmas in jail for the last 10 years is back behind bars

  14-02-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Atherton, of Gateshead, has spent more of the last decade in prison that out and is back there again for his latest break in
  
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• Are our prisons overcrowded and why are people calling for fewer people to be locked up?

  14-02-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We see many comments on court stories which accuse judges of being too soft - so how can there be too many in prison?
  
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