Gateshead news

• New JumpArena trampoline park is set to get Gateshead bouncing by the end of May - ChronicleLive

  19-05-2017 23:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  New JumpArena trampoline park is set to get Gateshead bouncing by the end of May
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  JumpArena, being billed as Gateshead's newest trampoline park (is there another?), is set to launch on May 27 at Metro Riverside Par near the Tyne. The company, which already has popular parks in Luton and Leeds, lays on all sorts of bouncing ...
  
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• Jermain Defoe joins hundreds of friends and family at Bradley Lowery's sixth birthday party

  19-05-2017 21:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bradley Lowery and his pals enjoyed stilt walkers, magicians, circus performers - oh, and a few Sunderland footballers
  
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• GatesheadCcoroner warns drug users about 'potentially fatal' drug after man dies in

  19-05-2017 21:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The coroner for South Tyneside and Gateshead spoke out after a man collapsed and died after taking pills containing fentanyl on Monday
  
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• Coroner warns of 'potentially fatal' drug after man collapses and dies in Gateshead

  19-05-2017 21:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The coroner for South Tyneside and Gateshead spoke out after a man collapsed and died after taking pills containing fentanyl on Monday
  
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• Houghton & Sunderland South constituency General Election 2017 - candidates and history of the seat

  19-05-2017 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the General Election 2017 approaches on June 8 we profile everything you need to know about the Houghton & Sunderland South constituency
  
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• Toddler on her way to nursery left confined to a wheelchair for life by speeding driver

  19-05-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An electrician on his way to work on Walker Road took a 30mph bend at 51mph in the rain, fishtailed and caused catastrophic injuries to a 20-month-old
  
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• This three-bed flat in Denton Burn is available for £39,950 - but needs some TLC

  19-05-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The living room of this Newcastle property needs a good lick of paint but it could be a good home with a bit of time and effort
  
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• Theresa May wants a Conservative government to improve school standards in the North

  19-05-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tories say schools in the North and Midlands must improve and set out plans to raise standards
  
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• Sunderland inquest finds dad-of-two Lee Downey took his own life

  19-05-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The father-of-two from Grindon went missing in March and his body was later found on a Seaham beach
  
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• See inside the Metrocentre as police stage major 'terror attack' training

  19-05-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police, firefighters, paramedics and the local authority have tested out their procedures in a 'realistic' exercise at the Gateshead shopping centre
  
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• Are you a lonely mum living in Whitley Bay? There's an app for that

  19-05-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The free Mush app encourages mums to connect with each other and meet up for 'dates' at parks, playgroups and cafes in their area
  
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• Gateshead MetroCentre used for anti-terror exercise - BBC News - BBC News

  19-05-2017 18:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Police said the exercise was not in response to a direct terrorist threat.and more »
  
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• Gateshead MetroCentre used for anti-terror exercise - BBC News

  19-05-2017 18:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Armed police have held an anti-terror training exercise at one of Europe's biggest shopping centres on Tyneside. Northumbria Police tested firearms skills when the intu MetroCentre in Gateshead was closed early on Thursday. The operation, which was not ...and more »
  
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• Britain's biggest foodbank: Threatened free school meals of 'immense value' to Newcastle families

  19-05-2017 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Theresa May's cost-cutting plan to swap lunch for cheaper breakfast means kids could miss out on a hot meal every day
  
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• North Durham constituency General Election 2017 - parties, candidates and the history of the seat

  19-05-2017 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the General Election 2017 approaches on June 8 we profile everything you need to know about the North Durham constituency
  
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• Man taken to hospital after being pulled from the River Tyne

  19-05-2017 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man was helped into a lifeboat by Fire and Rescue workers after he was found in the water on Friday afternoon
  
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• Sedgefield constituency General Election 2017 - parties, candidates and the history of the seat

  19-05-2017 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the General Election 2017 approaches on June 8 we profile everything you need to know about the Sedgefield constituency
  
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• Malicious Twitter post about brave Bradley Lowery under investigation by Northumbria Police

  19-05-2017 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The offending message attracted widespread condemnation from supporters of the courageous six-year-old who has won the hearts of the nation
  
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• Beadnell Bay pollution incident kills more than 10,000 fish - but is 'not a risk' to humans

  19-05-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Environment Agency has launched a probe after in excess of 3,000 litres of liquid fertiliser spilled in Northumberland
  
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• Fatal Sunderland house fire is not being treated as suspicious - authorities confirm

  19-05-2017 17:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fire service and Northumbria Police have confirmed the death of the 77-year-old in Torver Crescent isn't being treated as suspicious
  
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• When punk icons The Clash rocked out in Newcastle - 40 years ago

  19-05-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  When The Clash played at Newcastle University's students' union bar on May 20, 1977 - it was the city's first major punk gig
  
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• Newcastle city centre to get new 10-storey student accommodation tower

  19-05-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plans for the 246-bedroom block on St James' Boulevard, near to the Sandman Hotel, have been given the go-ahead by planners
  
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• If I'm caught speeding and take a speed awareness course do I have to tell my insurance company?

  19-05-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The course means you don't get points on your licence for minor speeding offences - but does it mean your premiums could rise?
  
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• Family and friends turn out to say their final goodbyes to tragic young mum Kayley Iredale

  19-05-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kayley Iredale, also known as Kayley Appleby, was found dead in her flat in Gateshead on May 4
  
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• Hexham constituency General Election 2017 - parties, candidates and the history of the seat

  19-05-2017 16:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the General Election 2017 approaches on June 8 we profile everything you need to know about the Hexham constituency
  
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• Did you hear the police helicopter over North Tyneside this morning? This is what was happening

  19-05-2017 16:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A helicopter was heard hovering over houses in North Tyneside in the early hours of Friday and police have now revealed why
  
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• The new vaping laws are coming into force on May 20 - here's what it means

  19-05-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tobacco Products Directive will limit the strength and size of e-cigs as part of changes in the smoking industry
  
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• 'A truly inspirational and humbling evening' - stars praise Pride of North East awards night

  19-05-2017 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Celebrities, including actress Kym Marsh and footballer Jermain Defoe, say they were honoured to be at the ceremony in Newcastle
  
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• Hack that could save the cash-strapped NHS millions a year is 'removed from Facebook'

  19-05-2017 14:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ella Fielding, of Sunderland, urged people to buy over-the-counter paracetamol instead of relying on NHS hand-outs
  
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• Nine out of 10 Northumbria Police cops have not had recent background checks, probe claims

  19-05-2017 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation found almost 3,000 officers at the force have not been vetted in line with the current policy
  
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• Newcastle City Hall in 1972 - but which pop superstar were these teenagers hoping to see?

  19-05-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Exactly 45 years ago and hundreds of fans descended on Newcastle City Hall to get tickets to see the biggest name in pop music
  
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• Man involved in Burnopfield stand-off is sectioned and won't be charged, police say

  19-05-2017 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Armed officers spent almost 24 hours dealing with a stand-off on Lintz Terrace in Burnopfield, County Durham
  
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• George Ormond charged with 29 counts of historical sexual offences

  19-05-2017 13:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ex-Newcastle United coach Ormond has been charged as part of Operation Tide, Northumbria Police’s investigation into historical child sex abuse
  
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• Two men deny £1m plot to facilitate the illegal screening of Premier League football matches

  19-05-2017 12:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jason Graham and John Dodds deny conspiracy to defraud over a seven-year period while Victoria Dodds pleaded not guilty to money laundering
  
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• Beadnell Bay in Northumberland at the centre of big pollution incident

  19-05-2017 12:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Environment Agency officials are assessing the impact after more than 3,000 litres of liquid fertiliser was spilled
  
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• Rolf Harris released from prison and will attend indecent assault trial in person

  19-05-2017 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
   Australia-born former television star, 87, had already been convicted and sentenced for other offences in 2014
  
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• The Grainger Market in Newcastle is opening late on Saturday - and here's what you need to know

  19-05-2017 12:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The covered market and foodie heaven has a rare late night as part of The Late Shows and your favourite stalls are all open
  
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• Pervert who exposed himself to runners in park says he was 'high on drugs and having a laugh'

  19-05-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland serial flasher Lee Scott performed a sex act in front of people taking part in a Sunday morning park run in Mowbray Park
  
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• Nokia has revealed when the 'new' 3310 retro reboot phone is released

  19-05-2017 11:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Snake, buttons and a long battery life - Nokia has brought back an old favourite mobile phone with a few new features
  
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• Newcastle fan claimed he didn't pay for TV licence last season as he only watches Premier League

  19-05-2017 10:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV Licensing has sent us the best (or worst) excuses they've heard in the last year for not paying the £147 licence fee
  
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• Chris Cornell remembered by fans at birthplace of grunge

  19-05-2017 10:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Authorities said musician who helped cement Seattle's place in rock history took own life in a Detroit hotel room following Soundgarden concert
  
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• Tories blasted as 'nasty party' over 'shameful attack on older people'

  19-05-2017 09:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  10 million pensioners could lose their winter fuel payments under new plans
  
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• PrismTech expands Gateshead presence - Insider Media

  19-05-2017 09:24 via insidermedia.com
  
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  PrismTech expands Gateshead presence
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  Formerly known as Talipot House, the property was acquired by The Roland Group in 2014. The building consultancy team at Naylors was subsequently appointed to undertake a full renovation project, creating 17,000 sq ft of new grade A office space.
  
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• Drunk and banned driver drove dangerously through Wallsend - to see his upset girlfriend

  19-05-2017 09:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kenneth Smart has avoided jail after police followed him as he flouted the speed limit and travelled on the wrong side of the road in his van
  
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• Theresa May aims manifesto at Labour and UKIP voters in the North

  19-05-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Conservative leader sets out plans to boost schools and hospitals, but social care will cost more for many elderly people
  
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• See North East's only Royal Marine CCF force looking smart on their official opening parade

  19-05-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new force has been launched by Dame Allan's Schools, Newcastle, and St Thomas More Catholic School in Blaydon, Gateshead
  
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• The top ten news stories from Britain and around the world: UK trails European neighbours on health care quality index

  19-05-2017 08:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The top ten news stories from Britain and around the world
  
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• North East news LIVE: Man who threw petrol bombs during Burnopfield stand-off is sectioned & won't face criminal charges

  19-05-2017 07:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Friday's  traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• North East news LIVE: Gateshead hotel evacuated after kitchen fire

  19-05-2017 07:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Friday's  traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Virtual reality could push porn dangers 'to a whole new level', Newcastle experts say

  19-05-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A team from Newcastle University say the existence of virtual reality (VR) pornography is 'just around the corner'
  
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