Gateshead news

• Queen's Speech - Theresa May backs down on plans to axe free school meals

  20-06-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Speech will set out the Government's plans for the next two years and is inevitably dominated by Brexit
  
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• Owen Kerry murder accused admits killing the teenager but says it was an accident

  20-06-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill claimed the stabbing at a Cramlington social was not intentional as he gave evidence at Newcastle Crown Court
  
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• Power cut in South Tyneside affects around 3,000 homes on Tuesday afternoon

  20-06-2017 21:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The power cut lasted over two hours and affected people living in the East and West Boldon areas
  
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• The Children's Foundation Star award winners in the North East for 2017 are revealed

  20-06-2017 20:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event now in its 11th year has honoured more than 200 disabled children and their friends and families
  
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• Tyne and Wear Metro return to public hands a success although disruption to come

  20-06-2017 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The service has been publicly managed since April and has improved after initial teething problems
  
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• Newcastle MP seeks assurances about private tower blocks after Grenfell fire disaster

  20-06-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Chi Onwurah joins Newcastle City Council in calling for assurances about privately-owned tower blocks
  
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• Mum-in-a-million who won Chronicle award given just 12 months to live after heartbreaking diagnosis

  20-06-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jenny Thirlaway, of Wallsend, nursed her twins and husband through life-threatening illnesses - but is now the one living on borrowed time
  
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• Meet the classroom helpers giving Northumberland school pupils paws for thought

  20-06-2017 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pupils at Northburn Primary School, in Cramlington, have been getting extra help from a classroom assistant with a difference
  
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• Who is Nick Brown - the MP suing an author over 'wholly false' claims about his private life?

  20-06-2017 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We look at the career of Mr Brown who has represented Newcastle East since 1983 and was a close ally of namesake Gordon Brown
  
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• Where is Ex on the Beach series 7 filmed? The lowdown on the new location for MTV show

  20-06-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Twisted MTV dating show Ex on the Beach is back for series 7 with Geordie Shore stars once again in the mix but where was it filmed?
  
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• When can we expect heavy rain and thunderstorms? Here's the Met Office's hour-by-hour forecast

  20-06-2017 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The temperature is still warm but prepare for spells of torrential rain and lightning strikes so take care on the roads
  
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• Heavy rain and thunderstorms soak North East - here's the Met Office's hour-by-hour forecast

  20-06-2017 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The temperature is still warm but there are spells of torrential rain and lightning strikes so take care on the roads
  
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• Ex on the Beach: Chloe Ferry's shock arrival stuns Marty McKenna as series 7 kicks off on MTV

  20-06-2017 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ex on the Beach is back for series 7 on MTV and Geordie Shore Marty McKenna is one of the first singles to see an ex emerge from the sea
  
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• Imagine a summer trip to Warkworth, Northumberland, in 1933 - we have one captured on film

  20-06-2017 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Filmed by Newcastle ACA, a 'Trip to Warkworth' captures young people enjoying a day out 84 long years ago
  
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• Your Events: Summer fayres, circus festival, a jazz concert and more!

  20-06-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This week's community events written by you includes Newcastle, Gateshead, Jarrow and Durham
  
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• The story of Hexham Abbey and one of the grandest of reunions to be re-told

  20-06-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A day school, titled Hexham Abbey Revealed, will be held on July 8, with expert-led activities and workshops
  
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• Newcastle MP Nick Brown sues author over 'wholly false' claims about his private life

  20-06-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour chief whip Nick Brown is suing after a book on Tony Blair said he was accused of paying rent boys, a claim he denies
  
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• Gateshead toddler Liam Fee's murder could not have been prevented experts rule

  20-06-2017 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A significant case review into the death of Ryton toddler Liam Fee has ruled his murder at the hands of his mother could not have been prevented
  
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• Fancy some peace and quiet? Maybe you could live away from it all with this home on Holy Island

  20-06-2017 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 650,000 people visit the remote Northumberland island every year - but only 160 actually live there
  
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• Your charity news in the North East: Seven-year-old's marathon effort, garden makeover, awards, a cycling challenge & more!

  20-06-2017 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charity news written by you -
  charity groups and fundraisers throughout Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Jose Mourinho accused of tax fraud in Spain

  20-06-2017 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Manchester United manager being investigated for 'economic crimes' during his time with Real Madrid
  
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• Owen Kerry murder trial RECAP: Defendant admits stabbing teen but claims it was a 'dreadful accident'

  20-06-2017 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill and Lyndsey Harper deny murdering the 19-year-old, who was allegedly stabbed to death on Christmas Eve at a Cramlington social club
  
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• Owen Kerry murder trial LIVE: Updates as defence set to start in Christmas Eve stabbing trial

  20-06-2017 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill and Lyndsey Harper deny murdering the 19-year-old, who was allegedly stabbed to death on Christmas Eve at a Cramlington social club
  
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• Teenager denies £1m blackmail plot against G4S security firm

  20-06-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Garland, from Chester-le-Street in County Durham, is accused of making the demand on January 11
  
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• Pervert snared after sex with schoolgirl and sending explicit photos to his ex

  20-06-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Samim Sofati, from Elswick, had sex with the 14-year-old then took pictures of her in bed and sent them to his former partner to 'make her jealous'
  
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• High-rise living in Newcastle: When and why did the tower blocks happen?

  20-06-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster, we recall the beginnings of high-rise living in Newcastle
  
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• Brexit 'will make Britain poorer', says Bank of England Governor

  20-06-2017 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  He also warned of job cuts, price rises and poor wages and threw shade in Boris Johnson's direction
  
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• Tesco says it has had to cancel some home deliveries due to IT fault

  20-06-2017 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The supermarket says it is working to fix the problem which has seen some orders delayed on Tuesday morning
  
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• Ex-Newcastle Falcons rugby captain Doddie Weir reveals motor neurone battle

  20-06-2017 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Doddie Weir, 46, is a former Scotland international and was part of the Premiership-winning side of 1997-98
  
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• Newcastle and North East braced for thunderstorms as Met Office issues weather warning

  20-06-2017 12:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A summer storm is set to hit Newcastle and the region for two days with rain set to lash down during day light hours
  
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• Man arrested after alleged South Shields stab attack leaves man in hospital

  20-06-2017 12:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating an alleged stabbing after an injured man was found on Boldon Lane, near Lidl early on Tuesday morning
  
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• Newcastle planners set to be given fire safety refresher in wake of Grenfell tragedy

  20-06-2017 12:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council will take steps to offer more information to councillors in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire
  
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• Read Grenfell Tower firefighter's heartbreaking story of his impossible decision on the 20th floor

  20-06-2017 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The fire has left 79 people missing, presumed dead, and one firefighter has bravely spoken of his dilemma as he fought to save victims
  
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• Watch the moment Jimmy Prout's murderers shamelessly plunder his bank account

  20-06-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After dumping Jimmy Prout's body on wasteland near their home, the murderers accessed ATMs with his card several times
  
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• The Beatles, Beach Boys and Buddy Holly all feature in GP's 7,000 singles collection set to be sold

  20-06-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After collecting singles for 50 years, a former Gateshead GP is ready to part with his beloved record collection
  
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• Stunning aerial photos show how The Hoppings looks from the sky

  20-06-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Hoppings - Europe's largest travelling funfair - is at Newcastle's Town Moor until Saturday, June 24
  
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• CCTV image released after failed robbery in Sunderland

  20-06-2017 11:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to following an attempted robbery at Roker beach
  
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• Met Police cuts an absurdity in wake of terror attacks, warns ex commissioner

  20-06-2017 10:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lord Blair also said it was "no surprise" that Monday's attack at the Finsbury Park Mosque happened
  
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• 'He was like a poison on this estate' - Residents speak of hatred for Jimmy Prout killer

  20-06-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vulnerable Jimmy was tortured and murdered on St Stephen's Way, Percy Main, in a chilling campaign of abuse
  
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• Barclays and four bank chiefs face fraud charges over 2008 crisis fundraising

  20-06-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Barclays and four individuals, including former boss John Varley, have been charged with conspiracy to commit fraud relating to the bank's emergency fundraising during the financial crisis.
  
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• North East news LIVE: Police investigating alleged stabbing in South Shields arrest suspect

  20-06-2017 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Tuesday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• North East news LIVE: Boldon Lane in South Shields cordoned off after injured person found

  20-06-2017 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Tuesday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• You can high five South Shields FC when they start the Great North 10k

  20-06-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The South Tyneside team are bringing the FA Vase along with them to show runners at the Simplyhealth event
  
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• Rare seabirds' nests lost after suspected dog attack at Crimdon conservation project

  20-06-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Around 50 nests belonging to Little terns were lost setting back the RSPB conservation project designed to protect the rare seabirds
  
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• 'Predatory animal' who abused vulnerable teenagers left one girl washing herself with bleach

  20-06-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darren Trott lured girls to his caravan in Sunderland with the offer of legal highs, waited until they were 'insensible' and abused them
  
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• Hero plastic surgeon who treated victims of Romania nightclub fire awarded OBE

  20-06-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Sarah Pape, consultant at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, has received the honour for her services to burns patients in the UK and Romania
  
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