Gateshead news

• Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Julie Parkin found stabbed to death in Sunderland

  27-06-2017 22:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody as police search a house in the Hylton Castle area
  
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• Family of Wallsend 107-year-old hoping to give her a fitting send-off at her funeral

  27-06-2017 22:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sarah Breed, known as Sally, never married and had no children, and lived independently well into her hundreds
  
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• Family of Wallsend 107-year-old ask kind-hearted strangers to help give her a fitting send-off

  27-06-2017 22:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sarah Breed, known as Sally, never married and had no children, and lived independently well into her hundreds
  
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• 'We miss him so much' - Owen Kerry's mum, dad and grandma speak of their pain

  27-06-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill and Lyndsey Harper are facing life sentences after they were convicted of murdering the 19-year-old in a Cramlington social club
  
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• David Wilson trial: Murder accused told flatmate he stabbed someone, court hears

  27-06-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Johnson is alleged to have killed Mr Wilson as he lay in bed in the flat he shared with his boyfriend in Sunderland
  
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• Barbaric 'dictator' and cult-like gang jailed for 81 years over sadistic death of Jimmy Prout

  27-06-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Zahid Zaman must serve at least 33 years behind bars and Ann Corbett a minimum of 27 years for the savage murder in North Shields
  
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• No immediate plans for Newcastle student flat developer to remove flammable cladding

  27-06-2017 20:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Shield is being built with the flammable Reynobond PE panels - the same variety blamed for the deadly Grenfell fire's rapid spread
  
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• 'Sprinklers save lives' - leading Tyne and Wear firefighter speaks following Grenfell Tower fire

  27-06-2017 20:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The assistant chief fire officer for Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service addressed a number of key safety concerns in the wake of the tragedy
  
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• Property quiz: Can you guess how much these homes sold for?

  27-06-2017 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Test yourself on the price of two Jesmond pads, a public toilet, a two-bed in Blyth and a massive student property in Sunderland
  
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• Got an eye for luxury? See if you can guess how much these properties sold for

  27-06-2017 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Test yourself on the price of two Jesmond pads, a public toilet, a two-bed in Blyth and a massive student property in Sunderland
  
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• St James' Point student flats fitted with flammable Grenfell Tower cladding

  27-06-2017 19:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Panels are blamed for deadly London fire's rapid spread but Newcastle student block's owners say its building follows 'highest' safety standards
  
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• Great North Eastern Brewing Company launches Harry Clasper ale - sounds oarsome!

  27-06-2017 19:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dunston brewery teams up with descendant of famous Gateshead rower to use his name on a new beer which is set to prove another winner
  
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• Love Island's Sophie Gradon gives her verdict on the Islanders and hopes big twist delivers drama

  27-06-2017 19:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Miss Newcastle Sophie is addicted to this year's Love Island and from Chris & Olivia to Marcel & Gaby she's got some opinions
  
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• Tory Minister jokes English regions should back the Tories if they want a deal like the DUP

  27-06-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Theresa May's Deputy, Damian Green, offered a light-hearted response to Labour MPs who fear the DUP deal is unfair on the North East
  
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• See cowardly killer Brian Cahill scurry away from murder scene moments after knifing Owen Kerry

  27-06-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Footage captures the moment Brian Cahill and Lyndsey Harper dash out of the social club in Cramlington while Owen lay dying on the floor
  
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• From Singhsbury's to Morrisinghs - Tyneside shopkeeper goes viral

  27-06-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jel Singh Nagra had to take sighns down from his West Allotment shop after Sainsbury's accused him of copyright infringement
  
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• My job is to reinvigorate Northern Powerhouse, says its third Minister in a year

  27-06-2017 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jake Berry visited the North East and said his ambition is to help narrow the North-South divide
  
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• Police track down 'distressed' woman in Boldon after concerned member of public raised alarm

  27-06-2017 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police launched an appeal after a member of the public became concerned about a woman covered in mud in Boldon
  
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• Schoolboy left fighting for life after Westgate Road crash is 'out of danger'

  27-06-2017 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The seven-year-old boy was seriously injured when a car ploughed into worshippers celebrating Eid in Newcastle
  
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• CCTV image released by police investigating rape in Sunderland - do you know this man?

  27-06-2017 17:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anyone who recognises the man is asked to ring police on 101 - it is thought he may hold vital information in a Sunderland rape investigation
  
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• Prosecute those who put flammable cladding on tower blocks says Government Minister

  27-06-2017 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Local Goverment Secretary Sajid Javid backs cal to prosecute those responsible for installing flammable cladding in tower blocks
  
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• This is the murder weapon used to savagely kill teenager Owen Kerry last Christmas

  27-06-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill plunged the lock knife so far into Owen's abdomen, the wound was deeper than the blade is long
  
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• Keep going bananas to raise the final £20,000 needed by The Sunshine Fund to help local kids

  27-06-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than £40,000 has been raised so far to buy specialist equipment for disabled children in the North East
  
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• Love Island's Sam for Geordie Shore? Gaz Beadle starts campaign to get him on MTV show

  27-06-2017 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sam Gowland was dumped from the Love Island villa along with Chloe Crowhurst on Monday but could he end up on Geordie Shore?
  
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• Free burritos, a first haircut, awards and open days among your charity news in Newcastle & the North East

  27-06-2017 16:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charity news written by you -
  charity groups and fundraisers throughout Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Your events: A 1940s weekend in Gateshead, tea dancing, family fun day and more! - ChronicleLive

  27-06-2017 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Enter your postcode to see news and information near you Community updates, Crime Statistics, Local News & Events and much more... 1940s weekend in Springwell Village (Photo: UGC TNE). Share; Comments. Get daily updates directly to your inbox.and more »
  
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• Wanted Stakeford man Sean Coleman 'could be putting lives at risk' on the roads

  27-06-2017 16:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 26-year-old from Ashington Drive, Stakeford in Northumberland is wanted by police after reports of dangerous driving
  
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• Your events: A 1940s weekend in Gateshead, tea dancing, family fun day and more!

  27-06-2017 16:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This week's community events written by you includes Newcastle, Gateshead, South Shields and Shotley Bridge
  
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• Five-year-old turns litter champ at Northumberland music festival

  27-06-2017 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's not acceptable to drop rubbish, says Oliver, before springing into action at Blyth
  
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• Ex on the Beach: Chloe Ferry struggles with feelings for Geordie Shore co-star Marty McKenna

  27-06-2017 16:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chloe was a shock arrival as Ex on the Beach kicked off last week and her feelings for her Geordie Shore co-star Marty are tested
  
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• Owen Kerry murder trial LIVE: Two found guilty of teenager's Christmas Eve murder

  27-06-2017 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill and Lyndsey Harper have both been convicted of the 19-year-old's murder
  
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• Met Office research finds parents encourage their children to tan with 7% never applying sun cream

  27-06-2017 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than a fifth of parents wait until their child's skin turns pink before reaching for the sun protection
  
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• Jimmy Prout's brother says puppet master Zahid Zaman is 'worse than evil'

  27-06-2017 15:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Edward Prout, known as Eddy, says there are no words to describe those responsible for his brother's death
  
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• Devoted daughter prepares for first Great North Run in memory of dad

  27-06-2017 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kelly shares her reasons for taking part in the 2017 Simply Health Great North Run
  
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• Toxic giant hogweed is spreading thanks to hot weather - here's what you need to know

  27-06-2017 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch out if you're walking around parks, woodlands or the countryside as the toxic plant can put you in hospital
  
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• Jet2 Newcastle to Menorca flight diverted to Manchester due to 'technical issue'

  27-06-2017 14:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Holidaymakers had to get a replacement aircraft from Manchester after the incident on Tuesday morning
  
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• Google slapped with record £2.1bn fine for online shopping competition breaches

  27-06-2017 14:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Europe's competition watchdog says internet search giant abused its market dominance
  
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• Gateshead confirm pre-season friendly against a Newcastle United XI - The Mag

  27-06-2017 14:05 via themag.co.uk
  
  Gateshead confirm pre-season friendly against a Newcastle United XI
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  Tuesday sees confirmation of Gateshead hosting a Newcastle United Xl in a pre-season friendly. gateshead. 21 hours ago by Jackie Smithfield. Share. AddThis Sharing Buttons. Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Google+ Share to Email.
  
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• Huge shoe find reveals what life was like for Romans in Northumberland

  27-06-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands of shoes have been discovered at Vindolanda, the Roman fort near Hadrian's Wall
  
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• A gritty scene on the River Tyne in 1983 - see how the same location looks 34 years on

  27-06-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Then and Now: The Redheugh Bridge between Gateshead and Newcastle as captured by Tyneside photographer Trevor Ermel
  
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• North East Charity Awards 2017: Celebrating charitable achievements in our region

  27-06-2017 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After the success of the North East Charity Awards in 2015 and 2016, The Journal and The Gazette are delighted to be launching the awards for their third year in 2017
  
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• North East Charity Awards 2017: Award Categories & Making a Nomination

  27-06-2017 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a list of the categories for 2017.  There's also a brief description on each award and some helpful tips on what the judging panel may be looking for
  
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• Owen Kerry murder trial: Jurors retire to consider verdicts on couple accused of Christmas killing

  27-06-2017 13:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brian Cahill and Lyndsey Harper deny murdering the 19-year -old in Cramlington Working Mens Club in an alleged joint attack
  
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• North East Charity Awards 2017: Meet the Judging Panel

  27-06-2017 13:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our judging panel is made up of key representatives from the North East corporate and voluntary sectors
  
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• Murder investigation launched after woman stabbed to death in Sunderland

  27-06-2017 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an incident at a home in the Hylton Castle area of Sunderland
  
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• Fancy being a farmer's husband or wife? A new BBC dating show aims to find rural romance

  27-06-2017 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eight rural folk from England and Scotland are struggling to find romance in remote locations - could you pack up the city dating?
  
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• Would you name your child after Jeremy Corbyn? A survey found it's a popular baby name

  27-06-2017 12:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Politically inspired names are the hottest baby trend according to the research, with traditionally Muslim names also in vogue
  
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• North East Charity Awards 2017: Book your table for the event

  27-06-2017 12:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This is a key networking event bringing together the business world and the community and voluntary sectors
  
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• Where were the Harry Potter films shot? The North East connections to the world's most famous wizard

  27-06-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  J.K Rowling's book Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was published two decades ago this week
  
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• Looking for a summer job in Newcastle? The Metro is hiring and it could lead to a permanent position

  27-06-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nexus, which runs the Metro, is taking on 32 new customer service advisors to help with a busy period
  
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