Gateshead news

• Newcastle street style spotters look at leather jackets & where to buy them

  02-11-2017 21:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We asked Northumbria University fashion communication students to stop the most stylish people in Newcastle
  
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• Mum and daughter threatened by armed 'carjacker' as they wait for Chinese takeaway in North Shields

  02-11-2017 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are hunting a stranger with a knife who jumped in family's car in North Shields and ordered the mum to drive
  
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• Young women pressured to have 'big lips' and 'big boobs' by social media - MP claims

  02-11-2017 20:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Laura Pidcock says online services present an unrealistic version of beauty and platforms such as Youtube and Instagram are adding to the problem
  
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• EDL founder Tommy Robinson cancels Tyneside event blaming venue owners

  02-11-2017 19:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The far right activist was due to take part in a book singing event and Q&A session on Saturday night
  
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• Police say no 'sinister' intentions after Ann Summers lolly handed to schoolgirl trick or treater

  02-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The lolly is said to have been left behind from a recent hen party and police believe there were no 'sinister' intentions
  
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• University lecturer loses 10 years worth of work when burglar takes her hard drive

  02-11-2017 17:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A hard drive containing 10 years of academic research has been stolen from a Newcastle lecturers home
  
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• Terrifying: Halloween-masked raiders terrorise Byker pensioner before stealing her funeral savings

  02-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'I have been shaking ever since. I have never slept. You think at 4pm in your own home you are safe'
  
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• Police urge dog walker who may be potential key witness in rape investigation to come forward

  02-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The alleged incident happened on August Bank Holiday weekend in a park area near Bensham Road, Gateshead
  
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• Game of Thrones star teases fans with promise of 'great' final season

  02-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ben Crompton, who plays Eddison Tollett in the hit show, was in Ashington for the launch of Movember
  
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• Could Elswick Pool in Newcastle be set to re-open? The council are considering it

  02-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pool closed two years ago due to budget cuts but residents have now submitted a business plan to re-open and manage the venue
  
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• Innovative pre-fab techniques used to make unwanted garages into modern homes

  02-11-2017 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Laser-measured units made at a factory in Wales have been craned into the walls of former garages in County Durham to make new houses
  
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• Missing Northumberland man Jordan Lauder found safe and well, police confirm

  02-11-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  25-year-old Jordan Lauder went missing from his home in Corbridge on Wednesday
  
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• Advice on pet health: A sneezing cat, dog with a corn, degu losing fur & more

  02-11-2017 15:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Readers from Newcastle and the North East can send a question for veterinary surgeon Rory Thomson of St Clair Veterinary Care in Croft Road, Blyth, using the form below
  
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• Get your kids vaccinated because they are 'super-spreaders' of flu - and there's no needles

  02-11-2017 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A leading doctor is urging parents to sort out flu jabs for their kids to protect themselves and others amid fears an outbreak could push the NHS
  
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• How will an interest rate rise of 0.25% affect me?

  02-11-2017 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Bank of England has increased the base rate of interest for the first time in a decade
  
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• Why was TV character Basil Fawlty in Newcastle's Bigg Market 40 years ago?

  02-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Actor John Cleese, who played Basil Fawlty, was in Newcastle to promote a new book of Fawlty Towers scripts in November 1977
  
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• Splashing: Whitley Bay's famous Spanish City Dome gets fresh lick of paint

  02-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The paint job was carried out as part of a restoration scheme to bring the building back into use
  
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• Dog owner facing trial after pensioner knocked down and 'bitten' in Northumberland Street

  02-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nathan Lloyd is accused of being the owner of a German Shepherd who allegedly knocked the pensioner over and bit her arm
  
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• Did you used to work for BT in Newcastle? Then we need your help

  02-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Irish Centre is hosting a fundraising event and asking former British Telecom workers from Newcastle to help out
  
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• 24 non-Halloween Newcastle nightlife photos from city centre bars & clubs at the weekend

  02-11-2017 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take a look at our video and gallery from Newcastle city nightspots including Bijoux, Tup Tup Palace, Harry's and more!
  
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• One-Armed bandit E-Type jaguar used in infamous murder set to go up for auction

  02-11-2017 13:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you want to own a piece of North East gangland history which helped inspire Get Carter, then this is your chance
  
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• Do you rent from a private landlord? This has got to be good news

  02-11-2017 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Plans to stop letting agencies from making unfair charges have been proposed by the government
  
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• This epic marriage proposal takes some beating - but did she say 'yes'?

  02-11-2017 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Craig Tampin, from Wallsend, popped the question after a whirlwind Gavin and Stacey-style romance
  
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• 'Hugely emotional' Field of Remembrance returns to Gateshead's Saltwell Park - ITV News

  02-11-2017 12:27 via itv.com
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  'Hugely emotional' Field of Remembrance returns to Gateshead's Saltwell Park
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  Hundreds of service men and women who lost their lives fighting for their country are to be remembered with a moving display of crosses in a Gateshead park. A Field of Remembrance will again be planted at Saltwell Park. It will have thousands of wooden ...
  
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• Electric cars - they are the future and 'now' their time has come

  02-11-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Measures include placing more vehicle charging points across the country, so that motorists are encouraged to buy an electric vehicle
  
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• Dean of Newcastle to leave post after 14 years serving the city

  02-11-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 61-year-old has played a key role in overseeing significant improvements to facilities and outlook for both visitors and worshippers
  
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• Cult make-up brand Benefit issues urgent product recall

  02-11-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The eyebrow product has been pulled over fears it can irritate eyes so customers are being urged to send their purchases back
  
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• Rail strike talks begin in bid to avert industrial action planned for next week

  02-11-2017 11:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The RMT have started negotiations with rail operators over the union's action about the introduction of driver only operated trains
  
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• Welcome To Sunderland - your Tweets show culture judges what makes you proud to be a Mackem

  02-11-2017 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland Empire Theatre, the Air Show and the Wearside's hidden gems have all been posted on a hashtag designed to impress City of Culture panel
  
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• How to apply for next series of Great British Bake Off on Channel 4?

  02-11-2017 09:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On Tuesday night, the Great British Bake off will crown its winner on Channel 4 but thoughts have already turned to another series
  
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• Hitachi in County Durham named as 1 of 5 shortlisted to build 225mph trains for HS2

  02-11-2017 09:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Winning the contract would be a major economic boos for the region, securing and creating jobs
  
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• Cheryl returning home to Newcastle to open her own centre with the Prince's Trust

  02-11-2017 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pop star Cheryl will be at the opening of the Cheryl's Trust and Prince's Trust centre in her home city of Newcastle
  
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• 'Spice' user lands himself in court after being found unconscious in Newcastle city centre

  02-11-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reece Ramsey was in possession of the psychoactive substance when found slumped on the stairs at Monument Metro Station
  
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• Mum's horror as man puts Ann Summers lolly in her little sister's Halloween bucket

  02-11-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman from County Durham was disgusted when she found the x-rated lolly and has reported the incident to police
  
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• Funding deal for new Metro trains could be 'possible' in a matter of weeks

  02-11-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The leader of Newcastle City Council said talks with the Treasury were progressing, raising hopes a breakthrough could be imminent
  
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• Workplace bullying allegations at factory sparked violent revenge attack by father and sons

  02-11-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vulnerable Sam Laidlow had told his family he had been treated badly at the Hebburn factory so they attacked a worker in revenge
  
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• Watch rare film footage of Newcastle United in European action 40 years ago

  02-11-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch Newcastle United at St James' Park against Bastia and THAT wonder goal from Johnny Rep on this day in 1977
  
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• Armed police to patrol outside Fenwick's famous festive window during launch event

  02-11-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers with guns will be at Christmas events across Tyneside as UK terror threat remains severe
  
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• Adorable! Liam Payne teases fans with a clip of baby Bear giggling

  02-11-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cute clip was posted to the singer's Instagram but Cheryl's first-born is still being kept under wraps and his face can't be seen
  
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• Cheryl returning home to Newcastle to open her Trust centre

  02-11-2017 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pop star Cheryl will be at the opening of the Cheryl's Trust and Prince's Trust centre in her home city of Newcastle
  
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