Gateshead news

• Police hunting suspect after attempted robbery outside Northumberland Street's Santander branch

  20-01-2018 22:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A G4S security driver was targeted outside the bank but the suspect left the scene empty handed
  
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• Man arrested after alleged robbery at County Durham newsagent

  20-01-2018 20:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police probing an alleged robbery at Thiru Newsagents in West Cornforth are now quizzing a man over the incident
  
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• This gorgeous four-bedroom in house in Low Fell screams old school class

  20-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 6000 sq ft detached property needs some work but, at £895,000 with Bradley Hall, represents a unique opportunity
  
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• 'Thank you for his gift of life' - Mark Park's mum receives letter from man with son's heart

  20-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Park, from West Denton, Newcastle, died after a crash on Scotswood Road on January 18
  
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• Robber wearing green monster halloween mask and waving knife leaves female bookies worker terrified

  20-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Pentland raided a Benton bookies but was easily caught as his victim is friends with his partner and recognised him despite his scary disguise
  
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• From Miss Newcastle to TV star and the other North East female stars making it big

  20-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We look at the region's actresses who are beginning to dominate the telly from crime dramas to diet shows
  
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• Chester FC 1 Gateshead 3: Survival hopes dealt a hammer blow after woeful display - ChesterChronicle.co.uk

  20-01-2018 18:12 via chesterchronicle.co.uk
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  Chester FC 1 Gateshead 3: Survival hopes dealt a hammer blow after woeful display
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  Based on this showing it's hard to imagine Chester FC remaining a National League side beyond the end of this season. Shapeless and lacking any real plan, the Blues were soundly beaten by a Gateshead side who hadn't won since November and who had been ...
  Marcus Bignot 'still believes' Chester FC can avoid relegation despite woeful Gateshead defeatThe Chester Standarda
  
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• This pervert is behind bars after paedophile hunters caught him trying to meet underage girls

  20-01-2018 17:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Wise, from Kenton, said there were groups trying to catch perverts meeting underage girls - unaware that's what was happening to him
  
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• 'It's a waste of our time' - Tynemouth Life Brigade called out on hoax call from phone box

  20-01-2018 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The brigade's captain slammed the call as 'needless' and a 'total waste of our time and resources'
  
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• Teacher banned from the profession after spending the night in a hotel with a pupil

  20-01-2018 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Houghton admitted his actions were 'sexually motivated' while he worked at a school in County Durham
  
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• Teen who stole £3,000 of gran's savings escapes jail again despite breaching sentence

  20-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chloe Knutson was given a suspended prison sentence for burgling her gran last year but failed to do any unpaid work or attend appointments
  
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• Knock knock: Watch the North East police raids caught on camera in the last year

  20-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch officers give suspects a rude awakening when they swoop on addresses across the North East
  
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• Why were the TV cameras out and people queuing in Northumberland Street on Saturday?

  20-01-2018 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of people were queuing in the street which left shoppers scratching their heads
  
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• CCTV released after fire caused almost £1m worth of damage at concrete compound

  20-01-2018 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police were called to Ezimix concrete compound in Gateshead on Tuesday where machinery was ablaze
  
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• 'Arsonists behind £1m blaze' in Gateshead - BBC News

  20-01-2018 14:44 via bbc.co.uk
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  'Arsonists behind £1m blaze' in Gateshead
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  Arsonists were behind a blaze that caused almost £1m of damage at a Tyneside business, police have said. Five wagons - worth £175,000 each - and one loading shovel worth £100,000 were damaged at the Ezimix concrete compound in Dunston, Gateshead, on ...and more »
  
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• North East families spend nearly 50% more on booze every week than fruit and veg

  20-01-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The figures from the Office of National Statistics have shed light on household spending across the region
  
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• How MP Ben Bradley's 'vasectomies for the jobless' idea might actually work

  20-01-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  His idea to give the jobless the snip was misplaced, however to save taxpayer cash here's some other suggestions
  
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• £12m security bill for North East hospitals as thousands of staff and patients are attacked

  20-01-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Latest figures show 4,249 'physical and non-verbal' attacks were recorded at hospitals over five years
  
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• Do you have mould in your home? Here's how you can get rid of it for good

  20-01-2018 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mould can be harmful to your health and has been linked to cancer, allergies, infections and miscarriages
  
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• Top 100 dogs: Which breed tops ITV list of the UK's favourite canines?

  20-01-2018 12:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The number one dog may not surprise you as it's a breed long loved by dog-mad Brits, but is yours in the top 100?
  
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• Thousands in North East set to get HIGHER disability benefits after government U-turn

  20-01-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ministers have agreed to pay vast numbers pf people with mental health issues more Personal Independence Payments (PIP)
  
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• This is Cassie the Staffie and she needs to find her forever home - can you help?

  20-01-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new owner has not been found since the Staffordshire bull terrier was taken in by Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in July
  
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• Remember 35 years ago? 20 photographs of Newcastle and the North East in 1983

  20-01-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  20 memorable North East images from 1983 - the year of the Tuxedo Princess and Auf Wiedershen, Pet
  
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• Newcastle pensioner tells of holiday from hell at posh Turkish all inclusive hotel

  20-01-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steven Nicholson, of Fenham, was struck down with violent gastric problems when staying at Barut Lara Hotel, just outside Lara Beach
  
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• Heartbroken girlfriend of popular barman John Renwick speaks of tragic final night together

  20-01-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eazy Street barman John Renwick was found dead at his home on Westbourne Avenue, Walker, in June last year
  
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• Slimming World members rejoice! This is the superfood news you've been waiting for

  20-01-2018 11:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Weightloss giant Slimming World has revised guidance on a popular food - and many health-conscious members are celebrating
  
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• Gateshead Make Second New Loan Signing - Pitchero Non-League

  20-01-2018 10:15 via nonleague.pitchero.com
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  Gateshead Make Second New Loan Signing
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  Vanarama National League club Gateshead have followed the signing of Ben Fox on loan from Burton Albion with the arrival of young striker Lewis McNall from Premier League neighbours Newcastle United for the rest of the season. The 18-year-old, whose ...and more »
  
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• When will the Whitley Bay Central Lower Promenade works finish?

  20-01-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North Tyneside Council project to refurbish the Whitley Bay's sea defences started in March last year
  
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• Man pulled samurai sword out on his neighbour after dispute which turned violent

  20-01-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Ditchburn, from Ashington, armed himself with the blade and confronted his neighbour when a feud between the pair escalated
  
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• Dear Rafa......read the touching letter to football manager from a nine year old NUFC fan

  20-01-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lewis Emerson wrote a letter to the NUFC manager at school thanking Rafa and apologising for the 'performance' of Mike Ashley
  
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• Can you legally park on the Swan House Roundabout? These drivers must think so

  20-01-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Motorists are leaving their vehicles on the inside of the busy junction for easy access to the middle
  
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• Gateshead car dealership fined for failing to declare car's previous owner was actually Europcar - ChronicleLive

  20-01-2018 06:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Gateshead car dealership fined for failing to declare car's previous owner was actually Europcar
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  Enter your postcode to see news and information near you Community updates, Crime Statistics, Local News & Events and much more... Robins and Day Peugeot on Bensham Road, Gateshead (Image: Newcastle Chronicle). Share. by Taboola by Taboola · Sponsored ...
  
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• They've done it! Durham-born explorer Robert Swan completes epic South Pole expedition with his son

  20-01-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robert and Barney Swan completed the gruelling journey using only renewable energy to keep them warm and dry
  
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• Teenager who smuggled drugs and phones into HMP Northumberland walks free

  20-01-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kelsey Potts of South Shields was told prison sentences usually follow but a judge took the 'highly exceptional' course of freeing her
  
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• Newcastle's colourful curry king, Abdul Latif aka of Lord Harpole - 10 years gone

  20-01-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle reported how Newcastle restaurant owner Abdul Latif had died in his sleep, aged just 52
  
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• Mobile and tablet game producers accused of advertising junk food to children

  20-01-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Sharon Hodgson says children must be protected from adverts for unhealthy food on their devices
  
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• 'I'd be better off back on the street' - This man is NOT happy about his leaking loo

  20-01-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Damian King, who is disabled, said the conditions in his social housing home were appalling and putting his health at risk
  
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• Gateshead car dealership fined for failing to declare car's previous owner was actually Europcar

  20-01-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Peugeot's Robins and Day dealership on Bensham Road failed to declare a car's previous owner was Europcar
  
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