Gateshead news

• Jury to go out in trial of two men accused of murdering mum found in burning car

  26-03-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Unwin and William McFall deny murdering and raping Quyen Ngoc Nguyen and jurors will begin to deliberate on Tuesday
  
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• Ministers forced to explain decision to produce blue post-Brexit passports in France

  26-03-2018 21:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MPs challenged Ministers to explain how a Franco-Dutch firm could manufacture passports £100 million cheaper than Gateshead business De La Rue
  
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• Parmo man Anthony O'Shaughnessy takes another risk on Masterchef - but did he make it through?

  26-03-2018 21:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  SPOILER WARNING: We've watched Monday's episode of Masterchef but don't read on if you're yet to catch up
  
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• Watch horrifying moment speeding driver ploughs his car into van in town centre

  26-03-2018 20:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Topp has been jailed after going "grossly in excess" of the 30mph limit when he crashed into the vehicle, which was stopped a traffic lights
  
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• This letter a blind nine-year-old wrote to the Prime Minister will brighten your day

  26-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Thompson, 9, of Wardley, loves Virgin Trains but became concerned about the East Coast contract being cut short
  
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• See some of the dramatic North East rescues of people and pets caught on camera

  26-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From firefighters to the coastguard to members of the public these people risked their own safety for others
  
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• Northumbria Police's new Chief Constable 'will not be compromised' on neighbourhood policing

  26-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Winton Keenen's appointment to the top job was confirmed by a vote of approval from a Police and Crime Panel today
  
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• Northumbria Police bosses demand government action over 109% crime rise

  26-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police chiefs have sent proof of rising crime rates in the Northumbria Police area to the Home Office
  
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• Man raped woman he met on Facebook hours after discovering his partner was pregnant

  26-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kevin Wood attacked the woman, who he had never met before, after the pair drank alcohol and took drugs together
  
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• Attention dog owners: Warning after woman fined for failing to update pet's microchip details

  26-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A warning has been issued to dog owners in the North East after Natalie Stephenson was left more than £600 out of pocket for failing
  
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• Five arrested after assault outside Sunderland church leaves man fighting for his life

  26-03-2018 17:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The victim, who was flown to hospital after the attack, remains in a critical condition and police have now arrested five people
  
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• 'It's a monstrosity': Parents and nursery staff say former Low Fell gym is a hazard after fire

  26-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Spring gym, which is just meters from a nursery, has been the scene of another major fire
  
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• Government to hand over £4.5m to the North East to fill potholes in roads

  26-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The money will be divided between all seven local authorities to deal with the damage done by the recent bad weather
  
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• 'Good Friday won't be the same': Popular Newcastle chippy WON'T be open over Easter

  26-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bosses have given an update on Facebook, a month after a fire caused damage to the site
  
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• Arriva deny North East air quality accusation after moving eco-buses to Leeds

  26-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bus company is moving some North East hybrid buses to Yorkshire but insist this will not impact air quality in our region
  
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• The Chase looking for Geordie families for series of specials - how to apply

  26-03-2018 16:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you and your family are regular viewers of The Chase, you now have a chance to take on the Chasers in some family specials
  
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• Why do we eat chocolate Easter eggs? How the Easter treat symbolises Jesus and spring

  26-03-2018 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Easter Eggs have roots in Pagan and Christian traditions, but they were not always made out of chocolate
  
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• Newcastle Quayside police incident RECAP: Man dies after falling from Tyne Bridge

  26-03-2018 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four ambulances, four police cars and a fire crew were all called to the Quayside near the Tyne Bridge on Monday afternoon.
  
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• Why Peter Kay cancelled his UK tour - full statement and how to get ticket refunds

  26-03-2018 15:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The comedian was set to play seven dates in Newcastle at the Metro Radio Arena but has now had to cancel his plans
  
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• Biker thrown from motorcycle in Sherburn Hill crash left with serious leg injuries

  26-03-2018 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 35-year-old biker and his 30-year-old passenger were thrown from the motorcycle in a collision with a car on Front Street in Sheburn Road
  
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• Huge retro gaming festival NERG to return to Gateshead with games including Sega Rally and Pac-Man - ChronicleLive

  26-03-2018 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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• Flowers laid on A69 at Throckley at the spot where a man tragically died in a crash

  26-03-2018 14:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Flowers have been left at the spot where a passenger in a Highways England van died in a crash near Throckley on Thursday
  
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• How Newcastle Falcons want to sellout St James' Park by 2020

  26-03-2018 14:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  After the first ever 'Big One' on Saturday, the Falcons plan to host it annually over the next two seasons and expect bigger crowds each year
  
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• Metro workers avoid being hit by train near Pelaw station with just two seconds to spare

  26-03-2018 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation has been launched into the incident that took place on the Metro system in February
  
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• See the moment a tiny dog is reunited with its owner after falling into the sea

  26-03-2018 14:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Hodgson sent us this video and said the crew of the NJORD Alpha deserved recognition for saving the pet
  
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• Pervert former foster carer jailed over child abuse and animal porn images

  26-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Hearn, from Walker, claimed that he had no sexual interest in children but a judge put him behind bars for 12 months
  
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• 'No greater feeling' - man who spent 50 years fighting open cast mining hails Druridge Bay decision

  26-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  George 'Pitch' Wilson has spent more than 50 years opposing opencast mining and has hailed the Druridge Bay decision
  
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• Gosforth garage gunman still on the run after Friday morning petrol station raid

  26-03-2018 13:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are still searching for the armed man who held up a garage in Gosforth after threatening a member of staff and stealing cash
  
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• Popular Spot White pool hall set to reopen after Stowell Street fire

  26-03-2018 12:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A blaze in the vicinity of the bar on March 22 caused the Newcastle city centre haunt to close but it's on schedule to reopen this week
  
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• 52 fun Newcastle nightlife photos from bars including Flares, Players & PopWorld

  26-03-2018 12:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take a look at our fun gallery of Newcastle nightlife including Sinners, Bar B, Eazy Street and more
  
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• Drunken Sunderland fans fined after yob spat beer at family on a train

  26-03-2018 12:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 13-year-old girl and her parents were sprayed with beer by a Sunderland fan returning from an away game
  
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• New location of Chester-le-Street market proposed by council after traders left furious over move

  26-03-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham County Council wants to move 100 stalls on the town's Market Place to make way for a flood prevention scheme
  
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• Firm fighting council's ban on asylum seekers not having to share rooms with strangers

  26-03-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jomast, a G4S subcontractor, claims the move is unlawful - but Newcastle City Council is fighting back at a tribunal
  
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• Motorcyclist taken to hospital after being knocked off bike during three-vehicle A1 crash

  26-03-2018 11:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were lane closures and long delays on the northbound A1 after a crash involving a motorbike during Monday morning rush hour
  
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• Dog owners warned to keep pets away from mud as deadly Alabama Rot disease sweeps UK

  26-03-2018 11:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are fears that expected spells of bad weather could help the fatal disease spread to more dogs
  
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• Review: Steven Wilson, Sage Gateshead, 25 March 2018 - The Northern Echo

  26-03-2018 10:47 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
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  Review: Steven Wilson, Sage Gateshead, 25 March 2018
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  STEVEN Wilson may well be - as the promo for his latest album claims 'the most successful British musician most people have never heard of', but not to his legion of fans, writes Dave Lawrence. To them he is the creative force behind Porcupine Tree ...and more »
  
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• There are Northern Rail strikes on Monday and Thursday - Here is the firm's revised timetable

  26-03-2018 10:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two walkouts are taking place on Monday and Thursday by members of the RMT rail union over driver-only operated train plans
  
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• 'The news has sneaked out a little earlier than we'd liked' - Declan Donnelly confirms baby joy

  26-03-2018 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Geordie presenter took to the Ant and Dec social media accounts to thank fans following rumours that he is expecting a baby
  
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• We Can! Major campaign launched to pay tribute to people with autism

  26-03-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have teamed up with the North East Autism Society to raise awareness of the condition and celebrate people with autism
  
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• Serial road menace took police on chase in Newcastle with his daughter in car

  26-03-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Curran narrowly missed injuring an officer when he sped-off sending him flying to the ground as he tried to get in his vehicle
  
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• Jobs you can apply for now at Whitley Bay's soon to reopen Spanish City

  26-03-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Restaurant managerial roles and a position co-ordinating events and weddings are vacancies advertised now    
  
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• North East news LIVE: Long delays after crash on the A1 closes two lanes in Gateshead

  26-03-2018 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Monday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Work finally starts on Newcastle City Pool and Turkish Baths development as re-opening date revealed

  26-03-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle City Pool and Turkish Baths was due to open to the public in spring this year but suffered 'unforeseen delays'
  
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• The North's children are being let down by poverty and poor schools

  26-03-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Children's Commissioner, the official champion of our children, says things must change
  
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