Gateshead news

• Watch smoke billow across the sky after fire breaks out at block of flats in Jesmond

  01-05-2018 21:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service sent three crews to the blaze but residents said no one was hurt
  
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• Blyth takeaway boss and landlord on trial accused of using vulnerable men as 'slaves'

  01-05-2018 20:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hargit Bariana denies eight modern slavery offences involving claims he 'bullied, coerced and forced' men to work for free
  
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• Bankruptcy case against former Newcastle United footballer Titus Bramble withdrawn

  01-05-2018 19:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A bankruptcy petition against Titus Bramble has been withdrawn by tax officials
  
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• Shocking CCTV footage shows hooded yobs causing havoc by jumping on cars

  01-05-2018 19:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A number of cars were vandalised in Berwick-upon-Tweed, with one family saying the damage cannot be repaired
  
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• Boy, 10, taken to hospital after being knocked off his bike in Gateshead

  01-05-2018 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The young cyclist collided with a car on Shields Road in Pelaw, Gateshead, on Tuesday afternoon
  
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• Takeaway town: Westgate Road has 33 places to get hot food - now there could be ANOTHER

  01-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fears the historic Newcastle street is being clogged up by takeaways flogging kebabs, pizza and burgers - but applicant says he has no choice
  
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• See BLINDFOLDED street stuntman hurdle through knives and fire on Northumberland Street

  01-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Stunt Runner Liam Collins, from North Tyneside, wowed shoppers with his daredevil act in Newcastle city centre
  
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• Newcastle clothes swap, 23-mile hike in Northumberland and more charity news

  01-05-2018 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charity and fundraising news written by groups and volunteers throughout Newcastle & the North East
  
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• The North East is set for another heatwave as temperatures soar over Bank Holiday weekend

  01-05-2018 18:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Met Office forecasters say we can plan for a 'nice weekend' in the region following some mid-week rain
  
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• Shopkeeper who posted abuse about Shia Muslims online claims 'I am not pro-IS'

  01-05-2018 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mohammed Zahir Khan has admitted a series of offences after posting abuse about Shia Muslims and encouraging acts of terror
  
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• 'Dogs don’t leave plastic all over the beach' - what you're saying about summer beach ban for dogs

  01-05-2018 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A ban came into force on Tuesday prohibiting dogs from going onto some North East beaches during the summer
  
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• This empty shop in the heart of historic Durham could be turned into a restaurant

  01-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The listed premises on Elvet Bridge was previously occupied by Newcastle Building Society
  
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• Royal wedding 2018: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce date, venue, start time and schedule

  01-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The pair are set to marry in May in Windsor - the latest details of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding have been revealed
  
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• Police searching for witnesses and dash cam footage after serious Spine Road crash

  01-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 76-year-old woman has been left fighting for life following the collision in Cramlington on Monday afternoon
  
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• Police Interceptors is back - watch the high-octane trailer involving Durham police

  01-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Camera crews follow Durham Constabulary and Cleveland Police on the frontline
  
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• A christening with a difference: baby gets baptised on a BOAT in Tynemouth

  01-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Harry Brown was christened on a Tynemouth RNLI lifeboat where his dad Michael is a volunteer crewman
  
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• You can now have a natural burial in one of Northumberland's most popular beauty spots

  01-05-2018 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Belsay Woodland Burial Ground opened on Tuesday, May 1 in the popular Belsay Estate in Northumberland
  
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• Child Benefit and Tax Credit payments to change in May - all you need to know

  01-05-2018 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two Bank Holidays in May mean the change could be good news for people who receive these benefits
  
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• Tip wars: Queues spill out of Wrekenton Campground as council vows to crack down on rogues

  01-05-2018 14:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Queues have been pictured formed outside of Campground in Wrenkenton, Gateshead
  
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• Watch Chloe Ferry's tearful video after Geordie Shore star goes under the knife for more surgery

  01-05-2018 13:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore star Chloe has had a number of surgical procedures in the past few years and went under the knife again on Monday
  
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• Scarlett Moffatt shares some exciting news with fans as she posts Instagram video from her bed

  01-05-2018 13:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The reality TV and former Gogglebox star also offers life advice after a strange coincidence
  
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• 1,000 jobs up for grabs at places including Northumbria Police, Virgin Money, Tesco Bank and Greggs

  01-05-2018 13:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A jobs fair is taking place at the Quorum Business Park on Thursday where people will be able to find out about a range of vacancies
  
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• Watch clip of Arbeia Roman Fort from BBC1 documentary exploring North East history

  01-05-2018 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch clip of Civilisations Stories: Frontier Land which highlights history and attractions at the South Shields fort
  
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• CCTV appeal to identify two women after elderly men have cash stolen in Newcastle banks

  01-05-2018 12:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Detectives are investigating two similar thefts from 'distracted' pensioners in banks in Newcastle city centre
  
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• Sky, BT and Virgin TV subscribers: Beware of the latest scam fraudsters are trying

  01-05-2018 12:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Action Fraud are warning of a new scam in which victims are offered discounts on their TV subscription, or told their account needs to be renewed
  
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• Newcastle United legend Terry McDermott puts European Cup medals up for auction

  01-05-2018 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Terry McDermott is putting European and league medals from his glittering career up for sale at auction
  
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• He's the famous topless Newcastle United fan aiming to unite both sides of the river Tyne this week

  01-05-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United season ticket holder Keith 'Beefy' Roberts is standing for election as a councillor at South Tyneside Council
  
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• Donald Trump UK visit: Protests planned in Newcastle and at Durham Miners' Gala

  01-05-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Together Against Trump is organising marches in Newcastle and at Durham Miners' Gala in July
  
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• Tyson Fury 'fat shames' Susanna Reid after challenging Piers Morgan to a fight on Good Morning Britain

  01-05-2018 11:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The heavyweight boxer awkwardly advised the presenter how to 'lose a bit' of weight
  
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• Tyson Fury 'fat shames' Susanna Reid after challenging Piers Morgan to a fight in cheeky GMB interview

  01-05-2018 11:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The heavyweight boxer awkwardly advised the presenter how to 'lose a bit' of weight
  
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• Gateshead local elections 2018: Candidates, wards, how to vote ... - ChronicleLive

  01-05-2018 09:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Gateshead local elections 2018: Candidates, wards, how to vote ...
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  Voters across Gateshead will go to the polls on Thursday, May 3 - here is all you need to know ahead of the date.and more »
  
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• Gateshead local elections 2018: Candidates, wards, how to vote and other essential information - ChronicleLive

  01-05-2018 09:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Gateshead local elections 2018: Candidates, wards, how to vote and other essential information
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  Gateshead residents are set to head to the polls next week to vote for the make up of their council. There are 23 seats up for grabs across 22 wards. Here's everything you need to know before you cast your vote. What kind of council is it? Gateshead ...
  
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• Watch amazing moment Gateshead beer garden crash victim walks again after major operation - ChronicleLive

  01-05-2018 09:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Watch amazing moment Gateshead beer garden crash victim walks again after major operation
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  A man who was told he would probably be in a wheelchair for the rest of his life after a horror crash has defied expectations by walking again. Jason Renwick suffered horrific leg injuries after a car smashed into the beer garden of the Tudor Rose pub ...
  
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• Watch amazing moment Gateshead beer garden crash victim walks again after major operation

  01-05-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jason Renwick, 28, was told he would probably never walk again after the crash at the Tudor Rose pub in Dunston
  
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• 'The place is in decline' - readers react to news Eldon Garden in Newcastle could be closing down

  01-05-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The owners have blamed a Newcastle City Council traffic decision for why the shopping centre has struggled
  
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• Meet the 96-year-old Newcastle council candidate hoping to bridge the generation gap

  01-05-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Florence Kirkby, who is standing in the Manor Park ward, was born in 1921 and is hoping to be elected this week
  
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• Dog owners take note: You are not allowed to take your pets on these North East beaches from now

  01-05-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People are being warned they could face a fine or prosecution if they break the summer beach ban - here we list beaches where dogs are not allowed
  
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• MOT tests are changing this month - this is how to make sure you car passes its test

  01-05-2018 08:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From May 20, failure of MOTs will be easier than ever before with new ‘minor’, ‘major’ and ‘dangerous’ categories
  
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• MOT rules are changing this month - this is how to make sure you car passes its test

  01-05-2018 08:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From May 20, failure of MOTs will be easier than ever before with new ‘minor’, ‘major’ and ‘dangerous’ categories
  
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• North East news LIVE: Two-vehicle crash on the A19 in Jarrow causing rush hour delays

  01-05-2018 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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• The Flying Scotsman thundered through Newcastle Central Station 50 years ago

  01-05-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On the 40th anniversary of its first non-stop London to Edinburgh journey, the Flying Scotsman passed through Newcastle
  
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• Restaurant plan for former sushi bar Osaka site in Newcastle city centre approved

  01-05-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former sushi bar is one step closer to being transformed into a new restaurant after concerns were resolved
  
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• Calls for England to introduce minimum pricing alcohol law to tackle drinking culture

  01-05-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drinkers must now pay at least 50p per unit for alcohol in Scotland, meaning a bottle of white cider has almost trebled in price
  
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