Gateshead news

• Who are the 12 new arrivals on Love Island? Six new girls and six new boys enter itv2 show

  27-06-2018 23:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island loves to throw a new arrival or two into the villa but the latest twist sees 12 newcomers enter the itv2 show
  
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• Vera in Northumberland: Fans get selfies with Brenda Blethyn as film crews return for new series

  27-06-2018 20:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Film crews for the latest series of popular ITV drama Vera were pictured on location in Amble, Northumberland
  
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• Cyclist airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after collision with car in Northumberland

  27-06-2018 20:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cyclist suffered chest and shoulder injuries in the collision which happened on the B6320 near Bellingham   
  
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• Great Exhibition of the North whips up Terry Laybourne's enthusiasm

  27-06-2018 19:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle restaurateur launches The Great North Supper Clubs after Great Exhibition whets his appetite
  
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• Kingston Park baby death trial: Jury sent home after first day of deliberations

  27-06-2018 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrew Chiu denies killing 15-week-old Nathan by shaking him when he would not settle at the family home in Newcastle
  
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• Long delays to reopen Killingworth Road in Newcastle sees costs spiral over budget

  27-06-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Killingworth Road, part of the A189 in South Gosforth, closed last July - but won't reopen until 2019
  
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• Heartbroken Wallsend mum of tragic teen opens up on his battle with rare and deadly heart condition

  27-06-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Luke Pollard died at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle at the age of 18 after being diagnosed with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
  
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• Heartbroken Wallsend mum of tragic teen opens up on his battle with rare and deadly genetic condition

  27-06-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Luke Pollard died at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle at the age of 18 after being diagnosed with Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
  
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• A huge row has erupted in the Labour Party over plans to 'sideline' councillors

  27-06-2018 18:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A huge row has erupted in the Labour Party over plans to let party members choose council leaders
  
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• Love Island shock sees Islanders boot two people out of the villa in dramatic dumping

  27-06-2018 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island is famous for its many twists and dramatic bombshells and Wednesday night's dumping sees another one in the villa
  
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• Dad who pays mortgage on missing son's home so he has somewhere to return to at risk of losing it

  27-06-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has been almost three years since 31-year-old vanished, but Paul Whinham believes his son is still alive
  
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• Cats lucky to be alive after cruelly being dumped in a suitcase on hottest day of the year

  27-06-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An RSPCA inspector has slammed whoever is responsible and said there is never an excuse to abandon an animal in this way
  
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• The Met Office explain why the weather is getting hotter AND HOTTER amid UK heatwave

  27-06-2018 16:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Parts of the UK are hotter than many Mediterranean holiday destinations this week - and the Met Office have explained why
  
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• Newcastle University and Newcastle United Foundation partner up to boost education and employment

  27-06-2018 15:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The partnership includes programmes on health, wellbeing and tackling obesity in the North East, with funding for a PhD and fitness courses
  
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• What will the weather be like for Northumberland Plate Day 2018 at Newcastle Racecourse?

  27-06-2018 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Best dressed racegoers will be hoping the sun shines on Plate Day and the odds are very short for a hot, dry day
  
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• Two 'essential' pieces of evidence 'missing', Tup Tup shooting trial jury hears

  27-06-2018 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A police officer who seized a piece of DNA evidence from outside the nightclub has appeared before jurors
  
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• Chopwell 'explosion': Man in critical condition after apparent blast at Gateshead home

  27-06-2018 14:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 47-year-old man remains in hospital with burn injuries following the incident on Tees Street in Chopwell
  
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• Dame Vera Baird welcomes decision to scrap new women's prisons

  27-06-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dame Vera praised the new plan to put £5m into five residential centres to help offenders with issues such as finding work
  
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• Battersea fire: 58 firefighters tackling large fire at tower block in London

  27-06-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The London Fire Brigade say 58 firefighters are tackling the fire in a flat on the sixth floor in Battersea
  
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• Wetherspoon stops selling John Smith's and Strongbow due to UK carbon dioxide shortage

  27-06-2018 13:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some pubs in the JD Wetherspoon chain have temporarily halted the drinks as the CO2 crisis hits
  
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• Girl, 14, cautioned by police after attacking a swan in Sunderland

  27-06-2018 13:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Footage of the attack was shared online and officers located the teen - she now has a criminal record
  
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• Love Island's Casa Amor set to open its doors again as itv2 show prepares to spring dramatic twist

  27-06-2018 13:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The second villa - Casa Amor - led to huge drama on last year's Love Island and it's being reported that itv2 bosses are bringing it back
  
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• North East Charity Awards 2018: Celebrating charitable achievements in our region

  27-06-2018 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  They’re back! The Journal and The Gazette are delighted to be launching the awards for their fourth year in 2018
  
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• North East Charity Awards 2018: Award Categories & Making a Nomination

  27-06-2018 12:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a list of the categories for 2018.  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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• North East Charity Awards 2018: Meet the Judging Panel

  27-06-2018 12:19 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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• North East Charity Awards 2018: Book Your Table

  27-06-2018 12:18 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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• Shocking behind-bars clip shows naked prisoners allegedly high on Spice 'fighting like dogs'

  27-06-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The distressing footage, which was filmed inside troubled HMP Northumberland, has sparked a police probe
  
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• Seven top tips to stay cool at nights during summer heatwaves

  27-06-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From improvised air conditioning to freezing your sheets, seven ways to stay cool in the warm summer nights
  
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• Selfless carer intervened when teen was attacked after leaving the Hoppings

  27-06-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dylan Swan, 16, was injured in alleged gang attack at Newcastle fair
  
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• How many layers your baby needs to wear at night during hot weather

  27-06-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Babycentre's guide tells you what your baby should wear at night and how to check if they are in danger of overheating
  
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• Bodyboarder's incredible footage will make you feel like you're riding the waves in Tynemouth

  27-06-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jonathan Brown recorded this video as he got out on the water and made the most of the warm weather
  
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• Sophie Gradon's parents say their 'hearts are broken' following death of ex-Love Island star

  27-06-2018 11:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sophie Gradon, a former Miss Newcastle winner, tragically died aged 32 last week
  
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• The best sunscreen for babies, toddlers and young children during heatwave

  27-06-2018 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We’ve handpicked some sunscreens available on the high street with a high SPF to protect your child’s skin
  
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• Bianca Gascoigne wins over Love Island hater Piers Morgan as she reveals her favourite contestant

  27-06-2018 10:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bianca Gascoigne, who appeared on ITV's Love Island in 2006, aired her views on Good Morning Britain
  
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• How to treat sunburn fast: Tips if you've been caught out by the UK heatwave

  27-06-2018 10:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If the damage has already been done, there are some ways to ease your pain until it heals
  
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• How to heal sunburn fast: 6 tips to treat sunburn if you've been caught out by the UK heatwave

  27-06-2018 10:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If the damage has already been done, there are some ways to ease your pain until it heals
  
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• Can you keep your child off school if it is too hot? It's worth knowing your rights

  27-06-2018 10:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's all you need to know about sending you kid to school when temperatures are soaring
  
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• Where to find horseflies, how you know you've been bitten and what to do if it happens

  27-06-2018 10:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The female horsefly feeds off blood so they can produce eggs - and they're happy to bite humans and dogs
  
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• Do you like a good moan on Facebook? It won't solve your problems

  27-06-2018 10:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Instead of reporting things to police, people are seemingly venting their anger in Facebook community groups
  
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• Why adopting a child is about to get easier in North Tyneside

  27-06-2018 09:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A regional adoption agency has been approved in a vote by North Tyneside Council
  
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• Alleged attempted murder victim was left for dead inside burning flat after attack, court told

  27-06-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony James, 38, and Anthony Slater, 42, deny trying to kill Frank Cartner at his Kenton home last year
  
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• These North East landmarks will light up blue for the 70th anniversary of the NHS

  27-06-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The NHS will celebrate its birthday on July 5 and landmarks in Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead and beyond are getting involved
  
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• North East MP calls for UK to stop selling arms to Israel after Gaza protest deaths

  27-06-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Grahame Morris says Israeli forces appear to have committed wilful killings, constituting war crimes
  
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• A 'damaging' Brexit and the Discovery School: 5 big issues facing Newcastle's political leaders

  27-06-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council will be meeting at the Civic Centre on Wednesday evening and these are some of the things on the agenda
  
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