Gateshead news

• How Newcastle Cathedral could look after planned multi-million pound revamp

  06-11-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The city centre cathedral has won planning permission for a major project designed to revive the medieval site as one of Newcastle’s key attractions
  
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• Pizza restaurant Cal's Own apologises after comparing negative reviewers to 'child molesters'

  06-11-2018 21:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The popular pizza restaurant in Jesmond came in for criticism after a tirade on social media in which negative reviewers were likened to sex offenders
  
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• Bungling burglar slipped up by leaving behind bottle of banana milkshake with his fingerprints on it

  06-11-2018 19:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kirk Blakey, of South Shields, helped himself to electrical items and designer clothes but it was what he left behind that would be his undoing
  
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• Armed forces representatives prepare for Remembrance Day event at Durham Cathedral

  06-11-2018 19:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In full ceremonial wear, the Royal Dragoon Guards prepared for the 100 year anniversary of the end of the First World War on Sunday
  
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• What a pad! £1m modern mansion on the market - and we've had a look inside

  06-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This newly-built mansion for sale in Durham has impressive views over the city
  
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• These parents normally do something wonderful at Christmas - but 'red tape' means they CAN'T this year

  06-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Shields youngster Milo Browne's family fear this is his last Christmas - but want to still spend their time giving other poorly tots a day to remember
  
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• Northumberland County Council is run 'like MI5', claims disgruntled councillor

  06-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillor Steven Bridgett, Northumberland County Council member for Rothbury, says the council is withholding vital facts from members
  
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• Fenham Library uproar: Both sides set to go head to head at Newcastle City Council meeting

  06-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 3,000 residents have signed a petition opposing the redevelopment of the library  into a recovery hub for drug and alcohol addicts
  
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• Surgeon 'running before he could walk' with failed UK-first operation

  06-11-2018 18:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Pettitt died days after the robotic surgery procedure at Newcastle's Freeman Hospital in 2015
  
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• Major power cut hits Newcastle and leaves thousands of premises without electricity

  06-11-2018 18:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northern Powergrid have confirmed over 2,000 homes and businesses have been left without power by an unplanned power outage in the NE1, NE2 and NE4 postcode areas
  
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• Border Reivers: Putting the new Aston Martin Vantage and DB11 Volante to the test

  06-11-2018 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aston Martin was recently in northern England, using the roads between Northumberland and the Scottish border for a media launch of the new Vantage and DB11 Volante
  
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• Cragside exhibition 'covered up' men: Are they encouraging debate, or just being 'stupid'?

  06-11-2018 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The National Trust have faced criticism from some over an exhibition called "The Cragside Cover Up"
  
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• Two arrested after staff 'threatened with axe' at Blue Flames firework display in Benton

  06-11-2018 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Northumbria Police spokesperson said two suspects are in custody after staff were reportedly threatened with an axe and robbed after the popular annual display
  
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• Holly Willoughby's Pride of Britain dress: Where is it from and who designed it?

  06-11-2018 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Holly Willoughby wore a bright white Jenny Packham gown at the Mirror's Pride of Britain ceremony
  
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• Disgust as bottles and BRICKS were thrown at firefighters on their busiest night of the year

  06-11-2018 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have said the 'deplorable behaviour' of the groups of youths on Bonfire Night was 'completely unacceptable'
  
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• Celebrations as Newcastle City Pool and Turkish Baths turns 90

  06-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the £5m revamp of Newcastle's City Pool and Turkish Baths goes on, workers celebrate its 90th birthday
  
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• An otter, a seal - the Loch Ness monster? Mystery creature in River Blyth sparks debate

  06-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Video captured by Carl David Harris shows a creature which many locals believe to be an otter
  
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• Watch 2018 Christmas adverts - and Aldi's cliff-hanging carrot - make a sparkling TV debut

  06-11-2018 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the first of the 2018 Christmas adverts get viewers talking, is Aldi's cliff-hanging carrot in for the chop?
  
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• Why traffic was so bad on the Great North Road in Gosforth this morning

  06-11-2018 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The good news is the problem from this morning has been fixed although there are still ongoing roadworks
  
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• Attention Ryanair passengers! Online check-in to close for 12 hours due to 'systems upgrade'

  06-11-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A "systems upgrade" will leave Ryanair passengers unable to check in during a 12-hour window from Wednesday.
  
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• Simon Thomas reveals he is in 'early stages' of new relationship and is almost in love again

  06-11-2018 13:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Sky Sports and Blue Peter presenter opened up in an interview on BBC 5 Live
  
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• Ant McPartlin 'meant no disrespect' by not attending divorce hearing - all we know so far

  06-11-2018 13:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Television presenter Ant McPartlin and his former wife Lisa Armstrong divorce fight over money remains ongoing.
  
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• United Nations to investigate 'extreme poverty' in Newcastle amid benefit and council cuts

  06-11-2018 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An inquiry chose Newcastle as to investigate 'extreme poverty' connected to benefit cuts and cuts to the local council
  
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• Coca Cola Christmas 2018 truck dates and locations revealed - with two stops in the North East

  06-11-2018 12:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has become a festive tradition with the big red truck and advert jingle now signalling the start of Christmas for many
  
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• Murder suspect Paul Johnson pleads not guilty to killing Steve Coulson in Stakeford

  06-11-2018 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Murder accused Paul Johnson will stand trial next year after denying responsibility for Steve Coulson's death
  
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• Anger at 'disrespectful' thieves who stole silhouette tribute to First World War heroes days before Remembrance Day

  06-11-2018 12:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Royal British Legion silhouette of a saluting sailor had been put up as part of the town's Remembrance Day commemorations
  
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• Flexitricity signs Gateshead as first energy supply customer - The Energyst

  06-11-2018 12:27 via theenergyst.com
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  Flexitricity signs Gateshead as first energy supply customer
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  Demand-side response company Flexitricity has launched its supply business with Gateshead Council's energy company as its first customer. The aggregator acquired a supply licence in order to access wholesale markets and the Balancing Mechanism (BM) ...
  
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• Huge 'pressure vortex' to hit the UK as heavy downpours are forecast in the North East

  06-11-2018 12:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be a change in the weather as low pressure from the Atlantic is set to arrive in the UK by Tuesday night
  
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• Handyside Arcade, Newcastle, in 1967: Watch incredible film footage

  06-11-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Remarkable footage from the North East Film Archive of a 'love-in' at Newcastle's Handyside Arcade in 1967
  
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• Former I'm A Celebrity queen Scarlett Moffatt jets to Australia to start filming - and reveals her dream camp-mate

  06-11-2018 11:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The County Durham-born presenter announced to fans she was starting her flight to Australia
  
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• Piers Morgan throws earpierce down and launches into unscripted rant at Good Morning Britain bosses

  06-11-2018 11:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The presenter removed the earpiece live on air during a segment talking about Idris Elba fancying his wife Celia Walden
  
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• Baltic 'winter village' plans revealed - which include an IGLOO restaurant, Santa's Grotto and teepee bar

  06-11-2018 10:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The firm behind several major gigs in Newcastle reveals plans for huge Quayside Christmas site
  
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• Cheryl releases teaser video for new single as she prepares to make X Factor comeback

  06-11-2018 09:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Geordie singer released a teaser video of her comeback single Love Made Me Do It.
  
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• Revenge porn law: 13 people convicted of new offence in the North East last year

  06-11-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prosecutions rising in the region, but helpline says police across the UK are failing victims
  
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• Dozy burglar fell asleep in victim's chair after being confronted in family home

  06-11-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hapless Paul Phythian, of Gateshead, was caught burgling a house in East Boldon and nodded off while the householder waited for police to arrive
  
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• Almost 23,000 food parcels handed out in the North East over six months

  06-11-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands of food parcels have been handed out in the region, but the number is still smaller than last year
  
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• Work begins on major project to create courts and judges' chambers at Newcastle Civic Centre

  06-11-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The £19m project will see part of the building converted into courts and public spaces for HM Courts and Tribunals Service
  
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• Newcastle United news and transfers LIVE - Magpies look ahead to visit of AFC Bournemouth

  06-11-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United beat Watford to win their first three points of the season leaving Rafa Benitez and supporters very happy
  
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• Newcastle United news and transfers LIVE - How Magpies players almost joined Spanish Segunda side

  06-11-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United beat Watford to win their first three points of the season leaving Rafa Benitez and supporters very happy
  
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• 1919-20 Newcastle United season ticket and George Stephenson sign: Rare items go under the hammer

  06-11-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rare items are to be sold at auction, including a tribute to MP who played key role in Metro system
  
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