Gateshead news

• 'All-Weather' racing abandoned at Newcastle Racecourse due to heavy snow

  01-02-2019 21:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heavy snowfall on Friday evening meant racing had to end early for safety reasons
  
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• Youths 'kicked out' Metro window while train was moving

  01-02-2019 20:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Metro bosses have pledged to take action to keep Nexus staff and passengers safe
  
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• Will it snow all weekend? What the weather has in store during snow and ice warning

  01-02-2019 20:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cold snap should start to come to an end once the snow and ice warning ends on Saturday afternoon
  
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• 'Calculated, wicked and mean' - despicable burglar left six elderly folk terrified in series of raids

  01-02-2019 20:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Griffiths, of Walker, broke into the rooms of five elderly people at a care home then burgled a 93-year-old in Elswick
  
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• Schoolchildren urge speeding drivers to slow down outside their Sunderland school

  01-02-2019 19:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The school, parents and neighbours on Redcar Road in Southwick have raised concerns about drivers ignoring the 30mph speed limit
  
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• Serial crook swung hammer at homeowner who found him hanging out of his broken car window

  01-02-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Sanderson, of Gateshead, broke into a man's car in Forest Hall then threatened him when confronted
  
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• Metro struggling to keep drivers due to attractive salaries at larger rail firms

  01-02-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Metro bosses have said bumper salaries on offer at larger rail firms make it more difficult for it to keep hold of drivers after their training
  
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• Revised plans submitted for seafront shop and restaurant set to create 20 jobs

  01-02-2019 18:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Sunderland development is expected to create 20 jobs for the region
  
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• TV licence fee increases to £154.50

  01-02-2019 17:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This is the third successive year the fee has gone up, in line with inflation
  
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• Conned because of her kindness: Thief stole 93-year-old's life savings after faking sob story

  01-02-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Beth Stewart tells how drug addict tricked his way into her Newcastle home with his convincing sob story
  
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• Take a look around the first micropub to open in North Shields

  01-02-2019 16:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Enigma Tap, on Bedford Street in the town, will officially open its doors to the public on Saturday, offering a range of beers sourced from North East producers
  
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• 70 Parkrun races have been cancelled around the UK because of the snow and ice

  01-02-2019 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a full list of races which had been called off by Friday afternoon
  
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• Go inside Manchester United star's former £3.5m home now back on the market

  01-02-2019 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Worsley home is as lavish as you'd imagine
  
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• Application for 92 homes at Blyth Golf Club has been submitted

  01-02-2019 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's hoped the development will prevent the golf club from folding this year
  
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• Plans in pipeline to turn former Cramlington social club into flats

  01-02-2019 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Developers want to convert East Hartford and District Social Club into an apartment block
  
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• Tonight's lottery is £105m - here's where it would place you in the all-time winner's list

  01-02-2019 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  You have until 7.30pm tonight to buy your tickets
  
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• CCTV appeal after three men attempt to rob a South Shields Heron Foods store

  01-02-2019 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police believe the men in the images could help them with their investigation into the incident
  
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• National Sickie Day is an actual thing and it is happening very soon

  01-02-2019 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  National Sickie Day 2019 is upon us and bosses across the country should prepare for absentees
  
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• 11 of the most stunning snow pictures from around the UK

  01-02-2019 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From white wilderness to city snowfalls, here are some of the best snaps from around Britain...
  
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• Grey's Monument to be decorated with red pompoms to raise awareness of period poverty and stigma

  01-02-2019 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This year, International Women's Day will be highlighting period poverty and promoting a message that periods are natural, normal and not shameful
  
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• Singer who tattooed Harry Styles on her face reveals it was just a publicity stunt

  01-02-2019 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kelsy Karter let the truth out in a YouTube video
  
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• Higher or lower: Which region has the higher average house prices?

  01-02-2019 14:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Do house prices cost more in the North West or the North East? In Scotland or in Wales? Take our quiz to find out
  
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• Parking charges rise at Northumberland and North Tyneside hospitals - Cramlington sees biggest hike

  01-02-2019 14:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new charges have been brought in following complaints that some parking sites, especially at the Cramlington hospital, are being misused as cheap 'long-stay' car parks
  
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• The heavyweight boxer with a heart of gold - watch Tyson Fury's touching message to dying mum

  01-02-2019 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The fundraising campaign has gathered over £8,000 so far
  
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• Beyoncé giving free concert tickets for life to fan who adopts a vegan lifestyle

  01-02-2019 14:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Singer and husband Jay-Z challenging others to become more plant-based
  
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• The staggering cost of Tyne Tunnel revamp revealed as more details of cashless system emerge

  01-02-2019 14:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The toll booths at the historic tunnel are to be removed and replaced by ANPR technology
  
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• Funeral date set for popular Whitley Bay and North Shields footballer Robbie Livermore

  01-02-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robbie, a dad-of-two, who played for clubs including Whitley Bay, North Shields and Percy Main, died on January 17
  
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• Alleged dangerous driver claims cyclist she collided with was 'trying to cause an accident'

  01-02-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aimee Baty is standing trial at Newcastle Crown Court accused of causing serious injury by dangerous driving
  
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• Gemma Atkinson reveals she's expecting a baby with Strictly partner Gorka Marquez

  01-02-2019 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Strictly star and her dance pro partner shared their happy news online
  
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• Appeal hearing over residential lodge park in Northumberland gets fiery

  01-02-2019 12:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Developers want to build 12 lodges in Whittingham but plans were refused in 2017
  
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• Will it snow again on Friday? Hour-by-hour forecast for the North East

  01-02-2019 12:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East woke up to a blanket of snow on Friday morning and the weather caused travel disruption
  
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• Watches, cash and motorhomes: The huge haul seized from suspected criminals in the North East

  01-02-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East Regional Asset Recovery Team have shed some light on the luxury items they've seized from suspected criminals in the past twelve months
  
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• TV stars lead tributes after comedian Jeremy Hardy dies from cancer at the age of 57

  01-02-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The panellist known for appearing on Mock the Week, QI and Radio 4's the News Quiz passed away on Friday morning
  
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• The real story behind your family treasures could be revealed by the experts

  01-02-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New Love Our Heritage project in the Land of Oak & Iron asking people to bring along historic photos, artefacts or other items, big or small
  
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• Friday morning's news round-up: From Bowie to Bodmin Moor, here's what you need to know

  01-02-2019 11:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a round-up of today's headlines to keep you clued in this morning...
  
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• Death of man, 61, found in a house in Jarrow not being treated as suspicious

  01-02-2019 11:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police says enquiries continue but they don't believe there was any third-party involvement
  
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• Avengers assemble to top UK box office for 2018

  01-02-2019 10:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was another year ruled by big-budget sequels and spin-offs
  
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• Five alternative Valentine's breaks that aren't remotely sickly sweet

  01-02-2019 10:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fed up with soppy couples and florists stacked with over-priced roses? Celebrate being a couple with these off-beat adventures
  
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• Dad who died after being hit by a car crossing the road named by police as family pay tribute

  01-02-2019 10:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Moore, 45, was originally from South Shields but lived in No Place near Stanley where the collision happened on Monday
  
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• Shoplifting at supermarkets on the rise, figures show

  01-02-2019 10:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Criminals are increasingly targeting supermarkets
  
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• Labour warns private bus companies will make billions through fare increase

  01-02-2019 10:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jeremy Corbyn spoke to students and bus drivers in Nottingham
  
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• Government expands trials of plastic road technology to stop potholes

  01-02-2019 10:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's part of research to future proof our roads
  
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• Team behind TV's Hunted are heading to Alnwick for 'The Heist' - and they want you to take part

  01-02-2019 10:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sky One's 'The Heist' sees normal people challenged to pull off a big-money robbery, if they dodge capture for two weeks, the cash is theirs to keep
  
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• Social media users blame victims for online abuse, study finds

  01-02-2019 10:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Have we become numb to cyber bullying?
  
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• 'A spellbinding treat': John Grant brings the rave to The Sage Gateshead - live review - Sunderland Echo

  01-02-2019 09:43 via sunderlandecho.com
  'A spellbinding treat': John Grant brings the rave to The Sage Gateshead - live review  Sunderland EchoJohn Grant has treated The Sage to some truly wondrous shows in recent years, and it was little surprise his following returned in force for this latest visit to Hall ...
  
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• Flights cancelled, school closed and cars abandoned as snow hits North East

  01-02-2019 09:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People in Newcastle, Gateshead and the wider North East woke to snow - and a Met Office warning remains in place
  
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• Richard Madden would be 'phenomenal' as Bond, says Bodyguard co-star

  01-02-2019 09:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Craig is expected to step down from the role after his next outing
  
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• Earn £75k a year to test supercars, yachts and private islands

  01-02-2019 09:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Could this luxury product tester role be the world's best job?
  
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• Jury sees dramatic video of moment boy was attacked with acid

  01-02-2019 09:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The trial is taking place at Worcester Crown Court
  
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• Magnum ice creams being stockpiled ahead of no-deal Brexit

  01-02-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Unilever is ensuring it has extra stock in case the 'worst-case scenario' occurs
  
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