Gateshead news

• Labour chair Ian Lavery warns party will lose the next election if it is divided

  23-09-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wansbeck MP Ian Lavery had a blunt message for the Labour Party at the annual conference
  
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• Warning as dead whale washed up on Northumberland beach could threaten human health

  23-09-2019 22:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The whale beached between Craster and Dunstanburgh Castle should not be approached, marine experts and the coastguard have warned
  
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• Danger driver snared after police traced his McDonald’s wrappers from scene of crash

  23-09-2019 22:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Jamieson, 29, was spotted by officers driving at speeds in excess of 100mph in Northumberland
  
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• Five restaurants, a spa and a casino! See the luxurious cruise ship that has arrived in Tyneside

  23-09-2019 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Nautica, which features 11 passenger decks, a library and a grand staircase, sailed into the Tyne on Monday
  
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• Byker Grove's Holly Matthews 'chose to be happy' after losing her 'best friend and soulmate'

  23-09-2019 21:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Waterloo Road and Doctors actress lost her husband Ross Blair two years ago but she says she's determined to find a positive in her grief
  
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• 'It's absolute chaos': Geordie trapped in Egyptian airport after Thomas Cook collapse

  23-09-2019 21:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Passengers were due to leave Hurghada Airport, in Egypt, at 9.20, but they've been told a flight won't be found for them until after 1am
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning Set For Life numbers for Monday September 23

  23-09-2019 19:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Monday September 23 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Move Department of Transport to the North East, says North of Tyne mayor

  23-09-2019 19:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We wouldn't have to beg for investment if the government department was here, says mayor Jamie Driscoll
  
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• Labour won't reveal whether it supports Brexit or not until after the next general election

  23-09-2019 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour conference votes to back Jeremy Corbyn's position of staying neutral on Brexit
  
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• 'We don't know what to do': Newcastle holidaymakers react to Thomas Cook collapse

  23-09-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We spoke to people outside Thomas Cook on Northumberland Street and heard a range of stories - including a Greek man stuck in Newcastle
  
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• Thomas Cook collapse: The firm's final ever four passengers reveal what that last flight was like

  23-09-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Mason family, from Bedlington, arrived at Manchester from Orlando on Monday morning
  
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• Four paedophiles jailed for more than 50 years for vile abuse of schoolgirl who was 'prostituted out'

  23-09-2019 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin Ankers, Philip Taylor, Paul Cavner and Darren Smith subjected the young girl to a horrific campaign of rapes and stole her childhood, a court heard
  
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• Strictly star honours Sage Gateshead with National Lottery award - The Northern Echo

  23-09-2019 18:19 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  Strictly star honours Sage Gateshead with National Lottery award  The Northern Echo
  
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• Teenager arrested on suspicion of arson after house and car are torched in Gateshead

  23-09-2019 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 19-year-old has now been released on bail following the incident at the weekend
  
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• Thomas Cook holiday hell for North Shields man currently stuck in a Turkish hospital

  23-09-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brad Maddison's week long trip has gone from bad to worse - but it is those who have lost their jobs he feels bad for
  
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• Dog lover cycles almost 200 miles to 15 rescue centres and raises more than £3,000

  23-09-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dominic Hodgson, 42, wanted to inspire people to adopt dogs that are already in shelters and shatter the myth that they are dangerous
  
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• Brute facing jail after pinning terrified 65-year-old shop worker against counter during robbery

  23-09-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Skidmore, 38, stole various bottles of spirits as he raided the ‘Best One’ convenience store in South Shields just hours after being released from hospital
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing odds put Kelvin Fletcher as red hot favourite after his red hot samba

  23-09-2019 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After Kelvin Fletcher wowed on Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday, bookies have slashed odds on him winning
  
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• Scores of Thomas Cook jobs set to go in North East following collapse of holiday firm

  23-09-2019 16:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Around 150 Thomas Cook workers based at Newcastle Airport will be affected as well as other employees who were working in stores across the region
  
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• Work less but get paid the same? Labour announce plans to axe Monday to Friday

  23-09-2019 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell sets out plans to cut the average working week from five days to four, with no cut in pay
  
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• Thomas Cook collapse: Full list of cancelled Newcastle flights and repatriation destinations

  23-09-2019 16:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The biggest ever peacetime repatriation, named Operation Matternorn, is under way after flights to and from Newcastle Airport were cancelled
  
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• Newcastle's Hard Rock Cafe to pay homage to Geordie music legends

  23-09-2019 16:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The team behind the big plans for the Guild Hall say it would also provide a platform for up and coming music talent
  
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• Honour for hero Durham teenager who saved boy's life

  23-09-2019 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A hero teenage fire cadet who used a school boy's own tie to staunch his bleeding after he was injured by a bus has been honoured by fire chiefs
  
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• Gateshead: Baja Beach Club set for new lease of life as offices - The Northern Echo

  23-09-2019 16:01 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  Gateshead: Baja Beach Club set for new lease of life as offices  The Northern Echo
  
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• Steve Martin is a big Vera fan and loves the show's 'superb' acting

  23-09-2019 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The comedian and movie star is heading to the UK on tour with Martin Short - and he's a regular Vera viewer
  
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• Policewoman hit by car as she tried to break up 'large' fight on Gateshead main road

  23-09-2019 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police have confirmed that the officer suffered non-life threatening injuries to her leg and hip while dealing with a group fighting on Prince Consort Road
  
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• Celebrity X Factor lineup revealed and includes Love Island stars, rugby players and Vinnie Jones

  23-09-2019 14:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The lineup for X Factor: Celebrity has been revealed with Love Island stars rubbing shoulders with Vinnie Jones
  
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• See how a flash mob choir took over Spanish City in Whitley Bay

  23-09-2019 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Up to 100 people from Sing United turned up at the Spanish City Dome and sang We Shall Overcome
  
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• Driver and his three-year-old passenger hospitalised after car crashes into front garden

  23-09-2019 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say a collided with the roundabout, overturned and came to a stop in the front garden of a nearby house after destroying the garden wall
  
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• Timelapse shows incredible transformation of unique County Durham landmark

  23-09-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Apollo Pavilion in Peterlee has been given an artistic makeover for its 50th anniversary
  
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• North East named as region most in need of investment to fight 'disturbing' levels of poverty

  23-09-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'There are parts of regional Britain where the lives people lead and the fabric of the world around them is disturbingly deprived'
  
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• Baja Beach Club's transformation into swanky new offices could be approved this week

  23-09-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The beloved venue closed its doors for the last time in August 2008, but could finally be turned into office space if councillors sign off on plans this Wednesday
  
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• Social club apologises after Sam Fender gig forces bingo to be postponed

  23-09-2019 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The chart-topping star played a secret show at King Street Social Club on Friday - which clashed with the big night of the week
  
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• This remarkable 77-year-old is one of the oldest people in the UK with Down's Syndrome

  23-09-2019 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Having turned 77 in March, Dennis Fairley is thought to be one of the oldest people alive today in the UK with Down's Syndrome
  
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• Two arrested after 'large 1am fight' and alleged stabbing in Birtley street

  23-09-2019 12:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police are understood to have taped the crime scene off as two suspects are quizzed
  
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• Why every schoolchild should visit the countryside and spend a night under the stars

  23-09-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Children will be custodians of our beautiful landscapes in the future, and need to reconnect with nature now, according to review of national parks
  
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• Thug who punched and choked police officer before threatening to kill him with axe avoids jail

  23-09-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Melvin started the police van up and attempted to drive off with PC Finn hanging out of the vehicle
  
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• Met Office issue weather warning with heavy rain set to batter North East

  23-09-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Forecasters have put a warning in place between 4am and 11pm on Tuesday
  
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• Aldi are advertising jobs for £76,000 a year - here's how to apply

  23-09-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The giant supermarket chain are looking for young graduates to manage their stores
  
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• Geordie Shore's Holly Hagan reveals she was sexually assaulted by strangers at height of TV fame

  23-09-2019 11:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan has spoked candidly about being subjected to sexual assault and harassment
  
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• Shotley Bridge Hospital finally due for overhaul after NHS bosses step in

  23-09-2019 11:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Concerns had been raised about the availability of cash to overhaul Shotley Bridge Hospital, which is currently dealing with a maintenance backlog worth about £2 million
  
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• TUI releases travel advice and statement after Thomas Cook collapse sees flights cancelled

  23-09-2019 11:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Latest news and travel advice for TUI, Marella Cruises and First Choice bookings featuring Thomas Cook flights
  
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• 'Wearside Jack' John Humble's funeral held in private two months after death

  23-09-2019 11:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Just four mourners were at Sunderland Crematorium on Chester Road, as a humanist ceremony was held for the Yorkshire Ripper hoaxer
  
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• Tragedy as huge humpback whale washes up on a Northumberland beach

  23-09-2019 11:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It comes days after two humpback whales were spotted in the North Sea
  
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• Smuggler organised for £16,000 of opium to be shipped into the UK inside steel cogs

  23-09-2019 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Saleshi Mohsen Siavashani, from Swalwell, was found guilty by a jury at Newcastle Crown Court of conspiring to import Class A drugs
  
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• Peaky Blinders viewers think they saw Declan Donnelly playing Winston Churchill

  23-09-2019 09:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The hit series has cast three different actors to portray the former Prime Minister - and some viewers are convinced it was Dec in prosthetics
  
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• Newcastle University scientists identify dementia type by a patient's walk

  23-09-2019 09:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 'key development' could lead to improved treatment plans for the needs of patients
  
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• Thomas Cook collapse: Your rights as flights and holidays are cancelled

  23-09-2019 09:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Passengers on a Thomas Cook holiday with a return flight to the UK will be brought home - even if they are not ATOL protected
  
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• Is that summer done for the year? Here's the weather outlook for the coming week

  23-09-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  According to the Met Office, it's going to be windy and wet throughout the week but we may get some sunshine in time for the weekend
  
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• Marty McGartland shooting: Witnesses 'were not told of suspected IRA link'

  23-09-2019 08:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former spy Marty McGartland says local people were put at risk by being asked to unknowingly 'point the finger' at potential members of the paramilitary organisation
  
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