Gateshead news

• Shops in England can open next month if guidelines met, Boris Johnson says

  25-05-2020 20:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister said outdoor markets and car showrooms would be able to open from June 1, with other retailers following a fortnight later
  
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• 'Utterly contemptuous': North East MPs react to Dominic Cummings' statement

  25-05-2020 20:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour MPs branded Dominic Cummings' press conference "an utter disgrace" as the top Government aide sought to defend driving from London to County Durham during lockdown
  
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• Dominic Cummings admits driving 30 miles to Barnard Castle - to check eyesight

  25-05-2020 19:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mr Cummings claimed it was 15 days since the illness struck, and was to test his eyesight before going back to London down the A1
  
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• Mum diagnosed with terminal cancer after doctors found 'tumour size of a baby'

  25-05-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Natalie Kerr, a mum-of-three, was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and is now bravely documenting her fight for life in an effort to help other people
  
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• Listen to Dolly Parton impersonator's heartwarming song in memory of mum

  25-05-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrea Pattison, of Gateshead, has written a song in memory of her mum Hilda Pattison who died during lockdown restrictions and she hopes it will help others
  
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• Dominic Cummings 'does not regret' driving to Durham despite Covid-19 lockdown

  25-05-2020 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In a highly unusual press conference in the rose garden of 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister's chief adviser said he made the journey because of fears over a lack of childcare if he became incapacitated with Covid-19, but also concerns about his family's safety
  
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• ITV drama Little Boy Blue breaks viewers' hearts once again

  25-05-2020 17:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Little Boy Blue returned to ITV on Sunday night and tells the story of the murder of 11-year-old Rhys Jones
  
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• What lockdown looked like on third day of the Bank Holiday weekend

  25-05-2020 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of people headed to coastal beauty spots, with some defying council warnings to stay out of the sea
  
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• Urgent appeal for cash to help provide food parcels to vulnerable people

  25-05-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sparcs, which helps people living with autism and other related conditions, is providing food to some of its most vulnerable members during the coronavirus crisis
  
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• Durham drag queen Ginger Johnson becomes breakfast TV star

  25-05-2020 16:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ginger Johnson, originally from County Durham, hosts Wakey! along with Love Island star Chris Taylor
  
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• EasyJet, Jet2 and Ryanair reveal when flights will resume and where they will go

  25-05-2020 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's the latest information from airlines like EasyJet, Jet2, Ryanair and British Airways and their plans to restart their flights and holidays abroad
  
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• Geordie Shore star reveals anxiety battle after TV fame and abuse

  25-05-2020 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The long-running Geordie Shore cast member has opened up about their battle with anxiety after finding fame on the show
  
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• Charlotte Crosby's ex breaks lockdown with party for EIGHTY people

  25-05-2020 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  For the second time in a matter of days, Josh Ritchie appeared to blatantly break lockdown by having mates over
  
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• Gateshead bosses 'overwhelmed' by response as supporters look to raise £10,000 towards playing budget - Sunderland Echo

  25-05-2020 14:35 via sunderlandecho.com
  
  Gateshead bosses 'overwhelmed' by response as supporters look to raise £10,000 towards playing budget  Sunderland Echo
  
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• Fury over bowling green plans as residents say it will 'spoil the view'

  25-05-2020 13:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents raised concerns about the loss of the tennis court and that the new building would spoil their view
  
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• Family 'bubbles' could be widened and shops could reopen in lockdown phase two

  25-05-2020 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson has said the country is now in a position to move to phase two of the coronavirus restrictions and has hinted that non-essential shops could reopen
  
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• TV travel expert sparks uproar by revealing quarantine 'loophole'

  25-05-2020 13:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Appearing on This Morning, Simon Calder revealed a travel loophole which enraged many viewers at home
  
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• Family 'wants answers' as firm defends moving two people into 'Covid-free' home

  25-05-2020 13:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gary Williamson’s mother Sylvia died on Sunday, May 17, at Kenton Manor care home, with test results later confirming she had coronavirus
  
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• 'Our Angel of the North' - Tributes to Jesmond carer who died on way to work

  25-05-2020 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A fundraising page has been set up in memory of Sandra Huggan, 64, who worked at Wordsworth House care home in Jesmond for 28 years
  
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• Eamonn Holmes branded a 'filthy pig' over shocking cooking habit

  25-05-2020 13:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This Morning presenter Eamonn came under fire from viewers after making the startling revelation on Monday's show
  
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• The heartwarming reason this woman has vowed to walk 500 miles during lockdown

  25-05-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sarah Masoom, 34, of Consett, is taking on the challenge for St John Ambulance which relies on fundraising events to keep it going
  
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• Durham Police formally asked to investigate whether Dominic Cummings broke law

  25-05-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers have been urged by the region's police commissioner to probe the alleged sightings of the Prime Minister's senior adviser while he was in County Durham
  
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• 'Second chance' Britain's Got Talent's singer's TV past exposed

  25-05-2020 12:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Souparnika Nair appeared on Saturday's Britain's Got Talent but it wasn't her first appearance on TV
  
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• Huge cannabis farm uncovered as 80 plants seized by police

  25-05-2020 12:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neighbours had reported their concerns to police and officers found cannabis plants being grown inside the Northumberland home
  
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• Mum gives birth to beautiful baby girl - in Lidl car park

  25-05-2020 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Holly Jasmine couldn't wait to say hello to her mum and dad so her parents had to make an emergency stop at Lidl
  
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• Lorraine Kelly reveals where Dr Hilary is after concern from viewers

  25-05-2020 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lorraine Kelly explained why Dr Hilary wasn't on Good Morning Britain after concerns from viewers
  
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• Spain gives major update on when Brits can visit for holidays again

  25-05-2020 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Spain is gradually easing its strict lockdown rules following the coronavirus outbreak
  
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• Ruth hits out at 'hairy armed' shopper who broke social distancing

  25-05-2020 11:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Having a rant on Monday's This Morning, Ruth hit out at the shopper who got to close to her in a supermarket
  
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• What the weather will be in the North East as UK set for soaring temperatures

  25-05-2020 11:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It will be a fine and warm day during the fourth bank holiday in lockdown but families are reminded not to forget social distancing
  
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• Angry Good Morning Britain viewers demand to know where Piers Morgan is

  25-05-2020 11:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid were both missing from Good Morning Britain on Monday leaving viewers angry
  
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• Lorraine Kelly lays into Dominic Cummings in savage rant

  25-05-2020 10:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lorraine Kelly took aim at Boris Johnson's controversial adviser Dominic Cummings after his trip to Durham during lockdown
  
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• Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham coincided with uncle's death, his mum says

  25-05-2020 10:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mr Cummings' mum has confirmed that his uncle, Lord Justice Laws, died in London on April 5
  
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• The 'dangerous' men that all women should know about and avoid

  25-05-2020 09:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The brutes brought fear and trauma to their victims' lives which landed them in the dock
  
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• Drugs supplier who ran 'successful mobile business' had 'drug dealer kit' in car

  25-05-2020 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Luke Fairless, of Washington, had good reason to be acting nervously when confronted by police in his Audi in Chester-le-Street
  
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• Piers Morgan's scathing attack on Boris Johnson after he backs Dominic Cummings

  25-05-2020 08:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dominic Cummings travelled to County Durham in March to self-isolate with his family while official guidelines warned against long-distance journeys
  
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• Racist lout told police he had COVID-19 symptoms before coughing in PC's face

  25-05-2020 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Mitchell was arrested after being abusive to takeaway staff, claiming her was part of the Mafia and telling one worker 'You Turkish, you only came to here to get rich'
  
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• Investment in nature can help North's economy recover after lockdown

  25-05-2020 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Natural assets are one of the North's greatest strengths, says IPPR North
  
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• Husband's lovely 30th birthday wishes for Covid-19 nurse after party cancelled

  25-05-2020 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  RVI intensive care nurse Jade Paice won't get the 30th birthday she'd planned - but her husband Jay still wants to make sure her day is extra special
  
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• Britain's cheapest house to rent for £170 a month - and it's in the North East

  25-05-2020 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A two-bedroom terraced property in Horden, County Durham, is just a stroll away from the beach and has a fitted bathroom and two reception rooms
  
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• What we're missing about the North East during lockdown

  25-05-2020 01:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  To mark English Tourism Week, we will be running a series of features on the challenges facing the North East right now - and how our Passionate People, Passionate Places campaign can help with the recovery.
  
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• 20 ways to support the North East during lockdown

  25-05-2020 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From supporting arts venues to using delivery services from local businesses, here are some ways to help the region best survive the coronavirus outbreak
  
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