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• Northumbria Police called to three alleged blade attacks in Swalwell area of Gateshead in three days

  23-01-2025 22:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police responded to three incidents in Swalwell, Gateshead, between Saturday and Monday
  
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• Yorkshire school bus crash police statement as 31 children hurt in tractor collision

  23-01-2025 22:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two children were seriously injured and 29 others suffered minor injuries after a school bus was involved in a crash with a tractor in Seaton, East Yorkshire on Wednesday
  
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• Leamside Line restoration could see new town built, as North East mayor plots homes and jobs boost

  23-01-2025 22:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East Combined Authority is set to draw up a £500,000 vision for how new homes and jobs could come to communities along the Leamside Line, which leaders want to see brought back into use
  
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• North Tyneside council tax rise on the verge of being approved

  23-01-2025 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  North Tyneside councillors will vote on new council tax rises in February with band D properties potentially shelling out an extra £100 a year
  
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• Why 4.5 million people got an emergency alert on their phone on Thursday

  23-01-2025 21:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A loud siren-like sound and an alert message was sent to around 4.5 million people on Thursday evening
  
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• Newcastle Safe Haven could help tackle 'worrying' suicide crisis health bosses hope

  23-01-2025 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NHS and charity bosses hope Safe Haven, a new mental health service in Newcastle, will save lives
  
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• 6,000 North Tyneside adults recognised as misusing alcohol by GPs

  23-01-2025 21:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  GPs have flagged 6,000 adults as having an issue with alcohol in North Tyneside, as the costs of alcohol misuse continue to climb
  
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• Newcastle Airport jobs available as Jet2.com and Boots join recruitment fair at St James' Park

  23-01-2025 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 500 jobs will be available at Newcastle Airport, including entry-level, team leader and managerial positions, as well as part-time and full-time roles
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, January 23

  23-01-2025 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Monday, October 14
  
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• North East school closures confirmed as Met Office weather warning issued for Storm Eowyn

  23-01-2025 19:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A total of 18 schools in Northumberland have already announced their closure due to the "weather warning and potential health and safety risk"
  
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• Gateshead Council leader speaks on flyover demolition, failed funding bids and calls to resign - Chronicle Live

  23-01-2025 19:22 via news.google.com
  Gateshead Council leader speaks on flyover demolition, failed funding bids and calls to resign  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead Council leader speaks on flyover demolition, failed funding bids and calls to resign

  23-01-2025 19:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon has taken questions on the state of the A167 flyover, plans to demolish it that have stalled since 2008, and his own future
  
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• Newcastle doctor warns wood-burning stoves risk our children's health

  23-01-2025 19:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Emily Parker highlighted the risk to our health caused by wood-burning stoves.
  
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• How Storm Eowyn wind speeds compare to Storm Arwen which brought chaos to the North East

  23-01-2025 19:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office is predicting widespread gusts of 60-70mph which could increase to 90mph in some areas, while winds in the 2021 storm almost reached 100mph
  
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• The Northumberland corn mill advertising an 'unusual' role with salary up to £34k

  23-01-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heatherslaw Mill Trust is searching for a Head Miller to work at the mill on the Ford & Etal Estates in Northumberland
  
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• Gateshead Flyover demolition now expected to take around a year as council leader outlines plans - Chronicle Live

  23-01-2025 19:00 via news.google.com
  Gateshead Flyover demolition now expected to take around a year as council leader outlines plans  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead Flyover demolition now expected to take around a year as council leader outlines plans

  23-01-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon says a reopening of the closed A167 flyover has not been completely ruled out, but the likely outcome is that it is torn down without traffic ever returning
  
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• North East High Streets Commission has 'some fundamental issues' to face

  23-01-2025 18:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East High Streets Commission is set to be established with an initial £850,000 investment in a bid to reverse the decline of town centres
  
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• Southport victim impact statements in full as families recall how Axel Rudakubana shattered their lives

  23-01-2025 18:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Harrowing words from victims and parents bereaved in the Southport massacre were read out in court as Axel Rudakubana was sentenced
  
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• Gateshead Quays conference centre construction start close to being announced, council leader says - Chronicle Live

  23-01-2025 18:22 via news.google.com
  Gateshead Quays conference centre construction start close to being announced, council leader says  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead Quays conference centre construction start close to being announced, council leader says

  23-01-2025 18:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council leader Martin Gannon says that he is confident that a deal is near completion that will allow building work to finally beging on the 'world class' Quayside conference centre and arena plans
  
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• Fears Northumberland's planned Cambois datacentre could be targeted by Putin-backed terrorists

  23-01-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The deputy leader of Northumberland County Council said the Government had to consider how it protects critical infrastructure
  
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• Southport killer Axel Rudakubana jailed for life with a minimum of 52 years for murders of three girls

  23-01-2025 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Axel Rudakubana, 18, was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court
  
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• Metro issues Storm Eowyn 'amber warning' as weather sparks North East travel chaos

  23-01-2025 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Shields Ferry has been cancelled and train operators including LNER, Lumo, Northern, CrossCountry and TransPennine have issued 'do not travel' warnings
  
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• Deputy Northumberland County Council leader warns council tax bills 'likely' to increase

  23-01-2025 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council tax bills in Northumberland will rise by 2.99% in April - or around £35 a year for a Band A property
  
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• Get Storm Eowyn WhatsApp updates as Met Office issues North East amber weather warning

  23-01-2025 17:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All the latest Storm Eowyn updates sent direct to your phone - join our WhatsApp community
  
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• Asda introduce change to 600 stores nationwide that shoppers have been waiting for

  23-01-2025 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Asda has joined forces with Podback, a coffee pod recycling service, to offer a simple and convenient solution for coffee lovers to recycle their used coffee pods at over 600 of its stores
  
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• Police appeal after A1 crash left woman with serious injuries

  23-01-2025 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The incident happened next to the Kingston Park turn off on January 2
  
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• The Traitors' Charlotte 'confirmed' as winner of BBC show after ruthless tactics

  23-01-2025 16:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlotte Berman is an even hotter favourite to win The Traitors series three after Wednesday's episode of the BBC show
  
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• Met Office weather maps warn 'different beast' will hit UK after Storm Eowyn

  23-01-2025 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has said a 'different beast' is set to bring further wet and windy weather to the UK after Storm Eowyn passes this weekend
  
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• Southport murderer Axel Rudakubana removed from courtroom twice for 'shouting' from the dock

  23-01-2025 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A High Court judge twice ordered Axel Rudakubana to be removed from the dock
  
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• Strictly's Shirley Ballas makes huge Newcastle 'blunder' on tour after missing first show

  23-01-2025 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas arrived in Newcastle on Thursday for the second day of the tour's visit to the city
  
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• Terry Laybourne awarded Freedom of Newcastle for huge contribution to city's restaurant scene

  23-01-2025 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Terry Laybourne, whose portfolio of restaurants includes favourites such as 21 and St Vincent, has been granted Newcastle's highest civic honour
  
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• Durham police issue warning over drugs and opioid overdose after rise in incidents

  23-01-2025 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nitazenes, which can be toxic and cause serious harm and death, have been found in street drugs being sold as opioids
  
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• Vera ITV replacement 'rumbled' by fans as hit drama returns to take primetime slot

  23-01-2025 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera has now aired its last ever episode but another hit ITV crime drama will soon return to screens
  
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• Vera ITV replacement confirmed as hit drama returns to 'steal' Sunday night slot

  23-01-2025 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera has now aired its last ever episode but another hit ITV crime drama will soon return to screens
  
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• UK households with savings in the bank issued urgent tax warning

  23-01-2025 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  While the vast majority of savers won't need to pay any tax on interest earned from their savings, it's important to be aware of the rules - as they're not as generous as they used to be
  
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• The Traitors' Minah Shannon breaks silence on BBC exit after 'backstabbing' move

  23-01-2025 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Traitors star Minah Shannon was banished from the BBC show in brutal circumstances on Wednesday night
  
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• Sara Davies bought back Crafter's Companion in £425,000 deal, documents show

  23-01-2025 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An administrators' report reveals the firm had liabilities of £16.7m when it went into administration at the start of the year
  
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• Millions of drivers have no idea they are breaking little-known rule every day

  23-01-2025 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A common motoring practice that's used by motorists every day throughout Britain is actually against the law - and could land you with a £1,000 fine
  
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• Nurse left with broken spine three weeks before wedding by police chase danger driver in Newcastle

  23-01-2025 14:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nasir Al Soaimi smashed into the nurse's car in Claremont Road, in Newcastle, meaning she had to get married on crutches and cancel her honeymoon
  
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• RSPCA issues Storm Eowyn advice to pet owners with top tips to keep animals safe

  23-01-2025 14:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The animal charity has said that animals 'must not be forgotten' in the severe weather - here's how to protect them during the storm
  
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• Strictly's Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu enjoy hotel room Chinese from Newcastle takeaway after tour

  23-01-2025 14:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing pros Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu tucked into a Chinese after their first show in Newcastle
  
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• Strictly's Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu enjoy Chinese from Newcastle takeaway after tour date

  23-01-2025 14:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing pros Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu tucked into a Chinese after their first show in Newcastle
  
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• Northern Powergrid Storm Éowyn warning as North East braces for power cuts

  23-01-2025 14:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Storm Éowyn will hit the North East on Friday and could cause disruption to power supplies due to strong winds with a Met Office amber warning in place
  
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• Gosforth Metro staff member racially abused and hit in the face as police release image of woman

  23-01-2025 14:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Just after 10pm on Tuesday, October 8, police received a report of an incident at Regent Centre Metro Station
  
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• Storm Eowyn LIVE: North East updates as 'severe' weather set to hit the region

  23-01-2025 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An amber warning is set to come into force for the region this Friday with winds expected to reach up to 90mph - live updates on the impact across the North East below
  
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• Storm Eowyn LIVE: North East updates and travel advice as 'severe' weather set to hit the region

  23-01-2025 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An amber warning is set to come into force for the region this Friday with winds expected to reach up to 90mph - live updates on the impact across the North East below
  
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• BBC TV Licence update on when fee could be scrapped as Labour responds to claims

  23-01-2025 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy told BBC Breakfast that the licence fee was 'not only insufficient, it's raising insufficient money to support the BBC, but it also is deeply regressive'
  
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• AA urges North East drivers to plan journeys as Storm Éowyn gets set to batter region

  23-01-2025 14:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has issued an Amber warning which covers northern England for strong winds, heavy rain and snow
  
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