Gateshead news

• Thugs attack vulnerable man at North Shields Metro Station after he refused to hand phone over

  11-02-2025 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dartsman Shipley, who has autism, has been left terrified after the broad daylight attack, which he managed to video on his phone
  
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• Boss of scandal-hit NHS foundation trust announces departure to take up new job

  11-02-2025 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brent Kilmurray has announced his departure as Chief Executive of Tees Esk and Wear Valley (TEWV) NHS Trust, to take up a job at a trust in Yorkshire
  
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• Bedlington's refurbished memorial garden at West Lea Cemetery officially opened

  11-02-2025 21:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The garden had previously been targeted by vandals
  
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• Northumberland Labour MP calls on Government to rethink inheritance tax changes for farmers

  11-02-2025 21:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There have been widespread protests against the changes
  
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• Northumberland County Council leader confirms council tax rise in budget

  11-02-2025 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The proposals will go before full council for approval next week
  
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• Greens announce North Tyneside mayoral candidate for May elections

  11-02-2025 20:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Green Party has officially thrown its hat into the ring announcing a previous Tynemouth parliamentary candidate as its bid for mayor
  
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• Taxpayers to receive HMRC letters with 60 days to question any demand for more tax

  11-02-2025 20:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Experts have issued guidance over what you need to do if you receive a simple assessment letter from HMRC over the coming months
  
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• EuroMillions and Thunderball results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Tuesday, February 11

  11-02-2025 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's EuroMillions and Thunderball draw on Tuesday, February 11
  
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• 'Just 0.002%' of contaminated blood scandal victims invited to apply for compensation so far

  11-02-2025 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A lawyer for victims of the contaminated blood scandal estimates a tiny proportion of those infected and affected have been invited to apply for compensation thus far
  
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• Peterlee burglar who used socks as gloves at scene of crime jailed

  11-02-2025 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean English, 43 was also ordered to pay £750 in compensation
  
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• Woman in 70s suffers serious injuries after being hit by car in South Shields

  11-02-2025 19:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision happened shortly after 3.15pm on Tuesday afternoon
  
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• Newcastle council backs plan to turn ex-Sports Direct into bank and bowling alley – but rooftop bar axed

  11-02-2025 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council has granted permission for the Reuben Brothers' plans to overhaul Monument Mall, which will become home to a Lloyds bank branch and Lane7
  
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• Henderson Old Hall to be rebuilt after devastating fire damage, Newcastle University confirms

  11-02-2025 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle University has confirmed that it is planning repairs at its derelict former student accommodation at Henderson Old Hall, in High Heaton, which was the site of a huge fire in 2023
  
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• HSBC app and online banking down as customers locked out of accounts

  11-02-2025 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  HSBC customers have reported that they are unable to access their accounts, with many unable to travel or find lodgings for the evening. The bank has since apologised for the ongoing issue
  
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• Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic make major Wimbledon decision as pairs future in doubt

  11-02-2025 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray and former rival Novak Djokovic may have decided to double up as coach and player for the next few tournaments, including Wimbledon, despite an expected exit.
  
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• Tyson Fury set to make 'serious' announcement' as wife Paris in 'training'

  11-02-2025 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyson Fury announced his retirement from boxing last month following back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk, but it appears the former world champion is set for a busy few months
  
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• Gateshead park murder accused allegedly pulled victim's trousers down in 'final act of humiliation' - Chronicle Live

  11-02-2025 17:42 via news.google.com
  Gateshead park murder accused allegedly pulled victim's trousers down in 'final act of humiliation'  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead park murder accused allegedly pulled victim's trousers down in 'final act of humiliation'

  11-02-2025 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony O'Donnell and Craig Curry are standing trial accused of murdering Neil Selkirk in a Gateshead park, which they deny
  
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• Woman in critical condition after being hit by bus on Shields Road in Byker

  11-02-2025 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman in her 80s is in a critical but stable condition
  
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• Drivers face mandatory charge for 'five years' as Rachel Reeves defends change

  11-02-2025 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has defended the new changes to the Expensive Car Supplement following concerns from industry experts
  
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• UK drivers face 'tougher' rules as Labour battle to close 'legal loophole'

  11-02-2025 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The government has indicated it will adopt new laws to crackdown on unlicensed drivers and close a legal loophole, with a change to the law on the horizon
  
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• Driving 'close pass' rule could see you fined £5,000 when near cyclists

  11-02-2025 16:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Conservative government introduced laws three years ago that penalise drivers up to £5,000 for careless driving or the newly termed "close pass" travelling
  
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• Women's safety group says 'outdated' Hooters is not welcome in Newcastle

  11-02-2025 16:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Women's Street Watch UK says new Bigg Market venue could promote the "objectification of women" but Hooters bosses argue they are providing career opportunities to women and giving back to the local community
  
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• Gateshead park murder trial: LIVE updates as two men accused of murder of Neil Selkirk - Chronicle Live

  11-02-2025 16:48 via news.google.com
  Gateshead park murder trial: LIVE updates as two men accused of murder of Neil Selkirk  Chronicle Live
  
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• BBC TV licence rule 'hack' means thousands can avoid paying new £174.50 fee

  11-02-2025 16:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The BBC TV licence fee is set to rise from April 1 - but there is a way to avoid paying for one altogether. Here's everything you need to know about the rule and whether you're eligible for the discount
  
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• Arthritis sufferers urged to claim £434 DWP payment as millions struggle with daily pain

  11-02-2025 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DWP is paying out millions of pounds in Attendance Allowance to thousands of people over state pension age who are struggling with arthritis pain
  
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• Man with links to North Tyneside and Newcastle wanted on prison recall as police issue appeal

  11-02-2025 16:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police has today issued an appeal for Peter Morien
  
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• DWP gives major update on PIP and disability benefits overhaul ahead of 'cruel' shake-up

  11-02-2025 16:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will confirm its plans for the overhaul of disability benefits in the "months ahead" it has been confirmed this afternoon
  
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• Gateshead Council to continue to Brighten the Day for children in Gateshead - Gateshead Council

  11-02-2025 16:00 via news.google.com
  Gateshead Council to continue to Brighten the Day for children in Gateshead  Gateshead Council
  
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• Police name man who died with his dog after being knocked down on A1 in Northumberland

  11-02-2025 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man who died alongside his cocker spaniel has been named as 49-year-old David Loyd Bates, from Eyemouth, in Scotland
  
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• Concern for welfare of missing Cumbria man last seen in Gateshead - Chronicle Live

  11-02-2025 15:44 via news.google.com
  Concern for welfare of missing Cumbria man last seen in Gateshead  Chronicle Live
  
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• Concern for welfare of missing Cumbria man last seen in Gateshead

  11-02-2025 15:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ed Maietta was last seen in the area of South Shore Road in Gateshead on Friday
  
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• UK tourists urged to do EHIC check before travelling to avoid hefty fine

  11-02-2025 15:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brits heading off on holiday this year are urged to check the expiry of their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) as they could be caught out and face thousands of pounds of medical fees
  
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• Pensioners born in certain years to get £472 extra as DWP confirms April rise

  11-02-2025 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The State Pension rate is increasing by 4.1% under the terms of the Government's triple lock guarantee - here's how your finances will be affected
  
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• 'I was charged £50 by Ryanair to take a water bottle on a flight'

  11-02-2025 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A quick search on social media will show you the extent of the Ryanair bag charge and just how many people get hit with it - But I was charged for a very different reason
  
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• Consultation launches on memorial to remember lives lost to pandemic - Gateshead Council

  11-02-2025 14:52 via news.google.com
  Consultation launches on memorial to remember lives lost to pandemic  Gateshead Council
  
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• Peter Kay sparks anger at show with 'nasty' joke as audience members 'removed'

  11-02-2025 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bolton-born comedian Peter kay has come under fire over the last few days for a show on his "Better Late Than Never... Again!" tour that left many shocked
  
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• Appeal to find missing Alnwick 15-year-old last seen in Northumberland town on Saturday

  11-02-2025 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jackson Burnlees was spotted in the Fenkle Street area of the town at 11.30am, and his family are growing increasingly concerned
  
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• British tourists ditch Turkey for new holiday hotspots including one in Africa

  11-02-2025 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Turkey has long been a popular holiday destination for Brits looking to escape to sun, sea and sand - but new data has revealed that more and more holidaymakers are starting to look elsewhere
  
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• 'Paranoid' County Durham tradesman left wife a 'wreck' after assaults and harassment during divorce

  11-02-2025 13:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scott King, 40, bombarded his wife with unwanted calls as the pair were going through a divorce and subjected her to terrifying assaults
  
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• Perrie Edwards upstaged 'by Johnny Depp' during meal at Newcastle restaurant

  11-02-2025 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Little Mix star turned solo sensation Perrie Edwards has recalled what happened on her last visit to her favourite Newcastle restaurant
  
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• Millions of households warned to 'act now' as energy bills set for £109 rise

  11-02-2025 13:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An energy expert has warned that 'now is the time to take action' before price rises hit - here is more advice
  
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• I thought my son's weight gain was because of lockdown - three years later he was dead

  11-02-2025 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Luke Poga's mum Sam believed he was piling on the pounds due to a lack of exercise during lockdown - but was devastated to discover he was suffering from a deadly condition
  
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• 100 jobs to be created as Newcastle tech firm opens city centre office

  11-02-2025 12:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neptune North, whch is co-owned by global consultancy Oliver Wyman, is taking space at Bank House on Pilgrim Street
  
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• NHS urge 1.3 million to get 'life-saving' RSV vaccine as Brits warned of symptoms

  11-02-2025 12:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The vaccine has seen a dip in the amount of people getting it, causing major concern at the NHS.
  
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• Gateshead park murder trial: LIVE updates as two men accused of murder of Neil Selkirk

  11-02-2025 12:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Craig Curry and Anthony McDonnell deny murdering Neil Selkirk, whose body was found in a grassed area in Gateshead last August
  
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• Gateshead body in park trial: LIVE updates as two men accused of murder

  11-02-2025 12:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Craig Curry and Anthony McDonnell deny murdering Neil Selkirk, whose body was found in a grassed area in Gateshead last August
  
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• ITV Vera cast reunite for first time since tear-soaked last day of filming in Newcastle

  11-02-2025 12:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera stars including Brenda Blethyn and Riley Jones were on the red carpet at Monday's TV Choice Awards
  
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• ITV Vera cast reunite for first time since tear-soaked day of filming in Newcastle

  11-02-2025 12:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera stars including Brenda Blethyn and Riley Jones were on the red carpet at Monday's TV Choice Awards
  
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• Link with specialist school proposed to boost vital SEND provision - Gateshead Council

  11-02-2025 12:25 via news.google.com
  Link with specialist school proposed to boost vital SEND provision  Gateshead Council
  
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