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• North East mayor's £5m push to boost school standards and cut GCSE results gap

  19-03-2025 22:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East Combined Authority signed off plans on Tuesday for a £5 million plan aimed at improving school attendance, children's English and maths skills, and support for teachers
  
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• Full DWP list of 85 health conditions that qualify you for a £737 monthly payment

  19-03-2025 22:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published a list of more than 85 musculoskeletal conditions that can qualify you for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
  
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• What we know so far after Northumberland fire where four-year-old tragically lost her life

  19-03-2025 22:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Lynemouth community have come together in support of the family and collections of urgent supplies are being kept at nearby Bacmans Community Hub
  
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• Dog rescued from County Durham house fire caused by two mirrors reflecting sun to set fire to bed

  19-03-2025 22:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ten-year-old Beagle Harvey was rescued from a home in Croxdale where a fire had broken out
  
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• North East mayor says Northern Trains must improve as passengers are 'let down' by cancellations

  19-03-2025 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kim McGuinness has demanded improvements from Northern, after more than 10% of their services at one North East station were cancelled between January and February this year
  
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• Jesmond 104-year-old who survived the Blitz shares secret to long and happy life

  19-03-2025 20:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dorothy Dawson worked in an ammunition factory during the Second World War before moving up to Newcastle with her husband
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery and Thunderball numbers for Wednesday, March 19

  19-03-2025 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing you tonight's winning National Lottery Lotto and Thunderball results - live breaking updates below
  
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• Firefighters called to Holystone Roundabout as second crash in an hour causes traffic disruption

  19-03-2025 19:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A crash on Benton Road off the Holystone Roundabout happened less than an hour after the nearby A19 was closed northbound
  
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• Two taken to hospital after tyre on A19 causes two-vehicle crash in Northumberland

  19-03-2025 19:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A19 northbound remained closed for over two hours between Moor Farm Roundabout and the Killingworth Way junction
  
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• Northumberland village grieves girl's fire death vowing 'the whole of Lynemouth is here for family'

  19-03-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neighbours in Kingsley Road, Lynemouth spoke on Wednesday of their horror and heartbreak following a fatal fire.
  
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• Whitley Bay bar worker in tears as she tells court she's 'so sorry' for crash which killed friend

  19-03-2025 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Karla Dodds, of Whitley Bay, denies causing North Shields man Truman Hub's death by dangerous driving
  
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• Investigation launched as three die from food poisoning linked to NHS desserts

  19-03-2025 18:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation is underway nationwide following the three deaths
  
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• One hundred new homes to be built in Newbiggin aimed at first-time buyers

  19-03-2025 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were concerns that the number of houses was too large for the site
  
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• Plans for three-storey community facility at Ashington's Wansbeck Square approved despite 'Lego' criticism of design

  19-03-2025 17:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The project aims to create a welcoming gateway to Ashington from the town's new train station
  
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• Hunt for Gateshead shoplifter who punched police officers after being caught stealing from Co-op - Chronicle Live

  19-03-2025 16:38 via news.google.com
  Hunt for Gateshead shoplifter who punched police officers after being caught stealing from Co-op  Chronicle Live
  
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• Hunt for Gateshead shoplifter who punched police officers after being caught stealing from Co-op

  19-03-2025 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Both Northumbria Police officers were left with bruises following the incident in Low Fell
  
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• UK airport rule change will let Brits skip passport queues thanks to new technology

  19-03-2025 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New facial recognition technology will allow travellers to be identified by high-powered cameras that can scan faces through car windshields at ports, it has been revealed.
  
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• Police searching for wanted Newcastle man Ryan Rainey believed to be 'actively evading arrest'

  19-03-2025 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 34-year-old is wanted in connection with 'multiple shoplifting offences'
  
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• New State Pension age set to rise next year for people born in these years

  19-03-2025 16:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The State Pension age is set to start rising from 66 to 67 next year, with the increase due to be completed for all men and women across the UK by 2028
  
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• A19 crash LIVE: northbound carriageway reopens after tyre caused two vehicle collision

  19-03-2025 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A19 is closed after a tyre on the carriageway caused a collision in North Tyneside
  
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• A19 crash LIVE: Northbound carriageway closed as tyre causes two vehicle collision

  19-03-2025 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A19 is closed after a tyre on the carriageway caused a collision in North Tyneside
  
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• Exact date DWP Universal Credit claimants will get £775 payment increase

  19-03-2025 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DWP's new Universal Credit announcement has confirmed the exact date millions of claimants can expect to see a £775 increase in their payments
  
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• "They have lost everything" - Northumberland community rallies round family after girl, 4, dies in house fire

  19-03-2025 15:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Donations of clothing and other items are being collected following tragedy in Lynemouth
  
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• Gateshead FC tight-lipped on Victor Anichebe takeover talk as ex-Sunderland star linked with deal - Chronicle Live

  19-03-2025 15:04 via news.google.com
  Gateshead FC tight-lipped on Victor Anichebe takeover talk as ex-Sunderland star linked with deal  Chronicle Live
  
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• Checks underway to see if Gateshead Flyover artwork can be preserved - Chronicle Live

  19-03-2025 14:42 via news.google.com
  Checks underway to see if Gateshead Flyover artwork can be preserved  Chronicle Live
  
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• Checks underway to see if Gateshead Flyover artwork can be preserved

  19-03-2025 14:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Calls have been made to save the work of a renowned urban sculptor as Gateshead Council approves the demolition of the A167 flyover
  
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• Newcastle United Leazes Park stadium claims spark opposition from wildlife campaigners

  19-03-2025 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After rumours that Newcastle United want to build a 65,000-seater stadium on Leazes Park, Save Newcastle Wildlife have warned that such a move could have a major environmental impact
  
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• Northumberland walker taken to hospital after suffering leg injury at summit of Grey Nag

  19-03-2025 14:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mountain rescuers were called on Sunday afternoon
  
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• Newcastle University scientist played vital role in getting justice in 'Toxic Town' legal case

  19-03-2025 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Netflix drama tells the real-life story of families fighting for justice in Corby
  
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• Man 'hung dog in air' before shoving woman during assault in County Durham

  19-03-2025 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The incident happened on Heworth Lane in Newton Aycliffe
  
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• Plans for 200 new homes on former Hexham Middle School site are approved

  19-03-2025 13:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A further, more detailed application will need to be submitted before work can begin
  
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• Spring Equinox explained and what it means for weather, daylight and more

  19-03-2025 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Spring is about to officially begin as the annual Spring Equinox takes places on March 20, but what does it mean for the weather, daylight and changing of the clocks?
  
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• Clare Balding kayaks between Tyne bridges and visits Michelin Star restaurant in Channel 5's Tales from the Riverbank

  19-03-2025 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Clare Balding goes on a journey from the top of the Tyne Bridge all the way through Northumberland to Kielder Reservoir in the final episode of Tales from the Riverbank this Thursday
  
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• Newcastle legend Alan Shearer serenaded by fans as he's spotted at Sam Fender gig

  19-03-2025 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle legend Alan Shearer, fresh from being at Wembley to see United win the cup was at Sam Fender's Amsterdam gig
  
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• North Tyneside Council approves £4.28m to help warm 300 homes

  19-03-2025 13:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Low income households now have the chance to apply for funding to help improve the energy efficiency of their houses
  
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• Wallsend thief jailed after stealing from Co-op and One Stop stores 10 times in a month

  19-03-2025 13:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dale Forrest helped himself to more than £1,200-worth of chocolate, soap, steaks and booze by repeatedly targeting the same two stores
  
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• New £4.4m Wallsend sports complex opening is a 'game-changer' for grassroots community

  19-03-2025 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Tyneside Council says the £4.4 million venue is regarded as 'a game-changer for local football, rugby, and community sports'
  
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• Seven key DWP and PIP changes and what they mean for you as Labour make major cuts

  19-03-2025 13:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed an overhaul of Personal Independent Payments (PIP) and Universal Credit - but faced a backlash over the 'cruel' plans
  
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• Estate Walkabouts strengthen community voice - Gateshead Council

  19-03-2025 13:09 via news.google.com
  Estate Walkabouts strengthen community voice  Gateshead Council
  
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• Man seriously injured after being hit by car in Hetton-le-Hole

  19-03-2025 13:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was left with back and leg injuries when he was struck by a vehicle in Hetton-le-Hole
  
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• Big interview with Metrocentre chairman Martin Healy: Gateshead’s retail jewel shines again - Property Week

  19-03-2025 13:00 via news.google.com
  Big interview with Metrocentre chairman Martin Healy: Gateshead’s retail jewel shines again  Property Week
  
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• Northumberland beauty spot car park to reopen after four months following upgrades

  19-03-2025 12:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The spaces at the car park for the popular beauty spot have doubled after the work
  
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• Two Northumberland hospitals set to open urgent treatment centres next month

  19-03-2025 12:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Patients will be able to book appointments via NHS 111
  
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• Millions of British drivers could be breaking the law at work without knowing

  19-03-2025 12:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new study shows the number of drivers using their car for work is staggeringly high, and that in doing so, they are breaking the law
  
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• Coast Road rush hour chaos after five-vehicle crash sees huge 999 response

  19-03-2025 12:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to the A1058 eastbound at Wallsend following a crash involving five vehicles
  
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• DWP changes will hit efforts to reduce child poverty in North East, campaigners say

  19-03-2025 12:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government plans have come under fire from MPs, unions and campaign groups
  
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• New number plate plans 'confusing' as 'invisible' drivers evade speed cameras

  19-03-2025 12:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new number plate law change has been proposed in the UK and it could be a risk to drivers amid a potential £1,000 fine - and experts have warned it could be confusing
  
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• Braintree boost their survival hopes with impressive win at Gateshead - Daily Gazette

  19-03-2025 12:10 via news.google.com
  Braintree boost their survival hopes with impressive win at Gateshead  Daily Gazette
  
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• Gateshead homelessness support scheme begins construction - Housing Digital

  19-03-2025 11:00 via news.google.com
  Gateshead homelessness support scheme begins construction  Housing Digital
  
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• Martin Lewis fan shares how they saved £1,000 on water bill ahead of price hike

  19-03-2025 10:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The money saving expert has urged households to check whether they can slash their water costs before bills go up in April
  
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