Gateshead news

• 'Best ever' Geordie detective returns to TV tonight after heartbreaking exit

  29-06-2026 11:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera fans are in for a treat as Brenda Blethyn returns to the iconic role tonight
  
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• Motorists warned over £1,000 DVLA fine if drivers ignore rule

  29-06-2026 13:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There's an easy way to avoid the fine - and the task is free to do
  
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• Meet the 83-year-old North East cyclist aiming to break a world record

  29-06-2026 13:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eddie McGourley hopes to become the fastest octogenarian to cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats
  
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• The Good Life star Penelope Keith dies aged 86 as family issues statement

  29-06-2026 12:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dame Penelope Keith's family said she had been battling with cancer
  
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• Weather maps show when North East will get warmer temperatures again

  29-06-2026 12:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The weather may have cooled down this week but warmer conditions are on their way again, according to weather experts
  
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• Eldon Square Bus Station improvements hindered by heatwave ahead of reopening

  29-06-2026 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eldon Square Bus Station reopened this morning as improvement works continue in the area
  
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• A19 incident LIVE: Updates after collision between van and truck in County Durham

  29-06-2026 11:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Traffic is slow between the A182 Murton Interchange, Cold Hesledon, and the A182 Hall Walks, Easington
  
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• One dead as another fights 'life-threatening injuries' in San Jose World Cup fan zone shooting

  29-06-2026 11:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A shooting has taken place at a popular World Cup fan zone in California, with one person killed and another left with life-threatening injuries, police have said
  
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• Andy Burnham speech LIVE: Updates as would-be PM to create 'No 10' in the North

  29-06-2026 11:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Labour leadership frontrunner will deliver a speech on Monday, unveiling his plans for devolution and the economy - here are our live updates
  
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• Music festival horror as new born baby found in portable toilet as police hunt information

  29-06-2026 10:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The grim discovery was made at the Electric Forest festival in Rothbury, Michigan
  
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• A19 incident LIVE: Updates as delays in County Durham

  29-06-2026 10:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Traffic is slow between the A182 Murton Interchange, Cold Hesledon, and the A182 Hall Walks, Easington
  
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• Clarkson's Farm 'bird lady' responds to criticism amid fan speculation

  29-06-2026 10:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Clarkson's Farm has returned for its fifth series, which has seen Jeremy Clarkson spend another year running his farm in the Cotswolds
  
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• 'I saved my fiancé's life with 20-minute CPR after he collapsed lifeless on my birthday walk'

  29-06-2026 10:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Justyce Crossman performed CPR for 20 minutes on her fiancé David Robinson after he collapsed during a birthday trip
  
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• Crimestoppers appeal amid drinks and vape spiking crackdown in the North East

  29-06-2026 10:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As part of a new awareness campaign, working alongside partners including Northumbria Police, the charity is also raising awareness of the signs of drink and vape spiking
  
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• Princess Kate ‘grateful to be here’ as she gives health update after 'personal' challenge

  29-06-2026 09:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Princess of Wales has completed the gruelling National Three Peaks Challenge, climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon within 24 hours to raise money for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, saying she knows "personally how difficult that journey is"
  
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• North East man left brother needing skull surgery in attack at mother's home

  29-06-2026 08:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dwain Northend, 42, admitted GBH at Teesside Crown Court after launching the attack at his mum's home, following "unpleasant" messages to his sibling
  
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• Major sea rescue operation launched for person in distress 200 yards off North East coast

  29-06-2026 08:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  RNLI lifeboats, the Coastguard helicopter, police, and paramedics were deployed to the scene off Horden beach on Sunday
  
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• Andy Burnham pledges 'circuit-breaker' for Britain with 'good growth in every postcode'

  29-06-2026 08:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour leadership frontrunner Andy Burnham is set to unveil a major devolution and economic plan in Manchester, promising to be the 'circuit-breaker Britain needs' with a 'No 10 North' and a 10-year mission to raise living standards across every postcode.
  
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• Northumberland man fundraising for 'miracle' shelter that saved dog's life by rebuilding feet

  29-06-2026 01:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adam Barr is trying to raise funds for Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter that nursed neglected English Bulldog Cupcake, and is offering a generous prize too
  
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• Man allegedly held knife to male's neck and threatened to kill him in Newcastle

  29-06-2026 01:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reece Spearman is accused of telling the victim 'I will kill you, I just got out of jail for murder" near Central Station Metro Station
  
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• Gateshead food bank users 'in agony' over poor dental health, doctor says

  29-06-2026 01:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Research underway in Gateshead is searching for practical ways to improve the oral health of food bank users
  
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• Neighbours fled building after drunken arsonist set fire to Tyneside flat during argument with partner

  29-06-2026 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hannah Black set fire to a "combustible material" in her North Shields flat earlier this year, resulting in her neighbours having to evacuate the building
  
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• AI is a 'ticking time bomb' for animal welfare in the North East, charity warns

  29-06-2026 01:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Of those who had accessed AI for pet advice, 61% said they had turned to it for symptom checking for unwell pets
  
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• UK's 'hottest ever day' could be just weeks away with country set for temperatures over 40C

  28-06-2026 23:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An even more intense wave of heat than what we have just experienced could soon arrive, with sweltering conditions forecast
  
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• Newcastle couple dealing with 'crushing' stage four cancer diagnosis set for 'dream' wedding

  28-06-2026 22:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jonny Bell, who received the terrible news on June 17, has brought his wedding with his partner Rebecca forward to next Saturday
  
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• The Northumberland charity whose sensory caravans are creating lasting memories for families

  28-06-2026 21:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland charity whose sensory caravans create lasting memories for families
  
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• Vera star Brenda Blethyn's life including husband who 'fell for someone else'

  28-06-2026 21:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brenda Blethyn is a British actress best known for her role in ITV crime series Vera
  
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• Police release description of motorcyclist as South Shields hit and run investigation continues

  28-06-2026 20:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was at 3.20pm on Saturday that Northumbria Police officers were called to the incident outside of the Ocean Beach Pleasure Park
  
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• 38 photos of Children's Heart Unit Fund's annual Toddle as event brings families together

  28-06-2026 19:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The family fun day, in the grounds of Close House in Newcastle, includes a one mile run, funfair rides, character appearances, and food options
  
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• Newcastle brute forced his way into partner's home and punched her in front of child

  28-06-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cameron Jennings struck his girlfriend four times to the face, leaving her with bruising and swelling around both eyes
  
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