Gateshead news

• Concern growing for 15-year-old missing Gateshead schoolboy Brandon Maas

  01-03-2017 13:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead schoolboy Brandon Maas has not been seen since Thursday, February 23, when he didn't return to his Blaydon home
  
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• Nine things Government says everyone should stockpile for emergency - full list

  01-09-2026 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As well as food and water, there are seven other items you should have at home ready
  
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• Plans unveiled for old Sage offices in Great Park to be demolished to make way for hundreds of homes

  01-09-2026 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The huge office has been empty for several years and now plans have been put forward to turn it into homes
  
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• Family-run Northumberland Zoo celebrates new chapter with exciting opportunities for future species

  01-09-2026 13:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The attraction is welcoming a new era in it's journey as it officially becomes a registered charity
  
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• LIVE: Former PM Keir Starmer stands down as MP ahead of Andy Burnham's speech in Commons

  01-09-2026 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This will mark the new Prime Minister's first statement in the House of Commons
  
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• Driver airlifted to hospital after serious crash closed A69 between Northumberland and Cumbria

  01-09-2026 12:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four people were injured when an Audi and a Dacia Jogger collided on the A69
  
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• LIVE: Andy Burnham meets with cabinet ahead of speech in House of Commons

  01-09-2026 12:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This will mark the new Prime Minister's first statement in the House of Commons
  
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• DWP 'to ask pensioners for bank statements' as benefits reviewed

  01-09-2026 11:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is contacting thousands of Pension Credit claimants as part of a benefit review, with some being asked to provide bank statements as part of bank statement checks
  
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• Sex Pistols to play in Newcastle for the first time ever as new tour dates announced

  01-09-2026 11:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has been a 50 year wait for local fans of the group, who kickstarted the punk movement in the UK, after a scheduled show was cancelled back in 1976
  
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• LIVE: Andy Burnham to deliver first Commons statement as PM

  01-09-2026 11:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This will mark the new Prime Minister's first statement in the House of Commons
  
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• Former Newcastle United player Joey Barton to stand trial over alleged assault

  01-09-2026 11:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Barton, 43, denies causing grievous bodily harm with intent to 51-year-old Kevin Lynch, and will be in court on Tuesday afternoon
  
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• LIVE: Andy Burnham to face Badenoch at PMQs after first commons statement as PM

  01-09-2026 11:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This will mark the new Prime Minister's first statement in the House of Commons
  
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• Gateshead son allegedly bit mum's nose for 'several minutes' whilst growling

  01-09-2026 10:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robert McKegney is accused of attacking his mother as he pinned her to a board covering a smashed window at her home
  
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• Fundraiser for families of police officers killed in A66 crash reaches huge £1.2m target

  01-09-2026 10:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Almost 44,000 people have donated to the GoFundMe page which was setup by the Cleveland Police Federation
  
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• Met Office unveils 2026 storm names with tribute to Shaun the Sheep - full list

  01-09-2026 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In the last year, there have been impacts from Storm Dave as well as Storms Benjamin, Claudia and Goretti - here's the list for the next season
  
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• Man, 23, charged with murder after girl, 7, and aunt killed in North East house fire

  01-09-2026 06:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 23-year-old man has been charged with murder following a fatal house fire in Grangetown that killed a seven-year-old girl and her aunt
  
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• See inside stunning five-bed home in Northumberland that's on the market for £950,000

  01-09-2026 01:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Butley Meadows in Morpeth is being marketed by Harpers and extends to over 3,600 square feet
  
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• Names and faces of all the North East criminals jailed in August 2026

  01-09-2026 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have listed all the offenders who were locked up in August, alongside details of their crimes and their sentences
  
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• North East man says routine NHS health check 'changed his life' at 42

  01-09-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ben Aitken, of Consett, was shocked when told that he had 'almost a one in five chance' of having a heart attack or stroke in the next ten years
  
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• Three new Tyne and Wear Metro stations unveiled for 2033 Washington extension

  01-09-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first images have been revealed of proposed new Tyne and Wear Metro stations at Follingsby, Washington North and Washington South, which could be open by 2033
  
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• Thief who brazenly walked into Newcastle police station and stole radio is kicked out of court

  01-09-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alan Turner was due to be sentenced for stealing the device, as well as for a number of other offences, but was told to leave court because he was too drunk
  
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• Met Office names 46 UK areas facing downpours on Wednesday - Parts of North East included

  31-08-2026 23:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More downpours are predicted for the rest of the week and further into September
  
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• Lionel Richie rushed to hospital after health scare on stage

  31-08-2026 23:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lionel Richie checked himself into hospital after his performance at The Muny in St Louis, Missouri, with doctors reportedly looking into possible slight dehydration
  
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• Newcastle dad delivers his own daughters in two surprise home births four years apart

  31-08-2026 22:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adele Crisp, 34, was advised to get to Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, but had already entered active labour on both occasions
  
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• Newcastle dad delivers his own daughter in second surprise home birth in four years

  31-08-2026 22:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adele Crisp, 34, was advised to get to Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, but had already entered active labour on both occasions
  
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• Winning Set for Life lottery numbers for Monday, August 31

  31-08-2026 21:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have everything you need to know about the Set for Life draw for Monday, August 31
  
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• The shamed doctor whose once 'illustrious career' lies in tatters after sexually assaulting North East women

  31-08-2026 21:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Mohammad Iqbal was once a trusted doctor - but now his 'illustrious career' lies in tatters
  
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• North East fish and chip restaurant pays tribute to legendary 'heart and soul' following sad news

  31-08-2026 20:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  "Mike was part of the heart and soul of Trenchers and someone who helped create so many wonderful memories for our customers over the years."
  
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• Two arrested on suspicion of firearms offences after vehicle rammed in Grangetown

  31-08-2026 20:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men remain in custody on suspicion of firearms offences after a vehicle was rammed in Grangetown, Middlesbrough, as Cleveland Police continue their crackdown on serious and organised crime.
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Monday, August 31

  31-08-2026 20:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Monday, August 31
  
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