Gateshead news

• Coronavirus could delay arrival of new £362m Metro fleet

  01-04-2020 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The long-awaited replacements for the Tyne and Wear rail network’s ageing carriages should start arriving in the region in late 2022 and be in use from summer 2023
  
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• 'Belta!' - Prisoners celebrate early HMP Durham release under Andy Burnham scheme

  13-10-2026 14:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Around 650 criminals were due to be released from prisons around the country on Tuesday, including those at a North East jail
  
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• Leam Lane police incident LIVE: Elderly man dies after being hit by car with teen arrested

  13-10-2026 14:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A huge emergency response descended on the Wealcroft Estate on Leam Lane, Gateshead, where a man in his 70s tragically died
  
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• Two people arrested over alleged attack near Wallsend primary school

  13-10-2026 14:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man, in his 20s, was seriously injured in Hadrian Park incident
  
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• Lorry crash LIVE: Updates as Metros resume after HGV hits bridge at Fellgate

  13-10-2026 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Metro services have resumed between Pelaw and Brockley Whins following the collision in the Fellgate area
  
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• Lorry crash LIVE: Updates as Metros suspended after HGV hits bridge at Fellgate

  13-10-2026 13:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There is currently no Metro service running between Pelaw and Brockley Whins following the collision in the Fellgate area
  
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• Two new bridges could be built over River Tyne under new vision to revamp Newcastle and Gateshead

  13-10-2026 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A regeneration masterplan for central Tyneside envisions the building of two footbridges connecting Newcastle and Gateshead, as well as 16,000 new homes
  
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• Health bosses settle debate on whether you should stay at home if you have Covid

  13-10-2026 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK Health Security Agency and the NHS have advice on what you should do if you fall ill with Covid
  
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• Ashington crash LIVE: Police cordon after car smashes into club with air ambulance called

  13-10-2026 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A car has crashed into The Mortimer on North Seaton Road in Ashington, Northumberland, with emergency services at the scene
  
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• DWP gives new update on assessment 'delays' with target explained

  13-10-2026 10:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A minister has explained what is happening to cut a backlog
  
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• Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte 'takes his own life' at 34 as cast share heartbreak

  13-10-2026 10:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 34-year-old actor had cerebral palsy and was a passionate disability advocate
  
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• Yorkshire Wildlife Park victim made 'chilling' three word comment to tiger before death

  13-10-2026 10:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eyewitnesses say the man talked to the tiger after entering its enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster. Police confirmed he died at the scene following the attack on 10 October 2026.
  
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• NHS advice on when a child with a cold needs medical attention

  13-10-2026 10:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NHS guidance explains how to care for children with colds, including fluids and pain relief
  
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• Fury as £55 million for Northumberland road will not be provided by Government

  13-10-2026 09:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government say it can only fund projects that will deliver value for money for taxpayers
  
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• Bed bugs on Qantas Perth to Rome flight as antihistamine supplies run out

  13-10-2026 09:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Passengers on Qantas flight QF5 from Perth to Rome claimed they were bitten by bed bugs during the 16-hour journey
  
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• DWP explains exactly how bank checks will work for people who claim three benefits

  13-10-2026 09:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bank checks will affect people who claim Universal Credit, Pension Credit or New Style Employment and Support Allowance
  
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• Six Flags temporarily closes nine roller coasters after fatal incident at Georgia park

  13-10-2026 09:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Six Flags has temporarily closed nine roller coasters across six theme parks as a precaution following a fatal incident on a ride at Six Flags Over Georgia
  
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• Gateshead police incident LIVE: Updates after air ambulance called to Leam Lane and police cordon in place

  13-10-2026 08:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services are currently in attendance on the Wealcroft Estate on Leam Lane, Gateshead
  
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• Gateshead Council workers denied access for home repairs over 2,000 times costing £90,000

  13-10-2026 01:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council workers have not been able to gain access to homes for repairs, including emergency ones, thousands of times.
  
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• Carer and pal 'savagely' attacked cancer victim in Northumberland pub

  13-10-2026 01:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christie Gore and Emma Taggart left the victim with concussion, buzzing in her ears and extensive bruising on her face, head and body
  
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• 'Everything went right' to save life of Northumberland dad who had cardiac arrest at Byker Asda

  13-10-2026 01:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Roger Crosby had a cardiac arrest at Byker Asda in May
  
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• Elderly Blyth shop worker threatened with scissors for £5 bottle of cider by 'confused' robber

  13-10-2026 01:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Storey left the victim scared after stealing the £5.09 bottle of cider when his efforts to pay for it failed
  
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• Inside Burnhopeside Hall - how a 300-year-old Georgian estate became a luxury retreat

  13-10-2026 01:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The County Durham estate has had three generations of custodians and its current owners have grand plans for its latest chapter
  
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• New strategy to create 10,000 jobs in sports and the arts as North East 'not realising full potential'

  13-10-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East mayoral authority wants to build on the success of hosting the Mercury music prize and other big events
  
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• Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte has died aged 34 as fans pay tribute

  12-10-2026 23:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  RJ Mitte, the Breaking Bad actor who played Walt Jr and advocated for disability rights, has died aged 34, his representative confirmed, as fans pay tribute.
  
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• Police warning to public after man killed by tiger at Yorkshire Wildlife Park

  12-10-2026 23:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers have warned people not to do two things, in light of the 'distressing; incident at the weekend
  
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• Attacker told victim 'you've got two holes in you, better get to hospital' after knifing him twice

  12-10-2026 21:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Laura Thompson was handed a suspended sentence for attack outside County Durham home
  
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• 'What happened to Alice Ruggles should never have been inevitable'

  12-10-2026 21:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chronicle Crime Reporter Sophie Doughty tells why everyone needs to be aware of the dangers of stalking and its potentially deadly consequences
  
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• Homelessness 'stride of pride' through Newcastle city centre highlights need to 'treat people like human beings'

  12-10-2026 21:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A pioneering homelessness project has been tackling stigma and improving health and care support.
  
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• Winning Set for Life lottery numbers for Monday, October 12

  12-10-2026 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have everything you need to know about the Set for Life draw for Monday, October 12
  
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