Gateshead news

• Decision over North East devolution deal delayed for a second time

  14-05-2016 06:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East Combined Authority's council leaders will discuss devolution again on Tuesday after Gateshead walked out last meeting
  
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• Battle lines drawn ahead of planning inquiry into solar panel farm in Northumberland countryside

  17-03-2026 01:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plans were blocked last summer before the applicant lodged an appeal in December
  
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• Newcastle drink-drive suspect followed by householder after crashing into a wall at his home

  17-03-2026 01:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Precious Ehidiamen had crashed into a wall and then left the scene when she was stopped by police
  
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• Tyneside rapist caught in the act after quick-thinking victim dialled 999 during ordeal

  17-03-2026 01:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Batey forced himself on the victim and was in the process of raping her when police turned up
  
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• Newcastle City Council independent inquiry findings won’t be released until after local elections

  17-03-2026 01:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A review into the behind-the-scenes culture at Newcastle City Council will not be published until after May's critical local elections, at which the balance of power in Tyneside could change dramatically
  
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• Remorseless former Northumbria Healthcare Trust physiotherapist struck off after 'repeatedly punching' wife

  17-03-2026 01:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gerald Browne was fined £420 and made subject of a five year non-harassment order
  
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• £2m Northumberland flood defence project among 47 North East schemes sharing £20m investment

  17-03-2026 01:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The village of Butteryhaugh, near Kielder, is just one of the places to benefit in the region, as part of a national investment of £1.4billion
  
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• North East fraud investigation sees four arrested as police raid seven properties in London

  16-03-2026 23:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The suspects were taken into custody after police officers carried out strikes on seven addresses early on Thursday morning
  
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• Devious North East fraudster with many names scammed thousands from 12 companies

  16-03-2026 22:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jamie Jenkins, 47, defrauded 12 companies at a total cost of £36,496, used a variety of different alias names and created fake companies
  
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• Full list of energy support announced by Keir Starmer as fuel prices soar due to Iran war

  16-03-2026 22:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The help will be much appreciated by billpayers in the UK
  
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• Over-75s should check TV licence rules before fee rises next month

  16-03-2026 22:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pensioners can check if they qualify for a free TV licence before the fee rises to £180 on April 1
  
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• Maths teacher caught 'fully naked' in Tyneside street banned from classrooms

  16-03-2026 21:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrew Peacock was spotted by stunned pubgoers taking a nude stroll in Hebburn and has now been banned from teaching
  
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• Monkseaton Middle School saved from closure as year groups set to be expanded

  16-03-2026 21:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Months on from the prospect of closure, Monkseaton Middle School has successfully secured its future and will even now expand.
  
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• Inside huge Tyneside cannabis factory after police uncovered hundreds of plants

  16-03-2026 20:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sabian Bejdo was alone in a house in Gateshead with 377 cannabis plants when police turned up
  
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• Free Greggs sausage rolls at Newcastle Quayside ahead of Saturday Night Live UK launch

  16-03-2026 20:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East bakery chain teamed up with Sky to promote the British version of the iconic US TV show
  
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• Last post played at 'touching' funeral service for Newcastle veteran who passed away at 94

  16-03-2026 20:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dennis Tate, who lived in Heaton, was laid to rest at St Oswald's Church in Walker today, with Royal British Legion representatives attending
  
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• Boy, 16, in court after stabbing investigation launched in North Shields

  16-03-2026 20:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There was a huge emergency services response in the Chirton area on Saturday after the alleged assault was reported
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Monday, March 16

  16-03-2026 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tonight's Set For Life could see one player scoop £10,000 every month for 30 years
  
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• NCP car park operator which runs Newcastle sites falls into administration

  16-03-2026 19:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NCP operates several locations in the North East, including the John Dobson Street car park, one of the largest in the city centre
  
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• Traditional Newcastle tea company Ringtons brews success with new products

  16-03-2026 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Byker business has grown sales and profits despite enduring a number of headwinds
  
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• Big Brother winner who blew all his money inspired by his grandma to turn his 'mess' into a 'message'

  16-03-2026 19:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Hutton now lives in Darlington and runs the 'Never Throw in the Towel Project'
  
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• Newcastle teacher 'facing death sentence' after battling cancer known as the silent killer

  16-03-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emma Durkin was diagnosed with ovarian cancer after having barely any symptoms
  
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• New Local Media Strategy is welcome news for North East journalism

  16-03-2026 18:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government is announcing a new Local Media Strategy - and it is welcome news for North East journalism
  
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• New dog walking law change to come into effect this week affecting a third of pet owners

  16-03-2026 18:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The rule change affects one third of UK homes which have a dog under their roof
  
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• Newcastle to be as warm as Ibiza with temperatures set to climb this week

  16-03-2026 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office says a warm and pleasant spell of spring weather is expected to develop across the UK - here's the latest forecast
  
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• Emirates flights cancelled between Dubai and Newcastle after Iranian drone strike

  16-03-2026 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dubai's main airport was shutdown after a drone hit a nearby fuel tank, causing many flights to be cancelled or heavily delayed
  
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• Tyneside woman falsely branded ex partner a paedophile and rapist in terrifying campaign of lies

  16-03-2026 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joanne Nicholson, of South Shields, spent 16 months targeting her former partner and his new girlfriend with repeated false allegations after break up
  
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• Tragedy as 'popular' teenage girl dies after collapsing at K-Pop Demon Hunters rave

  16-03-2026 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  University student Olivia Wojciechowska, 19, collapsed at a Halloween party and died in hospital after her condition deteriorated
  
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• Tragedy as 'popular' teenage girl dies after collapsing at Halloween party

  16-03-2026 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  University student Olivia Wojciechowska, 19, collapsed at a Halloween party and died in hospital after her condition deteriorated
  
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• Tributes paid to long-serving North East councillor whose 'legacy' will be felt for years to come

  16-03-2026 14:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council has announced the passing of coun Jim Turnbull at age 85.
  
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