Gateshead news

• Dr Michael Mosley explains how one simple exercise helps 'slow down' ageing

  27-05-2024 10:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It also has the power to boost mental health, strength and flexibility according to the renowned fitness buff.
  
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• Gunman remains at large after shots fired at North East home in 'targeted attack'

  16-02-2026 16:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police continue to investigate a shooting at a house in Newton Hall which sparked a huge police response
  
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• Tragedy as woman, 70, dies following medical episode near Newcastle's Utilita Arena

  16-02-2026 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A woman died shortly after suffering a medical episode near a major Newcastle concert venue.
  
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• Man, 27, arrested after woman dies in North East hit-and-run

  16-02-2026 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman was crossing Durham Road in Farringdon when she was struck by a vehicle on Saturday night
  
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• One of 'worst' North East paedophiles police detective has seen jailed

  16-02-2026 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thomas Corner, 27, filmed himself engaging in sexual activity in front of young children and had a number of disgusting videos on his phone
  
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• Racist thug bit Metro security guard and abused him in attack at Monument station

  16-02-2026 13:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ross Butler attacked a Metro security guard and even bit him during an altercation at Monument Metro station.
  
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• Met Office issues 16-hour North East weather warning as ice to bring 'greater hazard'

  16-02-2026 12:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The areas covered by the warning include County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Sunderland
  
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• Health alert as 96 new cases of infectious Victorian disease are confirmed

  16-02-2026 12:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  UK Health Security Agency shares urgent advice
  
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• Police share new image in search for missing North East man last seen five days ago

  16-02-2026 12:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher, 34, was last spotted on Wednesday, February 11, in the Tees Street area of Concord, between 7pm and 7.30pm
  
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• Spain earthquake hits Almeria region as Brits woken by 4.3 magnitude tremor

  16-02-2026 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents and tourists in the Andalusia region of Spain say they were woken by an earthquake, confirmed at a 4.3 magnitude.
  
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• Thousands can now apply for £2,000 grant to help with energy bills

  16-02-2026 12:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The fund has already given away £1million to help people heat their homes
  
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• Asda offers £1 cafe deal to shoppers with children - and there's no minimum spend

  16-02-2026 11:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There's also no purchase required with this Asda cafe deal - here are more details about the initiative, which parents can enjoy during half-term
  
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• Exact date DWP Universal Credit payment will rise to £750 for millions

  16-02-2026 11:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Welfare reforms include plans for £3.5bn investment in employment support by decade-end
  
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• Solar eclipse incoming as spectacular 'ring of fire' hits for first time

  16-02-2026 11:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The date and time has been revealed and where you can see the eclipse
  
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• Some drivers to face extra £156.51 a year charge from April, 2028

  16-02-2026 10:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New analysis shows who will have to pay the most under the new Government rule
  
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• Five-year-old girl's 'mystery' condition found to be ultra-rare genetic disorder

  16-02-2026 10:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gracie Charlton has been diagnosed with a rare disorder shared with less than 35 people worldwide
  
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• Tesco, Asda, Morrisons and Sainsbury's to pay UK households for empty bottles

  16-02-2026 10:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Households across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland will be paid to bring empty bottles and cans back to supermarkets from October 2027, with no receipt needed under the new Deposit Return Scheme
  
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• UK households with log burners warned over serious health issues

  16-02-2026 10:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The British Heart Foundation has warned that PM2.5 particles of pollution from log burner fires can remain in the bloodstream for up to three months, potentially increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke
  
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• Exact date UK clocks change as lighter evenings just weeks away

  16-02-2026 10:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The clocks will go forward for an hour on March 29 at 1am - here's everything you need to know about British Summer Time
  
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• Maps show when 16 UK cities could be hit by snow 'blizzards'

  16-02-2026 10:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The sustained heavy snowfall, which could last up to 78 hours, is set to come later this month, courtesy of a 'brutal Arctic blast'
  
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• Everything you need to know about the section of the Metro line which is currently closed

  16-02-2026 09:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be no Metros between Shiremoor and St James, in both directions, until Saturday
  
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• Grandparents can get DWP State Pension boost for looking after grandkids in holidays

  16-02-2026 09:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you have been helping to look after a grandchild under the age of 12 while their parent is working, you could plug gaps in your National Insurance record
  
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• Busy section of Metro line closed for five days from today for essential renewal work

  16-02-2026 08:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be no Metros between Shiremoor and St James, in both directions, until Saturday
  
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• £12 change in February for anyone who owns a home

  16-02-2026 07:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The number of newly listed properties for sale is 11% higher than two years ago
  
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• Inside 'outstanding' Georgian Newcastle townhouse for sale at £1.75million

  16-02-2026 01:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 'tastefully refurbished' property on Carlton Terrace, marketed by Sanderson Young Rare, dates back to 1840, and was designed by John Dobson
  
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• Pensioner left motorcyclist needing surgery after crashing into him at lights in Ponteland

  16-02-2026 01:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Retired nurse Joyce Van Heijzen was behind the wheel of car when she ploughed into the victim at some traffic lights in Ponteland
  
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• Norovirus cases 'high but stable' as North East hit hard by vomiting bug

  16-02-2026 01:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East has England's highest rate of confirmed norovirus cases
  
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• All the road closures and roadworks across the North East this week

  16-02-2026 01:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here is a full list of the planned road closures and roadworks across the region for the week beginning Monday, February 16
  
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• Just two elected North Tyneside council officials reject pay rises, councillor says

  16-02-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Only two out of 60 councillors in North Tyneside Council have rejected an increase in their allowances amid Tory criticism of the hike, a member says
  
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• Gateshead Pets at Home shop workers left petrified after being targeted by armed robber

  16-02-2026 01:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shaun Hodgson threatened staff at two shops with a blade while Richard Temple helped him raid a pizza shop
  
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