Gateshead news

• Experts issue eclipse warning to people who looked directly at the sun

  13-08-2026 09:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Optometrists have given a list of warning signs to look out for following the eclipse
  
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• Wallsend mental crisis hub helps over 1,000 in first year - some say they might not be here without it

  14-08-2026 01:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Anchorage in Wallsend has seen steady demand with some under saying they might not be here without it
  
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• Tyneside musician launches 'plushie subwoofer' to support deaf community after £30k kickstarter

  14-08-2026 01:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick Tyler, 30, has invented a plushie subwoofer - bass turtle.
  
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• Plans for over 130 new North Shields Fish Quay flats set to be approved

  14-08-2026 01:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council planners have recommended that the plans be approved
  
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• North East public backs government plans for tighter controls on gambling and vape shops

  14-08-2026 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham's plans to tighten regulation over the selling of vapes and gambling venues are proving popular
  
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• Drunken plane passenger said 'Hitler knew' and did Nazi salute on flight to Newcastle

  14-08-2026 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Kelly admitted being drunk and making racist remarks on a flight from Turkey to Newcastle
  
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• Rare moth colony discovered at Northumberland National Trust estate

  14-08-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Dark Bordered Beauty moth found at Wallington is only the second recorded population in England, despite it once being widespread across the north
  
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• County Durham shoplifting trio who repeatedly stole from Co-op store locked up

  13-08-2026 22:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joanna Scott, Catherine Parkin and Zara Hawkins targeted the store racking up the hundreds of pounds worth of losses
  
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• 7 pictures show £1 'project' house for sale in Newcastle's West End with 'excellent potential'

  13-08-2026 22:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Estate agents Pattinson are marketing a three-bedroom house near to Newcastle's West Road Crematorium that's up for auction at a price of just £1. Pictures of the property show that while it may have seen better days, once fully-renovated, it could be a real find. In the advert online, the agents wrote: "A fantastic opportunity to acquire a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Fenham, requiring full renovation throughout."The property offers excellent potential for investors, developers an
  
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• Denise Welch quits Loose Women after 24 years 'end of an era'

  13-08-2026 21:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denise Welch has left ITV's Loose Women after 24 years on the panel with the Geordie star set to focus on her acting career
  
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• Video shows latest progress on Gateshead Flyover demolition

  13-08-2026 21:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drone footage shows dramatic transformation of busy Tyneside junction
  
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• 'They usually bounce off' - Lucky escape for gull trapped in grille after being hit by car in County Durham

  13-08-2026 21:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darlington Bird Rescue were called to aid the stricken gull, which was spotted wedged in the grille of a Ford Focus
  
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• Campaigners say official nurdle clean-up operation 'still not enough'

  13-08-2026 21:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Campaigners say an upcoming spring tide between August 14 and 18 could bring more nurdles to the shore
  
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• Residents urged not to confront unauthorised campers on Blyth Links

  13-08-2026 21:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council say no camping or overnight parking is allowed on the beach, dunes or any of the links car parks
  
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• Winning Set for Life lottery numbers for Thursday, August 13

  13-08-2026 21:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have everything you need to know about the Set for Life draw for Thursday, August 13
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, August 13

  13-08-2026 20:09 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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• 30 photos as beachgoers soak up red hot summer day on North East coast

  13-08-2026 19:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands headed to the coast on Thursday as the UK experiences the fifth heatwave of the year
  
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• See the huge changes from Gateshead Flyover demolition as Park Lane roundabout closure continues

  13-08-2026 19:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The busy Park Lane junction has been shut for almost three weeks as the demolition of the A167 Gateshead Highway flyover reaches its 'most challenging' phase
  
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• Convicted Newcastle killer threatened to kill bar staff in robbery then made off with empty till

  13-08-2026 19:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thomas Brand smashed and brandished a Stella glass then made off with what turned out to be an empty till
  
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• County Durham student aims to become NASA astronaut after top-grade A-Level results

  13-08-2026 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Seb Bowerman received top-grade A-Level results today and now plans to study at Bath University
  
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• North East A-grade students shine after A-Levels success

  13-08-2026 18:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Students across the North East have been celebrating receiving their A-Level results today
  
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• Metro passengers fed up with sweaty journeys claim new trains offer 'no comfort' in heatwave

  13-08-2026 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Metro bosses say that problems with the new fleet's air con system have been resolved, but passengers claim that the trains are offering 'no comfort' in this week's heatwave
  
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• Pictures as overjoyed students across the North East celebrate their tremendous A-Level results

  13-08-2026 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Students all over the North East have been celebrating their A-Level results today
  
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• Grantchester fans thrilled as new crime drama set to 'fill void of Vera' gets update

  13-08-2026 17:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Grantchester fans are devastated that the beloved detective drama is coming to an end, but Robson Green has shared a major career update.
  
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• Police release images of person they want to trace after officer injured in Sunderland collision

  13-08-2026 17:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The incident on Wednesday morning saw Cooperative Terrace cordoned off by police for several hours
  
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• Investigation launched after fire near Northumberland football ground

  13-08-2026 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A fire was started close to the stand and floodlights at Ashington AFC's home ground on Woodhorn Lane on Wednesday night
  
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• Teenager fighting for life after crash on remote Northumberland road involving car and moped

  13-08-2026 15:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two teenagers are in hospital after a crash in Minsteracres, one of whom is fighting for his life
  
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• Gateshead pool reopens after sudden closure due to 'unforeseen circumstances'

  13-08-2026 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Leisure Centre announced that all three pools were closed "until further notice" due to "unforeseen circumstances" on Wednesday
  
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• This is the Sunderland mother who assaulted another mum in 'ugly' noisy kids row

  13-08-2026 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Billie-Jo Ryan, of Sunderland, has been given a suspended prison sentence for assaulting the other woman
  
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• DVLA message as some motorists could have car 'clamped or crushed'

  13-08-2026 15:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers affected are being urged to act quickly - or risk having no vehicle
  
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