Gateshead news

• First Drive: 2016 Audi A3

  27-05-2016 12:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lightly facelifted A3 impresses in 187bhp guise
  
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• Meningitis outbreak in Kent kills two students while 11 others remain 'seriously ill' after outbreak

  16-03-2026 10:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Almost a dozen people are currently fighting the disease which has killed two students
  
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• Meningitis symptoms to look out for as two dead after UK outbreak

  16-03-2026 10:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Health officials have been notified of 13 cases with signs of meningitis and septicaemia and two people are known to have died
  
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• Middle East war could have 'knock-on effect' for Brits on wider travel plans including UK breaks

  16-03-2026 10:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Holiday prices could rise even in destinations not affected by conflict
  
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• All countries Brits should not travel to as Turkey and Cyprus update issued

  16-03-2026 10:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK Foreign Office has issued travel advisories against visiting eight countries including Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Russia and Yemen due to various security concerns and ongoing conflicts
  
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• UK Foreign Office issues new Dubai warning after major attack in last 24 hours

  16-03-2026 10:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK Foreign Office has updated travel guidance for anyone in the UAE following a drone attack at Dubai International Airport that temporarily suspended flights on March 16
  
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• UK government advice in the event of nuclear strike and best place to shelter in home

  16-03-2026 10:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK government has issued advice on what to do in the event of a nuclear attack, including where to stay in your home during a nuclear strike - here's the official 'go in, stay in, tune in' protocol
  
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• HMS Calliope to be granted council's highest civic honour next week

  16-03-2026 09:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The naval base is set to be granted the Freedom of the Borough by Gateshead Council next week.
  
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• Pensioners urged to take winter fuel action on April 1 or risk paying HMRC back double

  16-03-2026 09:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A consumer expert has explained just what older people need to do and why or face paying HMRC back double the full amount
  
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• Emirates cancels flights from Dubai Airport after drone strike causes huge fire

  16-03-2026 09:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dubai International Airport was temporarily closed after a drone struck a fuel tank and caused a fire, while Emirates said it expects to operate a limited schedule
  
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• North East danger driver who sold drugs with housemate hauled back into court

  16-03-2026 09:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chevez Le-Cheminant also had his suspended sentence activated for his involvement in a street brawl on Easter Sunday
  
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• Tyneside family's plea for 'devoted' long-time partner of late mum to stay in her bungalow

  16-03-2026 02:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rita Pearson passed away aged 85 in February, and her family are asking the council to allow her partner Jimmy Wastell to continue living there
  
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• Over 7,000 people sign petitions against Tyneside developments totalling 20,000 new homes

  16-03-2026 01:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Following the closure of the council's consultation on the prospect of nearly 20,000 new homes in the area by 2042, the council is now considering the feedback.
  
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• Serial Tyneside shoplifter left bag of stolen goods outside store before going back in to steal more

  16-03-2026 01:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brazen Dawn Thompson, who once told a court she used her PIP money to 'treat herself' to some crack-cocaine, stole more than £1,100-worth of goods from Marks & Spencer
  
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• Fresh hopes for Tyneside restaurant and takeaway in famous TV pub after HMO backlash

  16-03-2026 01:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Asif Bilal hopes that he can take Hebburn takeaway Balti Masters to a new level in the former Kelly pub, which featured in the Chris Ramsey sitcom set in the town
  
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• Inside 'distinctive' Northumberland five-bedroom home with its own cottage for sale at £925,000

  16-03-2026 01:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Edwardian-style property, which is being marketed by Brunton Residential, dates back to 1910, and is in the heart of Longframlington, near Morpeth
  
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• Northumbria PC contacted sex worker while on duty and followed pornographic accounts

  16-03-2026 01:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  PC Jonathan Miller communicated with a woman involved in sex work with a view to obtaining her services
  
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• Raging Newcastle thug deliberately drove into ex's sister while she had son in pushchair

  16-03-2026 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jess Wraith, of Byker, left the woman seriously injured after revving his car and driving it into her in temper
  
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• Emirates announce major change to popular flight between Newcastle and Dubai

  15-03-2026 22:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Emirates A350 aircraft flew into Newcastle Airport for the first time on Sunday
  
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• Walkers recall crisps batch due to ingredient which could be a 'health risk'

  15-03-2026 21:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A six pack of Walker Hot Honey crisps with a best before date of May 16 have been recalled
  
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• West Denton crash LIVE: Updates as ambulance and 10 police vehicles called to Newcastle collision

  15-03-2026 19:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services have been called to a collision in West Denton Way, Newcastle.
  
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• Jobs at Go North East including apprenticeships and trainee bus drivers

  15-03-2026 19:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East bus operator is hiring across a range of roles and locations
  
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• Funeral notices in the Chronicle this week including tributes to former Merchant Navy Captain

  15-03-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
  
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• Blue Badge rule change for 3 million people who could save up to £126 a year

  15-03-2026 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Martin Lewis has shared a major rule change to the Disabled Persons Railcard scheme, allowing over three million Blue Badge holders to save a third off train travel
  
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• Huge emergency response in North Shields street with house cordoned off

  15-03-2026 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services descended on Front Street, North Shields on Sunday where two cordons were placed outside a property
  
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• Convicted teenage robber caught with Rambo knife at busy Newcastle Central Station

  15-03-2026 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kiyan Batson had the blade when officers stopped him on a platform at Newcastle Central Station
  
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• Northumberland lad who moved to Argentina with 'just his dog and guitar' to release album

  15-03-2026 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cam Francis grew up in Swarland but has spent almost a decade travelling through the United States and Argentina with his guitar
  
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• Newcastle dad who spent £800 on cigarettes a month quits smoking to protect his children

  15-03-2026 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin Thomas, 35, said giving up smoking had meant he was able to change his children's lives for the better
  
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• Vicky Pattison breaks down in tears in emotional trailer for new reality show

  15-03-2026 16:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing star Vicky Pattison has filmed a new reality TV programme with her husband Ercan Ramadan
  
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• 'Perfect Mother's Day present' as couple welcome bundle of joy at Newcastle hospital

  15-03-2026 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Myles Griffin was born in the early hours of Sunday morning at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, less than three hours after mum Kayleigh went into labour
  
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