Gateshead news

• HMRC rule change 'has unexpected impact on 700,000 workers'

  17-09-2026 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has led to problems for some, experts say
  
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• Tyneside council must 'get a grip' on levels of sick leave among staff

  21-09-2026 21:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council's annual performance report has shown that while long-term sickness is declining, days taken off rise.
  
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• A1 crash LIVE: Traffic easing after collisions south of Chester-le-Street cause huge delays

  21-09-2026 21:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision has occurred on the southbound carriageway
  
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• Deaf North East rescue dog which wags his tail when he 'lip-reads' RSPCA staff looking for home

  21-09-2026 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Six-year-old bullbreed Eddie, who loves being around people, was rescued by the charity's officers and police from unsuitable living conditions
  
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• Inquest resumes into death of 'deeply loved' man killed by mentally ill patient in Newcastle

  21-09-2026 20:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ahsan Zia, a paranoid schizophrenic, killed Michael Matthews at Hadrian Clinic in Newcastle in 2022
  
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• Tyneside social club spilled drink row led to man having door repeatedly slammed into his head

  21-09-2026 20:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kurt Baston, of Gateshead, took part in a prolonged attack on a man in a social club in North Shields while on a community order for violence.
  
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• North East coastal council urged to give Tynemouth Outdoor Pool revival one more chance

  21-09-2026 20:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North Tyneside Conservative group is calling for a two-year programme to assess the pool's feasibility.
  
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• A1 crash LIVE: Delays of up to 60 minutes and 3 miles of tailbacks after collision south of Chester-le-Street

  21-09-2026 20:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision has occurred on the southbound carriageway
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Monday, September 22

  21-09-2026 20:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Monday, September 22
  
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• All the Famous Faces in Monument Metro station mural in Newcastle city centre on 30th anniversary

  21-09-2026 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The artwork has been in Newcastle city centre since 1996, and features many well-known and much-loved personalities from the North East
  
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• A1 crash LIVE: Delays of up to 60 minutes after collision between Chester-le-Street and Durham

  21-09-2026 19:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision has occurred on the southbound carriageway
  
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• A1 crash LIVE: Huge delays after crash between Chester-le-Street and Durham

  21-09-2026 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision has occurred on the southbound carriageway
  
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• Northumbria Police officer 'who made sexual references to handcuffs' groped woman in pub

  21-09-2026 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Daniel Hedley has since been sacked from Northumbria Constabulary after he took police equipment - including batons and handcuffs - home with him
  
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• Heartbreak as body found in hunt for missing Newcastle man aged 41

  21-09-2026 18:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aurel was last seen on September 14.
  
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• UK flight delays LIVE: Disruption continues at Newcastle Airport with second air traffic NATS incident

  21-09-2026 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  National Air Traffic Services (NATS) has confirmed that engineers are on site at its Prestwick centre in Scotland, investigating the ongoing issue affecting flights and causing UK airport delays
  
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• Gateshead Quays park and open-air performance area to be built in £24m scheme

  21-09-2026 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plans will improve the area while authorities work on a larger scheme for an arena on the Gateshead quays
  
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• Meadow Well stabbing suspect arrested after man left with serious injuries in alleged attack

  21-09-2026 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man, in his 30s, was seriously injured in broad daylight incident
  
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• Two taken to RVI following incident at Newcastle city centre building site - key details

  21-09-2026 16:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Health and Safety Executive has been made aware of the incident and is making enquiries
  
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• Lancashire village heard 'massive bangs' as earthquake rattled windows and doors

  21-09-2026 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Lancashire village of Silverdale has been rocked by numerous small earthquakes since last year
  
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• North East tanning salon severely damaged after vehicle smashes into shop front

  21-09-2026 15:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police officers have erected a cordon around the premises on Armstrong Drive after the incident at 11pm on Sunday
  
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• Newcastle city centre incident LIVE: Two hospitalised after 999 crews called to building site

  21-09-2026 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Market Street is closed between Pilgrim Street and Carliol Street with emergency services on the scene
  
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• Vital form released Monday for anyone needing to claim 2026 Winter Fuel Payment

  21-09-2026 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Not everyone will get the payment of up to £300 automatically this year - some will need to apply - full details
  
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• Boy, 11, among four held over alleged North East bus stop brawl

  21-09-2026 14:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have described the incident as "appalling"
  
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• Newcastle MP calls for end of 'nightmare' after Stagecoach bus diversions due to anti-social behaviour

  21-09-2026 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police confirmed that the force is working with Stagecoach to tackle issues in the area
  
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• Petrol prices increase today as drivers urged to make 4 car changes

  21-09-2026 13:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A litre of unleaded petrol now costs an average of 172.0p, while diesel stands at 195.7p, with the increases helping to push the country's overall inflation rate to 3.1%
  
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• Newcastle city centre incident LIVE: 999 crews called to building site

  21-09-2026 13:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Market Street is closed between Pilgrim Street and Carliol Street with emergency services on the scene
  
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• Hunt for man who grabbed teen boy around the neck at Amble Harbour

  21-09-2026 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police officers are appealing for witnesses
  
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• Killer Axel Rudakubana 'threw boiling water with sugar at prison guard', court hears

  21-09-2026 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The convicted killer is accused of assaulting a prison officer, and keeping an illicit weapon hidden in his cell
  
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• A66 crash case update as man appears in court for drug and money offences

  21-09-2026 12:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cameron George appeared at Teesside Crown Court charged with possessing cocaine with intent to supply and possessing criminal property
  
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• Newcastle International Airport delays due to 'technical issue' - key details

  21-09-2026 12:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  National Air Traffic Services has said that the issue is unrelated to the air traffic control problems from earlier this month
  
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