Gateshead news

• James Bulger's killer Jon Venables 'scared' to attend own parole hearing

  08-11-2025 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jon Venables, one of the killers of James Bulger, is due to have another parole hearing next month
  
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• Boots pharmacies confirm Christmas opening hours as many NHS practices close for holiday

  09-12-2025 19:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pharmacy chain offer ways to ensure you get the medication you need over the holidays
  
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• NHS warning ahead of Christmas urges people to act soon to avoid last-minute panic

  09-12-2025 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The notice goes out ahead of a Christmas rush at pharmacies
  
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• Multimillion-pound scheme could power homes and public buildings around Sunderland

  09-12-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The heat network will see Sunderland City Council working 1Energy on a heat network in the city centre
  
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• Vacant Gateshead bowling green set to be handed to community organisation

  09-12-2025 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A vacant bowling green in Rowlands Gill could soon be handed over to a local community group
  
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• Plans to expand street light improvements across Gateshead

  09-12-2025 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Now work has been done on the worst lit streets, Gateshead Council will base its next phase of improvements on feedback
  
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• North East drugs and guns gang sentenced to 70 years as man who fled UK brought to justice

  09-12-2025 17:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Lancaster has joined Shaun Monaghan, James Ramshaw, Bryn Bowden, Steven Graham and James White behind bars
  
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• Police appeal for help finding missing Newcastle teenager, 13, not seen for four days

  09-12-2025 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police officers are searching for missing teenager Tayyemullah - known to friends as Zack
  
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• Youngsters given a festive surprise at the RVI's Children's ward

  09-12-2025 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle Magic Circle brought a special magical visitor to light up the RVI’s children’s wards
  
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• How a climbing tower has made a huge difference to the lives of one Northumberland family

  09-12-2025 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our 12 Days of Sunshine series to support the Chronicle Sunshine Fund's Christmas equipment appeal continues, as one Northumberland family describe how the equipment they were funded for little Ethan, 6, has been "a godsend"
  
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• North East restaurant owner 'bitterly disappointed' after safe stolen and emptied in early hours break-in

  09-12-2025 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Intruders broke into Blacks Corner in East Boldon and stole the safe, which was found emptied of its contents in a nearby park
  
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• UK households warned over Christmas light rule that could land £5,000 fine

  09-12-2025 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Property experts are warning homeowners that overly bright or disruptive Christmas lights could be reported as a statutory nuisance, potentially leading to council action and fines of up to £5,000
  
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• DWP to 'exclude' one major benefit from bank account checks

  09-12-2025 16:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that one benefit will be 'explicitly' excluded from its bank account checks, despite calls not to launch mass surveillance of bank accounts
  
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• HMRC tax free allowance increased to £16,320 for some UK households

  09-12-2025 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme lets you earn £7,500 tax-free on top of your £12,570 Personal Allowance, giving you up to £20,070 in tax-free income if you let out a furnished room in your home
  
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• DVLA warning for all drivers who passed their test before 2015

  09-12-2025 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DVLA has reminded drivers who passed their test before 2015 that photocard driving licences must be renewed every 10 years, with online renewal costing £14.
  
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• Girl, 10, killed alongside dad in caravan fire 'likely awake' when it broke out, inquest told

  09-12-2025 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An assessment of the caravan park found that that everything was well maintained
  
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• Plans for new 99-home estate gets the go-ahead near North East school with parking issues

  09-12-2025 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new estate will include a mix of bungalows and two, three, four, and five-bedroom homes, including several available at an affordable rate
  
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• Northumberland darts star backs cancer charity ahead of World Darts Championship

  09-12-2025 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Dobey of Bedlington is getting ready for the World Darts Championship at London's Alexandra Palace, which begins this week
  
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• Northumberland family calls for police inquiry into daughter's poison death

  09-12-2025 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police confirmed no investigation was ongoing into the death of Grace Nevens, who died in November 2024 after ingesting poison bought online
  
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• Plans to expand and enhance North East secondary school submitted to council

  09-12-2025 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Proposals have been put forward to expand and enhance the school
  
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• Heartbroken family pays tribute to 'proud Army veteran' who tragically died in motorcycle crash

  09-12-2025 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The collision, which took the life of Simon Miller, 35, of Sunderland, happened just before 1.30pm on Saturday, December 6
  
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• Luxury Northumberland train carriage could be yours for just £70K

  09-12-2025 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Stannington Pullman is a 75ft converted railway carriage which has been fully refurbished to provide luxury accommodation
  
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• North East nightclub owner refused extended hours after racking up 175 parking tickets

  09-12-2025 15:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  James McDonald had applied to Durham County Council to increase the opening hours of K2 and The Union in Consett until 3:30am
  
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• Newcastle Central Station sees TikTok 'Train Guy' and Hornby bring Christmas gifts to travellers

  09-12-2025 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Matt Streeton, the voice behind 'see it, say it, sorted', surprised commuters this week by handing out free train sets
  
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• Alnwick Garden and Lilidorei in Northumberland close due to Storm Bram

  09-12-2025 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The closure was announced on Tuesday and it was also said the day's Winter Lights and Father Christmas events would be cancelled
  
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• North East pub refused licence after man was left fighting for life in alleged attack

  09-12-2025 14:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Quinn's Inn was accused of misleading and obstructing officers following the incident which left a man needing emergency brain surgery
  
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• North East pub refused licence after man left fighting for life in alleged attack

  09-12-2025 14:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Quinn's Inn was accused of misleading and obstructing officers following the incident which left a man needing emergency brain surgery
  
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• The Range confirms exact date all North East stores will close in 24 hour change

  09-12-2025 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The popular superstore recently acquired Wilko, who now trade online
  
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• Morrisons makes major change to all North East cafes for 'first time in 20 years'

  09-12-2025 13:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The switch will surprise many customers in the Christmas season
  
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• A19 crash in County Durham causes major delays with three miles of traffic

  09-12-2025 13:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two-vehicle collision took place on the A19 southbound, just before 7.15am this morning, between Easington and Peterlee
  
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