Gateshead news

• New driving rule changes being introduced in August under Andy Burnham's leadership

  03-08-2026 12:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DVSA has confirmed several changes, including to MOT tests and driving licences
  
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• Holidaymakers in Mallorca issued warning for next week amid safety concerns

  07-08-2026 16:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Spanish holiday hotspot is one of the few places in Europe that will experience a total solar eclipse on Wednesday 12 August 2026
  
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• Attempted murder arrest after woman stabbed at North East house

  07-08-2026 16:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating a stabbing in Pelton, County Durham, with a woman in hospital and a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
  
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• Body of 11-year-old girl found in water near woodland park

  07-08-2026 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police were called to the Gore Glen area, near Gorebridge, following concerns for the girl, with her body found in the Gore Water later that afternoon
  
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• Dozens of GP surgeries in Durham and Northumberland hit by huge IT disruption as statement issued

  07-08-2026 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Major issues have been reported with around 70 GP surgeries in the North East
  
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• Love Island's Adam Collard arrives at court as his dad is due to go on trial accused of assaulting him

  07-08-2026 13:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adam Collard was spotted arriving at Newcastle Magistrates' Court with his fiancé sports presenter Laura Woods
  
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• Caravan torched and windows smashed in Howdon street as police investigate 'arson' attack

  07-08-2026 13:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to Oban Avenue in Howdon on Wednesday night after a fire broke out following a "disturbance" in the area
  
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• Every UK driveway affected as 'change takes place'

  07-08-2026 13:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A paving expert has warned that heatwave-cracked driveways across the UK could be at risk
  
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• EuroMillions lottery ticket warning as four weeks left to find North East £1m winner

  07-08-2026 12:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The clock is ticking for a mystery ticket-holder who is still yet to claim a £1 million EuroMillions prize
  
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• Gateshead mum's tribute to daughter who brought 'light to every room' after death at 38

  07-08-2026 12:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kirsty Tilney died at 38. She had lived with Down's syndrome and her story touched hundreds.
  
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• Sunderland Sheepfolds housing plans get nearly £28m Homes England investment

  07-08-2026 12:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The residential scheme is the next part of the ambitious Riverside Sunderland regeneration programme
  
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• Man who called himself as 'the devil' dies in prison less than two years after being jailed

  07-08-2026 11:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Mercer, from Skelmersdale, was jailed for four years and seven months after pleading guilty to intentional strangulation, ABH, making threats to kill and criminal damage
  
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• Unborn baby survived 10-storey tower block fall which killed pregnant mum

  07-08-2026 10:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emma Atkinson's daughter was successfully delivered within 30 minutes after she fell from the ninth floor at Shakespeare Towers, in the Burmantofts area of Leeds, on October 22, 2024 — though a coroner ruled her probable intent could not be ascertained
  
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• Little-known Newcastle Airport waiting zone where you can park for free for 90 minutes

  07-08-2026 10:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The waiting zone provides an area for you to wait before picking or dropping passengers off, with up to 90 minutes free parking for taxis, minibuses and public vehicles
  
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• Durham police officer got woman's number while on duty and searched her details before having sex with her

  07-08-2026 09:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  PC Stephen Holmes, of Durham Constabulary, would have been sacked if he hadn't already resigned
  
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• Government confirms list of new 'mental health A&Es' set to open in the North East

  07-08-2026 09:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New NHS mental health emergency departments are set to open across the region
  
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• North East dad 'capable of earning honest living' caught with 19 bags of cocaine in his car

  07-08-2026 08:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After Thomas Boucher was arrested, police seized £10,160 in cash, as well as a set of scales, empty bags and a 'tick-list' outlining debts from his home
  
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• Newcastle mum's heartbreaking final words to son as she begs Andy Burnham to block killer's release

  07-08-2026 03:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Archie York died when an explosion caused by drug dealer Reece Galbraith ripped through his Benwell home
  
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• Rushing Uber driver jumped red light and knocked over grandad in Newcastle city centre

  07-08-2026 02:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shak Rahman was trying to get his passenger to their hospital appointment when he struck a pedestrian on Percy Street
  
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• Engagement celebrations in Newcastle ended in chaos with 'one punch changing my life forever'

  07-08-2026 02:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ethan McCoy lashed out at the victim who has been left unable to smile with bleeding across the brain and multiple skull fractures
  
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• 'This is an emergency' - River Tyne crash sparks calls for Government help in nurdles clean-up

  07-08-2026 01:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plastic pellets spilled into the River Tyne when two vessels collided and they are now washing up on beaches and posing a risk to wildlife
  
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• 'This is an emergency' - River Tyne crash sparks calls for boats to help with nurdles clean-up

  07-08-2026 01:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plastic pellets spilled into the River Tyne when two vessels collided and they are now washing up on beaches and posing a risk to wildlife
  
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• More than 3,000 people support campaign to improve safety on the A1

  07-08-2026 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A petition set up by the Chronicle and Journal accompanies our Dual the A1 and Save Lives campaign
  
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• Cullercoats marine research facility set for major revamp in plans by Newcastle University

  07-08-2026 01:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle University facility could see significant investment in the near future, pending council approval.
  
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• Merseyside Police sergeant Daniel Hughes's secret life with EncroChat criminals

  06-08-2026 21:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Temporary Sergeant Daniel Hughes, 40, received a suspended sentence after being convicted of unauthorised computer access and disclosing personal data, despite being badly injured twice in the line of duty
  
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• Winning Set for Life lottery numbers for Thursday for £10,000 a month prize

  06-08-2026 21:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have everything you need to know about the Set for Life draw from August 6
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, August 6

  06-08-2026 20:01 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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• Neglected cat dies after being left in North East home without food or water

  06-08-2026 19:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chelsea Brown admitted an animal cruelty charge after leaving two cats alone without food or water - one died
  
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• Mini trapped in middle of A1 at Northumberland junction highlights need to end 'carnage'

  06-08-2026 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Campaigners say the A1 needs to be dualled and junctions improved with the road unable to cope with the levels of traffic
  
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• Dad and sons gouge eyes and hurl pint glasses at mourners after Prenton funeral wake

  06-08-2026 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Liam Redmond snr, Liam Redmond jnr and Luke Redmond admitted affray after a large-scale brawl erupted at a wake at Prenton Golf Club in Wirral, leaving one man permanently scarred and requiring nine stitches
  
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