Gateshead news

• Tyneside fugitive tracked down and arrested in Colombia

  14-11-2025 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robert Taylor was wanted by Northumbria Police after he was sentenced in his absence in February 2024.
  
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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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• North East weather warning updated as Storm Bram brings strong gusts and heavy rain

  09-12-2025 13:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People in County Durham and Northumberland have been warned to expect showers and strong winds Tuesday onwards - here's the latest forecast
  
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• Police appeal to find Sunderland man wanted over breached court order

  09-12-2025 12:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kieran Crute, 25, has links to Houghton-le-Spring, as well as the wider Sunderland area, with Northumbria Police enquiries continuing
  
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• Met Office map shows all UK weather warnings amid Storm Bram wind and rain alert

  09-12-2025 12:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There have been flight and rail cancellations, power cuts and flooding in various parts of the UK - here's the latest weather update
  
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• Pay-per-mile £267 tax update as DfT gives new statement

  09-12-2025 12:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has defended the new pay-per-mile system set to charge electric vehicle drivers 3p per mile from April 2028
  
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• New virus strain detected in England as UKHSA issue major warning

  09-12-2025 12:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK Health Security Agency said the new 'hybrid' strain was identified in an individual who had recently travelled to Asia, with the World Health Organisation now being updated on the finding
  
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• UK households can reduce BBC TV licence to £0 with just one move

  09-12-2025 12:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  State pensioners can knock the £174 BBC TV licence bill down to zero through a DWP Pension Credit application that takes just 16 minutes
  
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• UK drivers warned of major crackdown with cars being 'seized on the spot'

  09-12-2025 12:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police Service of Northern Ireland has seized 1,461 vehicles this year and more are expected to be taken off the roads during week-long Operation Drive Insured targeting uninsured drivers
  
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• One of Northumberland's quietest railway station's sees passenger numbers increase

  09-12-2025 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chathill Station has seen its users go up by around 25% over the last year, according to data by the Office of Rail and Road
  
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• North East Reform councillor's business fined £40,000 over illegal worker

  09-12-2025 11:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reform councillor Andrew Harrison's County Durham firm Churchills Management Ltd has been fined by the Home Office, though the councillor insists the individual had the right to work
  
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• DfT update on powers to prosecute drivers who fail to report this

  09-12-2025 11:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers have to stop and report certain types of incidents
  
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• Strictly's Katya Jones breaks down in tears on TV after Lewis Cope exit as fans heartbroken

  09-12-2025 11:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing pro Katya Jones was visibly emotional as she appeared on It Takes Two on Monday with Lewis Cope
  
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• UK weather maps show -3C freeze hitting North East before Christmas

  09-12-2025 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Temperatures could drop to -3C in parts of the North East later this month, with forecasters predicting cold conditions in the run-up to Christmas Day on December 23
  
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• Drivers urged to put toothpaste on car for two key reasons this December

  09-12-2025 10:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The common household item can prevent frost on windscreens and improve headlight visibility during winter driving
  
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• M&S, Aldi, Lidl to close all North East stores for 24 hours as shoppers warned

  09-12-2025 10:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Major UK supermarkets including Aldi, Lidl and M&S will close on Boxing Day to give staff a break, while Tesco, Sainsbury's and Asda will open with reduced hours
  
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• North East flood warnings in place as Storm Bram hits the region

  09-12-2025 10:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are flood warnings in place for rivers located in Northumberland and County Durham
  
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• Hour by hour weather forecast as Storm Bram brings Met Office yellow warnings for rain and wind

  09-12-2025 09:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The weather agency has warned that the storm will bring 'strong winds and very heavy rain' to northern England
  
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• Man jailed for involvement in gang who stole two lorries in North East depot rampage

  09-12-2025 08:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nathan Smith, along with three other men, stole the vehicles, which were later involved in a ram-raid on a JD Sports store
  
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• Storm Bram: Six things Met Office says to do as weather warnings in place

  09-12-2025 08:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has issued amber warnings for Storm Bram with winds up to 90mph and 100mm of rain expected across parts of the UK, with forecasters advising six crucial safety steps
  
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