Gateshead news

• When to take down your Christmas decorations

  28-12-2025 12:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many people take their Christmas decorations down on New Year's Day, but according to Christian tradition, they should stay up until the evening of January 5
  
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• B&Q expert says 'remove mould from homes and furniture' with 35p storecupboard item

  10-01-2026 02:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  B&Q has shared simple tips for tackling mould in the home - and one method uses a household product found in supermarkets from 35p
  
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• Inside 'wonderful' detached family home in heart of Tynemouth for sale at £995,000

  10-01-2026 01:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The substantial five-bedroom property is being marketed by Brannen & Partners, and is situated just a stone's throw from the sea front
  
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• The 12 big developments and key decisions changing the face of the North East in 2026

  10-01-2026 01:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From the demolition of the Gateshead Flyover to big decisions facing developments like the Crown Works Studios and Forth Yards, 2026 is shaping up to be a critical year for the North East
  
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• North East construction firm Merit collapsed with debts of £25m, documents show

  10-01-2026 01:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Around 300 jobs were lost after Merit Holdings and Merit Health went into administration towards the end of 2025
  
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• North East Postcode Lottery winners as Newcastle and County Durham among luckiest streets

  10-01-2026 01:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents of these North East areas who play the national game have won a thousand pound prize per ticket
  
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• Full list of North East NHS jobs available now - with salaries up to £165,000

  10-01-2026 01:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The healthcare provider is recruiting for a range of vacancies across various levels of training and experience
  
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• Flu cases 'stable' in North East hospitals - but health bosses issue warning for older people

  10-01-2026 01:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cases of flu appear to have stabilised over the first days of 2026 - but health bosses still worry for older people.
  
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• These offenders thought they were untouchable but now they've got to pay back criminal profits

  10-01-2026 01:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These criminals were ordered to pay back their ill-gotten gains which is being given to North East areas blighted by crime
  
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• It's 50 years since the groundbreaking Geordie TV drama When The Boat Comes In aired

  10-01-2026 01:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Starring former Likely Lad James Bolam, the BBC1 series became a big hit when it first aired in January 1976
  
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• Terrified woman scrawled 'help' on car window after being strangled with towel by violent partner

  10-01-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Irmantas Zilinskas, 39, was jailed for carrying out a violent attack against his then-partner in County Durham
  
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• TV licence rules for Netflix, Sky, Amazon Prime and streaming services

  09-01-2026 21:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Office for Budget Responsibility predicted that the license fee will rise from its current rate of £174.50 a year to just under £197 by the next election
  
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• North East bingo hall announces closure after decades serving the community

  09-01-2026 21:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Buzz Bingo in Wallsend is to close.
  
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• Gateshead rapist jailed for 10 years after court given 'chilling' details of impact on victim

  09-01-2026 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Wilson, of Winlaton, has been jailed after he was found guilty of raping the terrified woman
  
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• Northumberland B&B which made TV appearance up for sale with six-figure price tag

  09-01-2026 20:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Estate agents for the traditional village pub expect to see strong interest from the hospitality sector
  
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• EuroMillions winning numbers LIVE: Lottery results for Friday, January 9

  09-01-2026 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's EuroMillions and Thunderball draws
  
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• Northumberland council officials confirm closure of school is temporary amid safety fears

  09-01-2026 20:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'Intrusive' investigations are set to be carried out on Mowbray Primary School after it was closed due to cracks in the building
  
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• Travel insurance 'mistake' Martin Lewis warns to avoid when booking your holiday

  09-01-2026 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Money Saving Expert's tips are evergreen for saving your pennies, and keeping peace of mind
  
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• Stop overspending on your heating with this one simple trick from Octopus

  09-01-2026 19:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The energy company frequently offers advice to keep their customer's bills down
  
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• Screams and shouts from secluded North East woodland led to hero saving woman from attack

  09-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andreas Michael, of Gateshead, subjected his partner to a vicious attack while they were "wild camping" in Gateshead
  
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• Gateshead Council issues flyover and Computer House demolition updates

  09-01-2026 18:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Demolition of the Gateshead Flyover will not start until March at the earliest, once the neighbouring Computer House building has also been torn down
  
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• Prolific Gateshead burglar every home and business owner needs to know about

  09-01-2026 18:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A burglar admitted nine charges related to a 'spree' of crimes which saw him steal an iPad, cash, a charity collection tin and phones
  
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• BBC expert says England's new 4-bin recycling rules from March 2026 could mean £400 fines

  09-01-2026 18:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New waste separation rules requiring four bins come into force across England from March 31 - full details
  
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• Life-saving Great North Air Ambulance Service responded to more than 1,900 incidents last year

  09-01-2026 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The charity is now trying to raise £2.5 million to fund a new fleet of helicopters for the future of emergency care
  
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• NHS bosses outline recruitment challenges for dentists in rural Northumberland

  09-01-2026 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government has committed to reforming the sector
  
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• Police policy not to attend mental health calls to be assessed by North East researchers

  09-01-2026 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyneside-based experts are to consider how changes to the way the emergency services handle mental health calls have improved care.
  
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• Parents hit by almost £100,000 in fines for taking kids out of school in North Tyneside

  09-01-2026 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A total of 1,283 fines have been issued to parents or guardians for unauthorised school absences, generating over £98,000
  
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• Full details of all Met Office snow warnings for the North East this weekend

  09-01-2026 16:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Forecasters have warned of further disruption with weather maps showing more widespread snow hitting the region and warnings in place for a total of 28 hours
  
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• Robber lunged at North East shopkeeper with knife to stop him getting back stolen goods

  09-01-2026 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dalton James Angus, 23, of Ferryhill, has now been jailed
  
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• North East 'hit and run' victim stable as two questioned on suspicion of attempted murder

  09-01-2026 16:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Constabulary has confirmed the investigation is continuing into the incident, which took place in Spennymoor
  
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