Newcastle news

• Who were the winners at The Journal Culture Awards 2018? Here is the full list

  24-05-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event took place for the second year running at Hexham Abbey in association with Northumberland County Council
  
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• Sunderland must adopt a League One mindset if they are to rise to this season's challenge

  24-05-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New Sunderland director Charlie Methven is under no illusions of the task at hand - and what the Black Cats needs to do
  
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• Gary Cahill and John Stones should not being going to the World Cup but Jamaal Lascelles should

  24-05-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jamaal Lascelles has been awarded Newcastle United's player of the year award and he deserves it
  
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• First survivor of open-heart surgery at roadside was man stabbed in the chest by violent robber

  24-05-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Sangster has been left with life-changing consequences after Kieran Smith plunged a knife into his heart in a random attack in County Durham
  
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• Magaluf hotel fire: Four Brits appear in Spanish court

  24-05-2018 21:51 via bbc.co.uk
  The four, from County Durham, are reported to have tried to set fire to a sleeping friend's feet.
  
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• Hate hellish bank holiday car journeys? 5 secrets to making family trips miles better

  24-05-2018 21:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  5 secrets to making family road trips miles better
  
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• Piece of wood mistaken as body floating in the River Tyne on the Quayside

  24-05-2018 20:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A police helicopter was dispatched after a piece of wood floating in the water was mistaken as a person
  
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• Former NUFC players are among alleged sex abuse victims and ex manager is prosecution witness

  24-05-2018 20:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former boss John Carver and ex player and physio Paul Ferris are among those expected to give evidence in the trial of George Ormond, jurors hear
  
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• From gazebos to kids’ tents – how to make the most of your outside space this bank holiday and half term

  24-05-2018 20:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Have a brilliant bank holiday with these ideas from Halfords
  
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• Lee Charnley on why he believes Newcastle have 'backed' Rafa Benitez - and will do again this summer

  24-05-2018 19:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United managing director Lee Charnley explains why he believes Rafa Benitez has received the club's support
  
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• What you need to know about the General Data Protection Regulation and this website

  24-05-2018 19:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The rules around privacy and data protection are changing from May 25 2018
  
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• UK’s best bank holiday bike routes for families revealed – plus the things all cyclists need to pack

  24-05-2018 19:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Why not pack up the bikes - and a sandwich or two - and head out on a group adventure?
  
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• Do you know someone who runs a business? Do they know about the Amazon academy?

  24-05-2018 19:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On June 5, Enterprise Nation and Amazon will host the free Amazon Academy at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Newcastle
  
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• Construction of Newcastle Stack under way as 60 shipping containers start to arrive

  24-05-2018 19:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brims Construction has started to assemble the first of the shipping containers that will make up the vibrant social hub
  
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• Jonas Gutierrez recounts the goal that saved Newcastle United from relegation in 2014-15

  24-05-2018 19:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jonas Gutierrez beat cancer to return to the Newcastle United first team and help them beat relegation in 2015
  
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• Why it's a big summer for Jacob Murphy - and how the Newcastle winger can kick on

  24-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Confidence is the key for Newcastle United wideman Jacob Murphy, but it's up to him to push on now next season
  
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• Watch the horrific moment thug sets fire to rough sleeper's blanket at start of four-hour attack

  24-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Khaled Hassan left the victim with burns and permanent scars after setting him alight and subjecting him to hours of 'torture' while he slept
  
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• The effect Universal Credit is having on people in Newcastle - in their own words

  24-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Critics say the new benefits system has left low-income families struggling in 'poverty and hardship'
  
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• Hefty credit card bills and a £9m fall in value at Arch, auditors say

  24-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland County Councillors were told of 'emerging matters of concern' about the troubled regeneration company
  
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• From Ashington to Barcelona - the incredible story of the Patrick O'Connell now on film

  24-05-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  He's the Irishman who starred for Manchester United and has a unique place in Barcelona's history - and was also player manager at Ashington
  
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• Alzheimer's woman's first piano recital in Newcastle

  24-05-2018 18:34 via bbc.co.uk
  Diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016, it was 84-year-old Joan Cooper's first performance.
  
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• Achraf Lazaar hoping to return to Newcastle United and prove he's worthy of his place

  24-05-2018 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Achraf Lazaar's agent has been speaking about his client's future
  
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• Man rescued from burning building in County Durham is arrested on suspicion of arson

  24-05-2018 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Constabulary has arrested a 46-year-old who is suspected of arson with intent to endanger life at a Darlington building
  
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• Newcastle United transfer gossip: Fresh links as talks continue between Charnley and Benitez

  24-05-2018 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bundesliga forwards and international goalkeepers linked as Mbemba could be set for Belgium return  
  
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• Newcastle firms urged to embrace 'ambitious vision' for the city

  24-05-2018 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council leader Nick Forbes wants businesses to build on the momentum of the Great Exhibition of the North
  
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• Why Rafa Benitez staying at Newcastle United next season is good news for Martin Dubravka

  24-05-2018 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Martin Dubravka says his future depends on whether Rafa Benitez stops at Newcastle United
  
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• People are describing the best ways they ever got petty revenge - and it's gloriously satisfying

  24-05-2018 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These stories will give you some seriously good ideas...
  
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• When are Wickes, Screwfix, B&Q, Homebase and Wickes open for Bank Holiday?

  24-05-2018 17:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you fancy putting some furniture together or fixing something you’ve been putting off for ages here’s all you need to know
  
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• Consider yourself lucky! 16 people whose day is going MUCH worse than yours

  24-05-2018 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In situations like these, the only option is to laugh it off and hope for a better day tomorrow...
  
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• Why the controversial Hexham BID could soon benefit more businesses in the town centre

  24-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The town's business improvement district scheme was intially welcomed by some, but other refused to pay its compulsory levy
  
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• Rafa Benitez should be given £100 million to spend this summer - even despite the Championship loss

  24-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's no surprise to see the loss made but that shouldn't impact on Rafa Benitez's summer budget
  
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• Kenton School pupil caught cheating in test by copying notes given to him by teacher, tribunal told

  24-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A pupil was found copying work written by a former teacher during an assessment, an employment tribunal heard
  
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• Durham Police to lead Pride Festival parade in a rainbow flag covered car

  24-05-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The force has teamed up with Cooper Durham MINI and will debut the car on Sunday when they lead a parade
  
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• South Causey Inn wins Best in the North East title at National Pub and Bar Awards

  24-05-2018 16:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The National Pub & Bar Awards were held on Wednesday night with three North East venues battling out for the regional title
  
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• North P&I boosts its free reserves to £336m despite rocky shipping market

  24-05-2018 16:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle firm provides liability insurance to shipping companies across the world
  
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• 18 North East firms make list of UK's 1000 most inspiring companies

  24-05-2018 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  END Clothing, Clayton Glass and Lintz Hall Farm are among the region's SMEs to make the London Stock Exchange report
  
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• Who is Juan Sartori and how much is he worth? A look at the potential Sunderland investor

  24-05-2018 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  New Sunderland owner Stewart Donald plans to meet Uruguayan businessman Juan Sartori at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend
  
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• Nicolai Jorgensen remains open to Premier League despite break down in talks over Newcastle move

  24-05-2018 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Feyenoord striker Nicolai Jorgensen is set to star for Denmark in thi summer's World Cup
  
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• Elderly woman taken to hospital after being knocked down on Westgate Road

  24-05-2018 16:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police confirmed the woman was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary but did not suffer life threatening injuries
  
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• How I spent the most awkward hour of my life at Oxford University

  24-05-2018 16:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Journal business editor Graeme Whitfield on not getting into Oxford - and how the North East is still being failed decades on
  
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• This touching letter from Sir Bobby Robson to a fan perfectly shows how he was More than a Manager

  24-05-2018 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In 1998, a fan visiting Barcelona wrote to Sir Bobby asking if he would meet him for a chat - Robson's reply captures his character perfectly
  
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• Flamingo Land has something for everyone... rides, exotic animals, encounters, shows, pools and more!

  24-05-2018 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Popular Yorkshire resort is the perfect place for a summer staycation
  
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• Sunderland were mentally weak last term but Jack Ross is big on mentality and removing fear

  24-05-2018 15:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Ross spoke to The Two Point One about the importance of mentality in football as well as quality and training
  
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• Ever tried to get in (or out) of Newcastle City Centre or South Shields on race day? Here's a solution for you

  24-05-2018 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you’ve been trapped in traffic or faced delays to your journey, Nirvana, the Official Great North Run Travel Partner is here to help!
  
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• B&M selling boxes of retro sweet ice pops with flavours including Drumstick and Refresher

  24-05-2018 15:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you've always been partial to a Refreshers, Drumstick or Fruity Pop, you're in luck with a new range of ice pops
  
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• See woman with dementia perform Blaydon Races from memory in moving video

  24-05-2018 14:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joan Cooper on the piano was the star turn at a Grainger Market roadshow as part of Dementia Awareness Week
  
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• David Attenborough's favourite UK nature spot - here's what you can see on the Farne Islands

  24-05-2018 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland is home to seals, dolphins, whales, puffins and more - and you can see them by taking a boat trip from Seahouses
  
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• Newcastle transport firm Go-Ahead to trial Uber-style service to hail minibuses

  24-05-2018 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Profits rise at the firm despite ongoing problems with rail services
  
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• Unseen photographs of old Jarrow on show in town-centre exhibition

  24-05-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jarrow's rich 20th century history is recalled in a week-long photographic exhibition in the town's shopping centre
  
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• Newcastle hopeful as shortlist for new Channel 4 headquarters is revealed next week

  24-05-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Other cities in the running include Leeds, Cardiff, Manchester and Bristol
  
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