Newcastle news

• Why was Facebook and Instagram down? Messenger, apps and websites not working

  13-03-2019 23:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Users are reporting problems with both social media networking sites and apps across parts of the UK.
  
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• Newcastle United news and transfers RECAP: Why loan trio were recalled

  13-03-2019 22:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Utd players are back in training and preparing for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth after that impressive comeback vs Everton.
  
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• New home to be built on green belt despite planners being told to refuse application

  13-03-2019 22:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The house has been approved to be built in a settlement to the south of Morpeth
  
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• Four people taken to hospital after crash on the A189 in Northumberland

  13-03-2019 22:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to Woodhorn Roundabout on Wednesday afternoon following the two vehicle collision
  
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• Lotto results: Wednesday's winning numbers National Lottery for £13m jackpot

  13-03-2019 22:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball for Tuesday, March 13 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Hundreds of new homes WILL be coming to Gateshead as two multi-million pound schemes are approved

  13-03-2019 22:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A total of 550 houses will be built in South Ryton after two schemes were approved
  
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• Flats plan for car park at former Durham printworks site rejected by councillors

  13-03-2019 21:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The plans were for 12 apartments at the William Robson House car park in the Claypath area
  
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• Seven former council houses bought under Right to Buy sold on for over £100k profit

  13-03-2019 21:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  More than 80 properties in the county landed the owner a profit of more than £50,000 in real terms since the year 2000, the data shows
  
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• 'Staggering' and 'dangerous' — critics slam £4m plan to overhaul notorious Haddricks Mill junction

  13-03-2019 21:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council has revealed its final designs to transform the Haddricks Mill double roundabout in South Gosforth
  
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• MPs vote to rule out a no-deal Brexit - the next stage is to delay leaving

  13-03-2019 21:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The House of Commons votes against a no-deal Brexit and on Thursday MPs will decide whether to delay the whole thing
  
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• Rail firm fined £2.7m after schoolboy loses legs and fingers in 25,000 volt electric shock

  13-03-2019 21:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  DB Cargo was found guilty of failing to protect people from risk after a 13-year-old boy was set on fire at a rail yard in Gateshead
  
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• Why is Facebook and Instagram down? Messenger, apps and websites not working

  13-03-2019 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Users are reporting problems with both social media networking sites and apps across parts of the UK.
  
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• More than 300 new homes could be built near Blyth as part of huge proposed development

  13-03-2019 19:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Plans have been submitted for around 327 houses and 2,000 square metres of commercial floor on land in Bebside
  
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• £10 million to improve cycle lanes and bus routes in the North East

  13-03-2019 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cash will pay for improvements in County Durham, Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
  
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• 'Absolute joke' - Newcastle fans furious at FIFA 19 Ultimate Team Ayoze Perez decision

  13-03-2019 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Despite scoring two goals and registering an assist Newcastle's Ayoze Perez was snubbed by FIFA 19
  
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• Newcastle Gin & Rum Festival will serve up 120 different spirits this May

  13-03-2019 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you thought Newcastle was at gin saturation point, you're wrong. Here's news of another - yes, another - boozy festival heading to the city
  
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• Sunderland AFC news and transfers LIVE - Jack Ross to preview Walsall clash

  13-03-2019 19:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  All the latest Sunderland AFC news, views and opinions as the Black Cats continue their push for promotion and look ahead to a Wembley cup final
  
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• Could Kazaiah Sterling's fairly pointless introduction be a sign of Sunderland opportunities to come?

  13-03-2019 19:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Until Tuesday night, Kazaiah Sterling had not had a look-in since Will Grigg made his Black Cats debut. Could that be about to change?
  
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• Murder charge dropped against mentally ill teen who stabbed gran to death after warning he would kill

  13-03-2019 19:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ethan Mountain, 19, of South Shields, pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of Joan Hoggett on the grounds of diminished responsibility due to his paranoid schizophrenia
  
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• Newcastle United news and transfers LIVE: Preparations continue for Bournemouth

  13-03-2019 18:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Utd are stepping up preparations ahead of Saturday's trip to Bournemouth as Rafa Benitez seeks two more wins to guarantee survival.
  
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• The Verve legend Richard Ashcroft to headline final night of Wasteland festival in Newcastle

  13-03-2019 18:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Verve's frontman Richard Ashcroft will headline the final night of the Wasteland festival in Newcastle
  
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• How old is Richard Gere? You're going to be surprised

  13-03-2019 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Here are 10 facts you probably won't know about the Hollywood actor who is looking good in his new BBC drama MotherFatherSon
  
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• Hotel plan for 55 Degrees North in Newcastle city centre

  13-03-2019 18:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Proposals emerge for hotel to be wrapped around flats on roundabout at gateway to Newcastle
  
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• What is the Triangle Dance? The lowdown on latest social media craze

  13-03-2019 18:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stars including Take That have done it but what is the triangle dance and how do you do it?
  
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• Man who died in A19 crash near Washington named as family pay tribute

  13-03-2019 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Terence Robinson from Peterlee died as a result of his injuries following a crash on the A19 shortly after midnight on Wednesday
  
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• Facebook and Instagram DOWN across the UK and world as people head to Twitter

  13-03-2019 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Users are reporting problems with both social media networking sites and apps across parts of the UK.
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Tonight's winning numbers National Lottery for £13m jackpot

  13-03-2019 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball for Tuesday, March 13 - live breaking updates below
  
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• The North East schools singled out for help in a £24m Government scheme

  13-03-2019 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government says it is determined to tackle a regional inequality which means 18-year-olds from London are 50% more likely to apply to university than those from the North East
  
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• Chancellor Philip Hammond provides £260m to boost 'borderlands' in North England and Scotland

  13-03-2019 17:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland will work with Scotland to create jobs and economic growth north and south of the border
  
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• Arrest after driver killed in crash

  13-03-2019 17:41 via bbc.co.uk
  John Robinson died in the crash involving a car and a heavy goods vehicle.
  
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• Conservatives poised to pick North of Tyne mayor candidate with just eight weeks left

  13-03-2019 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Conservative Party members will choose between Charlie Hoult and Linda Arkley at a meeting on March 14
  
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• 'Cruel', 'Gutted' - Sunderland fans react to Duncan Watmore's latest injury setback

  13-03-2019 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Duncan Watmore will be out for the remainder of the season having suffered an ankle ligament injury against Wycombe on Saturday
  
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• Newcastle panto star Danny Adams to star in Comic Relief special of hit CBBC show

  13-03-2019 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danny, very well known in Newcastle for his star turns in Theatre Royal pantomimes, is doing his bit for Comic Relief
  
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• Water show helps stimulate children's senses

  13-03-2019 17:07 via bbc.co.uk
  Children from a school took part in a theatre production staged entirely in, and under, water.
  
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• Thomas Sorensen says former Sunderland team-mate Kevin Phillips is the best goalscorer he has seen

  13-03-2019 16:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The pair enjoyed five years playing together at Sunderland during a successful period for the club
  
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• Adam Matthews says Sunderland went to Barnsley looking to win but left satisfied with draw

  13-03-2019 16:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Black Cats went to Oakwell looking for the win to keep automatic promotion in their hands, but were happy with a 0-0, says Adam Matthews
  
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• Doctors forced to reverse closure plans for village surgery deny plans to shut it 'by stealth'

  13-03-2019 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Last year, Skerne Medical Group (SMG) won support to shut its Trimdon Village site but lost out on proposals to close its surgery in Fishburn
  
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• Paul Dummett still gets same buzz on match days as he did as Gallowgate season ticket holder

  13-03-2019 16:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Paul Dummett was brimming with pride after leading Newcastle United in the comeback against Everton
  
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• Paul Dummett talks about Newcastle United changing back to a flat back four

  13-03-2019 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Wales international is back from injury - but will slot into whatever system he is asked by Rafa Benitez
  
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• Newcastle United recall loan trio, including Elias Sorensen, after frustrating spells away

  13-03-2019 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Elias Sorensen, Jamie Sterry and Cal Roberts have barely featured in the second half of the season since leaving Newcastle United on loan
  
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• A Madeleine McCann documentary is coming to Netflix - when is it released?

  13-03-2019 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A documentary all about the disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann is coming to Netflix
  
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• Ghost the Musical pulls on heartstrings at Sunderland Empire but needs a few more memorable songs

  13-03-2019 16:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The stage adaptation of hit movie Ghost is at Sunderland Empire this week and it's a tearjerker
  
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• Plans for 98-home estate on 'green wedge' between Easington Village and Peterlee refused

  13-03-2019 16:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Gleeson Regeneration Ltd aimed to build a new estate on land south of Nursery Gardens, off Thorpe Road, on the southern side of Easington Village
  
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• Sainsbury's, M&S and Waitrose launch unusual Easter Eggs including cheese, avocado, prosecco and MARMITE

  13-03-2019 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  For some people, somewhere, milk chocolate is just not good enough - but there are other options
  
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• Netflix is changing the way it classifies films and TV shows following parents' fears

  13-03-2019 16:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Netflix will work with the British Board of Film Classification to come up with consistent age ratings, so you know what's suitable for your kids
  
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• Sunderland College confident on future of apprenticeship provision despite Brexit and Nissan fears

  13-03-2019 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland College says it is confident about the future of its apprenticeship provision, despite uncertainty over Brexit and the future of Sunderland Washington plant
  
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• Newcastle United fans set for refunds after Toon vs Gateshead Legends game is scrapped

  13-03-2019 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Financial crisis at Gateshead FC results in fund raising game with Newcastle United legend being called off
  
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• How to enter Great North 10K as organisers set the pace for Gateshead's big run this July

  13-03-2019 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's our guide with all the information you'll need to know about the Simplyhealth Great North 10k which will be making a summer return to Gateshead
  
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• NUFC Q&A: Academy changes & the futures of Newcastle United trio - Lee Ryder answers your questions

  13-03-2019 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's the full transcript of our live Newcastle United Q&A
  
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• Barnsley 0-0 Sunderland analysis: Jon McLaughlin ensures Black Cats are not blown off course

  13-03-2019 15:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jon McLaughlin's goalkeeping guaranteed Sunderland a clean sheet and a point, but their promotion destiny is now out of their hands
  
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