Newcastle news

• Met Office issues North East weather warning for thunderstorms

  31-07-2020 22:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After a day of scorching temperatures, storms will begin to hit on Friday night
  
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• Protect our passionate people and places - don’t gather in crowds on our beaches

  31-07-2020 21:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the region basked in sunshine thousands of people headed for the coast but if we keep it up we could end up with out own local lockdown and no one wants that
  
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• How NUFC's 'business as usual' approach will come into play

  31-07-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The takeover is off but Newcastle United and Steve Bruce still have a job to do this summer
  
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• Ashley remains open to Saudi consortium: NUFC evening update

  31-07-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All of the latest Newcastle United takeover headlines including updates on Mike Ashley, the NUST, Chi Onwurah and more
  
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• Thousands flock to North East beaches despite warnings about big Covid-19 spike

  31-07-2020 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On the same day the Prime Minister confirmed coronavirus cases are rising, people hoping to soak up the sun packed out beauty spots
  
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• NUST outline five reasons why takeover should have been approved

  31-07-2020 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The NUST outlined the reasons why the takeover of Newcastle United should have been approved in a letter to Richard Masters
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for Friday July 31

  31-07-2020 20:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Friday July 31 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Army would need to help police fight summer of 'serious disorder', Gov warned

  31-07-2020 19:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A report entitled 'Public Disorder and Public Health: Contemporary Threats and Risks' has been published
  
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• Coronavirus: Tyne and Wear Metro 'needs £500k a week'

  31-07-2020 19:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  At the height of the lockdown the service lost 95% of its passengers.
  
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• Boulevard in Newcastle 'devastated' to cancel this Saturday's planned reopening

  31-07-2020 19:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cabaret and dance club had promised a show 'like no other' for its opening weekend but here's why the plans are off
  
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• Woman assaulted before two men rummaged through her pockets in brutal attack

  31-07-2020 19:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 23-year-old woman was left with minor injuries after reportedly being assaulted and searched by two men
  
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• Whitley Bay ice rink furious after Boris Johnson's 11th hour U-turn

  31-07-2020 19:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government has announced the widest crackdown on Covid-19 in months following a resurgence of cases in the wake of lockdown easing
  
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• NUST demand answers on 'scandal' of takeover collapse

  31-07-2020 19:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United Supporters' Trust has also published a reply received from Premier League chief executive Richard Masters.
  
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• Plans for multi-million pound Newcastle sports hub approved

  31-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A transformation of the Blakelaw recreation ground into a state-of-the-art ‘Parklife’ hub is finally set to go ahead after getting the thumbs-up from city planners
  
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• Hotel could be built as part of £260m development but residents are not happy

  31-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plans for a new 12,500 seat arena, conference centre and 300-bed hotel complex on the banks of the River Tyne were lodged with the council
  
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• Upgrade works to start for temporary cycle route on North Tyneside's coast

  31-07-2020 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council says these measures are needed to keep people safe during the coronavirus crisis
  
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• Beach boxes and outdoor cinemas to help save Newcastle's post-Covid summer

  31-07-2020 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We looked at how venues in Newcastle are finding new ways to serve customers outside and create a successful summer while staying safe
  
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• Organisers reveal if 'behind closed doors' TV BAFTAs will air live

  31-07-2020 18:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The BAFTA TV Awards will take place on Friday night, with the 'behind closed doors' ceremony being broadcast on BBC1
  
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• Newcastle MP demands answers from Premier League over failed takeover bid

  31-07-2020 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chi Onwurah, MP for Newcastle Central has written to the Premier League's Richard Masters
  
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• Gateshead Council leader speaks out on flyover U-turn

  31-07-2020 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The flyover will reopen to north bound traffic next week
  
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• BAFTA TV award nominations in FULL ahead of virtual ceremony

  31-07-2020 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Friday night will see a very different BAFTA TV awards take place, with the ceremony broadcast virtually
  
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• Hays Travel boss hits out at Spanish holiday quarantine rules

  31-07-2020 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Hays said the moves are too blunt and have dented confidence among people wanting to book holidays
  
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• Sam Fender sells out Newcastle within minutes of announcing second show

  31-07-2020 17:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hypersonic Missiles star is the opening act at Virgin Money Unity Arena where his 'only gig of the year' turned into two - and fans still want more
  
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• MP ‘disturbed’ by Newcastle supporter indifference to Saudi human rights record

  31-07-2020 17:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A member of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport committee said he was disturbed by the lack of concern among Newcastle fans regarding Saudi Arabia's appalling human rights record
  
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• Young girl treated in hospital after being knocked from horse during car chase

  31-07-2020 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 22-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident in South Hetton on Thursday
  
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• The changes passengers will see on DFDS Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry

  31-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ferry service, which operates from the International Passenger Terminal in North Shields, has resumed with a number of changes to make crossings safe for passengers and crew members
  
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• Steve Bruce will be 'glad' the Saudi takeover has collapsed

  31-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Newcastle United boss Sam Allardyce believes the current head coach Steve Bruce will have been
  
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• Hope for bailout deal to avoid £500,000-a-week Metro losses

  31-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tyne and Wear rail service has been given more than £16 million by the government so far to help it survive a massive drop in passenger numbers during the Covid-19 pandemic
  
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• Football finance expert's verdict on NUFC takeover collapse

  31-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United takeover collapsed as Staveley's PCP Capital Partners, the Reuben Brothers and the Saudi Public Investment Fund pulled out of a deal
  
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• Experts predict how costly playing behind closed doors could be for Sunderland

  31-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's League One campaign is due to start on September 12, but supporters are not expected to return until October
  
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• Couple say 'I do' in drive-thru wedding at Rockliffe Hall

  31-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nicky Wynne-Williams, 53, and Shaz Russell, 55, tied the knot during a drive-thru wedding at Rockcliffe Hall in County Durham
  
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• A1 grinds to a halt as drivers make getaway in sweltering heat

  31-07-2020 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There was congestion on the northbound A1, between Morpeth and Alnwick, on Friday afternoon and drivers were forced to wait until the traffic cleared
  
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• Charlotte Crosby stuns millions of fans with 'unrecognisable' picture

  31-07-2020 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlotte Crosby looked very different in a picture she uploaded to her Instagram page off her on holiday in Ibiza
  
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• Health experts' tick warning after first case of rare infection recorded in UK

  31-07-2020 16:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We're well into tick season and Public Health England has said there's a new reason to be wary of the bloodsucking parasites
  
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• New Carnival House opens in Sunderland and it looks amazing

  31-07-2020 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The show goes on as carnival company gets set to launch its new arts centre base in Sunderland
  
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• Spanish City restaurant 1910 celebrates reopening with a new menu

  31-07-2020 15:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fine-dining restaurant in Whitley Bay landmark is offering diners a special treat
  
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• Four homes in Durham handed £4,000 fine for failing to clear garden rubbish

  31-07-2020 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Large amounts of general and household waste were left to accumulate at three properties located in Horden, Shildon and Langley Park last year, while at a house in Murton, large quantities of dog faeces were left for weeks.
  
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• Denise Welch tells people not to 'go into mass panic' over coronavirus

  31-07-2020 15:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie actress Denise attempted to quell people's concerns over a second wave of coronavirus in a Twitter video
  
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• Illegal fishing nets uncovered in River Wear

  31-07-2020 15:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The nets, measuring 10m long, were capable of capturing a "significant" number of fish.
  
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• Man arrested after 46-year-old stabbed in a disturbance at a Sunderland home

  31-07-2020 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers have since arrested a 35-year-old man on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent following the incident in Kenya Road, Downhill, Sunderland
  
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• ADVERTORIAL: There are a number of exciting opportunities available at CNTW

  31-07-2020 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust is hiring for roles in forensic mental health and forensic learning disability nursing
  
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• Meat:Stack adds kids' deals and a 'ridiculous' breakfast sandwich to menu

  31-07-2020 15:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kids meals will cost just £3 under Eat Out to Help Out, while the August discount scheme could be the perfect time to try its fried chicken CROISSANT
  
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• Passionate People, Passionate Places: the 10 best North East companies

  31-07-2020 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In the latest of our series for the Passionate People, Passionate Places campaign, we look at North East companies that have gone on to make a national and international impact
  
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• New signing Aiden O'Brien speaks about his move to Sunderland and quest to score goals

  31-07-2020 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland made Aiden O'Brien their first summer addition when the Republic of Ireland international moved to Wearside this week
  
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• Newcastle takeover: Mike Ashley still '100% committed' to Saudi deal - Lee Charnley

  31-07-2020 15:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley remains "100% committed" to the Saudi Arabian-backed takeover, says Lee Charnley.
  
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• Boris Johnson 'squeezing brake' on ending lockdown as Covid cases rise

  31-07-2020 15:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boris Johnson explained why the new lockdown in Greater Manchester and the north west was needed
  
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• What happens next at Newcastle United?

  31-07-2020 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's takeover saga takes a fresh twist as Saudi bid is withdrawn, but there is still talk of it being resurrected
  
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• Ex-PL owner delivers scathing Amanda Staveley verdict

  31-07-2020 14:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United takeover collapse as Staveley's PCP Capital Partners, the Reuben Brothers and the Saudi Public Investment Fund pulled out of a deal
  
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• Meet the boy, 7, so allergic to food he's had to be tube fed since he was a baby

  31-07-2020 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ezekiel has been fed through a tube since he was a few months old and now he's leading a national campaign
  
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• Dancing on Ice 'thrown into disarray' by Boris Johnson announcement

  31-07-2020 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dancing on Ice is set to return to screens early next year but a spanner has been thrown in the works by the Prime Minister
  
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