Newcastle news

• Crash oil tanker to have its cargo of fuel removed

  28-03-2025 22:46 via bbc.com
  
  Barrels of jet fuel are being removed from the Stena Immaculate before it is towed to Newcastle.
  
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• Jarrow thug went to Gateshead police station with loaded crossbow sparking firearms alert

  28-03-2025 21:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Fenwick, of Jarrow, caused firearms officers to have to attend Gateshead Police Station then went on to attack his girlfriend in her sleep
  
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• Tragedy as Ponteland man who died aged 36 'lived for going to nice places'

  28-03-2025 21:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Tulip sadly died at his home in March 2024 after being found unresponsive
  
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• American Newcastle United fan creates stunning mural of Bruno and Joelinton in Texas

  28-03-2025 21:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The mural is on a local auto repair shutter next to two murals of local sports teams
  
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• Resignation demand as Felling care centre put in special measures by inspectors a year after opening

  28-03-2025 21:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Liberal Democrats are up in arms over a worrying inspection from the Care and Quality Commission and say heads need to roll.
  
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• New £4m fire station is 'preferred option' for major Northumberland town

  28-03-2025 20:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council has allocated £400,000 to the project for Berwick this financial year
  
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• People claiming PIP in this age bracket are most at risk from DWP cuts

  28-03-2025 20:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Resolution Foundation has issued a warning to millions of people who may be affected by the cuts to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
  
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• Woman dies on easyJet flight as three passengers desperately try to save her

  28-03-2025 20:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman, believed to be aged 67, suffered a cardiac arrest and died after another easyJet flight from Tenerife was diverted to Santiago–Rosalía de Castro Airport in Spain
  
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• 19th Century Whickham school proposed for demolition for houses

  28-03-2025 20:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A site containing a former Victorian school has been propsoed for redevelopment for housing.n
  
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• Northumberland National Trust site receives share of £5m funding to 'turn tide' for nature

  28-03-2025 20:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wallington has been identified as a nature "super-site", which suggests it has great potential for wildlife recovery
  
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• Northumberland Line set to hit 250,000 passenger journeys by Easter

  28-03-2025 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The leader of the council defended the £300 million project in the face of criticism
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Friday's record £202million jackpot

  28-03-2025 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's EuroMillions and Thunderball draw on Friday, March 28
  
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• Whitley Bay bank closure pushed back again as town awaits banking hub

  28-03-2025 19:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lloyds Bank was originally due to close in November 2024 but a new expected date for its closure has been given for this summer
  
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• Poultry to be culled after bird flu discovered

  28-03-2025 19:54 via bbc.com
  
  A governmental body says cases have been found at two sites.
  
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• Best pubs for Newcastle fans for trophy parade day celebrations

  28-03-2025 19:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A good pub goes a long way, especially on the Carabao Cup celebration day, with Newcastle fans particularly welcome on these premises
  
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• Gosforth High Street redesign update as Newcastle Council unveils new cycle lane plans

  28-03-2025 19:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council has announced plans for new cycle lanes, a widened footpath, and extra sections of bus lane to be created on Gosforth High Street
  
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• Newcastle United star to use energy of 150,000 fans and sets new challenge for last 10 games

  28-03-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies can still polish the season off with a Champions League place and Dan Burn is ready to grasp that opportunity
  
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• Newcastle University strike action ends after 14 days but union says fight will continue

  28-03-2025 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Figures show a £5.7m gap in the University's targets for academic job cuts as the strike draws to a conclusion.
  
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• Free BBC TV licence rules are changing in April - full list who qualifies

  28-03-2025 18:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cost of a BBC TV licence will rise from April, but some people can get a licence for free or at a reduced rate
  
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• Popular Newcastle pub famed for Sunday dinners 'closed until further notice' leaving customers shocked

  28-03-2025 18:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Earl of Pitt Street has left customers in the dark following an abrupt closure message
  
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• Crowne Plaza hotel taken over by Newcastle City Council after owner racked up £39.5m debt

  28-03-2025 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council offiically took control of the Crowne Plaza Hotel near Central Station on Friday afternoon, with it's previous owner placed into administration
  
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• Kind-hearted Durham police officer gets pensioner's shopping free of charge after wallet stolen

  28-03-2025 18:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man, who lives with dementia, thought he had lost his wallet while he was having lunch at Crook Wetherspoons with his carer
  
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• Newcastle fan who held FA Cup 70 years ago hopes to recreate photo with Carabao trophy

  28-03-2025 18:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Elsie Burns, 95, saw Newcastle win the FA Cup in 1955, and the Carabao Cup 70 years later
  
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• Northumberland drugs gang locked up over cocaine and cannabis dealing

  28-03-2025 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Three brothers and five others have been jailed for a series of drug supply offences in the Alnwick area
  
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• Controversial road closures back up for discussion

  28-03-2025 17:59 via bbc.com
  
  Plans mean residents in parts of Gosforth will have to take lengthier and more congested routes.
  
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• Prudhoe High School pupils set for Washington campus lessons from Monday

  28-03-2025 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The school building remains closed over safety concerns after cracks were discovered in the upper floor
  
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• No guarantee over long-term future of free car parking at Northumberland beaches

  28-03-2025 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The leader of the council said charges would not be introduced in the next year but could not be certain after that
  
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• Hotel in Northumberland seaside village faces winding up petition from HMRC

  28-03-2025 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alnmouth's Schooner Hotel has faced a number of issues in recent years
  
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• Alnwick Castle opening kitchens to public for first time as it kicks off 2025 season

  28-03-2025 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A four-year restoration project has begun on the castle's kitchens, with the public able to explore them as they visit the castle throughout the summer
  
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• Finally, someone understands Alexander Isak's Newcastle United transfer stance

  28-03-2025 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NUFC's Swedish striker is again the subject of transfer speculation as we approach the summer window
  
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• See how much your bills will be going up from April using our gadget

  28-03-2025 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A number of bills are set to increase from April
  
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• St James' STACK opening times ahead of Newcastle trophy parade celebrations

  28-03-2025 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The venue sits meters away from St James' Park, and is the centre of celebrations for the Carabao Cup win
  
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• Drivers urged to keep tea bags in cars to avoid £2,500 fine and stop common issue

  28-03-2025 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  During the spring mornings, Brits are still having to deal with the cold weather, with many drivers waiting for their windscreens to demist before they can set off.
  
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• Government confirms date poorest paid will get rise to £12.21 an hour

  28-03-2025 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Low Pay Commission has explained the changes which will come into force 'in days'
  
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• British tourists warned of £1,700 fine over new Spanish beach rule

  28-03-2025 16:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new beach smoking ban will be enforced in L'afàs del Pi, which is located just 13 minutes from Benidorm, and is a popular holiday hotspot for Brits
  
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• Drivers to see potholes 'wiped from roads' as Labour confirms new plans

  28-03-2025 16:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport (DfT) said local authorities' road maintenance pot would be boosted by £500m from mid-April as part of an "historic" funding boost
  
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• CCTV images released as burglars steal and car and bank cards from Northumberland home

  28-03-2025 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The reported burglary happened in Blyth on Tuesday, March 11 at around 4:40am
  
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• Man admits threatening to kill County Durham Labour MP for a second time

  28-03-2025 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Benjamin Clarke last year messaged Bishop Auckland MP Sam Rushworth, saying he wanted to lock him in a building and set fire to it
  
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• These PIP and DWP benefit claimants can get free bus pass in England

  28-03-2025 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claimants might be able to get a free disabled person's bus pass, but it's worth checking with your local council as they set their own criteria
  
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• Map shows UK locations where Asian hornets have been spotted after earliest-ever sighting confirmed

  28-03-2025 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  You can see all the places in the UK where Asian hornet sightings have been confirmed since 2023 using our interactive map
  
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• Newcastle United trophy parade special guests confirmed with Alan Shearer and Ant & Dec involved

  28-03-2025 15:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's special guests have been confirmed
  
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• Amazon's Ring video doorbell range is up to 50% off in the Spring Sale – but not for long

  28-03-2025 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Amazon has dropped big discounts on its Ring video doorbell and security camera range as part of the Spring Deal Days sale, but the offers will end on Monday
  
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• Newcastle United delight fanbase with 'breathtaking' broadcast plans for Carabao Cup parade

  28-03-2025 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Whether you follow Newcastle from at home or afar you will get the chance to take in the scenes as the Carabao Cup goes on show
  
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• The Newcastle Bigg Night Out 15 years ago in 2010 included pop, pubs and partying

  28-03-2025 15:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a trip back in time to April 2010 with 10 scenes of people having fun in Newcastle, including at the city arena where a big star was performing
  
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• When the Newcastle United glory boys of 1969 returned home with the club's last major trophy

  28-03-2025 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Recalling in photographs how Newcastle United paraded the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup 56 years ago
  
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• How to watch Newcastle trophy parade - start time and TV channel

  28-03-2025 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The parade route takes Newcastle United players and the Carabao Cup on a tour of Newcastle, by St James' Park, and leading to the Town Moor
  
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• Man headbutted girlfriend and sank teeth into her head during vicious attack

  28-03-2025 14:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jason Slack, 23, got enraged and forced two of his fingers down the woman's throat as she struggled to breathe
  
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• Gateshead drug dealer jailed after £30,000 in cash, cocaine and cannabis seized

  28-03-2025 14:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wayne Mooney, 39, was taken into custody on three separate occasions, as Northumbria Police officers uncovered further details of his crimes
  
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• Victor Anichebe's cryptic Gateshead takeover post as ex-Sunderland star in 'tell the truth' hint

  28-03-2025 14:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Heed are in talks with a consortium regarding a takeover at the National League side
  
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• Free bus passes for over 60s in England update as petition hits key milestone

  28-03-2025 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Campaigners say it's unfair that people over 60 in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland get the passes - but people in England do not automatically
  
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