Newcastle news

• State Pension claimants on DWP benefit warned of payment rules for going on holiday

  16-05-2025 11:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than a million people across the country receive Pension Credit from the DWP but many may not be aware of the rules regarding holidays abroad
  
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• How Newcastle United can confirm Champions League qualification as dream scenario revealed

  16-05-2025 23:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All the latest Newcastle United news as Eddie Howe gears up for an exciting end to the Premier League season
  
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• Air Ambulance called out after 'pedestrian hit by vehicle' in Sunderland

  16-05-2025 22:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Silksworth in Sunderland saw a huge emergency services response on Friday afternoon after a traffic collision.
  
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• Pregnant teenage drugs courier tried to import £225,000 of cannabis at Newcastle Airport

  16-05-2025 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danialla KanKam-Adu said she thought she was going to be bringing vapes back from Canada but it was a large haul of cannabis
  
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• Disability activists gather to protest 'lethal cuts' to PIP at Grey's Monument

  16-05-2025 21:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Activists joined the crowds to protest against the recently proposed cuts to personal independence payments.
  
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• Four North Tyneside businesses under investigation after selling vapes to undercover teenagers

  16-05-2025 21:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four businesses in North Tyneside are being investigated after selling vapes to under-18s.
  
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• 'Weight lifted' for Tyneside family as girl, 9, told she won't lose access to 'miracle' drug

  16-05-2025 21:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jessica Rich, 9, now knows she can continue to access the "miracle" treatment that has had a remarkable impact on her Batten disease.
  
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• Gardeners urged to take vital action to support robins, blackbirds and more wildlife

  16-05-2025 21:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As summer approaches, a bird food supplier is warning that birds may be at risk of dehydration and has issued a warning to gardeners
  
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• 'Ghost plate' warning as rogue drivers dodge speed cameras with loophole

  16-05-2025 21:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers are being warned about the use of 'ghost plates' - which can make vehicles invisible to speed cameras. Managers have taken action to close the 'ghost plate' loophole
  
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• UK tourists rush to cancel Spain holiday's as serious warning issued

  16-05-2025 20:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Spain holidays are in doubt as anti-tourism protests continue, with British tourists warning they will go elsewhere after the Jet2 boss said the demonstrations could affect their holidays
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning Lottery numbers for Friday, May 16

  16-05-2025 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for May 9, 2025 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Woman's anger after spiders stolen from home - but urges public not to be scared

  16-05-2025 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aimee Mather said a package of tarantulas stolen from outside her home were highly unlikely to pose any risk to others.
  
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• Arsenal vs Newcastle United predictions with bizarre 'in trouble' verdict

  16-05-2025 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There have been some 'interesting' views on Newcastle's chances at Arsenal
  
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• Luxury home regeneration plan approved for historic hall in Newcastle West End

  16-05-2025 19:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pendower Hall will be brought back to life as new, luxury homes after Newcastle City Council approved a revamp of the grade II listed building
  
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• Claim government turned down moving Prudhoe pupils to closer site due to cost

  16-05-2025 19:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tory-led council offered to bring the school back into use as an emergency measure
  
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• 'Gutted' - Fans react as Come Together Festival headlined by Robbie Williams postponed

  16-05-2025 19:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chronicle readers react to news Come Together Festival will no longer take place on Newcastle's Town Moor in June
  
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• Newcastle United stars learn exact requirements to book Champions League ticket

  16-05-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies go into the game with an eye on European qualification but know they can also bag the runners-up spot
  
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• 'Electric' Stadium of Light helped us beat Sheff United in play-offs - Sunderland must have no fear

  16-05-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jody Craddock starred as Sunderland recorded a famous play-off victory over Sheffield United in 1998
  
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• Gateshead councillors appoint new ceremonial Mayor for the upcoming year

  16-05-2025 18:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Long-standing Labour councillor Freda Geddes will head 'the chain gang' on behalf of the local authority and the monarch.
  
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• North Tyneside Tories criticise Labour administration over blocked scrutiny roles

  16-05-2025 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Local Tories have complained that the ruling Labour Group has not installed any opposition councillors to chair scrutiny committees.
  
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• Perrie Edwards seen filming at South Shields home where Little Mix lived before X Factor

  16-05-2025 18:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Shields singer Perrie Edwards has been back on home turf for a new BBC show hosted by Alison Hammond
  
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• Mikel Arteta reveals true feelings with 'remarkable' Newcastle United verdict

  16-05-2025 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Gunners boss has given his verdict on Eddie Howe's side ahead of Sunday's Premier League match
  
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• Newcastle City Council seeks to claw back costs of fatal Benwell explosion

  16-05-2025 18:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Violet Close explosion which killed seven-year-old Archie York and led to more than 140 residents being displaced is said to have cost the city council £3.7 million
  
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• Newcastle restaurant and cocktail bar up for sale weeks after 'devastating' closure

  16-05-2025 18:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two venues are on the market for just £75,000 for the pair
  
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• Newcastle University's Castle Leazes student halls redevelopment approved despite neighbour anger

  16-05-2025 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council has approved plans for a £274 million rebuild of Newcastle University's student accommodation site at Castle Leazes, despite a raft of concerns from neighbours in Spital Tongues
  
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• Unsung Newcastle United hero who rattled Cole Palmer set for Arsenal opportunity

  16-05-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eddie Howe is set to ring the changes this weekend for Newcastle United
  
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• UK Eurovision's Remember Monday identify 'biggest' rival in final after odds shake-up

  16-05-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK's act for Eurovision 2025 have spoken out on who they think their biggest 'rival' is in Saturday's final
  
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• Newcastle Quayside restaurant Hard Rock Cafe closed down owing debts of £2.6m, documents show

  16-05-2025 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The directors invested more than £2m into refurbishing the historic building to create the restaurant, the report shows
  
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• Who are Remember Monday? UK Eurovision 2025 act gear up for final performance

  16-05-2025 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Remember Monday are the United Kingdom's act for the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest with their song What The Hell Just Happened
  
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• Who is JJ from Austria? Eurovision 2025 act made second favourite to win in Basel

  16-05-2025 17:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  JJ is representing Austria at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 and is tipped to do very well with his song Wasted Love
  
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