County Durham news

• Most deprived areas of North East revealed on interactive map

  07-01-2023 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The map shows what percentage of residents in each area are struggling the most as the cost of living crisis hits families
  
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• Sir Keir Starmer vows to cut hospital waiting list backlog with millions more appointments

  05-01-2025 23:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NHS England's elective reform plan, to be published on Monday, is part of a drive to deliver two million extra appointments by the end of next year
  
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• Latest Met Office weather map shows exactly when North East will be hit with heavy rain and snow

  05-01-2025 23:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Those of us in the North East can expect more heavy rain teamed with strong winds on Monday
  
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• Met Office amber weather warning extended for parts of Northumberland and County Durham

  05-01-2025 22:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An amber snow warning remains place for the North East throughout Sunday, but it has now been extended into Monday
  
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• Strictly star Giovanni Pernice feared 'this is the end of my career' during BBC investigation

  05-01-2025 22:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The professional dancer was investigated by the BBC after his Strictly Come Dancing partner Amanda Abbington made a number of complaints
  
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• Melania Trump to star in 'unprecedented' documentary giving 'unique' glimpse into her life

  05-01-2025 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Amazon Prime will exclusively release Brett Ratner's documentary about Melania Trump, which will be available to stream and shown in cinemas later this year
  
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• Elon Musk says Nigel Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to lead Reform UK

  05-01-2025 21:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The tech billionaire's comments appear to be linked to a disagreement over the party's stance on jailed activist Tommy Robinson, which Mr Farage has refused to back down on
  
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• Newcastle Airport thanks passengers following disruption to flights as snowfall covered runways

  05-01-2025 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A number of flights were delayed or cancelled at the airport due to the treacherous conditions brought about by the weather
  
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• Tributes as Drag Race UK and Dancing On Ice star dies aged 32

  05-01-2025 20:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ru Paul's Drag Race UK star The Vivienne has died at the age of 32, a spokesperson for the star has confirmed. The sad news has prompted an outpouring of grief from friends and fans
  
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• Britain's most notorious prisoner Charles Bronson could be freed in months by Parole Board

  05-01-2025 20:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charles Bronson, 72, has spent the majority of his life behind bars - but could now be freed as Parole Board chiefs are reviewing his case for the ninth time
  
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• Ant and Dec admit fatherhood and separate lives have shifted their once inseparable bond

  05-01-2025 20:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have opened up about how their relationship has changed in recent years as they spend more time with their families away from work
  
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• Two unusual lung cancer symptoms you may have in your hands

  05-01-2025 20:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death in the UK, and is usually diagnosed late. However, the condition can sometimes be spotted through two unusual symptoms in the hands
  
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• 23 pictures of sledging and snowball fights as parts of the North East enjoy the wintry weather

  05-01-2025 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Parts of the region remain covered in thick snow as the cold snap continues
  
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• 'I was sick of being the fat friend but a January holiday finally gave me the shove I needed to shed over 5st'

  05-01-2025 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Helen Coyne said she had "always felt like the fat friend and the fattest in any social group"
  
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• Parents of North Shields boy with rare disease 'fighting' to keep him alive

  05-01-2025 17:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Milo Browne has had a tough start to 2025. The 12-year-old has defied all the odds to make it this far, living with an extremely rare degenerative medical condition.
  
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• Drone pictures show River Tyne's famous bridges dusted in snow

  05-01-2025 16:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Weather warnings remain as heavy snow falls on parts of the North East
  
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• The Masked Singer fans 'rumble' Kingfisher as they spot major clue as show opens

  05-01-2025 16:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Masked Singer UK fans are convinced they know who Kingfisher is after hearing just one line seconds into the show with further suspicion mounting online too
  
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• Met Office issues five tips for staying safe in the snow as North East cold snap continues

  05-01-2025 16:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heavy snow is set to continue to fall on parts of County Durham tonight
  
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• Early warning sign of dementia can appear while cooking in the kitchen, experts say

  05-01-2025 15:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  While memory loss is a common symptom of dementia, it can easily be dismissed as a natural part of ageing - here is more advice
  
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• Advice on travelling in snow and ice issued as North East endures freezing weather

  05-01-2025 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has published guidance to help motorists and pedestrians stay safe,
  
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• Flood warnings issued for North Sea coastal areas

  05-01-2025 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  High tides mean areas from Whitley Bay to North Hartlepool could be at risk
  
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• Stunning North East snow pictures show region transformed into winter wonderland

  05-01-2025 14:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Parts of the region remain covered in the whit stuff as cold snap continues
  
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• Rail passengers told 'do not travel' as snow hits services across large areas of country

  05-01-2025 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Several key routes including in Newcastle, Edinburgh, Manchester and York have been affected after the predicted winter weather led to major disruption on roads and rail
  
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• Video as water gushing into County Durham street risks turning road into an 'ice rink'

  05-01-2025 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A dramatic video shows a 20ft jet of water in Quarrington Hill on Saturday night
  
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• Single National Lottery ticket wins £7.5m Lotto jackpot

  05-01-2025 13:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning Lotto numbers were 16, 19, 22, 24, 27, 35 and the bonus number was 28
  
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• Beamish Museum closed as heavy snow causes chaos across region

  05-01-2025 12:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The open-air visitor attraction is unable to open due to concerns over safety
  
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• New Met Office warning for snow and ice in North East amid 'difficult travelling conditions'

  05-01-2025 12:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Weather forecasters say further snow in some North East places, along with icy stretches, could lead to disruption, especailly to travel
  
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• Hour by hour forecast for North East as Met Office warnings in place and region hit by heavy snow

  05-01-2025 12:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heavy snow is forecast for parts of County Durham throughout today, while Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside, Wearside and Tyneside escape the white stuff but will be drenched by heavy rain
  
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• Emergency meter top-ups available for 700,000 householders who will feel the cold this year

  05-01-2025 12:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New Ofgem price cap means that for the typical household that uses electricity and gas and pays by Direct Debit, the maximum limit is £1,738 - a rise of 1.2% from the cap set between October 1 to 31 December 2024 (£1,717)
  
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• Dr Michael Mosley's weight loss tip and why it works

  05-01-2025 12:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Michael Mosley was known for his revolutionary approach to dieting - and one tip he gave out certainly goes against the grain
  
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