County Durham news

• 'You were the best dad' - Partner's heartbreaking tribute to motorcyclist who died in County Durham crash

  25-09-2024 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrew Robson was "the best thing that ever happened" to his parter Danielle, she said in a moving tribute following his death in a road traffic collision this week.
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing's Katya Jones 'convinced' of Wynne Evans exit after BBC results drama

  12-11-2024 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing pro Katya Jones has spoken out about her and Wynne Evans nearly losing their place in the BBC contest
  
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• Durham teenager Lily Nichol 'blue-lighted' to new hospital after horror paraglider crash in Turkey

  12-11-2024 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lily Nichol was landed on by a paraglider last week at a Turkish beach resort
  
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• Gateshead Council to bid for energy efficiency cash for hundreds of homes

  12-11-2024 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bids will take place for funds to help with energy efficiencies, carbon emissions and energy bills
  
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• Walker couple win eight total medals at Lithuanian Powerlifting Championships

  12-11-2024 18:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joe McCartney, 27, and Jolanta Jonaityte, 38, both delivered standout performances at the competition
  
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• Graeme Souness says charity work shows 'real me' as he's awarded CBE for football and fundraising

  12-11-2024 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Newcastle United manager was awarded a CBE at Windsor Castle on Tuesday for his services to football and charity
  
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• Whitley Bay Metro station revamp enters a new phase as restored canopy revealed

  12-11-2024 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The wider restoration project, part of the Metro Asset Renewal Programme, is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2025
  
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• Vera's Kenny Doughty has return to ITV drama 'ruled out' as huge career move announced

  12-11-2024 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera star Kenny Doughty has caused a stir with news of his new TV role as fans hoped he'd go back to mark the end of the ITV drama
  
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• Vera's Kenny Doughty has ITV return 'ruled out' as huge career move announced

  12-11-2024 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vera star Kenny Doughty has caused a stir with news of his new TV role as fans hoped he'd go back to mark the end of the ITV drama
  
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• Closed Newcastle restaurant Dadyal could be demolished in eight-storey hotel plans

  12-11-2024 17:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Proposals have emerged to tear down the former Dadyal restaurant in Howard Street, which has been closed since 2022
  
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• Two Newcastle men involved in drug trafficking operation jailed alongside accomplice for 47 years

  12-11-2024 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robert English from Throckley was jailed for 18 years and eight months, whilst Mark McKeswick from Newcastle was jailed for 13 years and three months
  
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• North East business activity growing at fastest rate in three years, survey suggests

  12-11-2024 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest NatWest Growth Tracker found that companies in the region were seeing strong order books and an easing of cost pressures, with the region now reporting eight consecutive months of growth.
  
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• Newcastle Labour Club on the move after decades in city centre base

  12-11-2024 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Club's new base will also have a new function room which will also be available to hire for wedding receptions and other events
  
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• Why the Tyne Bridge and seven other North East landmarks will be lit up purple tonight

  12-11-2024 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tyne Bridge, Penshaw Monument and Durham Cathedral are among the landmarks showing their support of Purple Tuesday
  
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• Closure order made on Horden home following persistent anti-social behaviour

  12-11-2024 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rubbish and dog faeces found in the back yard and within the property resulted in noxious smells, flies and reports of rats
  
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• Match of the Day's Gary Lineker sparks replacement 'battle' as two stars in frame for BBC job

  12-11-2024 16:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gary Lineker is set to leave Match of the Day at the end of the season with two BBC stars put in the frame to replace him
  
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• Octopus Energy's new tariff offers £0 electricity bills for five years

  12-11-2024 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Octopus Energy customers who take up the offer will get free electricity for five years.
  
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• Hotel Chocolat to open Newcastle city centre cafe for chocoholics

  12-11-2024 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Velvetiser Cafe will be the luxury cocoa-powered company's second Newcastle store - and it opens just ahead of rivals' Knoops store
  
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• Northumbria Police appeal to find two missing Washington teens last seen four days ago

  12-11-2024 16:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Maisie Proctor, 14, and Demi Dunne, 13, were last seen at around 1pm on Friday, and are known to frequent Sunderland
  
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• Man charged with attempted murder after woman stabbed in Walkergate

  12-11-2024 16:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Downey is accused of leaving the female with serious injuries to her jugular after the suspected attack saw her sustain wounds to her neck, face and chest
  
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• Strictly's Shayne Ward 'apologises' to fans on Instagram as result row rumbles on

  12-11-2024 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing's Shayne Ward has broken his silence on his exit from the BBC show with an Instagram statement
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing's Shayne Ward 'apologises' to fans as BBC result row rumbles on

  12-11-2024 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing's Shayne Ward has broken his silence on his exit from the BBC show with an Instagram statement
  
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• BBC Strictly's Shayne Ward 'apologises' to fans on Instagram as result row rumbles on

  12-11-2024 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing's Shayne Ward has broken his silence on his exit from the BBC show with an Instagram statement
  
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• Currys PC World's Black Friday sale has massive discounts on TVs and laptops

  12-11-2024 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Currys PC World has launched its early Black Friday deals, with huge savings on TVs, laptops, gaming consoles, mobile phones and kitchen appliances
  
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• Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over John Smyth abuse scandal

  12-11-2024 15:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In a statement, the Archbishop said 'I must take personal and institutional responsibility for the long and retraumatising period between 2013 and 2024'
  
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• Signs of three cancers can appear in your face and shouldn't be ignored, health experts say

  12-11-2024 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The NHS says it's important to be aware of any new or worrying symptoms you may have as finding cancer early can help treatment
  
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• Match of the Day's Gary Lineker replacement 'battle' as two stars put in frame for BBC job

  12-11-2024 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gary Lineker is set to leave Match of the Day at the end of the season with two BBC stars put in the frame to replace him
  
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• Gary Lineker's Match of the Day job 'battle' as two stars put in frame to replace BBC host

  12-11-2024 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gary Lineker is set to leave Match of the Day at the end of the season with two BBC stars put in the frame to replace him
  
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• Tributes to alleged Elswick murder victim described as an 'absolute angel' who 'would never harm a fly'

  12-11-2024 14:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A murder investigation has been launched after a man died following a suspected assault in Elswick on Monday night
  
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• Hopes for more cash to help 'suffering' Newcastle high streets as £3m regeneration nears end date

  12-11-2024 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A £3 million programme targeting six shopping areas on Tyneside is due to run out of funding after March 2025
  
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