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• Police statement in full after man shot dead in Stanley with street cordoned off

  06-04-2025 11:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A police cordon and forensics tent are in place following the 'truly shocking' incident on Elm Street in Stanley
  
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• New 'luxury' spa at Northumberland holiday cottages make hamlet a 'must-visit' destination

  28-04-2025 01:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Family-run Breamish Holiday Cottages hope that their new spa will provide the hamlet of Branton with an economic boost
  
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• Tranquil Northumberland woodland named one of UK's top spots for mental wellbeing break

  28-04-2025 01:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Allen Banks and Staward Gorge is ideal for those seeking solitude
  
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• Gateshead woman carried out 'revenge' arson attack against ex-partner following break-up

  28-04-2025 01:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Amanda Houston, 41, was given a suspended sentence for arson for the attack following the end of their 25-year relationship
  
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• Renowned thief with staggering 315 offences on record given yet another chance to change

  28-04-2025 01:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joanne Igo was already on a suspended sentence and a community order when she helped herself to a £495 handbag from Fenwick
  
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• Inside 'beautiful' four-bedroom maisonette with roof terrace overlooking the heart of Tynemouth

  28-04-2025 01:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Georgian-era property, being marketed by Embleys Estate Agents, contains some 'stunning' period features, and is up for sale at £525,000
  
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• North East entrepreneur launches charitable foundation which 'will create 25 jobs'

  28-04-2025 01:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Malhotra Family Foundation will be based in the former JT Parrish department store on Shields Road in Byker
  
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• Gene Hackman's cause of death confirmed in autopsy two months after he died

  27-04-2025 22:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gene Hackman's cause of death has been revealed, two months after the Hollywood legend was found dead at his home in New Mexico, along with his wife Betsy Arakawa
  
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• I got engaged after getting cancer diagnosis and I'll never forget how charity helped us celebrate

  27-04-2025 21:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Raz Handa, 31, celebrated his engagement to partner Kathryn with a McDonald's at the Maggie's cancer care centre in the grounds of the Freeman Hospital
  
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• Simple BBC Gardeners' World hack to fill bare patches in your garden for just £5

  27-04-2025 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Gardeners' World team have shared a simple hack to fill gaps in your garden with flowers - and you only need £5 to do it
  
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• Thousands of drivers face car tax 'over £7,000' - check if you are hit

  27-04-2025 19:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands of drivers could be hit with a hefty tax bill as a major tax change hits popular double-cab pick-up trucks like the Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max and Toyota Hilux
  
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• HMRC urges parents to 'check out' and claim free £2,000 perk in April

  27-04-2025 19:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tax-Free Childcare is a scheme where you receive a cash top-up from the Government, and if you're eligible, you can get up to £500 every three months for each of your children
  
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• HMRC to bring in new rules for drivers from May 1 with £2,314 blow

  27-04-2025 19:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new VAT road fuel charges are being introduced from May 1, after HMRC published the updated charges on April 16. Here's everything you need to know.
  
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• HMRC warns home workers not to fall for 'quick refund' adverts that could cost them hundreds

  27-04-2025 19:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  HMRC has issued a warning to Brits to be cautious of adverts that offer quick refunds for working from home, as the taxpayer could end up having to pay back the money
  
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• Millions of UK households urged to 'phone energy firm' this week to get cash back

  27-04-2025 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Research from Uswitch has found that that households across the UK are sitting on £3 billion of credit with their energy suppliers - and it could be worth asking for it back
  
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• 'Incredibly sad life' of Newcastle homeless man who owes £18,000 to the courts

  27-04-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Sharkey was back in the dock this week for possessing Spice in the city centre
  
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• Two taken to hospital after Gateshead A1 crash

  27-04-2025 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The crash caused a 40-minute delay and three miles of congestion earlier today
  
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• Gateshead Slimming World consultant pays tribute to late founder as she celebrates success

  27-04-2025 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Amie John, from Gateshead, said it was "a true honour and dream come true" to receive the award
  
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• Hero customer enjoying coffee at Northumberland café saved pensioner's life

  27-04-2025 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Angie Wylam jumped into action when she saw the lady take unwell at the Kitchen in Cramlington
  
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• Drivers leaving UK councils furious by becoming 'invincible' to speed cameras

  27-04-2025 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council chiefs have issued a warning to road users after it was revealed that 'invisible' number plates are being used to avoid detection by speed and bus lane cameras
  
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• Hundreds attend protest against Supreme Court gender ruling in Newcastle city centre

  27-04-2025 16:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Protesters carried placards which read "Geordies for trans rights, trans aren't the danger, and trans women are women"
  
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• 'I used to be a driving test instructor - here are the top reasons people fail'

  27-04-2025 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An ex-driving test examiner has shared the 'most common' reasons people fail their driving test, and some of them are easily avoidable
  
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• Seven reasons DWP could stop your PIP claims and what you need to do

  27-04-2025 15:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Personal Independence Payments can be a lifeline for disabled people, offering up to £750 per month. But there are several reasons why the DWP could stop or reduce your payments
  
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• Photos capture over 300 people in 'uplifting' North East Autism Society's Walk For Acceptance

  27-04-2025 15:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pam Royle from ITV Tyne Tees officially started the Walk For Acceptance as North East Autism Society (NEAS) patron
  
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• Homeowners urged to use one simple item to stop ant 'invasion'

  27-04-2025 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An expert has shared a simple yet effective way to repel ants, as the number of call-outs to pest controllers has surged in some parts of the UK in recent weeks
  
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• Britain's Got Talent's oldest winner picked to perform at VE Day event

  27-04-2025 14:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chelsea Pensioner Colin Thackery, 95, who paid tribute to his County Durham wife in his Britain's Got Talent performance, will lead a nationwide hymn to mark the 80-year anniversary of VE Day
  
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• North East set for temperatures of up to 23c as Met Office give heatwave verdict

  27-04-2025 13:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Met Office forecast for the North East as temperatures predicted to reach as high as 27C in some parts of the UK
  
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• RuPaul's Drag Race star dies aged 44 just days after leg amputation

  27-04-2025 13:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The family of Jiggly Caliente, real name Bianca Castro, have announced that the RuPaul's Drag Race star has died at the age of 44
  
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• Driver accused of mounting pavement near children walking to school in Morpeth

  27-04-2025 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Patrick McGill was allegedly behind the wheel of his van when he drove it dangerously near King Edward VI School
  
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• Full list of HMRC tax codes everyone should know and what to do if yours is wrong

  27-04-2025 12:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  HMRC has issued a reminder to Brits to check their tax code as the new financial year starts - here's everything you need to know about tax codes and what the letters and numbers mean
  
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