Chronicle Live
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:39:07 +0000A189 closed LIVE: Road shut after crash near Moor Farm Roundabout
The road is closed between the A190 for Seghill and the Moor Farm Roundabout
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:32:09 +0000Average UK fuel price drops following weeks of increases across the world
The price decrease will be welcomed by struggling households across the UK
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:30:00 +0000Six groups of people who automatically qualify for Blue Badge permit as driver or passenger
A Blue Badge allows people with disabilities or health conditions to park closer to their destination, use disabled bays and even park on double yellow lines
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:30:00 +0000Little-known toenail change that could be potentially deadly cancer
Pharmacist identifies eight toenail warning signs that may indicate serious health conditions from cancer to diabetes
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:16:00 +0000Dog law 'extended to roads and paths' and fine is now unlimited
A major change means owners need to be on top of the new rules
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:59:00 +0000Inside the luxury listed townhouse in former Northumberland prison
The Grade II listed property formerly Berwick’s Courthouse and Prison has been renovated to an exceptional standard
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:47:00 +0000North East road rage drivers who attacked and even drove at their victims
These seven offenders, who acted in a dangerous and aggressive manner behind the wheel, have been dealt with in court
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:42:00 +0000Newcastle OAP accused of strangling wife of 40 years three times in fortnight
Grandfather Brian Gough is accused of putting his hands around the neck of the victim at the house they shared in Newcastle
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:31:00 +000025 North East UFO sightings from strange object in Newcastle sky to 'triangle-shaped craft'
With former US President Barack Obama recently discussing the possibility of extra-terrestrial life, take a look back at sightings in our region
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000'High fuel prices have caused me a pay cut'
'Labour used to represent the working class but seemingly now serves workshy'
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:15:00 +0000Newcastle in the Roaring '20s: A snapshot of city life 100 years ago in 10 photographs
From a new Tyne Bridge to a league title at St James’ Park - 10 photos of 1920s Newcastle
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:10:00 +0000Newcastle pub demolition and famous music store's transformation among latest planning applications
Newcastle City Council is considering plans including a demolition of The Balloon pub, refurbishing toilets at Central Station, and breathing new life into historic music shop JG Windows
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:05:00 +0000Postcode Lottery results with lucky streets in Newcastle, Gateshead and Northumberland
Residents of these North East areas who play the national game have won a £1,000 prize
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:02:00 +0000Police continue to hunt killer four years after disappearance of North East teen Kieran Williams
Kieran Williams was killed in 2022 - he disappeared on April 18 that year.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:54:49 +0000Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter marks 130th anniversary with huge fundraising campaign
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter was founded in 1896 and rehomed more than 400 animals last year
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:37:41 +0000Police search for wanted South Shields man over alleged restraining order breach
Mark Smith is wanted by police.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:24:34 +0000In Pictures: McDonald's forced to close their Byker drive thru after a car knocks down lamppost
A Renault car had crashed into the lamppost near the drive thru in Newcastle
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:28:47 +0000'Dangerous predator' rapist dragged jogger to ground in terrifying attack next to River Tyne
Mark Rickman, jailed for life in 2005 for following and raping a woman, is back behind bars for an attack which had 'disturbing parallels'
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:00:30 +0000EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning Lottery numbers for Friday, April 17
The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's EuroMillions and Thunderball draws
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:18:37 +0000Schoolgirl who lured boy to North East park in murder bid sentenced
A teenager girl and two teenage boys have been locked up over an attack on a fourth teenager, 15, who was "lured" to a Sunderland park.
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:23:58 +0000Teenager arrested after huge police presence on Newcastle street
Northumbria Police officers descended on Wyndfall Way on Thursday morning, with several vehicles in the area and officers seen entering a property
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:21:17 +0000North East mayor joins Rachel Reeves in Washington DC for investment push
Kim McGuinness is alongside Chancellor Rachel Reeves at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) spring meetings in Washington DC, hoping to secure investment in North East industry
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:52:50 +0000Photos show huge car rally setting off from Newcastle hotel in aid of Sunshine Fund
The 2026 Jack Rabbit Rally is raising money for the North East charity, and it started at The Grand Hotel in Gosforth today
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:38:11 +0000Derelict land next to Newcastle Metro station set for major £12m care home development
The Enhanced Care Group wants to build a four-storey care home on a vacant plot of land in Benfield Road, next to Walkergate Metro station
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:49 +0000Loved ones of tragic Newcastle actor who starred in Hollywood film 'tried so hard' to save him
The 55-year-old, from Elswick, who starred in film with Sadie Frost has died at the age of 55