HIGHLIGHTS FROM The Chronicle

• Plumber says pour hot water and soap into your sink in December READ
• Gardening expert shares easy trick to deter rats and mice READ
• Tesco's new Clubcard deal doubles points in December 'win-win' for shoppers READ
• Full list of Halifax and Lloyds banks closing in 2026 - including in North East READ
• Motorists urged to put household item on windscreen to prevent frost in December READ