HIGHLIGHTS FROM The Chronicle

  • Plans approved for 108 new homes in Northumberland seaside village loved by tourists
  • Drunk Newcastle fan fell down St James' Park stairs and was aggressive with staff at Derby match
  • Tyneside man subjected partner to seven-year campaign of controlling behaviour
  • 'New chapter' as North East to receive £15.3m for research to bring 'better, fairer' healthcare
  • DWP announces barriers to work for disabled people removed with new legislation