9th June means one thing, in the Geordie calendar, the famous Blaydon Races! Now in its 160 year, the Blaydon Race is a sell out, with over 4,700 people taking part. Runners will begin on the Newcastle Gateshead Quayside just under the Tyne Bridge, then along the river, to Newcastle Read more…
Earlier today, Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Service were called to a building fire in Blaydon. A spokesperson for the fire service said at 4.17pm: “We have five appliances in attendance at a fire at a disused building on Chainbridge Road in Blaydon. Our aerial ladder platform is also Read more…
Gateshead Council say: ‘Due to flooding we’ve had to close a section of Chainbridge Road in Blaydon. The westbound carriageway has been closed and will reopen as soon as possible. Apologies for any inconvenience.’ Listen Live to Radio Gateshead 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by clicking here. Read more…