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• Chronicle back pages feature in Wor Flags display as Newcastle take on PSV in the Champion's League

  21-01-2026 22:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The display featured a number of Chronicle back pages following previous Champion's League success
  
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• Lotto winning numbers LIVE: Lottery results in full for Wednesday, January 21

  21-01-2026 22:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws
  
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• Northumberland village rotary club makes 'emotional decision' to close after 62 years

  21-01-2026 21:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The club has suffered a decline in membership over the last few years and has struggled to attract new and younger members to join
  
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• Eyewitnesses speak out on Brooklyn's claims of Victoria Beckham's wedding dance

  21-01-2026 21:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The eldest son of David and Victoria Beckham posed claims of "inappropriate" and "controlling" behaviour from his parents
  
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• Northumberland National Park announces new chief executive as Tony Gates set to retire

  21-01-2026 21:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Renwick will take over as Northumberland National Park's Chief Executive in May 2024
  
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• Thief stole mum's beloved bulldog from outside Newcastle pharmacy because he was 'lonely'

  21-01-2026 21:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shaun Flaherty took the pet pooch while owner Felicity Dickinson was collecting medication for her son following treatment for a brain tumour.
  
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• 16 pictures of Newcastle United fans at Stack ahead of Champions League match against PSV Eindhoven

  21-01-2026 20:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Toon fans were in high spirits ahead of Newcastle United's game against PSV Eindhoven. Hundreds of supporters gathered in Stack ahead of the Champion's League match at St James' Park. Some were draped in Newcastle's famous black and white stripes while others were wearing items from the club's new 95 collection. Many were enjoying a few drinks prior to the game, which kicks off at 8pm tonight. Victory for the Magpies will guarantee Eddie Howe's side book their place in the knockout stages of the
  
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• New images reveal £128m vision to transform 'bleak' corner of Newcastle city centre

  21-01-2026 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 500 apartments, a multi-storey car park, converted railway arches, and an urban park are planned at the Forth Goods Yard behind Newcastle's Central Station
  
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• PSV fans chant in the Bigg Market and visit Popworld ahead of Champions League game against Newcastle

  21-01-2026 19:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police escorted the away fans up to St James' Park on Wednesday evening
  
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• Twisted North East fire starter sparked major blaze at stranger's home for no reason

  21-01-2026 19:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Callum Barnes left the victim feeling 'sick' and questioning why he had targeted his home
  
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• Tributes to Olympic athlete and former Newcastle University professor among Chronicle funeral notices

  21-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
  
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• Newcastle man who was in Iran as thousands killed in protests says country 'abandoned'

  21-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Demonstrations which have swept Iran have resulted in at least 4,000 deaths, according to estimates
  
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• Bus company Arriva under fire after Northumberland passengers left 'stranded' due to delays and cancellations

  21-01-2026 18:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Arriva has admitted 'fundamental' changes are needed to tackle the issue
  
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• Walker 'too quiet' after pub dubbed region's 'radgiest' forced to close

  21-01-2026 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Locals have reacted after troubled bar The County was slapped with court order banning it from opening for a month
  
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• Newcastle firm fined £120,000 for sending millions of nuisance marketing text messages

  21-01-2026 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Information Commissioner's Office received more than 46,000 complaints about the Newcastle company
  
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• £17 million fleet of electric buses launched on three of the North East's busiest bus routes

  21-01-2026 17:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new buses can travel 275 miles on a single charge and can be fully recharged in four hours
  
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• UK drivers could see major changes to headlight rules due to dazzling glare

  21-01-2026 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New research reveals most drivers suffer glare from oncoming lights
  
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• Warning for Tyne and Wear Metro passengers ahead of major five-day line closure

  21-01-2026 17:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A busy section of Metro line serving North Tyneside and Newcastle is set to undergo 'essential renewal work'
  
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• Full list of 30 European countries Brits will need to pay a £17 charge to visit

  21-01-2026 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New rules for tourists will be imposed at some popular destinations
  
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• Killer driver admits causing the death of 'beautiful' mum Claire Laybourne in A19 crash

  21-01-2026 16:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryan Scott caused the death of Claire Laybourne by dangerous driving and has been warned he faces a lengthy prison sentence
  
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• Ryanair offers £15 flights from Newcastle in 'Big Idiot' sale amid Elon Musk row

  21-01-2026 16:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The owner of social media site X (formerly Twitter) and CEO of Tesla has started a bitter feud with Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary
  
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• Northumbria Police looking to trace wanted Tyneside man who failed to appear at court

  21-01-2026 16:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Docherty has links to Wallsend and the Byker area of Newcastle
  
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• Donald Trump's latest Greenland rant as President slams 'ungrateful' Denmark

  21-01-2026 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The US President claimed Europe would 'all be speaking German' without America's WWII efforts and threatened Denmark over Greenland during his speech at the World Economic Forum
  
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• ITV Vera star shares big news as he lands unexpected role away from acting

  21-01-2026 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Riley Jones, who played Mark Edwards in ITV's Vera, has been inundated with support from fans
  
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• Durham Restaurant Week returns at end of January - visitcountydurham.org

  21-01-2026 15:14 via news.google.com
  Durham Restaurant Week returns at end of January  visitcountydurham.org
  
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• Tragedy as man found dead in Gateshead woodland

  21-01-2026 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to the Old Durham Road area of Gateshead however a man in his 50s was confirmed deceased upon their arrival
  
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• Two Newcastle 'hidden gems' named among the most picturesque spots in the UK

  21-01-2026 14:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jesmond Dene and the Victoria Tunnel have been named among the top 50 hidden gems in the UK
  
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• Ex-Northumbria Police officer to face misconduct hearing after being jailed for controlling behaviour

  21-01-2026 14:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joshua Davison, 29, was jailed for 16 months for controlling behaviour
  
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• Sunderland to mark Holocaust Memorial Day on anniversary of Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation

  21-01-2026 13:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event, at Sunderland Minster, will remember the victims of genocides worldwide on Tuesday, January 27
  
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• County Durham town welcomes new artist in residence for cultural youth project - Yahoo News UK

  21-01-2026 13:00 via news.google.com
  County Durham town welcomes new artist in residence for cultural youth project  Yahoo News UK
  
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• Five appear at court charged with murder of Daniel Ambler at North East petrol station

  21-01-2026 12:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four teenagers and an adult have appeared at Teesside Crown Court charged with the murder of 23-year-old Daniel Ambler
  
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• New pothole machine sees 3,000sqm of Gateshead roads patched up in three months

  21-01-2026 12:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The arrival of the Pothole Pro has been hailed a success thus far with 3,000sqm of roads improved
  
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• Next snaps up luxury footwear brand but fate of some stores uncertain

  21-01-2026 12:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The brand specialises in men's and women's footwear, along with bags and accessories
  
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• Endometriosis and adenomyosis paid leave update as 8-day deadline looms

  21-01-2026 12:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The campaign calls for a law change allowing women with the condition three days off a month
  
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• Exact date 430 miles of snow forecast to cover England this January including North East

  21-01-2026 12:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office and the BBC both predict that more snow could be on the way before the month ends as temperatures turn colder
  
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• NHS waiting lists fall in North East to lowest level in almost three years

  21-01-2026 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One Tyneside NHS trust has slashed its waiting list by more than 20,000 - see how your local hospital trust compares
  
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• UK fashion retailer collapses as thousands waiting for orders won't get refunds

  21-01-2026 12:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  UK-based Huh. Ltd was placed into administration in November and administrators have confirmed almost 5,000 customers are unlikely to receive their orders or refunds after the company collapsed with debts of £575,000
  
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• Martin Lewis warns households with more than £20,000 in savings

  21-01-2026 12:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The money saving expert said savers face being taxed on the interest they make if they don't manage their money better
  
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• Full list of 13 common prescriptions that could see you banned from driving

  21-01-2026 11:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers are urged to check DVLA guidance as 14 common prescription medicines including painkillers and antidepressants may affect driving ability due to drowsiness and slower reaction times
  
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• Several County Durham vets told not to accept stray dogs amid council policy change - thenorthernecho.co.uk

  21-01-2026 11:46 via news.google.com
  Several County Durham vets told not to accept stray dogs amid council policy change  thenorthernecho.co.uk
  
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• Victoria and David Beckham break silence after Brooklyn statement on family rift

  21-01-2026 11:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One of the world's most prolific celebrity couples are facing intense scrutiny following a post from eldest son Brooklyn
  
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• Easy-to-use washing machine setting could help clothes dry 'faster' in cold weather

  21-01-2026 11:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Organising expert Nicola Lewis shared a simple washing machine trick
  
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• Woman found mystery iPhones in her car planted by her stalker ex-boyfriend

  21-01-2026 11:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Graham Boyd, of Ashington, left the woman living in fear after tracking her, photographing her and turning up unexpectedly
  
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• How to appeal HMRC fines with thousands overturning automatic penalties

  21-01-2026 10:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's how you can appeal against taxman fines issued by the HMRC for late filing or late payment
  
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• Warning to anyone with an e-scooter with 'thousands openly breaking the law'

  21-01-2026 10:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Government figures show many e-scooters are sold 'unlawfully or without guidance'
  
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• 'I ditched UK for Australia but desperately want to return due to three problems'

  21-01-2026 10:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Luke Tweddle, 25, from Surrey has lived in Australia for three years and shared his honest review of the country, explaining the three reasons he's returning to the UK
  
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• Major DWP announcement to affect 250,000 people suffering from health conditions

  21-01-2026 10:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The expansion of a DWP scheme will see thousands with health conditions receive assistance to remain in or return to employment
  
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• HMRC confirms Child Benefit payment rates in 2026 - full list

  21-01-2026 10:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  HMRC has confirmed the annual uprating for Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance, with payments increasing by 3.8% from April 2026
  
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• BBC TV licence detection vans 'out across UK' - what happens if you get caught

  21-01-2026 10:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV Licensing detection vans continue to operate across the UK, with 28,542 people prosecuted for not having a licence in the year ending June 2024
  
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• Newcastle Airport seals £364m finance deal to help major growth plans take off

  21-01-2026 10:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The deal comes a month after part of the ownership of the airport was sold to a Spanish firm
  
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