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• Threat to veterans' housing lifted following campaign by Newcastle MP

  15-09-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Nick Brown gives a cautious welcome to a Government change of heart over housing benefit
  
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• See road menace drive round estate 'like a rally driver' before becoming airborne at 85mph

  15-09-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Edward Magnus led police on a high-speed chase through a series of villages, taking a roundabout at 85mph and flying through the air
  
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• Northumbria Police get tough on car crime in new ITV documentary series

  15-09-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The three-part series is set to air Tuesday and follows officers on their day to day patrols across the North East
  
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• Bus lane camera installed near Billy Mill roundabout in North Tyneside

  15-09-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A mobile camera has been moved to Lynn Road to stop motorists using the temporary bus lane
  
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• Alan Barnes breaks silence over Katie Cutler's PR bill row - and offers to pay £10 towards it

  15-09-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Katie, who helped raise £330,000 for Alan after he was mugged, has been threatened with bailiffs over an 'unpaid' PR bill
  
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• Alan Barnes breaks silence over Katie Cutler's PR bill row

  15-09-2016 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Katie, who helped raise £330,000 for Alan after he was mugged, has been threatened with bailiffs over an 'unpaid' PR bill
  
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• 'The North is being neglected', says Ofsted boss as he raises concerns about state of education

  15-09-2016 19:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sir Michael Wilshaw told a conference that the Government needs to put an end to the North-South education divide
  
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• Banned Gateshead driver Tyrone Quinn admits killing teenager while high on drink and drugs - ChronicleLive

  15-09-2016 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Banned Gateshead driver Tyrone Quinn admits killing teenager while high on drink and drugs
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  A banned and dangerous driver has admitted causing the death of a teenage passenger while high on drink and drugs. Tyrone Quinn was behind the wheel of a BMW when he lost control and it flipped and ended up on its roof. James Docherty, 17, a ...
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• Banned Gateshead driver Tyrone Quinn admits killing teenager while high on drink and drugs

  15-09-2016 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyrone Quinn pleaded guilty to causing the death of 17-year-old James Docherty after crashing in the Askew Road area of Gateshead in July
  
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• Ben Clark: Gateshead defender retires at age of 33 - BBC News

  15-09-2016 18:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Ben Clark: Gateshead defender retires at age of 33
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  The 33-year-old had played 280 games for the Tynesiders since his move from Hartlepool United in June 2010, and captained the team. Clark, who began his career at Sunderland and played 14 games, went on to make a further 185 appearances in all ...
  
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• Woman punched to the ground and kicked by two men in brutal Kenton attack

  15-09-2016 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 20-year-old woman was approached from behind and punched to the ground where the men kicked her until she escaped
  
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• South Shields dad fighting for life in Singapore put on transplant waiting list as family bid to get him home

  15-09-2016 17:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Almost £13,000 has been raised to help Luke Wilkinson, who could be flown to Newcastle's Freeman Hospital within days
  
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• Two injured after alleged break in by axe-armed burglars at Gateshead house - ChronicleLive

  15-09-2016 17:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Two injured after alleged break in by axe-armed burglars at Gateshead house
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  Two men are alleged to have broken into a Gateshead house armed with an axe. At about 8:15pm on Wednesday, two men allegedly broke into the property in Lime Grove in Ryton . It is claimed the pair then assaulted and injured two men inside the house.
  
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• Two injured after alleged break in by axe-armed burglars at Gateshead house

  15-09-2016 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for information following the alleged aggravated burglary at Gateshead home
  
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• Mark Wahlberg snapped with Transformers: The Last Knight cast in Alnwick

  15-09-2016 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cast and crew of the blockbuster film, which also features Sir Anthony Hopkins, are expected to be in Northumberland until Sunday
  
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• A-list Hollywood stars pose for selfies as Transformers filming arrives in Alnwick

  15-09-2016 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nathan Penfold, 29, posed for a selfie with Sir Anthony Hopkins, who is starring in the new Transformers film
  
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• iPhone 7 Plus and jet black iPhone 7 sold out to pre-order customers

  15-09-2016 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Technology giant said the entire stockpile has been bought during the pre-order period
  
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• Watch our brilliant video of Home Newcastle by the late, great Ronnie Lambert

  15-09-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The classic Geordie anthem was first recorded 35 years ago: Watch our video of classic Tyneside images
  
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• See Kian Musgrove enjoy a basketball game in New York inbetween life-saving treatment

  15-09-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The four-year-old was at Madison Square Garden in New York to watch the game during a rare break from therapy
  
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• Paralympic bronze medallist Stephen Miller targeted by 'thieves' on Rio's Copacabana beach

  15-09-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Miller tweeted a photo - taken before the bag snatch - of the athlete next to a famous statue which has also been the victim of theft
  
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• Inquiry into policing at Battle of Orgreave, which saw four Durham miners prosecuted, may go ahead

  15-09-2016 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East MPs have welcomed reports that Home Secretary Amber Rudd is set to announce an inquiry
  
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• Lorry flips on to its side on A1231 in Washington causing lane closure

  15-09-2016 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are not thought to be any serious injuries to the driver after the crash, which happened at around 1pm
  
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• Disqualified driver admits Gateshead teen death crash - BBC News

  15-09-2016 15:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Disqualified driver admits Gateshead teen death crash
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  A disqualified driver who had no insurance has admitted causing a crash which killed a teenager. Tyrone Quinn, 20, of Felling, admitted causing death by dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and having no insurance at Newcastle Crown Court.
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• Disqualified driver admits Gateshead teen death crash - BBC News - BBC News

  15-09-2016 15:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Disqualified driver admits Gateshead teen death crash - BBC News
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  A disqualified driver who had no insurance admits causing a crash which killed a teenager.
  Banned Gateshead driver Tyrone Quinn admits killing teenager ...ChronicleLiveall 3 news articles »
  
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• What are sea frets and why do they ruin the North East's weather?

  15-09-2016 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many places had a morning in the sun today, but parts of the North East coast sat in a damp bank of fog. Why does this happen? Why?
  
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• 'We have tricks up our sleeves': Rothbury residents prepare to fight for community hospital

  15-09-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rothbury Hospital has been temporarily closed for three months but residents have pledged to fight the move
  
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• Read a love letter to the Great North Run crowd that will make you burst with pride

  15-09-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We all know the Great North Run holds a special place in the hearts of many - but one runner couldn't believe his experience
  
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• 'Open, transparent and safe': What inspectors had to say about Newcastle's Marie Curie Hospice

  15-09-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The CQC report praised staff for going the extra mile to meet people’s wishes and create special memories for relatives
  
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• Former Tynemouth pub landlord facing sexual assault charge dies

  15-09-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Irving, who ran the Cumberland Arms for many years, denied the charge and was due to appear in court on September 22
  
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• Fenham woman's heroic cancer battle inspires husband to raise thousands in tribute

  15-09-2016 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Becca Bolland, from Fenham, was diagnosed with cancer aged 24 but her fight against the disease inspired her husband to raise thousands
  
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• Missing Ashington woman Julie Cordon sparks Northumbria Police search

  15-09-2016 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 53-year-old from North Seaton has been reported missing by her family - she was last seen at 10.30pm on Tuesday, September 13
  
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• Tyne Tunnel rush-hour queues caused by a broken down lorry

  15-09-2016 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of Thursday morning commuters were caught up in long delays heading southbound on the A19/Tyne Tunnel
  
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• Watch the moment Gateshead handyman saves a giant vulture - ChronicleLive

  15-09-2016 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Watch the moment Gateshead handyman saves a giant vulture
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  This is the incredible moment a handyman from Birtley rescued a vulture with a blanket. Leonard Humphrey, 62, was on holiday in Crete when he saw a bird trapped off the coast. He said: “I was on the balcony when I saw a large bird, 200 yards out ...
  
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• Watch the moment Gateshead handyman saves a giant vulture

  15-09-2016 14:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leonard Humphrey was on holiday in Crete when he saw a vulture in distress off the coastline
  
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• Motorists warned of disruption as Newcastle city centre road closes for six weeks

  15-09-2016 13:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It is all part of a plan to turn the street into a 'boulevard' with widened pavements and a two-way bike lane
  
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• Charity provides miles of smiles after donating adapted coach to special needs school

  15-09-2016 13:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Variety the Children's Charity donated a specially adapted coach to Hadrian School in Newcastle
  
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• Ouseburn Farm saved from closure as new backer steps in

  15-09-2016 13:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Newcastle business has stepped in to fund the farm's £100,000 a year deficit after a key backer was forced to walk away
  
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• First drive: 2016 Renault Scenic TCe 130 Signature Nav

  15-09-2016 13:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  SUV style and lots of tech as Renault tries to buck the trend away from traditional MPVs
  
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• Newcastle United vs Wolves: First meeting, biggest win, they played for both - and more

  15-09-2016 12:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As resurgent Newcastle United get set to host Wolves, how have the two clubs fared against each other over the decades?
  
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• Which mobile network has the best reception in Newcastle? We reveal who has the best coverage

  15-09-2016 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A study has revealed the best and worst cities for getting a phone signal, as well as the best operators - so how does Newcastle fare?
  
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• Hinkley Point C nuclear power station finally gets green light

  15-09-2016 09:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Following a comprehensive review of the Hinkley Point C project, and a revised agreement with EDF, the Government has decided to proceed with the first new nuclear power station for a generation
  
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• Revealed: The places parents are most likely to crash on the school run

  15-09-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were 68 collisions on the North East's roads during 2015 while people were on travelling to or from school
  
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• Orgreave public inquiry: Police chief says Government should stick to its pledge

  15-09-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Vera Baird says miners have waited too long for answers
  
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• North East braced for torrential rain and thunderstorms as Met Office issues warning

  15-09-2016 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for the region, with forecasters warning 50mm of rain could fall in a few hours
  
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• The Great British Bake Off is safe with us says Channel 4 boss

  15-09-2016 09:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former BBC executive said Channel 4's intervention had prevented it being gobbled up by a pay-to-view television service.
  
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• Morning news headlines: Rationing already widespread in the NHS for a variety of treatments; BBC stars earning more than £150k to be named under new reforms

  15-09-2016 09:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Morning headlines from Britain and around the world
  
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• Detectives launch investigation under way after alleged rape on Wearside

  15-09-2016 09:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say a 50-year-old woman was driven from Burn Park Road to a secluded car park and allegedly raped by a man driving a dark coloured car
  
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• Detectives launch investigation after alleged rape on Wearside

  15-09-2016 09:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say a 50-year-old woman was driven from Burn Park Road to a secluded car park and allegedly raped by a man driving a dark coloured car
  
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• North East news LIVE: Overturned lorry in Washington; plus latest breaking news and sport

  15-09-2016 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Thursday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• North East news LIVE: Long delays at the Tyne Tunnel; plus latest breaking news and sport

  15-09-2016 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Thursday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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