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• Little Frankie Sherwood is guest of honour at St James' Park as he fights cancer

  25-11-2016 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Frankie is too young to be mascot so he is handing over the ball to the referee before the Newcastle vs Blackburn Rovers game
  
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• Brave cancer battler spreads joy at Christmas light switch on

  25-11-2016 21:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bradley Lowery was given some Christmas cheer as he was chosen to flick the switch on Peterlee's Christmas lights
  
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• Two flown to hospital after crash on A66 near Barnard Castle

  25-11-2016 21:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two air ambulances were called to the crash involving a car, lorry and van on the A66 near Barnard Castle on Friday and took two people to hospital
  
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• The view from Morpeth's high street on Philip Hammond's first and last autumn statement

  25-11-2016 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kate Thick talks to Richard Rutherford about what the Chancellor did do, didn't do and didn't even mention
  
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• That's magic! Durham busker thanks teen who fished his trick out of the river

  25-11-2016 19:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jonathan Lambert used a magnetic fishing rod after hearing about the plight of an elderly busker targeted by yobs
  
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• Sunderland dad to face trial next year over baby's dog attack death

  25-11-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryan Young from Sunderland will stand trial accused of child neglect and being in charge of a dangerous dog following his three-week-old son's death
  
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• 'She was beautiful inside and out' - tributes to teacher who inspired £23,000 fundraiser

  25-11-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Friends and family of Bev Connolly, 47, who died in January, launched a massive fundraising effort and more than doubled their target
  
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• North East child cancer death rates fall 28% during the past 10 years

  25-11-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The figures are released as nominations open for awards recognising bravery of child cancer patients in the region
  
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• Mannequin challenge taken to new depths as rescue service deliver chilling safety message

  25-11-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service has joined the mannequin challenge social media phenomenon
  
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• Incredible: Oil worker offers to donate £10K from sale of house to help save Kian Musgrove's life

  25-11-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tony Seccombe is selling his £499,000 and will give £10,000 to Newcastle's Kian Musgrove for cancer treatment in America
  
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• Easington Colliery disaster remembered with illuminated memorial walkway, 65 years on

  25-11-2016 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Memorial Avenue was illuminated to remember the 83 men killed in the 1951 pit disaster
  
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• Appeal to find missing Blyth teen Jessie Hall a month on from his disappearance

  25-11-2016 17:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jessie Hall has been reported as missing since Tuesday, October 18, when he left his new address in Brighton Grove, Fenham
  
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• Multi-million extension to Silverlink shopping park to provide boost to North Tyneside economy

  25-11-2016 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event also provided the chance to celebrate the success of the Get into Retail initiative, a careers training programme for local young people
  
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• Man vs Metro: watch a 400m runner try to beat a train - will he make it?

  25-11-2016 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Most of us have experience running to catch a train before, but fitness instructor Lea Stephenson has taken it to the next level
  
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• Hundreds of rowers set to take to the Tyne for Newcastle boat race

  25-11-2016 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Three hundred teams from across the country are expected to take part in the 50th Rutherford Head of the River boat race
  
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• Jordan Burrow: Gateshead sign Halifax striker on 18-month deal - BBC News

  25-11-2016 16:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Jordan Burrow: Gateshead sign Halifax striker on 18-month deal
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  The 24-year-old played under Heed manager Neil Aspin when he was in charge of the Shaymen. Burrow, who is an England C international, was part of the Halifax side that won the FA Trophy and suffered relegation from the National League in 2015-16.
  
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• Jodie Wilkinson death: Four men in court over violent disorder charges

  25-11-2016 15:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  None of the four men, all from the West End of Newcastle, indicated a plea at Newcastle Magistrates' Court
  
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• Scotty T promises Honey G a night to remember if she wins The X Factor

  25-11-2016 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cheeky Geordie Shore star took to Twitter to make a very interesting promise to the much talked about London rapper
  
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• Gateshead Christmas Village at Gateshead Stadium: All you need to know guide - ChronicleLive

  25-11-2016 15:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Gateshead Christmas Village at Gateshead Stadium: All you need to know guide
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  You may have known it as Team Valley Christmas Market, but now with a new name and a new location of Gateshead Stadium, after winds battered the exposed old site last year, Gateshead Christmas Village is aiming to spread plenty of festive cheer this ...
  
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• Was this the day Black Friday died? Early morning shoppers opt to stay at home

  25-11-2016 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A handful of shoppers woke early to grab bargains but there were no huge crowds or queues early on Black Friday
  
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• Gateshead Winter Food & Craft Fair returns bigger and better for second year - ChronicleLive

  25-11-2016 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Gateshead Winter Food & Craft Fair returns bigger and better for second year
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  If you prefer to buy unique festive gifts for your family and friends then a trip to Gateshead Winter Food and Craft Fair could be in order. Now in its second year, the fair is taking place between Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4 at The ...
  
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• First drive: Ford Ka+ Zetec

  25-11-2016 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  What additions does the Ka+ bring?
  
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• Consett exposed as a hub for hundreds of porn and get-rich quick websites, according to reports

  25-11-2016 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 400 residents in the County Durham town are directors of sex, dating, diets and travel sites, it's been claimed
  
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• Whitley Bay roadie to the stars 'Tappy' Wright has died - read about his incredible life

  25-11-2016 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tappy, who later ran Sands, Whisky Bends and The Big Apple in Whitley Bay, rubbed shoulders with Ike and Tina Turner, The Animals, Elvis and many more
  
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• Artist casts Cullercoats author in a series of 'portraits' from classic works

  25-11-2016 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Peter Mortimer has enjoyed a prominent profile as poet, playwright, publisher and author of a series of books based on personal escapades
  
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• Robbers armed with a meat cleaver, an axe and a knife commit two terrifying robberies

  25-11-2016 13:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The gang stole a mobile phone from a pair of men, then threatened a 14-year-old with a knife in a terrifying ordeal
  
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• Charlotte Crosby encourages Brits to get closer to workmates at their office Christmas parties

  25-11-2016 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Geordie Shore star thinks people should embrace the mistletoe as they could find out a colleague is the love of their lives
  
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• What is the sex abuse scandal that is currently rocking football?

  25-11-2016 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A former Newcastle United player is the latest star to come forward with allegations of abuse
  
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• Labour hold Blakelaw after voters head to the polls for the FOURTH time this year

  25-11-2016 13:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ward has seen a local election, two by-elections and the EU Referendum vote in the past seven months
  
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• Newcastle United issue statement on former player's sex abuse claims

  25-11-2016 12:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police has received a report regarding historic allegations from a former Newcastle United player
  
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• Lee Irving trial: Jury sent out to consider their verdict over death of 24-year-old

  25-11-2016 12:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The jury at Newcastle Crown Court were sent out to consider their verdict in the Lee Irving trial early on Friday
  
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• 'Let's follow the lead of Manchester' - businesses welcome Newcastle skyscraper plans

  25-11-2016 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle's business community has welcomed plans to build a 35-storey skyscraper in the heart of the city centre
  
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• Hundreds of people set to march and raise awareness of domestic violence

  25-11-2016 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Reclaim the Night event will see people marching on Newcastle city centre to raise awareness of violence against women
  
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• How many more years might you expect to live? Tap your details in here to get an idea

  25-11-2016 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Life expectancy varies all across the region and depends on both your gender and age now
  
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• 'Absolute filth' judge slams Newcastle takeaway owner whose shop was left in this state - see for yourself

  25-11-2016 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boss had already been before the courts twice because of the state of his takeaway on the Cloth Market when inspectors found it in a 'dreadful state'
  
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• Brady Bunch star Florence Henderson dies at 82

  25-11-2016 11:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Actress went from Broadway star to become one of America's most beloved TV mothers
  
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• On-loan Gateshead striker aims to fire Nuneaton Town away from drop zone - Nuneaton News

  25-11-2016 11:21 via nuneaton-news.co.uk
  On-loan Gateshead striker aims to fire Nuneaton Town away from drop zone
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  Reece Styche, pictured here playing for Tamworth last season, has arrived at Nuneaton Town on loan. On-loan Gateshead striker aims to fire Nuneaton Town away from drop zone. X. Share Tweet Share Pin It Email. Copy link to paste in your message.
  
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• Road reopened following two car crash in on the A197 near Ashington

  25-11-2016 10:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A section of the A197 near Ashington had been closed by police while they cleared the road following a two car crash on Thursday afternoon
  
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• Gateshead College backed by £15m funding boost | Insider Media Ltd - Insider Media

  25-11-2016 10:06 via insidermedia.com
  
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  Gateshead College has secured a £15m boost designed to increase skills and employment across the North East.and more »
  
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• Gateshead College backed by £15m funding boost - Insider Media

  25-11-2016 10:06 via insidermedia.com
  
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  Gateshead College backed by £15m funding boost
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  Gateshead College has secured a £15m boost designed to increase skills and employment across the North East. The cash injection has been secured through the European Social Fund through the Skills Funding Agency (SFA). Of the total, £10m will be ...
  
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• Biggest shopping day expected as people queue for Black Friday bargains

  25-11-2016 09:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shoppers are predicted to go on a £1.97 billion spending spree - setting a new record
  
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• Footballers prove good sports in Celebrity Question of Sport for Sunshine Fund

  25-11-2016 09:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ex-Newcastle United players went head-to-head with Durham County Cricket Club in fund-raiser for The Chronicle's charity
  
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• Ambitious £4.7million project could see rebirth of a historic Newcastle institute

  25-11-2016 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers was founded in Newcastle in 1852 - and could soon be returning
  
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• Unauthorised wearing of military medals could become a crime

  25-11-2016 08:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Awards for Valour (Protection) Bill tabled by Conservative MP Gareth Johnson - which receives its Commons second reading on Friday - will create a new criminal offence with a maximum penalty of six months' imprisonment or a £5,000 fine.
  
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• North East news LIVE: Trains now running to all destinations on the Metro; plus the latest breaking news

  25-11-2016 07:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Friday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook heads for Sage Gateshead for capacity concert - ChronicleLive

  25-11-2016 06:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook heads for Sage Gateshead for capacity concert
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  Sage Gateshead (Hall 2) plays host to Glenn Tilbrook tonight as the Squeeze frontman arrives on Tyneside, in the middle of a major UK tour of around 40 dates, in the run-up to Christmas. It is no surprise that Tilbrook will play to a capacity crowd ...
  
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• Thatcher records: The North East would have suffered in secret plans to scrap welfare benefits

  25-11-2016 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thatcher government talked about scrapping NHS while claiming it was safe in Tory hands, according to official files
  
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• Black Friday 2016 LIVE: Shoppers across Newcastle and the North East try to bag a bargain

  25-11-2016 03:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates of the best deals on offer across the North East plus pictures and video of the high street stores in our region
  
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