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• Crowds wave goodbye to HMS Ocean as the warship leaves Sunderland for the last time

  11-07-2017 22:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Families waving the Union Jack turn out to say farewell to Sunderland's warship after one final visit to her home city
  
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• Girl groomed and abused by dad-of-three she met in Newcastle - but police did nothing for 10 years

  11-07-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Terrence McAdam has finally been brought to justice and was jailed for 10-and-a-half years for rape, sexual activity with a child and supplying drugs
  
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• What is the contaminated blood scandal that killed at least 2,400 people?

  11-07-2017 20:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Theresa May has ordered an inquiry into the scandal that saw patients given blood infected with hepatitis C and HIV
  
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• Tall Ships - one year countdown until race comes to Sunderland has begun

  11-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The full scale Tall Ships Race is coming to the region for the first time since 2005 and promises to be one of the biggest events in years
  
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• Stunning views, grandeur and luxury - one of the North East's 'finest' homes has gone on the market

  11-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An impressive staircase and wonderful windows are just some of the highlights of Little Holmside Farm in County Durham
  
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• Mystery as dog walker finds critically injured man at Northumberland beauty spot

  11-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The victim's family remain at his hospital bedside as police probe baffling assault in Cresswell, Northumberland
  
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• Man saved by liver transplant urges Geordies to join organ donor register

  11-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Latest figures show more than 1,600 people in the North East are alive today thanks to the life-saving procedures
  
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• Fresh hope for jailed Nick Dunn as Boris Johnson pledges support

  11-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick of Ashington is one of the Chennai Six currently languishing in an Indian prison after being convicted of weapons offences
  
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• Newcastle wife of contaminated blood victim calls for Hillsborough-style inquiry into scandal

  11-07-2017 18:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Carol Grayson's husband Peter Longstaff who contracted HIV and hepatitis C from infected blood was one of at least 2,400 victims
  
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• Two men appear in court after alleged assault at South Shields church

  11-07-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Khaled Hassan and Mark Liddle appeared at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court after a man was found injured in the grounds of St Hilda's Church
  
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• TV's Joey Essex heads to Gateshead to drive apprenticeships - Bdaily

  11-07-2017 17:42 via bdaily.co.uk
  
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  TV's Joey Essex heads to Gateshead to drive apprenticeships
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  TV celebrity and reality show star Joey Essex will visit Gateshead later this month to deliver an event geared towards inspiring young people to enter employment through apprenticeships. Hosted by Gateshead Council Learning Skills, The Joey Essex ...
  
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• See Bradley Lowery's classmates perform beautiful musical tribute to the six-year-old

  11-07-2017 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Led by pupils from Bradley's class, the students of Blackhall Colliery Primary school performed 'Smile for Bradley' in his memory
  
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• Police uncover £250,000 cannabis farm after tip-off - but no-one has been arrested

  11-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People living near to the cannabis farm in Fence Houses were left without power after police discovered the dangerous haul
  
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• Grenfell Tower fire benefit gig to be held at O2 Academy Newcastle this week

  11-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Want to do something worthwhile with your Friday evening? Have fun and help raise money for those who lost everything in the tragic blaze
  
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• Children as young as five investigated over sexting - and charities have a warning for parents

  11-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have dealt with thousands of reports of children sending explicit images of themselves, an investigation has found
  
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• Your fish and chip supper could soon fall victim to climate change

  11-07-2017 15:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Could the days of 'whale' sized cod and chips be over? A marine expert thinks so as a result of the North Sea warming up
  
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• Police hunt for man who repeatedly defecated at city train station

  11-07-2017 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers are appealing for information after a man defecated on three occasions at Sunderland rail station
  
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• Contaminated blood scandal: inquiry to examine deaths of 2,400 people

  11-07-2017 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Government spokesman said decision to hold an investigation had been prompted by new evidence
  
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• Your events: Harbour days, family fun day, science summer school and more!

  11-07-2017 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This week's community events written by you includes Newcastle, Cullercoats and County Durham
  
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• Love Island: Shock twist leads to most dramatic dumping yet on itv2 show

  11-07-2017 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island is no stranger to twists and turns but the one looming for Tuesday night's episode looks like being extra dramatic
  
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• Deadly cows: Some of the horrific cow related incidents in the North East and how you can keep safe

  11-07-2017 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The region has seen some horrific deaths and injuries caused by trampling, a particular problem as summer rambling season approaches
  
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• What is a lynx, is it dangerous and why could it be heading to Northumberland?

  11-07-2017 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As plans to reintroduce the lynx in Northumberland move closer, we look at how it could impact the county
  
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• Wild lynx could be heading to Northumberland by end of 2017

  11-07-2017 14:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Lynx UK Trust is on the verge of submitting an application to introduce the animal in Kielder Forest
  
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• Love Island winner odds: Do bookies think Newcastle's Alex Beattie can triumph in itv2 show?

  11-07-2017 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island viewers have been glued to the hit itv2 dating show for six weeks now as as we near its climax bookies have revealed their latest odds
  
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• Were you out on the town in Newcastle 10 years ago? Take a look at our 14 pictures

  11-07-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  14 photographs from the Chronicle's Bigg Night Out section from the summer of 2007 - but are you in the picture?
  
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• Shock for parents as Morpeth special needs school admits it could close in a matter of months

  11-07-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nunnykirk School desperately needs to find £100,000 in funding or the school could close and 15 jobs could be lost, leaders have said
  
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• Family of farmer who almost died after being kicked in the head by cow re-live horror accident

  11-07-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  George Dent, 61, from County Durham, was rescued by the Great North Air Ambulance Service after suffering the freak serious head injury
  
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• It's Amazon Prime Day and here are the best cut price deals

  11-07-2017 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  You can save hundreds on top tech today during Amazon's summer sale deals include almost £100 off an Xbox bundle or 50% Echo speakers
  
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• Boy, 15, fighting for his life after police chase ends in head-on smash

  11-07-2017 13:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The boy, travelling in a Vauxhall Corsa, suffered life-threatening head injuries and remains in Newcastle’s Royal Victoria Infirmary, police say
  
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• Incredible fleet diploma detailing naval career of its holder is unearthed near Roman fort

  11-07-2017 13:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The individual who was presented with the copper alloy diploma on his honourable retirement is Britain’s first named sailor
  
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• Five North East jobs with salaries over £20,000 that you can apply for now

  11-07-2017 12:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Roles include retail, working in the university sector and a job with an expanding Northumberland charity
  
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• Watch as Jeremy Corbyn attempts the YMCA at the Durham Miners' Gala - and struggles

  11-07-2017 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Labour leader was spotted boogying along to the pop classic - but appeared not to quite have mastered the dance routine
  
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• Gateshead striker Macaulay Langstaff has his old club in his sights tonight - ChronicleLive

  11-07-2017 12:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Gateshead striker Macaulay Langstaff has his old club in his sights tonight
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  Gateshead striker Macaulay Langstaff is keen to keep his goalscoring run going at former club Billingham Synthonia tonight. The 20-year-old Middlesbrough Academy product joined the Heed in February, but finished the season at Billingham. Langstaff was ...and more »
  
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• An unlikely coincidence in Gateshead on this day in 2010 - and in 1916 - ChronicleLive

  11-07-2017 12:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  An unlikely coincidence in Gateshead on this day in 2010 - and in 1916
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  Enter your postcode to see news and information near you Community updates, Crime Statistics, Local News & Events and much more... The Evening Chronicle, July 11, 1916. Share; Comments. Get daily updates directly to your inbox. + Subscribe.
  
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• Help honour Bradley Lowery by donning a team strip in memory of the lad who united football

  11-07-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The boy's family have invited people to wear their team's colours on Friday in memory of how the six-year-old brought rival supporters together
  
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• Cash-strapped Northumbria Police trying to get £500,000 legal costs out of former employee

  11-07-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denise Aubrey was the force's top legal mind when she took them to an employment tribunal claiming unfair dismissal - but lost
  
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• An unlikely coincidence in Gateshead on this day in 2010 - and in 1916

  11-07-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  How builder found a hidden Chronicle dated July 11, 1916 while doing DIY at a house in Gateshead on July 11, 2010
  
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• Who is Jayden K Smith? The Facebook hoax sweeping across the UK

  11-07-2017 11:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Facebook users across the globe are being warned not to make friends with him - even though he doesn't actually exist
  
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• Donald Trump state visit to UK 'will not take place this year'

  11-07-2017 10:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The White House has denied claims the controversial US president wants the meeting delayed until it can take place without protests
  
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• Are your maths skills better than a primary school child's? Try this quick quiz

  11-07-2017 09:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Almost a quarter of adults were unable to work out a basic pay rise and a numeracy charity is calling on the Government to do more
  
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• Extra security at SummerTyne Americana Festival 2017 at Sage ... - ChronicleLive

  11-07-2017 09:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Extra security at SummerTyne Americana Festival 2017 at Sage ...
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  Spot check body scans are among the measures in place as security steps up for the SummerTyne Americana Festival.and more »
  
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• 16 dead after US military plane crashes

  11-07-2017 09:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officials did not release information on what caused the crash or where the flight originated.
  
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• Slimming World dieters share some of their most bizarre meals on Instagram

  11-07-2017 09:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Millions of people lose weight with the help of Slimming World but some dieters chose to put their own spin on healthy meals
  
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• Top news stories from Britain and around the world - McDonnell calls on Tory backbenchers to back pay rise for public sector workers

  11-07-2017 09:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Top news stories from Britain and around the world
  
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• Tat's not fair - Woman claims she missed out on Costco job because of hand tattoo

  11-07-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joanna Sutherland interviewed at the Costco in Gateshead but claims she was refused because of her 'visible' tattoo
  
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• New service between Newcastle Airport and Belfast International announced

  11-07-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here are all the details about the new daily, non-stop route between the North East and Northern Ireland
  
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• New service between Newcastle Airport and Belfast City announced

  11-07-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here are all the details about the new daily, non-stop route between the North East and Northern Ireland
  
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• North East news LIVE: Six Metro services cancelled due to 'lack of trains' between Pelaw and Monkseaton

  11-07-2017 07:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Tuesday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• Gateshead hopeful of clearing up trialists' future as Aspin prepares for Billingham test - ChronicleLive

  11-07-2017 06:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
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  Gateshead hopeful of clearing up trialists' future as Aspin prepares for Billingham test
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  Theo Vassell has impressed at Gateshead so far, but will the Tynesiders be able to make his move to the North East permanent? Share; Comments. ByJeff Bowron. 05:00, 11 JUL 2017. Sport. Theo Vassell (Image: Liverpool FC). Share; Comments. Get daily ...and more »
  
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• Offshore giant comes to Newcastle and brings 50 new jobs with it

  11-07-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  JDR, a leading supplier of subsea power cables, has opened its European service centre on the banks of the River Tyne in Newcastle
  
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