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• Metro boss apologises for 'unprecedented' day of failings as passengers' misery continues

  30-10-2017 22:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tobyn Hughes has said a full investigation into the Metro failings will be carried out as problems continued for a second day
  
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• Brave Suzie McCash named Daily Mirror's Child of Courage in the Pride of Britain Awards

  30-10-2017 22:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North Tyneside youngster's quick thinking saved her mum's life after she suffered an anaphylactic shock
  
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• A 5,400 jobs boost for Newcastle will result from major rail investment it is claimed

  30-10-2017 20:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The multi billion pound plan to improve services was announced by the Rail Delivery Group
  
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• Newcastle MP's warning about harassment in Commons bar was dismissed

  30-10-2017 20:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chi Onwurah told Commons officials that researchers felt 'deeply uncomfortable' but was told it happens everywhere
  
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• Police called out to Gateshead after reports of a man with a shotgun - ChronicleLive

  30-10-2017 20:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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• Police called out to Gateshead after reports of a man with a shotgun

  30-10-2017 20:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers carried out a search in the Swalwell area after receiving the concerned call but were unable to find anything ‘untoward’  
  
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• Should homework for children during holidays be banned?

  30-10-2017 19:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As kids return to school after the half term break some parents have been grumbling about the homework set over the break
  
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• Will the Northern Powerhouse ever get the investment it needs?

  30-10-2017 19:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As the North draws up plans for a £20 billion new rail line, Channel 4's Dispatches asks whether the Government is ready to provide the cash
  
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• Sex predator remained free to rape a child after a previous case against him collapsed

  30-10-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Albert Wilcox, of Sunderland, was accused of abusing a girl in the 1990s but the trial did not go ahead and he went on to abuse another victim
  
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• Micropub opens in Rowlands Gill - and is believed to be the village's first pub in 17 years

  30-10-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Olver has opened the Railway Tavern on Station Road in Rowlands Gill - but it wasn't without a fight
  
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• Mercedes driving drug dealing Northumbria University student allegedly raped vulnerable teenagers

  30-10-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Omar Sharif is standing trial at Newcastle Crown Court with three other men and a woman accused of a range of offences
  
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• Why Ant and Dec will soon be monkeying around at a top North East attraction

  30-10-2017 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Not the TV duo but a pair of twin baby marmosets to be seen at the Blue Reef Aquarium where they were born
  
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• Your Halloween Little Horrors - see the first gallery and send us your photos!

  30-10-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Children from across Newcastle & the North East are getting scarier ... apart from the cute ones
  
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• What will Newcastle's weather be like for Halloween this year?

  30-10-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordies will go out whatever the weather, but you wouldn't want your fake blood to wash off in the pouring rain
  
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• Social media reacts to the second morning of Metro misery as delays cripple services

  30-10-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyne and Wear Metro commuters took to Twitter to vent their frustrations after problems with on Monday morning
  
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• Meet the Heaton husband-to-be doing something incredible to help end prostate cancer

  30-10-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Harry Firth, from Heaton, Newcastle, is taking on the Pacific Crest Trail to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK
  
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• Byker Grove star Holly Matthews claims doctor broke news her husband would die in hospital corridor

  30-10-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The actress says some doctors need to learn how to deliver bad news to patients in an emotional new video
  
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• Have you seen him? Police search for wanted Newcastle man Grant Christopher Raine

  30-10-2017 16:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 21-year-old was arrested in connection with an alleged serious assault but failed to turn up to court so a warrant was issued for his arrest
  
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• Former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort charged with conspiracy as Russia probe heats up

  30-10-2017 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  First charges laid down in investigation over possible ties between Trump presidential campaign and Russia
  
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• Who was George Gently's wife? We reveal the back-story to one of the nation's favourite detectives

  30-10-2017 15:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Inspector George Gently retires from our screens on Monday night - we investigate his personal life and crack the case of his mystery past
  
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• Carrie and Clarke Carlisle in emotional interview over ex-footballer's disappearance

  30-10-2017 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Journal columnist Carrie Carlisle broke down as the couple spoke about the day Clarke went missing
  
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• Ever sent a WhatsApp message you regret? New feature will give you seven minutes to delete them

  30-10-2017 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The potentially face saving unsend button is being tested - here's how it will work
  
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• Murder suspect in court accused of killing Susan Fuller in alleged hit-and-run

  30-10-2017 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sean Herman is also alleged to have killed the 63-year-old and assaulted her two sons in Howdon on Friday
  
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• Loved ones say goodbye to North Shields mum-of-two Sammi Fox at her funeral

  30-10-2017 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sammi died aged 29 after being given days to live and family and friends wore bright colours in memory of her on Monday
  
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• Latest Football Manager game includes feature where players come out as gay

  30-10-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Last year Sports Interactive introduced Brexit features into Football Manager and now fictional footballers can reveal they are gay
  
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• Babies in pumpkins among 30 reader photos of Halloween carvings from Newcastle & the North East

  30-10-2017 13:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Enjoy this gallery of some of our favourite pumpkin photos sent in for 2017
  
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• Missing Wallsend man Andrew Mitchell has not been seen for four days

  30-10-2017 13:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrew Mitchell was last seen at about 8am on Alexandra Street in Wallsend on October 26 - can you help find him?
  
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• Newcastle's Halloween nightlife in 59 freaky photos from city bars & clubs

  30-10-2017 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take a look at our video and gallery from Newcastle city nightspots including Eazy Street, Beyond, Gotham, Flares and more!
  
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• Last ever Inspector George Gently episode airs tonight - find out when to watch and how it ends

  30-10-2017 13:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham-set crime drama starring Martin Shaw has its finale on Monday night and the BBC1 hit is set to bow out in style
  
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• Have you seen Ben Bostock? Blyth teenager, 15, has been missing for two weeks

  30-10-2017 13:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ben Bostock, from Blyth, in Northumberland, has not been seen at his home address since October 16, Northumbria Police said
  
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• CCTV appeal launched following Blyth cable thefts costing more than £25,000

  30-10-2017 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  British Transport Police has launched the appeal following six crimes in the last four weeks in the Blyth area
  
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• Colder-than-normal winter weather heading towards UK due to Arctic winds and icy blasts

  30-10-2017 12:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's all down to Arctic pressure sending cold conditions into northern Europe - although they do say the end of the season could be mild
  
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• See platform of Metro passengers left behind during Monday morning delays

  30-10-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Commuters at Chillingham Road forced to wait for the next train because it was too full
  
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• Carer in court accused of stealing more than £11,000 from vulnerable Cramlington man

  30-10-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Griffin Price was working as the alleged victim's carer in Northumberland when he is suspected of taking the money
  
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• After gruelling 32-hour race, see hero dad reach the doors of the heart unit which saved son's life

  30-10-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Whitley Bay dad has completed his last, and most gruelling challenge to raise £500,000 for the Children's Heart Unit at the Freeman Hospital
  
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• Railway industry promises to invest billions to improve punctuality - but not everybody is convinced

  30-10-2017 11:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Government says it is making its biggest rail investment since Victorian era as Rail Delivery Group makes four commitments to boost the network
  
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• This 'anti-dating app' matches you with people with DIFFERENT opinions - and aims to open your mind

  30-10-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Burst Your Bubble, developed by students at Newcastle University, sets up conversations with people who have different political views
  
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• Man jailed for 18 years after trying to murder his stepbrother drew up a 'kill plan'

  30-10-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  When Brendan Teague was arrested for the attempted murder, he told police he would 'do a better job next time', a court heard
  
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• MD of Gateshead manufacturer receives MBE for services to export - Bdaily

  30-10-2017 07:35 via bdaily.co.uk
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  MD of Gateshead manufacturer receives MBE for services to export
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  Kate Wickham, of Gateshead-based Gate 7, was recognised with the accolade for her Services to Export and Outward Investment. Gate 7 manufactures specialist components for the automotive sector, including decals and vehicle livery for machinery used in ...
  
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• Safety fears as figures reveal scale of firefighter cutbacks across North East

  30-10-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Home Office figures show there are more than 200 fewer firefighters working in the North East now than there were seven years ago
  
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• Driver filmed going WRONG WAY down A1 in Northumberland in pitch black

  30-10-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bizarre clip shows the car change lanes on the single carriageway in Northumberland after being flashed by another driver
  
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• Bad teenage experiences scare parents away from their child's school - but heads want to change that

  30-10-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Education experts Schools North East say some parents are put off engaging with children's education because of their own bad experiences at school
  
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