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• Loved ones pay tribute to tragic Aaron Armstrong with 'car meet' on eve of funeral

  25-07-2018 22:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Petrolhead Aaron Armstrong was found dead at his Blyth home on July 10 at the age of just 25
  
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• Murder accused blames childhood friend for alleged attack like 'something out of a horror story'

  25-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Watson told jurors it was 'like something out of a horror story' when Christopher Hills allegedly assaulted Michael Price in Chester-le-Street
  
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• Married mum bit off chunk of woman's ear in shocking nightclub attack

  25-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jillian Anderson has avoided jail after sinking her teeth into the victim's ear in the toilets of Roxanne's in South Shields
  
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• HMP Durham inmate reveals how they pass mobile phones to other cells and prisoners

  25-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Serial burglar Michael Surtees revealed their tricks of the trade in a Channel 4 documentary 'Prison' featuring behind-the-scenes at HMP Durham
  
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• Children's services in Sunderland slammed over failure to protect vulnerable youngsters

  25-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A damning report found 'inadequate' leadership meant the safety of children in care could not be guaranteed
  
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• Major Sunderland road flooded by burst water main reopens as repair work continues

  25-07-2018 18:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chester Road was flooded by the water main burst in the early hours of Wednesday and work will continue into Thursday morning to repair the pipe
  
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• How to apply for Love Island 2019 - applications ALREADY open for next year

  25-07-2018 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island 2018 isn't even over yet but you can already apply for next year's series of the hit itv2 dating show
  
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• Why sleeping next to a fan during the UK heatwave is actually really bad for your health

  25-07-2018 18:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As temperatures rise this week, you may be tempted to sleep beside a fan to keep cool, but the medical advice suggest otherwise
  
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• Drop off and pick up points for Little Mix's Gateshead Stadium concert - ChronicleLive

  25-07-2018 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Drop off and pick up points for Little Mix's Gateshead Stadium concert
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  The concert was announced way back in November of last year but on Thursday evening we'll FINALLY get to see Little Mix at Gateshead Stadium. The X Factor winning girl group kicked off their Summer Hits Tour nearly three weeks ago in Brighton and ...
  
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• See 'substantial' cannabis farm uncovered by police during raid at Newcastle home

  25-07-2018 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  16 mature plants were found inside the home on Oldfield Road in Walker when police searched the home
  
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• Motorists warned of road closure on busy Gateshead road - The Northern Echo

  25-07-2018 17:28 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
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  Motorists warned of road closure on busy Gateshead road
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  MOTORISTS are being warned of a diversion and delays on part of a busy Gateshead road to allow emergency gas repairs to be carried out. The westbound carriageway of the of the A184 Askew Road will be closed to all vehicles, including emergency ...
  
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• 'Dirty bedrooms and bad food': See this Gateshead couple's pictures of their 'grubby' hotel room - ChronicleLive

  25-07-2018 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  'Dirty bedrooms and bad food': See this Gateshead couple's pictures of their 'grubby' hotel room
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  Pent-up pensioners Thelma and Alan Nicholson have told of their holiday from hell after getting back to their comforts of home on Geordie soil. The pair have described their stay in a Merseyside hotel as a “nightmare” after enduring a dirty bedroom and ...
  
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• Two men in court accused of kidnapping man from Durham home after beating him up

  25-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Terrance Jones was charged with kidnap and Daniel Jones charged with kidnap and modern day slavery after a man was allegedly taken from a house
  
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• Mum's emotional meet with Jesmond dad-of-two who received her dead son's heart

  25-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Suzanne Davis got in touch with Alex Bell after spotting a story about him honouring her son Liam Andrews, who died in 2013
  
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• MP's outrage at plans for trains to miss smaller North East stations to cut overcrowding

  25-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP calls on rail users to respond to a Department for Transport consultation about the CrossCountry line
  
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• Grandfather who lost wedding ring in 1966 reunited with it after 52 YEARS

  25-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eddie Stokoe's wedding ring was found by a dog walker in a muddy river bank near Shotley Bridge Cricket Club
  
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• 'Dirty bedrooms and bad food': See this Gateshead couple's pictures of their 'grubby' hotel room

  25-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thelma and Alan Nicholson said their stay at the Scarisbrick Hotel in Merseyside with National Holidays was a 'nightmare'
  
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• Gateshead motor dealer Vertu signals further acquisitions after busy six months - ChronicleLive

  25-07-2018 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Gateshead motor dealer Vertu signals further acquisitions after busy six months
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  The chairman of Gateshead motor retailer Vertu said the group is continuing on the acquisition trail following a busy six months in which it bucked national trends. The group, which trades as Bristol Street Motors, now has 125 sales outlets across the ...and more »
  
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• Parent's fury as high school introduces branded uniform at 'increased cost'

  25-07-2018 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leaders at George Stephenson High School, in Killingworth, have announced parents will have to buy trousers and skirts only from the school shop
  
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• Is Cheryl set for a movie role? She's rumoured to be filming in Dublin

  25-07-2018 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sources say Cheryl will appear in a new movie based on Jacqueline Wilson novel Four Kids And It, which stars Michael Caine and Matthew Goode
  
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• How many breaks are you allowed to take at work? Here's everything you need to know

  25-07-2018 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's all you need to know about taking breaks during the working day - and what your rights are
  
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• Love Island dumping stuns Islanders with just five days until final

  25-07-2018 14:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are just five days to go until the Love Island final but there's still drama to be had on the itv2 show
  
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• Murderer John Potter with 'born to raise hell' tattoo is on the run after escaping from prison

  25-07-2018 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Potter, 52, was serving a life sentence at HMP Sudbury after pleading guilty to murder at Newcastle Crown Court in 2008
  
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• London businessman 'harassed' by 'drunk' NUFC fans on flight NOT entitled to compensation

  25-07-2018 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Pattinson, 58, tried to sue BA for for failing to control the rowdy toon fans who drank 20 bottles of wine en route to Las Vegas
  
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• London businessman 'harassed' by 'drunk' Newcastle United fans on flight NOT entitled to compensation

  25-07-2018 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Pattinson, 58, tried to sue BA for failing to control the rowdy toon fans who drank 20 bottles of wine en route to Las Vegas
  
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• Shirtless thug caught abusing homeless man on busy Newcastle street

  25-07-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Dickinson was seen by shocked shoppers to swing punches at the man and throw his bag into the middle of the road
  
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• Cruel thieves steal hundreds of pounds from pensioners at Newcastle cash machine

  25-07-2018 13:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two elderly men were targeted at an ATM machine in Newcastle along with a 36-year-old woman
  
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• Ranjan Varghese: Gateshead bought by Hong Kong-based businessman - BBC Sport

  25-07-2018 13:08 via bbc.co.uk
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  Ranjan Varghese: Gateshead bought by Hong Kong-based businessman
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  National League club Gateshead have been taken over by Hong Kong-based businessman Dr Ranjan Varghese. Varghese, who is a director of Steel Ships Limited, has purchased the club from previous owners Richard and Julie Bennett and will be the new ...
  
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• Ranjan Varghese: Gateshead bought by Hong Kong-based ... - BBC - BBC Sport

  25-07-2018 13:08 via bbc.co.uk
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  Ranjan Varghese: Gateshead bought by Hong Kong-based ... - BBC
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  National League club Gateshead have been taken over by Hong Kong-based businessman Dr Ranjan Varghese. Varghese, who is a director of Steel Ships ...
  Gateshead FC sold to Hong Kong-based businessmanITV News
  Gateshead FC takeover goes through as Bennetts agree sale to Dr Ranjan VargheseChronicleLive
  Gateshead FC sold to Hong Kong-based businessman Dr Ranjan VargheseShields Gazetteall 5 news articles &raq
  
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• Watch incredible moment 100 dolphins spotted swimming off Northumberland coast

  25-07-2018 12:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The boat company which shot the stunning footage admits: 'We've never had so many appear at once'
  
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• One of Sunderland's busiest roads closed for hours due to burst water main

  25-07-2018 12:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The busy commuter route, near Sunderland Royal Hospital, has been closed throughout the morning
  
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• Multi-million pound restoration of crumbling Northumberland pier delayed over ecological ruling

  25-07-2018 12:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland County Council says work to repair Seahouses Pier has been delayed until 2019
  
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• Family of tragic Melissa Liddle outraged her killer could be granted unsupervised release

  25-07-2018 12:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Her family have learned the jealous boyfriend who killed her could be applying for temporary unsupervised leave
  
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• Stage times for Little Mix at Gateshead Stadium - what time will the concert finish? - ChronicleLive

  25-07-2018 12:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
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  Stage times for Little Mix at Gateshead Stadium - what time will the concert finish?
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  Little Mix are at Gateshead Stadium on their Summer Hits Tour on July 26 and thousands are expected to attend. Share. Comments. By. Simon Duke. 18:46, 26 JUL 2018. What's On. Enter your postcode to see news and information near you Community ...
  
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• 11 things that are illegal for your partner to do

  25-07-2018 11:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Psychological abuse in a relationship was made illegal in 2015 so we take a look at the forms of domestic violence you may not be aware of
  
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• Does your dog misbehave? It could be a sign of a medical condition which could shorten its life

  25-07-2018 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Royal Veterinary College researchers say bad behaviour can be a symptom of an undiagnosed medical problem in your pet
  
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• Money saving expert Martin Lewis reveals top tips for Virgin Media customers after HUGE change

  25-07-2018 10:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Virgin Media is no longer offering UKTV channels
  
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• Major road closed 'for hours' after water main bursts in Sunderland

  25-07-2018 10:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A183 Chester Road is submerged in water this morning and emergency services say it could be closed for several hours
  
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• Shops should shut on anniversary of First World War ending, say former Army and Navy chiefs

  25-07-2018 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday both fall on November 11 this year, 100 years since the Allies and Germany signed First World War peace treaty
  
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• Northumbrian Water fined for polluting water with untreated sewage

  25-07-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The water firm has been fined more than £33,000 for three cases of polluted water that killed underwater creatures at Smithy Burn
  
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• Driver in court accused of failing to give blood sample after causing death of man

  25-07-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Hughes is alleged to have failed to provide a blood specimen after causing the death of Martin Dixon in Wallsend
  
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• Public sector pay must rise but Government announcement could leave schools struggling, unions warn

  25-07-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government has announced an end to the public sector 1% pay cap and rises for a number of workers
  
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• Drunk threw tiles and cider at police during 5.30am rooftop stand-off in Wallsend

  25-07-2018 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darren Drape climbed onto his roof as police tried to gain access to his home address before hurling the missiles and shouting abuse
  
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