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• Five things we learned after Newcastle City Council slashed another £20m from its budget

  07-03-2019 22:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From car parks to libraries, here's how Newcastle City Council's budget affects you
  
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• Proposals to scrap £50,000 funding boost to support Spice Girls stadium concert voted down

  07-03-2019 21:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  In recent months, Labour bosses at Sunderland City Council have said the potential return on the investment is worth it
  
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• 'He had so much more to give': Connor Brown's heartbroken parents pay tribute to 'wonderful' son

  07-03-2019 21:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 18-year-old was allegedly murdered in Sunderland city centre after a night out on February 24
  
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• Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley outlines plans to leave Sports Direct to run Debenhams

  07-03-2019 20:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mike Ashley has spoken of plans to leave Sports Direct and take the helm at struggling Debenhams
  
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• Families allowed to return home after 'hazardous substances' were found in Northumberland village

  07-03-2019 20:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Part of a Northumberland village was closed off during a police investigation into potentially hazardous substances
  
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• Stepbrothers jailed for 42 years for trying to murder friend by cutting his throat and torching flat

  07-03-2019 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Slater and Anthony James were considered friends by victim Frank Cartner, who let them into his Kenton home only to have his throat cut and his flat set on fire
  
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• The Met Office predicts it's about to get very cold in the North East - and we could see some snow

  07-03-2019 19:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We're almost halfway into March but temperatures are set to feel wintry this weekend, with a chance of snow for some
  
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• Sunderland councillor Stuart Porthouse suspended by Labour Party after sharing George Galloway post

  07-03-2019 19:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillor Stuart Porthouse is under investigation by the party over a Facebook post
  
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• Police failings shock: Blunders see gang accused of trafficking and raping girls walk free

  07-03-2019 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police's Operation Optic, an investigation into the sexual abuse and exploitation of vulnerable girls, has ended in embarrassing failure
  
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• Worst February sales in a decade make depressing reading for high street retailers

  07-03-2019 18:14 via walesonline.co.uk
  Figures come despite warm weather spells around Valentines Day and half-term
  
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• Cystic fibrosis patients 'forgotten' as row over wonder drug rumbles on

  07-03-2019 18:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The prescription of Orkambi would have a potentially life-changing effect on the four-year-old, and Emma is furious patient's lives are being lost in the row over pricing
  
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• Northumberland village still on lockdown after potentially hazardous substances were found in house

  07-03-2019 18:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say 'potentially hazardous substances' were found at a home in the village of Glanton on Tuesday
  
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• Charlie Hoult on why he wants to be North of Tyne mayor

  07-03-2019 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle-born businessman wants to be the Conservative Party's candidate for the May 2 election
  
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• Hundreds of jobs at risk as LK Bennett collapses into administration

  07-03-2019 17:46 via walesonline.co.uk
  Womenswear retailer known for its signature kitten heels and smart daywear
  
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• Former Newcastle United owner reveals he's backing Charlie Hoult for North of Tyne mayor

  07-03-2019 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sir John Hall, responsible for building the Metrocentre, has thrown his weight Charlie Hoult, who is seeking the Conservative party nomination
  
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• Could a new multi-academy trust help improve schools in Northumberland?

  07-03-2019 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Health, education and business leaders could join together to create a Northumberland multi-academy trust to support schools in the county
  
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• Stormy weather here to stay as weekend temperatures remain low

  07-03-2019 17:14 via walesonline.co.uk
  Another chilly weekend is forecast as low pressure areas close in
  
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• Supplement for breastfeeding mothers could boost growth of premature babies

  07-03-2019 17:07 via walesonline.co.uk
  The study found use of the fortifier after leaving hospital prevented a dip in babies' weight and resulted in better growth
  
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• Key witness could have vital information on alleged gun shot at white van in Kingston Park

  07-03-2019 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men have been charged in relation to the investigation but police want to speak to to a man who was in the area of Windsor Way
  
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• Is this the worst fake hat ever? 'Counterfeit' Hugo Boss and Nike clothing seized from Fenham home

  07-03-2019 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Trading standards officers with Newcastle City Council raided a Fenham home and seized the items
  
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• The huge new theme park with 70 rides that's set to open in the UK

  07-03-2019 16:49 via walesonline.co.uk
  This is when Gulliver's Valley is expected to open to the public
  
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• Cost-cutting proposals for Sunderland Airshow snubbed by council bosses

  07-03-2019 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Proposals to slash funding for the Sunderland Airshow and host it every two years have been snubbed by council bosses
  
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• Campaigners protest for wonder drug that could change Forest Hall boy's life

  07-03-2019 16:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Gary McKie and his son Sam were joined by dozens of supporters calling for miracle drug Spinraza to be made available on the NHS
  
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• Met Office responds to weather reports of 13 INCHES of snow hitting the UK

  07-03-2019 16:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Some weather forecasts suggests there could yet be more snow before winter finally gives way to spring
  
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• Human remains found by police investigating the murder of Julie Reilly

  07-03-2019 16:24 via walesonline.co.uk
  Forensic search was carried out at a property in Glasgow
  
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• Claire's removes makeup from stores over asbestos fears

  07-03-2019 16:15 via walesonline.co.uk
  Claire's has taken the three products 'out of an abundance of caution' after US authorities warned customers
  
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• Man who 'tried to meet 12-year-old girl for sexual activity' appears in court

  07-03-2019 16:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A court heard Gary Shanley  was prosecuted following the work of an unnamed online vigilante group
  
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• Brexit pressures 'actively stopping' private sector investment in Sunderland, council boss claims

  07-03-2019 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  This week, council bosses agreed to fund plans to move Sunderland Civic Centre to the Vaux site in a bid to replace its HQ with a smaller, more cost-effective base
  
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• Is the cashless society on the way to the UK?

  07-03-2019 15:33 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Debit cards overtook cash for the first time in June 2018
  
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• Homeowner escapes unharmed after suspected arson attack on Northumberland property

  07-03-2019 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Northumbria Police want to speak to anybody who witnessed the fire on Second Avenue, Stobhill, Morpeth
  
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• These are the 20 quirky baby names expected to become popular in 2019

  07-03-2019 15:31 via walesonline.co.uk
  The list is complied by asking mums their choices on maternity wards
  
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• Newcastle waste bosses defend record on catching fly-tippers amid Brunswick tip closure fears

  07-03-2019 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Brunswick recycling centre is earmarked for closure in 2020/21 as part of Newcastle City Council's plans to slash its budget by £60m in the next three years
  
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• Council tax rise and disabled parking charges confirmed in £20m Newcastle Council budget cut

  07-03-2019 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle City Council will be cutting £20m from its vital services in the next 12 months, and £60m by 2022
  
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• Gateshead timber yard office could be pulled down to make space for more lorries - Chronicle Live

  07-03-2019 14:00
  Gateshead timber yard office could be pulled down to make space for more lorries  Chronicle LiveJames Latham Timber wants to create more space at its Felling site for lorries to wait and unload.
  
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• Poor pensioners turned heating off this winter so they could afford heating bills

  07-03-2019 13:51 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  3.6 million older people are potentially stuck on uncompetitive deals
  
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• RAF air strikes on ISIS in Iraq and Syria 'have killed 4,000 enemy fighters and just one civilian'

  07-03-2019 13:37 via walesonline.co.uk
  The Ministry of Defence analysed images from hundreds of air strike sites to estimate the number of casualties
  
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• 'This will be what it is like after Brexit' - Eurostar facing 'sizeable delays' as French customs staff stage drill

  07-03-2019 13:27 via walesonline.co.uk
  Border guards warn this could be an everyday reality if the UK and EU don't reach an agreement
  
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• Durham University students demand answers on where housing fees are being spent

  07-03-2019 13:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham University has been criticised by students for raising prices but failing to improve accommodation
  
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• Thief sneaks into St James' to steal bag and then climbs through open RVI window

  07-03-2019 13:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Terence Mann, 39, admitted two counts of burglary at Newcastle Crown Court on February 27
  
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• Vegan sausage roll helps sales at Greggs top £1billion for the first time

  07-03-2019 12:58 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Greggs sells 1.5 million sausage rolls a week but created the new option due to public demand
  
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• Man 'wearing a sling' accused of threatening to kill his own dad

  07-03-2019 12:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The defendant appeared in court on Monday morning
  
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• Lord John Habgood death: Tributes paid to former Archbishop of York and Bishop of Durham

  07-03-2019 12:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lord Habgood was described as a 'distinguished scientist, theologian and philosopher' after his death aged 91
  
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• Two-vehicle collision on the Spine Road near Cramlington causes delays for motorists

  07-03-2019 12:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The incident happened on the A189 northbound just before 9am
  
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• Dad who hid £25k debt from his family tragically took his own life

  07-03-2019 12:39 via walesonline.co.uk
  Trevor Riley will be 'missed forever and loved by all his family'
  
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• Why Gateshead FC's financial uncertainty has plunged Newcastle United legends game into doubt - Chronicle Live

  07-03-2019 12:32
  Why Gateshead FC's financial uncertainty has plunged Newcastle United legends game into doubt  Chronicle LiveFormer United stars were set to play a Gateshead XI but this game could now be cancelled.
  
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• Man jailed for sexually abusing young girl in Northumberland more than 30 years ago

  07-03-2019 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Malcolm Morano, 64, was accused of abusing the youngster in a Northumberland town when she was aged between eight and 12 - now he has been sent to prison for 12 and a half years
  
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• Plans to give derelict Gateshead pub a revamp - despite anti-social behaviour fears - Chronicle Live

  07-03-2019 12:00
  Plans to give derelict Gateshead pub a revamp - despite anti-social behaviour fears  Chronicle LiveThe Chopwell closed six years ago, but now developers want to give the building a new lease of life.
  
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• Man, 46, taken to hospital in critical condition after car hits railway bridge

  07-03-2019 11:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Northumbria Police officers are trying to establish the cause of the crash that happened at around 1am
  
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• Council chiefs approve spending plans for 2019/20 including 3.99% council tax hike

  07-03-2019 11:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland City Council's Labour group rubber-stamped spending plans worth about £650m
  
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• This seaside pub is serving up a full Sunday roast dinner for just £1

  07-03-2019 11:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  "The landlord has taken leave of his senses"
  
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