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• 'My mam would have burst into tears, my dad would have said: "Do you know what you are doing son?"'

  19-07-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steve Bruce reveals how his parents would have reacted to him becoming Newcastle United manager
  
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• Council set to pledge to make North Tyneside carbon neutral by 2050

  19-07-2019 21:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Report says "greater urgency" is needed for carbon reduction in the borough
  
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• Ambitious scheme will see flats used to fund church improvements

  19-07-2019 21:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  "We were the third church on 'amen corner' and we don't want to disappear like the other two have."
  
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• Danger driver who jumped red light at speed left retired man in coma with serious injuries

  19-07-2019 21:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark French only had his licence back five days when he smashed into a car at a junction in Sunderland and now he's been jailed
  
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• British ship seized by Iran military as Middle East relations crisis deepens

  19-07-2019 20:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The British Government is "urgently" seeking information after a vessel, Stena Bulk, was seized in the Strait of Hormuz
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Friday's £96m jackpot

  19-07-2019 20:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions numbers and Thunderball for Friday, July 19 are below - live breaking updates below
  
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• Tesco have 'put prices up on 1000 products this month'

  19-07-2019 20:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  According to the Press Association, leaked documents show a stealth price rise on many common household items.
  
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• One punch killer found GUILTY of the manslaughter of his friend outside Elswick pub

  19-07-2019 19:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thomas Brand killed Anthony Richardson with a single blow during a dispute outside The Chesterfield pub in Elswick
  
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• From kittiwakes to helicopter danger: Why people are objecting to the Whey Aye

  19-07-2019 19:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There have been more than 100 objections lodged against the massive plans to build Europe's tallest observation wheel on the Newcastle Quayside
  
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• Banned from the Silverlink: The thief who took a taxi to go shoplifting

  19-07-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Crafty Dean Robinson's tricks to avoid detection were made public as he appeared in court
  
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• Man and woman appear in court over disappearance of Newcastle schoolgirl

  19-07-2019 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pair appeared at South East Northumberland Magistrates' Court charged with the abduction of a girl
  
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• Barber hit with fine for flogging fake Vivienne Westwood, Hugo Boss, and Michael Kors gear

  19-07-2019 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jane McCaughey, of Magenta Court, Langley Park, pleaded guilty at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates' Court
  
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• 'I'm not ashamed to talk about it': How cooking helped a dad recover from a suicide attempt

  19-07-2019 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle chef Matei Baran hopes his Kitchen Therapy project will help people who've faced mental health problems gain skills and confidence
  
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• Customer called shop worker a 'f****** p*** b******' because he wasn't allowed to charge his phone

  19-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scott Steanson, of Gateshead, who has a number of mental health issues, admitted racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress
  
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• Labour's Kim McGuinness survives independent challenge to become new Police and Crime Commissioner

  19-07-2019 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour Councillor Kim McGuinness said she wanted to refocus on victims of crime in her new role
  
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• Amber decides between Michael and Greg in tense Love Island recoupling

  19-07-2019 16:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle beautician Amber Gill is revealed as the focus of attention as she is forced to choose between Michael and Greg - and Ovie has something to say about it
  
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• Ambitious plan for seven story apartment block next to Tynemouth Metro station revealed

  19-07-2019 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eighty apartments could be built next to Tynemouth Metro station
  
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• Saved by residents once, Fenham Community Pool is now set to close

  19-07-2019 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fenham Community Pool initially closed in 2003 after funding was withdrawn by Newcastle City Council
  
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• Reveller in court on GBH charges after punch up in Union Rooms pub

  19-07-2019 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Court hears punches were thrown and a pint poured over someone's head during incident
  
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• North East weather forecast: Met Office says we will see rain ahead of possible heatwave

  19-07-2019 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The weekend is expected to have a rainy start but temperatures are due to rise in the region and could reach "heatwave thresholds" next week
  
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• Whey Aye set to go ahead with a 'temporary' 10-year proposal despite more than 100 objections

  19-07-2019 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The wheel, which would be Europe's biggest, has been recommended for approval
  
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• Stag-do sex attacker caught with his trousers down left victim 'traumatised'

  19-07-2019 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pearse Shaun Armstrong, 40, from near Belfast in Northern Ireland, was found guilty of sexual assault at Newcastle Crown Court on Thursday
  
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• Mayor visits volunteers at Gateshead Foodbank - Gateshead Council website

  19-07-2019 14:03 via gateshead.gov.uk
  Mayor visits volunteers at Gateshead Foodbank  Gateshead Council websiteThe Mayor and Mayoress of Gateshead called in at the Gateshead Foodbank today to chat to volunteers and learn more about their work.
  
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• Melanie Hartshorn shares pictures of herself sitting up after lifesaving surgery

  19-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 29-year-old's followers breathed a sigh of relief at the news she had come round from the major operation and seemed to be recovering well
  
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• 20 headstones damaged in 'pointless vandalism' at Birtley Cemetery

  19-07-2019 13:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an investigation after the incident at Birtley Cemetery on Thursday evening
  
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• Stag do party-goer sexually assaulted woman in Gateshead hotel room - Cumbria Crack

  19-07-2019 13:33 via cumbriacrack.com
  Stag do party-goer sexually assaulted woman in Gateshead hotel room  Cumbria CrackA party-goer who came to Newcastle on a stag do has been found guilty of sexual assault. Pearse Shaun Armstrong, 40, of no fixed abode but from the Belfast ...
  
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• Woman raped by stranger in the street in New Hartley

  19-07-2019 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police has launched an investigation into the rape in New Hartley on Tuesday night
  
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• Teenager who sparked 90-minute stand-off which closed Northumberland Street jailed

  19-07-2019 12:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Teenager chucked tiles at police as he caused chaos in Northumberland Street - costing shops thousands
  
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• Walk-in centre nurse who dished out diazepam and codeine and stocked up on morphine herself struck off

  19-07-2019 12:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joanne Phelan prescribed drugs including codeine and diazepam to patients with minor aches and pains at the Ponteland Road and Battle Hill walk-in centres
  
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• Dozens of new jobs on their way to Felling as care home plans are approved

  19-07-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Care home approved despite councillor describing it as "human factory"
  
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• App described as 'TripAdvisor for breastfeeding' given backing on Tyneside

  19-07-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rates of breastfeeding in South Tyneside have historically fallen below North East and England averages
  
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• Scarlett Moffatt says 'never give up on finding your soul mate' as she gushes over new boyfriend

  19-07-2019 11:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scott Dobinson has made the former Queen of the Jungle believe in love again after 'bad experiences'
  
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• Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner election results RECAP: All the updates from the count

  19-07-2019 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four candidates are in the running in the by-election to replace Dame Vera Baird as Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner
  
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• Live: Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner election results

  19-07-2019 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four candidates are in the running in the by-election to replace Dame Vera Baird as Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner
  
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• First tenants revealed for Riga in Gateshead - Insider Media

  19-07-2019 10:02 via insidermedia.com
  First tenants revealed for Riga in Gateshead  Insider MediaThe first tenants have been unveiled for the Riga building in Gateshead's Baltic Quarter and will move into the 50000 sq ft grade-A office development in early ...
  
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• Drivers caught not wearing seat belts could be given points - some may lose their licence

  19-07-2019 09:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport's idea plan is part of big plan to improve road safety
  
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• Husband spotted having sexual activity on beach with mistress told police he was with his sister

  19-07-2019 09:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Naval Bhandari, of Gateshead, dragged his sister into his doomed plan to keep his affair secret by perverting the course of justice
  
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• Underage drinking 'hot spots' in Chester-le-Street targeted by police during summer holidays

  19-07-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Patrols will be increased in Chester-le-Street town centre and the Riverside Park during the summer holidays
  
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• 'Monster incinerator' could hamper plans to extend the Tyne and Wear Metro to Washington

  19-07-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The site, at Hillthorn Farm, is bordered on its western side by the former Leamside Line, which transport bosses have suggested could be brought back into use to extend the rail line south from Pelaw Metro Station
  
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• Here's the price of a no-deal Brexit: lower wages, higher unemployment and falling house prices

  19-07-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle MP Catherine McKinnell wants the Treasury to publish its findings for the North East as national study reveals impact of a no-deal Brexit on the UK
  
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• Government accused of 'hiding' over plea to fund drug for two Newcastle sisters

  19-07-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gail and Matthew Rich waited with bated breath for a Commons debate that should have given them the answer on whether their daughters' future on the Brineura treatment is safe
  
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• Drivers warned of delays as bridge over the A19 in South Tyneside is set to be demolished

  19-07-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  West House Bridleway Bridge, near Testo's Roundabout, is being removed over the weekend and the road will be closed
  
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• Calls made to continue successful rural Northumberland funding programme

  19-07-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leader is a community-led, rural development fund designed and delivered to support rural communities and businesses
  
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• Love Island's Joanna speaks out as Michael makes moves on Amber again

  19-07-2019 08:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Griffiths and Greg O'Shea are competing for Amber Gill's affections - but spurned Joanna has something to say
  
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• Gateshead shop closed for allegedly selling alcohol to children - The Northern Echo

  19-07-2019 08:45 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  Gateshead shop closed for allegedly selling alcohol to children  The Northern EchoA SHOP that allegedly stocked illegal cigarettes and sold alcohol to teenage children has been closed down in a joint operation with police and the…
  
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• Ant spotted back behind the wheel, 15 months after drink-drive ban, reports claim

  19-07-2019 08:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ant was banned from the roads for 20 months, but a rehabilitation course allows drink drivers to reduce the length of their punishment
  
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• Synagogue WILL open in former shop despite chippy owner's concerns

  19-07-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Planning committee unanimously voted to give religious organisation permission to turn a shop on Prince Consort Road into a place of worship
  
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• Serial thief in court 20 times last year and blacklisted from Wilkos walks free again

  19-07-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chloe Bell, 18, is barred from the Metrocentre - and even Wilkinson's - but her solicitor claims she's 'turned over a new leaf'
  
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• Power Up the North: Bishop of Newcastle warns of a wealth 'chasm' between London and the rest of the country

  19-07-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Bishop of Newcastle also called for an end to the division between the 'North of Tyne' and the rest of the North East
  
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• Family spent five hours stuck on tarmac with just a cup of orange juice after TUI emergency landing

  19-07-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A flight from Cancun to Newcastle was forced to divert to Orlando on Wednesday after a "technical issue" caused a burning smell inside the plane
  
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