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• Mother and son rescued by lifeguards after drifting off to sea on inflatable paddleboard

  08-08-2019 21:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A mother and her eight-year-old son were on a paddleboard off Seaburn beach when the wind blew them out to sea
  
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• Firefighters rescue cat and her kittens from shed fire in West Denton on International Cat Day

  08-08-2019 21:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters were able to rescue the moggy and her nine babies from a house in West Denton after a fire broke out
  
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• 'Welcome home big man': Fans and former players react to Andy Carroll's return to Newcastle United

  08-08-2019 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The news that Andy Carroll is making a sensational return to his boyhood club was met with delight from fans and former players alike
  
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• Vital equipment used by firefighters for water rescues stolen as they trained in Sunderland

  08-08-2019 20:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Trolleys used to transport engines down to the fire service's rescue boat were stolen as the crews trained on the River Wear.
  
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• Lotto results: National Lottery Set For Life winning numbers for Thursday, August 8

  08-08-2019 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday, August 8 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• When thunderstorms are predicted to arrive in the North East this weekend

  08-08-2019 19:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected to strike around the North East on Friday and Saturday so we've taken a look at the forecast
  
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• 'It's good to be back': Eric McKenna's rape victim moves home 35 years after horror attack forced her to leave Newcastle

  08-08-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wendy Forrester says she finally feels safe to return now double rapist who left her traumatised is behind bars
  
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• Absolutely kebab-ulous! Elder and Wolf announce plans for 'sister' restaurant in Whitley Bay

  08-08-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The venue will be called Wolf Island and will be on the site of a former Pizza Hut on Whitley Road
  
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• Temptation Island arrives on UK TV and makes Love Island look very tame

  08-08-2019 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Suffering from Love Island withdrawals? Temptation Island might be the perfect show to cure them
  
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• Police investigate as woman glassed outside Newcastle city centre pub in daylight assault

  08-08-2019 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating after a woman said she had been glassed during a fight outside The Bacchus pub in Newcastle
  
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• 5,000 new homes could be built in South Tyneside after planning policy overhaul

  08-08-2019 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest draft of the South Tyneside Local Plan has been approved for public consultation
  
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• Arrest made in West Denton after teenager 'shot in the leg' in Elswick

  08-08-2019 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are acting on intelligence that a firearm was used in the early hours of Wednesday morning in Elswick
  
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• Work on £6m Morpeth First School in Northumberland nears completion ahead of new term

  08-08-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Morpeth First School is set to open to pupils next month
  
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• Iran-born South Shields man says tensions in the Gulf mean a 'scary' time for Iranians in the UK

  08-08-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Shields father-of-three Siamak Kaikavoosi says he feels "sad and scared" watching the situation in his home country
  
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• 'Bigg Market is calling your name': Best reactions to Andy Carroll signing for Newcastle United

  08-08-2019 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fans have been having their say on Andy Carroll's return on social media
  
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• Picture exclusive: Andy Carroll is at St James' Park to finalise a dream return to Newcastle United

  08-08-2019 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have agreed a return with Andy Carroll and he's at St James' Park ahead of signing the deal
  
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• 'People will die' - Tower block residents fear for safety after caretaker service cuts

  08-08-2019 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Three out-of-hours caretakers are cover the thousands of residents living in 47 Your Homes Newcastle tower blocks across Newcastle although emergency staff are also available
  
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• Ronnie O'Sullivan bringing 'no holds barred' one-man show to Gateshead - Chronicle Live

  08-08-2019 16:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Ronnie O'Sullivan bringing 'no holds barred' one-man show to Gateshead  Chronicle LiveThe five times World Champion snooker player is one of sport's most entertaining characters.
  
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• Who is Andy Carroll's fiance? All you need to know about Billi Mucklow

  08-08-2019 16:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andy Carroll is returning to Newcastle United with his fiance, ex TOWIE star Billi Mucklow
  
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• These roads in Newcastle and Gateshead will be closed Saturday for Try on the Tyne duathlon, 10k and 5k - Chronicle Live

  08-08-2019 15:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  These roads in Newcastle and Gateshead will be closed Saturday for Try on the Tyne duathlon, 10k and 5k  Chronicle LiveRoads will be shut in the Quayside areas of Newcastle and Gateshead on Saturday as a series of duathlon events are being staged. The Try on the Tyne events ...
  
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• Cream Curls ice cream parlour to open new branch in Metrocentre

  08-08-2019 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The chain allows customers to create unique ice creams rolls by mixing dozens of toppings
  
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• Who will be the Overall Charity of the Year at this year's grand final?

  08-08-2019 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cream of the region's charitable sector will go head to head at this year's North East Charity Awards
  
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• Jealous ex who attacked school run mum yells ‘I’m above the law’ in the dock

  08-08-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michelle Clough, of King Henry Court, Sunderland, was seen dancing and shouting in court
  
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• Gateshead pub manager fined after mounds of rubbish found in car park - Chronicle Live

  08-08-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Gateshead pub manager fined after mounds of rubbish found in car park  Chronicle LiveBenny Maddison, manager of the Bensham Jockey pub in Gateshead, has been fined for waste offences.
  
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• Gateshead pub manager fined after mounds of rubbish found in car park

  08-08-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Benny Maddison, manager of the Bensham Jockey pub in Gateshead, has been fined for waste offences
  
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• £1.5bn Sunderland investment programme hailed by council bosses

  08-08-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  City council bosses have hailed a series of of investment proposals for Sunderland, which they claim is part of a '£1.5 billion programme of investment' for Wearside
  
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• Did you see her? Brenda Blethyn and Vera crew bring crime drama to Port of Tyne

  08-08-2019 13:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ITV team spent a day filming at the Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal in North Shields and even took time out to meet staff at the site
  
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• Did you see her? Brenda Blethyn and Vera crew bring crime drama to DFDS ferry terminal

  08-08-2019 13:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ITV team spent a day filming at the Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal in North Shields and even took time out to meet staff at the site
  
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• Investigation under way after man and woman found dead

  08-08-2019 12:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating the deaths but have said they are not believed to be suspicious
  
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• 'Bring him home' - Newcastle fans react excitedly to Andy Carroll talks

  08-08-2019 12:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Carroll is in talks about rejoining Newcastle and fans are excited
  
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• Methodist preacher who helped Newcastle's homeless youngsters honoured

  08-08-2019 12:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thomas Bowman Stephenson opened a home for destitute boys 180 years ago, eventually it became a children's charity which is still going strong today
  
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• Met Office extend Saturday's thunderstorm warning set to bring 'torrential downpours'

  08-08-2019 12:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East is expected to be hit with heavy thundery showers on Saturday with potential flooding and travel disruption predicted
  
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• How do I apply to Clearing and Adjustment after A-level results and how does it work?

  08-08-2019 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With students nervously awaiting their A-level results, we look at what you have to do if you need to apply to Clearing and Adjustment
  
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• Flats plan lodged for former Hill Park Community Centre in Jarrow

  08-08-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The building has a shop on the ground floor with the first floor currently empty
  
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• Calls for action on 'rat run' Sunderland road after one injured in multi-vehicle crash

  08-08-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to the Barnes area following a smash at the junction of Cleveland Road and Colchester Terrace
  
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• When is the Jade Goody documentary next on? Channel 4 show debuts to huge reaction

  08-08-2019 11:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jade Goody: The Reality Star Who Changed Britain debuted on Channel 4 on Wednesday night
  
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• Police identify 68-year-old woman who died following A1 crash

  08-08-2019 11:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mary Graham died two days after a collision with a van in County Durham and two other passengers were seriously injured
  
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• Heather Mills calls on Boris Johnson to invest in her North East vegan factories

  08-08-2019 09:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The entrepreneur wants the Government to help boost business
  
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• NHS Northumberland CCG's journey back from special measures and legal directions

  08-08-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  How the organisation, which plans and buys the county's healthcare, turned itself around
  
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• Barber used scissors to stab friend who was recovering from stroke in 'frenzied and savage' attack

  08-08-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gaige Temple went to the rehabilitation centre in Gateshead where his friend and carer was recovering from a stroke and repeatedly stabbed him
  
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• Alnwick councillor selected to run for parliament in Yorkshire prompting resignation calls

  08-08-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A call has been made for Robbie Moore to resign his seat as county councillor for Alnwick
  
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• Adorable! Meet the first baby born at South Tyneside midwifery-led birthing centre

  08-08-2019 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Abi Kennedy and Jack Bickley welcomed their new baby daughter on Tuesday
  
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• 'Paranoid' boyfriend who caused bone-deep wound to partner's head with Bellabrusco bottle is freed

  08-08-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nathan Ariss, of South Shields, smashed the wine bottle into his girlfriend's forehead and left her with blood pouring down her face
  
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• Brexit planning 'well advanced' say, Sunderland City Council bosses

  08-08-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bosses at Sunderland City Council have insisted Brexit planning is 'well advanced' following a government directive to beef-up no-deal preparations
  
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• £4.5m refurbishment of troubled Haydon Bridge High School given the green light

  08-08-2019 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The school has endured a troubled few years since falling into special measures
  
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