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• Metro platforms empty, roads deserted - Tyneside quiet as schools close

  20-03-2020 21:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  12 pictures showing how the coronavirus outbreak has led to the streets of Newcastle and North Tyneside being almost empty with people opting to stay at home
  
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• Gateshead parents react to schools closing as a result of coronavirus outbreak - Chronicle Live

  20-03-2020 21:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead parents react to schools closing as a result of coronavirus outbreak  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead parents react to schools closing as a result of coronavirus outbreak

  20-03-2020 21:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Schools across the UK have closed on Friday in line with the government's advice in a bid to stop the spread of Covid-19
  
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• How some planning applications could be decided during coronavirus outbreak

  20-03-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Decisions could still be made without the need for public meetings
  
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• Family pays tribute to man stabbed to death in Durham city centre

  20-03-2020 20:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police launched a murder investigation following the death of the 41-year-old dad who was found in Mitchell Street with stab wounds
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for Friday March 20

  20-03-2020 20:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Friday March 20 - live breaking updates below
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning lottery numbers for Friday March 20

  20-03-2020 20:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Friday March 20 - live breaking updates below
  
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• North East business groups welcome Chancellor’s move to save jobs

  20-03-2020 20:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Organisations were speaking after Rishi Sunak said Government would subsidise up to 80% of workers’ wages
  
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• These Newcastle public buildings are shut due to coronavirus

  20-03-2020 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  City council bosses have confirmed that the vast majority of its libraries and community facilities will be shut until a provisional date of May 1
  
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• Ramside Hall Hotel upgraded to five-star food hygiene after re-inspection

  20-03-2020 19:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The County Durham hotel had previously been given a one-star rating after inspectors found that major improvement was required for its management of food safety.
  
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• Council calls for 'Geordie spirit' through coronavirus crisis

  20-03-2020 19:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick Forbes called Covid-19 the biggest challenge to have faced Newcastle for a century, with the council pledging to protect essential services
  
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• North Durham MP demands inquiry into Post Office IT scandal

  20-03-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One of Kevan Jones' constituents from South Stanley was falsely accused of stealing £84,000 from the Post Office
  
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• Family of Sunderland mum with coronavirus out of self-isolation and symptom free

  20-03-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman, in her 60s, remains in a coma. The family say they have been 'overwhelmed' by the messages of support
  
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• Pubs and restaurants told to shut down as government to cover workers' wages

  20-03-2020 18:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister has told nightclubs, theatres, gyms and leisure centres to close in a bid to stop the spread of coronavirus in the UK
  
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• Chancellor announces Universal Credit increase

  20-03-2020 18:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced £6bn of extra support for the welfare system to help offer financial support amid the coronavirus crisis
  
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• Drivers warned of nightworks at Sunderland's Trimdon Street roundabout

  20-03-2020 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From March 30, works will take place for four nights between 8pm-4am.
  
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• Coronavirus spreading students warned to stop partying

  20-03-2020 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Students should stay away from bars and pubs and respect social distancing advice, warns Newcastle City Council
  
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• Watch Boris Johnson's coronavirus update live as he gives latest daily briefing

  20-03-2020 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister and Chancellor Rishi Sunak are expected to announce measures to aid workers who have been affected by the Covid-19 outbreak
  
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• Watch Boris Johnson's coronavirus update as pubs, bars and restaurants are shut

  20-03-2020 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister and Chancellor Rishi Sunak announce measures to aid workers who have been affected by the Covid-19 outbreak
  
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• Watch Boris Johnson's coronavirus update as he gives latest daily briefing

  20-03-2020 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister and Chancellor Rishi Sunak announce measures to aid workers who have been affected by the Covid-19 outbreak
  
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• Two workers at HMRC offices in Longbenton 'confirmed to have coronavirus'

  20-03-2020 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The staff members at HMRC buildings at Benton Park View are said to be self-isolating at home
  
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• Third North East coronavirus patient dies as England total rises to 167

  20-03-2020 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 85-year-old man was being treated at The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough after testing positive for the Covid-19 virus
  
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• 'Majority' of Newcastle schools open on Monday for children of key workers

  20-03-2020 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The children of 'key worker's can remain in school during the coronavirus pandemic from Monday
  
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• Supermarket delivery driver tells of exhaustion amid coronavirus outbreak

  20-03-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle delivery driver claims he has been abused by customers due to the increased demand
  
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• Mum reveals coronavirus symptoms to watch out for after 'scary' Covid-19 fight

  20-03-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Freema Chambers thought she had a normal cough but tested positive for coronavirus and urges anyone who is showing symptoms or in the vulnerable group to self-isolate
  
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• Leave a message of support to help celebrate our NHS heroes

  20-03-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cleaners, nurses, porters, doctors and more who serve the NHS are dealing with an unprecedented situation - let's do our bit to thank them
  
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• Council warns half of authority's staff could be off during coronavirus pandemic

  20-03-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Covid-19 pandemic could force half of North Tyneside Council's staff to be off, warns authority boss
  
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• Coronavirus scammers offering fake door-to-door testing

  20-03-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council bosses have warned people not to let anyone into their home who claims to be conducting tests for Covid-19 or to post signs saying they are self-isolating
  
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• Hays Travel reveals 880 put on zero-hours contracts due to impact of coronavirus

  20-03-2020 16:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The owners said the Sunderland-based company had been running at minus £400,000 per day due to the Covid-19 outbreak
  
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• How GCSE and A-level exam grades will be determined

  20-03-2020 16:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Students will also have the option to sit an exam early in the next academic year – which starts in September – if they want to
  
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• Council to make 'every effort possible' to keep services operating - Gateshead Council

  20-03-2020 16:17 via gateshead.gov.uk
  Council to make 'every effort possible' to keep services operating  Gateshead Council
  
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• Mapped - the coronavirus cases in the North East

  20-03-2020 15:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The number of confirmed cases in the UK stands at 3,269, although the actual number is thought to be far higher
  
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• Man admits buying explosive equipment and inciting terror attack in Germany

  20-03-2020 14:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fatah Mohammed Abdullah purchased more than 8,000 matches, explosive pre-cursors, fireworks, fuses and a remote control detonator
  
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• Loved ones gather for funeral of Janice Woolford killed in murder suicide

  20-03-2020 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Janice Woolford, 68, was found dead in her home in Sunderland on February 26. Her son's body was also found at the scene.
  
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• Nissan suspends production at Sunderland indefinitely as coronavirus hits demand

  20-03-2020 13:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Automotive giant will continue to pay staff during the disruption
  
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• Heartwarming gesture for couple whose honeymoon was cancelled day after wedding

  20-03-2020 13:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wallsend newlyweds Debra and Michael Tweedy were hours away from jetting off to Gran Canaria when their flights were cancelled as Spain went into lockdown over Covid-19
  
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• Hear how to tell if a cough might be coronavirus

  20-03-2020 13:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  How to tell the difference between the symptoms of coronavirus and an ordinary cold or cough
  
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• Acts of kindness: Updates as people reach out during coronavirus outbreak

  20-03-2020 13:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We wanted to highlight some of the lovely, wonderful actions people are doing in the North East to help others during the coronavirus outbreak
  
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• Hartlepool United legend Ben Clark makes shock return to former club Gateshead after spell with the Newcastle United foundation - Hartlepool Mail

  20-03-2020 12:59 via hartlepoolmail.co.uk
  
  Hartlepool United legend Ben Clark makes shock return to former club Gateshead after spell with the Newcastle United foundation  Hartlepool Mail
  
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• Elton John biopic Rocketman is now available to watch at home

  20-03-2020 12:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NowTV has launched the film for home viewing
  
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• Angels of the North filming halted as Gateshead's Longlox salon closes due to coronavirus concerns - Chronicle Live

  20-03-2020 12:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Angels of the North filming halted as Gateshead's Longlox salon closes due to coronavirus concerns  Chronicle Live
  
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• How to homeschool your children - tips for parents who will be keeping kids home

  20-03-2020 12:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scores of parents will be looking after their children at home following the announcement of school closures to help stop the spread of coronavirus
  
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• First UK coronavirus arrest as man 'fails to self-isolate'

  20-03-2020 12:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 26-year-old is the first Brit to be arrested for breaching strict quarantine rules brought in to stop the spread
  
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• Newcastle to reveal emergency plan to fight Covid-19 - live updates

  20-03-2020 12:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council leader Nick Forbes, chief executive Pat Ritchie and public health director Prof Eugene Milne will confirm their measures to keep the city safe
  
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• Newcastle reveals emergency plan to fight Covid-19 - updates

  20-03-2020 12:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council leader Nick Forbes, chief executive Pat Ritchie and public health director Prof Eugene Milne confirmed their measures to keep the city safe
  
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• Emergency coronavirus measures LIVE - Newcastle to reveal plan to fight Covid-19

  20-03-2020 12:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council leader Nick Forbes, chief executive Pat Ritchie and public health director Prof Eugene Milne will confirm their measures to keep the city safe
  
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• Murder inquiry continues after man stabbed to death in Durham City

  20-03-2020 12:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A manhunt is under way after Christopher Ritchie, 41, was killed outside Durham Bus Station
  
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• MPs demand regular cash payments for every person in the country

  20-03-2020 11:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MPs from across the North East are demanding Prime Minister Boris Johnson introduced a universal basic income
  
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• Sunderland council chief to be given emergency powers during coronavirus crisis

  20-03-2020 11:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Special measures are expected to be approved next week which will see usual procedures for runningSunderland City Council (SCC)
  suspended.
  
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• Grandfather who died in Gateshead crash has been named by police as David Turnbull - Chronicle Live

  20-03-2020 10:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Grandfather who died in Gateshead crash has been named by police as David Turnbull  Chronicle Live
  
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