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• Investigation launched after knife-wielding robber targets village shop

  14-05-2020 23:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The incident happened at The Eco Supermarket in County Durham
  
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• Metro increasing frequency to allow for social distancing on trains

  14-05-2020 23:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nexus had a significantly reduced services and advised people to only travel when essential due to the pandemic
  
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• Emotional scenes as Sunderland gran who beat coronavirus joins Clap for Carers

  14-05-2020 22:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Marion Jolliff, 62, was joined by residents on her street in Pennywell to pay tribute to key workers fighting coronavirus
  
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• Dangerous driver headed into oncoming traffic on main road to flee police

  14-05-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Callum Harrison, of South Shields, had no licence or insurance when he drove dangerously in Sunderland when police tried to stop him
  
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• Kate Garraway describes 'hardest time in her life' as husband remains critical

  14-05-2020 20:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ITV presenter issued a heartfelt thank you to fans for their 'wonderful messages'
  
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• Free parking axed in Newcastle as spaces dedicated to NHS workers cut

  14-05-2020 20:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council offered at the start of lockdown to suspend parking charges at all of its car parks and on-street parking locations, but that scheme will end on Monday
  
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• Plan to send MPs back to Westminster risks spreading coronavirus

  14-05-2020 19:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle North MP Catherine McKinnell condemns demand from Tory Jacob Rees-Mogg for Parliament to return to normal
  
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• Lotto Set For Life results: Winning lottery numbers for Thursday May 14

  14-05-2020 19:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday May 14 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Lotto Set For Life results LIVE: Winning lottery numbers for Thursday May 14

  14-05-2020 19:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday May 14 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• What to do if you must travel on public transport during the pandemic

  14-05-2020 19:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport issued guidance for passengers about rules and safety measures in place
  
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• Work on new £362m Metro trains hit by Covid-19 delays

  14-05-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Transport bosses say they are confident they can still make up lost time in the delivery of the new fleet, which is due to come into use from 2023
  
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• Nurse walked home in tears after finishing 13-hour shift to find bike stolen

  14-05-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lily Richardson joined the NHS frontline early to help in the battle with Covid-19 and decided to treat herself to a bike - but only had it three weeks before the brazen thief struck
  
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• Funeral of North Shields Pride of Britain finalist Harry Mercer

  14-05-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Harry Mercer, who volunteered and helped others for more than 70 years, died of coronavirus and a handful of loved ones attended his funeral at Tynemouth Crematorium
  
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• Beer and flowers left in tribute to alleged South Shields murder victim

  14-05-2020 18:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 24-year-old was found dead in the early hours of Tuesday
  
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• Stay off trains, buses and the Metro as you return to work - Government

  14-05-2020 18:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Transport Secretary Grant Shapps urged people to walk, cycle or drive a car to work as he held the daily Downing Street coronavirus briefing
  
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• New advice for people visiting Durham's parks and beaches

  14-05-2020 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham County Council has issued fresh advice, following the Government's latest announcement
  
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• This North East town has been named one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the UK

  14-05-2020 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Condé Nast Traveller was impressed by the mix of businesses in the town, from micropubs to shops and restaurants, as well as the regeneration along the coast
  
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• Hundreds queue in Gateshead as Starbucks reopens stores in the North-East - The Northern Echo

  14-05-2020 18:18 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  
  Hundreds queue in Gateshead as Starbucks reopens stores in the North-East  The Northern Echo
  
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• 'Stay alert' message rejected by councils - BBC News

  14-05-2020 18:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  'Stay alert' message rejected by councils  BBC News
  
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• Coronavirus: Newcastle and Gateshead reject 'stay alert' message - BBC News

  14-05-2020 18:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Coronavirus: Newcastle and Gateshead reject 'stay alert' message  BBC News
  
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• North East coronavirus death toll rises by another nine

  14-05-2020 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nine more people have died in hospitals around the region as the UK death toll reached 33. 614
  
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• Netflix's Ibiza drama White Lines set to be a binge watch MUST

  14-05-2020 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Netflix are about to release White Lines, a drama set in Ibiza and with a cast including Mrs Biggs star Daniel Mays
  
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• The powers of the DCMS Committee and what it means for NUFC takeover

  14-05-2020 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MPs could investigate the potential takeover of Newcastle United due to concerns over the involvement of the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund
  
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• Dozens apply for fast-track care jobs in County Durham to tackle Covid-19

  14-05-2020 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many applicants have had interviews for roles in care workers, domestic assistants, and kitchen assistants.
  
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• Sunderland charities receive generous donation to help fight against Covid-19

  14-05-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Veterans in ?Crisis and The Fans Museum are among those given cash boosts so they can continue to support the vulnerable during the crisis
  
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• North of Tyne mayor on why schools should not reopen in June

  14-05-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North of Tyne mayor speaks about re-opening classrooms, the Metro cash crisis and implementing local lockdowns
  
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• 'It was an amazing experience' - mum on giving birth during lockdown

  14-05-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lindsay Hill, who was classed as low risk, decided to have a home birth and she says bringing her son Wesley into the world was an "amazing" experience
  
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• Calling all parents: Tell us how you're living - and surviving - lockdown

  14-05-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Calling all parents. Stop what you’re doing. Put down the wine glass. Step away from the school books. Quit pretending you can’t hear the children squabbling. We need your brains. Right here. Right now
  
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• 15 key questions answered ahead of children returning to school

  14-05-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After the Government announced their aim to reopen schools to more pupils from June 1, The Department for Education has provided answers to the key questions parents want answers to before they send their children back to school
  
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• Heartbroken loved ones line the street to say farewell to author Sheila Quigley

  14-05-2020 16:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sheila Quigley, 72, passed away after being taken to hospital with problems arising from a toe infection
  
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• Huge queues as Starbucks reopens eight branches in the North East

  14-05-2020 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The firm has announced eight North East Stores have reopened following lockdown - and NHS staff can claim a free drink
  
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• Denise Welch reveals Shearer once cracked a joke about her breasts

  14-05-2020 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Speaking on online talk show Wakey, Denise revealed all about the remark Alan Shearer made about her breasts
  
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• First picture of alleged murder victim released as second man is arrested

  14-05-2020 15:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brandon Lee, 24, was found dead inside a property on Victoria Road, South Shields, on Tuesday
  
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• Work to clear 20,000 tonnes of waste from fire-hit plant complete

  14-05-2020 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Alex Smiles site in Deptford is going to be used by crane manufacturer Liebherr, which is looking to expand its Sunderland base
  
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• Geordie girl's obsession with Ayoze Perez subject of new comedy series

  14-05-2020 15:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The girl's love for the ex-Newcastle United player is one of the storylines in comedy series Lucky B*****d
  
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• The Great North 10k in Gateshead is cancelled - The Northern Echo

  14-05-2020 15:16 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  
  The Great North 10k in Gateshead is cancelled  The Northern Echo
  
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• Sunderland youth club set up to tackle anti-social behaviour wins national award

  14-05-2020 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ‘1, 2 youth crew’ aimed to bring young people from the city together – while also learning key disciplines such as respect, teamwork and self-confidence.
  
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• Tour of Britain 2020 axed as Covid-19 impact on sport creeps into autumn

  14-05-2020 14:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK's biggest cycle race was due to take place in September but will now be held in 2021
  
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• Starbucks reopen stores in Stockton, Hartlepool and Gateshead - The Northern Echo

  14-05-2020 14:30 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  
  Starbucks reopen stores in Stockton, Hartlepool and Gateshead  The Northern Echo
  
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• 'Man in balaclava' alarms This Morning viewers with Boris comment

  14-05-2020 13:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drillminister appeared on This Morning on Thursday
  
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• Emeli Sande sends special thank you video message to key workers

  14-05-2020 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The singer, who is the chancellor of the University of Sunderland, will also perform at a free festival in Sunderland to thank the NHS which it is hoped will take place in May next year.
  
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• Councils refuse to use 'stay alert' message amid fears lockdown eased too soon

  14-05-2020 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Parts of the North East have been revealed as having some of the highest Covid-19 infection rates in the country and some councils have not repeated the Government's new guidance
  
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• Police could face huge crime spike when lockdown ends

  14-05-2020 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Kim McGuinness today publishes emergency policing plan for lockdown and the long road to recovery amid fears crime could rise as a result of coronavirus
  
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• Retail guru's plan to revive Durham city with campaign and independent shops

  14-05-2020 13:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Graham Soult, who is ranked as one of the top retail experts in the UK, will be working with businesses over the coming weeks and months
  
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• Watch 'shocking and appalling' driver lead police on high speed chase

  14-05-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Ray, of West Denton, drove in a 'shocking and appalling' way in the West End of Newcastle when police tried to pull him over
  
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• 'Ineffective' management and loud DJ music: Newcastle bar to be closed down

  14-05-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Glass House is set to be stripped of its licence to operate after complaints from city authorities over loud DJ music, “ineffective” management, and fears over children’s safety
  
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• Hadrian's Tower firm reveals hopes for Strawberry Place

  14-05-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Among the bars and restaurants planned for the High Street Group's site is a Geordie-themed venue for Newcastle United fans to visit on matchdays
  
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• Cocaine and heroin seized from Sunderland home during dawn raid

  14-05-2020 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 40-year-old man is due in court charged with possessing heroin and cocaine after drugs were seized from the Hendon home
  
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• Holly & Phillip shocked as This Morning star gives birth in bath

  14-05-2020 12:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were stunned as a This Morning expert revealed she'd given birth in the bath
  
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• NHS staff will line streets to honour nurse who died of coronavirus

  14-05-2020 12:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Keith Dunnington, of South Shields, who was a staff nurse at Gateshead's Queen Elizabeth Hospital, died on April 19 - his parents also died after contracting the virus
  
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