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• 60 of Tyneside's most wanted fugitives arrested by police in just one week

  15-09-2020 21:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dozens of the region's most wanted suspects have been detained for a range of unsolved crimes including burglary, assault and drugs offences
  
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• Mobile coronavirus testing centre arrives in Gateshead a day late

  15-09-2020 21:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A spokeswoman for the council confirmed the unit arrived on Sunday.
  
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• Gateshead's mobile coronavirus testing centre arrives a day late - Chronicle Live

  15-09-2020 21:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead's mobile coronavirus testing centre arrives a day late  Chronicle Live
  
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• Obsessed stalker left model living in fear and sent nude pictures to her mum

  15-09-2020 20:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nathan Blair, of Longbenton, falsely branded Amy Potter a prostitute, threatened her, caused her to lose work, made false reports to social services about her child and sent nude pictures to her mum
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning lottery numbers for Tuesday September 15

  15-09-2020 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday September 15 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Former Newcastle United centre-half dies aged 84

  15-09-2020 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Shields-born Malcolm Scott played for Newcastle United in the late 1950s and represented Northamptonshire as a first class cricketer during the 1960s
  
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• Mum of girl who died after downing cider calls for action on 'alcohol timebomb'

  15-09-2020 19:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Calls for a new strategy to deal with the 'hidden crisis' caused by growing alcohol addiction
  
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• £32m emergency cuts leave council 'very thinly spread'

  15-09-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick Forbes said the government had “not followed through” on promises to cover the costs of the virus crisis and it was “very clear” that there will not be more funding this year
  
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• Hexham burglar hid knives in every room as protection while ransacking Gateshead family home - Chronicle Live

  15-09-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hexham burglar hid knives in every room as protection while ransacking Gateshead family home  Chronicle Live
  
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• Facebook pervert sent '14-year-old girl' lewd photo

  15-09-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryan Griffiths, of North Shields, who has a mental health condition that makes him act impulsively, was caught by paedophile hunters who set up a decoy account on Facebook
  
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• Drive-thru Burger King at old police station faces rejection

  15-09-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plans have been met with anger from many West End residents and local councillors, fearing that the drive-thru will cause a traffic nightmare
  
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• Burglar chillingly hid knives in every room while ransacking family home

  15-09-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Johnson, of Hexham, Northumberland, broke into a family home in Crawcrook, stealing items including the victims' son's military medal
  
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• SAFC prepare for High Court fight with former club doctor over Alvarez signing

  15-09-2020 17:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The club have made complaints about Dr Ishtiaq Rehman's 'conduct and oversight' of a 'transfer medical examination' of former player Ricardo Alvarez more than five years ago
  
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• Firefighters won't enter parts of Sunderland without police escort

  15-09-2020 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plans have been unveiled for tougher sentences and £1,000 to stop thugs attacking members of the emergency services
  
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• Gateshead Council warns of an £8m overspend as coronavirus costs spiral - Chronicle Live

  15-09-2020 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council warns of an £8m overspend as coronavirus costs spiral  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead Council predicts multi-million pound overspend because of coronavirus

  15-09-2020 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council expects to overspend by £8.014m following the pandemic
  
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• Chief executive of Durham County Council Terry Collins announces retirement

  15-09-2020 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Terry Collins has led the North East's largest council through its response to the Covid-19 pandemic
  
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• Sentences for thugs who attack emergency staff to be doubled

  15-09-2020 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East MPs and police commissioner welcome new laws to punish those who attack prison officers, police, firefighters or health workers
  
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• Mobile coronavirus testing site set up in car park of Durham football club

  15-09-2020 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The testing site is available for people with symptoms to get tested today
  
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• Motorbike light parade cancelled due to new rule of six

  15-09-2020 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event, which was due to take place on Saturday, was being planned with Covid-safe measures in place but organisers say the rule of six caused confusion
  
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• How YMCA's Lampost Project is bringing smiles to kids' faces during lockdown

  15-09-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  YMCA's playworkers armed with their box of tricks have been visiting doorsteps in all weathers to engage children in a range of fun and creative activities
  
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• The shocking moment a danger driver speeds past police car while doing a wheelie

  15-09-2020 16:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Embleton, 51, has now been banned from driving after being clocked going more than 100mph
  
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• Shocking moment a danger bike rider pulls 100mph wheelie passing a police car

  15-09-2020 16:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Embleton, 51, has now been banned from driving after being clocked going more than 100mph
  
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• What happened to Dennis Nilsen as ITV drama Des horrifies viewers

  15-09-2020 16:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Serial killer Dennis Nilsen is the focus of new ITV drama Des with Broadchurch star David Tennant in the lead role
  
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• Have you tried to take a coronavirus test locally? Tell us your experiences

  15-09-2020 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take our survey to let us know what your experience has been in trying to book a coronavirus test
  
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• Ashley Banjo shares extent of vile abuse over Diversity BGT routine

  15-09-2020 16:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Diversity founder Ashley Banjo has revealed some of the disgusting the abuse he's received after their BGT performance
  
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• Jobs at risk at Greggs as bakery giant begins consultation with staff

  15-09-2020 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The company, based in Newcastle, is proposing to make changes to the way the business is run and says it aims to protect as many roles as possible
  
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• Matt Hancock studying proposals for local lockdowns in the North East

  15-09-2020 16:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Seven North East councils wrote to the Health Secretary asking for powers to impose local lockdowns
  
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• Around 90 jobs to be created in £4m investment at Northumberland business park

  15-09-2020 15:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Euro Garages will create a new development at Ashwood Business Park
  
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• Charlotte Crosby fans 'can't deal' as she shares striking new look

  15-09-2020 14:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Geordie Shore star Charlotte stunned her celebrity mates and Instagram followers with a striking new look
  
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• BBC slash Alan Shearer's pay as big earners' salaries revealed

  15-09-2020 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The BBC annual report has been published, outlining how much the top earners were paid last year
  
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• Motorcyclist, 60, dies in hospital following collision in Northumberland

  15-09-2020 14:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man, from Gateshead, was airlifted to hospital following the crash near Bellingham but could not be saved
  
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• Another Covid-19 case reported at Newcastle College

  15-09-2020 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest case is unrelated to one reported in a college staff member last week, which led to the Parsons Building on the Rye Hill campus being shut for a deep clean
  
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• Major furlough change means millions could face redundancy today

  15-09-2020 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An employment lawyer said Tuesday could be 'D-Day' for many employers with staff on furlough
  
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• Coronavirus deaths fall across country and now stand at 1% of national total

  15-09-2020 13:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Figures released by the Office for National Statistics show there were 78 Covid-19 deaths between August 29 and September 4 - the lowest weekly figure since March
  
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• Scarlett Moffatt celebrates her 30th early before 'rule of six'

  15-09-2020 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Days after revealing her 30th plans had been 'ruined' by the new rule, Scarlett celebrated in style at her home
  
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• Veterans to be guaranteed an interview - Gateshead Council

  15-09-2020 13:12 via gateshead.gov.uk
  
  Veterans to be guaranteed an interview  Gateshead Council
  
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• More than £4,000 raised after Heaton Park playground fire torched

  15-09-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Devastated parents have told of their anger and heartache as the investigation into the Heaton Park fire continues
  
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• Councillors 'shut out' of Northumberland council as motion denied hearing

  15-09-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour councillors had attempted to put forward a bid to dissolve Advance Northumberland, which was the subject of whistle-blowing claims made by the on-leave chief executive
  
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• Recalling the fall of High Street favourite, Woolworth

  15-09-2020 12:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With 'Woolworth' trending on social media across the UK, we recall the demise of the retail giant which had stores in every town
  
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• Viewers terrified by chilling David Tennant in new drama Des

  15-09-2020 12:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Tennant takes the title role in Des, the new serial killer drama that kicked off on ITV on Monday night
  
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• Thug told ex the only way she was leaving the house was 'in a bodybag'

  15-09-2020 12:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brett Lawson subjected Jessica Rodgerson to a campaign of frightening harassment and assaults as he tried to control her life
  
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• Kitten left for dead by thugs after being shot four times by air rifle

  15-09-2020 12:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The poor kitten had undergone surgery to remove its eye, along with air rifle pellets from his neck, spine and skull
  
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• Sixth form student at academy tests positive for coronavirus

  15-09-2020 12:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pupil had no symptoms of the virus but had been in contact with another person who tested positive for Covid-19, parents have been told by the school
  
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• Dr Hilary makes alarming prediction about coronavirus pandemic

  15-09-2020 12:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Speaking on Lorraine, Dr Hilary spoke about looking 'long term' when it comes to coronavirus
  
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• Work to transform Hexham Bunker into new hotel and supermarket to start

  15-09-2020 11:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Esh Construction has won the building work contract, which will get under way in the coming weeks
  
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• The 14 reasons people are allowed to gather in groups of more than six

  15-09-2020 11:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As Home Secretary Priti Patel said she would report her neighbours breaking the law, we look at who is exempt from the rule
  
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• North East unemployment remains highest in UK - with warnings of worse to come

  15-09-2020 11:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joblessness rate remains UK's highest at 5.2%, while the number of people claiming benefits has risen slightly
  
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• Piers Morgan tells 'covidiots' to take threat of lockdown seriously

  15-09-2020 10:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  GMB host Piers made an angry plea to people watching at home about 'putting their head in the sand' over coronavirus
  
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• Two men in court after police make 'largest ever seizure' of Class A drugs

  15-09-2020 10:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jason Denton, 37, and Sean Coy, 42, appeared at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court on Monday (September 14)
  
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