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• Newcastle freshers given 'Instagram drug calling cards' days after arriving

  06-10-2020 23:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Freshers at Newcastle University, where two 18-year-olds have died following a suspected drugs tragedy have reported receiving 'calling cards' from drug dealers
  
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• Pub shut down after police find customers mingling with other households

  06-10-2020 21:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers said there was no social distancing inside The Wharton Arms, which is the first pub in Northumberland to be closed using new powers
  
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• 'Bloodbath' murder accused allegedly inflicted more than 100 injuries on old pal

  06-10-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ross Miller and Garry Miller, of South Shields, deny murdering Brandon Lee, of Jarrow and are standing trial at Newcastle Crown Court
  
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• Covid-19 outbreak at Bensham care home as residents and staff catch virus

  06-10-2020 20:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Management at Rosewood House say a 'small number' of people have caught the virus
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning lottery numbers for Tuesday October 6

  06-10-2020 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday October 6 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Sub-postmasters wrongly accused of fraud 'must get compensation'

  06-10-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Kevan Jones warns 2,000 compensation claims have been made, but not a penny has yet been paid out
  
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• Newcastle Central Station: An everyday scene in 1970

  06-10-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Central Station marked 170 years since its opening recently. Here, exactly 50 years ago, a couple of diesels were going about their everyday business
  
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• Dad-of-three left with fractured skull after horror bike smash

  06-10-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gareth Amer, 38, was taken to Newcastle's RVI after the bike crash where he spent almost a fortnight
  
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• Calls for three months additional paid maternity leave due to coronavirus

  06-10-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Catherine McKinnell led calls for maternity leave to be extended
  
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• 'Abhorrent' and 'callous' lowlife stole from vulnerable cerebral palsy sufferer

  06-10-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kayla Banton, of Gateshead, who previously targeted dementia and Parkinson's sufferers, stole from a vulnerable man cerebral palsy after pretending to be his friend
  
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• Confirmed coronavirus cases at car parts factory almost double

  06-10-2020 18:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Unipres in Washington said 27 of its employees have now tested positive for coronavirus
  
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• How Trump's 'don't be afraid' Covid messages contradict UK health advice

  06-10-2020 17:50 via undefined
  
  The President of the USA played down the impact of coronavirus and took a drive-past trip to greet well-wishers just days after testing positive
  
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• Hundreds of jobs to go at Virgin Money, including losses at Gosforth HQ

  06-10-2020 17:48 via undefined
  
  400 jobs are to be cut across the bank's offices in Newcastle, Glasgow and Leeds as part of its merger with CYBG
  
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• Further arrest made as investigation into deaths of four young people continues

  06-10-2020 17:29 via undefined
  
  Officers investigating the tragic deaths of four young people confirmed that they have made a total of 11 arrests since enquiries began
  
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• Calls for Northumbria University boss' resignation after 770 coronavirus cases

  06-10-2020 17:06 via undefined
  
  The University and Colleges Union says that Prof Andrew Wathey should “own up to his failings” after hundreds of students tested positive for coronavirus
  
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• Three Geordie Shore stars make TV rich list thanks to hefty fortunes

  06-10-2020 17:00 via undefined
  
  Three former Geordie Shore cast members are among the highest earning reality TV stars in the UK
  
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• Sale price of D'acqua restaurant halves to make way for 'exciting project'

  06-10-2020 17:00 via undefined
  
  The well-loved restaurant is situated on John Street and forms part of an established eating and drinking circuit
  
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• Barbers give free cuts to deprived teens with job interviews in lockdown

  06-10-2020 17:00 via undefined
  
  Webster and Carr Premium Barbers, who are taking part in Your Homes Newcastle scheme, have been donating their services to help young people at risk of homelessness to prepare for their future
  
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• What 'disappearing' 'Possible COVID-19 Exposure' Test and Trace alert means

  06-10-2020 16:33 via undefined
  
  If your NHS Test and Trace app has flashed up a 'Possible COVID-19 Exposure' alert but offered no further instruction, don't worry
  
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• Eight staff and two pupils test positive for Covid-19 at primary school

  06-10-2020 15:57 via undefined
  
  Youngsters across five year groups have been asked to self-isolate after the positive cases were confirmed at Mortimer Primary School in South Tyneside
  
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• Mum and daughter suffering sleepless nights after burglar crept into their home

  06-10-2020 15:46 via undefined
  
  Intruder David Cox entered the 13-year-old girl's bedroom but fled the scene when he saw her
  
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• 'Hangry' Piers Morgan rants at UberEats over 'soggy' McDonald's

  06-10-2020 15:39 via undefined
  
  Piers Morgan launched a Twitter rant at delivery service UberEats over his less than impressive McDonald's order
  
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• Brandon Lee murder LIVE: Updates as two South Shields brothers stand trial

  06-10-2020 15:30 via undefined
  
  Ross Miller and Garry Miller, of South Shields, are standing trial accused of killing Jarrow man Brandon Lee in May
  
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• Tributes pour in for much-loved 21-year-old Kyle Dilks who was 'always smiling'

  06-10-2020 15:26 via undefined
  
  The community is mourning the loss of the popular Cramlington man who was renowned for his likeable personality and sense of humour
  
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• Whitley Bay cinema gets Government grant to help it through coronavirus crisis

  06-10-2020 15:19 via undefined
  
  Jam Jar Cinema is one of 42 independents around the country to benefit from the Cultural Recovery Fund
  
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• All of the key points from Boris Johnson's speech at Tory Party conference

  06-10-2020 15:06 via undefined
  
  In his speech to the Conservative Party conference, Tory leader Boris Johnson insisted he has not lost his 'mojo' after coronavirus infection
  
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• First footage from the scene after weapon is fired at a window in West Denton

  06-10-2020 14:58 via undefined
  
  A police cordon remains in place on Tuesday afternoon following the shooting using an air gun
  
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• Sunderland council faces funding crisis which may see housing projects scrapped

  06-10-2020 14:38 via undefined
  
  It's estimated that the financial cost of the pandemic on Sunderland City Council is almost £50m
  
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• Chloe Ferry shows off results of breast surgery in Turkey

  06-10-2020 14:34 via undefined
  
  Chloe Ferry has taken to Instagram to show off the results of her breast reduction after flying to Turkey for surgery
  
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• Date and sites suggested for opening of new hospital in Durham

  06-10-2020 14:06 via undefined
  
  Services at Shotley Bridge could be moved to a different site
  
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• Bower wants Bradford to be more clinical after Gateshead loss - Bradford Telegraph and Argus

  06-10-2020 14:06 via thetelegraphandargus.co.uk
  
  Bower wants Bradford to be more clinical after Gateshead loss  Bradford Telegraph and Argus
  
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• Nissan urges Brexit deal as reports emerge it has asked for tariff help

  06-10-2020 13:53 via undefined
  
  Reports in Japan suggest Nissan and Toyota are asking the Government to cover tariffs on exported cars if a Brexit deal cannot be reached
  
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• Hollywood star apologises to Kate Garraway over coronavirus comments

  06-10-2020 13:38 via undefined
  
  Hollywood actor Dominic West has apologised to GMB host Kate Garraway over comments he made about coronavirus
  
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• Campaigners protest outside hospital against 'rushed' coronavirus vaccine

  06-10-2020 13:32 via undefined
  
  A group of people stood outside Hartlepool Hospital on Tuesday morning with placards reading "My body, my choice", "trial MPs first" and "we do not consent to rushed covid vax"
  
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• Top Northumberland County Council official back to work after 'extended leave'

  06-10-2020 13:18 via undefined
  
  Mrs Lally was put on 'extended leave' after leaked emails raised concerns about the council's development arm
  
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• Washington football club's heartbreak after vandals destroy their pitches

  06-10-2020 13:00 via undefined
  
  Vandals drove across the pitches at Washington AFC causing extensive damage just two weeks after games had started again
  
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• Hotel wins booze licence bid after rejecting rowdy stag and hen party claims

  06-10-2020 13:00 via undefined
  
  The Clifton House Hotel has pledged that its anti-social behaviour problems are "history", amid objections from neighbours over its plans to sell alcohol to guests
  
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• Covid-19 data loss Q&A - was it really such a big deal?

  06-10-2020 13:00 via undefined
  
  Around 16,000 positive Covid-19 results were temporarily lost last week as a result of a technical glitch
  
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• Comedian and Amanda Holden spark 892 BGT complaints to Ofcom

  06-10-2020 12:41 via undefined
  
  Britain's Got Talent has been the subject of hundreds more complaints to Ofcom after Saturday's semi-final
  
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• Martin Lewis issues warning to homeowners about mortgage changes

  06-10-2020 12:28 via undefined
  
  The financial journalist has highlighted some changes that could have an impact on homeowners and those looking to buy a new property
  
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• How Universal Credit, pensions and furlough change this month

  06-10-2020 12:28 via undefined
  
  Many Universal Credit claimants will be getting extra cash, but the news is not as good for people approaching retirement
  
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• Tributes paid to Andrew Lakey who tragically died at scene of Washington crash

  06-10-2020 11:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andrew Lakey, 40, was found dead at the scene of the crash on the Havannah Roundabout on Sunday
  
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• Dr Hilary tells Brits to prepare for a 'VERY unhappy Christmas'

  06-10-2020 11:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Hilary Jones said that unless things change, with coronavirus Brits need to prepare for a 'very unhappy Christmas'
  
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• Heartfelt tributes paid to university student who died in alleged drug incident

  06-10-2020 11:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jeni Larmour, 18, who was studying at Newcastle University, was tragically found dead on Saturday
  
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• More than 70 staff and students at Durham University test positive for Covid-19

  06-10-2020 10:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The university says there has been "a small but growing" number of positive cases since the start of the term
  
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• North East drug death tragedy: Everything we know so far

  06-10-2020 10:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation is under way after four young people, including three students, died in suspected drug incidents over the weekend
  
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• McAfee reveals 10 most dangerous celebrities to search for online

  06-10-2020 10:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tom Hardy, Idris Elba, Ruth Jones and Graham Norton content searches were all found to be linked to pages riddled with viruses
  
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• Speechless Kate Garraway heartbroken by Trump's coronavirus claims

  06-10-2020 10:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  GMB presenter Kate Garraway was left almost speechless by Donald Trump's attitude to coronavirus after he left hospital
  
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• When Newcastle and Gateshead were hit by a disaster that people thought was 'the end of the world' - Chronicle Live

  06-10-2020 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  When Newcastle and Gateshead were hit by a disaster that people thought was 'the end of the world'  Chronicle Live
  
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• Tyneside disaster that felt like 'the end of the world'

  06-10-2020 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 'great fire of Newcastle and Gateshead' killed 53 people and destroyed a large area of the Quayside following a devastating explosion on October 6, 1854
  
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