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• One man taken to hospital after 'serious collision' on A19 Southbound

  04-03-2021 23:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  "One of the vehicles has overturned and come to rest on its roof."
  
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• Budget did nothing to cut child poverty in the North East

  04-03-2021 22:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than one in three children in the North East grow up in poverty
  
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• Everything we know as 16 cases of coronavirus variant identified in the UK

  04-03-2021 21:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cases of the variant, referred to as VUI-202102/04, were first identified on February 15 through genomic horizon scanning
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning numbers for Thursday, March 4

  04-03-2021 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday, March 4 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Updates on winning numbers for Thursday, March 4

  04-03-2021 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday, March 4 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Sixteen cases of new Covid-19 variant found in the UK

  04-03-2021 19:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The addition of this variant as a Variant Under Investigation (VUI) means there are now a total of four VUIs and four VOCs currently being tracked in the UK
  
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• Two Newcastle hospitals are among the best in the world says report

  04-03-2021 19:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  They were chosen in the annual list of the World's Best Hospitals drawn up by the respected US magazine Newsweek
  
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• Newcastle pothole backlog balloons to staggering £184m

  04-03-2021 19:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cost of repairing crumbling roads and pavements in the city has shot up by almost £70 million since 2018, but Newcastle will get less maintenance cash from the government this year
  
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• Yob who punched and spat on officer said 'That'll do me, cheers' as he's jailed

  04-03-2021 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vile Liam Boyle was locked-up for 12 weeks after his appalling attack left the officer with small cuts to her eye and swelling on her cheek
  
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• Twin brothers found dead at home died of 'unnatural' causes, inquest told

  04-03-2021 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  James and Eric Davis, 63, were found dead at an address on Springwell Road, in Sunderland, on February 25
  
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• Pervert who made vile comment to nine-year-old girl had indecent images

  04-03-2021 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Wrench, of Alnwick, had been sentenced for sexually communicating with a child by the time police found the child abuse images
  
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• Mass testing under way at North East schools before pupils return

  04-03-2021 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Francesca Craik, who is executive head of schools in South Shields and Peterlee, said 75% of parents had consented to children being tested
  
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• Family tribute to "fantastic" Sunderland grandad who died after being hit by car

  04-03-2021 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Craig Whitfield was sustained severe head injuries after being knocked down by a Mercedes on Hylton Road in November 2019
  
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• 'I hope next time generosity goes further North,' Tory councillors on the budget

  04-03-2021 18:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On Wednesday, Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered his spending plans in the 2021 budget.
  
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• Surge testing to take place in North East after South African variant found

  04-03-2021 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Surge testing is being targeted in TS19 postcode area in Stockton-on-Tees, in County Durham
  
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• New shows & films to binge watch on Netflix and more this weekend

  04-03-2021 18:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you're looking for things to binge watch this weekend there are offerings on Netflix, iPlayer and more
  
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• 80-year-old man hit by car in Forest Hall dies in hospital

  04-03-2021 17:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man had been crossing the road when he was struck by a red Honda Civic on Forest Hall Road
  
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• Man wielding knife at Metro station told cops he was returning it to his uncle

  04-03-2021 17:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brandon Cairns was spotted with the blade in his hand by passengers standing on the platform at Tyne Dock Metro Station earlier this year
  
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• The Rolling Stones kicked off their UK tour at Newcastle City Hall 50 years ago

  04-03-2021 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On March 4, 1971, the Rolling Stones played two shows - matinee and evening - at Newcastle City Hall on their first UK tour since 1967
  
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• Pensioner attacked in her own home as thugs attempt to steal mobility scooter

  04-03-2021 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brave Ida Brown, who has cancer, has now spoke about her ordeal as police hunt the 'abhorrent' attackers
  
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• Gosforth woman offered jab appointment 213 miles away

  04-03-2021 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Family say they're concerned there's a flaw in the vaccine booking system, after a woman was offered her first dose in Dudley, near Birmingham, and her second in Newcastle
  
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• Gateshead pensioner, 79, brutally attacked by thieves attempting to steal mobility scooter - Chronicle Live

  04-03-2021 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead pensioner, 79, brutally attacked by thieves attempting to steal mobility scooter  Chronicle Live
  
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• Council accused of leaving Keelmen's Hospital 'neglected'

  04-03-2021 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 320-year-old at-risk building has been put on the market, but a councillor fears that its poor state could put off potential buyers who could redevelop it
  
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• Every North East Wetherspoons reopening on April 12

  04-03-2021 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pub chain confirmed plans to reopen outlets across the UK next month, as Boris Johnson lifts restrictions on hospitality businesses with outdoor areas
  
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• New series of Vera to kick off with grisly Tynemouth murder

  04-03-2021 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV have confirmed details of Vera series 11 with two episodes of the hit drama set to air in spring
  
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• WhatsApp changes: Major new features added

  04-03-2021 16:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  WhatsApp is adding some handy new features to its desktop version
  
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• Gateshead civil engineers look to future with £250,000 investment - Business Live

  04-03-2021 16:00 via business-live.co.uk
  
  Gateshead civil engineers look to future with £250,000 investment  Business Live
  
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• Dermot makes 'honest' confession about This Morning partnership

  04-03-2021 15:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dermot O'Leary has opened up on his This Morning partnership with Friday co-presenter Alison Hammond
  
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• Teenager taken to hospital after being hit by a bus

  04-03-2021 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police said the youngster's injuries were not thought to be life-threatening
  
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• Outrage as schools charged for using Consett swimming pool - despite closure

  04-03-2021 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham County Council said schools paying for swimming lessons and transport was in line with Government guidance
  
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• Kate Garraway to give 'intimate insight' into family's Covid trauma

  04-03-2021 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In documentary Finding Derek, GMB star Kate Garraway will talk about the impact of Covid-19 on her family and others
  
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• Royal Mail scam warning: UK scam emerges which could drain bank accounts

  04-03-2021 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A warning has been issued after more than 1,700 reports of the scam
  
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• Newcastle's Darn Crook 90 years ago - the long lost Newcastle street

  04-03-2021 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darn Crook has its roots deep in the city’s history and its name possibly derives from it being a dark, dingy twisting lane in bygone times
  
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• Newcastle council tax hike and £40m cuts approved

  04-03-2021 13:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillors approved a 4.95% council tax rise at a budget meeting on Wednesday, as well as savings that will mean higher charges for things like parking and bin collections
  
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• John Darwin canoe 'death' fraud to become major ITV drama

  04-03-2021 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV have announced four part drama The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe all about John Darwin's canoe scandal
  
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• Supermarket worker goes viral for her incredible make-up transformations

  04-03-2021 13:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shannon Farrer has had 200,000 views on TikTok for her incredible make-up transformations
  
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• Aldi worker goes viral for her incredible make-up transformations

  04-03-2021 13:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shannon Farrer has had 200,000 views on TikTok for her incredible make-up transformations
  
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• Walkergate shooting suspect remains in police custody as investigation continues

  04-03-2021 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 48-year-old was arrested on Monday following the incident on Sunday where a firearm was allegedly discharged
  
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• DWP to pay 200,000 retired women up to £13,500 after underpaying them

  04-03-2021 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Around 200,000 people on the "old" pension could be in line for payout
  
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• Motorcyclist in court accused of crashing into girl, nine, in North Shields

  04-03-2021 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Morris allegedly caused the youngster serious injuries, including a bleed on the brain, by driving his motorcycle dangerously
  
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• Watch the moment police discover a Heaton loft stuffed full of cannabis plants

  04-03-2021 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An investigation is under way following the discovery on Tuesday
  
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• World Book Day 2021: Send us your pictures from across the North East

  04-03-2021 12:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Although World Book Day will be very different this year, it hasn't stopped children from dressing up
  
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• Rita Ora REPLACED on panel as Masked Singer spin-off confirmed

  04-03-2021 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV has confirmed The Masked Singer spin-off The Masked Dancer but Rita Ora won't be on the panel for it
  
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• Masked Singer spin-off confirmed as Rita Ora REPLACED on panel

  04-03-2021 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV has confirmed The Masked Singer spin-off The Masked Dancer but Rita Ora won't be on the panel for it
  
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• Phillip Schofield tipped to replace Bradley Walsh on The Chase

  04-03-2021 12:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This Morning and Dancing on Ice presenter Phillip is being tipped to replace Bradley Walsh on The Chase
  
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• Martin Lewis finds small Budget detail which has left people 'sick with worry'

  04-03-2021 12:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The financial guru has been looking into the details of Rishi Sunak's Budget - and he discovered something that may be bad news for countless people
  
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• Nissan recruiting for 100 jobs in Sunderland as it gears up for new Qashqai

  04-03-2021 12:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Production starts soon on the third generation of the popular Nissan model, triggering the recruitment drive
  
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• Amazon opens first checkout-free grocery store in UK - take a look inside

  04-03-2021 11:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On Thursday, the company opened the doors to its inaugural Amazon Fresh shop in the country - here's what customers can expect to see
  
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• Ant and Dec hit by Ofcom complaints over Gordon Ramsey insult

  04-03-2021 11:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Saturday Night Takeaway has sparked Ofcom complaints after Gordon Ramsay's controversial appearance last weekend
  
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• Rishi Sunak confirms he will slash Universal Credit by £20 a week in October

  04-03-2021 11:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chancellor confirmed he would not extend the temporary uplift beyond the end of September
  
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