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• Newcastle Council leader meets Saudi human rights activists over NUFC sportswashing concern

  18-02-2025 23:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council leader Karen Kilgour sat down with human rights campaigners on Tuesday to discuss the North East's growing links to Saudi Arabia
  
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• Jack Roles earns Gateshead victory in Sutton thriller - Worcester News

  18-02-2025 23:03 via news.google.com
  Jack Roles earns Gateshead victory in Sutton thriller  Worcester News
  
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• Jack Roles earns Gateshead victory in Sutton thriller - Sudbury Mercury

  18-02-2025 23:03 via news.google.com
  Jack Roles earns Gateshead victory in Sutton thriller  Sudbury Mercury
  
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• Drivers risk MOT failure due to headlights - what you need to know

  18-02-2025 22:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An MOT test can be made or broken depending on the brightness of your headlights, with thousands of drivers at risk of failing as a result of a mistake
  
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• DVLA revokes 140,000 driving licences from UK motorists - where in North East has highest numbers

  18-02-2025 22:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New data from the DVLA has revealed the areas in the UK with the highest number of drivers who have been banned from the roads, with some regions faring worse than others
  
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• 'Miracle nobody was killed' as rider led police on high speed chase in busy County Durham town centre

  18-02-2025 21:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ciaran Parker clocked speeds of 60mph in a 30mph zone, and rode down a pedestrianised section of Front Street in Chester-le-Street at over 40mph.
  
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• Newcastle council tax rise of 4.99% and £21m cuts move closer – but Labour hails 'end of neglect'

  18-02-2025 21:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour chiefs at Newcastle City Council say they will get a better deal from the new Government than 'fundamentally unfair' funding under Conservative rule, despite readying more budget cuts
  
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• The Jam's drummer Rick Buckler dies aged 69 as bandmates pay tribute

  18-02-2025 20:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Jam drummer Rick Buckler has sadly died at the age of 69 after a short illness, his bandmates Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton have confirmed in separate statements
  
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• Channel 4 Gogglebox family sympathy as they announce sad passing

  18-02-2025 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans of the show were quick to offer their condolences to the popular family after they announced the death of a much-loved pet
  
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• Northumbrian Water asks to increase bills by more in appeal to regulator

  18-02-2025 20:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East water supplier says it wants to invest more in environmental measures and will still have the lowest bills in the UK
  
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• Gateshead park murder trial: LIVE updates as second murder accused gives evidence - Chronicle Live

  18-02-2025 20:20 via news.google.com
  Gateshead park murder trial: LIVE updates as second murder accused gives evidence  Chronicle Live
  
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• New bin rules in England mean everyone could get four different bins in their homes

  18-02-2025 20:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new rules are designed to simplify the recycling process, with a standard set of materials to be collected everywhere in England once the changes have been made
  
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• EuroMillions and Thunderball results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Tuesday, February 18

  18-02-2025 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's EuroMillions and Thunderball draw on Tuesday, February 18
  
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• Two taken to hospital after crash which closed roads around Northumberland estate

  18-02-2025 19:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Old Great North Road and Blagdon Lane were closed for over an hour on Tuesday evening after the collision
  
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• 'Toothbrush initiative' signed off by council bosses following dental health report

  18-02-2025 19:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A dental task force has recommended council bosses take several measrues to help improve local oral health.
  
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• Newcastle Council denies claim it will cut social housing investment as rent rise signed off

  18-02-2025 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council approved a 2.7% increase in rent charges for social housing tenants on Monday as bosses rejected a suggestion that investment in its homes could be cut by almost a third
  
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• BBC Radio 2 legend Zoe Ball to make a return to radio after exit 60 days ago

  18-02-2025 19:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The iconic morning host is returning to the radio waves sooner than many expected
  
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• British Gas lists 5 gas leak warning signs and what to do if you suspect a leak

  18-02-2025 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The energy provider has urged households to be aware of these red flags as spotting the signs of a gas leak early 'can make all the difference'
  
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• Fenton John joins Stockton Town on loan - Gateshead FC

  18-02-2025 18:33 via news.google.com
  Fenton John joins Stockton Town on loan  Gateshead FC
  
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• Throckley school pupils spread massive display of love to local community

  18-02-2025 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of heartfelt letters list the reasons why students love living in Throckley following Valentine's Day
  
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• Gateshead Council's five-year autism strategy nears approval - Chronicle Live

  18-02-2025 18:10 via news.google.com
  Gateshead Council's five-year autism strategy nears approval  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead Council's five-year autism strategy nears approval

  18-02-2025 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council has committed to improve the lives of Gateshead residents living with autism, including training staff to be aware of potential barriers
  
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• North Tyneside Council set out timetable for next Local Plan

  18-02-2025 18:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An approximate timetable has been established as a first step towards the authority re-imagining its property and land priorities.
  
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• Gateshead park murder accused blames co-defendant for attacking his 'harmless friend' - Chronicle Live

  18-02-2025 18:00 via news.google.com
  Gateshead park murder accused blames co-defendant for attacking his 'harmless friend'  Chronicle Live
  
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• Gateshead park murder accused blames co-defendant for attacking his 'harmless friend'

  18-02-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony O'Donnell said it was Craig Curry who attacked Neil Selkirk in a Gateshead park after the pair squabbled over a battery pack
  
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• Six activists arrested following demonstration at Armstrong Works on Scotswood Road

  18-02-2025 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Protesters climbed onto the roof of the security building at Armstrong Works, with police saying that the protest was brought to a safe conclusion
  
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• Why is there an ongoing protest at Armstrong Works in Newcastle? Activists explain reasons behind 'direct action'

  18-02-2025 17:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Demonstrators scaled the security building at the Armstrong Works factory on Scotswood Road in Newcastle on Tuesday morning
  
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• Why disappearance of North Shields labourer Robert Scott Clive 23 years ago remains a mystery

  18-02-2025 17:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robert, known as Scott, vanished in North Shields in 2002 - here's an overview of the police investigation since then
  
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• Missing Robert Scott Clive's mum waits anxiously as police search North Shields home

  18-02-2025 17:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has now been 23 years since the 30-year-old vanished without a trace
  
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• North East has lowest number of people in work in England, new figures show

  18-02-2025 17:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A fall in the region's unemployment rate was cancelled out by a jump in the number of people classed as 'economically inactive'
  
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• Exact time to view 'Blood Moon' Lunar Eclipse, and where's best to see it

  18-02-2025 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The astral event is happening soon, with astronomers excited for the eclipse
  
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• Two arrested over 'altercation' on one of Tyneside's most sought after streets sees vehicle hit lamppost

  18-02-2025 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One man has been arrested on suspicion of affray and another on suspicion of assisting an offender
  
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• Blaydon Premier Inn applies for 20-room expansion and new breakfast venue

  18-02-2025 16:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council has received an application for the partial redevelopment of a Blaydon hotel
  
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• Driving instructor issues urgent warning against wearing one thing while driving

  18-02-2025 16:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A driving instructor has warned drivers and passengers to remove one item before getting behind the wheel, as it could cause serious injuries in the event of a car accident
  
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• Armed robbery investigation launched as Sunderland shop targeted by pair with weapons

  18-02-2025 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The report of robbery happened around 7am yesterday morning
  
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• Prudhoe Community High School closed: How online learning will work for students

  18-02-2025 16:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prudhoe Community High School in Northumberland closed on Monday after a number of cracks were identified
  
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• Renovations proposed for memorial of 17th century North Shields reformer

  18-02-2025 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The memorial and obelisk dedicated to Ralph Gardner could soon see regeneration efforts if plans are approved by council officers
  
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• Kain Adom joins AFC Fylde on loan - Gateshead FC

  18-02-2025 16:02 via news.google.com
  Kain Adom joins AFC Fylde on loan  Gateshead FC
  
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• Gateshead father and son bicycle firm secures top award for gravel model following £750k investment - Business Live

  18-02-2025 15:23 via news.google.com
  Gateshead father and son bicycle firm secures top award for gravel model following £750k investment  Business Live
  
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• Northumberland paedophile who put his young victim through 'absolute hell' jailed

  18-02-2025 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robert Evans is behind bars after the girl bravely shared her experience of being sexually assaulted at a Northumberland address in November 2022
  
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• Gateshead Premier Inn hotel applies for extention - NewcastleWorld

  18-02-2025 14:55 via news.google.com
  Gateshead Premier Inn hotel applies for extention  NewcastleWorld
  
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• Royal Mint lists rarest coins that could sell for hundreds of times their value

  18-02-2025 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From a 10p with the Angel of the North on it to the famous Kew Gardens 50p, here are the most sought-after designs to look out for in your change
  
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• New Metro fleet enters service on Sunderland line after months of delays

  18-02-2025 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Metro train finally entered service on the Green Line, first running between South Hylton and serving Sunderland city centre before going all the way to Newcastle International Airport
  
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• Drivers "deserve to be safe" as Go North East bus strike set to go ahead over safety issues

  18-02-2025 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Unite the Union said it is preparing to ballot more than 1,000 drivers and engineers at Go North East depots in Tyneside, Northumberland and County Durham
  
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• Health chiefs issue warning over winter bug as cases 'more than double' average

  18-02-2025 13:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UKHSA has urged people to take steps to stop the spread of norovirus with cases 117% higher than average - here are the symptoms to look out for
  
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• Northumberland community theatre volunteers presented with prestigious King's Award

  18-02-2025 13:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A special presentation for Seaton Delaval Arts Centre took place in January, with a visit from the Lord-Lieutenant of Northumberland
  
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• Gateshead man jailed for punching pregnant girlfriend - BBC.com

  18-02-2025 13:20 via news.google.com
  Gateshead man jailed for punching pregnant girlfriend  BBC.com
  
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• Gateshead man jailed for punching pregnant girlfriend - BBC

  18-02-2025 13:20 via news.google.com
  Gateshead man jailed for punching pregnant girlfriend  BBC
  
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• Closure orders served for three homes in Newcastle used for dangerous drug-related activity

  18-02-2025 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The closure orders mean the properties will be secured for three months while evictions are pursued
  
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• Robert Scott Clive missing LIVE: Updates as North Shields home is searched by police

  18-02-2025 12:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Detectives say Robert Clive, who was known as Scott, was at the property on Coronation Street on the night he went missing
  
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