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• Preston 1-1 Newcastle analysis: While Mitrovic grasps his chance, Darlow sees his snatched away

  22-07-2017 23:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez is determined to move on some players this summer - with Karl Darlow and Aleksandar Mitrovic possibly leaving
  
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• Man rescued from Walker house fire is 'dragged' out of home by neighbour to safety

  22-07-2017 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the blaze on Wigmore Avenue on Saturday
  
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• Red Arrows mark spectacular end to wet and windy second day of Sunderland Airshow

  22-07-2017 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first full day of displays was marred by bad weather leading to a number of cancelled displays
  
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• Rafa Benitez gives first impressions on Newcastle United debut boys Jacob Murphy and Javier Manquillo

  22-07-2017 20:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Magpies take a 1-1 draw during second friendly of pre-season against Preston North End and now face Bradford on Wednesday
  
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• Robbin Ruiter impressed Simon Grayson in Sunderland's friendly win at Bradford City

  22-07-2017 19:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland manager Simon Grayson was pleased with trialist keeper Robbin Ruiter and may now hand him a contract on Wearside
  
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• Jacob Murphy admits pulling on Newcastle United shirt was an emotional experience

  22-07-2017 19:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United new boy proud to make his debut in front of his Toon supporting parents at Deepdale
  
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• Tribute to North East sporting great 50 years on from Tour de France death

  22-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bradley Wiggins was among riders who made the pilgrimage to the spot Tom Simpson died at the tragic age of 29
  
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• North East prisons from the sky: This is how our jails look from above

  22-07-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Behind the imposing prison walls lies mazes of wings holding thousands of criminals in our region
  
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• Rafa Benitez 'hopeful' of another new signing soon but issues warning to current Newcastle squad

  22-07-2017 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United were held to a 1-1 draw by Preston North End at Deepdale with Rafa Benitez keen to bring in more players
  
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• Newcastle Pride gets under way with the rain failing to dampen the mood

  22-07-2017 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The showers held off for the annual city centre parade with smiles all round as the event kicked off on Saturday
  
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• 'Mitro scores against Preston, the world turns on its axis' - Newcastle fans react to Serbian's goal

  22-07-2017 18:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Mitrovic kept up his fine recent record against Preston, as he opened up his pre-season account with a goal at Deepdale
  
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• Preston 1-1 Newcastle: Mitrovic shines but Darlow's situation is baffling - 5 things we learned

  22-07-2017 18:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Aleksandar Mitrovic scored and impressed in Newcastle United's 1-1 draw at Preston North End - but what next for Karl Darlow?
  
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• Bradford City 2-3 Sunderland report: Trialist keeper Robbin Ruiter impresses in friendly win

  22-07-2017 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Josh Maja, Jeremain Lens, and Billy Jones were on target for Sunderland at Valley Parade, but it was the trialist keeper who attracted the attention
  
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• Preston 1-1 Newcastle United match report: Rafa Benitez's men are held at Deepdale

  22-07-2017 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United returned from their training camp in Ireland to take on Alex Neil's Preston side at Deepdale
  
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• Preston 1-1 Newcastle player ratings: Who stood out in second pre-season friendly of the summer

  22-07-2017 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez shuffled his squad again for the clash against Alex Neil's side at Deepdale
  
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• 'Lens must stay, Lens must play' - Sunderland fans react as Jeremain Lens continues to impress

  22-07-2017 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Despite an uncertain future, Lens scored his fourth goal of pre-season as the Dutch international produced another masterful display
  
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• 'He could be a big player for us' - Sunderland fans excited about Josh Maja as he bags another goal

  22-07-2017 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 18-year-old has now scored four goals in pre-season and Sunderland fans are excited about what he can offer the side next season
  
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• The moving stories which taught a cancer surgeon things he'd never known about the disease

  22-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new book documents the experiences of people who sought help at support charity Cancer Connections, in South Tyneside
  
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• Newcastle dad stole more than £20,000 of jewellery from wife, daughter and mother-in-law

  22-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Abdul Razaq, from Fenham, pawned his relatives' treasured jewels for less than half their value to fund his gambling addiction
  
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• Does Gary Lineker provide better value for money than Theresa May?

  22-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I would suggest the former England striker and now BBC broadcaster is much more of a success than the PM
  
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• Bride spent £25k after supergluing her own teeth to make sure she got wedding of her dreams

  22-07-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead's Mavis Nelson-Chapman spent the money as she prepared to walk down the aisle with husband Stephen who has incurable cancer
  
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• Newcastle United under-23's announce friendly against Whitley Bay on Tuesday evening

  22-07-2017 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Peter Beardsley will take his young Magpies to Hillheads on Tuesday evening as they take in their third friendly of pre-season
  
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• Sunderland Airshow: Clouds ground some aerial displays

  22-07-2017 16:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Thousands turn up to the Seaburn and Roker seafronts, despite the inclement weather.
  
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• Aston Villa pair left out of club's pre-season tour of Germany as Sunderland remain interested

  22-07-2017 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland are on the lookout for further signings and the future of two transfer targets remain unclear after pre-season snub
  
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• Sunderland Airshow 2017 LIVE: Some aerial displays cancelled after bad weather on seafront

  22-07-2017 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates from the second day of the Sunderland International Airshow, including timings, travel and all you need to know about the weekend's event
  
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• Sunderland Airshow 2017 LIVE: Red Arrows to go ahead after some displays cancelled by bad weather

  22-07-2017 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Updates from the second day of the Sunderland International Airshow, including timings, travel and all you need to know about the weekend's event
  
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• Sunderland Airshow 2017 LIVE: Red Arrows go ahead after some displays cancelled by bad weather

  22-07-2017 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Updates from the second day of the Sunderland International Airshow, including timings, travel and all you need to know about the weekend's event
  
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• All you need to know as bad weather causes cancellations at Sunderland Airshow

  22-07-2017 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The flying got started two hours behind schedule with two parachute teams being unable to take part due to the bad weather on the seafront
  
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• Alleged Houghton-le-Spring hit-and-run murder victim Gary Wood is laid to rest

  22-07-2017 14:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Horsedrawn carriage takes 42-year-old Manchester United fan Gary Wood, of Houghton-le-Spring, to final resting place
  
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• 'This is what you dream of' - Steph Houghton targets Euro glory with England

  22-07-2017 14:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  England made a bold first statement in the Euro 2017 opener against Scotland, and captain Steph Houghton is hoping for more of the same
  
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• Callous burglar who targeted couples in their 80s and 90s has appeal bid thrown out

  22-07-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Derek Howe, 47, of Brunton Grove, Fenham will serve five years for his callous crimes
  
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• Newcastle United goalkeeper hunt takes new twist as Darren Randolph joins Middlesbrough

  22-07-2017 13:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle's decision to hold out for more money for Karl Darlow sees Boro turn elsewhere and sign keeper who was also offered to United
  
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• Bradford vs Sunderland AFC LIVE: Robbin Ruiter starts for Black Cats at Valley Parade

  22-07-2017 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates as Simon Grayson takes his Sunderland side to Valley Parade to take on Stuart McCall's Bradford City in their latest pre-season friendly
  
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• Bradford 0-3 Sunderland AFC LIVE: Josh Maja, Jermaine Lens and Billy Jones on target

  22-07-2017 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Live updates as Simon Grayson takes his Sunderland side to Valley Parade to take on Stuart McCall's Bradford City in their latest pre-season friendly
  
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• Preston vs Newcastle United LIVE: Aleksandar Mitrovic and Siem de Jong start for Magpies

  22-07-2017 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  All the build-up, match coverage, analysis and reaction as Newcastle United head to Deepdale to face Alex Neil's Preston North End
  
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• Preston 1-1 Newcastle United LIVE: Aleksandar Mitrovic opens the scoring but Barkhuizen draws it level

  22-07-2017 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  All the build-up, match coverage, analysis and reaction as Newcastle United head to Deepdale to face Alex Neil's Preston North End
  
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• 'This is justice for Caitlain' - Tragic teen's mum tells of relief after attacker convicted

  22-07-2017 12:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Georgia Watler, from Walker, Newcastle, assaulted 17-year-old Caitlain Wright at a party just four months before she died
  
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• Mike Ashley must hold his nerve but not his money - it is time to make a statement

  22-07-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United still have the most difficult deal of the summer to pull off as they go looking for a striker
  
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• If you're from South Tyneside, these 21 photos might make you nostalgic for the 1970s

  22-07-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Tyneside in the 1970s with archive photographs showing South Shields, Jarrow, Hebburn and Boldon
  
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• Driver hell: Which of these roads and junctions is giving you the biggest headache?

  22-07-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These five junctions are leaving drivers scratching their heads over their mixed messages
  
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• The spectacular fireworks which ended first night of the Sunderland Airshow

  22-07-2017 11:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands of spectators enjoyed a night time spectacular as the popular three day event began
  
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• North East news LIVE: Northern Pride march through Newcastle to start celebrations

  22-07-2017 10:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle's live breaking news service including Saturday's traffic, travel, weather, sport and more covering Newcastle and the North East
  
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• From Mini Mela to indie rock, Newcastle hosts a musical feast this weekend

  22-07-2017 09:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Rajasthan Heritage Brass Band, The  Voluntears and Americana festival are all set to strike a chord in Newcastle
  
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• 'Trapped' prisoner Danny Weatherson swamped by support after being recalled to jail

  22-07-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danny, of Newcastle, was recalled to prison on his birthday after being released from jail after serving an IPP sentence for almost 12 years
  
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• Can I get more fuel for my money on hot days? This and other summer driving myths explained

  22-07-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are plenty of myths when it comes to driving in the heat - we've had a look at which are fact and which are fiction
  
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• Bids start at a £1 for this three-bed Newcastle home - could you grab a bargain?

  22-07-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There is no reserve on this flat in Denton Burn and bids of anything over 0.99p are welcome to get the auction going
  
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• Simon Grayson convinced Sunderland's fortunes can be turned round - and he is the man to do it

  22-07-2017 08:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland manager Simon Grayson says the Black Cats' promotion ambitions are realistic, even in challenging circumstances
  
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• Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez now chasing a new striker

  22-07-2017 07:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  With Aleksandar Mitrovic and Emmanuel Riviere up for sale - Rafa Benitez will be looking for a mid-window transfer kitty boost
  
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• When will the land train in Whitley Bay start running and how much will it cost?

  22-07-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It is hoped the new attraction, due to run between St Mary’s Lighthouse and the Playhouse, will help to boost visitor numbers in the town
  
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• Watch how divers helped to recover historic bouncing bomb from Scottish Loch

  22-07-2017 06:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Smith, from Great Lumley, County Durham, was among the team who lifted the Highball out of Loch Striven in Argyll
  
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