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• Lewis Grabban pleased with James Vaughan understanding, now he wants 'partnership' with fans

  06-08-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Lewis Grabban was happy with how he worked with James Vaughan on Sunderland's opening night as they strive to get the supporters back onside
  
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• Newcastle United home debut watch: How did the Magpies' summer signings perform in Verona win?

  06-08-2017 22:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mikel Merino, Christian Atsu, Florian Lejeune, Jacob Murphy and Javier Manquillo all made their home debuts for Newcastle United
  
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• Newcastle 2-0 Hellas Verona player ratings: Read Lee Ryder's match marks for fine win

  06-08-2017 22:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United signed off their summer with an excellent win over Hellas Verona - here's how Lee Ryder rated the players
  
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• Have you seen Michael? Police appeal for missing South Shields man

  06-08-2017 21:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Pippet, 43, has been missing since Thursday
  
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• Newcastle 2-0 Hellas Verona: United's need for a striker has become critical - 5 things we learned

  06-08-2017 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United eased to a 2-0 victory over Hellas Verona - but Chris Waugh warns not to read too much into this result
  
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• Will Dwight Gayle be fit for the clash with Tottenham Hotspur? Rafa Benitez replies

  06-08-2017 20:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United star scored 23 goals last season and is now in fitness battle to face Spurs at St James' Park
  
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• Rafa Benitez responds to talk of Newcastle United signing Lucas Perez and Joselu

  06-08-2017 19:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez offers positive bulletin on transfers with questions answered on two striker targets
  
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• Weekend news you might have missed: Murder investigation and controlled chemical explosion

  06-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a roundup of the news you might have missed across the North East this weekend
  
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• Newcastle United are back at St James' Park and here's what fans are expecting this season

  06-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some are happy with the players who got the Toon promoted but others are worried Benitez could be fed up with lack of transfer cash
  
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• Mum opens up about post-pregnancy hell and how she overcame the demons of depression

  06-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Louise Sharp, of Whitley Bay, has opened up about her struggles in the hope of encouraging other new mums to seek support and friendship
  
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• From when to put it on the market to the colour of your door - 10 hacks to help you sell your home

  06-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Property experts reveal the science behind selling your house including when put it on the market - and when not to
  
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• Dad's agony after battling Crohn's disease and cancer before the age of 30

  06-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Bowman was forced to stop working and put his life on hold as he fought through months of intense chemotherapy
  
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• Team-sheets put Sunderland transfer targets in play but there is a catch if they come to Wearside

  06-08-2017 18:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A number of players the Black Cats are pushing to sign this month had little or no football at the weekend - good news and bad for their suitors
  
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• 'Thoroughly convincing' - Newcastle fans in confident mood after win over Hellas Verona

  06-08-2017 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Goals from Ayoze Perez and Christian Atsu ensured the Magpies ended pre-season on a positive note
  
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• Newcastle 2-0 Hellas Verona match report: United sign off close season in style with easy win

  06-08-2017 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United warmed up for the Tottenham test next weekend with a comfortable 2-0 win over Serie A newcomers Hellas Verona
  
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• Murder probe after man dies following alleged attack near Powerhouse nightclub in Newcastle

  06-08-2017 18:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Man believed to have suffered a cardiac arrest after allegedly being assaulted and police say two men have been arrested
  
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• Ten endangered hen harriers hatch in Northumberland

  06-08-2017 17:31 via bbc.co.uk
  Three of five nesting hen harriers have produced chicks
  
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• Sunderland insist Jeremain Lens deal is better than Turkish media are reporting

  06-08-2017 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jeremain Lens has joined Besiktas from Sunderland but the Black Cats say the terms are better than is being circulated in the Turkish media
  
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• 'Glad to see the back of him' - Sunderland fans react as Jeremain Lens joins Besiktas

  06-08-2017 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Dutch winger has joined the Turkish champions after a forgettable couple of years on Wearside
  
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• Sunderland's Gentoo named as one of most responsible businesses in the country

  06-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The North East housing association received a five-star rating in the CR Index
  
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• See why a hijab-wearing ballet dancer has become so important for a Bedlington film writer

  06-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria University graduate Rebecca Innes was the lead writer for the film Hijabsta Ballet which has been released in Malaysia
  
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• Looking to buy your child's school uniform early? We round up the best supermarket deals

  06-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new school year may not begin until September, but that doesn't mean you have to leave buying the uniform until the last minute
  
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• John O'Shea's seen Aiden McGeady's talent, and knows Simon Grayson can get it out of him

  06-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  As a long-time team-mate with the Republic of Ireland, John O'Shea knows what Aiden McGeady is capable of, and is confident Simon Grayson will find i
  
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• It can only take Sunderland so far but grit needed to stop their slide was in evidence on day one

  06-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Going a goal behind despite having started well only meant one thing for the Black Cats last season, but Simon Grayson's side showed character
  
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• Blaze visible from miles around as South Shields riverside building goes up in flames

  06-08-2017 16:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Crews from North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Newcastle and Sunderland were sent to control the Saturday evening fire
  
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• Martin Ward finally gets his European title shot as Phil Jeffries returns to Hartlepool

  06-08-2017 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some exciting nights ahead for North East boxing fans wth Darren Richardson also landing a big fight on a huge card in Liverpool
  
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• 'More reason to get a striker' - Newcastle fans react as Dwight Gayle misses friendly through injury

  06-08-2017 15:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Gayle is not involved in this afternoon's friendly against Hellas Verona and fans are worried about United's forward options going forward
  
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• Rafa Benitez delivers fresh transfer message to Newcastle United supporters

  06-08-2017 14:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez is believed to have told his board at least three more squad players are required this summer
  
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• Watch late night Bigg Market drinkers take part in impromptu Oasis sing-along

  06-08-2017 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A busker was filmed leading clubbers in a rendition of Wonderwall on Saturday night in the famous Newcastle drinking spot
  
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• Virgin Money charity awards £175,000 grants to projects helping people find work

  06-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Virgin Money Foundation was set up in 2015 to support organisations that regenerate poor communities
  
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• This prolific Wallsend paedophile has admitted further sick sex offences against young boys

  06-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Dale was given an indefinite hospital order in 2010 for vile attacks against boys but more victims have now come to light
  
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• New electronics manufacturer opens in Ashington saving 24 jobs

  06-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Arian EMS has been launched by Malcolm Humble the founder of electronic firm Opsol
  
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• Chick-tastic: celebrations underway after 50th osprey is fledged in Northumberland

  06-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kielder Water & Forest Park has proved to be a successful home for ospreys, with excellent habitat and food supply
  
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• Newcastle handed timely boost as Spurs star is a major doubt for season opener at St James' Park

  06-08-2017 13:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With just a week to go until Newcastle's return to the Premier League, Spurs could be without a key player ahead of the opening game
  
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• Newcastle vs Hellas Verona LIVE: Updates from the Magpies' final pre-season friendly

  06-08-2017 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates as Newcastle United host Serie A side Hellas Verona in their only home pre-season friendly at St James' Park
  
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• Newcastle 2-0 Hellas Verona LIVE: Perez and Atsu goals put the Magpies in control

  06-08-2017 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates as Newcastle United host Serie A side Hellas Verona in their only home pre-season friendly at St James' Park
  
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• Newcastle 1-0 Hellas Verona LIVE: Ayoze Perez fires Magpies into early lead

  06-08-2017 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates as Newcastle United host Serie A side Hellas Verona in their only home pre-season friendly at St James' Park
  
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• Confirmed: Jeremain Lens leaves Sunderland to join Besiktas after disappointing two years

  06-08-2017 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Winger Jeremain Lens has left Sunderland to join Besiktas after two years where he showed glimpses of his talent in red-and-white but no more
  
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• Newcastle murder investigation: What we know so far after man found near Powerhouse nightclub

  06-08-2017 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man in his 50s has died after being found unconscious behind Powerhouse nightclub and two men have been arrested
  
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• Warning to drug users as reports cocaine is cut with flesh decaying chemicals

  06-08-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Levamisole causes skin rot and can lead to a drastic drop in white blood cell counts which leaves people feeling like they have HIV
  
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• Tynemouth lake has a weed problem - and it's proving an issue for model boat campaigners

  06-08-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Members of the boat club have started a petition calling for North Tyneside Council to clean up the lake at Tynemouth Park
  
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• Summertime childhood memories of Gateshead's ever-popular Saltwell Park

  06-08-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  How Gateshead's Saltwell Park has been a popular leisure destination for many decades - as recalled in a book on sale now
  
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• Oops: Uber driver rescued by life brigade after his car gets stuck on Longsands beach

  06-08-2017 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cabbie parked on the Tynemouth beach to pick up a customer who never turned up and was unable to drive his car off the sand
  
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• Controlled explosion after Newcastle College chemicals alert

  06-08-2017 11:47 via bbc.co.uk
  Police said there were concerns about how the chemicals had been stored at Newcastle College.
  
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• Dangerous chemicals lead police to cordon off Newcastle College to carry out controlled explosion

  06-08-2017 11:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A cordon was put in place and local residents informed as a precaution, while roads around the college were closed
  
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• Newcastle murder investigation LIVE: Updates after man dies following alleged assault behind Powerhouse

  06-08-2017 11:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died following an alleged assault behind Powerhouse nightclub in Newcastle
  
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• Newcastle College controlled explosion RECAP: Police dispose of hazardous chemicals

  06-08-2017 10:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A controlled explosion was carried out in Newcastle after hazardous chemicals were removed from the city’s college
  
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• Newcastle United risk missing out on any strikers if they maintain this policy

  06-08-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez would love to add another striker to his squad this summer, but can he persuade his board to part with the cash?
  
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• New GCSE number grades: What do the new grades mean, and when will letter scores be gone for good?

  06-08-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first results in the new style will be handed out this month, with more change to come to the GCSE grading system - here's what you need to know
  
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• Jail for man who doused couple with petrol and trashed ex-partner's home

  06-08-2017 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Baird, from Chester-le-Street, was responsible for a series of terrifying incidents, including setting his former girlfriend's kitchen on fire
  
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