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• Scunthorpe United 3-1 Sunderland U21 player ratings: Read James Hunter's match marks

  29-08-2017 23:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  James Talbot and Rees Greenwood were the pick of the bunch for Sunderland, but how did the rest get on against Scunthorpe in the Checkatrade Trophy
  
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• Scunthorpe United 3-1 Sunderland U21 match report: Black Cats blown away by The Iron

  29-08-2017 23:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland were swept aside by League One Scunthorpe United in the opening group game of the Checkatrade Trophy at Glanford Park
  
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• Crewe 1-2 Newcastle U21s: Bizarre shirt numbers, 135 fans and a debut win- 5 things we learned

  29-08-2017 23:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United Under-21s made a winning debut in the Checkatrade Trophy, defeating Crewe Alexandra at Gresty Road
  
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• Durham v Derbyshire day two: Old stagers upstage the young to grind Peakites down

  29-08-2017 22:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Collingwood was in a ruthless mood on Tuesday, and Graham Onions rammed the advantage home by moving to 600 First-Class wickets
  
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• Crewe Alexandra 1-2 Newcastle United U21s match report: Young Magpies make a winning start

  29-08-2017 22:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United made their debut in the Checkatrade Trophy against the Railwaymen - and finished winners
  
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• He played with greats like Gazza but Paul Stewart said drugs, booze and Souness ruined his career

  29-08-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Sunderland player has penned a new book, Damaged, and in this excerpt he tells how childhood abuse led him down a dark path
  
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• Got a nasty spider or insect bite? This common household appliance might just save the day

  29-08-2017 21:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It turns out that heat can help reduce irritation caused by bites and stings so some are using a hairdryer to treat themselves
  
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• 'It will be special' - Jermain Defoe gives support to Bradley Lowery charity match

  29-08-2017 20:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Sunderland striker Defoe, now at AFC Bournemouth, is urging the public to attend the game at Goodison Park on Sunday
  
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• Perrie Edwards targeted by trolls over transfer gossip around boyfriend Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

  29-08-2017 20:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Online bullies have been sending abuse to the Little Mix star over strong rumours her boyfriend will leave Arsenal and sign for Chelsea
  
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• Wahbi Khazri 'in talks over move' - but it's another loan when Sunderland would prefer sales

  29-08-2017 20:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wahbi Khazri is reportedly close to a move which will see Sunderland make a much-needed saving on their wage bill but not receive a transfer fee
  
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• T-rex in Newcastle - where can you see a special big visitor on Wednesday morning?

  29-08-2017 20:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A T-rex will be prowling the city centre (and he's out in Gateshead and Sunderland too) ahead of upcoming show Jurassic Kingdom
  
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• Aleksandar Mitrovic facing three-match ban after FA charge for incident with Manuel Lanzini

  29-08-2017 19:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle striker could miss three games and has until 6pm to answer to FA charge after being caught on camera against West Ham
  
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• Benwell housing block evacuated after part of its roof collapsed

  29-08-2017 19:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents on Buddle Road in Benwell were kept out of their properties for more than three hours
  
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• Lindisfarne Festival and BAAFest are all set to round off summer in style

  29-08-2017 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Music festivals will play out in Northumberland with top line-ups - while one already starts crowd-funding for the next
  
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• The baby who fought for survival after being born with a 'back to front' heart

  29-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Antonia Mulhall, of Langley Moor, said her 'world crumbled' when her baby Julius needed open heart surgery at just four days old
  
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• Sex exploitation trial: Girl, then 15, tells how she felt pressure to have sex with two defendants

  29-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The then 15-year-old claims she felt she had to "give something back" in return for being plied with booze and drugs by the men
  
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• Moving tributes to Tynemouth surfing legend Stephen Hudson who has passed away aged 51

  29-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Hudson, who set up Tynemouth Surf Co, played a pivotal part in turning the area into a major surfing destination
  
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• Journal business growth campaign helps North East firms to create 7,700 jobs

  29-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Let's Grow scheme has helped 207 companies to create or safeguard 7,700 jobs with grants from the Regional Growth Fund
  
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• Failing Brexit talks could do long term damage to North East economy

  29-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As talks between the UK and EU become increasingly hostile, MP Catherine McKinnell says she fears for North East exporters
  
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• Newcastle United transfer gossip round-up: A host of players linked as deadline day looms

  29-08-2017 18:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's hunt for new players goes on - here's everything you may have missed today if you've been out and about
  
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• Liam Payne shares cute snap of baby Bear - though once again it's just a glimpse

  29-08-2017 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cheryl and Liam have been very private about their baby son and Liam has shared a cute snap on his birthday
  
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• Snapchat boss says posts checked with police

  29-08-2017 18:40 via bbc.co.uk
  The social network says it fact-checked material from the Charlottesville protests with US police.
  
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• Last plot of former Tyne Tees site sold to student accommodation developers

  29-08-2017 18:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Half-acre site on City Road has been sold for £1.7m and will be turned into 200 student flats
  
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• French club linked with Portuguese-based Brazilian - and why it could affect Sunderland

  29-08-2017 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Monaco have emerged as a possible target for William Carvalho, which could have a knock-on effect for the Black Cats and Jack Rodwell
  
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• Man charged after BMW crashes into a Roker cottage in Sunderland

  29-08-2017 17:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bungalow sustained damage, with the window and a large section of the front wall completely destroyed
  
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• 100 days of Tory rule in Northumberland: The key decisions made and what we can expect

  29-08-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland County Council leader Peter Jackson says significant progress has been made since the Tories became the largest party on the council
  
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• Jesmond pub to be re-named after being taken over by growing bar company

  29-08-2017 17:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Brandling pub will be re-named and will provide a new food and entertainment offering under its new owners
  
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• Scunthorpe vs Sunderland U21s LIVE: Gooch, Rodwell, Matthews and Love in the squad

  29-08-2017 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates as Sunderland's youngsters kick off their Checkatrade Trophy campaign against Scunthorpe United at Glanford Park
  
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• Crewe Alexandra vs Newcastle United U21s LIVE: Peter Beardsley names young side for Checkatrade test

  29-08-2017 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Live updates as Peter Beardsley's side make their debut in the Checkatrade Trophy at Crewe's Gresty Road
  
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• Preston North End reject Sunderland target Jordan Hugill's transfer request

  29-08-2017 17:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Preston North End have told Jordan Hugill he will not get the transfer he wants this summer but it is a bigger blow to clubs other than Sunderland
  
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• iPhone 8 release date, price and latest news on Apple's next smartphone

  29-08-2017 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Apple to launch new smartphone with ground breaking new features
  
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• Where should Sunderland strengthen in the final days of the transfer window? Here's your verdict

  29-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We asked Sunderland fans where they would like to see Simon Grayson strengthen before the transfer window closes - here's what you said
  
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• Where should Newcastle strengthen in the final days of the transfer window? Here's your verdict

  29-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  We asked Newcastle fans where they would like to see Rafa Benitez strengthen before the transfer window closes - here's what you said
  
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• Police officers suffer broken hand and smashed teeth while making arrests in Consett

  29-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men appeared in court charged with attacking police officers as they allegedly tried to resist arrest after a Bank Holiday disturbance in Consett
  
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• Glendale Show reports record visitor numbers on 125th anniversary

  29-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All the sheep and cattle results from Monday's Glendale Show
  
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• Future of abandoned Ashington site earmarked for new council HQ is in your hands

  29-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A public consultation over the future of the plot of land in Portland Park will get under way in September, Northumberland County Council leader says
  
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• Roof collapses in Benwell LIVE: Building work causes roof to collapse

  29-08-2017 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates from the scene of a house where the roof has collapsed, on Buddle Road, in south Benwell
  
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• New bakery business promises to sell unique cakes on Newcastle's Quayside

  29-08-2017 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scientist Yasmin Peacock is swapping the lab for the kitchen to sell cakes on Newcastle's Quayside
  
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• 'Staircase tax' landing North East businesses with massive bills

  29-08-2017 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Business leaders have condemned the tax as archaic and regressive
  
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• Union Chain Bridge funding 'transparency' urged

  29-08-2017 16:15 via bbc.co.uk
  A council's scrutiny committee endorses a £1m contribution towards an upgrade of the Union Chain Bridge.
  
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• The new £1 coins worth £250 that are now in circulation - how to spot them

  29-08-2017 15:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Check your pockets because thousands of £1 coins worth a lot of money have entered circulation but you'll need an eagle-eye to spot them
  
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• Sir Mo Farah says equalling record of four Great North Run victories would be 'unbelievable'

  29-08-2017 15:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Arguably the greatest British athlete of all time will run the Great North Run for a fifth consecutive time aiming for an 'unbelievable' achievement
  
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• Newcastle United interested in Liverpool's Divock Origi but Reds warn he must play

  29-08-2017 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Rafa Benitez is looking to increase his options before the transfer window closes, with Liverpool forward Origi on their radar
  
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• Parents can start using the Toys R Us Christmas payment plan now

  29-08-2017 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Families can buy their presents now and use the next three months to pay it off - to avoid the big lump sum of money at Christmas
  
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• Bank Holiday nightlife fun in Newcastle: 61 photos from city centre clubs & bars at the weekend

  29-08-2017 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take a look at our video and gallery from city nightspots including Tiger Tiger, Players Bar, The Mile Castle and more!
  
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• Andy Carroll relives ordeal of failed gunpoint robbery as he gives evidence in court

  29-08-2017 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The former Newcastle United striker has spoken about the attempted robbery on his way to West Ham's training ground
  
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• Lip Sync battle in Newcastle, an 'Autism Hour', a fundraising trip to Africa and more

  29-08-2017 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charity news written by charity groups and fundraisers throughout Newcastle and the North East - you can add your events here too
  
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• Single parents can now fly long-haul for less under new Virgin Holidays scheme

  29-08-2017 14:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Virgin Holidays has announced a new pricing structure for single-parent holidays, a first for the long-haul market
  
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• Yasin Ben El-Mhanni: I just want to be a fan favourite at Newcastle United

  29-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's been quite a 12 months for Newcastle United youngster Yasin Ben El-Mhanni - but he's keeping his feet on the floor
  
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• Watch rare video footage of the Northern countryside back in the early 1930s

  29-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  During their 90th anniversary, Newcastle ACA film and video makers have been sharing some of their superb work with the Chronicle
  
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