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• Newcastle United's summer transfer window has been totally unacceptable

  31-08-2017 22:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United needed Premier League quality - what they got was future problems in the post
  
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• Paul Stewart: Playing for England was a boyhood dream - but it had its downsides

  31-08-2017 22:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In our final excerpt from his new book Damaged, the former Sunderland player recalls his England days
  
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• Youth admits stabbing Frankie Cooper in Princess Square attack

  31-08-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 17-year-old has told how he lashed out because he feared Mr Cooper was going to do him 'serious harm'
  
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• Sex exploitation trial: Benwell man cleared by jury of all offences

  31-08-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heiman Mohammed has been cleared of the three offences he faced, including paying for the sexual services of a child
  
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• Wahbi Khazri left Sunderland to have fun after miserable spell on Stadium of Light sidelines

  31-08-2017 21:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tunisian playmaker Wahbi Khazri has moved to Rennes on loan after being frozen out by Black Cats managers David Moyes and Simon Grayson
  
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• 'Hopefully Mike can keep his word' - Newcastle United's frustrating summer window in five quotes

  31-08-2017 21:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez and owner Mike Ashley have exchanged statements on the Magpies' summer business
  
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• Sunderland looking to sign Callum McManaman to answer their winger shortage

  31-08-2017 21:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Having laoned Jeremain Lens and Wahbi Khazri out, the Black Cats are in the market for a winger and Callum McManaman is their first choice
  
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• Man who walked free after causing evacuation of maternity unit jailed for new offences

  31-08-2017 21:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Kirsop was given a suspended sentence for threatening to set himself alight outside the unit but breached the order when caught with a knife
  
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• See how the Great North Run and Tyne Bridge have changed through iconic archive pictures

  31-08-2017 20:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There is just over a week to go before the iconic Great North Run half marathon is back for its 36th year
  
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• Does Mamadou Sakho's move to Crystal Palace make Lamine Kone likely to stay at Sunderland?

  31-08-2017 20:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mamadou Sakho is set for a £26m move to Crystal Palace, which could end the south London club's interest in Sunderland's Lamine Kone
  
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• Dwight Gayle tells Newcastle United he wants to stay and prove himself - despite Fulham interest

  31-08-2017 20:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle number 9 Dwight Gayle settled on Tyneside and looking forward to season back in the Premier League
  
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• Two Newcastle players hand Rafa Benitez welcome deadline-day boost as they edge closer to returning

  31-08-2017 19:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez may have hoped for up to four new arrivals at Newcastle United on deadline day, but at least two first teamers are in training
  
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• Was summer 2017 hotter, wetter or sunnier than normal? These are the stats

  31-08-2017 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's September tomorrow which means 'summer' is almost over - how has it compared to other years?
  
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• Sunbathing seal caught relaxing in the sun on South Shields beach

  31-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pictures were sent in by our readers of the young grey seal lounging on the sand and flopping along the beach on its belly
  
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• 'My baby is not fat' - mum's anger over doctor child obesity 'warning'

  31-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danielle Parker has hit out after a doctor at Gateshead's Queen Elizabeth Hospital allegedly raised concerns over obesity in children
  
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• House of Tides chef Kenny Atkinson to host Great British Bake Off-style event

  31-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Michelin star chef is running the event in support of local charity Smile for Life which supports young people with disabilities
  
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• Great North Run route 2017 map showing distance markers, water stations and toilets

  31-08-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This map shows all the distance markers, water stations and toilets along the 13.1 mile route of the Great North Run
  
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• From Dig for Victory to otter feeding, there's lots for kids to enjoy around Newcastle this weekend

  31-08-2017 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Beamish Museum is recreating the wartime spirit with its Dig for Victory event while Washington Wetland Centre has otters, flamingos and ranger activities for a perfect family day out
  
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• Skills shortage affects 90% of growing North East firms, report suggests

  31-08-2017 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ECI Growth Survey highlights North East as area with largest skills shortage, plus most concerns about the future of the economy
  
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• Flipping beautiful! Watch as team of dolphins swim off the Northumberland coast

  31-08-2017 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The playful mammals were filmed having a late summer surf along the coast near Cambois
  
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• Fitness record makes Jonny Williams' signing gamble but his qualities make it one worth taking

  31-08-2017 18:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jonny Williams has been beset by injuries during his career, but signing him on loan should bring much-needed qualities to Sunderland at a low risk
  
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• Renato Sanches could make Premier League bow vs Newcastle after Swansea secure eye-catching loan

  31-08-2017 17:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United will travel to South Wales to take on Swansea City and their exciting new midfield signing Renato Sanches on Sunday week
  
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• Education Supplement: The Journal GCSE Results

  31-08-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Journal 16 page supplement highlighting some of the GCSE success stories in the region
  
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• See the latest piece in Roker Pier's makeover as tunnel lifted in to place

  31-08-2017 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new gateway will open Roker Pier's tunnel up for guided tours in what is set to be a first
  
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• Geordie Bangers to open Grainger Market shop after regional success

  31-08-2017 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The popular sausage company is considering selling its food online if it business goes well in Manchester
  
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• The Let's Grow scheme created nearly 8,000 jobs: why did the Government cancel it?

  31-08-2017 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Journal business editor Graeme Whitfield argues that the Regional Growth Fund should be brought back
  
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• Jimmy Carr and a Sing-a-long-a Beauty and the Beast top the entertainment bill around Newcastle

  31-08-2017 17:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stand-up star Jimmy Carr is promising us his best show while a join-in version of the film Beauty and the Beast is out to bring a smile to young faces
  
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• Bikers seriously injured in Marsden Grotto crash in 'critical but stable condition'

  31-08-2017 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The motorbike carrying two people and a Nissan car collided on the A183 Coast Road near to Marsden Grotto in South Shields, leaving two injured
  
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• Newcastle skaters repaint park with graffiti

  31-08-2017 17:01 via bbc.co.uk
  A group of youngsters have worked with skateboarders and graffiti artists to give their ramps in Newcastle's Exhibition Park a paint job.
  
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• 'We've been fighting for years': Marsden Road residents' safety fears after woman killed

  31-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neighbours of the woman killed in South Tyneside on August 30 say they have been lobbying the council for more than a decade about dangerous road
  
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• Tim Krul served Newcastle well for 12 years - so why is Rafa willing to let him leave for Brighton?

  31-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul is in discussions to join Brighton and Hove Albion on a season-long loan deal
  
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• Sunderland signing the winger they want would provide more than just an extra specialist out wide

  31-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats are in the market for a winger on deadline day, with a loan for Ryan Kent a possibility, and landing one would open other possibilities
  
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• Never mind the b******s here's North East punks celebrating 40 years of rebellion

  31-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The region's punks party like it was 1977 as they turn the clock back and reminisce about the phenomenon
  
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• Japan Prime Minister insists Japanese investors have faith in the UK after Brexit

  31-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The vote of confidence from Japan's Prime Minister follows reports firms such as Nissan and Hitachi are concerned about Brexit
  
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• Inspired Events: the community company changing lives through art and music

  31-08-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chronicle Champion nominees explain how getting people with autism and learning difficulties to host artistic events can turn their lives around
  
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• Newcastle bar No.28 to host a Gossip Girl quiz - how much do you know about the American series?

  31-08-2017 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's been 10 years since Gossip Girl made its TV debut - do you know your Serena from your Blair? And your Chuck from your Nate?
  
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• 'Can't wait to see him against PSG' - Sunderland fans react as Papy Djilobodji joins Dijon on loan

  31-08-2017 16:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Sunderland defender arrived from Chelsea for £8 million last summer but leaves on a season-long loan after a disappointing year
  
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• Currency rates hit new low at airport bureaux de change

  31-08-2017 16:30 via bbc.co.uk
  Travellers buying their currencies at UK airports are being offered as little as 0.86 euros to the pound.
  
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• How Moussa Sissoko's stock has rapidly fallen since he was the talk of Europe on deadline day 2016

  31-08-2017 14:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United sold Moussa Sissoko to Tottenham Hotspur for £30m on deadline day 2016 - now he's unwanted and has been dropped by France
  
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• Newcastle United close to off-loading Tim Krul after Brighton submit late offer

  31-08-2017 14:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Tim Krul in talks with Brighton & Hove Albion and could be reunited with former boss Chris Hughton
  
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• What is tombstoning? The extreme sport where people jump off cliffs into the sea

  31-08-2017 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police forces are warning people not to jump from harbours and high points into water below
  
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• Six things you'll always remember about Loveshack as famous Durham club closes its doors

  31-08-2017 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Loveshack's owners took to Facebook to announce, that after a decade of partying, the club has now closed
  
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• Max Stryjek excited to gain experience as Sunderland keeper heads on loan to Accrington Stanley

  31-08-2017 14:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Max Stryjek is considered a future Sunderland number 1 and now has a great opportunity to continue his development at Accrington Stanley
  
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• Tyneside star Charlie Hardwick's fond memories of City Pool and Turkish Baths, reopening next year

  31-08-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlie Hardwick is among the thousands of people who remember visiting the baths, and can't wait for the doors to open once again
  
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• What times does the transfer window close? All the key information you need to know

  31-08-2017 13:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All you need to know about a vital summer transfer window for Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United squad
  
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• Who is Matt Targett? The Southampton left-back linked with a loan move to Newcastle

  31-08-2017 13:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reports this morning have linked the England under-21 international defender with a move to Tyneside, but just who is he?
  
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• 'Not another one': Heaton residents rally against plans for new takeaway on fast food-flooded street

  31-08-2017 13:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The road has been described as Newcastle's takeaway capital, and boasts a large number of fast food outlets
  
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• Deadline day arrivals in Newcastle revealed - but they're not what you'd expect

  31-08-2017 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pups are beginning training to become fully qualified police dogs and you have a chance to meet them in person
  
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• Newcastle United asked for substantial loan fee to loan Matt Targett from Southampton

  31-08-2017 13:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies are eager to bring in left-back cover but are running out of time with the 11pm deadline looming
  
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• As X Factor returns former winner Sam Bailey heads to Blyth's Phoenix Theatre

  31-08-2017 13:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  She brought the house down, despite the rain as she brought Newcastle Pride to a close and now X Factor champ Sam is coming to Blyth
  
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