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• Premiership: Newcastle Falcons 35-8 Worcester Warriors

  01-09-2017 23:16 via bbc.co.uk
  Newcastle open their Premiership campaign with a convincing bonus-point win at home against Worcester.
  
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• Man smuggled his wife into the UK and started dealing drugs in Newcastle

  01-09-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ali Camara has been jailed for nine months after giving his wife a stolen passport so she could get into the country
  
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• Expanding Heathrow could bring the North East 5,000 jobs - failure to do so may cost us services

  01-09-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East MPs Catherine McKinnell and Phil Wilson - whose constituencies cover the two North East airports - say Heathrow must be allowed to grow
  
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• Homes left without power after flames erupt from beneath a Throckley Street

  01-09-2017 21:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The top blew off a man hole cover after an electrical fire on Hexham Road, Throckley
  
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• Appeal for help to find missing Gateshead man David Henderson

  01-09-2017 21:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David, 45, was last seen at his home in Hamsterley Crescent, Wrekenton, on Sunday, August 27
  
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• Eyewitness describes moment an electrical fire blew a manhole cover out of the ground

  01-09-2017 20:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Keith Henderson, who lives 50 yards from where the fire erupted out of Hexham Road, watched as flames and smoke billowed from underground
  
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• Woman taken to hospital after being hit by a car on Ryhope Street

  01-09-2017 20:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryhope Street was closed after a woman was knocked down near the Cherry Knowle roundabout
  
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• Manhunt launched after 25-year-old stabbed at a house in Kenton

  01-09-2017 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have been searching for a suspect after a man was stabbed at a house in Eland Close, Kenton Bar
  
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• Watch as flames erupt from underneath Throckley street following 'explosion'

  01-09-2017 20:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The drama unfolded at around 5pm on Hexham Road in Throckley when residents reported hearing 'loud bangs'
  
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• Murder accused says he was sorry after he stabbed Frankie Cooper in Princess Square

  01-09-2017 19:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 17-year-old has admitted stabbing Frankie following an altercation but claims but he didn’t intend to kill or seriously harm him
  
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• Watch a video tour of Norwegian Jade cruise ship during its debut trip to Tyneside

  01-09-2017 19:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  See inside lavish cruiser which boasts a theatre, art gallery, 15 restaurants and state rooms - plus a £1m chandelier!
  
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• Who can Rafa Benitez actually play at left-back after Newcastle failed to land any new signings?

  01-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez prioritised signing a left-back on transfer deadline day, but the board failed to deliver
  
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• Hero rescuers nominated for Chronicle Champions honour after saving dad's life with CPR

  01-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robbie Beckwith and Mark Rodgers used the life-saving treatment after man fell ill in County Durham
  
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• Charity withdraws from Hexham BID scheme over claims ‘vulnerable’ young person was verbally abused

  01-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hexham BID manager Helen Grayshan blamed the verbal attack on traders who have refused to pay the scheme's levy
  
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• Ashington mum in race against time to get life-changing treatment - in India

  01-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Susan Timlin has been left isolated and is often too ill to get out of bed because of the debilitating condition
  
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• Throckley 'explosion' RECAP: Underground electrical fire erupts, blowing manhole cover from the ground

  01-09-2017 18:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An electrical fire erupted from a drain and the manhole cover was blown out of the ground on Hexham Road         
  
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• Throckley explosion LIVE: Underground electrical fire erupts, blowing manhole cover from the ground

  01-09-2017 18:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An eyewitness said there had been 'more than one explosion' on Hexham Road, within a built up area of Throckley, on Friday evening
  
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• Is Rafa Benitez really a West Ham target - and how close is Bilic to the sack? A Hammers view

  01-09-2017 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  We asked Sam Inkersole of Football.London what the current state of play with Slaven Bilic and Rafa Benitez is
  
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• Tributes to pensioner Martha Johnson killed in Marsden Road crash

  01-09-2017 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 88-year-old mum-of-three was described as leading a 'busy life' and is survived by children Colin, Steven and Alison
  
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• Mum spared prison after she scammed people out of their holidays

  01-09-2017 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Zoe Barrass, of Chester-le-Street, ran a firm in Sunderland and took thousands of pounds worth of bookings for flights and holidays
  
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• Meet the new owners of a Gosforth institution as Thorpes changes hands

  01-09-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin and Peter Thorpe sold Gosforth family business to Colin and Angela Thorpe, and the new owners took over the shop on Friday
  
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• Have you got a Volkswagen? You could save thousands on a new one under scrappage scheme

  01-09-2017 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  VW owners can get up to £6,000 off a new car as manufacturer bids to make good over its emission cheating
  
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• Kenton Bar stabbing RECAP: Manhunt launched after 25-year-old stabbed in Eland Close

  01-09-2017 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The air ambulance has landed in Kenton school field after an incident, believed to be in Eland Close
  
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• Kenton Bar stabbing LIVE: Manhunt launched after 25-year-old stabbed in Eland Close

  01-09-2017 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The air ambulance has landed in Kenton school field after an incident, believed to be in Eland Close
  
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• Everything is Black and White Podcast: What next for Rafa Benitez after the summer window

  01-09-2017 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Douglas, Lee Ryder and Andrew Musgrove discuss a disappointing transfer window and what next for Rafa Benitez
  
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• Am I entitled to money to help buy my kids' school uniforms?

  01-09-2017 17:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councils have the power to offer grants to low income families - but it's a post code lottery and they don't all do it
  
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• Sunderland boss delighted at deadline day signings - and reveals the ones that got away

  01-09-2017 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Grayson's summer recruitment came to an end with three deadline day signing, and he feels they fit the bill for Sunderland
  
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• This is how UK petrol prices could rise by as a result of Hurricane Harvey

  01-09-2017 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers have been told to expect a hike in the cost of unleaded petrol
  
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• Big name discounts as B&M cuts prices for massive Baby & Toddler event

  01-09-2017 17:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brands like Fisher Price and Silent Night are included as discount retailer B&M slashes prices for its Baby & Toddler event
  
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• TJ Hughes submits plans for a new bar and restaurant at the Bigg Market

  01-09-2017 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This is the third planning application the firm has submitted to convert its Newcastle premises
  
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• North Shields dad stuck in Greek hospital tells of desperate battle to fly home after injury

  01-09-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tony Blenkinsop is believed to have suffered a slipped disk and has been in hospital in Corfu while waiting to see if he can travel home with his wife
  
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• Hundreds of people needed for launch party at Sunderland's new cultural quarter

  01-09-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live performance by the acclaimed Periplum theatre company will officially open The Fire Station on High Street West
  
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• How the rising cost of living means wages are falling in the North East

  01-09-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East has the lowest wages in England and they have been falling in 'real terms'
  
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• Tyneside chippy giving away free chips to celebrate making Fish & Chip Shop of the Year shortlist

  01-09-2017 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sidhu in Battle Hill, is one of three North East chippies shortlisted for Chip Shop of the Year and are celebrating with a generous gesture
  
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• Andy Carroll robbery: Man jailed for targeting West Ham striker

  01-09-2017 16:44 via bbc.co.uk
  Jack O'Brien tried to rob the West Ham striker of a £22,000 watch as he drove home from training.
  
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• The 19 best free agents available: Experienced internationals Newcastle United could still sign

  01-09-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez was a dealt a blow on transfer deadline day but there are still free agents available
  
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• The 17 best free agents available: Experienced internationals Sunderland could still sign

  01-09-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland manager Simon Grayson brought in three new faces on the deadline day - and there are still free agents available
  
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• What is Sunderland's best starting XI now the summer transfer window has closed?

  01-09-2017 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Grayson has completed his summer rebuilding programme at Sunderland, but who should start for the Black Cats?
  
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• Back open: Blyth job centre is back in business two days after bailiffs closed the building

  01-09-2017 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The JobCentre Plus building reopened on Friday following a legal dispute involving a company called Telereal Trillium
  
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• 'Enjoy Rafa while it lasts' - How the national media saw Newcastle United's transfer window

  01-09-2017 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United endured a frustrating month in the transfer market - here, the national media pass verdict on their activity this summer
  
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• Facebook goes crazy over insane and 'physically impossible' Big Mac Meal Challenge

  01-09-2017 15:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A huge lover of McDonald's with a huge appetite? Well you might want to read about the ridiculous Big Mac Meal Challenge
  
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• Eid al-Adha 2017 - what is it and when does it take place?

  01-09-2017 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Muslims across region gather to celebrate the second and greater Eid celebrations of the year
  
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• Farmers urged to log rural crime after big rise in North East offences

  01-09-2017 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Research from NFU Mutual showed the North East had the largest percentage rise in rural crime in 2016
  
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• Andy Carroll robbery: Motorbike chase captured on video

  01-09-2017 14:43 via bbc.co.uk
  The West Ham striker was chased by motorcyclists who had tried to rob him of his £22,000 wristwatch.
  
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• High demand leads to extra tickets for Bradley Lowery charity match being released

  01-09-2017 14:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Celebs are taking to the pitch in honour of the County Durham six-year-old who lost his battle with neuroblastoma in July
  
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• Meet the table tennis king who has become a fixture at Newcastle's Central Station

  01-09-2017 14:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joe Chan, 68, can be found at the public ping pong table inside the station's entrance three or four times a week
  
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• Scarlett Moffatt debuts drastic new hair do as she gets rave reviews for hosting Streetmate

  01-09-2017 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I'm A Celebrity winner Scarlett took to Instagram to debut her new hair cut as she gets plenty of praise for hosting Streetmate
  
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• Marc Wilson hopes he can help Sunderland 'get back to where they should be'

  01-09-2017 14:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Republic of Ireland defender joined the Black Cats on a free transfer, penning a one-year deal at the Stadium of Light
  
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• What the future holds for Rafa Benitez after his deep deadline day disappointment

  01-09-2017 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez was unhappy at what went on over the summer
  
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• Tributes to elderly woman killed in Marsden Road collision as residents' anger mounts

  01-09-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Tyneside Council has said it would consider further safety improvements following a police investigation
  
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