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• Mum of tragic Bradley Lowery opens up on family's heartbreak

  04-09-2017 22:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mum Gemma has spoken about the family's devastation just weeks on from Bradley Lowery's death
  
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• Watch what happens to this colony of seals when they are disturbed on St Mary's Island

  04-09-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Footage shot by St Mary's Seal Watch shows the seals dangerously fleeing into the sea in Whitley Bay
  
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• Frankie Cooper murder accused didn't think he'd done anything wrong by leaving scene of attack

  04-09-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dairan Browne, 19, is jointly accused with a 17-year old of the killing in Princess Square, Newcastle in February
  
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• Facebook monster who raped a baby 4,000 miles away in a sinister campaign may have 100 victims

  04-09-2017 21:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Leighton, from Durham, posed as a young girl on Facebook to launch a sinister campaign of rape and blackmail on youngsters around the world
  
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• Northumberland comes out in style to welcome the Tour of Britain

  04-09-2017 20:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stage two of Britain's top cycling race passed through the county, including Kielder, Alnwick, Morpeth and Blyth
  
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• How much worse will rush-hour traffic in your area be when the schools go back?

  04-09-2017 20:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East traffic experts predict a big spike in morning traffic caused by the school run - here's what you need to know
  
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• Great North Run 2017 - everything you need to know about getting to and from the race by Metro

  04-09-2017 19:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We have put together a handy guide to help you plan your travel to and from South Shields on the big day - September 10
  
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• Basshunter lines up performance in Newcastle right in time for Freshers Week

  04-09-2017 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Basshunter, the man responsible for hits like Now You're Gone and All I Ever Wanted is returning to Newcastle for a live show
  
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• Why Durham dropped Graham Clark - coach Jon Lewis explains his 'tough' decision

  04-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Middle-order batsman Graham Clark can consider himself unfortunate to have lost his Durham place but coach Jon Lewis has explained why
  
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• Sunderland long-term target agrees to free move elsewhere, but Black Cats weren't interested

  04-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland have scouted Croatian Domagoj Vida for a number of years but his move to Besiktas on a free won't concern Simon Grayson
  
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• See the sharks, whales, dolphins and big fish spotted in the North Sea

  04-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A basking shark was filmed just a mile away from the Tyne last week, but what other marine life has been spied?
  
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• Relive Mo Farah's top Great North Run moments as he goes for fourth win in a row

  04-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The four-time Olympic champion has dominated the race for the last three years - and he is aiming for success in 2017
  
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• Grieving mum reveals heartbreaking moment she told young son his dad was going to die

  04-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ritchie Matfin lost his battle with cancer in June, and son Alfie, eight, is fundraising in his dad's memory at the Junior and Mini Great North Run
  
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• Footballers unite against Motor Neurone Disease in the name of ex-Whitley Bay player Mark Taylor

  04-09-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The fifth annual 'United for Mark' seven-a-side football tournament raised thousands for St Oswald’s Hospice and the MND Association
  
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• Viral fan letter to Mike Ashley gets the thumbs up from Alan Shearer, Rob Lee and more

  04-09-2017 18:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Alan Shearer and former United players have retweeted support for a letter written to Mike Ashley
  
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• Stop everything! Barbie's boyfriend Ken has had a makeover fit for the modern era

  04-09-2017 18:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The guy who has been in Barbie's shadow for decades has had a makeover with a number of new Ken dolls now on sale online and in store
  
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• Max Johnson, 9, recovers from heart op in Newcastle

  04-09-2017 18:42 via bbc.co.uk
  Max Johnson is coming to the end of a long hospital stay at Newcastle's Freeman Hospital and will soon be going home with a new heart.
  
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• The Rare Drop artisan spirit and beer shop is to open in Low Fell - with taster evenings to come

  04-09-2017 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Creators of Gateshead's Steampunk Gin launch shop selling craft beers, quality spirits - and fizz including Skinny Prosecco!
  
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• Show about Norman Wisdom begins its autumn tour in the North East

  04-09-2017 18:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Playing the fool did comedian (and Newcastle United fan) Norman Wisdom no harm - now Jack Lane's following suit
  
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• Cake decorator sees headcount fall by 36 amid year of cost cutting

  04-09-2017 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ahington's Culpitt Limited said it had been working to 'reduce overhead costs' during 2016
  
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• Kilfrost Limited returns to profit after 'turbulent' few years

  04-09-2017 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The de-icer manufacturer's products are used on aircraft in over 50 countries
  
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• Cake company reveal the bizarre messages customers request on top of their treats, from job applications to naked selfies

  04-09-2017 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From the funny to the frosty, you won't believe what some people have ordered
  
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• Mining community celebrate Washington housing scheme's first anniversary

  04-09-2017 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Willow Brook built on the site of the old Washington F Pit and Miners' Welfare Club is home to ex-miners and their relatives
  
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• Why is the slow pace of Brexit negotiations angering some North East politicians?

  04-09-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The slow pace of Brexit negotiations has angered some North East politicians who are demanding action
  
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• This 13-year-old hopes for media career despite being the fifth generation of his family to be deaf

  04-09-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danny Murphy, from Wallsend, has hosted a TV series and already makes his own comedy videos on YouTube
  
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• Five reasons to be positive about Newcastle United's prospects - despite the underwhelming window

  04-09-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez and Newcastle United fans have finished summer transfer window feeling let down by Mike Ashley
  
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• Newcastle Falcons add Canada prop Jake Ilnicki to ease injury concerns

  04-09-2017 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Falcons have David Wilson and Scott Wilson as long-term absentees so have added Jake Ilnicki to their squad
  
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• A new era beckons for Live Theatre and its long-serving artistic director, Max Roberts

  04-09-2017 16:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Who can replace the man who has run the acclaimed Newcastle theatre's artistic programme for some 30 years?
  
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• England vs Slovakia: What time is kick-off, TV details, team news, odds and group standings

  04-09-2017 16:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  England host Slovakia knowing that victory at Wembley will leave them on the cusp of qualifying for next summer's World Cup
  
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• When are the October school holidays in Newcastle and the North East?

  04-09-2017 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you're looking to book your holidays for the rest of the year, here's our guide to the school holiday dates for the remainder of 2017
  
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• Body found near Stanley fishing lake identified as missing Julie Forster

  04-09-2017 16:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Julie Forster, who was last seen leaving her Consett home on Wednesday, has been identified as the body found near a fishing lake
  
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• Adam Martin jailed for 14 years for Roker Park rape

  04-09-2017 16:40 via bbc.co.uk
  The culprit dragged his victim into the bushes and subjected her to a brutal attack.
  
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• Kirsty Gallacher banned from driving after admitting drink drive charge

  04-09-2017 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV presenter and former Strictly Come Dancing contestant was found to be about three times the legal limit
  
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• First conviction under new 'revenge porn' law in Scotland

  04-09-2017 16:20 via bbc.co.uk
  The man who threatened to upload a video of a former partner is prosecuted under new legislation.
  
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• Watch furious row on Good Morning Britain as trans model claims 'all white people' are racist

  04-09-2017 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Presenter Piers Morgan and trans model Munroe Bergdorf exchanged heated words on Monday morning's show
  
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• Rafa Benitez will be back at the training ground tomorrow - and there's an injury boost

  04-09-2017 16:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez will be back at work and '100% committed' to the task at hand
  
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• More time to shop at the Metrocentre as Gateshead shopping centre reveals new trading hours

  04-09-2017 15:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  intu Metrocentre, which has been open since 1986, is now open for longer after a vote by the Tenants' Association
  
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• Sunderland sweat on Aiden McGeady fitness after he suffers hamstring injury on international duty

  04-09-2017 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Aiden McGeady has started life well at Sunderland but the Black Cats are worried about the hamstring injury he's suffered while on Ireland duty
  
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• Why your boss MUST give you time off to look after sick children

  04-09-2017 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new report has highlighted the lack of knowledge around rules regarding time off - so what ARE your rights?
  
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• £35m hotel with rooftop pool and nightclub planned for Newcastle's Grey Street

  04-09-2017 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Malhotra Group is the brains behind the £35m scheme to create the 120-bedroom four star hotel
  
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• North East manufacturers ride export boom despite worries about UK economy

  04-09-2017 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Quarterly survey from EEF and BDO say most indicators are positive for manufacturers in the North East
  
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• Dancing on Ice confirmed to return in 2018 - which celebrities will be putting their skates on?

  04-09-2017 15:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The hit ITV show, hosted by Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby will return with Torvill & Dean and a new batch of celebrity skaters
  
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• How much is it to get into Sunderland Illuminations? Tickets on sale as Disney favourites confirmed

  04-09-2017 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland Illuminations are getting ready to return for 2017 and this year the Wearside event will have a Disney theme
  
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• Sedgefield tech firm Kromek flies high with $2m security screening deal

  04-09-2017 14:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The deal is the second Kromek has won within the aviation security sector this year
  
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• CCTV appeal after car is stolen from a driveway in Sunderland and later found stripped

  04-09-2017 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police have released an image of a man who they believe could help them with their investigation
  
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• Durham City transformed: See the three developments worth £195million

  04-09-2017 14:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Images of what Hotel Indigo's rooms will look like have been released as Durham City transformation gets underway
  
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• Geordie Shore star Zahida Allen's tweet about school has everyone wanting to be back in assembly

  04-09-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As schools go back for a new term, Zahida, who also appeared on Ex on the Beach, has shared her fond memories of school
  
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• Door buzzer drama turns into four year saga for fed-up Newcastle tenant

  04-09-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Richard Turnbull said the door entry system saga dragged on and on despite repeated calls to fix it
  
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• Ayoze Perez on what Newcastle United must do to impress in the Premier League

  04-09-2017 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United finally got their first Premier League win in their last match against West Ham before the international break
  
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• Three month Indian summer could see UK set for scorching autumn

  04-09-2017 13:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Don't be packing the shades and the suncream away just yet
  
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