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• Robbie Stockdale: Sunderland is not an impossible job - just look at Sam Allardyce's time

  03-11-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Some people have described managing the Black Cats as an impossible job but caretaker boss Robbie Stockdale insists that is not the case
  
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• Robbie Stockdale defends attitude of Sunderland players but admit they owe fans a performance

  03-11-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joint caretaker manager Robbie Stockdale says that whatever other problems the Black Cats have, the attitude of their players is not one
  
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• Javier Manquillo lifts lid on Sunderland nightmare and his hopes and dreams at Newcastle United

  03-11-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Javier Manquillo says he could not turn down the chance to join a 'huge club' after Wearside struggles
  
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• Aleksandar Mitrovic's future, Tammy Abraham and defending Joselu - Rafa on Magpies striker situation

  03-11-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez believes the Magpies are doing better in front of goal than some people suggest
  
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• Rail strike to hit North East next week after talks between the RMT and Arriva Rail North break down

  03-11-2017 21:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 24-hour walk is planned for November 8, with Merseyrail, Southern, Greater Anglia, South Western Railways and Island Line also effected
  
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• Fenwick's window: see the 15 best pictures from this year display

  03-11-2017 21:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds gathered on Northumberland Street to see this year's theme of Paddington Bear revealed
  
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• 'Nightmare neighbour' allegedly murdered dad by stabbing him in the heart

  03-11-2017 21:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jason Downey is accused of murdering Steven Coulter in Heaton after 'bullying and intimidating' him while living in the same building in Heaton
  
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• Take a tour of this year's Fenwick's Christmas Window as crowds gather for big reveal

  03-11-2017 21:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  It's always a big deal in Newcastle and fake snow fell as a large crowd gathered to see the curtain drop on this year's Fenwick's Christmas Window
  
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• 'Yes, I'm watching'. Sunderland owner Ellis Short reacts to fans' criticism

  03-11-2017 19:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland owner Ellis Short rejects the idea that he does not care about the club any more, and says he remains actively involved on Wearside
  
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• Can you help police find missing South Tyneside man Jed McCaffery?

  03-11-2017 19:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 46-year-old from Fellgate went missing from his home address on Tuesday and officers are growing increasingly concerned  
  
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• Ellis Short: Sunderland chairman says club in 'crisis'

  03-11-2017 19:27 via bbc.co.uk
  Sunderland chairman Ellis Short says the club's poor form this season is a "crisis that needs to be solved".
  
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• Tyneside child sex exploitation gang jailed

  03-11-2017 19:21 via bbc.co.uk
  The four were convicted of child sex and drugs offences dating back to 2006.
  
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• Sunderland owner Ellis Short confirms he will listen to 'credible' offers for the club

  03-11-2017 19:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland is officially not for sale, but the club's billionaire owner Ellis Short has made it clear he would sell if the right buyer came forward
  
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• Victory for campaigners in contaminated blood scandal as Downing Street changes inquiry plan

  03-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Health will not be involved in the inquiry into the scandal which killed 2,400 people 
  
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• Sunderland owner Ellis Short admits the club is in 'crisis' as it fights against relegation again

  03-11-2017 18:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Ellis Short has spoken out in the face of mounting anger from fans on Wearside at the way their club has been allowed to slide towards League One
  
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• Four men jailed over sexual exploitation of young girls in Newcastle

  03-11-2017 18:54
  Grooming gang demanded ‘sexual favours and services’ from girls as young as 13 in return for drugs and alcoholFour men have been jailed for up to 12 and a half years each for their involvement in a sex grooming network in Newcastle. The men trafficked their victims – said to be held “in thrall” by a ready supply of drugs and alcohol – around houses in Tyneside, where they were sexually assaulted. Continue reading...
  
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• Sunderland: No approach for ex-Boro boss Aitor Karanka - or any other managerial candidates

  03-11-2017 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats insist reports they have approached ex-Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka to be their new boss is not the case
  
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• Grooming gang who targeted vulnerable teenagers jailed for 32 years

  03-11-2017 18:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four men were jailed for a total of 32 years for 22 separate offences which took place in Newcastle between 2007 and 2014
  
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• Burglars attack pensioner leaving him seriously injured before fleeing in his car

  03-11-2017 18:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 70-year-old in Gateshead has been left with serious hip injuries after the men tried to force their way into his home before fleeing in his car
  
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• North East business leader tells Government to 'stop playing politics' on Brexit

  03-11-2017 18:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John McCabe, president of the North East England Chamber of Commerce, says Ministers need to act urgently
  
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• Newcastle vs Bournemouth - TV pundits predict Magpies' success against Cherries at St James' Park

  03-11-2017 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Lawrenson, Michael Owen, Paul Merson plus those from Chronicle Live have revealed their score predictions
  
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• Watch the moment the theme for this year's Fenwick's Christmas Window is revealed

  03-11-2017 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's an event that always attracts plenty of attention and we now know what the theme for Fenwick's Christmas Window 2017 is
  
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• Sunderland caretaker-manager Robbie Stockdale on whether he wants the job full-time

  03-11-2017 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Robbie Stockdale and Billy McKinlay will be in temporary charge at Middlesbrough on Sunday, but they are looking no further ahead than that
  
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• New homes WILL be built on South Gosforth Green despite residents' protests

  03-11-2017 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Outline permission was given to build bungalows on South Gosforth Green next to Ridgewood Gardens for people with physical and learning disabilities
  
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• Northern Rail strikes go ahead as talks break down

  03-11-2017 17:43 via bbc.co.uk
  Northern Rail says a planned walkout by RMT members will go ahead after talks broke down.
  
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• Six months to GDPR: transparency of international data transfers

  03-11-2017 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new data protection regime introduced by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force in six months (on May 25, 2018)
  
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• Rafa Benitez not concerned about expectations of Newcastle United this season

  03-11-2017 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez is not prepared to name an acceptable position for his team just yet
  
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• 'He wasn't just my brother he was my best friend' youngster's plea to prevent cold water deaths

  03-11-2017 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cameron Gosling died after plunging into the River Wear and now his brother Cyle has bravely spoken to classmates about the risk
  
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• Mick McCarthy: I'd go back to Sunderland in a heartbeat - if I didn't have a job already

  03-11-2017 17:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Black Cats manager Mick McCarthy is the latest to speak warmly of his old club, claiming he would love to manage them again if available
  
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• Derek McInnes' warning to Sunderland wannabes: 'It’s clearly very difficult circumstances.'

  03-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Derek McInnes spoke to the Black Cats about being their manager in June, and his recent comments could make potential bosses think twice
  
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• Brexit letter - petition demands government withdraw university information request

  03-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nearly 2,400 academics sign up saying universities do not have to provide information the MP and whip asked for
  
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• More jobs on the way at BT call centre in Newcastle as it celebrates 20th anniversary

  03-11-2017 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Contact centre on Gosforth Business Park employs more than 900 people and will create 75 new jobs in the coming months
  
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• Kielder Winter Wonderland 2017 - dates, tickets and what's on offer at festive treat

  03-11-2017 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Father Christmas and his reindeers are top attractions at 'enchanted forest' trail which is already selling out fast
  
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• Middlesbrough vs Sunderland team selector: Pick your Black Cats XI ahead of Tees-Wear derby

  03-11-2017 16:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland have a virtually fully fit squad to pick from against Middlesbrough, but who should start at the Riverside Stadium?
  
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• Three arrested after man suffers stab wounds in Ponteland

  03-11-2017 16:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police has appealed for witnesses following alleged disturbance that ended in violence in Ponteland
  
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• Fenwick's Christmas window LIVE: Paddington Bear is unveiled as the 2017 theme

  03-11-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fenwick in Newcastle city centre revealed its Christmas window theme for 2017 at 5pm on Friday - catch up on video, pictures and reaction
  
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• Check out this pirate-themed play park being built in Newcastle

  03-11-2017 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Fun Shack on the Benfield Business Park will open next February and create almost 100 jobs
  
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• Huge karaoke event Massaoke to host first Newcastle night right in time for Christmas

  03-11-2017 15:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After launching in London, Massaoke has proved massively popular and will now launch in Newcastle to get Geordies in the Christmas spirit
  
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• Watch the special message from Take That to sell out crowd at Newcastle City Hall anniversary show

  03-11-2017 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take That Back To Where It All Began marked 25 years since Take That kicked off their first tour in Newcastle and it was a night to remember
  
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• Newcastle vs Bournemouth team selector: Our writers pick their sides - do you agree?

  03-11-2017 15:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Most of the team picks itself tomorrow - but there are a few decisions for Rafa Benitez - pick your Magpies team here
  
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• Jack Colback told in no uncertain terms he has no future at Newcastle United

  03-11-2017 15:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Despite an injury to Mikel Merino, Jack Colback will continue to train with the Under-23s at the club's Academy
  
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• Full transcript: Was Simon Grayson sacked too soon? Nigel Clough joined EFL Matters to discuss

  03-11-2017 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Burton Albion boss discussed Grayson's tenure and how one win will lift the cloud surrounding Sunderland this term
  
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• Hunter's Moon 2017 - look out for it over Newcastle's skies tonight

  03-11-2017 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The full moon certainly will be worth viewing on Friday night - here's our guide to the night skies with all you need to know about the special sight
  
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• 'Powerful' Field of Remembrance at Saltwell Park opened to the public

  03-11-2017 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Volunteers gave their time to help plant thousands of crosses in honour of fallen soldiers
  
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• Former Byker Grove actress Donna Air confirmed for new series of Dancing on Ice

  03-11-2017 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Ratings winner Dancing on Ice will return to ITV and there will be some Geordie interest in the shape of the former Byker Grove star
  
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• Who starts up-front for Newcastle United - here's who our writers think should lead the line

  03-11-2017 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The question of who starts up front against Bournemouth is heating up
  
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• Two Newcastle GP surgeries have been saved but another one will close after NHS review

  03-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Health bosses have made a decision on the future of Ponteland Road Health Centre and Grainger Medical Practice
  
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• Twenty two artists were let loose on a seldom seen giant books collection - this is the result

  03-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Big Books invites visitors to Newcastle City Library on a journey of discovery inspired by volumes we hardly ever see
  
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• This smirking rapist has confessed to a sex attack on a 14-year-old girl

  03-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ryan Brody was warned he faces prison for raping the child in Ashington but was released on bail after pleading guilty
  
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• Stroke victim's heartbreaking decision to sell his guitars after he is left unable to play them

  03-11-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alan Welsh, of County Durham, decided to give up his guitars to support the Great North Air Ambulance Service
  
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