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• 'I was very clear - and I was right': Rafa Benitez on his summer transfer meeting with Mike Ashley

  27-11-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez warns that January could leave Newcastle United in a 'worse' position if there is no money to spend
  
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• Durham student rugby club suspended after organising 'inconsiderate' 'Thatcher vs Miners' party

  27-11-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Trevelyan College Rugby Club, at Durham University, has been shut 'indefinitely' after organising a 'wholly unacceptable' party
  
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• PDC World Darts 2018: Taylor v Dobey, Van Gerwen v Kist in round one

  27-11-2017 21:23 via bbc.co.uk
  Phil Taylor will face Chris Dobey in the first round of the 2018 PDC World Championship - the last event Taylor will play before retiring.
  
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• Review of Robinson Crusoe at Gala Theatre - find out what we thought

  27-11-2017 21:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham launches pantomime season with slapstick twist on a classic tale
  
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• Oh when the saints... are women. Saintly Sisters is a new attraction at Durham Cathedral

  27-11-2017 21:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Saintly Sisters exhibition features the likes of St Hilda who is remembered for an extraordinary miracle involving snakes
  
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• Are Newcastle United really interested in Besiktas star Cenk Tosun?

  27-11-2017 20:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United are interested in Cenk Tosun but haven't offered Aleksandar Mitrovic in swap deal
  
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• Aldi to sell Jaguars and Land Rovers for children this Christmas minus the expensive price tag

  27-11-2017 19:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The battery operated, ride-on motors won't break the bank if you fancy picking up one from Aldi as a Christmas present
  
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• What's in the Government's Industrial Strategy and what does it mean for the North East?

  27-11-2017 19:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Improving education standards - and other key measures - in the North East is part of the Government's Industrial Strategy
  
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• West Brom vs Newcastle team selector: Do you agree with our writers' selections?

  27-11-2017 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle look to end their rotten run of form with a positive result at the Hawthorns - but who would make your starting XI
  
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• From shotguns to revolvers, see the guns handed in to Durham Police during firearms surrender

  27-11-2017 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More than 60 weapons have been handed in to officers in Durham as part of a national firearm surrender
  
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• Watch the sinister trailer for this thriller made in the North East

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Community group NE Films is holding the premiere for its first ever feature film The Willows on November 30
  
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• Newcastle tourist's disappointment after pease pudding is confiscated by airport security

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Helen Hook was hoping to take some pease pudding on her flight as gifts for her friend and husband but was told the condiment was classed as a liquid
  
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• Little Mix announce huge outdoor gig at Gateshead Stadium - when do tickets go on sale?

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first concert at Gateshead Stadium in years will see girl group Little Mix hit the stage on their Summer Hits Tour 2018
  
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• Jury discharged in trial of student accused of being a drug dealing sex attacker

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria University student Omar Sharif and others face a retrial after the jury in the case was discharged for legal reasons
  
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• 'Industrial Strategy must be the start of a revolution': Businesses react to Government report

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Businesses have welcomed the Government's White Paper as a signal of intent in its battle to tackle poor productivity
  
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• Hit-and-run murder accused Sean Herman pleads not guilty to killing Susan Fuller

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Susan Fuller was alleged murdered by Sean Herman outside her home in Howdon and he is also accused of assaulting two of her sons, which he denies
  
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• Five things Chris Coleman has achieved in his first week as Sunderland manager

  27-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland's new manager Chris Coleman has brought hope to Wearside, with the weekend win at Burton Albion lifting the mood of the fans
  
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• Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson reacts to decision to free Ashington man Nick Dunn

  27-11-2017 18:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The so-called Chennai Six have been freed, more 1,500 days since they were first arrested on weapons charges in India
  
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• Asda to sell foot long chocolate eclair in the run up to Christmas - how much will it cost?

  27-11-2017 18:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There's a new food craze for Christmas 2017 with the giant foot long chocolate eclair that is sure to be tempt pastry fans' purse strings
  
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• Where is Meghan Markle's white coat from? Fashionistas go mad for engagement announcement outfit

  27-11-2017 18:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced their engagement on Monday and fashion fans were quick to find out where her white coat was from
  
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• Who designed and made Meghan Markle's engagement ring? All you need to know about diamond sparkler

  27-11-2017 18:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was revealed on Monday that HRH Prince Harry had proposed to Meghan Markle and the two are due to be married in spring
  
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• Rafa Benitez responds to the negativity: Full Newcastle United press conference transcript

  27-11-2017 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United are in for a tough winter but Rafa Benitez has reminded people that's exactly what was expected of his team
  
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• Sunderland AFC loan watch: Khazri at the double, Borini at his creative best

  27-11-2017 18:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We review how Sunderland's loanees got on this week as a host of Black Cats players continue their development away from Wearside
  
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• See Santa at Whitehouse Farm and find out what else is in the bag at the Morpeth attraction

  27-11-2017 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Winter Wonderland is created at Northumberland attraction where Santa's arrival has launched a festive programme
  
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• Sunderland survival odds - how Chris Coleman's arrival has changed the Black Cats' prospects

  27-11-2017 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland may have only one two league matches all season, but the feelgood factor following Coleman's arrival is having an effect
  
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• Warning over stolen goods after thieves raid South Shields home overnight

  27-11-2017 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A home on Ashley Road was burgled overnight and police are appealing for anyone who has been offered stolen property to come forward
  
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• Quayside fire: Witnesses describe '10ft flames' as they recall Queen Street 'bang'

  27-11-2017 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fire engines and electrical engineers responded after Newcastle shop owners say they saw a flash at the scene
  
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• Fenwick appoints new chief executive Robbie Feather amid plan to modernise

  27-11-2017 17:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Robbie Feather starts at Fenwick next year, coming from J Sainsbury where he has been commercial director of Argos
  
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• Rafa Benitez comes out fighting as he attempts to turn around Newcastle run

  27-11-2017 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United head to West Bromwich Albion looking to turn around a desperate run of form
  
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• New CEO at Boldon's Immunodiagnostic Systems ready to drive growth

  27-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jaap Stuut took on the top job at the technology firm last month, when Regis Duval stepped down with immediate effect
  
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• 'I won't let them grind me down': Disabled robbery victim targeted on mobility scooter in Washington

  27-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neil Cunningham was on his way home on his scooter when two men approached him and demanded he give them money during the robbery
  
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• App aimed to revolutionise car insurance in £650,000 crowdfunding appeal

  27-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle tech firm honcho has already raised more than £260,000 in its bid to launch the app
  
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• Where to see the fireworks welcoming 2018 - a big year for NewcastleGateshead

  27-11-2017 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The traditional display is organised by NewcastleGateshead Intitiatve and NE1 Ltd - keen for a big welcome for a big year
  
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• Benidorm Live! in Newcastle - tickets are on sale now for Theatre Royal show

  27-11-2017 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Find out how to get tickets for the 2018 premiere in the city of the first ever live version  of TV hit Bendorm
  
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• How old is Meghan Markle and what is she famous for? The lowdown on Prince Harry's fiancee

  27-11-2017 16:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement on Monday morning with their wedding set for spring 2018
  
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• He was as good as Bob Dylan in his day, they say. Joe Wilson Year is launched on Wednesday

  27-11-2017 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joe Wilson night will begin a year-long celebration of the Geordie singer songwriter who penned 360 songs and died young 
  
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• Who Newcastle United will face in the opposing dugout at West Bromwich Albion

  27-11-2017 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gary Megson will take charge of West Bromwich Albion when they face Newcastle on Tuesday night, with Alan Pardew waiting in the wings
  
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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make first appearance in public since engagement

  27-11-2017 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kensington Palace said the prince designed Ms Markle's engagement ring himself - using two stones which belong to his late mother
  
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• Supermarket aisles may be shy of coconuts amid reports of declining stocks

  27-11-2017 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Customers may pay a higher price for coconuts over the coming days as Pret takes its coconut porridge out of stock due to a late shipment
  
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• Gales, wintry showers and chance of snow forecast for North East this week

  27-11-2017 15:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office are predicting frost and some snow in rural areas as the cold temperatures continue across the region
  
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• Predictions - How our Newcastle writers sees the clash against West Brom going

  27-11-2017 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle have lost four on the bounce and head to the Midlands looking to avoid defeat number five - but can they do it?
  
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• Geordie Gifts opens its first shop right in the heart of Newcastle - what can you buy?

  27-11-2017 15:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Gifts attracts custom online at at Tynemouth and Quayside markets but now has its own store in Newcastle
  
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• The Top 200 are the example North East businesses need

  27-11-2017 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Top 200: The North East needs to be more aspirational and self-dependent
  
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• Newcastle pharma firm Fagron UK makes moves into consumer products

  27-11-2017 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The growing £2m turnover company has just marked its 10th year of working in Newcastle
  
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• Vito Mannone reveals his mother is 'fighting for her life', as he prepares to return to Sunderland

  27-11-2017 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Sunderland man Vito Mannone wants to play for Reading against his old club, before returning to Italy to be with his seriously ill mother
  
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• Insolvency risks rise for North East industries, latest R3 research reveals

  27-11-2017 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ten of of 11 industries monitored by R3 have seen their business stability rankings fall in the last month
  
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• Underground fire on Newcastle Quayside LIVE: Updates as firefighters deal with incident

  27-11-2017 14:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A spokeswoman for Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service said they have a crew at Queen Street to deal with an underground fire
  
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• Alan Shearer was not a happy man after Newcastle's dreadful defeat against Watford

  27-11-2017 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Shearer blasted the players on Saturday's Match of the Day and insisted takeover talk is no excuse for the players underperforming
  
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• Chennai Six: How events unfolded after the former soldiers were arrested in India

  27-11-2017 14:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We take a look at how the Chennai Six spent four years in an Indian jail, while their families fought for their freedom
  
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• Micky Gray praises the 'Chris Coleman effect' after Sunderland claim long overdue victory

  27-11-2017 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Saturday's win at Burton Albion lifted Sunderland off the bottom of the Championship table, giving lift off for Chris Coleman's tenure
  
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