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• A Christmas Cracker and oodles of gift-wrapped gigs - Sage Gateshead's seasonal offering

  30-11-2017 22:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Snowman, Kate Rusby, The Overtones and a string of monster ceilidhs will help to put the merry into Christmas at the Sage
  
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• Serial killer Levi Bellfield claims he has been offered cash to confess to murders by Michael Stone

  30-11-2017 21:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The men are both housed in HMP Frankland, a high-security prison in Durham, although they are understood to be on different wings
  
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• See Newcastle's Bergen Christmas tree lit up for the season amid a flurry of snow

  30-11-2017 21:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After a day of wintry weather across the North East, Newcastle's Norwegian Christmas tree was illuminated in front of a crowd of families
  
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• Is WhatsApp down? Users mystified after messaging app stops working

  30-11-2017 20:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Social network WhatsApp has stopped working meaning users around the globe cannot send or receive messages
  
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• Newcastle College wins UK's top education award for its rail and aviation academies

  30-11-2017 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The college's work in helping equip youngsters with much-needed skills has seen it win a Queen's Anniversary Prize
  
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• Future of Newcastle's children's heart unit assured by NHS bosses until 2021

  30-11-2017 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NHS England has announced that Newcastle's NHS trust (NUTH) will be allowed to retain a level 1 congenital heart disease (CHD) centre
  
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• Snow falls on England's east coast beaches

  30-11-2017 19:23 via bbc.co.uk
  Parts of the east coast of England are witnessing snow settling for the first time in years.
  
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• Snow, snow, snow - take a look as the North East becomes a winter wonderland

  30-11-2017 19:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  School children enjoyed playing the the snow and Beamish Museum enjoyed a magical transformation but the wintry weather did bring traffic problems
  
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• This five-bed farmhouse could be transformed into a home or holiday let

  30-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The brick-built property in Bellingham is surrounded by gorgeous countryside and could make a family home or holiday let
  
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• The big Jamaal Lascelles interview: On being a Good Samaritan, leading United and England call-ups

  30-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  In an excellent interview in this week's MOTD Mag, Jamaal Lascelles opens up on helping out an ex-Marine in Newcastle
  
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• Sunderland must have a Plan B if Lewis Grabban is recalled by Bournemouth, says Chris Coleman

  30-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Chris Coleman hopes Lewis Grabban stays at on Wearside all season, but says Sunderland must have someone lined up just in case
  
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• Lecturer begs burglars to return stolen hard drive containing 10 years of work

  30-11-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria University academic Dr Honglei Li was at home with her nine-month-old baby when thieves broke in
  
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• Here is my business proposal for the President of France

  30-11-2017 18:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Journal business editor Graeme Whitfield pitches his idea for a snack business to the most powerful man in Europe
  
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• Lasgo, Ultrabeat and Flip n Fill confirmed for Clubland Boxing Day in Newcastle

  30-11-2017 18:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Its a festive tradition on Tyneside and Clubland will return to Newcastle on Boxing Day with a host of Noughties dance favourites on the bill
  
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• Watch County Durham man take gritting into his own hands with the aid of a supermarket trolley

  30-11-2017 18:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Waiting for the gritters to arrive? This man seems to have decided to get on with things himself
  
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• Sunderland AFC transfer rumour round-up: Who has been linked with Chris Coleman's Black Cats?

  30-11-2017 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With the January transfer window just over a month away, the rumours are already circulating as to who Chris Coleman will look to sign
  
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• Snow joke: Sunderland's Ice Gala cancelled - because it's too cold!

  30-11-2017 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Ice Gala was due to launch on Thursday evening with a special event, but has been cancelled due to safety issues
  
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• Sunderland's Chris Coleman gives an injury update ahead of his first home game in charge

  30-11-2017 18:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland face Reading in Chris Coleman's first home game in charge, and the Black Cats still have several players missing through injury
  
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• Witness describes the A696 crash scene in Northumberland where two men died

  30-11-2017 18:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anne Hutchins was just yards away from the site where the fatal crash took place on Wednesday night
  
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• Organised begging to make cash plaguing Newcastle city centre streets

  30-11-2017 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'John' has now turned his life around with the help of Changing Lives but spent eight years on the street begging for money for heroin
  
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• All Good, Pink Boutique and End Clothing make list of UK's fastest growing companies

  30-11-2017 17:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In all, five North East firms make the Sunday Times Virgin Fast Track 100 league
  
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• Newcastle bar to host Ultimate Christmas Movies Night - fancy getting quizzical?

  30-11-2017 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As we hurtle towards Christmas, a Newcastle city centre bar will soon be testing how well you know your festive films
  
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• South Tyneside baby care unit hit by staff shortage

  30-11-2017 17:22 via bbc.co.uk
  Services have been suspended at the South Tyneside District Hospital unit until the new year.
  
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• Clikd dating app joins Tinder and Match.com as winner of top award

  30-11-2017 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The dating app has won an award for innovation for allowing users to create their own personality tests
  
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• Is the snow going to affect your journey tonight? Here's the latest on the North East's roads

  30-11-2017 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With snow falling across the region, police have shut some roads through the course of the day, but how will your evening communte be affected?
  
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• See Newcastle United's league-winning side like never before in unearthed private snaps

  30-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Frank Watt junior's family album is up for sale and auctioneers have been astonished at some of the photos inside
  
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• PETA hits out at South Tyneside Camel Parade again but council insists animals are well looked after

  30-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Animal rights campaigners have previously objected to the parade through Ocean Road, which is going ahead for the fifth year
  
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• Heading away with American Airlines over Christmas? You might have trouble getting a pilot

  30-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  American Airlines has apparently let too many pilots go on holiday in December and is struggling to staff its flights
  
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• Do you drink in these 11 Wetherspoon pubs in Newcastle - they have the best loos

  30-11-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The toilets in these Wetherspoon have been rated among the best in the country - but do they come up to scratch?
  
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• Kellogg's to change two popular cereal recipes and AXE one family favourite in war on sugar

  30-11-2017 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Government targets to slash sugar by 20% by 2020 are having an impact on UK breakfasts
  
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• Gateshead designer launches purse that's the perfect Christmas present for shot loving friends

  30-11-2017 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The purse, branded with 'Do Not Allow This Woman to Buy Shots' is available online now and sure to be in some people's stockings this Christmas
  
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• Think you know your NUFC hot-shots? Three minutes to name every player with 10 or more since '92

  30-11-2017 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United have had 12 players who have scored 10 or more league goals since 1992 - can you name them all?
  
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• Yates launches Christmas menu which includes Bah Hum Burger with pigs in blankets and roasties

  30-11-2017 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Popular Newcastle city centre bar Yates is getting in the Christmas menu will a range of limited edition festive food and drink
  
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• 150 entertaining Elf on the Shelf-style ideas from readers in Newcastle & the North East

  30-11-2017 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Don't be left scratching your head when your elf gets busy - our readers have done all the hard work for you!
  
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• 'Transformational' year at Grainger as £651m is invested in property pipeline

  30-11-2017 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle listed landlord's successful year will result in a £13m payout to shareholders next year, so long as it's approved at the AGM
  
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• Morrisons recalls chicken and mushroom pies - because some are actually fish and mustard

  30-11-2017 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The supermarket has been forced to pull the product from its shelves over the ingredients mix-up
  
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• Dog walker who could be potential witness to Jarrow sex assault urged to come forward

  30-11-2017 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman is believed to have spoken to the offender shortly after he grabbed a woman by the waist
  
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• Michael Owen persuaded Kevin Keegan to pick me claims Sebastien Bassong

  30-11-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Centre-back Sebastien Bassong claims senior players persuaded Kevin Keegan to play him after arriving on Tyneside
  
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• Alan Shearer picks his greatest EVER Newcastle United team - and talks Gazza and Man U snub

  30-11-2017 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's best ever player Alan Shearer picks his Greatest Ever XI for the club's 125 year
  
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• Where can you buy a real Christmas tree in and around Newcastle this year?

  30-11-2017 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This weekend will see lots of families out and about getting their Christmas trees so check out our guide to some of the North East venues which are selling the real deal
  
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• Why Google might have to pay millions of UK iPhone owners £500

  30-11-2017 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The tech giant is accused of taking personal data from iPhone users in England and Wales without permission
  
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• Will Sunderland win City of Culture 2021? Here's when the decision will be announced

  30-11-2017 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Wearside city is up against four rivals from England, Scotland and Wales in the race to follow Hull's 12 months in the spotlight
  
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• Ex-Newcastle captain Kevin Nolan is not convinced by Rafa Benitez's spending complaints

  30-11-2017 15:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Benitez was audibly frustrated by Newcastle's poor transfer window, but Nolan feels he has played on that a bit too much this season
  
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• Win the league within the league: Six revealing stats that point the way to survival for NUFC

  30-11-2017 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United have played 14 games so far this season and a few trends have emerged from their opening matches
  
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• New Metro trains WILL have Tube-style seating after decision by transport bosses

  30-11-2017 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NECA's transport committee has voted to press ahead with plans for 'linear' - despite opposition from Sunderland City Council
  
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• When is the FA Cup third round draw, is it on TV and how can I follow it live?

  30-11-2017 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle and Sunderland enter the competition at this stage, as they look to continue their rich history in the competition
  
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• Pedestrian killed in Blyth collision named as 80-year-old Brian Besford

  30-11-2017 15:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mr Besford passed away in hospital following the collision with a car on Plessey Road
  
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• This historic building was once fit for The Queen - and a major project is converting it into homes

  30-11-2017 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Durham County Club used to welcome top digniatries and even royalty, and now it us being transformed into luxury flats
  
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• New scholarship launched to help young women kick-start their careers

  30-11-2017 15:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new programme will allow teenagers to apply for work experience through a mobile app
  
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• Go-Ahead vows to improve service following end of dispute with train drivers' union

  30-11-2017 14:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The company has reported growth across its rail business and is bidding for the new Southern Eastern franchise
  
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