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• Devolution one step closer: Newcastle and North Tyneside cabinets give North of Tyne plan go-ahead

  11-12-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cabinets of all three councils had to agree to withdraw from the existing North East Combined Authority, which includes South of the Tyne councils
  
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• Claw hammer horror: Savage tried to murder girlfriend in her Walker home

  11-12-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Park, who once had an eye plucked out with a fork which was handed back to him, has been jailed for life for attacking Claire Holmes in Walker
  
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• What's all the fuss about? The Hullabaloo is the region's very first theatre for children

  11-12-2017 21:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Arts Council England boss Darren Henley cut the ribbon at the new theatre helped by two children from Darlington
  
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• Day of disruption for the North East as snowfall delays Metros, cancels flights and closes schools

  11-12-2017 20:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Met Office weather warning for snow and ice remains in place until Tuesday morning
  
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• Read Tommy Cassidy's damning verdict on modern footballers and unambitious Newcastle United

  11-12-2017 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Former Newcastle star Tommy Cassidy says watching Magpies these days sends him to sleep in his armchair
  
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• Theresa May urges EU nationals to stay in the UK after agreeing Brexit deal

  11-12-2017 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister appears to have healed Tory divisions over Brexit after negotiating a divorce deal with the EU
  
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• 'Why a new Newcastle owner needs a proper plan' - NUFC honorary vice-president on 125th anniversary

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United honorary vice-president Malcolm Dix's grandfather was a founder shareholder of NUFC
  
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• What are my rights as a passenger if my airline cancels my flight?

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We look at the rules after the TUI Airways flight at 7.15am on Sunday was cancelled leaving families distraught
  
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• Up to 80 jobs could be axed by Newcastle social housing landlord to help save £2.3 million

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Staff at Your Homes Newcastle are currently being consulted over proposed changes to the service
  
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• Up to 80 jobs could be axed at Newcastle social housing landlord

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Staff at Your Homes Newcastle are currently being consulted about proposed changes to the service
  
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• Jumping redlights and overtaking late - see the dodgy driving captured on North East roads

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East Dashcam UK uploaded the compilation to their YouTube channel
  
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• 'Forget Amanda Staveley, Ashley must act': How the national newspapers reporting on NUFC 'crisis'

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  How the national newspapers reported on Newcastle's 3-2 defeat to Leicester City
  
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• Early Christmas present for the Sunshine Fund in the form of a £2,000 cheque

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The new Harrison Centre for Social Mobility has given seven local charities a share of a £30,000 donation
  
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• Are you entering the Great Exhibition of the North photo competition? Here are the judges

  11-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Photographs reflecting the 'greatness' of the North are flying in ahead of the deadline at the end of this month
  
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• It's snowing: Quick, here's everything you need to know to build the perfect snowman

  11-12-2017 18:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mathematician Dr James Hind of Nottingham Trent University claims he has created a formula for the perfect snowman
  
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• Wallsend building services firm John N Dunn reports big increase in profits

  11-12-2017 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The firm's accounts outline a strong performance in what it describes as a challenging market
  
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• This man is facing jail for badly injuring a couple by cycling into them in Whitley Bay

  11-12-2017 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Gallon left Holly Blake and William Nicholson with serious injuries after riding into them in Whitley Bay
  
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• Five childhood illnesses and the signs and symptoms to look for this winter

  11-12-2017 17:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Winter is the season of coughs and colds-especially for young children. But when do you visit a doctor and what ailments can be treated at home?
  
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• 51-year-old woman in hospital after being knocked over by Fiat 500 in Byker

  11-12-2017 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pedestrian was seriously injured in the collision on the Shields Road Bypass and police are looking for witnesses
  
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• New North East pubs on the way as Hadrian Border Brewery searches for new venues

  11-12-2017 17:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Station East in Gateshead is the Newburn brewery's first pub enterprise - and the plan is to open more
  
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• Watch Robert Plant remember the day he went to find Newcastle's legendary Club A'Gogo

  11-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Led Zeppelin frontman was searching for the venue played by Pink Floyd, The Who, The Rolling Stones and Jimi Hendrix
  
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• Nick Dunn lifts the lid on the 'horrendous' conditions he faced inside Indian prison

  11-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former soldier opens up about living inside the jail in sweltering heat with inadequate water and food
  
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• Durham University student found dead in halls of residence died of drug overdose - inquest hears

  11-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An inquest heard that Jessica Cawley, 19, had battled social anxiety for a number of years
  
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• A good omen for Newcastle? How Mike Ashley has previously been shocked into spending during January

  11-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez has urged owner Mike Ashley to invest during the January transfer window
  
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• Last Christmas delivery dates at Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury and more

  11-12-2017 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Check here the deadlines for last orders at stores also including Morrisons and Waitrose
  
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• Subaru crashes into multiple vehicles including an ambulance in Sunderland

  11-12-2017 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The male driver of the car is in hospital with serious injuries and police are looking for witnesses
  
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• RealRider boosts customer base after striking deal with motor finance firm

  11-12-2017 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The crash detection app has already expanded into Canada and Malaysia this year
  
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• TV presenter Keith Chegwin dies aged 60 after battle with lung condition

  11-12-2017 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A statement from Keith Chegwin's family confirmed the TV presenter died on Monday following a battle with a lung condition
  
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• Cyclist critically injured in a collision with a car on Sunderland roundabout

  11-12-2017 15:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 69-year-old man is in a critical condition after the collision on Sunday as police appeal for witnesses to come forward
  
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• North Shields Victorian Christmas Market hailed a success with over 30,000 visitors

  11-12-2017 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The annual event, at Northumberland Square, featured more than 100 stalls selling food, drink and crafts
  
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• Ray Wilkins believes Jonjo Shelvey holds the key to Newcastle's revival

  11-12-2017 15:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Magpies are on a dreadful run of form and Wilkins believes Shelvey and the returning Lascelles can spark a revival
  
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• Keith Chegwin dies aged 60 - tributes paid to much-loved entertainer

  11-12-2017 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV presenter and comic, from Bootle,  becoming a household name in the 1970s and 80s
  
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• Shay Given feels 'passive' Newcastle are losing value with every defeat

  11-12-2017 15:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle were beaten again on Saturday and Given was frustrated by their display as takeover talk rumbles on
  
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• Scheme offering coffee in exchange for business ideas heads to Newcastle

  11-12-2017 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A coffee truck backed by Dragons' Den star Deborah Meaden will be offering advice to aspiring entrepreneurs
  
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• Which Sunderland players do YOU want to stay on Wearside beyond the summer

  11-12-2017 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nine players are set to leave Sunderland at the end of the season, but according to our poll Black Cats fans want three of them to stay on
  
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• New Vitamin Coffee hits market - get your caffeine and 'goodness boost' at same time

  11-12-2017 14:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New brew promises 'perfect pick me up' for health-conscious coffee lovers
  
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• Russell Brand Re:Birth tour - we pose the comedian 10 questions ahead of North East shows

  11-12-2017 14:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  10 questions for Russell Brand ahead of Re:Birth tour dates in Newcastle, Sunderland and Middlesbrough
  
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• B&M's Christmas lights sales soar by 133% as shoppers bid to outshine neighbours

  11-12-2017 14:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There's still time for customers to bag a giant Santa or a house projection to brighten up the festive season
  
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• Rail jobs coming to North East with opening of new production plant

  11-12-2017 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vivarail is opening new production plant in Seaham, County Durham, to build on the region's burgeoning rail expertise
  
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• Why a Sage Gateshead concert by The Sixteen puts down a significant marker

  11-12-2017 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One of the world's great choirs performed a programme of Christmas music from across the centuries by Rob Barnes
  
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• Why your boss MUST allow you time off if your child's school closes unexpectedly

  11-12-2017 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Several schools closed on Monday due to heating issues brought about by the freezing weather conditions across the North East
  
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• Star Wars The Last Jedi midnight screening at Metrocentre after The Force Awakens showing

  11-12-2017 14:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Star Wars fans can immerse themselves in the new The Last Jedi film plus The Force Awakens at intu Metrocentre
  
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• North East school closures: List of schools forced to close after snow hits the region

  11-12-2017 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Several schools in Newcastle, Northumberland and County Durham have closed their doors
  
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• Tyne Bridge to be repainted and resurfaced in £15m makeover - but will take THREE YEARS to do

  11-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Multi-million pound proposals have been put together to give the grade II-listed structure a fresh lick of paint and carry out repairs
  
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• Tories and Labour row over 4,000-home 'super village' plans in Northumberland

  11-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has emerged that plans for the housing development between Ashington and Pegswood had been drawn up
  
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• Labour party could create a regional Bank of England office in Newcastle

  11-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East office for Bank of England to end dominance of London and ensure decisions are made for the god of the whole country
  
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• 49 fun Newcastle nightlife photos from city bars and clubs

  11-12-2017 13:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take a look at our video and gallery from Newcastle city nightspots including The Ember Lounge, Bar B, Eazy Street and more
  
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• Gosforth homeowner chases would-be thief after catching him breaking in

  11-12-2017 13:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The culprit broke into the house on Lodore Road by smashing a window, but the commotion woke the occupants
  
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• Fresh snow and ice warning for North East as schools are closed and flights disrupted

  11-12-2017 13:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Met Office forecasters are urging people to stay safe because of the risk of ice developing on roads and pavements
  
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• Phil Neville warns Newcastle will get relegated if they fail to strengthen in January

  11-12-2017 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies have won just one of their last 11 Premier League games and hover just two points above the relegation zone
  
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