Newcastle news

• Why Newcastle players have cancelled their planned Christmas party - and why Rafa backs the decision

  15-12-2017 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United head to the Emirates to take on Arsenal on Saturday, aiming to end a run of seven defeats in eight games
  
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• Sunderland street has 'too many' ATMs

  15-12-2017 22:59 via bbc.co.uk
  The cash machine industry and the network are at loggerheads over closure plans.
  
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• 'We wish EU a merry Christmas': Anti-Brexit protesters call for second referendum - with carols

  15-12-2017 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A group of pro-EU activists took to Northumberland St on Friday night, using Christmas songs to call for a second vote on Brexit
  
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• Watch a winter sun setting over the Tyne in this beautiful time-lapse footage

  15-12-2017 21:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  See the sunset over Newcastle's Quayside in just 30 seconds as captured by ChronicleLive photographer Simon Greener
  
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• Chris Coleman gives transfer updates on Lewis Grabban and Lamine Kone

  15-12-2017 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland manager Chris Coleman says the futures of Lewis Grabban and Lamine Kone are unclear, ahead of the January transfer window
  
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• Jermain Defoe opens up on relationship with 'special' Bradley Lowery

  15-12-2017 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jermain Defoe has spoken about his relationship with Bradley Lowery, including the first time he met the Sunderland fan
  
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• See dramatic footage of a car in flames on the Newcastle Quayside

  15-12-2017 19:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters do not yet know the cause of the blaze which happened outside of the Copthorne Hotel on Friday evening
  
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• Young woman taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Jesmond

  15-12-2017 19:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pedestrian was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary but police were unable to give any details about the extent of her injuries
  
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• Brazen burglar ram-raided chemist with van then told staff at another pharmacy he had a bomb

  15-12-2017 19:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean Conroy, of Newburn, also woke up a homeowner in Gateshead while burgling his flat and pretended he was a police officer doing a search
  
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• Russell Brand tells a packed City Hall how baby Mabel provided a new sense of purpose

  15-12-2017 19:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The controversial comedian performed his Re:Birth show in front of a sell-out audience and displayed his 'inner calm'
  
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• This Whitley Bay family needs your help this Christmas to make their lives less of a struggle

  15-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Isaac Smith, 15, needs a power pack to make his life in a wheelchair so much easier and you could help make his wish come true
  
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• This £125,000 three-bed terrace is touted as a great opportunity for first-time buyers or investors

  15-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The home in Arthurs Hill would benefit from a bit of modernisation inside but it's close to Newcastle city centre and local shops
  
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• Dreaming of a holiday in the sun? Emirates launch New Year sale from Newcastle Airport

  15-12-2017 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emirates has launched a sale on fares to locations such as Dubai, Bangkok, and Phuket from Newcastle Airport
  
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• Man arrested after 75,000 cigarettes are seized in Seaham raid

  15-12-2017 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The tobacco taken by Durham County Council trading standards officers was said to be worth almost £20,000
  
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• Pensioner in hospital after bus crash which brought city centre street to halt

  15-12-2017 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Buses and taxis were briefly unable to pass though Blackett St, Newcastle, on Friday afternoon, as a woman in her 60s was taken to hospital
  
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• Emergency services battle bad weather to rescue man stranded on cliffs in South Shields

  15-12-2017 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service's specialist rope team lifted the man to safety after a two-hour operation
  
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• The Big Toon Survey: Tell us your thoughts on the takeover, Amanda Staveley, Ashley and Rafa Benitez

  15-12-2017 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's most important period for a decade is coming up - and we want to hear what you think of the big issues
  
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• Byron Burger may close more sites after restructuring deal

  15-12-2017 18:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Upmarket burger chain closed its Metrocentre site this year and has brought in new investors after a troubled period
  
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• Person rescued from car after two vehicle crash on Windy Nook Road in Gateshead

  15-12-2017 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have cordoned off part of the road after the two vehicle collision at 2.20pm on Friday
  
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• Sunderland vs Fulham - pick the team to put Black Cats home record to bed at last

  15-12-2017 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Coleman must change his side again after Lee Cattermole's red card, but who would you pick to start for Sunderland?
  
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• Hartlepool teacher banned over Washington pupil affair

  15-12-2017 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  The history teacher sent the girl lewd text messages and took her in his car for sex acts.
  
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• Jesmond Road reopened RECAP: Pedestrian taken to hospital after being hit by a car

  15-12-2017 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have closed Jesmond Road at the junction for Osborne Road to traffic heading towards the Coast due to a collision involving a pedestrian
  
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• Sunderland's Didier Ndong could return against Fulham this weekend

  15-12-2017 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland boss Chris Coleman's injury update included good news on Didier Ndong, but Paddy McNair's return has been delayed
  
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• See miracle boy Noah Wall return to spread Christmas cheer in the hospital that saved his life

  15-12-2017 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The five-year-old was given little chance of survival when he was born at the Royal Victoria Infirmary with just 2% brain mass
  
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• Not everyone wants turkey for Christmas? Three top chefs offer a veggy alternative

  15-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bob Arora, Dave Coulson and Vicky Turnbull share their favourite festive recipe and swear meat-eaters would love it too
  
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• Multimillion pound plans to repaint and refurbish the Tyne Bridge move a step forward

  15-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The proposals involve giving the historic bridge a fresh lick of paint as well as carrying out other repair work
  
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• Exciting plans ahead for Alnwick Playhouse as £2.5m refurb plans are revealed

  15-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The popular Northumberland attraction is set to be given a major facelift and part of its ground floor will become a community hub
  
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• Decision on 1,200 homes at Newcastle Great Park has been pushed back until the New Year

  15-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The proposals were due to be discussed by a planning committee on Friday but the panel deferred a decision until January
  
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• Awards to reward the best of the North East's HR&D professionals are launched

  15-12-2017 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  CIPD North East HR&D Awards are now in their 12th year and will next year be held in June
  
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• Why Aleksandar Mitrovic won't be starting for Newcastle United against Arsenal

  15-12-2017 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Magpies manager Rafa Benitez has confirmed Aleksandar Mitrovic will miss the trip to take on Arsenal at the Emirates
  
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• Honeymoon horror for newlyweds after their home was raided by burglars while on holiday

  15-12-2017 16:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The couple returned from their honeymoon to find their wedding gifts and Christmas presents were stolen by burglars
  
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• Milburngate scheme in Durham stays on track as developers buy out troubled Carillion

  15-12-2017 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Milburngate scheme aims to bring 1,000 jobs and a boutique cinema to Durham
  
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• Rafa Benitez confirms transfer talks with Newcastle hierarchy - here's what they discussed

  15-12-2017 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez confirmed at his weekly press conference that he has begun talks with the hierarchy
  
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• Business Supplement: Annual Business Review

  15-12-2017 15:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As ever, Journal Business seeks to highlight all that is good in the local economy
  
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• Who should Rafa Benitez start in goal against Arsenal? Our Newcastle United writers discuss

  15-12-2017 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United travel down to Arsenal this weekend but who gets your pick in between the sticks?
  
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• Are Aston Villa in the race to sign Lewis Grabban? Steve Bruce responds to speculation

  15-12-2017 14:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland could lose loan star Lewis Grabban next month if Bournemouth recall him, but are Aston Villa interested?
  
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• MP fighting South Tyneside hospital cuts says she won't be bullied into silence

  15-12-2017 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  MP Emma Lewell-Buck condemns cuts to maternity services but is accused of 'scaremongering' by Ministers
  
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• Royal wedding: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce date at St George's Chapel

  15-12-2017 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The pair are set to marry on a May weekend in Windsor, which means there will definitely not be royal wedding Bank Holiday
  
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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle royal wedding: Date, venue and details revealed

  15-12-2017 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The American actress, who will become a senior HRH on marrying into the royals, intends to become a British citizen
  
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• Misery predicted in the capital as Newcastle United head down to Arsenal

  15-12-2017 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV pundits and our Chroncile Live team don't hold out much hope for Newcastle's trip to Arsenal
  
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• Asleep on the job? Workman appears to be 'snoozing' in his van - and one trader isn't happy

  15-12-2017 14:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Phil Doyle was left furious after it appeared a worker was asleep while roadworks were scheduled to take place
  
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• Accountant jailed for £2.5m fraud from Middlesbrough garage

  15-12-2017 14:04 via bbc.co.uk
  Allan Curry, from Seaham, spent the money on homes, luxury cars and holidays.
  
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• Heavyweight pair promise bombs will be thrown at BAMMA Newcastle, before they share a pint together

  15-12-2017 14:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle's Darren Towler and Sunderland's Tony Mustard clash at BAMMA Newcastle where they promise a fan-friendly fest
  
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• Why Gateshead's FA Trophy clash with Guiseley will be decided on the day

  15-12-2017 14:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead and Guiseley have taken steps to help fixtures congestion after Heed's mammoth trip to Torquay
  
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• West Ham goalkeeper Adrian admits Newcastle wanted to sign him during the summer window

  15-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez has made clear his desire to sign a goalkeeper during the January window
  
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• Rafa Benitez press conference RECAP - Here's everything that the Newcastle United manager had to say

  15-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Live coverage of Rafa Benitez's press conference ahead of trip to the Emirates to face Arsenal in tomorrow's 3pm kick off
  
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• North East prison chiefs reveal what inmates will be eating on Christmas Day

  15-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The prison service says the festive meals have been prepared at no extra cost and are paid for out of the general catering budget
  
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• Newcastle's latest Christmas Market features gifts, food and drinks from local businesses

  15-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest Christmas Market in Newcastle city centre features an array of local stallholders with lots of unique gifts to sell
  
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• Florian Thauvin 'took a slap' at Newcastle, but he's now courted as a successor to Antoine Griezmann

  15-12-2017 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United flop Florian Thauvin is one of Ligue 1's most in-form players, and made the front cover of L'Equipe on Friday
  
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• Newcastle United on TV: When will Premier League announce February televised fixtures after delay?

  15-12-2017 13:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sky Sports and BT Sport have failed to hit three deadlines for when Premier League live fixtures were planned to be announced
  
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