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• Agatha Christie puts bottoms on seats with an audience-pleasing whodunit

  18-01-2018 23:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christie's play Go Back For Murder gets 2018 under way for the Newcastle-based amateur theatre company
  
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• Savage sex attack intruder has sentence cut - as he was not given enough credit for guilty plea

  18-01-2018 22:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The stranger Paul Johnson smothered, beat and tried to rape in her own home described it as 'the stuff nightmares are made of'
  
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• Chris Coleman provides Sunderland transfer update as he works hard to bring in strikers

  18-01-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland have seen deals for Ben Woodburn and Jon Walters fall through, but Chris Coleman and Martin Bain are working tirelessly
  
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• The Red and White Podcast: Sunderland's January woes examined

  18-01-2018 20:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Listen to the latest Chronicle SAFC podcast as we take a look at the club's transfer window so far, and what they need going forward
  
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• Watch Mikel Merino dance along with schoolchildren as NUFC midfielder launches learning initiative

  18-01-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder Mikel Merino showed he has the moves as he visited Choppington Primary School
  
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• Snow much fun? A day of snowfall and travel problems has left North Easterners feeling the chill

  18-01-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police advised motorists to only drive 'only if absolutely necessary' as the snow caused treacherous driving conditions
  
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• Ex-Sunderland striker Michael Bridges on how Alan Sugar killed his dream of playing for Tottenham

  18-01-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Bridges revealed to Classic Football Shirts that he came very close to leaving Sunderland for Tottenham in 1999
  
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• Micro-pub lands CAMRA's Tyneside Pub of the Year - and it hasn't been open a year

  18-01-2018 19:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In a big year for the tiny boozer, micro-pubs in Berwick and Morpeth have also impressed North East CAMRA members
  
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• Any integrity left? Maybe Jack Rodwell could learn from Matt Piper's example at Sunderland

  18-01-2018 19:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Rodwell's current situation at Sunderland reminds of the time Matt Piper agreed to half his wage because of persistent injuries
  
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• When is British Pie Week 2018? Here's our guide giving you a flavour of the upcoming food event

  18-01-2018 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As well as Spring to look ahead to, there's also British Pie Week on the horizon so here's what you need to know about the always-popular treat
  
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• Marnie Simpson 'quits Geordie Shore' a day after branding show scripted and fake

  18-01-2018 19:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The fiery cast member has ruffled plenty of feathers during their time on the show but are said to be moving on to exciting opportunities
  
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• Seaton Burn College is now North Gosforth Academy: What does it mean for students and parents?

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The school has now officially become part of the Gosforth Academy chain, but what will the impact on admissions, catchment areas and teaching be?
  
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• Is your '30 hours free childcare' really free? Nurseries 'ask parents to top-up' Government scheme

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Pre-School Learning Alliance says parents are being asked to pay for extras, meaning the scheme is not as free as it claims to be
  
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• House of Commons Speaker John Bercow to launch new season of free public lectures

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was in London a year ago that the Speaker promised to speak at Newcastle University and he has proved as good as his word
  
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• Heartwarming: Rough sleeper gives up his own blanket to help get snow-stuck cars moving

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bad weather has brought out the best in some Geordies - and none more than this kind hearted rough sleeper
  
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• Europe's 13th biggest debt - Sunderland's transfer problems explained by latest money figures

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Uefa's latest Benchmarking Report has put the Black Cats' financial problems into context by putting the scale of their debts into context
  
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• Darren Bonner murder trial: Jury trying Richard Spottiswood discharged for legal reasons

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Richard Spottiswood, of Jarrow, who denies murdering Darren Bonner, faces a retrial accused of the killing in Cresswell
  
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• Brave schoolboy Austin Sweeney is a walking miracle - and you might see him on TV soon

  18-01-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Austin, nine, of Whitley Bay, is now featured in the Cancer Research UK's Right Now campaign after being cancer free for a year
  
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• Harry Potter Book Night in Newcastle and Gateshead - when is it and how to celebrate it

  18-01-2018 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's time to don those robes as the annual celebration of all things Potter is almost here
  
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• Sunderland goalkeeper Max Stryjek recalled after disappointing loan spell at Accrington Stanley

  18-01-2018 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Poland Under-21 international Max Stryjek was sent to Livingstone Road for experience, but was unable to regain his place after a debut injury
  
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• Newcastle wealth management expands with opening of first international office

  18-01-2018 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tier One Capital has opened two new offices in London and Switzerland
  
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• Darren Bonner death: Murder jury discharged

  18-01-2018 17:44 via bbc.co.uk
  Darren Bonner was found in undergrowth near a caravan park in Northumberland in July last year.
  
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• Newcastle bar Filthy's tricks punters with Customer Appreciation free drinks offer

  18-01-2018 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The amazing offer posted by Filthy's quickly got people talking and tagging friends but all was not what it seemed
  
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• Enjoying the snow on Newcastle's Town Moor

  18-01-2018 17:35 via bbc.co.uk
  The snow provided an opportunity for fun and games.
  
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• Gateshead lose Luke Hannant - Steve Watson's verdict as Port Vale land midfielder

  18-01-2018 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead take on Chester on Saturday, but will have to do so without attacking midfielder Luke Hannant
  
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• Watch Shola Ameobi on joy of winning at Sunderland - and 'hatred' he received at Stadium of Light

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United cult hero Shola Ameobi earned the nickname of 'The Mackem Slayer' for his goals against Sunderland
  
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• Still got some old round pounds? It's not too late to change them for new ones

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Banks are still swapping your old £1 coins for the 12-sided replacement - here is how you can go about doing it
  
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• Road rage menace created shocking scenes like 'stunt driving you see in movies' on A1 at Gosforth

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lewis Jeavons, of Consett, became airborne, deliberately rammed into the side of a van then was whisked away by balaclava-clad men in another car
  
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• Potential merger on the cards as two NHS trusts announce desire 'to become one organisation'

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS trusts have said 'now is the right time' to look at the possibility of a merger
  
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• Man left with serious eye injury after being attacked while playing dominoes in a club

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 55-year-old victim was sitting with a friend at Dubmire Working Men’s Club in Houghton-le-Spring when he was assaulted
  
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• Killingworth campaigners launch fight against proposed cuts to library opening hours

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Under North Tyneside Council's budget plans for the year, libraries could have their opening hours reduced
  
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• Jonny Williams 'coming to the party' after injury can make a huge difference to Sunderland

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jonny Williams is back in training ahead of schedule and targeting a return at Birmingham City. If the Black Cats can keep him fit, it will be massive
  
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• Is Mike Ashley asking too much for Newcastle United? Our writers discuss the asking price

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As Mike Ashley continues to be frustrated at attempts to sell Newcastle United is he asking too much for the club?
  
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• Enter the dystopian world of Anna Day, clinical psychologist and first-time author

  18-01-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle writer's first novel enters the world of the Comic Con where costumed fans meet their heroes and heroines
  
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• Passionate about steam engines? Find your dream job at award-winning South Tynedale Railway

  18-01-2018 16:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thriving heritage railway wants general manager to spearhead the company at one of most exciting times in its history
  
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• Durham businessmen who won (and then lost) on Dragons' Den turn to crowdfunding

  18-01-2018 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chester-le-Street's Natural Nutrients is turning to crowdfunding to help it grow   
  
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• Watch people play Beer Goggle Football as new craze kicks off in Newcastle

  18-01-2018 16:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ideal for a stag do, birthday or staff bonding, Beer Goggle Football has kicked off in Newcastle - even the Geordie Shore cast have tried it
  
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• Meet the heroic farmer who helped put rapist Newcastle sports coach behind bars

  18-01-2018 16:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brave George Common tried to rescue the young boy after catching twisted Louis Murray abusing him in his car
  
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• Sir Bobby Robson wanted me at Barcelona - Alan Shearer reveals how close he came to moving from Blackburn

  18-01-2018 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first clip from the Sir Bobby Robson movie has been released with Alan Shearer speaking about his former manager
  
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• Haggis burger anyone? Check out the Burns Night special dish - which comes with a whisky sauce

  18-01-2018 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Highland Burger will be on the menu from this Saturday at Wetherspoons pubs in and around Newcastle to mark Burns Week
  
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• Newcastle Restaurant Week - find out how to 'dine around the world' from the city centre

  18-01-2018 15:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NE1 Newcastle Restaurant Week is back and there's more on the menu than ever - check it out
  
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• Geordie Shore star Marnie Simpson says MTV show is 'scripted and fake'

  18-01-2018 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore was the subject of controversy in 2016 when a script was found in Newcastle and now Marnie has added fuel to the fire
  
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• Carillion's North East subcontractors and suppliers urged to seek help to minimise insolvency risk

  18-01-2018 15:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firms must clearly understand their options if they think trouble could lie ahead, says insolvency body R3
  
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• The heartbreaking effects the snow is having on Newcastle's rough sleepers

  18-01-2018 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The snow might be great news for those who've got the day off, but it makes life more difficult for some of Newcastle's more vulnerable people
  
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• Watch Strictly Come Dancing tour rehearsals ahead of the show's three Newcastle dates

  18-01-2018 15:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour plays three shows at the Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle and here you can watch the dancers in rehearsals
  
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• Closed Durham nightclub Loveshack to make shock comeback in new venue

  18-01-2018 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Loveshack had Durham revellers partying in style for over a decade before its closure last year but now the team behind it are coming back
  
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• Snow: Brilliant excuse for a day off, total nuisance, or fuss over nothing?

  18-01-2018 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our readers are divided over the importance of the carpet of snow covering the region today. Where do you stand?
  
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• The £17m vision for Northumberland County Hall is unveiled - which you'll be paying for

  18-01-2018 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  County Hall, which was built 37 years ago, is set to be redeveloped after plans to move to a new HQ were axed
  
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• Farmer found Newcastle trampoline coach abusing boy in car

  18-01-2018 14:28 via bbc.co.uk
  George Common says he initially thought he was witnessing a suicide attempt when he discovered the abuse.
  
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• Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields to get a big new attraction in time for re-opening

  18-01-2018 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  South Shields' Ocean Beach Pleasure Park will soon re-open with a number of new attractions teased for the new season
  
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