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• Arthurs Hill scaffolder tells court he did not carry out violent unsolved 1980s stranger rapes

  05-02-2018 20:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eric McKenna denies he was the man who raped women in 1983 and 1988 in Gateshead and Newcastle city centre
  
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• East Coast Main Line franchise on verge of collapse, Chris Grayling admits

  05-02-2018 20:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Transport Secretary says East Coast services could be renationalised as he reveals Virgin/Stagecoach franchise is close to collapse
  
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• Newcastle United need goals to save their Premier League season

  05-02-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Is Islam Slimani the answer to Newcastle United's Premier League goal issues? He had better be for all our sake
  
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• Revealed: The market value of Newcastle's three January loan signings - including Slimani and Kenedy

  05-02-2018 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United did not make a permanent acquisition during the January window, but signed three loan players
  
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• When will it snow? Tuesday's hour-by-hour forecast for Newcastle and the North East

  05-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice in the North East
  
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• Undervalued and overstretched: Union slams pay for prison officers at HMP Northumberland

  05-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers at the troubled Acklington jail are paid up to £8,000 LESS than a Christian chaplain
  
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• Heroic passers-by raced to save woman hit by bus in Newcastle city centre

  05-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A woman in her 60s is fighting life-threatening injuries following the incident on New Bridge Street
  
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• Asylum seeker who stabbed ex 14 times in Newcastle tower block WILL be freed after just 11 years

  05-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Samantha Anderson's family are calling for murderer Ari Abdullah to be deported after his release
  
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• Alan Shearer: NUFC will 'just' survive this term - but why I fear Rafa Benitez will then walk away

  05-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer predicts which three teams will be relegated from the Premier League
  
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• Bongo's Bingo announces nine more Newcastle dates including Space Spectacular

  05-02-2018 18:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's the event that has seen it's popularity soar and now Bongo's Bingo will be blasting into outer space in Newcastle
  
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• A stage musical about cancer? Whatever next? The show opens in Newcastle this week

  05-02-2018 18:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Creator Bryony Kimmings talks about a show that has won enthusiastic reviews but has also divided opinion
  
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• Rolando Aarons in Italy - how have English players fared in Serie A over the years?

  05-02-2018 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After the Newcastle winger swapped northern England for northern Italy, what are his chances of success during his brief spell in Verona?
  
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• 5 top shows in and around Newcastle to enjoy over the next two days

  05-02-2018 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From former Strictly favourites to a musical Shrek, the North East boasts something for all tastes
  
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• Poundland launches Valentine's Day meal deals with one costing just £2

  05-02-2018 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hot on the heels of fellow bargain store B&M, Poundland is selling its own budget Valentine's meal deals
  
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• Newcastle United loan watch: Six make debuts for loan sides, while trio get among the goals

  05-02-2018 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  18 Newcastle players are currently away from the club on a temporary basis - here is how they got on this week
  
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• Durham firm Connection Retail to create dozens of new jobs with store openings

  05-02-2018 17:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Shildon firm, which opened its first store in Birtley last year, is opening nine new shops this year
  
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• Heartbroken dog owner issues warning after beloved young Labrador dies from Alabama Rot

  05-02-2018 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sacriston owner Grant Diehl was told Pearl had to be put down after contracting Alabama Rot
  
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• Heartbreak for Michael Bolton fans as his Valentine's Day show in Sunderland is cancelled

  05-02-2018 17:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Bolton's My Life Story will now no longer go ahead at the Sunderland Empire and there's even more bad news for fans
  
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• Gateshead's Old Town Hall to be transformed into major visitor attraction

  05-02-2018 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Old Town Hall Quarter was put up for sale last year by the council, which called for a visionary developer to take on the site
  
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• Watch Metrocentre Costa barista make the 'latte art' that beat rivals around the world

  05-02-2018 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Consett talent becomes the only UK winner of Global Latte Art Champion title thanks to her creative designs
  
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• North East councils say Government is making it 'hard to plan ahead' with delays to funding reforms

  05-02-2018 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle and Gateshead councils say they face huge cuts in services and uncertainty about the future makes planning harder
  
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• Have Sunderland been written off by the bookmakers already? Latest survival odds

  05-02-2018 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's fate is still very much in their own, hands, but the stats are not looking good for Chris Coleman's side
  
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• What now for Wor Flags? Group release statement and reveal talks with Newcastle United

  05-02-2018 17:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United supporter group Wor Flags give their first public statement since Wednesday's eye-catching banner
  
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• Why Thursday is a pivotal day for the future of the Premier League - and Newcastle United

  05-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is still keen to sell the club - and the Magpies' value will be determined by the new TV deal
  
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• Should there be a special new tax to fund the NHS? A fierce debate has been sparked

  05-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Calls for a special health and social care tax to replace National Insurance have sparked a debate
  
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• Prince Charles set to visit Durham for day of engagements next week

  05-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Prince of Wales will visit Durham Cathedral and Durham University on Thursday, February 15
  
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• NUFC fans urged to sing 'There's only one Frankie Sherwood' during Manchester United match

  05-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Frankie, who died on Monday, won the hearts of Newcastle United supporters when he appeared as a mascot for his team
  
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• CCTV released after cash stolen from victim at Killingworth Morrisons self service till

  05-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The victim was left shaken but uninjured after a thief approached her at the self-service machine and took her cash
  
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• Burglars ran over and killed victim's dog as they stole Mercedes Benz in Sunderland

  05-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An Alsatian escaped from the house in Blind Lane, Houghton-le-Spring, during the burglary and was ran over and killed as the thieves drove away
  
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• Justin Timberlake announces UK tour dates after performing at the Superbowl

  05-02-2018 16:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Justin, the man responsible for hits like Sexy Back and Can't Stop The Feeling will arrive in the UK on his The Man of the Woods tour
  
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• Newcastle's best buildings unveiled in Lord Mayor's Design Awards

  05-02-2018 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  LiveWorks, Boiler Shop, the Old Post Office and Byker Wall were among the winners at the annual event recognising the city's property successes
  
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• Gateshead's FA Trophy draw - Steve Watson's verdict as Heed must hit the road again

  05-02-2018 16:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead face Maidstone United in their FA Trophy replay, before another difficult game on the road if they get through
  
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• The Everything is Black and White Podcast: TV pundits and their Newcastle United opinions

  05-02-2018 16:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Douglas and Chris Waugh join Andrew Musgrove on this week's podcast to discuss all things Newcastle United
  
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• Fifty Shades of Grey Freed is HERE this Tuesday- Here's how to save £10 on your ticket

  05-02-2018 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The final film instalment is here just in time to switch up the romance for Valentines Day approaching
  
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• X Factor star Grace Davies confirmed to headline new music festival in Newcastle

  05-02-2018 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Grace, who finished second to Rak-Su on X Factor in December will top the bill at Magnitude Live in the spring
  
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• Police investigating 'unexplained' death of man found in Jarrow woodland

  05-02-2018 15:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A cordon remains in place following the discovery on Monday morning
  
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• Sunderland have to be more pro-active ahead of transfers, says ex-chief football officer

  05-02-2018 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Wilson was only at Sunderland for seven months, but got a good idea of how things operate behind the scenes
  
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• Scammers are sending texts pretending to be the DVLA - don't open the links in them

  05-02-2018 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The links could contain viruses, and the DVLA says it would never text or email motorists asking for personal information
  
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• Premier League TV deals - when does the new contract go up for grabs?

  05-02-2018 15:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Everything you need to know about the new contracts for the Premier League TV deal and how it might impact United
  
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• Fatal Birtley fire: Victim named as Christine Markham, 54

  05-02-2018 15:19 via bbc.co.uk
  A man arrested on suspicion of murder is released under investigation, police say.
  
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• Take a tour of easyJet's cleaner and quieter eco plane of the next generation

  05-02-2018 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The airline is introducing the A320neo, which can cut carbon emissions by 15%, to its fleet
  
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• Police searching for hit-and-run driver after eight-year-old boy knocked over

  05-02-2018 14:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The boy was injured when he was hit by the car in Hetton-le-Hole on Friday afternoon
  
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• 101 Premier League transfer records broken since Newcastle United paid £16 million for Michael Owen

  05-02-2018 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Since 2005 the current top flight have broken their record transfer fees 101 times since Newcastle broke their own record
  
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• Manor Walks' half-term treats include creepy crawlies and mocktail-making - all for free

  05-02-2018 14:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cramlington shopping centre's February holiday activity programme will also include a pancake session for autistic children
  
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• Police name woman found dead in burning Gateshead house as Christine Markham

  05-02-2018 14:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 61-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder but he has been released under investigation
  
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• Two men deny murdering Ashley Cochrane in Byker on New Year's Day

  05-02-2018 14:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Three men are charged with murdering Ashley Cochrane, who was found with serious head injuries at a hostel in Byker on January 1
  
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• Vue Gateshead launches offer which lets you see a film for just £4.99

  05-02-2018 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Every Film Every Day offer has launched at a number of Vue cinemas across the country including Gateshead
  
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• Former Flynn's bar to reopen as new operator is revealed for Newcastle Quayside venue

  05-02-2018 14:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pub Culture, which is backed by North East businessman Paul Callaghan, has big plans for the Newcastle Quayside bar
  
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• Another 452 jobs go at Carillion as fallout from firm's collapse continues

  05-02-2018 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  829 people have lost their jobs in the last week after the Official Receiver was unable to find companies capable of taking on the staff
  
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• Do you shop at Asda - here are the changes coming as 5p plastic bags are scrapped

  05-02-2018 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Supermarket Asda targets every plastic component in its packaging
  
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