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• Islam Slimani can become Newcastle United's 'talisman' says Algeria's national coach after loan deal

  08-02-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Algeria manager Rabah Madjer is looking forward to seeing the positive impact Rafa Benitez has on Islam Slimani
  
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• Gateshead thug found guilty of killing Graham Thurston behind Powerhouse in Newcastle

  08-02-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scott Thompson is facing prison after a jury at Newcastle Crown Court convicted him of the manslaughter of Graham Thurston, of North Shields
  
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• Paddington, Gandalf and Bill Bryson to be chilly attractions during Durham's Fire & Ice festival

  08-02-2018 21:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event will see ice sculptures positioned around the city centre on a trail illuminated by flaming beacons
  
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• Lack of Rolling Stones satisfaction sums up the frustrating Sunderland paradox

  08-02-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  When a football club is facing relegation, almost every decision its hierarchy makes turns out to be wrong - not that fans should have any sympathy
  
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• Durham University student Olivia Burt dies outside nightclub

  08-02-2018 20:20 via bbc.co.uk
  Witnesses say 20-year-old Olivia Burt was crushed by a fence outside Missoula in Durham.
  
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• Rafa Benitez watching Paul Dummett's international future with interest after Ryan Giggs becomes Wales manager

  08-02-2018 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Paul Dummett was overlooked by Chris Coleman for Wales which resulted in a break from international football for the Academy product
  
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• Police name Durham University student who died outside Missoula nightclub as Olivia Burt

  08-02-2018 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Olivia Burt, 20, died after suffering fatal head injuries outside the nightclub on Wednesday night
  
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• Hero Jarrow soldier Cpt Dean Sprouting is repatriated back to home soil

  08-02-2018 19:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 46-year-old dad of two died at an army base in Iraq while on a mission to help fight so-called Islamic State
  
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• Why there is no public sector option to run the failing East Coast Main Line

  08-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government been slammed after 'outsourcing' public sector option to run failing service to private sector consultants
  
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• They call it the antidote to Valentine's Day but the Theatre Royal hope Hedda Gabler is a hit

  08-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lizzy Watts, who has been playing Hedda Gabler in the National Theatre touring production, talks about the challenge it posed
  
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• 'Stop taking us for idiots': Theresa May facing Brexit backlash from North East employers

  08-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East business bosses react to warnings Brexit will cause huge damage to the region's economy
  
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• How a plant pot and a 35-year-old comb helped snare monster rapist Eric McKenna

  08-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Detective lifts lid on how Arthur's Hill sex beast was caught three decades after horrific crimes
  
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• Durham nightclub death: Students' horror after 20-year-old is 'crushed'

  08-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Durham University student died following an incident outside Missoula, on Walkergate, late on Wednesday night
  
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• Suburban West Denton street brought to a standstill after discovery of dead body

  08-02-2018 18:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to Darden Lough in West Denton, Newcastle, on Thursday afternoon
  
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• Win a pair of tickets for the World Series of Boxing which is coming to the North East

  08-02-2018 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Team GB Olympians to compete for British Lionhearts against Croatian Knights - get your 10% discount code here
  
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• Newcastle United injury news: Who is out and when will they be back?

  08-02-2018 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Here is the latest Newcastle United injury news as we head into the final 12 games of the season
  
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• Bad blood scandal: Judge promises 'thorough examination' after being appointed to lead inquiry

  08-02-2018 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle campaigner Carol Grayson hopes a public inquiry will uncover the truth about the contaminated blood scandal
  
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• Tickets for 'Game of Thrones' theme night with fire, ice and dragon eggs are now on sale

  08-02-2018 18:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rockcliffe Hotel in County Durham invites guests to journey through the seven kingdoms - and a five-course menu - in Taste of Thrones
  
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• Gary Hutchinson and London investor to plough £750,000 into Alpine makeover for Fat Buddha

  08-02-2018 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A name has yet to be decided but Antler and The Schloss are current working titles
  
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• Marriott Gosforth Park Hotel put up for sale as part of major property deal

  08-02-2018 18:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Five hotels, including Newcastle and Sunderland Marriotts are being sold off in the multimillion-pound deal
  
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• Blyth gran trapped in Mexican hospital is flown back to North East with $100,000 medical bill

  08-02-2018 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joyce Kettle's family say they will do everything they can to repay for hospital for saving her life
  
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• Throckley couple use kidney swap to save wife's life

  08-02-2018 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  Stuart used a kidney swap with another couple to save his wife Andrea's life.
  
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• Futuristic Hyperloop scheme to be discussed at Journal transport breakfast

  08-02-2018 17:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Guest speaker Paul Bell will explain plans for the Northern Arc transport system
  
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• Singer Emeli Sande receives an MBE from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace

  08-02-2018 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Sunderland-born singer, who has performed all over the world, said she was honoured to receive the award
  
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• Nissan in Downing Street talks

  08-02-2018 17:08 via bbc.co.uk
  Theresa May tells Japanese investors Brexit would allow the UK to forge a free trade deal with Japan.
  
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• Chamber backs North East construction charter urging complete rethink on procurement

  08-02-2018 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Construction Alliance Northeast’s (CAN’s) charter calls for authorities to focus more on increasing local contractor participation
  
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• Newcastle United and TV pundits - Are they right to air their views on the Magpies?

  08-02-2018 17:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Douglas and Chris Waugh speak on this week's Everything is Black and White Podcast about TV pundits and Newcastle United
  
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• Protests will not improve Sunderland's situation - but there is something fans can do

  08-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans are considering protests against Ellis Short's ownership but rather than a futile angry gesture, the key is to help bring about change
  
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• Newcastle's Times Square to host massive St Patrick's Day party Paddy Fest

  08-02-2018 16:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The day long event in Newcastle city centre will feature live music, rugby, Irish drink and food, plenty of Irish themed costumes
  
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• Dead body found in West Denton: Updates as air ambulance and police called after man found in house

  08-02-2018 16:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police and the air ambulance were called to Darden Lough shortly after 2pm, where the body of a man was discovered
  
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• Northumberland business imports Spanish olive trees to decorate luxury London flats

  08-02-2018 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Dozens of olive trees from Spain have been handpicked by Replica Landscapes, from Heddon, for the Battersea Power Station development
  
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• Man guilty of Newcastle single-punch manslaughter

  08-02-2018 16:18 via bbc.co.uk
  Scott Thompson is convicted of killing Graham Thurston who was found unconscious behind a nightclub.
  
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• Celestial events to see in night skies over Newcastle and the North East in 2018

  08-02-2018 16:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We've had some spectaculars already but there's a whole load more star-gazing treats to look forward to - here's what to keep an eye out for during 2018
  
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• Can Callum McManaman find himself a role with Chris Coleman's winger-free Sunderland?

  08-02-2018 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wingers have become an endangered species at the Stadium of Light, so what does that mean for Sunderland's August signing Callum McManaman?
  
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• Fatman Scoop stirs up rivalry between Newcastle and Liverpool as he gets set for Bongo's Bingo

  08-02-2018 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man responsible for huge number 1 Be Faithful is appearing at Bongo's Bingo in both Newcastle and Liverpool and launched a poll on his Twitter
  
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• Music festival, men's wellbeing group, pop-up planetarium, charity walk and more!

  08-02-2018 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Your community events including events across parts of the North East, including Newcastle, Houghton-le-Spring, Sunderland and more.
  
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• Which North East coastal location could be named C4'S Village of the Year?

  08-02-2018 15:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Where to visit local attractions highlighted in Penelope Keith's TV series as the competition, with its prestigious title and £10,000 prize, nears its end
  
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• Monster found guilty of raping two women three decades after horrifying attacks

  08-02-2018 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  For 30 years Eric McKenna got away with two rapes on the outskirts of Newcastle city centre but was caught by a DNA swab after a minor dispute
  
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• Looking for a new car? Here's how you can get £500 off, but only for one day

  08-02-2018 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As well as £500 off the list price of any new model, #SuzukiSaturdays customers can also take advantage of highly attractive 0% PCP finance offers
  
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• When is Sunderland Airshow 2018? Dates confirmed for return of huge Wearside event

  08-02-2018 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland International Airshow 2018: the North East event announces its return to Wearside this summer with an action-packed programme
  
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• Fugitive Christopher Hills wanted over murder of Michael Price in Chester-le-Street

  08-02-2018 15:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Detectives warn that anyone helping the 30-year-old evade arrest could face jail
  
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• Hidden gems in Gateshead: Nine places you must visit in and around Gateshead

  08-02-2018 14:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nine hidden gems in and around Gateshead to visit - from iron works to mills and ancient manors, add these to your bucket list of things to do
  
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• Newcastle's Centre for Life gets set for Poo Week - what activities will be on over half term?

  08-02-2018 14:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yes, you heard right, the Newcastle attraction will host a week dedicated to poo with a range of activities planned during half term
  
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• Newcastle housebuilder Bellway boosts order book to £1.3bn as housing boom continues

  08-02-2018 14:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The FTSE 250 firm, which has its head office in Seaton Burn, expects half-year housing revenues to jump 14%
  
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• Michael Price murder probe: Christopher Hills wanted

  08-02-2018 14:51 via bbc.co.uk
  Christopher Hills is wanted in connection with the death of a man in Durham and for recall to prison.
  
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• Brexit: Official forecasts suggest economies throughout UK will be hit

  08-02-2018 14:32 via bbc.co.uk
  Government assessments predict the biggest hit for regions that voted to Leave.
  
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• Valentine's Funfair offering to help plan proposals on one of its rides as it returns to Team Valley

  08-02-2018 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Valentine's Funfair is back in Team Valley and as it celebrates its 10th birthday it's hoping for its first marriage proposal
  
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• Delight over The Spice Girls reunion - and now a tour?

  08-02-2018 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Girl power is alive and well as original five bring some spice back to to life with their plans to get back together - and now there are reports of a tour after all
  
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• Missoula nightclub death: What we know so far after Durham student dies following head injury

  08-02-2018 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say the 20-year-old died outside Missoula nightclub' in the city following an incident at about 11:55pm
  
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• CCTV picture released after 27-year-old man robbed in Newcastle city centre

  08-02-2018 14:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say five offenders approached a 27-year-old man, knocking him unconscious and stealing his phone from his pocket
  
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