Newcastle news

• Health chiefs approve South Tyneside Hospital changes

  21-02-2018 23:15 via bbc.co.uk
  The move will see a reduction in maternity, stroke and children's services.
  
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• Sunderland City Council's further education provision 'inadequate'

  21-02-2018 22:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Ofsted inspectors raise alarm over failure to warn students of radicalisation risks.
  
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• David Bomberg was expelled from art school but is lauded in a major exhibition in Newcastle

  21-02-2018 22:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Bomberg exhibition at the Laing Art Gallery charts the ups and downs of an artist who didn't enjoy the credit he merited
  
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• The RSC is back in Newcastle with one of the best Hamlets you're ever likely to see

  21-02-2018 22:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Long gone are the heady days of an annual RSC Newcastle season and this is a reminder of what we've been missing
  
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• Newcastle United legend Paul Gascoigne pays moving tribute at funeral of his dad John

  21-02-2018 22:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Friends say Gazza is 'in a strong place at the moment' and 'wants to make his dad proud' after he was laid to rest
  
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• Mo Diame reveals he's been working with a personal trainer to turn round Newcastle form

  21-02-2018 21:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United midfielder Mo Diame won the FUN88 player of the month award for his fine form
  
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• 'Depraved sexual lust and financial greed' motivated mum's alleged murder, court told

  21-02-2018 21:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  William McFall and Stephen Unwin deny murdering and raping Quyen Ngoc Nguyen after allegedly luring her to a trap
  
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• Cheryl and Liam Payne arrive together at the Brit Awards amid split rumours

  21-02-2018 21:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Geordie popstar brushed aside speculation about their relationship when she appeared in Newcastle this week
  
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• Campaigners 'absolutely devastated' over loss of services at South Tyneside District Hospital

  21-02-2018 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Health bosses met to determine how emergency paediatrics, stroke services and maternity and gynaecology will be provided
  
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• 'Rubbing further salt in the wounds' - Sunderland fans react to Jan Kirchhoff's trial at Bolton

  21-02-2018 21:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jan Kirchhoff, despite his injury troubles, was a fan-favourite at Sunderland and fans are sad to hear he could be joining Bolton
  
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• Who is Garry Rodrigues? A look at the Galatasaray winger Newcastle United are interested in

  21-02-2018 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United had a bid turned down in January for Garry Rodrigues, but are expected to return again for him in the summer
  
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• Family's heartbreak after late gran's jewellery stolen from their home - a day before her funeral

  21-02-2018 20:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Frost returned from a weekend away with his family to find their Ponteland home had been ransacked
  
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• Woman suffers 'deep cut' on her head after being hit by bottle in Newcastle bar

  21-02-2018 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A CCTV appeal has been launched after a woman suffered a head injury following an incident in Jalou in Newcastle
  
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• Prince William and Kate Middleton 'impressed' by Northern Spire during Sunderland visit

  21-02-2018 19:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The royal couple visited the Fire Station in Sunderland before taking a look at Northern Spire
  
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• The true price of buying Sunderland: It would cost a lot more than the £50m Ellis Short wants

  21-02-2018 19:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Ellis Short will sell Sunderland for £50m but a new buyer will have the club's debts to take into account, meaning it would cost more overall
  
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• Who are the biggest losers in proposed Northumberland schools shake-up?

  21-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a breakdown of how many miles will be added onto the journeys for children living in the county
  
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• Washington woman had stomach pulled into chest to form new oesophagus after cancer diagnosis

  21-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denice Walker, 58, had to undergo chemotherapy and an 11-hour operation after being diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus
  
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• How cold is it going to get this weekend in the North East?

  21-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After highs of seven or eight degrees over the last few days, temperatures are expected to drop again later this week
  
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• Memorable moments from the Brit Awards - Madonna, Geri, Jarvis Cocker & more

  21-02-2018 18:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Not as much these days as things have calmed, but the Brit Awards used to be a hot bed of controversy and booze fuelled antics
  
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• South Shields' Becca takes mate along with her for date with Jonathan Lipnicki on Celebs Go Dating

  21-02-2018 18:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Becca and Jonathan went on another date on Celebs Go Dating but they weren't along as she brought her best mate with her
  
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• 5 top shows in and around Newcastle to enjoy over the next couple of days

  21-02-2018 18:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The X Factor Live Tour and David Haig war-time drama Pressure head up the North East's current entertainment bill
  
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• Our 50 favourite World Book Day 2017 costume photos from Newcastle and the North East

  21-02-2018 18:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Send a photo of your child dressed up for World Book Day 2018 by filling in the simple form below!
  
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• Ticket-free bus journey that tracks your phone to launch in North East

  21-02-2018 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Go North East is set to pilot a new contactless ticketing system that allows passengers to pay using their mobile phone
  
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• Why Premier League's new TV deal should push Newcastle United takeover 'closer'

  21-02-2018 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United takeover process has slowed since incendiary comments by source close to Mike Ashley
  
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• De-icing your car properly? Check to make sure as it could save you some money

  21-02-2018 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These are the dos and don'ts of keeping your windows clear this winter - beware, some motorists risk serious damage by using the wrong technique
  
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• North East online retailer attracts 50th supplier and plans to expand

  21-02-2018 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  That's Champion Pet sells a range of products by North East companies such as Canny Milkshake and The Hand Dyed Shoe Company
  
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• 'We want a hard Brexit' - North East MP signs letter setting out demands to Theresa May

  21-02-2018 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some Tory critics said the letter signed by 62 MPs was unhelpful as they set out their demands for the next stage of exit talks
  
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• Vice principal at New College hails new business park that aims to attract £400m into North East economy

  21-02-2018 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dawn Fairlamb says the college can help businesses grow so that they can contribute successfully to the economic development of Durham
  
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• Class A drugs worth half-a-million pounds and more than £250k seized in Gateshead raids

  21-02-2018 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Four men and one woman have been arrested after police launched raids targeting suspected cocaine suppliers in the North East
  
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• Andrew Taylor nudges Sunderland closer to relegation - but hopes they can stay up

  21-02-2018 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hartlepool-born former Middlesbrough defender Andrew Taylor does not want to see the Black Cats relegated - but Bolton Wanderers hardly helped
  
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• Popular nightclub facing uncertain future after owners put venue up for sale

  21-02-2018 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Glitterball club is one of a number of leisure properties in South Shields that are up for sale
  
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• Go-Ahead invests in car sharing firm to prepare for the 'future of transport'

  21-02-2018 17:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle transport firm has paid €300,000 for a 10% stake in German car share company Mobileeee
  
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• Jan Kirchhoff on trial at relegation rivals Bolton, eight months after Sunderland release

  21-02-2018 17:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jan Kirchhoff was a fan-favourite at Sunderland but injuries limited his impact before his release last summer
  
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• Northumberland opencast mine decision imminent as 20,000 name petition handed in

  21-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was presented to Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Sajid Javid
  
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• From pot washer to head of university business school: meet Sharon Mavin

  21-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first female director of Newcastle University Business School takes part in the Journal Business Interview
  
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• B&M launches World Book Day range with all costumes £10 and under

  21-02-2018 16:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The discount retailer is getting in the mood for World Book Day with an array of bargain costumes for boys and girls
  
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• Wanted: top talent recruiters and retainers for CIPD North East Awards 2018

  21-02-2018 16:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Excellence in Resourcing & Talent Management award was hotly contested when it first launched last year, and Home Group was the worthy winner
  
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• Kieron Dyer was the best player at Sir Bobby Robson's Newcastle United says Craig Bellamy

  21-02-2018 16:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Magpie striker Craig Bellamy believes Kieron Dyer will go onto be a successful coach or manager
  
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• Nolberto Solano looks to Rafa Benitez for some valuable coaching tips ahead of World Cup

  21-02-2018 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Former Newcastle United winger Nolberto Solano paid a flying visit to the club's Benton training ground
  
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• Over 6,000 Sunderland fans sign petition demanding Ellis Short sells the club

  21-02-2018 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Supporters group the Red and White Army have created a petition in which they demand owner Ellis Short do everything within his power to sell
  
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• Tyne Pedestrian and Cyclist Tunnel reopening DELAYED yet again

  21-02-2018 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The spring 2018 deadline is set to be missed and ChronicleLive has been told the route won't reopen until the end of the year
  
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• New bar at Durham Station restores former waiting room to Victorian splendour

  21-02-2018 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Waiting Room on platform two of Durham Railway Station boasts a menu of local ale, gin, cider and tasting trays
  
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• Women at Greggs paid 22% less than men, new figures reveal

  21-02-2018 15:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bakery giant said men hold more senior positions than women, which has caused the difference in pay
  
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• Who is supporting Sam Smith on his UK tour? Brit and Grammy winner's opening acts revealed

  21-02-2018 15:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sam, responsible for huge hits like Money On My Mind and Stay With Me, will arrive in Newcastle in March and we know who'll be supporting him
  
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• Former Newcastle United player Craig Bellamy set to take first management role at Oxford United

  21-02-2018 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Craig Bellamy made 128 appearances for Newcastle United and is set to accept an attractive offer to take over at the Kassam Stadium
  
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• Revealed: How much relegation to League One would cost Sunderland AFC

  21-02-2018 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland are bottom of the Championship but still have a good chance of getting themselves out of trouble
  
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• Hopefully Paul Dummett's new contract is the first of giving Rafa Benitez what he wants

  21-02-2018 14:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Lee Ryder and Chris Waugh analysed all things Newcastle United in this week's Everything is Black and White podcast
  
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• Sunderland's problems are obvious but the solutions are not - what can stop relegation?

  21-02-2018 14:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  It has come to this - Black Cats fans petitioning a man who wants to sell a football club to sell his football club. Oh, the futility of it all
  
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• First footage of Prince William and Kate arriving on their visit to Sunderland

  21-02-2018 14:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were welcomed by cheering crowds on their visit to the North East
  
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• Cadbury drop bombshell about how to pronounce Creme Egg and send Twitter into meltdown

  21-02-2018 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's an Easter treat that many people like to enjoy all year round but Cadbury had a shock for Creme Egg fans
  
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