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• Smiling selfie of William McFall taken after he allegedly raped and murdered a mum shown in court

  26-02-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The picture, with co-accused Stephen Unwin in the background, was taken hours after it is claimed they killed Quyen Ngoc Nguyen
  
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• Northumbria police officer is cleared of assaulting handcuffed suspect who spat on him

  26-02-2018 19:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  PC Paul McVeigh was cleared of assaulting Jack Moore at Southwick police station in Sunderland in January last year
  
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• Newcastle's Mediterranean street food night to bring summer holiday vibe to city

  26-02-2018 19:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Factory Kitchen cafe hosts first After Hours Social with food and beer - and art - on the menu
  
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• Wish 2017: The top three charities to receive a funding boost thanks to your incredible support

  26-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our kind-hearted readers collected a staggering 1.6 million tokens for this year's appeal
  
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• Rafa Benitez arrived with 10 games to go in 15/16 - how does NUFC's situation now compare with then?

  26-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United are still deeply embroiled in a relegation battle with just 10 Premier League games remaining
  
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• Mum feared teen daughter would die of eating disorder after dropping to seven stone

  26-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kristen Goodchild, of Consett, is calling for more resources in the North East after battling to get her daughter help
  
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• Can you spot the warning signs of an eating disorder? Look out for these

  26-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A survey found 34% were unable to name symptoms, while most of those who could only considered dramatic weight loss to be a sign
  
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• Rebecca Welsh referees Newcastle United U23's 3-0 victory over Colchester United U23s

  26-02-2018 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham FA referee Rebecca Welsh was in charge of the U23s Premier League Cup clash which Newcastle United won 3-0
  
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• Great excitement as Nando's adds halloumi fries to its menu but how much do they cost?

  26-02-2018 18:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After being trialled at the famous chicken restaurant last year, the haloumi sticks are officially on the Nando's menu
  
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• This County Durham butcher was hit with a £7,000 fine for selling underweight meat

  26-02-2018 18:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Trading standards visited The Fat Butcher in West Auckland after receiving a complaint from the public
  
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• CCTV appeal after car is stolen from restaurant worker before being found burnt out

  26-02-2018 18:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police believe the man in the picture could help them with their investigation into the theft from Sachins restaurant in Newcastle city centre
  
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• Naked Attraction needs contestants - how to apply for Channel 4 show

  26-02-2018 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Naked Attraction arrived in Newcastle not so long ago looking for contestants and now the show is on the hunt again
  
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• How Newcastle United's teenage goalkeeper from Finland is impressing beneath first team level

  26-02-2018 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Teenager Otto Huuhtanen has been in fine form for the second string in the last week or so
  
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• Newcastle United U23s 3-0 Colchester U23s: Young Magpies challenging on three fronts

  26-02-2018 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The black and whites were in fine form against Colchester United as they put the hammering against Southampton behind them
  
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• Lebanese restaurant The Bake to open in Newcastle's Grainger Market

  26-02-2018 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Bake, which first opened in the city in 2010, is poised to open its new eatery next month    
  
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• Suspect pleads not guilty to murder of Michael Price in Chester-le-Street

  26-02-2018 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Watson denied killing Mr Price, who died 11 days after suffering head injuries in an alleged attack in Victor Street
  
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• Waves Leisure Centre in Whitley Bay closed to the public due to problems with water supply

  26-02-2018 17:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The venue at The Links was shut on Monday and swimming lessons had to be cancelled as North Tyneside Council investigated the matter
  
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• Northumbria PC cleared of assaulting suspect who spat at him

  26-02-2018 17:34 via bbc.co.uk
  The jury was shown footage of the Northumbria Police officer with spit in his eye.
  
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• Gateshead sex attacker jailed after raping woman at knife-point

  26-02-2018 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rapist Benjamin Thompson threatened to cut the throat of his victim after he pounced on her as she walked alone
  
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• The delayed open date for pedestrian and cyclist Tyne Tunnel revealed

  26-02-2018 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Work has been under way on the scheme for almost five years, and it is still months away from opening
  
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• Mini Me from Austin Powers lined up to appear at Newcastle nightclub

  26-02-2018 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Actor and former Celebrity Big Brother contestant Verne Troyer is coming to Newcastle to be the star guest at a club night in the city
  
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• Best places in Newcastle to go for brunch - go on, have a Mother's Day treat!

  26-02-2018 17:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From the Full Monty to decadent pancakes, here's a pick of where to take you mother to enjoy a fry-up - or even indulge her sweet tooth
  
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• Former Newcastle Falcons chairman rejoins club's board of directors

  26-02-2018 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dave Thompson led Newcastle Falcons for 13 years before stepping down in 2011
  
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• Young entrepreneur opens Witchdoctor clinic to provide pain relief

  26-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Naomi Robson specialises in trigger point pain relief, and wants to help employers who are losing days through pain-related absence
  
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• Sunderland's Callum McManaman had the last laugh over Boro banterer Tony Pulis

  26-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland's draw against Middlesbrough ended on a sweet note for Callum McManaman as his goal left his old West Brom boss feeling glum
  
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• Newcastle leader Nick Forbes urges Jeremy Corbyn to back single market membership

  26-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jeremy Corbyn has supported staying in a customs union after Brexit but some Labour politicians want him to go further
  
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• Fernando Torres offers fascinating insight into Rafa Benitez's unique man-management techniques

  26-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez helped develop Fernando Torres into one of Europe's most-feared strikers
  
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• Durham Nursery creates woodland play area after £380,000 investment

  26-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Do Re Mi Nursery is hiring two more staff and has created a woodland themed play area, which uses natural features instead of toys
  
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• Olympic medallist Amy Tinkler returns to County Durham to inspire next generation of gymnasts

  26-02-2018 16:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 18-year-old held a coaching session for West Rainton Primary School’s budding young gymnasts
  
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• Man dies in A34 minibus and lorry crash in Hampshire

  26-02-2018 16:24 via bbc.co.uk
  Three other passengers, two 25-year-old men and a 24-year-old man, were also injured.
  
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• What are snow socks and where can you buy them in the UK?

  26-02-2018 16:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you don't have winter tyres snow socks could be an affordable alternative.
  
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• Storm Emma set to bring more wild weather to the UK from Friday

  26-02-2018 16:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Following the 'Beast from the East' another weather system is expected to sweep in from the Atlantic
  
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• Cannabis farm and Class A drugs seized after police raids in Gateshead

  26-02-2018 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men have been spoken to by police after they searched properties in Chopwell and Blaydon over the weekend
  
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• A view from France - What would Newcastle United be getting if they sign Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa?

  26-02-2018 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have been linked to Marseille's Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa who has been attracting Premier League interest
  
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• Newcastle United fans travelling to Liverpool face rail disruption due to strike

  26-02-2018 15:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Strike should not affect travel between Newcastle and Liverpool, but once you get to Lime Street you may not be able to get train to Anfield
  
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• Durham named as one of the most innovative cities in the UK

  26-02-2018 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham makes the top 10 for cities claiming the most R&D tax relief
  
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• Moana and Spiderman to host Bank Holiday fun day at Newcastle hotel

  26-02-2018 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Both big favourites with youngsters, Moana and Spiderman will be the star guests at the Newcastle city centre event
  
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• Steampunk launches new Angel Gin to celebrate The Angel of the North's big day

  26-02-2018 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Raising spirits - a new gin from Gateshead's Steampunk Ltd hits the market to celebrate The Angel of the North's 20th anniversary
  
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• Junior Marvin of the Wailers chats to us ahead of the band's O2 Academy Newcastle concert

  26-02-2018 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Wailers are at the O2 Academy Newcastle and today band member Junior Marvin chats to us about Bob Marley and lots more
  
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• Scott Westgarth: British boxer dies after winning fight in Doncaster

  26-02-2018 15:02 via bbc.co.uk
  British boxer Scott Westgarth dies in hospital after falling ill following a points win in Doncaster on Saturday.
  
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• North East must secure place as global hub for car batteries, says top boss

  26-02-2018 14:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hyperdrive Innovation's Stephen Irish believes the North East supply chain will need to adapt as electric vehicles become more common
  
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• Is Liverpool vs Newcastle United on TV, what time is kick-off and who is in the teams?

  26-02-2018 14:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Magpies travel to Anfield to take on Jurgen Klopp's high-flying Liverpool side on Saturday - but how can you follow it live?
  
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• 90 reader images of the Tyne Bridge mark its 90th birthday

  26-02-2018 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We asked for your best Tyne Bridge photos & proud selfies 90 years after the Newcastle Gateshead link was completed
  
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• Newcastle law firm Womble Bond Dickinson joins Northern Powerhouse Partnership programme

  26-02-2018 14:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The law firm has been accepted onto the partnership after working on a range of significant North East projects
  
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• Nottingham Forest fans praying they sign Newcastle United loanee Jack Colback permanently

  26-02-2018 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jack Colback has made five appearances for Nottingham Forest since leaving Newcastle, with Forest fans desperate to see the deal become permanent
  
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• Mother's Day 2018 exclusive £20 discounts on Moonpig, eFlorist and Hotel Chocolat

  26-02-2018 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chocolates, flowers and a card/wine combo are all women need to make them happy
  
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• Jeremy Corbyn says Labour wants a Brexit to support the car industry

  26-02-2018 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour leader announces support for membership of 'a customs union' following warnings from carmakers such as Nissan
  
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• Watch Philip Schofield admit he was BORED during Martin Lewis This Morning segment

  26-02-2018 14:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ITV presenter said he "ended up looking at the boats" while the money-saving guru was talking about ISAs
  
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• Why the STEM agenda is so important to our North East firms

  26-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many businesses in the North East have wholeheartedly embraced the STEM agenda. Mark Lane meets some of the region’s companies and business people who are leading the way
  
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• Why Jurgen Klopp has warned his Liverpool players to 'stay angry' if they are to beat Newcastle

  26-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United travel to Liverpool on Saturday to take on the Premier League's second-placed side
  
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