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• Hundreds of Newcastle homes in darkness after electrical fire causes power cut

  27-02-2018 22:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northern Powergrid engineers have been forced to cut the power in Cowgate following an underground fire on Tuesday
  
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• Footage of police swooping on home of body in burning car murder accused played in court

  27-02-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  CCTV captures the moment police moved in the night after Stephen Unwin and William McFall are alleged to have raped and murdered Quyen Ngoc Nguyen
  
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• The day the Beast from the East hit the North East causing traffic and school chaos

  27-02-2018 21:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Between 3-4cm of snow is reported to have fallen on Newcastle and Northumberland on Tuesday
  
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• Challenge Cup fourth round draw in full

  27-02-2018 20:40 via bbc.co.uk
  Amateur side Kells draw Canadian Championship team Toronto Wolfpack in the fourth round of the Challenge Cup.
  
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• Watch behind the scenes at Newcastle Airport as staff battle Beast from the East

  27-02-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Take a look behind the scenes at Newcastle Airport as staff work to ensure the Beast from the East affects as few holidays as possible
  
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• Callum McManaman: I really needed my Middlesbrough goal - now I can start to kick on

  27-02-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland winger Callum McManaman's dramatic equaliser against Boro was important to the winger as well as his relegation-threatened team
  
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• Paul Heaton, Jacqui Abbott and Beverley Knight for huge outdoor festival

  27-02-2018 19:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Heaton, Jacqui Abbott and Beverley Knight are the latest names to be added to the bill for the Mouth of the Tyne Festival
  
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• Why a happy ending is in sight for a Seven Stories crowdfunding campaign

  27-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle's national centre for children's books aims to reach more children with its Life-changing Stories campaign 
  
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• Restaurants and cafes set to open in Whitley Bay's Spanish City Dome revealed

  27-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The seafront building is being revamped and is scheduled to open in the summer - and here's what you can expect to see inside
  
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• If Sunderland score first they do not lose, concede and they do not win - they must show more fight

  27-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The relegation-threatened Black Cats showed real fight against Middlesbrough but the first goal has been too important in this season's matches
  
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• 'Gentle giant' Paul Brettwood died on West End street after taking 'unidentified' drug, inquest told

  27-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Brettwood, 21, was found dead on Joan Street in Benwell, Newcastle, on May 10 last year
  
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• 6 alternatives to Jonjo Shelvey if Newcastle United midfielder is ruled out of trip to Liverpool

  27-02-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey suffered a knee injury during the Magpies' 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth
  
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• Adama Traore's red card at Sunderland overturned, but it may not be bad news for Black Cats

  27-02-2018 18:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Middlesbrough's winger is now free to play against Leeds on Friday - and in some key Championship games
  
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• Store selling bargain Easter eggs for cats and dogs - what is in them?

  27-02-2018 18:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Who said Easter eggs were just for humans? Not anymore as the bargain store is selling them for cats and dogs
  
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• Reggie Young death: Children's Social Care criticised

  27-02-2018 18:41 via bbc.co.uk
  Reggie Young was three weeks old when he was mauled to death by the family pet.
  
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• Mother's Day 2018 in Newcastle - treat your mum to Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

  27-02-2018 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A traditional-style afternoon tea is a perfect way to spoil you mam on a special day. Here’s our pick of top teas in the North East
  
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• Disneyland Paris reveals expansion plans with new areas dedicated to Frozen, Marvel and Star Wars

  27-02-2018 18:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A popular attraction for North East families, Disneyland Paris has announced exciting expansion plans for its Walt Disney Studios Park
  
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• See inside Newcastle's new Filmore & Union restaurant in John Lewis

  27-02-2018 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Healthy-living company opens its biggest restaurant to date - check out the gluten-free menu
  
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• Home Office defends police payments to sex offenders following Operation Sanctuary

  27-02-2018 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After controversy over the use of an informant in Newcastle, the Home Office says it's worth it if it protects children
  
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• Lessons learned after tragic death of Sunderland tot Reggie Young killed by dog

  27-02-2018 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A review into the death of three-week-old Reggie Young, of Sunderland, said a number of factors led to his death
  
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• Rail passengers face more misery - but it's nothing to do with the Beast from the East

  27-02-2018 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Another 24 walk out is planned by RMT members in the union's long running dispute with Arriva Rail North
  
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• Paddy McNair out for two to three weeks - but there is some good injury news for Sunderland

  27-02-2018 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Black Cats manager Chris Coleman says the club will miss the physicality of Paddy McNair, but he does have players back for the game at Millwall
  
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• Newcastle United clash with Arsenal switched for TV - but Wembley uncertainty continues

  27-02-2018 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have seen their game against Arsenal moved to April 15 for a 1.30pm kick off
  
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• Thousands of pounds worth of damage caused after vandals go on tyre-slashing spree

  27-02-2018 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an investigation after a number of cars were damaged in and around Windsor Crescent in Hebburn
  
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• Sunderland parachute payments: How much will they get? How long for? and more information

  27-02-2018 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland are struggling financially but do have some financial relief through Premier League parachute payments
  
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• This Northumberland two-year-old was never expected to stand or walk but just look at him now

  27-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Samuel Wright's parents thought he would be in a wheelchair by now after he was diagnosed with severe quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy
  
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• I'm delighted for Dwight Gayle - Newcastle fans should celebrate his form and forget about Mitrovic

  27-02-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Columnist Mick Quinn believes a draw at Bournemouth was a positive result - even given Newcastle United's collapse
  
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• Shoppers go nuts as store sells giant bag of Crunchy Nut Cornflakes for just £2

  27-02-2018 16:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bargain store is selling 3.35kg bags of breakfast cereal Crunchy Nut Cornflakes for a ridiculously low price
  
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• Newcastle United TV games RECAP - Arsenal home game moved for Sky Sports

  27-02-2018 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United fans are waiting to hear which TV games will be switched for Sky and BT in April
  
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• North East space engineer's rocket launch could create 100 skilled jobs

  27-02-2018 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scoutek is poised to release scores of satellites into space in a project which could bring in the new jobs
  
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• Sunderland's Championship survival bid - what's the best result as games in hand are played?

  27-02-2018 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hull City and Barnsley go head to head tonight as they play their game in hand at the bottom of the Championship - but who do you want to win?
  
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• New Zealand v England: Mark Wood trains before second ODI

  27-02-2018 14:14 via bbc.co.uk
  England's Mark Wood trains before the second one-day international against New Zealand after missing the first ODI with an ankle injury.
  
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• The 'Beast from the East' hasn't gone yet - more snow and wild weather is on the way

  27-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An amber weather warning is in place for the region from 6am on Wednesday as the Met Office says it will get worse
  
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• See the best snow-covered scenes from across Newcastle in video

  27-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From Jesmond Vale to Newcastle city centre, a white blanket covered everything after heavy snowfall overnight
  
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• Scott Westgarth: British boxing boss says Prudhoe fighter's death is 'a tragedy' for the sport

  27-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The general secretary of the British Boxing Board of Control said everything had appeared to go well in the ring
  
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• How Nicolai Jorgensen has suffered 'mental' dip since Newcastle's failed January pursuit of striker

  27-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United made Nicolai Jorgensen their top January transfer target, but baulked at Feyenoord's £20m asking price
  
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• East Coast Main Line rail boss explains why the franchise collapsed - causing surprise among MPs

  27-02-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Passenger numbers are lower than expected because of 'political uncertainty' says Stagecoach chief executive
  
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• It's snowing cats & dogs in Newcastle & the North East!

  27-02-2018 13:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch pets enjoy the snow and thanks to all who sent in their photos from Newcastle, Gateshead, Durham, Northumberland and beyond!
  
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• What is thundersnow? The rare phenomenon that could hit the North East

  27-02-2018 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The rare phenomenon occurs when thunderstorms - which are much more common in summer months - form in wintry conditions.
  
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• Funfair to host Rave on the Waltzers night with music and MCs lined up

  27-02-2018 13:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The funfair will run for over a week but its opening night will have a Rave on the Waltzers theme, headed up by MC Rockeye
  
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• 18 of the world's greatest novels as described by kids

  27-02-2018 13:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  World Book Day takes place this coming Thursday, March 1
  
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• Maplin in battle for survival as tough times continue on high street

  27-02-2018 13:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Electronics company has four stores in the North East and is hoping to find a buyer
  
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• Second man charged with murdering Michael Price in Chester-le-Street

  27-02-2018 13:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christopher Hills, 30, from Houghton-le-Spring, and Paul Ronald Watson, 30, of The Crescent, Chester-le-Street, have both been charged with murder
  
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• Tips for driving in snow and ice as the 'Beast from the East' hits the North East

  27-02-2018 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Slippery roads mean cars are prone to understeer and oversteer, while stopping distances are increased when there is snow
  
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• Big rise in profits as Newcastle's Virgin Money sees another strong year

  27-02-2018 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle bank beat market expectations but expects slower growth in 2018
  
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• Peter Beardsley faces new racism allegations reported by Newcastle United academy players

  27-02-2018 12:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  At least three separate allegations about racist language have been reported during an NUFC investigation into the under-23s coach
  
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• Man 'tried to kiss and inappropriately touched' woman as Megabus travelled through Newcastle

  27-02-2018 12:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The attack happened just before the Megabus stopped in Newcastle on the evening of December 7
  
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• Jordan Pickford: Sunderland have spirit to pull off another relegation escape this season

  27-02-2018 12:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford will always be a Black Cats fan and he is encouraged by his monitoring of the mood in the dressing room he left
  
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• How many layers your baby needs to wear at night during 'Beast from the East' cold spell

  27-02-2018 12:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Babycentre's guide tells you what your baby should wear at night and how to check if they are in danger of overheating
  
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• Greggs closing in on 2,000th store as it plans year of major investment

  27-02-2018 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle firm saw profits fall as some of its costs rose but still reported a 7.4% rise in sales
  
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