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• Rafa Benitez responds to suggestions Liverpool vs Newcastle could be postponed due to the weather

  02-03-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United fans face a treacherous journey across to Merseyside for Saturday evening's clash with Liverpool
  
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• Watch skillful pilot land plane in thick snow at Newcastle Airport

  02-03-2018 22:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The footage of the Emirates flight was captured by Newcastle International Airport showing the conditions pilots have been facing
  
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• Northumberland survivor of London Bridge attack avoids jail over 'shameful' child porn stash

  02-03-2018 22:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adam Harris, 38, from Ashington had hundreds of images of children being abused in his flat
  
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• Newcastle cathedral opens its doors to rough sleepers for shelter from extreme weather

  02-03-2018 22:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  St Nicholas' Cathedral has opened its doors thanks to volunteers attracted by a social media campaign
  
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• Jordan Henderson admits 'Sunderland blood' means he relishes playing against Newcastle United

  02-03-2018 20:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jordan Henderson came through the academy at boyhood club Sunderland and is now captain of Liverpool who host Newcastle this weekend
  
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• Rafa Benitez eyes mid-season friendly to cope with 21-day break - here's the options he's considering

  02-03-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez had been against mid-season breaks but enforced fixture drought has forced his hand
  
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• Watch a helicopter's view of snow-covered A1 and Newcastle Airport

  02-03-2018 19:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Video shows how snow has blanketed the region with people advised to only travel unless it is absolutely necessary
  
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• Watch dramatic footage of cars and lorries being rescued on the A1

  02-03-2018 19:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Up to 300 vehicles were stranded in the snow on the 30-mile stretch of road between Alnwick and Berwick
  
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• Campaigners fighting opencast mine take 86,000-strong petition to Westminster

  02-03-2018 19:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Banks Group said the protests at the site near Consett does not reflect the views of the community
  
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• Newcastle team selector: No Shelvey, now pick your United team to face Liverpool

  02-03-2018 19:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United must take on Liverpool without Jonjo Shelvey - so how would you replace him?
  
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• Urgent appeal as severe weather causes drop in blood donations

  02-03-2018 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The extreme weather has forced people to cancel donations and has left the NHS short of life-saving blood and platelets
  
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• See the social media craze which challenges you to make a snow angel for charity

  02-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In the mould of the ice bucket challenge, the craze started in South Shields but it is spreading quickly online
  
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• At last Newcastle United fans have a reason to be grateful to Alan Pardew

  02-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's relegation battle is probably down to two clubs - thanks to Alan Pardew's endeavours at West Brom
  
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• Amazing: Devoted Gateshead couple to go under the knife in 'chain' of kidney transplants

  02-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul and Cheryl Gascoigne, from Gateshead, will take part in a chain of operations with six patients across the country
  
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• Tell the UK the North East is still open for business despite snow, business leaders say

  02-03-2018 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bad weather and poor conditions on the roads have caused many businesses to suffer this week
  
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• Mothercare could become latest victim of retail crisis after issuing profit warning

  02-03-2018 18:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shares in the firm collapsed after it entered crunch talks with lenders over poor Christmas trading
  
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• Elderly couple threatened with knives during terrifying home raid in Pelaw

  02-03-2018 18:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police are hunting two men who threatened victims with knives before stealing their savings
  
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• Singer pulls out of Great Exhibition of the North over weapon manufacturer's sponsorship

  02-03-2018 18:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A petition has been set up as artists pull out of the event which will be hosted by Newcastle and Gateshead this summer
  
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• Chris Coleman on how the infamous Millwall welcome could work in Sunderland's favour

  02-03-2018 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland boss Chris Coleman says the hostile atmosphere at The Den will help the Black Cats develop the siege mentality he is looking for
  
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• Cars stranded on A1 in Northumberland as more than 200 motorists take refuge in emergency centres

  02-03-2018 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Beds, blankets, hot food and drinks were provided for those stuck in cars or unable to get home because of 10ft snow drifts on the A1 north of Alnwick
  
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• Sunderland throw open Stadium of Light to help homeless and vulnerable during the freeze

  02-03-2018 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland have created a warm-room at the Stadium of Light which will be open to offer warmth and shelter during the bad weather
  
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• Liverpool hen party looking for swap after snow storm ruins Newcastle plans

  02-03-2018 17:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bridesmaid Jo Penter is asking if anyone due to travel from the North East to Liverpool want to switch
  
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• Jurgen Klopp: 'World class' Rafa Benitez can cause high-flying Liverpool problems

  02-03-2018 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jurgen Klopp hailed the return of Rafa Benitez to Anfield and said that he can be the catalyst for Newcastle
  
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• Cilla the Musical WILL go ahead on Friday and Saturday - but some ticket holders aren't happy

  02-03-2018 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The move has sparked anger from some people who say the roads are still not safe to travel on 
  
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• Former Newcastle Central High School to be demolished as site gets new lease of life

  02-03-2018 17:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plans to flatten the school buildings on Eskdale Terrace in Jesmond have been recommended for approval
  
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• Why Rafa Benitez is not surprised by success of Liverpool star Mo Salah

  02-03-2018 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez once scouted Liverpool star before he hit the heights at Anfield
  
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• Not just snowmen: Wintry erections around England

  02-03-2018 17:10 via bbc.co.uk
  Some of the best snow sculptures from around England.
  
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• Watch the new Smokehouses in North Shields being built in just two minutes

  02-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This timelapse video shows what progress has been made on the project to construct new apartments at the Smith's Dock site
  
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• From thundersnow to giant hail - Watch the North East's freak weather caught on camera

  02-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After snow lightning struck during the 'Beast from the East' see the wild weather the region has endured in the past
  
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• Battling snow and overnight stays: Incredible stories of North East NHS staff going the extra mile

  02-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle Hospitals NHS trust has provided accommodation for more than 60 members of staff who could not get home for the night
  
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• Great Exhibition of the North: Two acts quit in protest at sponsors BAE

  02-03-2018 16:52 via bbc.co.uk
  Two artists pull out of the Great Exhibition of the North in protest at sponsorship by BAE Systems.
  
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• Rafa Benitez: Beast from the East has woken us up ahead of Liverpool clash

  02-03-2018 16:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United's training plans had to be altered a little this week but it hasn't bothered Rafa Benitez one bit
  
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• Chris Coleman left 'scratching his head' at Adama Traore's let-off - but he is not complaining!

  02-03-2018 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Middlesbrough's Adama Traore won an appeal against his red card against Sunderland, but by dodging a four-man he may actually help the Black Cats
  
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• Sunderland AFC weather update: Millwall game still on as it stands, but more snow forecast

  02-03-2018 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Millwall are still hoping to play Saturday's Championship fixture with Suinderland, despite the adverse weather conditions
  
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• Chance to run Northumberland pub and cafe up for grabs as businesses put up for sale

  02-03-2018 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Castle Hotel in Berwick and Shoreline Cafe in Craster, Northumberland have been come to the market
  
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• Sam Allardyce compares Everton expectation to that of Newcastle United as pressure mounts on manager

  02-03-2018 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Everton boss Sam Allardyce has compared expectation at his current club to that of his former side Newcastle United
  
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• New business court puts Newcastle on the map, says high court judge

  02-03-2018 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sir Geoffrey Vos has said the launch of the Business and Property Courts in Newcastle makes the city more attractive to international firms
  
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• Newcastle cathedral to open doors to the homeless overnight after campaign by Blyth mum

  02-03-2018 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An army of volunteers will help rough sleepers keep warm overnight at St Nicholas' Cathedral in Newcastle city centre
  
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• London Bridge victim spared jail over child abuse images

  02-03-2018 15:13 via bbc.co.uk
  Adam Harris was caught with more than 1,000 images and videos of children and infants being abused.
  
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• Nick Dunn celebrates his first birthday at home since being released from Indian prison

  02-03-2018 14:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former solider Nick was freed in December after being arrested on weapons charges in India in 2013
  
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• 5 things we spotted as Sunderland trained in the cold before Millwall clash

  02-03-2018 14:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland are heading to tjhe Den on Saturday looking to for much-needed points - here's what we learned from training
  
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• TV pundits tip Newcastle United for defeat against Liverpool as Magpies travel to Merseyside

  02-03-2018 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The television pundits are not feeling too positive about Newcastle's trip to Liverpool in this weekend's Premier League clash
  
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• Stranger's kindness to man in Newcastle city centre who appeared homeless were met with stab threats

  02-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Iain Cartwright was approached by a man who thought he was homeless and offered a drink but became aggressive when the victim asked him questions
  
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• Sunderland Football Club offers refuge for homeless from weather

  02-03-2018 13:50 via bbc.co.uk
  A "warm room" at Sunderland FC is providing shelter from the cold for vulnerable people.
  
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• Jonjo Shelvey ruled OUT of Liverpool game - and faces further scans on his knee

  02-03-2018 13:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez had better news about Dwight Gayle, Matt Ritchie and Islam Slimani
  
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• Theresa May Brexit speech LIVE: Updates as Prime Minister sets out strategy to guide UK negotiations

  02-03-2018 13:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Theresa May is to deliver a key speech setting out her plan for the UK's Brexit negotiations with the EU - follow live updates below
  
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• Little Mix rip into sexist critics: We'll dress how we want

  02-03-2018 13:41 via bbc.co.uk
  "We are women, we will dress how we want to dress," say the band. Plus more gossip from the Global Awards.
  
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• Unbelievable! Video shows SLEDGING through the streets in Ashington with the help of a tow

  02-03-2018 13:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The clip posted to Facebook was filmed in Northumberland and has gone viral with more than 150,000 views
  
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• Cold weather payments: Here are the North East postcodes where the benefits kick in

  02-03-2018 13:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Those who qualify get a payment of £25 for each seven-day period of ‘very cold weather’, with the cash paid out automatically
  
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• Newcastle pub puts Steak & Stilton Pie on menu for annual celebration of great British staple

  02-03-2018 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  British Pie Week will see Redhouse build on its pie reputation with a cheesy twist on classic steak savoury
  
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