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• Man arrested four miles away after alleged stabbing in Bowburn

  14-03-2018 23:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Constabulary said officers were called to Edward Avenue in Bowburn at around 5.30pm to a reported stabbing and they have made one arrest
  
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• Russian spy attack: Will England go to the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia?

  14-03-2018 22:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Theresa May has already said Government ministers and members of the royal family will boycott the tournament
  
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• Are Newcastle United just an over-achieving Championship squad? Rob Elliot doesn't think so

  14-03-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many critics have labelled Newcastle a Championship squad, but Rob Elliot insists they are proving they are more than good enough for the division
  
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• Body in burning car suspect says he caught co-accused with cord round alleged victim's neck

  14-03-2018 20:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Unwin said he was in having a sexual relationship with Quyen Ngoc Nguyen and blamed William John McFall for killing her in Houghton-le-Spring
  
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• Joel Asoro on Sunderland's fight against relegation and if he looks out for rivals' results

  14-03-2018 20:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Joel Asoro says Sunderland need to ensure they get the results to avoid relegation by whatever means possible
  
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• Remember Rat Boy? There's a play of that name in Live Theatre's festival of new talent

  14-03-2018 20:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Elevator Festival is a showcase for up-and-coming North East stage writers. Could it produce the next Billy Elliot?
  
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• Murder accused 'found workmate attacking woman'

  14-03-2018 20:06 via bbc.co.uk
  Two men deny raping and murdering Quyen Ngoc Nguyen, whose body was found in a burning car.
  
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• What is the Fortnite game and why are parents worried about their children playing it?

  14-03-2018 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The video game has taken the world by storm but there have been some unwanted side effects for families
  
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• Russian spy attack: Will England attend the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia?

  14-03-2018 19:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Theresa May has already said Government ministers and members of the royal family will boycott the tournament
  
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• What happens to your body in the hours, days, weeks, months and years after you quit smoking

  14-03-2018 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As many quit smoking for 2018's No Smoking Day - this is a break down on what happens to your body
  
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• Newcastle United stars tell why they just had to speak out against sex exploitation

  14-03-2018 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rob Elliott, Matt Ritchie, Dwight Gayle and Paul Dummett have teamed up with Northumbria Police for a new campaign
  
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• Fancy tasting Red's True Barbecue Newcastle menu that won fourth place in US world championships?

  14-03-2018 19:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Find out how to enjoy a winning taste of the dishes that impressed competition judges in Texas
  
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• Alex Neil 'baffled' by Sunderland, but expects a tough game as they 'fight for their lives'

  14-03-2018 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland host Alex Neil and his Preston North End side on Saturday at the Stadium of Light with the Whites boss expecting a tough game
  
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• Teenager pleads guilty to causing death of young referee Kieran Oliver by careless driving

  14-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  William Davidson admitted causing the 18-year-old's death following a crash in Kibblesworth in August 2017
  
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• Newcastle fans know about being disappointed but thankfully they've never acted like West Ham fans

  14-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Pitch invasions and throwing coins is not the way to go about protesting against owners
  
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• Meet the County Durham lad who hung up on John Lennon - and then became a rock star

  14-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alan White will be on drums at Sage Gateshead this weekend as Yes perform a 50th anniversary concert on the big stage
  
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• Monsters exhibition launches at The Word in South Shields - with help from Sully and Dracula

  14-03-2018 18:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Monsters! The Good, The Bad and The Cuddly opens on Saturday with monstrously good interactive fun for families
  
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• Pick your Cheltenham Gold Cup winner with our brilliant data-driven app

  14-03-2018 18:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  You can use Trinity Mirror Digital's app to work out who will win the Cheltenham Gold Cup
  
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• A mum wants to share this X-ray to warn parents to be careful when feeding grapes to their children

  14-03-2018 18:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Parents are being warned to cut up items of food which can cause children to choke, like grapes and Mini Eggs
  
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• Club v country row brewing for Islam Slimani after Algeria call up injured Newcastle loanee

  14-03-2018 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Islam Slimani is included in the Algeria squad for two friendlies in the next fortnight, with Newcastle likely reluctant to let the injured striker go
  
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• Wine bar plans revealed for Bigg Market underground toilets

  14-03-2018 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new company has been formed with plans to take on the derelict toilets and transform them
  
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• Finally, here's a pundit who actually understands what Rafa Benitez was doing against Man City

  14-03-2018 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United were criticised for the way they played against Manchester City but here's someone who understands
  
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• Johnny Vegas parties with drag queens at Newcastle bar during a break in filming for zombie movie

  14-03-2018 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Johnny, who last week was spotted shooting scenes for a new film in Hebburn, was out and about on a night out in Newcastle
  
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• Gateshead's Petards on track for strong future after rail deals lead to record profits

  14-03-2018 17:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Team Valley firm which employs more than 100 people also revealed a bulging order book worth more than £18m
  
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• Britain expels 23 Russian spies over nerve agent attack 'against the United Kingdom'

  14-03-2018 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Theresa May says it's now clear Russia is to blame but Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is not convinced
  
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• Watch this Geordie punter's hilarious reaction to his win at Cheltenham Festival

  14-03-2018 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 38-year-old from Newcastle bagged himself a cool £900 and was sure to let his fellow punters know about it
  
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• Sunderland need a new owner - it must be someone who loves football, according to ex-defender

  14-03-2018 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Pascal Chimbonda finds it baffling that Chris Coleman is yet to speak to owner Ellis Short and says the club is desperate for new ownership
  
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• Geordie Shore star quits show because 'it's not the same without everyone'

  14-03-2018 17:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  They've been an opinion dividing cast member on Geordie Shore throughout their time on the MTV show but they've now walked away
  
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• Jonjo Shelvey and Jamaal Lascelles backed by TV pundits to be called up to England squad

  14-03-2018 15:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Gareth Southgate is set to announce his squad for two England friendlies and debate is raging over whether two Newcastle players may be included
  
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• Could your team triumph at the CIPD North East of England HR&D Awards?

  14-03-2018 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Last year's team of the year was Balfour Beatty and judges are now on the hunt for a successor 
  
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• Ypres burial for WW1 solider 'lost' for 103 years

  14-03-2018 15:17 via bbc.co.uk
  Pte Thomas Edmundson, who served with the Durham Light Infantry, disappeared during action in 1915.
  
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• Whatever happened to Newcastle United 'wonderkid' Paul Brayson?

  14-03-2018 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Newcastle United youth team goal machine Paul Brayson still banging them in at 40
  
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• Nomad Digital makes £11.4m loss after being hit by takeover costs

  14-03-2018 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle train wifi company was acquired last year by French train giant Alstom
  
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• A dog eating socks, cat losing fur and lots more advice for your pets' health in Newcastle & the North East

  14-03-2018 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Readers from Newcastle & the North East can send a question for veterinary surgeon Rory Thomson of St Clair Veterinary Care in Croft Road, Blyth, using the form below
  
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• Pascal Chimbonda: Sunderland surviving will be tough now, they lack Championship experience

  14-03-2018 14:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pascal Chimbonda would like his former side to avoid relegation, but he admits it's going to be tough now as they remain bottom
  
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• Met Office warns of MORE snow and ice for the North East over the weekend

  14-03-2018 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rain is forecast for Friday before bands of snow hit the region as motorists are warned to take care on the roads
  
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• National support services provider, UK Commercial Group to create more jobs throughout 2018

  14-03-2018 14:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Having taken up a wealth of lucrative contracts across the UK in the last five years, UK Commercial Group aims to grow further and will be adding to its team this year
  
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• Toys R Us to close with 3,000 job losses after failure to find buyer

  14-03-2018 14:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The toy chain has stores in the North East at Gateshead, Sunderland and Stockton but they will close in six weeks
  
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• 'I hope to emulate him' - Whitley Bay motor neurone disease battler pays tribute to Stephen Hawking

  14-03-2018 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former footballer tells how finding out about the genius both comforted and terrified him following diagnosis
  
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• Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez helps combat racism by backing scheme

  14-03-2018 14:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez joins host of legends at St James' Park
  
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• Michael Owen on his ill-fated Newcastle nightmare: 'It cost a lot of money and wasn't successful'

  14-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Owen admits on Sky's Premier League Legends show that his move wouldn't have gone through in hindsight
  
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• How 1p and 2p coins could be banned under ideas being considered by the Government

  14-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Treasury launches consultation on the future of small coins - and the £50 note has an image problem too
  
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• Amazing! Mum and daughter recognised for going the extra mile to help others

  14-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lynne Davis and Cheryl McDonald help others through their Community Corner charity shops in South Shields
  
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• Dashcam footage shows taxi driver stuck in city centre traffic make a sneaky and dangerous manoeuvre

  14-03-2018 13:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With traffic moving slowly on Newgate Street outside the Gate he outrageously took matters into his own hands
  
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• Rafa Benitez bans alcohol for Newcastle United Costa Blanca training camp

  14-03-2018 13:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United stars have been issued with a booze ban ahead of their flight out to southern Spain
  
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• Mini Cooper that was wedged on stairs in Morpeth removed after 24 hours

  14-03-2018 13:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The car was found stuck on a path at Carlisle Park on Monday night and a man was arrested on suspicion of aggravated vehicle taking
  
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• This is what Diamond Strip bars are doing to crackdown on sexual harassment

  14-03-2018 12:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Shout-Up! campaign, which aims to protect revellers, launches on Newcastle's Collingwood Street this Easter
  
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• Jamie Carragher suspended from Sky Sports for the rest of the season after spitting incident

  14-03-2018 12:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Liverpool defender has been suspended after he was caught on camera spitting at a family of Man United fans
  
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• A solar storm is heading to Earth which could cause power cuts and stunning Northern Lights views

  14-03-2018 12:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nasa says the two flares have erupted from the sun and are heading towards Earth, although there is no need to panic
  
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• Buying a new diesel after April 1st? This is what you have to pay in car tax

  14-03-2018 12:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Changes in Vehicle Excise Duty will hit diesel drivers in the pocket as Government cracks down on emissions
  
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