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• Toon legend Terry McDermott thanks the Newcastle medics who helped his wife beat cancer

  19-03-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Newcastle United midfielder speaks of his admiration for NHS staff after revealing how they helped his wife Carole in family's darkest hour
  
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• School bomb threats: Disgruntled Minecraft gamer 'behind hoax'

  19-03-2018 21:39 via bbc.co.uk
  Hundreds of schools in England were sent an email saying a bomb would be detonated on their grounds.
  
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• Alleged sex killer says smiling selfie was caused by his false teeth falling out

  19-03-2018 21:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  William John McFall denied a 'legal loophole' he wrote to his co-accused Stephen Unwin about was a plan to blame each other to get away with murder
  
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• One-time Falklands War enemies are united in a play being staged in Newcastle

  19-03-2018 20:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Minefield, by Argentinian artist Lola Arias, has been critically acclaimed after performances in Brighton and London
  
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• 'I don't think she wanted to die', inquest into Marsden Grotto cliff fall victim hears

  19-03-2018 19:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'Beautiful' Chirelle Calder, 17, from Jarrow, died following a 100ft fall at the South Shields spot in August 2016
  
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• Ant McPartlin steps down from TV shows and seeks treatment

  19-03-2018 19:24 via bbc.co.uk
  Saturday Night Takeaway will not air this week as its co-host seeks treatment following his arrest.
  
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• Squad depth unearthed and incident free - 7 reasons why Rafa will be pleased with NUFC's Spain trip

  19-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United drew 1-1 with Royal Antwerp in a friendly on Sunday at the end of a four-day training camp in Spain
  
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• Premier League free agents: A full list of players Newcastle could sign for nothing this summer

  19-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As things stand the following players will be out of contract and free to a new home as of June 1 when their current deals expire
  
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• Old style pubs may be in decline but Whitley Bay will soon have The Storm Cellar

  19-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The big boozers of the post-war years are closing all over the UK but microwaves are springing up in their wake
  
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• Meet the Newcastle United fan who celebrated like Alan Shearer on the Stadium of Light pitch

  19-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fan Kenny Ashton became a social media star when he celebrated like Alan Shearer at the Stadium of Light
  
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• It's getting there! Take a look inside Spanish City Dome in Whitley Bay as work nears completion

  19-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We were given a tour of the seafront building which is being transformed into a leisure hub under a multi-million pound scheme
  
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• Durham University academics win fight to remain in the UK after popular campaign

  19-03-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Ernesto Schwartz-Marin and Dr Arely Cruz-Santiago at Durham University have won their fight to remain in the UK
  
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• Durham sculpture that can be seen from space is out of this world

  19-03-2018 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Syndergy sculpture has been made out of inflated steel and designed to show up on satellite imagery
  
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• Lee Kyle to star at Low Fell comedy club night on his 32-date national tour

  19-03-2018 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Comic is set for March return to Gateshead's Cutting Hedge Comedy Club following sell-out success
  
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• Sunderland's six red cards leave Chris Coleman with worst record of any Black Cats boss

  19-03-2018 17:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Chris Coleman has seen six sendings off in just 21 games in charge, leaving him with the worst ratio of any Sunderland manager
  
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• Ant McPartlin goes back to rehab as ITV's Saturday Night Takeaway is cancelled following arrest

  19-03-2018 17:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The popular show will not go ahead this week after Ant announced he is heading back to rehab and is stepping down from his TV commitments
  
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• North East firm could help haulage companies stop using diesel

  19-03-2018 17:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Statebourne Cryogenics was approached by BOC to design a mobile refuelling station that can be used by lorries running on an alternative fuel
  
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• Carpetright and Claire's Accessories hit by crisis on the High Street

  19-03-2018 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two companies are set to be the latest to be affected by the growing problems in the retail sector
  
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• How Theresa May plans to get young people from ethnic minorities into work

  19-03-2018 17:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Asian people are more likely to be unemployed than whites in the North East - and this is what the Government plans to do about it
  
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• Ambulance crew on 999 call injured after metal ball is thrown at windscreen, causing it to smash

  19-03-2018 17:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nathan Thornton and colleague Mark Brockhurst were struck while driving through Byker, Newcastle, on an emergency call
  
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• Why Newcastle could be the beneficiaries of Arsenal's Moscow nightmare

  19-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies welcome the Gunners to St James' Park next month in what could be a vital game in their bid for Premier League survival
  
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• Rafa Benitez drops big hint about his future by declaring worldwide talent search

  19-03-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez has already listed around 500 targets of potential future stars
  
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• Newcastle United loan watch - Woodman the penalty hero but Toney 'unprofessional'

  19-03-2018 16:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  18 Newcastle players are currently away from the club on a temporary basis - here is how they got on this week
  
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• Joey Barton: I was better than most England midfielders now - I affected games more than Shelvey

  19-03-2018 16:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Joey Barton played just once for England back in 2007 but bnelieves he'd be a regular now given the current quality
  
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• Can fish and chips be a healthy choice? One North East firm believes so

  19-03-2018 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead fish shop supplier Henry Colbeck is helping takeaways to offer a healthier option by using smaller portion sizes
  
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• Pilot blamed by Russia for shooting down MH17 plane carrying two Newcastle United fans kills himself

  19-03-2018 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Liam Sweeney and John Alder were among 298 people killed when the plane was shot down, which independent investigators blamed on Russia
  
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• When could Sunderland finally be relegated? We pinpoint the date it could happen

  19-03-2018 15:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  If there is to be no great escape in the Championship this year for Sunderland, we look at when League One football could arrive
  
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• Watch video of Newcastle United fans chanting about struggling Sunderland

  19-03-2018 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle supporters were recorded revelling in Sunderland's misery as they could suffer back-to-back relegation
  
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• Why Rafa Benitez is set for a nervous two weeks with regards to the fitness of two NUFC players

  19-03-2018 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez will be nervously awaiting fitness updates over this next fortnight
  
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• Pets at Home to host rabbit workshops over Easter so children can see 'Peter Rabbit' up close

  19-03-2018 15:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Store teams up with Peter Rabbit film for rabbit workshops as it bans their sale as Easter gifts
  
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• A strong finish could be worth £15million: How much Newcastle could bank in the next eight weeks

  19-03-2018 15:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  There is a lot at stake in the next eight weeks for Newcastle United, who are hoping to secure survival
  
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• Watch the moment police swoop on suspected high-end drug dealers in Durham dawn raids

  19-03-2018 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eleven men and three women were detained by Durham Constabulary officers following raids in Consett, Stanley and other parts of the North East
  
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• Yes, yes, yes... prog rockers go down a storm on 50th anniversary gig at the Sage

  19-03-2018 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yes was formed in 1968 and long-serving and more recent members were in Sage One to perform favourite tracks
  
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• Yes, yes, yes... prog rockers go down a storm in 50th anniversary gig at the Sage

  19-03-2018 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yes was formed in 1968 and long-serving and more recent members were in Sage One to perform favourite tracks
  
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• Little Fishy to open in Riley's Fish Shack on Newcastle Quayside

  19-03-2018 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Summer menu of first-class fish and chips will be on offer at the Quayside Seaside container shack
  
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• Why Newcastle's Spain trip offered encouragement that United will stay up with time to spare

  19-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United could be just a win away from safety if they beat Huddersfield Town
  
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• 'Where's our town centre?' People in Great Park 'sold a dream' over vision for new development

  19-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents of the development in Gosforth, Newcastle, have spoken of their frustrations that there are still no shops
  
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• Martin Dubravka watch: How NUFC's friendly in Spain helped highlight just why Slovak is now No 1

  19-03-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United signed Martin Dubravka on a half-season loan deal from Sparta Prague in January, with an option to buy
  
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• Gateshead's Wembley destiny to be decided at International Stadium of Saturday

  19-03-2018 13:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steve Watson's side must overturn a one-goal deficit to reach the FA Trophy final when they take on Bromley this weekend
  
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• Hays Travel sees profits soar as expansion strategy begins to takes off

  19-03-2018 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The independent travel agent opened new branches, acquired firms, and struck a partnership deal with WHSmith
  
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• Sunderland could receive financial boost as they look to cash in on in-form Wahbi Khazri

  19-03-2018 13:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Wahbi Khazri is in great form in France's Ligue 1 for Rennes and that could spark a bidding war for the winger
  
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• Newcastle nightlife on St Patrick's Day including The Mushroom, PopWorld, Flares, Bijoux and more

  19-03-2018 13:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Our gallery also includes the Mile Castle, Ember Lounge, Eazy Street, Ember Lounge, Gotham Town, Keel Row & more
  
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• Sam Smith in Newcastle - we chat to Bruno Major who is supporting the singer at the arena

  19-03-2018 13:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bruno Major is the support act on the Sam Smith tour and will be at the Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle
  
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• This is what Jeremy Corbyn had to say in Newcastle in 90 seconds

  19-03-2018 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Labour leader spoke at his party's regional conference at Newcastle University on Saturday
  
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• Fitbit, running shoes and more must-haves so you'll never need a gym membership again

  19-03-2018 13:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  No gym? No problem.
  
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• How one Tyneside mum involved her whole family in her fostering journey

  19-03-2018 12:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Children from the North East need loving forever homes, could you become a foster parent?
  
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• Eldon Square and Metrocentre sale threatened by French firm's rival deal

  19-03-2018 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hammerson's deal to acquire Intu Properties has been put at risk after a French firm revealed it had attempted to buy Hammerson
  
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• Floyd Mayweather linked with Newcastle takeover in the most bizarre story you'll read this year

  19-03-2018 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United is up for sale - and there was a story on page 13 of the Daily Star Sunday linking Floyd Mayweather with a bid 
  
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• Newcastle United youngster Nathan Harker on standby due to goalkeeping injuries

  19-03-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United's teenage goalkeeper Nathan Harker is on the brink of the first team squad
  
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• Haidara's feisty exchange and Joselu is mobbed by fans in Spain - NUFC moments you might have missed

  19-03-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United drew 1-1 with Belgian side Royal Antwep in a 135-minute friendly at the Pinatar Arena on Sunday
  
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