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• Youth coach George Ormond jailed for sexually abusing boys

  04-07-2018 23:18 via bbc.co.uk
  George Ormond "used his position as a respected football coach" to target 18 victims over 25 years.
  
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• Police searching for fleeing driver after crash on the A1 near Gosforth in Newcastle

  04-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man was taken to hospital after a crash on the A1, but police believe the driver who crashed into his car fled the scene
  
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• 'Ferocious' New Year attack in Byker left alleged murder victim Ashley Cochrane unrecognisable

  04-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two men are standing trial accused of murdering Ashley Cochrane during a robbery in Byker on New Year's Eve
  
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• 'Zero star' takeaways and restaurants could be forced to display their 'scores on the doors'

  04-07-2018 19:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle city centre 'zero star' venues currently don't display hygiene ratings - but it may soon be mandatory under Government plans
  
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• Fake £50 notes are being used in Sunderland as police warn people to be on guard

  04-07-2018 19:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Detectives say that two counterfeit bank notes were used in the Sunderland area on Tuesday and Wednesday
  
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• Love Island's Adam admits he still has feelings for Zara despite recoupling with Darylle

  04-07-2018 19:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Zara got the boot from Love Island last week but after recoupling with Darylle in Casa Amor, Adam admits he misses her
  
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• 'There is no cure': Newcastle United blog founder Ed Harrison opens up about brave cancer battle

  04-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Over 180 million fans have clicked on the popular Toon transfer website set up by 73-year-old who was once on club's books alongside Bob Moncur
  
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• Theories after Tup Tup shooting included that it was 'rival doormen from Manchester', court hears

  04-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Old Bailey heard that a 'myriad of explanations were going around' in the aftermath of the Newcastle city centre shooting in June 2015
  
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• Nursery schools fear they'll be forced to close if they don't get Government funding

  04-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Sunderland headteacher says she's been forced to do four jobs because the nursery can't afford staff
  
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• Is Stefano Sturaro a target? Are talks on going for Alassane Plea? Your Newcastle questions answered

  04-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fans sent in their questions on Wednesday - and NUFC Writer Chris Waugh tried to answer them in the blog
  
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• Meet the Harry Kane lookalike who has fans chanting and asking for selfies

  04-07-2018 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dan Milligan is a dead ringer for England captain Harry Kane, according to football fans in Newcastle
  
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• Sunderland's League One trip to Gillingham moved

  04-07-2018 18:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats' league game at the Priestfield Stadium has been moved to give them more recovery time in a League Cup domino effect
  
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• Paedophile football coach George Ormond jailed for 20 years

  04-07-2018 18:30
  Ormond was convicted on Tuesday of dozens of sexual abuse offences against boys over three decadesA paedophile football coach who worked with Newcastle United’s youth players and sexually abused boys over three decades has been jailed for 20 years. Related: George Ormond crushed dreams and lives of boys he abusedContinue reading...
  
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• Sunderland AFC transfers: Every deal in and out of the 2018 summer transfer window

  04-07-2018 18:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A look at every single transfer deal involving Sunderland AFC in the 2018 summer transfer window - including ins and outs
  
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• George Ormond jailed: Former Newcastle United volunteer locked up for 20 years

  04-07-2018 17:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  George Ormond abused his position of trust to abuse a series of young boys who thought he could make their footballing dreams come true
  
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• Judith Garrett death: Cycling race officials cleared

  04-07-2018 17:46 via bbc.co.uk
  Judith Garrett died after being hit by an out-of-control mountain biker during a downhill race.
  
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• Life sciences jobs to follow £2m funding boost for Newcastle spin-out Newcells Biotech

  04-07-2018 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The firm has received £1.5m from NVM Private Equity and £500,000 from Northstar Ventures
  
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• Revolucion de Cuba Newcastle opens its doors - take a look around as the carnival arrives in town

  04-07-2018 17:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Revolucion de Cuba Newcastle is now open in the city centre, take a look around ahead of the new venue's massive launch party
  
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• Businesses need access to top talent after Brexit, Sage boss says

  04-07-2018 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephen Kelly was speaking at the Northern Powerhouse Business Summit, part of the Great Exhibition of the North
  
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• Paul Cook non-commital about possible Wigan Athletic move for Callum McManaman

  04-07-2018 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Wigan Athletic have been linked with a move for their former winger Callum McManaman but manager Paul Cook is giving little away
  
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• Are those wedding bells? 20 celebs who you didn't know were engaged

  04-07-2018 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  While there have been a lot of celeb break-ups this year, there have also been plenty of people getting engaged
  
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• Chancel Mbemba keen to avoid awkward pre-season return with Newcastle United

  04-07-2018 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The centre-back is wanted by FC Porto but a price for his services is yet to be agreed
  
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• Former pub boss jailed for raping 12-year-old bids to clear his name

  04-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dennis Brannigan, of Bishop Auckland, was convicted of five rape counts at Teesside Crown Court in 2013
  
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• Can you answer 12 of the most common pub quiz questions? See if you're a champion with this trivia quiz

  04-07-2018 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All pub quiz fans should be able to answer these 12 questions - see if you can manage
  
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• Alnwick Castle concerts essential info on tickets, security, food, travel & more

  04-07-2018 16:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nile Rodgers, Tom Jones, Madness and Il Divo are playing The Summer House Sounds outdoor gigs in Northumberland
  
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• Why bosses think the 'Trojan' phone boxes should be built in Newcastle and Gateshead

  04-07-2018 16:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Phone box chief denies 'Trojan' advertising claims and pledges £10m investment in Newcastle
  
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• Newcastle set to be handed opening day boost as Spurs star set to miss clash

  04-07-2018 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Heun-min Son may miss Spurs opening day clash against Newcastle but what does that mean for Ki Sung-Yeung
  
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• Metrocentre to show remaining World Cup matches in special Fan Zone

  04-07-2018 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The World Cup is getting to the crucial stage now and you won't miss a kick if you go shopping at intu Metrocentre
  
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• Sunderland's opening pre-season friendly moved to avoid possible England World Cup clash

  04-07-2018 15:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Black Cats had been due to play a friendly at Darlington on July 11 - but that could be the date of an England World Cup semi-final 
  
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• Police object to Newcastle bar's plea to extend alcohol licence over anti-social behaviour fears

  04-07-2018 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Billy Bootleggers wants to sell booze until 3am - but police say it would cause a negative impact on the area
  
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• Didier Ndong's Italian escape route from Sunderland could still be open, according to reports

  04-07-2018 15:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reports in Italy suggest that while Didier Ndong's proposed move to Torino collapsed over wages, there is still Serie A interest in the midfieder
  
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• How tall is Jordan Pickford? The height of England's goalkeeper and penalty hero

  04-07-2018 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A lot has been made of England keeper Jordan Pickford's height after he was criticized by Belgium's goalkeeper for being small
  
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• Topless England fan orchestrates World Cup sing-a-long on top of Newcastle bus stop

  04-07-2018 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police watch on as topless England supporter whips fans into a passionate rendition of 'Three Lions' following penalty win over Colombia 
  
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• How North East will tackle the Commercial Property challenge

  04-07-2018 15:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mike Hughes looks at how the commercial property landscape is changing
  
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• Encouragement for Duncan Watmore as Sunderland winger is seen kicking a ball again after injury

  04-07-2018 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Duncan Watmore twice suffered a serious ACL knee injury but is ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation as he looks to be back by autumn
  
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• 'A massive eye opener' - Ex-Newcastle 'wonder kid' reflects on why he failed to make it at United

  04-07-2018 14:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United signed Ben Tozer as a 17-year-old in January 2008 - and big things were expected of him
  
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• England fans at Newcastle bar win free Budweiser for being the loudest in the country

  04-07-2018 14:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans who gathered at the Newcastle city centre bar to watch England beat Colombia were rewarded for their enthusiasm with free Budweiser
  
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• Newcastle United MUST now deliver for a fanbase that's endured 49 years of hurt

  04-07-2018 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fans deserve a massive reward for the support down the years under Mike Ashley
  
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• MP demands Government take HMP Northumberland contract from Sodexo after sick footage

  04-07-2018 14:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Wansbeck MP has called on the Ministry of Justice to remove the contract to run the Category C prison from private firm Sodexo
  
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• How the heatwave of 1976 compares to the summer of 2018

  04-07-2018 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hosepipe bans and Elton John dominated that summer - but is this the warm weather this year set to mirror it? 
  
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• National League fixtures 2018-19: Salford open v Leyton Orient, Chesterfield at Ebbsfleet

  04-07-2018 14:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Salford City will host Leyton Orient in their first match of the 2018-19 National League season on 4 August.
  
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• Rennes still confident Wahbi Khazri can be persuaded to make loan from Sunderland permanent

  04-07-2018 13:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rennes have not triggered their option to make Wahbi Khazri's loan permanent, but they have not yet given up hope of buying the in-demand forward
  
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• Yohan Cabaye makes shock move as he turns his back on the Premier League

  04-07-2018 13:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ex-Newcastle United midfielder Yohan Cabaye has left Crystal Palace after turning down a contract offer
  
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• Durham Brass festival gigs celebrate the brightest and best, old and new

  04-07-2018 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Youtube star, a 75-year-old drummer, Northern Soul and BFG-speak are among the musical attractions
  
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• Watch Alan Shearer's foul-mouthed rant off-air at Colombia after England win penalty shootout

  04-07-2018 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United legend was not impressed with the South American side's antics during the World Cup clash
  
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• Lumiere set to return to Durham for huge 10th anniversary spectacular

  04-07-2018 13:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Huge light spectacle Lumiere is set to return to Durham for another year to mark 10th anniversary of captivating visitors
  
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• How to turn your yellow grass green this summer following heatwave

  04-07-2018 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plenty of sun and water can lead to a beautiful looking garden, but the lack of rain has caused some lawns to turn yellow
  
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• Marriott Hotel in Gosforth sold to new owner as part of major five-hotel property deal

  04-07-2018 12:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Contracts have been exchanged on the Newcastle site as well as the Sunderland Marriott in Seaburn and the deal will complete this month
  
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• Fans watching England in Newcastle sing Atomic Kitten's Whole Again for Gareth Southgate

  04-07-2018 12:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was a huge number 1 for Atomic Kitten in 2001 and now Gareth Southgate has been reworked in tribute to England boss Gareth Southgate
  
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• Man arrested for public nuisance after being brought back to safety from High Level Bridge

  04-07-2018 12:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  David Thompson, of Percy Main, is due in court after he was brought back to safety from the High Level Bridge overnight
  
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