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• See inside Newcastle's new trans-friendly swingers club - complete with sex dungeon

  14-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Venue boasts it is the biggest swinger's club in the North East, and the boss says: 'It has been a long time coming'
  
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• Jack Ross reacts to Sunderland's draw at Hartlepool United and Benji Kimpioka's goal

  14-07-2018 19:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's pre-season programme continued with a draw at Hartlepool, with teenager Benji Kimpioka sparing the Black Cats' blushes
  
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• Sunderland transfers: Charlie Wyke is a target for the Black Cats, Jack Ross confirms

  14-07-2018 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bradford City striker Charlie Wyke is on Sunderland's wanted list according to Jack Ross, amid reports that the Black Cats have made a bid for him
  
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• This is what Jeremy Corbyn said in his speech at the Durham Miners' Gala

  14-07-2018 19:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands of people gathered at the racecourse in Durham to hear the Labour leader's speech on Saturday afternoon
  
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• Who is Benjamin Kimpioka? A look at the Swedish 'wonderkid' from Sunderland's academy

  14-07-2018 19:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Benjamin Kimpioka is expected to be the next star to break through from Sunderland's impressive academy and made a big impact in his first appearance
  
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• Who will replace Isaac Hayden at Newcastle United? Here are 7 options Rafa Benitez could consider

  14-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder Isaac Hayden has asked to leave the Magpies for 'exceptional family reasons'
  
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• Sunderland Parade of Sail marks Tall Ships festival end

  14-07-2018 18:49 via bbc.co.uk
  Huge crowds turned out for the five-day festival in Sunderland.
  
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• Tall Ships Sunderland comes to a brilliant end as thousands enjoy sun by the seaside

  14-07-2018 18:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Just like the rest of the week, there was plenty of sunshine in Sunderland as the Tall Ships left Wearside on their way to Denmark
  
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• Hartlepool United 1-1 Sunderland report: Benji Kimpioka strikes first goal of Jack Ross' reign

  14-07-2018 18:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Youngster Benji Kimpioka scored in injury time as Sunderland continued their pre-season preparations with a draw at the Victoria Ground
  
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• Newcastle's Times Square Fan Zone VERY quiet for England v Belgium

  14-07-2018 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's been absolutely jam packed over the past few weeks but there was a poor turnout in Times Square for England v Belgium on Saturday
  
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• Hartlepool United 1-1 Sunderland: The honeymoon is over and five other things we learned

  14-07-2018 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  We learned more than we might have liked about the new Sunderland at Victoria Park but Benjamin Kimpioka ensured a draw and some positive
  
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• Whitley Bay shopping centre flooded after car crashes into water main

  14-07-2018 18:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The man and woman in the car escaped uninjured but several thousand litres of water are said to have entered the retail park
  
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• 'Jonjo Shelvey is a great player to learn from' - Why Sean Longstaff is relishing being in Ireland

  14-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United Under-23 midfielder Sean Longstaff has been given a chance to train with the first team at Carton House
  
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• Grieving mum returns to Tyne Bridge after her son took his own life to help others

  14-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brendan Smail, 20, of Elswick, took his own life on May 30 and now mum Mary is to walk across the Tyne Bridge in his memory
  
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• Great Exhibition of the North water fountain in the Tyne breaks after boat sails over it

  14-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A witness said he saw an 'explosion' following the incident on Friday night - the water sculpture is now out of action
  
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• Cramlington schoolchildren create incredible North East version of Monopoly

  14-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The youngsters from Hillcrest School developed the edition after working on a project about their county
  
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• Brave child rape victim brands his abuser a 'scumbag' as he is jailed

  14-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Peter Thompson subjected a 10-year-old boy to a series of sex attacks in Middlesbrough and has been jailed for 10 years
  
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• Durham Miner's Gala features official women's banner

  14-07-2018 15:07 via bbc.co.uk
  After taking part in the parade the new banner will be "blessed" at Durham Cathedral.
  
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• Swansea City complete signing of Sunderland winger Joel Asoro

  14-07-2018 15:00 via bbc.co.uk
  Swansea City have completed the signing of Sunderland's 19-year-old Swedish winger Joel Asoro.
  
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• How tall is Joel Asoro? The former Sunderland striker who has signed for Swansea City

  14-07-2018 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland's Sweden Under-21 international has made a big impression for the Black Cats this season
  
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• Watch spectacular Tall Ships firework display in Sunderland as huge event gets ready to leave city

  14-07-2018 14:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tall Ships will leave Sunderland on Saturday and on Friday night there were plenty of interest in its firework display
  
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• Morrison's selling cheese containing the world's hottest chilli - feeling brave?

  14-07-2018 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you reckon your mouth could stand it, the Reaper Chilli Cheddar is available now and features the Carolina Reaper
  
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• Corbyn vows next Labour government will restore trade union rights in Durham Miners' Gala speech

  14-07-2018 14:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Labour leader called for an end to the vilification of trade unions during the 134th Big Meeting
  
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• Sunderland still hope to add six new players this transfer window, with three bids currently out

  14-07-2018 14:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland owner Stewart Donald has moved to reassure supporters that work is being done to add to the current squad
  
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• Aldi to sell swimming pool for less than £30 - when does it go on sale?

  14-07-2018 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bargain swimming pools are quickly becoming summer must haves and the supermarket is about to start selling another
  
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• See the crime-fighting Northumbria Police dogs - in their brand news shoes

  14-07-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police dogs have been trying on new specially-made shoes to help them carry out their duties
  
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• Mum of girl, 8, who died waiting for a new heart will 'always have questions' after inquest

  14-07-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ella Dee lost her battle for life in Newcastle’s Freeman Hospital last year after her body rejected its first donor heart
  
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• Kenedy's exquisite volley and Matz Sels is back - 5 things we spotted as Newcastle train in Ireland

  14-07-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United continued their pre-season preparations on Friday with another training session at Carton House
  
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• 50 pigeons and 10 hens perish as blaze rips through Newcastle allotment

  14-07-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The fire broke out at the allotments in Hazlerigg on Friday afternoon and emergency services made the grim discovery
  
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• Who is Anton Forrester? A look at the striker on trial at Sunderland

  14-07-2018 13:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland have taken striker Anton Forrester on trial and he started their game against Darlington - here's a closer look
  
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• Newcastle to host Wallace & Gromit event inspired by Great Exhibition of the North

  14-07-2018 13:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Much loved characters Wallace & Gromit will have an event in their honour in Newcastle for the Great Exhibition of the North
  
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• Isaac Hayden being eyed by Brighton and Newcastle United could make big profit

  14-07-2018 13:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Midfielder set to leave for personal reasons after two years on Tyneside but Rafa Benitez wants a replacement
  
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• Hartlepool United vs Sunderland LIVE - Black Cats step up their pre-season preparations

  14-07-2018 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All the news from Sunderland's second pre-season game of the summer as Jack Ross takes his side down the A19 to take on Hartlepool
  
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• Hartlepool United 1-0 Sunderland LIVE - Mistake costs Black Cats after bright start

  14-07-2018 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  All the news from Sunderland's second pre-season game of the summer as Jack Ross takes his side down the A19 to take on Hartlepool
  
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• Hartlepool United 0-0 Sunderland LIVE - McLaughlin makes first start for Black Cats

  14-07-2018 12:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  All the news from Sunderland's second pre-season game of the summer as Jack Ross takes his side down the A19 to take on Hartlepool
  
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• Donald Trump blasted as 'racist misogynist' during protest at Durham Miners' Gala

  14-07-2018 12:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Activists disgusted with the US President's visit joined the thousands-strong crowd at the Big Meeting
  
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• Joe McElderry to headline huge outdoor concert in South Shields for Chloe and Liam

  14-07-2018 12:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Young South Shields couple Chloe Rutherford and Liam Curry lost their lives in the Manchester Arena bombing last year
  
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• Who is supporting Madness at Alnwick Castle? Opening act revealed for huge outdoor gig

  14-07-2018 12:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plenty of tickets have been snapped up for Madness' huge outdoor Northumberland show at Alnwick Castle and we now know who's supporting
  
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• 'Thieves lurked outside waiting for me to leave - just to steal my Chihuahua'

  14-07-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  'Dogknapping' victim is one over 100,000 people demanding tougher laws - and she wants the culprits JAILED at the very least
  
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• Northumbrian Water says people who swim in reservoirs are risking their lives

  14-07-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Several people have been caught swimming in reservoirs in the hot weather, including children as young as five
  
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• Newcastle United target Alassane Plea wanted to join Borussia Monchengladbach 'at all costs'

  14-07-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez wants Newcastle United to sign a striker this summer - and Alassane Plea had been a priority target
  
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• Jesmond dead-of-night burglar caught out by tracking device on the car he stole

  14-07-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul McNeill, of Byker, broke into the student flat in Jesmond but the Ford Ka he stole had a tracking device fitted as part of the insurance
  
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• England vs Belgium LIVE - Three Lions contest World Cup third-placed play-off

  14-07-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Live updates as England take on Belgium in the World Cup third-placed play-off
  
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• 80 years at heart of town’s sporting life for club that produced Steve Cram

  14-07-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  For 80 years, Jarrow and Hebburn Athletic Club has been integral to the sporting life and times of South Tyneside
  
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• Free entry for England vs Belgium in Times Square as ticket price is scrapped

  14-07-2018 11:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  They can't win the World Cup after their defeat to Croatia in the semi final but England are in action in the third place play off
  
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• Newcastle will learn Checkatrade Trophy group-stage opponents this week - but it won't be Sunderland

  14-07-2018 11:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The EFL has confirmed that Newcastle United's Under-21 side will be in the Checkatrade Trophy again this season
  
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• Durham Miners' Gala: Thousands line the streets for the 134th Big Meeting

  14-07-2018 11:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The historic city of Durham was flooded with colour as local communities celebrate in the sunshine
  
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• My message to Mike Ashley: Reward Rafa Benitez with one big, major marquee striker signing

  14-07-2018 10:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle have made three great signings - but it only leaves the squad in the same place they finished last season
  
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• Durham Miners' Gala 2018 LIVE: Updates as crowds line the streets for the Big Meeting

  14-07-2018 10:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Crowds are expected to line the streets for the annual Durham Miners' Gala which celebrates the region's history
  
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• Thug who attacked 50 Cent fans at gig finally jailed for pouring petrol over car

  14-07-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alexander McHugh was given a suspended prison sentence last year for attacking two fans at Newcastle Arena but has now been locked up
  
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