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• Why the next three weeks will determine the course of Newcastle United's future, for better or worse

  18-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez and owner Mike Ashley have yet to find common ground during contract talks
  
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• Pair deny murdering Michael Price in drug-fuelled Chester-le-Street attack

  18-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Watson, 30 of, Chester-le-Street, and Christopher Hills, of Houghton, deny murdering Price in the January 13 attack
  
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• Pair deny murdering Michael Price, 30, in drug-fuelled Chester-le-Street attack

  18-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Watson, 30 of, Chester-le-Street, and Christopher Hills, of Houghton, deny murdering Price in the January 13 attack
  
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• Hexham hospital urgent care unit to close overnight as 'last resort' due to staffing issues

  18-07-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The urgent care unit at Hexham General Hospital will be shut overnight for at least four months 'due to staffing pressures'
  
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• 'Car meet' planned to honour Aaron Armstrong after his tragic death

  18-07-2018 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Blyth 25-year-old found dead just weeks after death of his girlfriend Sophie Gradon.
  
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• 54 free things to do with kids in Newcastle and the North East

  18-07-2018 19:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The school summer holidays are almost here and we've created a list of 54 ideas for places to go and things to do in the North East that will keep the kids happy
  
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• The former Newcastle United forward who now sells swimming pools for a living

  18-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stephane Guivarc'h's spell at Newcastle was far from memorable and he now spends his days selling swimming pools
  
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• RAC warns of potential chaos on roads as school holidays begin on 'frantic Friday'

  18-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plan ahead if you are driving away on Friday for a holiday or to visit relatives, as 9 million are expected to be doing the same
  
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• Newcastle United Q&A with Lee Ryder: On Rafa Benitez's budget, transfers and Ashley's next move

  18-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United agenda has been dominated by talk of Rafa Benitez's budget this week - here's how Lee Ryder sees the situation
  
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• Labour councillors 'uniting' over plans to stop them choosing council leaders

  18-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Labour's leadership faces a major row with its own councillors over plans to let party members choose council leaders
  
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• Kenedy's free role, attacking full-backs and 4-2-3-1 - Newcastle's tactical changes for pre-season

  18-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United started their pre-season campaign with a routine 2-0 friendly victory over St Patrick's Athletic
  
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• Ashley Cochrane murder trial: Accused denies 'ferocious' hostel attack in Byker

  18-07-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  George Dixon insisted he played no part in an alleged attack on Ashley Cochrane, which left him unrecognisable to friends
  
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• Mum of murdered Alice Ruggles blasts 'arrogant' killer after attempt to get his sentence cut

  18-07-2018 18:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Trimaan Dhillon's attempt to have his 22-year jail term slashed was refused
  
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• Benjamin Kimpioka scouted by Premier League side, but Sunderland eager to keep him

  18-07-2018 18:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Benjamin Kimpioka is having a tremendous pre-season at Sunderland, but that is catching the attention of teams higher up
  
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• Newcastle Pride parade: How bus services will be affected by huge city centre march

  18-07-2018 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle Pride parade will take place in the city centre on Saturday afternoon and a number of bus services are affected
  
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• Cruises, casinos and one of the world's most exclusive addresses: The lifestyle of £8m conman

  18-07-2018 18:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Kemp, from Birtley, played a key role in defrauding vulnerable people and spent the cash on living the high life
  
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• 2018/19 Premier League home kits ranked and rated - vote for which is the best (and which is the worst)

  18-07-2018 17:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Most Premier League clubs have revealed their home kits ahead of the new season - so we're asking YOU which ones are the best
  
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• Fraudster Anthony Kemp jailed over £8m investment con

  18-07-2018 17:22 via bbc.co.uk
  Anthony Kemp spent investors' money on lavish holidays, business class travel and a luxury home.
  
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• Sunderland Empire's pantomime to feature Hollyoaks and Gavin & Stacey stars

  18-07-2018 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It might only be July but pantomime preparations are in full swing for Peter Pan at Sunderland Empire this Christmas
  
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• 18 hilariously brutal notes that parents have actually left for their kids

  18-07-2018 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Has your parent ever left you a note as funny (or brutal...) as one of these?!
  
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• The cost of Newcastle's home shirt has increased at almost SEVEN times the rate of inflation

  18-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Across the last four years, Newcastle's home shirt has increased in price more than any other Premier League side
  
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• Drivers set for THREE MONTHS of disruption as gas works begin in Jesmond

  18-07-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northern Gas Networks are upgrading the network in and around Osborne Road from Monday, July 23
  
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• Sunderland's Tony Coton spotted at Valley Parade as Black Cats step-up Charlie Wyke pursuit

  18-07-2018 16:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's head of recruitment Tony Coton was at Bradford's game with Sheffield United - here's why
  
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• No2H8 Crime Awards 2018: Here's your chance to nominate a hero for fighting hate crime

  18-07-2018 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are a number of categories you can nominate for at this year's awards, which are backed by The Newcastle Chronicle
  
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• Love Island's Laura and Alexandra set their sights on the same guy

  18-07-2018 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Both girls look set for heartbreak on Love Island but original Laura and Alexandra are looking to move on
  
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• Marvin Humes is all set to party in Newcastle as a Ladies Day treat

  18-07-2018 15:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former JLS favourite turned DJ Marvin Humes will be playing a live DJ set during the post-race celebrations at Newcastle Racecourse - here's how to get tickets
  
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• Tup Tup shooting trial: Alleged gunman admits part in separate plot to fire shotgun at man's home

  18-07-2018 15:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The jury have heard details of Operation Tobago - which led to Michael Dixon pleading guilty to a firearms offence
  
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• Former Sunderland target Lyle Taylor reveals why he opted to join Charlton over the Black Cats

  18-07-2018 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Taylor will likely lead the Addicks' line against Sunderland on the opening day of the League One season
  
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• 'There are so many good people out there': £3,000 raised to replace beekeeper's smashed up hives

  18-07-2018 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steve Cattanach was devastated when he found two hives smashed up and thousands of bees dead but he will now be able to buy new hives
  
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• Morrisons shoppers evacuated after fire breaks out in staff room

  18-07-2018 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters were called to the store to put out a fryer fire in the staff kitchen, which led to all shoppers and staff being evacuated
  
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• Young forward Luke Molyneux signs new contract with Sunderland

  18-07-2018 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Molyneux has signed new terms with the club until the end of the 2018/19 campaign, while five other youngsters have penned new deals
  
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• Alcoholic tea firm Noveltea smashes £150,000 crowdfunding bid in five days

  18-07-2018 14:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle firm is also set to disrupt the drinks market with another boozy brew, this time blending tea with whisky
  
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• Ladies Day at Newcastle Racecourse - Istanbul flights are among prizes for Best Dressed Lady

  18-07-2018 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Find out why it could be worth looking your very best this Ladies Day at Newcastle Racecourse as we reveal the prizes for the Best Dressed Lady contest
  
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• Who is new Laura on Love Island? Jack Fowler moves on with new girl

  18-07-2018 14:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  She's only been in the Love Island villa a few days but new girl Laura Crane is set to cause some drama
  
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• Quayside bar is giving away FREE PINTS on Thursday - there's 100 going spare

  18-07-2018 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hop & Cleaver has joined forces with Saltaire Brewery to give away 100 free pints of beer on Thursday, get there early
  
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• B&M launches summer sale to rival Amazon Prime Day - what are the best discounts?

  18-07-2018 14:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Amazon Prime Day has now been and gone by B&M are having a huge sale of their own on a range if departments
  
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• Rafa Benitez lifts lid on what he wants in remainder of transfer window

  18-07-2018 14:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez is eager to bring in new players but knows circumstances are tough
  
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• Women in business offered scholarship to Newcastle University Business School

  18-07-2018 14:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Women in Leadership bursary has been established to help "exceptional businesswomen" do MBA
  
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• Dark web pervert's sick child rape fantasies exposed by undercover police officer

  18-07-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steven Boulton, of Ashington, told what turned out to be an undercover police officer he wanted to rape their daughters
  
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• Toff's top tips for Ladies Day fashion - how to look like a celebrity

  18-07-2018 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I'm A Celebrity star Georgia Toffolo shares her top five tips on hitting the heights of fashion as Newcastle gears up for race-day action
  
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• Sunderland man found guilty of sending racist tweet to Newcastle United striker Ivan Toney

  18-07-2018 13:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Calvin White, 25, sent the abusive message in December 2017 while the striker was on loan at Wigan Athletic
  
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• Concern grows for teenager seen with 'blood on his wrists' in Durham village

  18-07-2018 13:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A member of the public reported seeing the young man to police and officers are now looking for the man in Murton
  
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• All-inclusive hotels in Ibiza and Majorca could be about to start charging for alcohol

  18-07-2018 13:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plans have been drawn up by the Balearic Government to curb anti-social behaviour on the islands
  
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• 'Ridiculous' - Newcastle fans react after Rafa Benitez was offered Spain job for the World Cup

  18-07-2018 13:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Magpies were willing to allow Benitez to take the job temporarily before returning to Newcastle - much to the disbelief of fans
  
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• 'I have no faith in the club anymore' - Newcastle fans react after Benitez transfer admission

  18-07-2018 13:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies boss says Newcastle will have to 'wheel and deal' in the transfer market and the fans are not happy with owner Mike Ashley
  
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• Pensioner taken to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by car in Ponteland

  18-07-2018 13:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone who may have dash cam footage to come forward as they investigate the crash
  
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• Taxpayers in Northumberland could face legal bill over Lugano homes row

  18-07-2018 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The local authority has refuted the claims as 'inappropriate, untrue and defamatory'
  
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• Newcastle bar to host Love Island quiz the night after final of itv2 show

  18-07-2018 12:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island is without a doubt a phenomenon and fans of the show will be able to test their knowledge in Newcastle
  
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• Music festivals 2018: From Latitude to Bestival - here's everything you need to sort before you go

  18-07-2018 12:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plan ahead and take advantage of half price deals on a range of camping equipment at Halfords
  
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• Cyber criminals who hacked into National Lottery accounts and stole £13 jailed

  18-07-2018 12:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two hackers from Newcastle and Birmingham forced their way into customers accounts online thousands of times
  
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