Newcastle news

• 'I don't fear the sack': Rafa Benitez reveals why he believes Newcastle's hierarchy have faith in him

  19-10-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reports regarding Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez's future have emerged in recent days following the Magpies' difficult start to the campaign
  
  Read more

• Nigel Farage talks Brexit and Theresa May before downing 'strongest pint in Wetherspoons'

  19-10-2018 21:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ex-UKIP leader spoke as he brings his Brexit Bus to the North East
  
  Read more

• Chris Waddle: Newcastle United 'handcuffed' to Mike Ashley but it's time for him to go

  19-10-2018 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Newcastle star Chris Waddle has not held back with his assessment of Mike Ashley's running of the Magpies
  
  Read more

• Newcastle need that 'Norwich' moment but Rafa Benitez can build where Steve McClaren failed to

  19-10-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Steve McClaren's Newcastle side beat Norwich City 6-2 in October 2015 and Rafa Benitez could do with a similar result
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• CCTV appeal after Metro staff racially abused for challenging passenger over wrong ticket

  19-10-2018 19:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The incident happened at Monument Metro Station
  
  Read more

• Calls for student accused of spying to be treated fairly after he was charged in Dubai

  19-10-2018 19:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Matthew Hedges was held at Dubai airport on May 5 after flying in to interview sources about the country's foreign policy
  
  Read more

• European Rugby Champions Cup: Newcastle Falcons v Montpellier Herault

  19-10-2018 19:19 via bbc.co.uk
  Team news as Newcastle host Montpellier in Sunday's European Rugby Champions Cup fixture at Kingston Park (13:00 BST).
  
  Read more

• Sunderland breast cancer survivor reveals how she overcame worries about hair loss

  19-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East nurse Julie McDonald is raising awareness of the help offered by the charity mynewhair
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Rafa Benitez hits back at Brighton defender Bruno after his swipe at Newcastle United fans

  19-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Seagulls defender had a pop at Geordie fans and feels Toon Army will turn on their team when things aren't going right
  
  Read more

• Mushroom Bar's had a £100,000 revamp - but 'it is still two skittles for a fiver'

  19-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boss admits regulars feared they were 'going posh'
  
  Read more

• Big money developers showing 'significant interest' in funding £250m Gateshead Quayside arena

  19-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council bosses are drumming up interest in the £250m project around the world
  
  Read more

• Angry grandma uses Vauxhall Zafira to stop 'beautiful' trees being chopped down

  19-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  But the Metro operator says the work is 'vital' for driver safety - and keeping the trains on time
  
  Read more

• New York style party bar Manahatta is coming to Newcastle's 'Diamond Strip'

  19-10-2018 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Arc Inspirations is planning to open a second glamorous venue in the city centre
  
  Read more

• Rafa Benitez not daunted by prospect of working 'without big money'

  19-10-2018 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez wants firm focus on Brighton game but January transfer window is looming
  
  Read more

• Anjem Choudary released from prison a year after opening of £1m HMP Frankland 'jihadi jail'

  19-10-2018 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Islamist spent the bulk of his jail sentence at HMP Frankland in County Durham after being convicted of terror offences and was reportedly kept in a specialist segregation unit
  
  Read more

• Waitrose to change name of 'sexist' sandwich after social media complaint

  19-10-2018 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Waitrose has apologised for causing any offence and will now change the name of the sandwich in question
  
  Read more

• Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after man's death in Birtley

  19-10-2018 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to an address in Jasmine Terrace, in Birtley, at around 11pm on Thursday
  
  Read more

• Opening of controversial addiction recovery hub at Newcastle library is DELAYED

  19-10-2018 17:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council has revealed the opening of the recovery hub has been delayed following a backlash from residents
  
  Read more

• See X Factor star Molly Scott's dramatic new look ahead of first live show

  19-10-2018 17:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Easington singer Molly will perform in the first live show of The X Factor 2018 on Saturday night with a new look
  
  Read more

• Abdulrahman Alcharbati guilty of IS Facebook posts

  19-10-2018 17:14 via bbc.co.uk
  Abdulrahman Alcharbati had denied making 70 Facebook posts promoting the Islamic State group.
  
  Read more

• Engineer who told a court he believes he is Jesus Christ found guilty of terrorism offences

  19-10-2018 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Abdulrahman Alcharbati, of Benwell, posted links to sickening ISIS videos on his open Facebook account that anyone could view
  
  Read more

• Who are Sunderland's League One promotion rivals playing this weekend - and how will they get on?

  19-10-2018 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland have the chance to add to their impressive points tally at Shrewsbury - but what about their promotion rivals?
  
  Read more

• Chris Waddle: Newcastle United fans would not blame 'miracle worker' Rafa Benitez for walking away

  19-10-2018 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United and England legend Chris Waddle had indicated Rafa Benitez would not be criticised if he quit
  
  Read more

• Dr Hilary Jones says people in Newcastle are playing 'Russian roulette with flu' - this is his advice

  19-10-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Guilt, fear of being judged and not having enough paid sick days mean 69% of Newcastle’s employees would still turn up for work even if they had the flu
  
  Read more

• The whopping £737 million lottery draw people in Newcastle can bet on tonight

  19-10-2018 16:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Is it your lucky day?
  
  Read more

• Meat:Stack is on the move in Newcastle city centre to a new pop-up pub home

  19-10-2018 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cult foodie firm has been cooking up a storm for two years at No28 but will now work at another city bar
  
  Read more

• Hope for fair trade pioneer Traidcraft after threat of closure

  19-10-2018 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead firm gets "hundreds of messages of support" but jobs are still at risk
  
  Read more

• Liverpool drugs gang jailed for smuggling operation

  19-10-2018 15:52 via bbc.co.uk
  The gang also hid drugs in toilets in the "sophisticated" bid to flood North West England with Class As.
  
  Read more

• Shrewsbury vs Sunderland predictions - will Black Cats keep pressure up? Our writers have their say

  19-10-2018 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland go to Shrewsbury this weekend looking to build on the battling 2-1 win at Bradford City last time out
  
  Read more

• British Takeaway Awards reveal shortlist for Best Takeaway in North East

  19-10-2018 15:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The British Takeaway Awards take place in London next month and there is stiff competition for the North East title
  
  Read more

• Newcastle United injury latest as striker is ruled out of key clash with Brighton

  19-10-2018 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez gives an update on the latest injury situation at Newcastle United ahead of this weekend's game with Brighton
  
  Read more

• 'A vote for making things happen in Newcastle' as NE1 gets five more years

  19-10-2018 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Business Improvement District will carry on until 2024 with bold plans for the Quayside and the city's shopping areas
  
  Read more

• Why Rafa Benitez is adamant Newcastle United will get things right this season

  19-10-2018 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Magpies boss is only focused on Saturday's clash with Brighton and Hove Albion with United looking for their first win
  
  Read more

• Newcastle medics jet out to India to save the lives of kids with heart defects

  19-10-2018 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Team from Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust going on behalf of Healing Little Hearts charity
  
  Read more

• Review: The Proclaimers charm City Hall audience with mix of old and new

  19-10-2018 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Reid brothers have a back catalogue extensive enough to thrill a crowd – and not just 500 Miles
  
  Read more

• The 'Gateshead Quayside arena' - what you need to know about the £250m plans dubbed a 'game-changer'

  19-10-2018 14:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We take a closer look at the plans for a new 12-500-seat arena and leisure complex on the Gateshead Quayside
  
  Read more

• Shrewsbury boss John Askey says his team talk will take care of itself against Sunderland

  19-10-2018 14:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Askey believes his Shrewsbury side will be more motivated than ever when Sunderland make the visit to New Meadow
  
  Read more

• A Karaoke Brunch is coming to Newcastle and the first one is Christmas themed

  19-10-2018 14:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you love singing and you are partial to  brunch with your mates, Karaoke Brunch should be right up your street
  
  Read more

• Who are the bookies backing in X Factor? All the odds as North East's Molly Scott gears up for live finals

  19-10-2018 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Molly Scott, 16, from Easington, was sitting her GCSEs just a few months ago but is now preparing for the ITV programme's live shows
  
  Read more

• All the former Newcastle players who have since become top flight managers

  19-10-2018 14:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Former Magpies midfielder Barton has been handed a three-year deal at Fleetwood
  
  Read more

• Discover the History of Health during October half term at Beamish Museum

  19-10-2018 14:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From Georgian medicines to 1950’s NHS clinics, discover the history of healthcare during October half term at the world-famous open air museum
  
  Read more

• Tech for Life scoops two prizes at Dynamites 18 awards

  19-10-2018 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  12 awards were handed out to the top individuals and firms working in the North East's tech sector
  
  Read more

• Elderly woman in Chapel House car crash remains in 'serious' condition

  19-10-2018 14:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 79-year-old woman suffered serious injuries in the two-car crash in Chapel House and remains in hospital
  
  Read more

• The Gin to my Tonic Festival to arrive in Newcastle next year - how to get tickets

  19-10-2018 14:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yet another hot ticket for fans of mothers' ruin, the Gin to my Tonic Festival is coming to Newcastle
  
  Read more

• 'Faith in humanity restored' - love pours in for mum and daughter who helped bruised homeless man

  19-10-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alexandria Wright and her six-year-old daughter Avaleigh, from Gateshead, have set out to help Gavin Green, who was attacked and left with two black eyes
  
  Read more

• Newcastle vs Brighton pundits predictions - will Magpies end winless run against Seagulls?

  19-10-2018 13:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV pundits and the ChronicleLive team share their score predictions ahead of Newcastle United vs Brighton at St James' Park
  
  Read more

• Harry Potter themed Witchcraft and Wizardry Ball coming to Newcastle for Halloween

  19-10-2018 13:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you're a big Harry Potter fan and short on plans for Halloween the club night should be a hot ticket
  
  Read more

• 'Pressure is on' Newcastle vs Brighton but United won't be relegated, believes Mark Lawrenson

  19-10-2018 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brighton and Hove Albion visit St James' Park on Saturday, with Newcastle United looking to secure their first victory of the Premier League season
  
  Read more

• When are Sunderland Illuminations 2018? Dates, opening times and ticket prices

  19-10-2018 13:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hot on the heels of the International Airshow, Sunderland Illuminations will attract plenty of attention when they light up the city
  
  Read more

• Sunderland Illuminations opening times - what time do they start and finish every night?

  19-10-2018 13:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Autumn's here and so are Sunderland Illuminations, here is a timings guide if you're planning on heading to the seafront event in Wearside
  
  Read more

Follow @Newcastle_Nws on Twitter!