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• Rafa Benitez still believes he can make Newcastle a top-eight team - but immediate focus is survival

  26-10-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez is well into the final year of his Magpies deal and has postponed extension talks
  
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• Newcastle United coach Ben Dawson says Toon youngsters "beat themselves" in mini Tyne-Tees derby

  26-10-2018 23:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies failed to keep up their winning run after losing 3-1 on the big stage at St James' Park
  
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• Magpie Group announce plans for further protests - including boycott of Wolves match

  26-10-2018 22:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United protest group the Magpie Group have announced plans for protests at future home and away fixtures - including a boycott of the Wolves match
  
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• 'Made to pay': Cruel couple fined thousands of pounds for starving boa constrictor to death

  26-10-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pair were already banned for life from keeping snakes - now they must pay for the prosecution against them
  
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• 'If there is anyone to blame on the pitch, it's the players' - DeAndre Yedlin on Rafa Benitez

  26-10-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  American right-back DeAndre Yedlin has defender Rafa Benitez after a poor start to the season
  
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• Downing spirits from boots or drinking something 'disgusting': Inside the murky world of student initiations

  26-10-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We asked Newcastle University students to give us their view of the culture of drinking and society initiations
  
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• Cruel couple ordered to pay up for starving boa constrictor to death

  26-10-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pair were already banned for life from keeping snakes - now they must pay for the prosecution against them
  
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• Cruel couple ordered to pay thousands of pounds for starving boa constrictor to death

  26-10-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pair were already banned for life from keeping snakes - now they must pay for the prosecution against them
  
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• Man in court charged with knifepoint robbery and assaulting a police officer

  26-10-2018 20:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Angus Hollingsworth has been charged after a man and woman were allegedly robbed near a primary school in Durham on Wednesday
  
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• Increasing uncertainty at Newcastle United is threatening to engulf the club

  26-10-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  There's not much going right for Newcastle on the pitch, but the uncertainty of Rafa Benitez's future and the club's ownership hangs over the club
  
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• Hundreds of students armed with placards and drums protest 'spiralling college fees' at Durham University

  26-10-2018 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Students say the increasing costs do not reflect the standard of the accommodation and claim the buildings are falling apart, mouldy and have rats
  
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• Man in hospital and woman arrested after suspected stabbing in Seaton Delaval

  26-10-2018 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paramedics called the police to Kearsley Close in Seaton Delaval where a man had suffering injuries caused by a stabbing
  
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• Man arrested on suspicion of rape after woman allegedly attacked near Bishop Auckland cemetery

  26-10-2018 19:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are questioning a man in his 20s from Bishop Auckland after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted on Saturday
  
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• 'When those words came out my little girl's mouth it was like my worst nightmare' - Mum's horror as paedophile's sentence is cut

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former foster carer George Croudace, who abused three young children, has jail term cut
  
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• Rafa Benitez talks up Salomon Rondon-Yoshinori Muto partnership ahead of Southampton clash

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  In fairness to Rafa Benitez he has never been able to field his preferred duo in attack
  
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• Newcastle United U23s 1-3 Boro U23s: A sobering night for young Magpies at St James' Park

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A young United side end the week in disappointing style in the mini Tyne-Tees derby
  
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• How Newcastle handed Joe Kinnear a new deal 10 years ago but won't do the same for Rafa Benitez now

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United backed Joe Kinnear and Alan Pardew - but leave themselves wide open to critics for not handing Rafa Benitez new deal
  
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• Grandad who suffered cardiac arrest after 10-mile bike ride speaks of road to recovery

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin Oxberry, 60, has made a speedy recovery thanks to quick-thinking paramedics
  
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• 'Ghost of a monk' reportedly spotted enjoying a dance in Newcastle club where The Krays visited - and it wasn't a one-off

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The spooky historic revelation has come to light just ahead of Halloween
  
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• Disabled people in Newcastle £300 a month worse off under Universal Credit

  26-10-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Report by Citizens Advice says the shortfall is caused by a flaw in the design of the new benefits system
  
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• Police investigating 'violent disorder' in the Dog and Parrot want to speak to these three men

  26-10-2018 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police have already spoken to some of those they believe to be involved but still need to identify these three men
  
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• Little Mix announce an EXTRA Newcastle date for their new LM5 tour

  26-10-2018 18:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans will be delighted to hear about the promise of more 'glory days' from the pop favourites who, after rave reviews with home crowds this summer, will be returning now with a third 2019 date
  
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• Nudo Box family to open new Asian restaurant in Newcastle's Eldon Square

  26-10-2018 17:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Umai Mi will be a Pan Asian restaurant and cocktail bar, with owners saying it will be "unlike anything you can get here"
  
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• 'Proper bar room brawl' breaks out during Fox and Hounds pub quiz

  26-10-2018 17:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Witnesses claims there was a 'wild scrap' although police say they were called over spat in the toilets
  
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• STEM in Business and Education: School projects ignite interest in STEM

  26-10-2018 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead College has teamed up with local schools to show pupils the value of pursuing a career in science and engineering
  
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• When will Fenwick's Christmas window be revealed? Here's the 2018 date for your diaries

  26-10-2018 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In news guaranteed to bring early festive cheer, Newcastle's flagship store has announced when it will unveil this year's Christmas window
  
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• STEM takes centre stage at Newcastle Preparatory School

  26-10-2018 17:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  High Quality Teaching and LearningNPS is proud to offer high quality teaching and learning experiences across all STEM subjects, with specialist subject teachers in science, technology/engineering, computing and mathematics. Children have the opportunity to use our well-equipped science lab on a regular basis, as well as our computer suite and art room. Teachers collaborate on a regular basis to provide children with the opportunity to work on integrated STEM projects outside of these key curric
  
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• Boxer Dec Spelman - who Scott Westgarth fought days before dying - opens up about a tragedy that rocked the sport

  26-10-2018 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scott Westgarth, from Northumberland, died two days after beating Dec Spelman in February
  
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• Mystery Euromillions winner from Newcastle scoops more than £125,000 with lucky dip

  26-10-2018 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One player's life was changed for good when his online ticket matched the numbers in the Euromilliions draw last week
  
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• The heartwarming reason these inspirational women are tackling a charity trek in India

  26-10-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ladies from the North East have set off for an experience of a lifetime with a goal of changing the lives of disabled children in the region
  
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• Southend United scout report: Form, danger men, tactics and more on Sunderland's opponents

  26-10-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We take a closer look at Sunderland's next League One opponents Southend United ahead of the clash at the Stadium of Light
  
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• Newcastle MP Chi Onwurah piles pressure on Mike Ashley with calls for Government inquiry into Sports Direct

  26-10-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The MP has issued a series of questions to the Government as she continues battle with Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley
  
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• 'How many times must this happen?' - Fury as ANOTHER roof collapses on Gateshead housing estate

  26-10-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This is the third time a roof has collapsed on the Gateshead housing estate - and residents are NOT happy
  
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• How well do you know cats? Take our fiendish feline quiz to find out

  26-10-2018 16:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  To celebrate National Black Cat Day on October 27 we've set our very own cat quiz!
  
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• Newcastle punter's mammoth £300,000 win on a £6.20 bet remains unclaimed

  26-10-2018 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The gambler placed the £6.20 bet at the Coral branch in Throckley
  
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• 'The good thing is he is around and coming to games' - Rafa Benitez on Mike Ashley

  26-10-2018 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez has spoken about chatting with Mike Ashley after the defeat to Brighton
  
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• Michael Turner looking forward to Sunderland return, but Southend defender hoping to crash the party

  26-10-2018 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Michaal Turner is happy to see Sunderland looking on the up again, but is hoping to temporarily halt the party when current side Southend visit
  
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• The Big Trick or Treat event is back at Eldon Square and Metrocentre this weekend

  26-10-2018 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Find out what extras are in store this year as the intu shopping centres in Newcastle and Gateshead invite children to come trick-or-treating
  
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• Asda consulting on "2,500 job losses", reports say

  26-10-2018 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Supermarket giant is considering changes to many of its operations, with thousands of jobs set to go
  
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• 'I am really pleased with my strikers' - Rafa Benitez on Salomon Rondon return and Mitrovic claims

  26-10-2018 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez has responded to Aleksandar Mitrovic's interview about his time at Newcastle - but prefers to focus on his own strikers
  
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• What did this 91-year-old have to say that made her such a hit on BBC Breakfast?

  26-10-2018 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Find out how Edith Eger warmed viewers' hearts and left a big smile on the face of presenters Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty
  
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• 'Grim Reaper' spotted on Tyneside ahead of Halloween - waiting for the Metro

  26-10-2018 15:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Grim Reaper was pictured waiting on the platform at Hebburn Metro station on Friday morning
  
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• Spectacular designs show how 'outdated' Newcastle office could look as redevelopment plans get green light

  26-10-2018 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plans to turn Cuthbert House in Newcastle city centre into 311 flats have been approved
  
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• Newcastle hospitals reveal new measures to help EU staff after Brexit

  26-10-2018 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Move in response to the Home Office plans to provide health workers with new rights to gain status to remain in UK
  
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• Newcastle aparthotel Aerial House marks new lease of life for former Tyne Tees TV site

  26-10-2018 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Developers Lugano are the team behind the aparthotel which cost £2.5m to regenerate and is run by Dream Apartments
  
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• 10 best places to see a ghost in the North East this Halloween

  26-10-2018 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A round-up of places most likely to yield a spooky sighting for any intrepid ghost hunters among you this Halloween
  
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• Newcastle handed huge boost with Salomon Rondon BACK for Southampton trip

  26-10-2018 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Salomon Rondon has returned to training and should feature against Southampton, according to Rafa Benitez
  
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• TONIGHT: Could you win millions as Powerball jackpot hits £575 million?

  26-10-2018 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Is it your lucky day?
  
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• Stability and honesty - Jack Ross explains the reasons behind Sunderland's defensive improvement

  26-10-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A bit of stability has gone a long way for the Black Cats, as a settled back four has kept consecutive clean sheets - but there is more to it than that
  
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• Revealed: It costs £63,000 a year to keep a prisoner at HMP Frankland - more than a night in a luxury hotel

  26-10-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This is what it costs to keep the likes of the Yorkshire Ripper Peter Sutcliffe and Soham murderer Ian Huntley behind bars at 'Monster Mansion'
  
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