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• 'Today was an eye opener' - Vicky Pattison volunteers at Newcastle foodbank

  28-11-2018 22:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison paid a visit to Newcastle's West End Foodbank on Wednesday
  
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• Newcastle United recruitment chief Steve Nickson set to head Stateside for Miguel Almiron talks

  28-11-2018 22:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies are keen to sign MLS star Miguel Almiron but face competition from Premier League rivals
  
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• 'Very few' Northern trains on Saturdays in December

  28-11-2018 22:20 via bbc.co.uk
  The long-running dispute was about passenger safety and service, says the union.
  
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• Heartache as second tragic death hits stab victim Samantha Madgin's family

  28-11-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Samantha's brother Lee Madgin died after a foot operation at the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle
  
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• Power supply failure causes travel chaos for trains heading in and out of Newcastle Central Station

  28-11-2018 21:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A power supply failure has caused a host of cancellations and delays at Newcastle Central Station
  
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• Police make morning arrest in connection with alleged Benwell knife incident

  28-11-2018 20:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A taxi driver was allegedly chased by a knifeman in Benwell
  
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• Sunderland's victory over Barnsley reinforces the brilliant impact Jack Ross has had

  28-11-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland picked up a vital 4-2 victory over League One promotion rivals Barnsley on Tuesday, highlighting just how much things have changed on Wearside
  
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• Peter Kenyon's takeover interest, Miguel Almiron and will Ashley back Rafa in January: Newcastle Q&A

  28-11-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United are performing well on the pitch, but long-term issues remained unresolved at St James' Park
  
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• Traces of poo found on every McDonald's touchscreen tested in newspaper investigation

  28-11-2018 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Metro newspaper carried out the investigation on McDonald's restaurants in London and Birmingham
  
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• Tyne and Wear MPs unite to condemn fire service cuts

  28-11-2018 19:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Home Office Ministers told they'll get the blame if cuts lead to injury or death
  
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• Watch as 'Tyneside's finest' MOONS bus driver after he tells her to get off

  28-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The woman was kicking off with another Stagecoach passenger and asking questions about her 'gadgie'
  
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• Rafa Benitez discusses Newcastle's 'extra Premier League point' - and why it could prove crucial

  28-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After a woeful start to the season, Newcastle United have recorded three straight wins - and Rafa Benitez's side appear defensively solid
  
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• Jack Ross has impressed a former Sunderland favourite during his first six months

  28-11-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Ross has overseen a huge overhaul at Sunderland in his first six months and Darren Holloway is impressed with what he's seen so far
  
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• Durham's 'Free after Three' parking this December promises a boost for shoppers and business

  28-11-2018 18:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham County Council introduces free after 3pm use of off-street car parks and on-street spaces in December - plus free after 10am on December 1
  
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• What Alan Pardew is up to now - and why it's good news for a former Newcastle player

  28-11-2018 18:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Ex-Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew has not been in football since he left West Brom - but that appears to have changed in the last few weeks
  
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• Hyperdrive Innovation secures £6.7m investment to fuel international growth

  28-11-2018 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The battery pack manufacturer's tech has been used to power JCB excavators
  
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• Newcastle bar Jalou launches new Christmas Cocktails and they look amazing

  28-11-2018 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jalou is in the Christmas spirit quite literally with a whole range of festive cocktails to sip on while you wait for Santa
  
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• Lascelles or Schar? Shelvey or Ki? Pick your Newcastle United team for West Ham

  28-11-2018 18:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United have selection issues as they take on West Ham on Saturday
  
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• Damon Albarn in Cullercoats: Fans scramble for extra tickets at social club gig

  28-11-2018 17:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boss of social club claims the first of two gigs at her venue was a success
  
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• Works starts on multimillion-pound revamp for Northumberland 'party house'

  28-11-2018 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Seaton Delaval Hall scheme is being led by Historic Property Renovation, which is also working on the Bigg Market revamp
  
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• Five injured Newcastle United players train ahead of West Ham - but Paul Dummett's a doubt

  28-11-2018 17:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez has been handed a welcome boost as five injured Newcastle United players returned to first-team training on Wednesday
  
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• Tyneside Cinema to host a special screenings of It's A Wonderful Life featuring a choir

  28-11-2018 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christmas classic It's A Wonderful Life is being given a special screening at Tyneside Cinema
  
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• See the moment neighbours from hell get warned they could lose their homes

  28-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Homes linked to crime and anti-social behaviour get early morning visits from North Tyneside Council and Northumbria Police
  
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• North East MP backs employee ownership schemes saying they offer 'reward and incentive'

  28-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The proposal is one of a number of ideas designed to help firms win the loyalty and commitment of their workers
  
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• Jack Ross on Duncan Watmore's comeback and why Sunderland must not expect too much, too soon

  28-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland will soon have Duncan Watmore available again but after virtually two years out injured, it will take him time to get up to full speed
  
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• 'I'm not taking this - I'm a Geordie': Student chases London mugger after machete attack

  28-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ross Leonard now lives in East London - but he's never forgotten his North East roots, and they came back to him during a terrifying attack
  
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• Companies should give staff 'UNLIMITED holidays and free shares' to boost commitment

  28-11-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The radical policy would make workers more committed to their employer, says Hexham MP Guy Opperman
  
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• Brexit forecast: North East will be poorer after Brexit, official Government forecasts warn

  28-11-2018 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East will be poorer under Theresa May's deal than if we stayed in the EU, but a no-deal Brexit would be even worse
  
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• Netflix to bring Roald Dahl stories to life on screen in an exclusive deal

  28-11-2018 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlie, Willy Wonka, Matilda and The BFG are among the popular characters set to be 're-imagined' in animated Netflix series
  
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• Smoker reveals genius way his twin has helped him quit cigarettes for good

  28-11-2018 15:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Journalist Simon, 36, tells how he's managed to ditch cigarettes with a little help from his brother Chris and Hold My Light
  
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• Health bosses promise of no 'Iron Curtain' for patients accessing care under new plans

  28-11-2018 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Health bosses working on a new model for organising care providers have promised patients won't face an 'Iron Curtain' preventing them crossing boundaries to access care
  
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• eBay is selling Grinch costumes for Christmas and they're set to be very popular

  28-11-2018 15:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christmas is here but if you know anyone who acts like The Grinch at this time of year, there's a costume for them
  
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• EXIT Newcastle to launch festive escape game - Can You Save Christmas?

  28-11-2018 15:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  City centre visitor attraction EXIT Newcastle is launching a Christmas themed escape game for all the family
  
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• Caught red-handed - the callous burglar who ransacked a cafe set up to help new mums and babies

  28-11-2018 14:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The raid by teenager Joshua Sullivan left volunteers and customers at Tots Tea Rooms in Wallsend devastated
  
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• Jordan Pickford unveils Christmas tree with girlfriend Megan Davison and the decorations are huge!

  28-11-2018 14:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  England keeper Jordan Pickford and his girlfriend have got their Christmas tree up already and it's rather striking
  
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• First picture of tragic student Emma Guilbert killed in Fenham alleged hit and run

  28-11-2018 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle University psychology undergraduate died in hospital on Monday evening - investigations continue
  
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• Gateshead's By The River Brew Co drinks up Michelin Guide praise

  28-11-2018 14:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In nod to the quayside container set-up, The Michelin Guide says 'there’s never been a better time to cross over to the Gateshead side of the Tyne'
  
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• Mum shocked at finding needle on a Newcastle Metro while travelling with her two kids

  28-11-2018 14:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danielle Alderson was taking her baby daughter on her first ever Metro trip when she noticed the needle on a seat, before it was disposed of by staff           
  
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• Food store plans for former Shiney Row Community Library given the go ahead

  28-11-2018 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Earlier this year, proposals were submitted for the ex-Shiney Row Community Library, which closed for good in 2017.
  
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• Sunderland's victory against Barnsley felt like a watershed moment in their promotion quest

  28-11-2018 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland survived a wobble to win against promotion rivals Barnsley at the Stadium of Light, consolidating their place in the top two
  
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• Gary Lineker reveals how Match of the Day running order is compiled - and the fans that complain the most

  28-11-2018 14:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Match of the Day running order IS influenced by host Gary Lineker, as the England legend admits is his excellent new podcast
  
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• New strategy to help tackle £57.4m cost of alcohol issues in South Tyneside

  28-11-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council has published a refreshed strategy 'Getting the Measure Right'
  
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• First look at how the new cashless Tyne Tunnel system will work

  28-11-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ANPR will eventually be the only system in the tunnel as cash payments and electronic tags are phased out.
  
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• Durham's calling! The town hall opens its doors and explores its own history

  28-11-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham's historic town hall is opening its doors and granting access to the public - free of charge.
  
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• Ciaran Clark's Burnley display 'delighted' Rafa - but Newcastle defender could still be dropped

  28-11-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United defender Ciaran Clark impressed during his first start in two months, captaining the Magpies and scoring the winner at Burnley
  
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• UK weather LIVE: Storm Diana hits UK with 'danger to life' Met Office warnings

  28-11-2018 13:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Spells of heavy rain and strong winds are expected as Storm Diana arrives in the UK and severe weather warnings are in place
  
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• Newcastle's Victoria Tunnel and Bigg Market toilets are among hidden gems offering free tours this December

  28-11-2018 13:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Find out which city sites are offering one-off opening days this December during NE1's festive 24 Doors Of Christmas event
  
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• Gateshead's Christmas Tyne village to have family igloo pods showing festive films

  28-11-2018 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Christmas Tyne will open in Gateshead very soon and you can now book up to watch festive classics in family pods
  
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• Gap Group to create 70 jobs in Gateshead as three recycling projects near completion

  28-11-2018 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The recycling firm has invested in a fridge recycling plant, a plastic recycling facility, and an anaerobic digestion plant
  
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• Automotive sector warns of 'catastrophic' no-deal Brexit for North East

  28-11-2018 13:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Three-quarters of UK automotive firms have warned that a no-deal Brexit will threaten their future viability
  
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