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• Rafa Benitez sees the 'potential' in Newcastle United, and hopes potential buyers can too

  08-12-2018 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez believes that the club has massive potential and can understand why it would be attractive to a buyer
  
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• Former gangster Paul Ferris reveals all about special bond with Sayers brothers in prison

  08-12-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reformed criminal Paul Ferris is reunited with former jail mate Stephen Sayers during a trip to Newcastle
  
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• Josh Kelly's 'pride is damaged' after illness forces him out of David Avanesyan fight

  08-12-2018 21:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Josh Kelly was forced to pull out of the fight after taking ill with a bad virus overnight ahead of the scheduled bout in Sheffield
  
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• Woman 'pulled from car' while waiting at traffic lights in alleged Washington carjacking

  08-12-2018 21:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police say a woman was injured in the alleged robbery just minutes after a similar incident - two men have been arrested
  
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• Accrington Stanley 1-1 Sunderland player ratings: Read James Hunter's match marks

  08-12-2018 20:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's game at Accrington Stanley was abandoned due to the weather, but how did the players rate in the 70 minutes we saw
  
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• Newcastle United fans are adamant this is the top priority for any potential new owner

  08-12-2018 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With Mike Ashely revealing takeover talks with interested parties are progressing, we asked you what you wanted from any new owner
  
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• Referee Oliver Langford got it right by giving Sunderland's game a chance before calling it quits

  08-12-2018 19:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Even before the Black Cats arrived at the ground their match was in doubt, but referee Oliver Langford tried his best to play for as long as possible
  
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• Referee explains his decision to abandon Sunderland's game at Accrington Stanley

  08-12-2018 19:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland's game at Accrington Stanley was abandoned by referee Oliver Langford with heavy rain leaving the pitch unsafe
  
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• Gateshead 2-0 Bromley

  08-12-2018 19:07 via bbc.co.uk
  Gateshead stay in the National League play-off places with a home victory over Bromley.
  
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• Wolves boss has a warning to his player over Newcastle United threat

  08-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle host Wolverhampton Wanderers at St James' Park, but visiting boss Nuno Espirito Santo is expecting a tough clash
  
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• Test your Geordie knowledge with this North East citizenship test

  08-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This Geordie citizenship quiz will put your knowledge of the history, landmarks and folklore of the North East to the test
  
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• Shoppers seen scrambling to buy gifts in the North East as Christmas fast approaches

  08-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The coming weeks are among the busiest for high street retailers - and will provide relief after a tough year in the sector - but the worst is yet to come for stressed shoppers
  
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• Girl, 6, bravely battles brain tumour after being given 50/50 chance of survival

  08-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lyla, of County Durham, was diagnosed with a brain tumour aged three and she has now won a Chronicle Champion Child Of Courage Award after sharing her journey
  
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• Accrington A-A Sunderland

  08-12-2018 18:48 via bbc.co.uk
  Heavy rain and an unplayable pitch forces Accrington Stanley's home game with Sunderland to be abandoned on 75 minutes.
  
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• Jack Ross reacts to Sunderland's game at Accrington Stanley being abandoned

  08-12-2018 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland manager Jack Ross said heavy rain risked turning the game at the Crown Ground into a 'farce', and backed the referee's decision
  
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• LOTTO results: What are the winning National Lottery numbers? Updates on Saturday's draw

  08-12-2018 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball are below along with the Lotto Millionaire Raffle code - live breaking updates below
  
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• LOTTO results: Saturday's £7.5m National Lottery and Thunderball numbers

  08-12-2018 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball are below along with the Lotto Millionaire Raffle code - live breaking updates below
  
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• LOTTO results: Saturday's lottery numbers for £7.5m draw and Thunderball

  08-12-2018 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball are below along with the Lotto Millionaire Raffle code - live breaking updates below
  
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• Accrington Stanley vs Sunderland: 5 talking points as League One game is abandoned

  08-12-2018 18:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Chris Maguire was in his element, but by the end the weather was only good for ducks, leaving little choice but to call off Accrington v Sunderland
  
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• Accrington Stanley 1-1 Sunderland report: Match abandoned due to heavy rain

  08-12-2018 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland and Accrington Stanley must meet again at the Crown Ground after their game was abandoned less than 20 minutes from time
  
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• How loved ones of Adam Forster are creating a lasting legacy after he died from a brain tumour

  08-12-2018 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The family of Adam Forster, who died from a brain tumour in 2014, will host the fifth annual Santa Bike Run in Consett next weekend to raise money for Brain Tumour Research
  
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• GiffGaff, Tesco Mobile, Lycamobile and Sky Mobile compensation details after O2 crash

  08-12-2018 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Various networks use O2's cables, so were affected by the carrier's server going down
  
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• Salomon Rondon reveals Rafa Benitez's meticulous methods ahead of clash with Wolves

  08-12-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  United players have spent time watching videos of Wolves to expose their weaknesses this weekend
  
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• Did you see the double rainbow over the North East today? How they're formed and what they mean

  08-12-2018 16:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's been a cold, windy and grey Saturday in the North East, but there was one weather treat before the sunset - and they are said to be a good sign
  
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• Ram-raiders leave trail of destruction after using dumper truck to steal cash machine

  08-12-2018 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are looking for the thieves who drove a dumper truck into a McColl's shop in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea before making off with the cash machine
  
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• Newcastle United vs Wolves - Lee Ryder's prediction and charity bet ahead of crunch clash

  08-12-2018 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies host newly-promoted Wolves at St James' Park, looking to improve their home record so far this season
  
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• Newcastle United still searching for the 'ideal' left-back to bring in and offer competition to Paul Dummett

  08-12-2018 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United Rafa Benitez admits that the search is under-way for new left-back but he is still yet to find the right candidate
  
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• 'Facebook fly-tipper' fined after charging people to remove rubbish

  08-12-2018 15:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Keith Thornton arranged to collect waste for £60 via Facebook
  
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• Treat your pet for Christmas with Aldi's special offers on toys, food and more for dogs and cats

  08-12-2018 15:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This week, Aldi is stocking a range of present ideas for your pets, with Christmas themed toys, food and accessories
  
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• 'Nearly as embarrassing as playing Accrington Stanley' - Newcastle fans react to Checkatrade Trophy draw

  08-12-2018 14:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies' Under-21 side will take on Sunderland at the Stadium of Light in early January
  
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• Is social media bad for your mental health? These latest figures suggest it is

  08-12-2018 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It is the first time the NHS has revealed the figures for hypochondria as a separate mental health illness
  
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• 'Lose-lose situation' - Sunderland fans react to Checkatrade derby with Newcastle U21s

  08-12-2018 14:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Most Sunderland are not too excited about the prospect of playing rivals Newcastle United's U21s in the Checkatrade Trophy last 16
  
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• Robin Armstrong has MONTHS to regain Facebook following - or faces getting 'normal job'

  08-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Geordie comic's world collapsed after Facebook deleted his page - and almost one million followers went with it
  
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• Rafa Benitez says now isn't the time to talk about loan move for Freddie Woodman - despite Leeds' recent interest

  08-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Freddie Woodman in line for place on the bench against Wolverhampton Wanderers this weekend
  
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• Newcastle Under-21s to face Sunderland in Checkatrade Trophy - full details

  08-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  There will be a Tyne-Wear derby this season as Sunderland will host Newcastle Under-21s in the Checkatrade Trophy in January
  
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• Dad tells of heartbreak after finding out son had cancer - six years after wife died from disease

  08-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steve Liddle, of Whitley Bay, lost his wife Kerrie to breast cancer in 2012 - now his son Olly, 13, is battling the disease and had to have his leg amputated
  
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• Dean Richards: Newcastle boss 'expected common sense to prevail' in rejected player request

  08-12-2018 13:44 via bbc.co.uk
  Newcastle boss Dean Richards accuses the EPCR of disregarding player welfare in his side's 31-13 Champions Cup defeat.
  
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• White Christmas in Newcastle? Odds slashed on it happening for first time in eight years

  08-12-2018 12:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you're dreaming of a white Christmas, you could be in luck as odds have slashed across the country
  
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• Is it safe to travel to Paris? UK Government updates advice for tourists heading to France

  08-12-2018 12:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Eiffel Tower is shut and shops on the Champs Elysees are boarded up as Paris prepares for another weekend of demonstrations and protests
  
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• Accrington Stanley vs Sunderland LIVE: Team news and match action as Black Cats march on

  08-12-2018 12:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland head to the North West as League One action returns with a trip to face Accrington Stanley
  
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• Accrington Stanley 0-0 Sunderland LIVE: Black Cats looking for quick start

  08-12-2018 12:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland head to the North West as League One action returns with a trip to face Accrington Stanley
  
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• Sex attacker who beat up and raped woman is branded an 'animal' by his victim

  08-12-2018 12:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adrian Geca subjected his victim to a humiliating and degrading attack in her own home, inflicting injuries before raping her
  
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• Why Newcastle United must look to Brighton and Huddersfield to change their St James' Park form

  08-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle must beat Wolves this Sunday - and they've been shown how to do it
  
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• This mum-of-two is making wine - in the middle of a Gateshead industrial estate

  08-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Oxford graduate Elise Lane ditched her job in London to move back home - and she's putting her science skills to very good use
  
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• Superdry to unveil falling profits amid weather woes and a boardroom bust-up

  08-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Founder Julian Dunkerton is plotting a return to the business, having left in March after 15 years
  
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• See inside former Joplings store which has been turned into luxury student flats

  08-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Developer Jaspia Ltd say the legacy of the store was at the heart of the renovation, with iconic features retained during the renovation of the building
  
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• Rafa Benitez says overseas managers have improved English football - and hails Nuno Espírito Santo's work

  08-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez says that overseas managers have gave English fans a football education in the last two decades
  
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• 'He made her smile again': Loved ones tell of anguish after couple found dead in Walker home

  08-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Messages of shock and support have flooded in after the couple were found dead together at Walker home
  
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• Morpeth Whalton Unit move sparks concern

  08-12-2018 11:50 via bbc.co.uk
  The health trust says it is a temporary measure aimed at tacking winter staffing issues.
  
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• Two in hospital after car crashed into fence and overturned outside Walker social club

  08-12-2018 11:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police and paramedics were called to the scene near the Jubilee Club in Walker after a serious two-vehicle crash
  
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