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• Pedestrian, 36, killed after being hit by car in County Durham

  23-12-2018 22:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 36-year-old man was struck by the vehicle travelling from Bournmoor towards Fencehouses on the A1052 at 2.15am on Sunday
  
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• Heartbreak as diving instructor dies in crash - weeks after landing dream job

  23-12-2018 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Loved ones of Daniel Wright are desperately trying to raise funds to bring his body back to Durham
  
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• Newcastle United are so bad at home now that a visit to the dentist is more entertaining

  23-12-2018 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies lacked any sort of creativity to break down one of the worst defenses in the country
  
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• Mo Diame believes Newcastle United CAN get a result at Liverpool on Boxing Day

  23-12-2018 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Toon midfielder has urged his side to stay focused against the high flying Reds
  
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• These 12 adorable dogs are desperate to find a new home this Christmas

  23-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The charity Dogs Trust has issued an appeal for anyone who is able to provide a dog a home this Christmas
  
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• Sunderland's defeat at Portsmouth exposed the deficiencies in Jack Ross' squad

  23-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Glenn Loovens' red card tipped the balance as Sunderland flunked their biggest test so far against league leaders Portsmouth at Fratton Park
  
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• Rafa Benitez puts Newcastle United's draw with Fulham firmly into context

  23-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies may not have beaten Fulham but can enjoy Christmas Day without being in the bottom three
  
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• 'It's time to talk': Grieving mum urges people battling depression to open up after son's death

  23-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Troubled Brendan Smail, of Elswick, Newcastle, suffered in silence with depression and jumped off the Tyne Bridge but now his mum is urging others to talk
  
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• 'It's the worst time of year' - the sad reality of Christmas on Universal Credit

  23-12-2018 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean Storey and Josh Davies have revealed how tough life can be at Christmas, and how difficult it can be to find a job in Newcastle
  
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• Premiership: Newcastle Falcons 17-20 Gloucester - Billy Twelvetrees kicks winning penalty

  23-12-2018 18:42 via bbc.co.uk
  Billy Twelvetrees kicks a late penalty to give Gloucester a 20-17 win at the Premiership's bottom club Newcastle.
  
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• Portsmouth 3-1 Sunderland analysis: Pompey expose the holes in Black Cats' defensive cover

  23-12-2018 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Forced to call upon their third- and fourth-choice central defenders in a key game at the top of League One, Sunderland were found wanting
  
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• Jingle tills: Shoppers flood North East high streets for last minute Christmas gifts

  23-12-2018 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Loved ones turned out in their droves in Newcastle city centre on the final weekend before Christmas to buy their final gifts
  
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• Is Liverpool vs Newcastle United on TV, who is in the teams and what time is kick off?

  23-12-2018 17:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Magpies travel to Anfield to take on Jurgen Klopp's table-topping Liverpool side on Boxing Day - here's how can you follow it live
  
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• Newcastle do need signings to solve creative crisis - but Rafa must look to make these changes, too

  23-12-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  With the January transfer window approaching, Newcastle United's need for signings is obvious - but some answers may lie within
  
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• Lockerbie bombing 30 years on: Anniversary marked with poignant 'walk for peace'

  23-12-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A rider on a white horse led the way on a peace walk where the Pan Am Flight 103 came down over Lockerbie on December 21, 1988
  
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• Duncan Watmore and Luke O'Nien provide some reassurance in Sunderland's disappointing defeat

  23-12-2018 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Duncan Watmore's fitness and the way Luke O'Nien took to the unfamiliar role of right-back were positives from the setback at Portsmouth
  
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• When's Beamish open this Christmas and New Year? Here's when to plan a visit

  23-12-2018 16:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  County Durham's open-air museum has all sorts of festive treats on offer and here's when you can visit over the next two weeks
  
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• Is Sunderland vs Bradford on TV, what time is kick off and who is in the teams?

  23-12-2018 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland host Bradford City at the Stadium of Light on Boxing Day - here's all you need to know
  
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• A69 crash: Man dies after collision between lorry and van

  23-12-2018 16:11 via bbc.co.uk
  A Mercedes HGV and a white Peugeot van collided near a farm in Northumberland in the early hours.
  
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• Mick McCarthy explains where he feels Newcastle can win points to pull clear of trouble

  23-12-2018 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Republic of Ireland manager was a guest on Sky Sports' Goals on Sunday and he offered his analysis of Newcastle's current situation
  
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• 8 sights and signs which show you're back in the North East for Christmas

  23-12-2018 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands face long journeys back to the native North East at Christmas, landmarks and changes along the way show them they're nearly back
  
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• Jack Ross shows his class to Sunderland supporters at a motorway service station

  23-12-2018 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  After yesterday's defeat to Portsmouth, Ross offered a classy touch to Sunderland fans heading back to the north east
  
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• Tragic Charlie Pope's dad urges young people to stay safe over festive period

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlie Pope, from Ponteland, Northumberland, died after falling into a canal on a night out with friends
  
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• Robbie Williams lyric video to be filmed in North East by local studio

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  J6 Films has produced a number of music videos for artists in the UK, US and Sweden
  
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• 'Rafa can say what he wants, it wasn't a penalty' - Fulham's Ranieri reflects on Newcastle draw

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United were held to a goalless draw at St James' Park by bottom-of-the-table Fulham in a dire game on Saturday
  
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• Rafa Benitez points to the direction of signing a winger in January after lack of quality in final third against Fulham

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  No shots on target against a team that hadn't kept a clean sheet since last season - Rafa Benitez tried to pick up the pieces in his post-game Press conference
  
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• Northumbrian Water Innovation Festival to return in 2019

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Event will return after for a third year and organisers say it will attract people from around the world
  
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• Moment stricken dog rescued from freezing Northumberland river to hit TV screens

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Poor Hardy had been submerged in the ice and was hanging on for about an hour when Inspector Jaqui Miller came to his rescue
  
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• Amazing drone footage shows how Whitley Bay has changed over the years

  23-12-2018 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The town has changed significantly over the last two years thanks to a major regeneration programme led by North Tyneside Council
  
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• Man dies after two vehicle crash on the A69 in Northumberland

  23-12-2018 13:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say they were called to reports of a two vehicle collison near East Wharmley Farm, east of Haydon Bridge, at around 1.43am
  
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• Sunday for Sammy DVD hits Top 3 of UK charts this Christmas as Geordie talent outshines music icons

  23-12-2018 13:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  DVD of star-studded Newcastle show shoots up official UK music video charts - with local performers set to benefit from sales success
  
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• Little Mix fans spark fall out rumours as Perrie Edwards ditches Jade Thirwall's birthday

  23-12-2018 12:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jade, who will turn 26 on Boxing Day, hosted a star-studded bash at swanky London club Patch - also raising cash for the LGBT Stonewall Charity
  
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• North East running events in 2019 - a New Year guide to annual runs you can start training for now

  23-12-2018 12:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's all you need to know about 2019's 5k and 10k races; family events and that all-imported Great North Run
  
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• Referee 'had no choice' over penalty - Portsmouth boss verdict on key Sunderland moment

  23-12-2018 12:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Portsmouth manager Kenny Jackett has had his say on the key moment in yesterday's rare defeat for Sunderland
  
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• Young girl taken to hospital with 'serious injury' after three car crash in Seaham

  23-12-2018 12:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police were called to reports of a three vehicle collision on The Avenue at around 8.45pm
  
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• Take a tour around the dog friendly pub of the North East with Ted the poodle

  23-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dog photographer Darren Hall, of Gosforth, has created this dog friendly pub guide with his best furry friend miniature poodle Ted
  
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• Newcastle fans boo at full-time, and Sunderland's defeat brings loudest cheer - moments you missed

  23-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United side laboured to a goalless draw against Fulham on Saturday in a dire game at St James' Park
  
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• Newcastle Cathedral is dedicated to St Nicholas: At Christmas, his story in 12 facts

  23-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Many of the legends connected to St Nicholas relate to him rescuing children or secret gift-giving
  
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• 'Arrogant' robber buys Armani tracksuit - the day after £12,000 Post Office raid

  23-12-2018 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Detectives have branded Stephen Robertson, from Arthur's Hill, 'stupid' for flashing the cash after lucrative smash and grab raid
  
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• South Shields actor Lee Shone is back in the spotlight at London film event

  23-12-2018 11:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former fighter is picked for a role at the prestigious London Critics’ Circle Film Awards as he continues to shine in his acting career
  
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• Indonesia tsunami: More than 160 killed by tidal wave caused by erupting volcano

  23-12-2018 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some 745 people have been reported injured and 30 missing when the tsunami hit on Saturday evening
  
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• As Newcastle United struggled for goals, Dwight Gayle was helping himself to a stunning hat-trick

  23-12-2018 10:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gayle impressing during loan spell at West Brom after leaving Newcastle in the summer
  
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• Can you refuse to work on Boxing Day? These are your legal rights

  23-12-2018 10:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scores of retail staff members have to work on December 26 and miss out on precious family time over the festive period
  
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• Evil murderer, callous drink driver and a jealous ex: Criminals jailed this week

  23-12-2018 09:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A round-up of some of the North East criminals who were brought to justice at Newcastle Crown Court this week
  
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• Christmas in Newcastle - catch up with Santa in his city centre bus at the Monument

  23-12-2018 09:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Santa bus and reindeer are part of the next stage of the city centre's festive programme in the run-up to Christmas
  
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• Paddy Ashdown: Tributes paid to ex-Liberal Democrat leader who died aged 77

  23-12-2018 09:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Liberal Democrat leader Paddy Ashdown has died at the age of 77 after a short illness, a party spokesperson has confirmed
  
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• Take a look inside this modern Gosforth home which boasts stunning glass ceiling

  23-12-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The modern family home in Gosforth, Newcastle, is listed on the market with estate agents Jan Forster
  
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• Blackett Street closures data 'inconclusive' - but council still wants to pedestrianise busy route permanently

  23-12-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new report suggests the data on the busy route is 'inconclusive'
  
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• Amble to get new tourist development including bunkhouse and holiday flats

  23-12-2018 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The proposals were first given the green light at a meeting in June
  
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• More than 174,000 elderly people in the North East threatened with losing free TV licence

  23-12-2018 06:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Everyone over 75 currently gets a free licence but the BBC says it can't afford it
  
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