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• Love Island's Malin Andersson talks of grief over death of fellow contestant Sophie Gradon

  03-03-2019 23:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The grief-striken reality television star speaks out after losing her four-old-old baby daughter Consy and friend Sophie
  
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• Traffic on North East roads is getting slower - here are the worst routes

  03-03-2019 23:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Department for Transport data shows traffic on the region's road is slowing down, and in Newcastle cars go at just 19mph on average
  
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• Monday morning Metro disruption: No trains between North Shields and Monkseaton as weekend bridge works in Whitley Bay over-run

  03-03-2019 21:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Monday will see a replacement bus service for commuters using Tynemouth, Cullercoats and Whitley Bay stations until around 11am
  
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• Man due in court over alleged bomb hoax in Newcastle's West End

  03-03-2019 21:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Abdul Wahab Berhanu Ibrahim from Gateshead has been charged with communicating false information about a bomb hoax and threats to kill
  
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• If Mike Ashley is about to take Newcastle off the market, this is how he must end the uncertainty

  03-03-2019 19:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United succumbed to a disappointing 2-0 defeat at West Ham United, but more concerning are developments off the field at St James' Park
  
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• 'It was like a scene from a horror film': Bottle stabbing victim tells how he saved his own life

  03-03-2019 19:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Hands had to recall his armed force's first aid training as he feared he would bleed to death after Nicola Mooney plunged a broken bottle into his shoulder
  
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• The effect funding cuts are having on North East schools - in the words of head teachers

  03-03-2019 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Head teachers in Gateshead are so worried about school budgets they've forced a debate in Parliament about education funding, which will take place on Monday
  
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• Recalled winger Lewis Morgan 'really focused' on keeping his place in Sunderland's starting XI

  03-03-2019 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Black Cats winger Lewis Morgan says he was determined to prove he belongs in the starting line-up, and he made a strong case on Saturday
  
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• Sunderland fans are only interested in one takeover - at the top of League One

  03-03-2019 17:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's win against Plymouth Argyle kept the pressure on in the promotion race, and broke a 55-year-old club record
  
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• Tears for Fears to play huge open air Durham County Cricket Club gig

  03-03-2019 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Tickets go on sale on Friday for the band's show on Saturday, July 27
  
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• Lewis Morgan says he had 'no idea' promotion rivals Barnsley won before taking to the pitch

  03-03-2019 16:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lewis Morgan has a fair bit of experience of chasing titles, and he says he did not know how Sunderland's rivals had fared until after their game
  
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• Man caught walking streets with five-inch knife claimed: 'My sister doesn't have much cutlery'

  03-03-2019 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 25-year-old was initially arrested because he looked like someone suspected of carrying out another crime
  
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• Nightclubs add walk-through metal detectors to check for knives following Connor Brown's death

  03-03-2019 16:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Illusions says the safety measure will 'pay for itself' if it saves just one life, after 18-year-old Connor died from a stab wound a week ago
  
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• Victor Anichebe: Josh Maja's talent was obvious - it's Sunderland's own fault they lost him in January

  03-03-2019 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former striker Victor Anichebe says the Black Cats should have tied Josh Maja down to a new contract before he broke into the first team
  
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• Listen to the heartbreaking song young musician wrote for his dad after he died

  03-03-2019 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Robinson, 20, of Newcastle, wrote ‘29th of October’ after his dad David died of cancer in the Royal Victoria Infirmary
  
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• Jack Ross: Players making it easier, not harder, to pick from Sunderland's embarrassment of riches

  03-03-2019 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Black Cats manager Jack Ross says the form his players are showing is making it easier for him to pick a team - and the proof is in his settled side
  
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• Mo Diame explains his position at Newcastle United - and insists club's top brass know his intentions

  03-03-2019 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The retired Senegal midfielder loves life at Newcastle but is eyeing a longer deal than the one-year extension on offer
  
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• The top 10 worst places for underage drinking have been revealed - and five are in the North East

  03-03-2019 16:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East alcohol awareness charity Balance fears that shows like Geordie Shore aren't helping the situation
  
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• Newcastle United sale: What next as latest round of takeover talk hits the buffers

  03-03-2019 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The United faithful are frustrated by Ashley's on-off stance on selling the club as talk increases he can't find a buyer
  
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• Cancer survivor Kian Musgrove rushed to New York after health scare

  03-03-2019 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Brave Kian's family had to travel to the US for lifesaving treatment after he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma
  
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• Fears Battle of Neville's Cross remains could be unearthed if relief road goes ahead

  03-03-2019 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham County Council said a battlefield expert was consulted over the proposed relief road that'll link the B6302 near Stonebridge to the A691 at Sniperley
  
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• Why Plymouth victory shows Sunderland are on to something good again

  03-03-2019 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland have found something that works again after a slow start to 2019, they must be careful not to jeopardise is at Bristol Rovers
  
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• 'It looked like we were scared' - Plymouth boss' verdict on Sunderland defeat

  03-03-2019 14:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory over Plymouth Argyle
  
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• Charlie Methven: 'Is there an American or Chinese group about to take over Sunderland? No.'

  03-03-2019 14:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Black Cats executive director Charlie Methven has dismissed reports that the club is on the verge of being taken over but they are looking for investment
  
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• Watch Sunderland nightclub Illusions fall silent before a sing-a-long tribute to Connor Brown

  03-03-2019 14:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Connor, 18, died a week ago, after an alleged stabbing while he was on a night out in Sunderland City Centre
  
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• Let's write off another capital collapse and concentrate on recovery

  03-03-2019 14:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United had a day to forget at West Ham as they pressed the self destruct button
  
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• Shock after man suffered 'multiple head injuries' in Wallsend assault

  03-03-2019 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A man was taken to hospital with head injuries after being attacked in Wallsend on Saturday night
  
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• Newcastle's away form has nosedived as their home form has improved: here's why Rafa's unconcerned

  03-03-2019 13:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United side have failed to win away from home since mid-December, but their St James' Park form has improved during that time
  
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• Was Declan Rice's finger-to-mouth celebration aimed at England rival Sean Longstaff? Noble explains

  03-03-2019 13:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff and West Ham United's Declan Rice were both watched by England assistant manager Steve Holland on Saturday
  
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• Disgraced ex-Durham Constabulary officer quits over failure to investigate crimes 'professionally'

  03-03-2019 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Th shamed detective constable quit ahead of a hearing where a raft of misconduct claims were found against him
  
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• Could Jonjo Shelvey return for Newcastle against Everton? Rafa Benitez on midfielder's situation

  03-03-2019 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey's most-recent first-team appearance came two months ago and he played for the Under-23s on Friday
  
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• Isaac Hayden issues warning to Newcastle team-mates - as he names two West Ham 'difference-makers'

  03-03-2019 13:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United slipped to a 2-0 defeat against West Ham United at the London Stadium in the Premier League on Saturday
  
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• Daydreaming Newcastle United must learn from West Ham defeat and quickly move on

  03-03-2019 13:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies were poor at the London Stadium but have a chance to redeem themselves against Everton
  
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• The shocking number of Universal Credit claimants who have had payments stopped or cut by DWP

  03-03-2019 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Critics of the controversial benefit system say that sanctions are casting the most vulnerable people into 'destitution'
  
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• Lewis Morgan stakes his claim as Sunderland's best XI solidifies

  03-03-2019 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Black Cats winger Lewis Morgan has been a frustrated bystander since his stirring debut at home to Wimbledon but has pushed his case
  
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• 'Diana' is the bookies' favourite name choice for Prince Harry and Meghan's baby

  03-03-2019 13:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paddy Power and William Hill say the Royal Baby name is a popular betting market, if the punters are right we could be getting a new Princess Diana
  
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• Hammer horror: Thug threatened to attack family who were enjoying Sunday stroll

  03-03-2019 13:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dean Blemmings left the family terrified after he threatened them in Fenham
  
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• Player ratings: Morgan and McGeady shine as Sunderland keep up pressure

  03-03-2019 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  How James Hunter rated the Sunderland players in Saturday's 2-0 win at the Stadium of Light against Plymouth Argyle
  
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• Watch the moving moment Sunderland fans erupt in applause in tribute to Connor Brown

  03-03-2019 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 18-year-old Sunderland AFC fan was allegedly murdered in the city centre following a night out last week
  
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• Sean Longstaff faces scan after knee injury at West Ham

  03-03-2019 12:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder will be assessed in the coming days
  
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• Newcastle United have lost more games in London than anybody in the Premier League

  03-03-2019 12:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's London travel sickness still a big issue for Rafa Benitez
  
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• Theresa May confirms child burial costs WILL be scrapped later this year

  03-03-2019 11:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The decision is a triumph for MP Carolyn Harris who has been fighting for change after losing her own son aged just eight
  
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• Storm Freya to batter UK with 80mph winds as Met Office issues 'danger to life' warning

  03-03-2019 11:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A yellow warning for wind is in place for most of England on Sunday and the Met Office warns of possible danger to life
  
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• 'It's disgusting': Angry mum slams portion size of children's meal at restaurant

  03-03-2019 11:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bosses at the Gatsby in Sunderland admitted the dish should never have been served - and invited the family back for lunch
  
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• Five Trophies and a Funeral - the building and rebuilding of Durham in soundbites

  03-03-2019 10:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Five Trophies and a Funeral
  tells the story of the building and rebuilding of Durham County Cricket Club. Here are some of the key quotes
  
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• Drunk man who carried out sex act on sun lounger while clutching bottle of vodka is fined

  03-03-2019 10:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A horrified parent spotted Phillip Leach carrying out the sex act in his garden and called the police
  
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• Sunderland AFC winners and losers: A number of players impress but where is Jack Baldwin?

  03-03-2019 10:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  We assess who the winners and the losers at Sunderland AFC were as they continued their winning run against Plymouth
  
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• A plea for Ashley to sell Newcastle, two bandaged Magpies, and three formations: moments you missed

  03-03-2019 10:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United slipped to a 2-0 defeat against West Ham United at the London Stadium - and there were plenty of notable incidents during the game
  
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• ISIS bride Shamima Begum's Dutch husband wants them to live in Netherlands

  03-03-2019 09:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shamima Begum, who said she wants to return to the UK, has been stripped of her British citizenship.
  
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• Burning Men: Road movie evokes 'atmospheric landscapes'

  03-03-2019 01:17 via bbc.co.uk
  A director used locations along the east coast of England to create "outstanding cinematography".
  
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