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• Bodyguard fans will be thrilled about planned Red Nose Day sketch: Here's what to expect

  04-03-2019 22:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alan Partridge, the cast of Four Weddings and a Funeral and stars of the BBC's Bodyguard are among those staring
  
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• Students refusing to use 'disgusting' toilets in 'dilapidated' schools due to funding 'black hole'

  04-03-2019 22:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Local school leaders started a petition which attracted over 100,000 signatures in just three months, earning a Parliamentary debate
  
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• Stationery shop Paperchase to close 'small number' of stores as part of restructuring

  04-03-2019 21:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The retailer has shops in Newcastle, Durham and the Metrocentre and could close some stores later this year
  
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• Why a group of apprentices walked on top of the Sage Gateshead this week

  04-03-2019 21:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Creative apprentices have been walking over the Sage Gateshead in celebration of National Apprenticeship Week
  
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• 'Two more wins before Rafa entertains contract talk': The national 'paper view of NUFC

  04-03-2019 21:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United's defeat to West Ham scrutinised by the national newspapers
  
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• Fight to save 'vital' Brunswick tip from closure triggers council debate

  04-03-2019 21:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Environmental campaigns fear the potential closure could have huge ramifications for waste reduction and recycling
  
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• Two men charged with attempted murder after gun allegedly fired at white van in Kingston Park

  04-03-2019 20:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Police have arrested 11 people as part of their investigation into the alleged shooting and have now charged two men
  
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• A1 south closed for almost an hour after lorry and car crash near Kingston Park

  04-03-2019 20:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A woman was taken to hospital after the rush hour crash on the southbound carriageway
  
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• Another Brexit-blasting billboard has popped up in the North East

  04-03-2019 19:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A pro-EU group claims its posters are "highlighting hypocrisy" of politicians and public figures on the subject of Brexit
  
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• Sunderland fans deserve a Wembley trip after recent dark times, says Jack Ross

  04-03-2019 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland face Bristol Rovers tonight with a place in the Checkatrade Trophy final awaiting the winners
  
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• Stationary shop Paperchase to close 'small number' of stores as part of restructuring

  04-03-2019 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The retailer has shops in Newcastle, Durham and the Metrocentre and could close some stores later this year
  
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• Prestigious cycling race Tour of Britain could return to the North East

  04-03-2019 19:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North of Tyne leaders have been urged to put together a bid for a stage of the Tour over the coming weeks
  
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• Can Sunderland move a step closer to a league and cup double tonight?

  04-03-2019 18:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland can book their place in a Wembley final this evening, and Jack Ross believes they can also still finish top of League One
  
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• Newcastle Man v Pancake challenge invites the hungry to step up to the plate

  04-03-2019 18:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Are you up to the 20-stack challenge at Jesmond's Spy Bar this Pancake Day? If so, find out what you'll win
  
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• Lewis Morgan says the Football League Trophy is a target, not a distraction, for Sunderland

  04-03-2019 18:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A Checkatrade Trophy semi-final is something for the Black Cats to enjoy, rather than a distraction from their promotion bid, says Lewis Morgan
  
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• Where is Antonio Barreca? What's happening with Newcastle's loan signing - and when he could feature

  04-03-2019 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United signed Antonio Barreca on a half-season loan deal from Monaco during the January window, but he has barely featured since
  
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• Bristol Rovers vs Sunderland team selector - Should Ross stay loyal to Checkatrade regulars?

  04-03-2019 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Have your say and use our interactive team selector tool to pick the Sunderland team you would start in the game against Bristol Rovers
  
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• Police want to speak to this woman about a handbag theft from McDonald's

  04-03-2019 18:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  An image has been released by police of a woman they want to speak to about the theft which happened in December
  
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• Sunderland's The Greatest Showman sing-along is set for action - with a workshop to help you prepare

  04-03-2019 18:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A pre-screening workshop can ensure you're in fine voice for Sunderland Empire's sing-along (and dance-along) to the hit Hugh Jackman musical
  
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• Sunderland sign up first shirt sleeve sponsor for Checkatrade Trophy semi-final

  04-03-2019 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's Checkatrade Trophy semi-final against Bristol Rovers will see the Black Cats wear a sleeve sponsor in the cup for the first time
  
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• How lack of cash for road repairs is putting motorists, cyclists and pedestrians in danger

  04-03-2019 17:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councils are responsible for maintaining local roads but admit some roads in the North East are unsafe
  
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• Robbin Ruiter not guaranteed his place, Jack Ross warns as he ponders semi-final selection

  04-03-2019 17:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Goalkeeper Robbin Ruiter has played every minute in the Football League Trophy to date, but Jack Ross says it is possible that could change
  
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• Manager Jack Ross has a ghost to bury if he can lead his Sunderland side to a Wembley final

  04-03-2019 17:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Black Cats manager Jack Ross has bad memories of his last trip to Wembley, so victory over Bristol Rovers would give him chance to put it right
  
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• League One and League Two transfer rumours: Sunderland yet to decide on Chelsea talent, Burton eyeing another deal

  04-03-2019 17:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest transfer rumours and gossip for Sky Bet League One and League Two.
  
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• Jack Ross on why Sunderland will field their strongest Checkatrade Trophy side yet

  04-03-2019 17:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland take on Bristol Rovers in the semi-final of the Checkatrade Trophy tomorrow, with a Wembley date with Portsmouth awaiting the winners
  
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• 'Lollipop lady' injured in collision with cyclist outside Seaham primary school

  04-03-2019 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The 'elderly' woman was treated by paramedics before being taken to Sunderland Royal hospital following the collision
  
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• The date that should be pencilled in for Rafa Benitez's critical contract talks to re-start

  04-03-2019 17:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United are heading towards safety after amassing 31 points so far, which will enable talks on Rafa Benitez's future to re-start
  
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• Prince Harry unveils memorial for British victims of Tunisia terror attacks

  04-03-2019 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Devoted grandmother Lisa Burbidge, ofWhickham
  ,Gateshead
  , was killed in an attack on the 10th anniversary of her husband's death
  
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• Leonardo da Vinci in Sunderland - how to get tickets to unique exhibition

  04-03-2019 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Rare exhibition of work by one of the world's greatest artists gets under way at Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens
  
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• Man accused of sparking Westgate Road bomb scare 'shouted allahu akbar' in mobile phone shop

  04-03-2019 17:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  60-year-old Abdul Wahab Berhanu Ibrahim, of Gateshead, has denied two charges
  
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• Sports coach who went blind FIVE days after her drink was spiked tells of terrifying ordeal

  04-03-2019 17:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emma Gilfoyle, of Witton Gilbert, is now campaigning for people who experience hate crime to report it to the police after youths targeted her
  
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• The UK's favourite pancake toppings revealed - and there is a clear favourite

  04-03-2019 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Taste buds differ around the country as Uber Eats reveal which region likes what on their beloved pancakes
  
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• Sunderland's North Korea fan club: Supporter aims to build fan base

  04-03-2019 16:55 via bbc.co.uk
  Tom Fowdy is setting up a North Korea branch of the Sunderland supporter's club, the first team to make such a move.
  
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• Jack and Bobby Charlton among mourners at England legend Gordon Banks' funeral

  04-03-2019 16:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Ashington-born brothers played alongside Gordon Banks in the 1966 World Cup final and were at his funeral in Stoke
  
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• How Miguel Almiron is facing an exhausting March programme after Paraguay call-up

  04-03-2019 16:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The playmaker must play twice in the space of four days in New Jersey then California
  
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• Mum who was beaten up by her violent ex-partner tells of years of torment after he was jailed

  04-03-2019 16:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Louise Miller, from Ryton, Gateshead, says she can start living her life again after her violent ex was jailed
  
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• Free pancakes in Newcastle and Gateshead this Pancake Day - and it's easy to claim your share

  04-03-2019 16:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Here's how to enjoy a free pancake on March 5 as Bella Italia restaurants launch a tasty one-day-only offer
  
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• North East college and port link up to provide offshore energy training

  04-03-2019 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle College is to work with Port of Blyth to increase opportunities in fast-growing area of the region's economy
  
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• Warnings over new technologies which are improving faster than human skills are

  04-03-2019 16:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yorkshire Bank's Group Business Banking Director gives his verdict on the biggest technology questions for small businesses in 2019
  
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• Council urged to stop spraying 'harmful' weed killer in Newcastle

  04-03-2019 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle City Council insist the products used are safe and European Chemicals Agency approved
  
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• 'Desperate' Theresa May attacked for offering 'Brexit bribe' to the North East

  04-03-2019 16:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The entire North East has been offered £105m - while Newcastle alone faces budget cuts of £327m
  
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• Paul Collingwood on not wanting to be a Durham cricketer, then more than making up for it

  04-03-2019 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Durham cricket legend Paul Collingwood admits inFive Trophies and a Funeral
  there was a time when he did not really want to play for his home county
  
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• New president for North East England Chamber of Commerce following John McCabe's mayoral bid

  04-03-2019 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Lesley Moody, who runs a digital firm on Teesside, will take over as interim president
  
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• Salomon Rondon believes Newcastle United's home form is the key to Premier League survival

  04-03-2019 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The number 9 is eyeing a strong response back on Tyneside after losing to West Ham United over the weekend
  
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• 11 winning EuroMillions tickets remain unclaimed ahead of Tuesday's £42m rollover draw

  04-03-2019 15:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  National Lottery bosses are urging newly-made millionaires from Friday's EuroMillions draw to check their tickets
  
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• Port of Tyne to cut admin roles as restructuring of haulage arm continues

  04-03-2019 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The port has also revealed it has secured a £60m lending facility to fund infrastructure projects
  
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• Witnesses sought after woman is allegedly head-butted in Newcastle city centre

  04-03-2019 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm but has since been released under investigation
  
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• How good is Joelinton? - Everything you need to know about the Hoffenheim hotshot linked with Newcastle

  04-03-2019 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Recent reports have linked Hoffenheim striker Joelinton with a move to Newcastle - But how good is he?
  
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• How Mo Diame is prioritising Newcastle's survival bid ahead of his own uncertain future

  04-03-2019 15:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United midfielder Mo Diame is into the final few months of his contract and needs to play games to automatically earn a new deal
  
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• Who has the easiest League One run-in? Sunderland's promotion rivals' fixtures rated

  04-03-2019 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The number teams in the top 10 the League One promotion-chasers still have the face
  
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