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• How did Michael Jackson die? Leaving Neverland documentary airs on Channel 4

  06-03-2019 22:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Leaving Neverland, directed by Dan Reed, features accounts from two men who say they were groomed and abused as boys by the late pop-singer
  
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• The multi-million pound developments which could bring major investment to the North East

  06-03-2019 21:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Gateshead Quayside arena and the Whey Aye Wheel are among the developments which will go on display
  
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• 'I think I've killed someone' - murder accused Ethan Mountain's pal tells of late night confession

  06-03-2019 20:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ethan Mountain, who stabbed 62-year-old shop worker Joan Hoggett to death as she stacked shelves, went to his friend's home later that night covered in blood, court hears
  
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• DeAndre Yedlin joins Newcastle players' calls to sort Rafa Benitez's contract

  06-03-2019 19:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Utd player DeAndre Yedlin has joined Ayoze Perez in calling on club chiefs to sort Rafa Benitez's contract.
  
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• Watch as Countess of Wessex visits Sunderland to open £18m Beacon of Light complex

  06-03-2019 19:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Work to build the striking cube-shaped building, which will be illuminated at night, started in 2016
  
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• North of Tyne Combined Authority responds to criticism over awarding Manchester firm contract

  06-03-2019 18:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Twitter users spoke of their shock after a company from the North East was not awarded the contract
  
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• Shock as Northumberland village put on lockdown after police find 'hazardous substances'

  06-03-2019 18:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police and a bomb disposal unit have been dealing with an incident in the village of Glanton
  
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• Newcastle factory makes world-first white and milk chocolate combo

  06-03-2019 18:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nestlé is set to launch Milkybar Mix Ups, which are being made at its plant in Fawdon
  
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• Why a low-calorie diet can help put Type 2 diabetes into remission

  06-03-2019 18:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Professor Roy Taylor from Newcastle University said the findings 'pull down the curtain on the era of Type 2 diabetes as an inevitably progressive disease'
  
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• Newcastle announces Bloc Party and Frank Turner as headliners of new Wasteland festival

  06-03-2019 18:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  First top attractions are unveiled for music showcase set to make its July 12-14 debut at Spillers Wharf on the banks of the Tyne
  
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• Worried about your partner's past? How to find out if they have a history of abuse

  06-03-2019 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Victims, campaigners and police urging more women to use the potentially life-saving Clare's Law
  
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• Sunderland's Wembley-bound Will Grigg: I'll score no matter what and I love the big occasion

  06-03-2019 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Will Grigg is full of confidence in his ability to score goals and he loves big matches like the one the Black Cats have lined up on March 31
  
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• Newcastle could get 'hundreds of millions' from UK's biggest investment fund

  06-03-2019 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Legal & General wants to do more in Newcastle following investment into the city's Helix scheme
  
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• Plans for new Peterlee retail park including Lidl, KFC, Starbucks and Home Bargains approved

  06-03-2019 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Plans for a new retail park near Peterlee town centre which could house Lidl, KFC, Starbucks and Home Bargains have been approved by Durham County Council
  
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• Residents up in arms over plans for multi-million pound Ryton housing development

  06-03-2019 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Blaydon MP Liz Twist are among those who have objected to the proposals
  
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• Gateshead timber yard office could be pulled down to make space for more lorries

  06-03-2019 17:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  James Latham Timber wants to create more space at its Felling site for lorries to wait and unload
  
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• This guide showing what time to put your children to bed has sparked controversy

  06-03-2019 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The chart, which has been shared hundreds of times on social media, has proved controversial with suggestions of regimented bedtimes
  
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• Mo Diame in confident mood as Newcastle United eye fifth successive home victory

  06-03-2019 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Mo Diame is facing a fight for his position but insists everybody is focused on the same goal
  
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• Tickets for The Book of Mormon at Sunderland Empire go on sale today and here's how to get them

  06-03-2019 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tony Award-winning musical is heading to Sunderland this August
  
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• Newcastle's Northern Pride Festival announces family attractions including Drag Storytime

  06-03-2019 17:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  New addition to the 2019 Northern Pride Festival will include a second stage for Curious Arts to host family-friendly entertainment
  
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• Dick Malone and Micky Horswill hoping Wembley-bound Sunderland write them out of the record books

  06-03-2019 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Dick Malone and Micky Horswill were part of the last Sunderland team to win a trophy at Wembley in the FA Cup final in 1973
  
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• Current and former Sunderland players react as they make the Checkatrade Trophy final at Wembley

  06-03-2019 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A look at how current and ex-Sunderland players reacted after the win over Bristol Rovers in the EFL Trophy semi-final to book their place at Wembley
  
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• FIFA 19 Ultimate Team TOTW week 25 confirmed - Newcastle hero included alongside Van Dijk

  06-03-2019 17:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  EA Sports have revealed the week 25 FUT TOTW with players from Newcastle, Liverpool, Everton, Manchester United and Barcelona
  
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• Putting fans of Sunderland and Portsmouth at Wembley guarantees big game no matter the prize

  06-03-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Much as at Portsmouth, the Black Cats' huge fanbase has helped to make their club great again, and created a great showcase for the league
  
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• Michael Jackson 'Leaving Neverland' documentary: What time and channel is it on in the UK?

  06-03-2019 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The documentary produced by HBO and Channel 4 airs on UK television this week
  
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• New M&S Easter Eggs range include a £5 prosecco egg and a Ruby spectacular

  06-03-2019 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's what's available this Easter at Marks and Spencer where eggs start at £2; include a Unicorn and 'Proseggo' option and a Ruby belle of the ball
  
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• Revealed: The two escape clauses in Salomon Rondon's contract that Newcastle may face

  06-03-2019 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Newcastle number 9 is happy on Tyneside but United are yet to negotiate a fee for Salomon Rondon
  
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• Ghetto Golf's risque crazy golf and cocktails is coming to Newcastle

  06-03-2019 16:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The eye-popping crazy golf course is strictly for over 18s only and will also serve street food in its new home at Hoults Yard
  
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• Rio Ferdinand's defence of Mike Ashley one of the most complained about sports broadcasts in last five years

  06-03-2019 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  An investigation by the Reach date team has found more than 600 complaints to Ofcom about BT Sport and Sky Sports' coverage
  
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• Exposed: Gangland rivals on the other side of the Newcastle shooting plot feud

  06-03-2019 16:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Paul Scott, Steven Scott and Steven Melvin were previously jailed for possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence during a rift with Michael Conroy, Darren Appleby and others.
  
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• Sean Longstaff praised for mixing with fans at Northumberland Senior Cup clash with Morpeth

  06-03-2019 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United trio Sean Longstaff, Paul Dummett and Jonjo Shelvey have been praised by fans who spoke to them at the game
  
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• Fan reaction podcast - Tell me ma, We're not coming home for tea, We're going to Wembley

  06-03-2019 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Hear the reaction of Sunderland fans after their side beat Bristol Rovers to reach the Checkatrade Trophy final at Wembley
  
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• Why you'll see a lot more windfarms by the coast in the next decade

  06-03-2019 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Government signed a new deal with energy sector, and has pledged to increase the percentage of our power which comes from wind power
  
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• Sunderland's season ticket holders will get first refusal of Wembley cup final tickets

  06-03-2019 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland fans will be desperate to snap up a ticket for the Checkatrade Trophy final at Wembley where they will meet Portsmouth
  
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• Newcastle star Matt Ritchie believes he is a better player at left-wing-back

  06-03-2019 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Ritchie was asked to adopt the position earlier this season and although he admits he is learning on the job, he has excelled in his new role
  
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• Newcastle Lib Dems reveal how they would protect libraries and save tip from closure

  06-03-2019 15:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lib Dem councillors say their budget would save Brunswick tip from closing and stop some museums closing on Bank Holidays
  
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• Previous Wor Jackie Trophy winners: Where are these Newcastle United wonderkids now?

  06-03-2019 15:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Winners of the award have shown great potential but enjoyed varying degrees of success during their subsequent careers
  
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• 'The ovation I got was amazing' - Jonas Gutierrez on his return to action following cancer treatment

  06-03-2019 15:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Former Newcastle United midfielder Jonas Gutierrez has spoken about his battle against cancer - and his return to action
  
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• The on-field success and off-field struggles of Gateshead FC ahead of key fans meeting on Thursday

  06-03-2019 15:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  A transfer embargo, a squad stripped to the bare bones, a winding-up order and the emergence of a highly unpopular figure have left fans deeply frustrated despite sitting in the play-off places
  
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• Deliveroo creates Game of Thrones-inspired Easter egg and its price seems like a fantasy

  06-03-2019 14:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Delivery company is adding remarkably cheap chocolate dragon eggs to its menu to celebrate new Game of Thrones season
  
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• Sunderland health bosses reject bid for 1% GP practice funding uplift to support staff pay rises

  06-03-2019 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Health bosses have rejected a bid for an extra 1% pay uplift for GPs and practice staff in Sunderland
  
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• How Jonjo Shelvey could hold the key to Miguel Almiron's best form - says ex-Toon skipper Mick Martin

  06-03-2019 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The former United midfielder is confident that Miguel Almiron will shine in the last nine games if former Liverpool man returns to the side
  
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• Durham's Lanchester Group to use wine to heat new £20m building in Stanley

  06-03-2019 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The firm will cool sparkling wine and use heat from the process to warm its new factory in a world first
  
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• Two Sunderland league games rescheduled after Black Cats reach cup final

  06-03-2019 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sunderland's Wembley date has meant their league games against Burton Albion and Accrington Stanley have had to be moved
  
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• Newcastle United youngster Sean Longstaff visits specialist for update on knee injury

  06-03-2019 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Academy product waiting to learn how many games he will miss after suffering knee problem at West Ham
  
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• Peter Beardsley breaks his silence by issuing a statement after leaving Newcastle United

  06-03-2019 14:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The legendary Toon player has left St James' Park after a long investigation behind the scenes
  
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• Northumberland firm Avid Technology secures £7m to boost production of electric car parts

  06-03-2019 14:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The firm will use the cash to develop battery systems, power electronics, and motors
  
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• More than 800 Newcastle homes left without power due to underground cable fault

  06-03-2019 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Homes in the West End of Newcastle have been left without electricity since Wednesday morning, Northern Powergrid says
  
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• World Book Day 2019: Send us a photo of your child's costume from Newcastle and the North East

  06-03-2019 13:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Send in a photo of your child's World Book Day costume to appear in our gallery
  
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• Joining Newcastle United 'was the best decision of my life' says Jonás Gutiérrez

  06-03-2019 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jonás Gutiérrez is fondly remembered on Tyneside, and has spoken about his early days at Newcastle United
  
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