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• Facelift for North Tyneside shopping hub is set to finish at the end of the month

  21-03-2019 22:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Forest Hall Public Realm Improvement Scheme, is almost complete, with road resurfacing the only outstanding work to be done
  
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• Controversial plans to move Durham bus stop are thrown out

  21-03-2019 22:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Plans to move a bus stop in Durham City have been thrown out by county councillors over concerns about congestion and pollution
  
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• Theresa May's speech prompted death threats and abuse, say MPs

  21-03-2019 20:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Members of Parliament say they have received horrendous abuse in the aftermath of Theresa May's Brexit announcement last night
  
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• Northern Powerhouse Minister claims 'machinery' of government is sabotaging Brexit

  21-03-2019 20:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jake Berry says 'no-deal' wouldn't be a disaster because 'people of the North are braver than many of the politicians and civil servants in Whitehall'
  
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• Fears hostel's 24-hour booze bid will cause rise in hate crimes for nearby mosque

  21-03-2019 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The Newcastle Backpackers hotel in Elswick Road wants a licence to sell booze, but has encountered opposition from hundreds of nearby residents and Muslim community leaders
  
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• Stack in bid to extend booze licence amid fire and overcrowding fears

  21-03-2019 19:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The popular social hub in Pilgrim Street wants to reconfigure its restaurant-style upstairs offering so that patrons can drink alcohol in that section of the venue without having to order food
  
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• How you can help young girls who are missing school due to period poverty in Gateshead

  21-03-2019 19:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Gateshead Council has signed up to support The Red Box Project - helping ensure no girl misses school because of their period
  
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• Leaders in the north: HS2 is vital for our growth | Letters

  21-03-2019 18:52
  Northern council leaders say that HS2 will add billions to their economies and create half a million jobs; while Steve Rotheram, metro mayor of Liverpool, says it will be a game-changer for his city and regionHS2 is a once-in-two-century chance to rebalance the UK economy. It isn’t just about creating links to London. There are over 25 stops from Scotland to the south-east. It increases desperately needed capacity on existing lines, creating more space for extra commuter trains. It takes l
  
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• Gateshead firm that sells tea in Selfridges opens first shop in the town

  21-03-2019 18:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Tom Webb founded Estate Tea Co while he was studying at Northumbria University
  
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• Newcastle Loves awards - nominate your choice for best Live Music venue

  21-03-2019 18:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first Newcastle Loves awards will take place in May and we need your nominations for best live music venue
  
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• Jordan Pickford breaks his silence on his nightmare day at St James' Park on England duty

  21-03-2019 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Jordan Pickford admits he had a bad day at Newcastle United as Gareth Southgate confirms he'll start v Czech Republic
  
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• Sunderland duo can only watch on as Scotland humbled by Kazakhstan

  21-03-2019 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jon McLaughlin and Lewis Morgan were at least blameless in Astana Arena
  
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• Heartbroken Newcastle family of Steven Fairbairn pay tribute after his life support machine was turned off in Texas

  21-03-2019 18:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steven, 25, of Denton Burn, Newcastle, died after a accident at the Rednecks with Paychecks Off-road event in Texas
  
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• Meet the first nine finalists in the running to be Miss Newcastle 2019

  21-03-2019 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The final of Miss Newcastle 2019 will take place at The County Hotel in June
  
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• Liverpool defender set for exit, Chelsea starlet linked with German move, Coutinho switch to UK played down

  21-03-2019 18:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Premier League transfer rumours and gossip round-up
  
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• Sunderland AFC news and transfers LIVE - Wembley injury latest; international duty update

  21-03-2019 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  All the latest Sunderland prepare for their Checkatrade Trophy Final against Portsmouth
  
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• Cervical screening: DIY smear test could be 'game-changer'

  21-03-2019 17:59 via bbc.co.uk
  Women who miss cervical screening appointments will be given home-testing kits in a pilot scheme.
  
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• Sunderland school Redby Academy has SATs results annulled

  21-03-2019 17:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Redby Academy says it is carrying out an independent investigation into what may have gone wrong.
  
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• Watch staggering thief smash his way into Newcastle restaurant and walk out with till

  21-03-2019 17:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police officers are probing the break-in at Canaca, on Saville Row, in Newcastle city centre
  
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• When's the earliest Newcastle United can secure top-flight safety, and kick off Rafa Benitez talks?

  21-03-2019 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafael Benitez's side are within touching distance of retaining their Premier League spot
  
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• These are bleak times (and they're probably going to get bleaker)

  21-03-2019 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Journal business editor Graeme Whitfield surveys the world of Brexit and beyond...and wishes he hadn't
  
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• Cameron Bancroft: Durham name Australian as captain after return from ban

  21-03-2019 17:32 via bbc.co.uk
  Durham appoint Australian opener Cameron Bancroft as captain for the County Championship and One-Day Cup in 2019.
  
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• Get a first look at the massive High School Musical party coming to Newcastle

  21-03-2019 17:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Get your Wildcats gear on as a High School Musical club night is coming to Newcastle this weekend
  
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• Rafa Benitez on Mo Diame's complex contract situation and the battle for places in midfield

  21-03-2019 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United manager won't let Diame's future influence his thinking in the last seven matches
  
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• 13 of the North's fastest growing tech firms call the North East home

  21-03-2019 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Northern Tech Top 100 lists honours firms that have consistently grown over the last three years
  
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• Watch hundreds of guillemots taking flight over the Farne Islands - in slow motion

  21-03-2019 17:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The skipper of Serenity II captured the mesmerising footage off the coast of Northumberland
  
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• More than one million people have signed a petition urging the Government to cancel Brexit

  21-03-2019 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Petition comes as businesses and trade unions plead with Theresa May to think again
  
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• Misunderstood, miles away from Llambias but masterful: Dissecting Rafa Benitez's transfer policy

  21-03-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United may have to go down a different route if Rafa Benitez stays
  
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• 32 teams to compete in Newcastle for the 2019 British Quidditch Cup

  21-03-2019 16:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's free to go and watch the tournament, which is being held in High Heaton next month
  
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• Why you should never let your child sit in the front seat of the car - as parents are given reminder

  21-03-2019 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Advice from the Department for Transport is that 'generally, children are safer restrained in the rear seats'
  
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• Bird's Eye launch Rainbow mini waffles and they'll soon be on sale at Iceland

  21-03-2019 16:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A childhood staple for many, Bird's Eye potato waffles have had a rainbow makeover
  
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• Councillors delay decision on plans for new homes in Cramlington

  21-03-2019 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The scheme was recommended for approval, but members unanimously agreed to go on a site visit, largely due to concerns over the access
  
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• Rafa Benitez down to last 52 days of his Newcastle contract - why the international break is a golden chance to tie him down

  21-03-2019 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Real Madird boss is back on the training field but surely the next two weeks are a chance to secure his services for Newcastle United
  
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• Bedlington residents 'disappointed' after town centre redevelopment plans stall

  21-03-2019 16:20 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  The town-centre overhaul stalled earlier this year due to issues with the anchor tenant
  
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• National Lottery Set for Life results LIVE: Winning numbers for Thursday March 21

  21-03-2019 16:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Set for Life offers a top prize of a staggering £10,000 dropped into a winner's bank account every month for 30 years.
  
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• National Lottery Set For Life: What is it, when is the draw, what are the prizes and how do I win?

  21-03-2019 16:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Set For Life, the new Lotto draw, offers a range of prizes for National Lottery players - including a very attractive top prize
  
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• Sunday lunch at The Royal George near Peterlee runs out of steam in dessert debacle

  21-03-2019 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eddy Eats sampled a delicious main course during his review at The Royal George in Old Shotton, County Durham
  
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• A Reggae party cruise is setting sail on the River Tyne with a BBQ and cocktails

  21-03-2019 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Reggae cruise on the River Tyne will bring some Caribbean vibes to Newcastle
  
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• 'I couldn't compete' - Sir John Hall defends his decision to sell Newcastle United to Mike Ashley

  21-03-2019 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Sir John Hall sold Newcastle United to Mike Ashley in 2007 - but does he regret his decision to do so?
  
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• Di Meo's will be handing out free ice creams in Newcastle on Friday

  21-03-2019 15:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Popular Whitley Bay firm DiMeo will be in Newcastle city centre on Friday offering free ice creams
  
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• The key positions up for grabs in Sunderland's Checkatrade Trophy final side

  21-03-2019 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Ross has some big decisions to make ahead of the Wembley clash with Portsmouth
  
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• Work to turn Bigg Market toilets into trendy wine bar to begin next week

  21-03-2019 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  It is expected the new wine bar will be opened by the end of the year
  
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• Cheap East Coast train service to boost County Durham factory

  21-03-2019 15:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  New trains due to operate on East Coast Main Line will be partly built at Hitachi Rail's plant in Newton Aycliffe
  
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• Work starts on £125m scheme to cut congestion on A19 Testo’s roundabout in South Tyneside

  21-03-2019 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As part of the Highways England programme, the A19 will be raised above the existing Testo’s roundabout and new slip roads will be built to connect the junction to the A184
  
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• EFL announce changes to significantly change the summer transfer window

  21-03-2019 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Football League is set to follow the Premier League’s transfer window approach
  
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• Clever thinking: See how this digger was rescued from the water at Amble

  21-03-2019 15:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Onlooker Alan Sinclair captured the rescue when a driver of a dredger used its long arm to rescue a trapped digger from the water
  
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• Why Jack Ross hasn't given up on the League One title for Sunderland

  21-03-2019 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats boss knows how difficult League One is
  
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• Homeowner left 'shaken' after front door, window and car damaged in wrecking spree

  21-03-2019 14:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses after the property in South Shields was targeted
  
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• Newcastle United linked Germany under-18 midfielder dubbed 'the new Mesut Ozil'

  21-03-2019 14:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle United continue to be linked with talented youngsters and Germany under-18 star the latest on the radar
  
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• It's now easier for South Tyneside's poorest families to get emergency cash

  21-03-2019 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Council leaders in South Tyneside have approved changes which could make it easier for the borough's poorest families to apply for emergency financial aid
  
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