Newcastle news

• Jack Ross refusing to make plans for another Sunderland penalty shoot-out against Portsmouth

  15-05-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With the tie about as delicately poised as it could be, the Black Cats' play-off semi-final against Pompey could yet be decided by spot kicks
  
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• Cool heads needed, but Jack Ross has no fears about Sunderland rising to the Portsmouth bait

  15-05-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Everything is set up for an exciting but tempestuous play-off semi-final second leg, but manager Jack Ross has no concerns about his side being caught up in it
  
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• Newcastle United news and transfers RECAP: Benitez and club bosses 'positive' ahead of crunch talks

  15-05-2019 23:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Utd manager Rafa Benitez is into the final few weeks of his contract at the club and has spoken about Isaac Hayden's future.
  
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• Dad accused of raping and trying to murder stranger tells court: 'She wanted rough sex'

  15-05-2019 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darran Read, of Sunderland, denies attempted murder, wounding with intent, rape and false imprisonment and is standing trial at Newcastle Crown Court
  
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• Driver had lucky escape after car overturned in Alnwick crash

  15-05-2019 21:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police, paramedics and three fire engines were called to the two-vehicle crash on the A1068 in the Northumberland town
  
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• Ex-England youth footballer breaks down in tears as he recalls night he killed man on A1

  15-05-2019 20:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Matthew Crook, of Blyth, denies causing the death by dangerous driving of Barry Carmon on the A1 in Northumberland
  
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• Lotto results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday May 15

  15-05-2019 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball for Wednesday, May 15 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• County Championship: Riki Wessels hits century as Worcestershire lead Durham

  15-05-2019 19:53 via bbc.co.uk
  Riki Wessels hits a second ton in three games and Josh Dell makes a maiden half-century as Worcestershire lead Durham.
  
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• Newcastle United flop Kenedy returns to Chelsea with the Blues set to offer him out for cut price fee

  15-05-2019 19:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United signed loan man Kenedy from Chelsea - but he failed to fly and now looks set to have to find a new club
  
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• Newcastle's new Everyman Cinema to host Bank Holiday event with preview screening and freebies

  15-05-2019 19:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Customers can bag free tickets for their BBF at May's Booksmart film screening as well as free cocktails
  
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• 'We were so close': Grieving brother on loss of Manchester Arena terror attack victim Philip Tron

  15-05-2019 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Philip Tron, from Gateshead, and Courtney Boyle were both killed in the terror attack at the Manchester Arena in May 2017
  
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• See the eerie scenes inside the derelict General Hospital which closed almost 10 years ago

  15-05-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The hospital closed its doors in 2010 but equipment, TVs and furniture still remain inside the disused building
  
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• MPs to investigate reality shows Jeremy Kyle and Love Island following tragic deaths

  15-05-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The inquiry by MPs including Sunderland's Julie Elliott follows the death of Steve Dymond, who appeared on the Jeremy Kyle show
  
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• Kenedy the villain, Rondon the hero and Longstaff's impact: Our writer's end of season Newcastle awards

  15-05-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United signed off the season in style but it was a campaign of ups and downs, here are our highlights of the 2018/19 season
  
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• Attack or defend your lead? Sunderland fans on how Jack Ross should approach second leg

  15-05-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland take a 1-0 lead to Fratton park for the play-off semi final second leg against Portsmouth
  
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• Transport Secretary Chris Grayling on plans to reopen Newcastle to Ashington rail line

  15-05-2019 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Grayling says local transport body Nexus can reopen passenger services on the Ashington and Blyth line
  
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• Newcastle bus bosses oppose city clean air zone charge

  15-05-2019 18:42 via bbc.co.uk
  They are warning it could lead to increased fares and some routes being cancelled.
  
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• Alleged murder victim found dead in Jarrow home named as Simon Bowman

  15-05-2019 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Bowman, 54, was found dead by emergency services at his home on Front Street and a murder investigation was launched
  
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• Coutinho's agent speaks out, Liverpool alter Hazard decision, truth about Lacazette to Barcelona rumours

  15-05-2019 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Football transfer news and rumours from around Europe
  
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• Check out the companies vying for the digital technology prize at the North East Business Awards

  15-05-2019 18:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Atlas Cloud, Nine Software and Cubic Transportation Systems each won sub-regional heats earlier this year
  
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• Plans revealed for £25m energy plant at former Lemington Power Station in Newcastle

  15-05-2019 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Scottish power group Stag Energy says the scheme forms an important part of transition to low carbon energy
  
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• The wide man Newcastle need to continue Rafael Benitez's wing revolution

  15-05-2019 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Analysing which Premier League attacker is the better option
  
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• Jarrow murder probe: Residents speak of shock after man's body is found in flat

  15-05-2019 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have arrested a man after the body of a 54-year-old man was found in a flat in High Street, Jarrow, South Tyneside
  
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• Your questions on possible clean air toll answered - with just days left to influence the outcome

  15-05-2019 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are two competing charge options that the councils will choose between in order to comply with a Government order
  
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• David de Gea hands Man Utd blow, Spurs could beat Liverpool to transfer, two clubs want Alexis Sanchez

  15-05-2019 17:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Transfer news and rumours from around the Premier League
  
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• Glanton fire: Teen who made explosives given referral order

  15-05-2019 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  The 17-year-old was apprehended at a house fire in Northumberland in March.
  
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• B&M is selling dog sun loungers and dog sun screen as temperatures climb

  15-05-2019 17:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Temperatures are soaring across the UK and B&M has a few things to help dogs stay safe in the sun
  
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• Metros suspended between Monument and Heworth after train breaks down at Gateshead Stadium

  15-05-2019 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are no trains running Monument and Heworth after a train broke down at Gateshead Stadium blocking the line
  
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• Metros resume between Monument and Heworth after train breaks down at Gateshead Stadium

  15-05-2019 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were no trains running Monument and Heworth after a train broke down at Gateshead Stadium blocking the line
  
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• Druridge Bay and Bradley opencast coal mines 'not needed'

  15-05-2019 17:26 via bbc.co.uk
  Friends Of The Earth says the government's own projections show the UK has enough coal already.
  
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• Doorstep scammer targeting elderly in Sunderland by asking to see bank statements

  15-05-2019 17:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating after a woman knocked on doors in the Redhouse and Downhill areas of Sunderland
  
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• Spanish City to host Soundfest contest to win final slot at Mouth of the Tyne Festival

  15-05-2019 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  This year's Mouth of the Tyne lineup is already huge but there's a final chance to be on it
  
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• See Dippy in Newcastle as giant dinosaur skeleton is assembled before going on display

  15-05-2019 17:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch skeleton cast of Dippy the Diplodocus taking shape at city museum ahead of its public debut this weekend
  
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• The Rafa/Ashley summit, Newcastle's managerial Plan B and Rondon: Full transcript of Mark Douglas' NUFC Q & A

  15-05-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have plenty of issues to sort out in the next few weeks, Mark Douglas answered reader questions
  
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• Ouseburn culture venue to host more 3am club nights despite fears it could disrupt students' exams

  15-05-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Not-for-profit company Cobalt Studios says the club nights will support other cultural events it holds
  
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• Big changes at South Tyneside Council after cabinet reshuffle

  15-05-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillor Tracey Dixon has been appointed deputy leader of the council after a cabinet reshuffle
  
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• Drill and case left on electric hob forces man and dog to flee house fire

  15-05-2019 16:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A neighbour rescued the occupant of the house and his dog from the fire on Stainton Grove, Sunderland
  
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• Man arrested following crash on the A1 which left woman hospitalised

  15-05-2019 16:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
  
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• Jewellery, signed boxing gloves and tools among haul of stolen goods seized from burglary gang

  15-05-2019 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are trying to reunite these stolen goods with their owners after they uncovered a prolific burglary ring in the North East
  
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