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• Sunderland's League Cup date confirmed, as is move for striker who never fulfilled promise

  26-06-2019 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The date for the Black Cats' latest trip to the Crown Ground has been confirmed, while Aldershot Town have completed the signing of a striker they released this summer
  
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• Newcastle Airport open new 'premium' valet car park - and it is NOT cheap

  26-06-2019 21:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The airport's new 'Premium Meet and Greet' car park includes concierges in uniform - but costs almost £100 for two weeks in the summer
  
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• Newcastle United takeover and transfer news RECAP: Four-man managerial shortlist including Gerrard - reports

  26-06-2019 20:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Utd are on the lookout for a new manager after it was confirmed Rafa Benitez will leave when his contract is up on June 30.
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning numbers for Wednesday's £12.4m Lotto and Thunderball

  26-06-2019 20:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball for Wednesday June 26 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Changes made to bike races since spectator death

  26-06-2019 20:34 via bbc.co.uk
  Judith Garrett was watching partner Peter Walton in the event when she was fatally injured.
  
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• Brutal thugs took video of victim lying in pool of blood then left him for dead in Boxing Day attack

  26-06-2019 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Victim Christopher MacGillivray had multiple injuries and had to be put in an induced coma following the attack by Jack Miles and Connor Olsen in Fellling
  
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• Joey Barton responds to Newcastle United managerial speculation linking him with job

  26-06-2019 20:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United are searching for a new manager ahead of next season
  
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• Shotgun seized from man who claimed he collected police memorabilia

  26-06-2019 20:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police also seized a fake Metropolitan Police warrant card holder from the 48-year-old man in Houghton-le-Spring
  
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• Kinky Boots at Sunderland Empire proves a stomping first-night success as it kicks off a two-week run

  26-06-2019 20:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We review the hit musical - inspired by the 2005 film - which is running at Sunderland Empire until July 6
  
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• Sam Fender pulls out of Glastonbury two days before his headline appearance at world-famous festival

  26-06-2019 20:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie star says he is 'absolutely gutted' at the decision and here's why he's had to make it
  
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• 'Give us our human rights': People with learning disabilities protest in wake of Whorlton Hall abuse

  26-06-2019 19:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People with learning disabilities and autism, their friends, families and supporters gathered at Grey's Monument in Newcastle city centre to demand an end to inpatient units
  
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• The boardroom quirk that makes Newcastle United's managerial search unique

  26-06-2019 19:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fairly unique in the Premier League in that they have no sporting or technical director
  
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• Groping vicar found guilty: Reverend's reputation in tatters over sex attack on man during flight

  26-06-2019 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rev Peter McConnell has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a stranger on a transatlantic flight after downing wine and making sleazy comments
  
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• Alan Shearer and Ant and Dec send good luck messages to Alan Robson as Night Owls draws to a close

  26-06-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The award-winning radio host will broadcast his last Night Owls episode on Metro Radio and TFM on Thursday
  
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• Stunning new photos of new Gateshead Quayside Arena unveiled

  26-06-2019 18:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The impressive new arena will sit between the Sage Gateshead and the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art
  
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• Manhunt for arson suspect who set himself on fire trying to torch family home in South Shields

  26-06-2019 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police found CCTV footage of a suspicious man at the address who is then seen running away from the scene engulfed in flames
  
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• Longhorsley vicar Peter McConnell guilty of drunken plane grope

  26-06-2019 18:17 via bbc.co.uk
  The Reverend Peter McConnell rubbed the man's groin on a flight from Philadelphia to Heathrow.
  
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• More than 11kg of Class A and B drugs seized by Northumbria Police since start of the year

  26-06-2019 17:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police have seized more 11kg of cocaine and amphetamines through pre-planned raids since January
  
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• Sunderland's boys of summer: What happened to the youngsters given their chance last pre-season?

  26-06-2019 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As always in pre-season, the Black Cats handed a number of youngsters the chance to impress, some have thrived, others have fallen by the wayside
  
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• Arrest warrant issued for man accused of stealing bus and crashing into posts in South Shields

  26-06-2019 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shane Youll was due to appear at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court but when he did not turn up a warrant was issued for his arrest
  
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• Screams, fire and blood: Meadow Well reacts to the 'evil' attack on a helpless taxi driver

  26-06-2019 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Blood remains on the scene after an armed gang leave a 28-year-old taxi driver with a fractured skull
  
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• Sneak peek of Amazing Space at The Word reveals universal appeal of the new South Shields exhibition

  26-06-2019 17:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  See behind-the-scenes at The Word's big new show, blending science fiction and science fact, ahead of its weekend opening
  
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• 'We will come back when Mike Ashley is gone' - Wor Flags explain their reasons for stopping displays

  26-06-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fans group Wor Flags have spoken out about the decision to allow Rafa Benitez to leave the club
  
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• 'I feel it is time to step aside' - Veteran MP Ronnie Campbell to stand down at next election

  26-06-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The outspoken Blyth Valley MP describes himself as 'the yappy one' and few would disagree
  
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• 'An absolute disgrace' - Anger after St Oswald's Hospice charity shop in Forest Hall is broken into

  26-06-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The burglary took place at the store on Station Road North, in Forest Hall, North Tyneside, on Saturday night and police have launched an investigation
  
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• I took a trip on Newcastle's new 'Toon Tour' hop on, hop off sightseeing bus

  26-06-2019 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Yes, that's right, I've reviewed a double-decker sightseeing bus tour in my home town - and I learned a thing or two
  
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• Love Island first look sees Twitter reaction challenge deliver shocking results

  26-06-2019 15:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island's Twitter reaction challenge is bad news for some of the Islanders as viewers have their say
  
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• Next NUFC boss: Bookies reveal who punters have backed - with big bets going on TWO names

  26-06-2019 15:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One gambler put £200 on the unemployed manager to replace Rafa Benitez
  
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• Body of teenager discovered in woodland area of Sunderland

  26-06-2019 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 19-year-old's death is not being treated as suspicious and a report is being prepared for the coroner
  
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• Vicky Pattison slams 'internet culture of hate' after reading vile comments about Love Island stars

  26-06-2019 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Vicky Pattison has called out the 'internet culture of hate' after reading shocking comments about Love Island
  
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• Melanie Hartshorn has just THREE WEEKS to raise £70k for op after scans show her 'life is at risk'

  26-06-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The graduate who raised £160,000 for lifesaving surgery in Spain two years ago is now facing the same ordeal after her symptoms returned when an NHS hospital 'didn't follow instructions' during a knee operation
  
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• Man arrested after mass brawl involving 30 people outside B&Q store in Sunderland

  26-06-2019 13:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have launched an investigation and have arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of affray
  
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• What next for Newcastle United? The senior man whose influence will grow as embattled club plot 'new direction'

  26-06-2019 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle chiefs picking up the pieces after Rafa Benitez's dramatic exit at St James' Park
  
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• Madness setlist as group get ready to entertain Plate Day crowd at Newcastle Racecourse

  26-06-2019 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Madness will be the star attraction to round off Plate Day at Newcastle Racecourse on Saturday, June 29
  
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• France travel warning as 40C heatwave is set to hit Paris and other parts of Europe

  26-06-2019 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Authorities in France have issued an orange alert for intense heat and temporary fountains have been set up across Paris
  
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• Newcastle Racecourse dress code for Plate Day and are fancy dress costumes allowed?

  26-06-2019 13:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  On Saturday, June 29 it's Northumberland Plate Day at Newcastle Racecourse with a packed crowd expected
  
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• Man arrested on suspicion of modern slavery offences following raid at Wallsend nail bar

  26-06-2019 12:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two women, including a mother with a newborn baby, are being treated as potential victims of slavery
  
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• Northumberland Plate Day at Newcastle Racecourse: Timings, tickets and dress code for annual event

  26-06-2019 12:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Plate Day is a huge event for Newcastle Racecourse and the whole of the North East
  
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• Rafa Benitez leaves Newcastle - How pundits, players, journalist, celebrities and MPs reacted

  26-06-2019 12:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Benitez's departure sent shockwaves through the football world - here is how everybody reacted
  
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• Coal Town: Striking images of Ashington and its changing face over 40 years

  26-06-2019 12:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new photographic book, Coal Town by Mik Critchlow, charts the changing life and times of Ashington
  
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• What is Practical Completion and how does it affect you?

  26-06-2019 12:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Associate in the specialist Construction and Engineering team at law firm Sintons, Matthew Pexton explains what Practical Completion means and its implications
  
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• The most popular baby names in 2019 so far - with Love Island and Game of Thrones-inspired names rising

  26-06-2019 12:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One baby name website suggests recent series of the hit dating show might be behind the rise in popularity of certain names
  
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• Tyneside community's footballing history on display at South Shields Museum

  26-06-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The stories of clubs, fans and players from South Tyneside have helped form the basis of a new exhibition in South Shields, which opens this week
  
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• Newbiggin Hall mum cleared of attack on neighbour admits: 'I've not been off the loo with stress'

  26-06-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Karen Malia was accused of mowing her neighbour down after 'bad blood' boiled over on the Newcastle estate
  
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• For sale: Watch which marked a princess's gratitude to Northumberland doctor

  26-06-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  George Roddam, born in Slaley, cared for Princess Charlotte of Wales, daughter of the future George IV. A watch she gave him is up for auction
  
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• Dundee United make offer to Sunderland target Lawrence Shankland - and hope for quick decision

  26-06-2019 11:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dundee United have revealed they have made an offer to free agent centre-forward Lawrence Shankland, a player the Black Cats would also like to sign
  
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• Prices for the big rides at The Hoppings at the Town Moor this year

  26-06-2019 11:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Hoppings is back at the Town Moor in Newcastle for another year and there are loads of rides to try
  
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• easyJet flight from Newcastle to Malaga is diverted to Manchester in mid-air emergency

  26-06-2019 11:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Flight EZY28HM was forced to divert to Manchester due a female passenger needing urgent medical assistance
  
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• Taxi driver left with fractured skull after 'vicious assault' by three men in Meadow Well

  26-06-2019 11:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are hunting three men responsible for the attack in the early hours of Wednesday morning
  
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• Love Island's Casa Amor set for massive change this year that will stun the Islanders

  26-06-2019 11:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Casa Amor is always guaranteed to add to the drama on Love Island but this year it will be very different
  
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