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• Mum accused of abducting daughter and going on the run arrested after landing dinghy in Jersey

  05-07-2019 22:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lauren Etchells, who is originally from South Shields, was arrested along with her parents after landing a dinghy on the Channel Island of Jersey
  
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• Sean Longstaff should stay at Newcastle United and establish himself as a Premier League player

  05-07-2019 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I feel that a move to Manchester United for Sean Longstaff may come at the wrong time for the Geordie youngster
  
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• Intruder who raped a mum after getting into her home is jailed for 13 years

  05-07-2019 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reece Scott, of Sunderand, was coming up the stairs when his victim went to check on a noise in the middle of the night and he subjected her to a terrifying sex attack
  
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• Opening date looms for Tyne Pedestrian and Cyclist Tunnels as works draw to close

  05-07-2019 20:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After closing in May 2013 for restoration work, the project has faced several delays
  
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• Duncan Watmore hoping pre-season can be the catalyst to ending his Sunderland injury hell

  05-07-2019 20:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Duncan Watmore has had three seasons plagued by serious injuries, but is hoping the chance of a full pre-season will boost his chances of staying fit
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Friday's £66m jackpot

  05-07-2019 20:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions numbers and Thunderball for Friday July 5 are below - live breaking updates below
  
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• Racist yob will have his electronic tag removed - so he can jet off on holiday

  05-07-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Liam Perry, of Houghton-le-Spring, told a man he thought was Pakistani to 'go back to Africa'
  
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• Killingworth Road: Warning as reckless motorists continue to drive the WRONG WAY

  05-07-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A CCTV camera has repeatedly caught motorists illegally driving in the wrong direction
  
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• Decision date revealed for £100m Whey Aye wheel plans on Newcastle Quayside

  05-07-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The £100m project on the site of the former Spillers Flour Mill would transform the city's skyline
  
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• This perverted barber was snared by paedophile hunters when he turned up hoping to meet boy for sex

  05-07-2019 18:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steven Knox, of South Shields, arranged to meet what he thought was a 15-year-old on Grindr and also had indecent images of children
  
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• Does Sunderland's reported interest in Ross McCrorie suggest more summer departures?

  05-07-2019 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reports in Scotland say the Black Cats have tried and failed to sign a new central midfielder, so does that mean others are going to leave?
  
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• Jeremy Corbyn to speak at Durham Miners' Gala for fourth year since becoming Labour leader

  05-07-2019 17:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event's organisers announced on Friday that the opposition leader will be appearing before crowds at the 135th event on Saturday, July 13
  
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• Emergency services descend on Gosforth tower block after reports 'bulge' appeared on wall

  05-07-2019 17:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police, firefighters and structural engineers are at Montagu Court in Gosforth, which has been cordoned off
  
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• Newcastle United manager search: Lee Charnley returns to UK after series of European meetings

  05-07-2019 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies are searching for their next manager following Rafa Benitez's departure
  
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• Jeff Saunders itching to get back after long, hard and painful 18-month boxing absence

  05-07-2019 17:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jeff Saunders was on the verge of a British title shot when an abnormality with his brain scan put his career at risk
  
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• Thug jailed for 18 years after violent gang brought gun violence to Newcastle's streets

  05-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sean Ree has been imprisoned for his role in a violent gang feud - five other men were given lengthy jail terms last month
  
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• Nexus could be fined at least £1.5m if convicted over employee's death

  05-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Bell died in 2014 following an incident at South Gosforth depot
  
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• 'Newcastle find themselves in a vulnerable position': Where NUFC's managerial search stands

  05-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rafa Benitez left his position as Newcastle United manager last Sunday at midnight, and the Magpies are searching for his successor
  
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• Newbottle taxi booking office 'open for business' after council U-turn over noise fears

  05-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were fears that the taxi office could create 'unacceptable levels of disturbance' for residents in Sunderland
  
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• More Stadium of Light changes are on their way - but sale of ground's naming rights on hold for now

  05-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Safe standing, pitch-level away fans, more murals, banners, protective netting and Roker Park-style lattice work are all under consideration for Sunderland's home ground
  
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• Watch Poldark season 5 trailer teasing the last ever episodes of BBC1 drama

  05-07-2019 16:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Aidan Turner will smoulder under his tricorn hat on a Cornish clifftop for the last time
  
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• Police investigating after jet skis reported as 'speeding towards' dolphins in the Tyne

  05-07-2019 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A pod of dolphins was spotted playing in the mouth of the Tyne on Thursday night, before two people on jet skis appeared to speed directly at them
  
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• The key positions Sunderland's '6-8 signings' will need to fill in this transfer window

  05-07-2019 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stewart Donald has suggested Sunderland need 6-8 signings this summer - here's where they need to strengthen
  
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• Newcastle Unity Carnival is all set for action with a city parade and music party planned for Saturday

  05-07-2019 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Multi-cultural parade invites the local community to wear national dress, bring flags and share picnics
  
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• North East Rurual Awards 2019 at Kirkley Hall

  05-07-2019 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East Rurual Awards 2019 at Kirkley Hall
  
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• Restaurant stripped of alcohol licence over illegal workers fails in bid to have it restored

  05-07-2019 16:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An application for a new licence for a restaurant which previously had its permission to sell alcohol revoked over concerns about illegal workers has been rejected
  
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• VIP abuse accuser Carl Beech 'lied about having child abuse images'

  05-07-2019 16:33 via bbc.co.uk
  Carl Beech tells a court he was "ashamed" and "in denial" about possessing indecent images of children.
  
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• What Sunderland's League One rivals are doing in pre-season ahead of the new campaign

  05-07-2019 16:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland will play four friendlies and have a tour of Portugal this summer, but what will their League One rivals be up to?
  
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• Durham boy, 16, to stand trial over terror charges

  05-07-2019 16:00 via bbc.co.uk
  The boy is charged with six terror offences and sexually touching a child under 13.
  
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• Champagne, Rolex watches and designer clothing seized from £6m tax fraudster

  05-07-2019 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Stanley Leslie Miller was found guilty of four counts of tax evasion and jailed after he pocketed £6 million
  
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• Newcastle's Screen on the Green makes its comeback and here's the film schedule for its summer of action

  05-07-2019 15:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From new release Dumbo to Bohemian Rhapsody and a sing-along The Showman, we reveal the highlight movies to show on the big outdoor screen in Old Eldon Square
  
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• Love Island singletons Amber and Jordan get a fresh chance at romance

  05-07-2019 15:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Watch this first look at Friday night's Love Island when Newcastle and Gateshead's Amber and Michael have a heart to heart
  
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• CCTV footage captures brazen thief snatching handbag from shopper in Byker

  05-07-2019 15:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  James Hudson has been jailed after he admitted carrying out the robbery in Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle
  
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• Newcastle tie eight promising youngsters down to new deals, including three training with first team

  05-07-2019 15:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Goalkeeper Nathan Harker, forward Thomas Allan and midfielder Mo Sangare are all training with Newcastle United's first team
  
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• US travel advice: California earthquake sparks warning for North East holiday-makers

  05-07-2019 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 6.4 magnitude earthquake is the largest shook communities from Las Vegas to Long Beach; the Foreign and Commonwealth office as issued new travel advice
  
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• Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt signal end to austerity as Conservative leadership contests rolls into the North East

  05-07-2019 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The two men vying to be the next Prime Minister appeared at an event in front of Tory members in Darlington
  
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• Benji Kimpioka and Elliot Embleton not among nine Sunderland youngsters to sign new deals

  05-07-2019 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The strengthening of Sunderland's under-23 side is progressing apace, but the club are still waiting to hear back from exciting prospects Benji Kimpioka and Elliot Embleton
  
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• Benji Kimpioka and Elliot Embleton not among eight Sunderland youngsters to sign new deals

  05-07-2019 15:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The strengthening of Sunderland's under-23 side is progressing apace, but the club are still waiting to hear back from exciting prospects Benji Kimpioka and Elliot Embleton
  
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• North East set for dry and bright weekend but temperatures will drop

  05-07-2019 14:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  After scorching temperatures last weekend, things are set to be a little bit cooler on Saturday and Sunday
  
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• Spectacular video reveals how second Stack on North East coast would look

  05-07-2019 14:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danieli Holdings has produced the fly-through video showcasing the new site to join the successful Newcastle Stack
  
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• Free Greggs sausage rolls in Newcastle today from a customised bike and sidecar

  05-07-2019 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bakery chain and JustEat have joined up for a giveaway and photo opp on Northumberland Street
  
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• New bar Market Shaker to open in Newcastle in place of Ember Lounge

  05-07-2019 14:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  See the gutting of the former Cloth Market bar as work begins on its transformation into all-day hang-out the Market Shaker
  
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• What is gaslighting? Sunderland psychologist explains signs to look out for after Love Island spat

  05-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Social media was alive with discussion of 'gaslighting' after a controversial argument between Michael and Gateshead-born Amber - but what does it mean?
  
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• Newcastle United Under-23s captain sets ambitious target for 2019/20 as reserves jet out to Spain

  05-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United Under-23s are currently out at the Pinatar Arena in the Murcia region of Spain for a pre-season training camp
  
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• Metro bosses will boost driver numbers in a bid to stop last minute cancellations

  05-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nexus said 35 Metro drivers have quit in recent months leaving them short staffed
  
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• Beauty queen scarred by scalding hot gravy which left her needing major surgery

  05-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Harriotte Lane, 18, from West Allotment, has become the new Miss International UK - and says she owes her success to the accident
  
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• See work under way on the new Market Shaker bar in Newcastle's Cloth Market

  05-07-2019 13:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  12 images showing inside the city bar as former Ember Lounge is gutted ahead of its transformation into Market Shaker
  
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• Fire that sent smoke billowing over South Shields not being treated as suspicious

  05-07-2019 13:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Investigations are still taking place to establish the cause of the blaze on Wapping Street, which could be seen from miles away on Thursday
  
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• Newcastle's Paradiso restaurant to become three-storey venue with new owners

  05-07-2019 13:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mish Mash Events has bought the Market Lane building and has big plans in store
  
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• Sunderland fans told to expect ownership clarity soon - but it is already behind schedule

  05-07-2019 13:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Charlie Methven expects the Black Cats' ownership to be resolved soon, but he told a fans meeting in mid-June he hoped it would be by the end of last month
  
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