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• Gas leak caused Walker road to be closed for more than SIX hours

  12-07-2019 22:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services rushed to Neptune Road on Friday following 'third party damage' to a medium pressure gas main
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Friday's £80m jackpot

  12-07-2019 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions numbers and Thunderball for Friday July 12 are below - live breaking updates below
  
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• Woman allegedly threatened by driver while taking out cash outside Morpeth supermarket

  12-07-2019 19:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It has been reported that a woman shouted threatening comments to the victim before driving away
  
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• Sunderland confirm Donald Love departure after three miserable years at the club

  12-07-2019 19:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Manchester United defender Donald Love has been released by Sunderland to facilitate the arrival of Jordan Willis
  
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• Donald Love: Shrewsbury sign defender following release by Sunderland

  12-07-2019 19:55 via bbc.co.uk
  Shrewsbury sign defender Donald Love on a two-year deal after his release by fellow League One side Sunderland.
  
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• Disabled men suffer multiple injuries after being kicked and punched by gang of teenagers

  12-07-2019 19:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The men were making their way towards the Isabella Community Centre in Blyth when they were attacked by the group
  
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• 'It's environmentally destructive': Newcastle councillor's scathing attack on £100m Whey Aye wheel plans

  12-07-2019 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick Kemp, a high-ranking figure among the city's Labour leadership, has slammed the 'environmentally destructive' plan to build Europe's tallest observation wheel on the Quayside
  
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• The awkward situation Steve Bruce could face on Saturday as Newcastle still locked in talks with Sheffield Wednesday

  12-07-2019 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United's would-be boss Steve Bruce wants to come to St James' Park but he may yet have to manage the Owls at Lincoln
  
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• How Steve Bruce faces the unenviable task of changing perceptions at Newcastle United

  12-07-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Waugh is leaving ChronicleLive after four years - and, in his final column, he explains why Newcastle United have not progressed during that time
  
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• Former England u-16s player caught masturbating in country park with trousers round his ankles

  12-07-2019 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Parmley took two pornographic magazines out of a black bag, pulled down his trousers and underwear and started to masturbate - unaware that police officers were watching him
  
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• Sunderland fans at South Shields to see Black Cats begin pre-season with a win

  12-07-2019 18:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fan pictures from South Shields' Mariners Park as Sunderland won their first pre-season friendly of the summer 2-0
  
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• Headteacher postpones anniversary meal to join Sam Fender's band for Mouth of the Tyne gig

  12-07-2019 18:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Valley Gardens headteacher David Godfrey was on stage playing as Sam Fender delighted the Mouth of the Tyne crowd
  
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• Rapist jailed for subjecting victim to series of violent attacks over four-hour period

  12-07-2019 17:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Howard was found guilty of two counts of rape and one of sexual assault by penetration at Newcastle Crown Court
  
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• Ibiza anthems all the way as DJs takeover Ladies Day at Newcastle Races

  12-07-2019 17:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ladies Day is coming up soon at Newcastle Racecourse and DJs will be spinning the tunes
  
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• Durham Brass hold Oktoberfest with German beers & food as packed programme follows secret rave

  12-07-2019 17:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  One of the North East's most popular and joyous festivals is back this weekend at venues across County Durham
  
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• Steve Bruce in profile - The man likely to succeed Rafa Benitez as Newcastle's next manager

  12-07-2019 17:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bruce is believed to be Newcastle's number one target to become the club's new manager
  
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• How likely are Sunderland's fringe players to make the cut next season?

  12-07-2019 17:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  July is a nervous month for fringe players but what hopes do those on the outside of the team have of breaking into it in 2019-20
  
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• Pair charged following spate of alleged retail thefts in Sunderland

  12-07-2019 17:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Innes and Richardson have been charged with 23 alleged shoplifting offences between them
  
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• Struggling Grindon Hall Christian School to receive new name and £1m boost

  12-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Emmanuel Schools Foundation, which runs 'Outstanding'-rated Emmanuel College, is taking over
  
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• Melanie Hartshorn to undergo lifesaving surgery after hitting £80,000 target 'just in time'

  12-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 29-year-old had been faced with an agonising wait to see if she would be able to go ahead with the booked operation on Friday - or fly home in the knowledge that the next available appointment may be too late for her
  
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• ‘We’ve all been affected in some way' - Three friends hike to support men with mental health issues

  12-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sam Parker, Carl Turner and Graeme Meek walked around the circumference of Northumberland to raise thousands for mental health charity, IfUCareShare in Durham
  
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• Council to decide on potential £19m green scheme for Gateshead village

  12-07-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council bosses say they can recoup some of the costs of the ambitious program
  
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• Ultrabeat to perform DJ set at huge Christmas party at Mecca Bingo in Blyth

  12-07-2019 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ultrabeat, the act who gave us Pretty Green Eyes, with headline the special bingo night in Blyth
  
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• Warburtons plans Newburn bakery closure, with loss of up to 100 jobs

  12-07-2019 16:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The bakery giant proposes to close the core bakery but the depot and free from factory are unaffected
  
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• Brothers held in Lancashire over £1m crime spree

  12-07-2019 16:25 via bbc.co.uk
  Brian and Ronald Thexton are being held on suspicion of carrying out thefts across northern England.
  
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• Want to take control of the kids' summer fun? then head to the CTRL Pad in Newcastle

  12-07-2019 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The whole family will enjoy quality gaming entertainment - at an affordable price - at the city's only video-gaming lounge
  
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• Love Island's Amber shock confession stuns Chris as they get to know each other

  12-07-2019 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As Love Island new boy Chris makes an effort to get to know Amber, she shocks him with a confession
  
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• Lego models of North East landmarks to star at Discovery Museum exhibition

  12-07-2019 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Angel of the North and famous Geordie inventions are being imagined in Lego Form
  
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• Who is Jordan Willis? A closer look at Sunderland's new centre-back

  12-07-2019 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland are set to sign ex-Coventry City centre-back Jordan Willis - here's everything you need to know
  
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• Newcastle College University Centre - it's not too late to apply

  12-07-2019 15:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If you’re looking to start something new this September, it’s not too late to apply for a degree at Newcastle College University Centre
  
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• Driving to Durham Miners' Gala? Park and ride information for Big Meeting

  12-07-2019 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Roads will be closed in Durham City Centre, so do not attempt to drive directly to the Gala
  
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• Meet the Yorkshire DJ who's transformed the global music industry with one invention

  12-07-2019 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's no wonder he's been nominated for a £10,000 Yorkshire Bank cash prize...
  
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• You can now get Zapatista delivered in Newcastle and Durham

  12-07-2019 15:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Burritos and fajitas to your door...
  
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• When is the Love Island final? End date confirmed for ITV2 series

  12-07-2019 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Love Island final date has now been confirmed as another recoupling saw a contestant get dumped
  
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• Northumbrian Water leading on environmental ratings

  12-07-2019 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbrian Water has achieved the highest rating for environmental performance from the Environment Agency
  
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• Newcastle named as rivals for Tottenham in £30m race for Leeds star Kalvin Phillips

  12-07-2019 14:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leeds United face a stern battle to retain the services of Kalvin Phillips and Newcastle are said to be keen
  
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• Sunderland to sign centre-back Jordan Willis on a free from Coventry

  12-07-2019 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats have moved to strengthen their defensive options
  
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• Greggs Newcastle drive-thru first customer gets a chauffeur driven sausage roll car and a brass band

  12-07-2019 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Greggs' Newcastle drive-thru opened to a fanfare quite literally on Thursday with special treatment for its first customer
  
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• Newcastle United U21s handed decent EFL Trophy draw - although it'll involve a lot of travel

  12-07-2019 14:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neil Redfearn will lead Newcastle United's Under-21 side into the EFL Trophy in 2019/20, against two fourth-tier teams and one League One side
  
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• What will happen to Thomas Cook customers' flights if the travel firm is sold off?

  12-07-2019 14:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The company is in sale talks after saying it made a profit of just over £6 per passenger in the last financial year
  
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• The five Newcastle United players who will not play in the Premier League Asia Trophy - and why

  12-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Academy coaches Ben Dawson and Neil Redfearn are set to take the Newcastle United squad out to China for the Premier League Asia Trophy
  
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• Repeat offender jailed for axe attack has taxi licence bid rejected

  12-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council fear the dad-of-three's past makes him unsuitable to drive strangers around
  
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• Grass verge jungle envelopes Newcastle suburbs as council cuts lead to 6ft wasteland

  12-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cash-strapped Newcastle City Council halved the number of times it cuts the grass in residential areas of the city
  
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• Big-hearted friends of Kieran Ritchie launch fundraising campaign for his funeral

  12-07-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pals of Kieran Ritchie, 19, of Walker, have set up a JustGiving page to raise money to help give him a send-off he deserves
  
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• Sunderland face Leicester City Under-21s in EFL Trophy group stage

  12-07-2019 13:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Black Cats already knew they would face Grimsby Town and Scunthorpe United in the group stage of the EFL Trophy, but they will also be up against the Foxes
  
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• New £500m Metro fleet with air con and WiFi one step closer

  12-07-2019 13:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A depot is being built to take delivery of the new trains, which will boast features such as air conditioning and WiFi
  
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• Love Island's Michael has viewers convinced he's going to dump Joanna

  12-07-2019 13:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island's Michael has been told by other Islanders that they don't see much chemistry between him and Joanna
  
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• Brave couple fight off armed burglars and force them out of their Ashington home

  12-07-2019 13:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have praised the man and woman who were able to disarm the thugs who forced their way into their home with a knife
  
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• Touts cash in on Liam Gallagher tickets - minutes after gig went on sale

  12-07-2019 13:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Seetickets and Ticketmaster have sold-out of tickets to Liam Gallagher's Newcastle gig - and it looks like touts snapped some up
  
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• A1 in Northumberland

  12-07-2019 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A1 in Northumberland
  
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