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• Sunderland's Jack Ross focused on less, not more goals, but he is doing all he can to fire up Will Grigg

  04-08-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Twenty clean sheets, not improving on last season's 80 League One goals is the key to winning promotion, says Jack Ross, but he is still trying to get more out of Will Grigg
  
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• Newcastle United have one or two things bubbling away and could avoid transfer deadline day dash

  04-08-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have previously done business on transfer deadline day but Steve Bruce does not believe any further deals will go down to the wire
  
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• Newcastle hospitals awarded £41m as part of Boris Johnson's NHS pledge - but is it enough?

  04-08-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a £1.8bn injection into the NHS - but critics warn more cash needs to be invested
  
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• Jack Ross says Sunderland too often make their home life harder for themselves, but so do the referees

  04-08-2019 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Manager Jack Ross explains why conceding first is so damaging to the Black Cats, and admits he is frustrated officials do not help his side more
  
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• Watch fork lightning carve through the North East sky as thunderstorms batter region

  04-08-2019 23:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office had earlier warned thunderstorms were likely to hit parts of the UK
  
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• Kenton Lane incident: Police officer taken to hospital following car crash in Newcastle

  04-08-2019 22:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police is currently carrying out an investigation on Kenton Lane, Kenton, following the crash on Sunday evening
  
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• What life was REALLY like in the Dunston Rocket - the 'Heartbreak Hotel' where people 'urinated in lifts'

  04-08-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Dunston Rocket was a Gateshead eyesore before it was demolished - but now its former residents say the area has been transformed
  
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• Shocked residents 'woken by screams' after assault on Wallsend street in the early hours

  04-08-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police were called to O'Hanlon Crescent, in Wallsend, after reports of an assault on Sunday morning
  
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• In a week where Mike Ashley has taken a bashing, it leaves more questions than answers for Newcastle fans

  04-08-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ashley has had to endure a tough week on the business front, while his interview with the Mail Online did not go down well with Newcastle fans
  
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• How Newcastle dad-of-32 Lennie Fulbirg was lured to his death when love triangle turned to murder

  04-08-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lennie Fulbirg was murdered by his former lover and her new partner
  
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• Newcastle United 5pm transfer update: Magpies keen on more deals but must address departures this week

  04-08-2019 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Isaac Hayden has hinted he could still leave Newcastle before Thursday's transfer deadline while a number of fringe players could depart
  
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• Northern Powerhouse director Henri Murison calls for '100%' devolution for the North

  04-08-2019 17:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Henri Murison has called for full devolution of the North - and insists HS2 will bring "talent" and "growth" to the region
  
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• Sunderland's fresh start contained too many echoes of the past

  04-08-2019 17:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's draw against Oxford United was an underwhelming start but snap judgements on the opening day are best avoided
  
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• Review: Audiences are Crazy in Love with Boulevard's Summer Show and it's easy to see why

  04-08-2019 17:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Boulevard's Summer Show is now half way through its run and it's the hottest ticket in town
  
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• Sunderland striker watch: Marc McNulty's busy display does not reflect well on struggling Will Grigg

  04-08-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Full of energy and invention, Black Cats debutant Marc McNulty looks worthy of a run of games, whereas Will Grigg is not justifying his existence at the moment
  
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• If Newcastle can get the best and curb the worst of Allan Saint-Maximin, they are on to a winner

  04-08-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Saint-Maximin arrived from Nice on Friday and has already excited fans with an eye-catching cameo against St Etienne
  
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• Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade has record callouts

  04-08-2019 16:54 via bbc.co.uk
  Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade's most unusual call in July was to help an injured puffin.
  
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• Watch CCTV footage which helped police put two dangerous gunmen behind bars

  04-08-2019 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mark Exley and Christopher Jones face lengthy prison sentences after being convicted in relation to the shooting at traffic lights
  
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• Geordie Shore original confirms return to MTV show after five year absence

  04-08-2019 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore will soon be back on our screens for series 20 and they will be a familiar face in the house
  
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• Steve Bruce is acutely aware of challenges to come but can take heart from Newcastle's pre-season

  04-08-2019 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies have won three of their four pre-season matches since Bruce took over as manager last month
  
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• Newcastle bar Tiger Hornsby to host Sex & the City quiz with cocktails on arrival

  04-08-2019 15:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  If it is still one of your favourite TV shows you can put your love for Sex & the City to the test at a quiz in Newcastle
  
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• First footage from Wallsend street as man is taken to hospital following 'assault'

  04-08-2019 15:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have closed off part of O'Hanlon Crescent while investigations are being carried out.
  
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• George Honeyman's transfer surprised me too, says Hull City manager Grant McCann

  04-08-2019 15:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Days after Jack Ross said he was taken by surprise at the Tigers' bid for Sunderland captain George Honeyman, opposite number Grant McCann has said he did not expect it to succeed
  
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• When is Celebs Go Dating on? E4 show back for a new series as famous faces look for love

  04-08-2019 15:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Celebs Go Dating is a hugely popular show for E4 and is back once again for a new series
  
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• Newcastle United are just days from a transfer window bonus

  04-08-2019 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It seemed major surgery was on the cards for Newcastle United's midfield this summer but Mo Diame is the only midfielder to have left
  
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• Michael McIntyre's Big Show looking for Geordies to take part in midnight gameshow

  04-08-2019 14:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael McIntyre's Big Show is currently filming its new series and is looking for Geordies to take part
  
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• Wallsend police incident RECAP: Man taken to the RVI following assault with 'bladed article'

  04-08-2019 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 28-year-old man is in a stable condition in hospital after being assaulted outside an address on O’Hanlon Crescent
  
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• Wallsend police incident LIVE: Updates as O'Hanlon Crescent is cordoned off

  04-08-2019 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have cordoned off part of the street in Wallsend due to an ongoing incident
  
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• Tragedy as man, 33, dies following early morning crash on A19

  04-08-2019 14:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The crash happened around three miles south of the junction for the A690 in Houghton at around 1.45am on Sunday
  
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• Is it safe to travel to Thailand? Foreign Office issues advice following explosions in Bangkok

  04-08-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A series of small explosions took place in Bangkok on Friday as Thailand was hosting a high-level summit
  
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• Opening-day evidence suggests Sunderland are shuffling around when they need a stride forward

  04-08-2019 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were plus points to be found in yet another  1-1 draw with Oxford United, but they were overshadowed by failings which have not gone away
  
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• How Matty Longstaff has gone from a reserve team hopeful to trending on Twitter in the space of a year

  04-08-2019 13:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pre-season friendlies can be instantly forgettable but Newcastle United's win over St Etienne will live long in the memory
  
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• Love Island's Amber has birthday hangover after dancing with Chipmunk during boozy London night out

  04-08-2019 13:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island winner Amber Gill celebrated her 22nd birthday with family and friends in London
  
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• Sunday gossip: Newcastle linked with moves for Aston Villa full-back and Bournemouth winger

  04-08-2019 12:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As we head into the final few days of the transfer window, Newcastle continue to be linked with a host of new players
  
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• Celebs Go Dating lineup for new series as popular show returns to E4

  04-08-2019 12:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Celebs Go Dating is back on E4 for a brand new series as more famous faces look for love
  
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• Brother of Manchester Arena bomber granted legal aid – while victims’ families denied help

  04-08-2019 12:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hashem Abedi, 22, who is facing a trial accused of murder, attempted murder and conspiracy, will be represented by taxpayer-funded lawyers
  
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• Isaac Hayden reveals he is uncertain about staying at Newcastle United as deadline day looms

  04-08-2019 12:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The midfielder has been unsettled for some time but Steve Bruce is fighting to keep the ex-Arsenal man
  
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• What Newcastle United still have to do in the last week of the transfer window

  04-08-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United still have work to do as we enter the final few days of the transfer window
  
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• Newcastle United have an 'idea' for Premier League opener vs Arsenal after Saint-Etienne win

  04-08-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United beat Saint-Etienne 2-1 at St James' Park and Steve Bruce has a couple of decisions to make ahead of the Arsenal game
  
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• Juan Sartori back watching Sunderland, as Stewart Donald confirms investment talks are ongoing

  04-08-2019 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Juan Sartori was back at the Stadium of Light on Saturday for the first time since learning he won't be Uruguay's next president
  
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• Multiple people 'seriously injured' in early morning crash on A19

  04-08-2019 11:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A19 remains closed in both directions near Seaham while police carry out accident investigation work
  
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• Murder investigation after Blyth assault victim dies

  04-08-2019 11:40 via bbc.co.uk
  A man was charged with wounding after the 73-year-old was found with serious injuries on Tuesday.
  
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• When is Love Island Reunion on? Contestants reunite for end of series show

  04-08-2019 11:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Over 30 of this year's Islanders will reunite for the Love Island Reunion hosted by Caroline Flack
  
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• Ant McPartlin to 'return to Saturday Night Takeaway' after two years away

  04-08-2019 11:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The ITV show was taken off air last year as Ant took time out from TV following his drink-drive arrest in 2017
  
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• Love Island's Amber joined by familiar faces as she turns 22 with London bash

  04-08-2019 11:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island winner Amber Gill celebrated her 22nd birthday in style in London
  
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• Murder investigation launched as 73-year-old woman dies in hospital five days after assault

  04-08-2019 11:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 73-year-old woman was seriously assaulted inside an address on Wellington Street, Blyth, but has now died in hospital
  
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• Met Office thunderstorm weather warning extended with 'torrential downpours' expected

  04-08-2019 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Flooding, lightning strikes, hail and power cuts are all possible as heavy showers hit the UK
  
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• Cheers for Allan Saint-Maximin and Steve Bruce but Anti-Ashley feeling remains - how the fans reacted

  04-08-2019 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United fans watched on as Steve Bruce guided his side to a 2-1 victory in the final pre-season fixture
  
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• Mela in the City to light up Newcastle ahead of festival's return

  04-08-2019 10:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ahead of Newcastle Mela later this month, the Mini Mela will bring plenty of colour to the city
  
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• 57 Geordie words, phrases and sayings you'll only hear someone from Newcastle say

  04-08-2019 10:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Here's a list of popular Newcastle, Geordie and even some (gasp) Mackem sayings - we've updated it with some new suggestions so keep them coming
  
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