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• Protesters kneel for 8 minutes 46 seconds to highlight George Floyd's death

  25-06-2020 21:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Former Sunderland AFC player Gary Bennett was among those attending the peaceful protest in Sunderland city centre in support of the Black Lives Matter movement
  
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• Brits warned coronavirus cases 'will rise again' as thousands head to beaches

  25-06-2020 21:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chief medical officer for England Professor Chris Whitty urged people to follow social distancing rules
  
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• Government confirms it will not intervene: NUFC evening update

  25-06-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All the latest Newcastle United takeover stories including updates from Alan Shearer, Steve Bruce and more
  
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• By The River Brew reveals its opening date - and customers are delighted

  25-06-2020 20:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Container village on the banks of the Tyne will reopen its terraced beer garden and you don't need to book
  
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• Berwick Literary Festival moves online with themes including Black Lives Matter

  25-06-2020 20:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Virtual version of Northumberland festival aims to capture wider audience and reflect current themes
  
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• What Man City vs Chelsea team selection tells NUFC fans

  25-06-2020 20:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Manchester City play Chelsea on Thursday night - three days before taking on Newcastle United in the FA Cup
  
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• Catherine McKinnell welcomes decision to sack Rebecca Long-Bailey

  25-06-2020 20:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Labour leader's decision has been criticised by some
  
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• Set For Life results: Winning lottery numbers for Thursday June 25

  25-06-2020 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We'll bring you the winning National Lottery Set For Life numbers for Thursday June 25 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Extinction Rebellion stages march calling for urgent action on climate crisis

  25-06-2020 20:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Members of the group's local branches took part in joint action to 'highlight government failings on tackling the climate and ecological emergency'
  
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• In pictures: Thousands flock to the coast as the North East basks in sunshine

  25-06-2020 19:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The North East's beaches were packed with sun-seekers on Thursday as the region enjoyed another hot day.Hundreds of people paid a visit to coastal towns to make the most of the clear blue skies and rising temperatures.It came days after Boris Johnson announced the relaxing of the two-metre rule to one-metre plus - although the changes do not come into effect until July 4.Elsewhere in the country, a major incident has been declared after thousands of people flocked to beaches on the south coast o
  
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• Ministers urged to return passport production to UK after De La Rue jobs threat

  25-06-2020 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East MPs warn the region needs support as economy suffers following coronavirus lockdown
  
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• Newcastle are all-but safe - so there's no reason not to have a real go at Man City in the Cup

  25-06-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies are one short of the magic 40-point figure so can afford to go all out to beat Manchester City in the FA Cup on Sunday
  
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• 'Absolutely no reason' for Eldon Square to close down

  25-06-2020 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The city council has vowed to do “everything that it could” to keep the shopping centre open, after warnings that both it and the Metrocentre could be forced to close for a period
  
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• Two more coronavirus deaths in North East hospitals

  25-06-2020 18:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  More deaths have been recorded in Durham and Teesside as the national hospital death toll rises to 28,490
  
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• Live updates from Black Lives Matter vigil in Sunderland

  25-06-2020 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event will take place in Keel Square and include a minute's silence for the victims of the Reading terror attack
  
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• Every update from peaceful Black Lives Matter vigil

  25-06-2020 18:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The event took place in Keel Square and include a minute's silence for the victims of the Reading terror attack
  
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• Tynemouth beach litter prompts alcohol ban call

  25-06-2020 18:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tynemouth councillor Lewis Bartoli says the mess is "horrific" and is calling for an alcohol ban.
  
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• Jose Enrique's view on the job Steve Bruce has done at NUFC

  25-06-2020 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Newcastle United star was discussing all things Newcastle on Sky Sports News this morning
  
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• ADVERTORIAL: Win a free bathroom with JD Home Improvements

  25-06-2020 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Established in the North East, JD Home Improvements specialises in providing quality home improvements at affordable prices
  
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• 11 people police want to speak to after violent scenes at Newcastle protests

  25-06-2020 17:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The images have been released by Northumbria Police as part of an ongoing investigation
  
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• Dyer reveals why he regrets defending team-mate Emre from racial allegations

  25-06-2020 17:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kieron Dyer was called upon as a witness when his Newcastle United team-mate Emre Belozoglu was accused of racially abusing Joseph Yobo
  
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• Coronavirus: Lockdown and obesity - the fight to keep fit

  25-06-2020 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Experts say the coronavirus pandemic should be an opportunity to help people tackle obesity.
  
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• Sunderland marina fire sinks boat

  25-06-2020 17:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The fire on one boat spread to adjoining vessels.
  
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• How this primary school will look as it brings all pupils back to class

  25-06-2020 17:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Teachers at Cramlington Village Primary School say five weeks of face-to-face learning will make the world of difference to pupils after lockdown
  
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• Durham barn fire which destroyed 1,000 tonnes of hay finally out after 19 hours

  25-06-2020 17:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The cause of the fire is still unknown. It happened on land just behind Durham Fire Station on Lanchester Road
  
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• Major incident declared at UK beaches as 'appalling' crowds flock to coast

  25-06-2020 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth Council Leader Vikki Slade said she is 'absolutely appalled at the scenes on the beaches' with reports of fights and anti-social behaviour in the area
  
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• How Sunderland 'Til I Die inspired similar documentary at French club RC Lens

  25-06-2020 17:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland 'Til I Die proved a huge success for Netflix, and it inspired the owner of French side RC Lens to allow a similar documentary at his club
  
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• Sunderland beaches covered in rubbish as people flock to the seaside

  25-06-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council warned that people will be fined if they are caught littering
  
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• Grim images show the waste left by litter louts on Tynmouth's beaches

  25-06-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ward councillor Lewis Bartoli says the time has come for a total alcohol ban on Tynemouth's beaches
  
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• Gosforth couple's wedding now goes ahead as Paris parents in quarantine

  25-06-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Becky Pearey and Jamie Hansell will be tying the knot at St Nicholas Church in Gosforth on July 11 but Bercky's parents are setting off early so they can quarantine for 14 days before dad walks her down the aisle - at a social distance
  
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• Emile Heskey says Steve Bruce has been damned at Newcastle because of Sunderland connections

  25-06-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bruce previously managed the Black Cats before taking charge of Newcastle United this season
  
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• Police ban counter demonstrations to Black Lives Matter vigil in Sunderland

  25-06-2020 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It follows a similar move in Newcastle city centre last week following violent scenes around Grey's Monument
  
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• A new recycling centre could soon be built in Sunderland

  25-06-2020 16:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It's part of a £5m project to improve waste services in the city
  
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• Newcastle's Cluny and Billy Bootleggers join desperate plea for Government help

  25-06-2020 16:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rescue package appeal is signed by 14 North East grassroots music venues including The Cluny, Riverside and Billy Bootleggers
  
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• Cragside is among top picnic spots in the UK, says new survey

  25-06-2020 16:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland attraction features in list of Britain's top five locations to enjoy a picnic - and it's just the weather for it!
  
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• Newcastle to host Black Lives Matter virtual music festival

  25-06-2020 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  City-based online label Handpicked Music is to bring together local talent global house music stars for 45 days of entertainment
  
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• New Co-op store could create 12 new jobs in Wearside village

  25-06-2020 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It would be built on the current site of a car repair garage
  
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• Dr Hilary's top tips for getting to sleep in hot weather as heatwave continues

  25-06-2020 16:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Hilary Jones appeared on Lorraine Kelly's self-titled ITV daytime TV programme this morning
  
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• Newcastle United poised to make their first signing of the summer

  25-06-2020 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies are closing in on former Motherwell goalkeeper Mark Gillespie
  
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• Odeon confirms when its cinemas will reopen

  25-06-2020 15:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be unoccupied seats between customers and extra cleaning in place to make cinemas in Durham, Silverlink and the MetroCentre Covid-19 safe
  
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• How Odeon cinemas are getting Covid-safe for July reopenings

  25-06-2020 15:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Odeon will reopen cinemas in Durham, MetroCentre and Silverlink in July, but there will be new rules and seating arrangements
  
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• Coronavirus: Tracers ask over 100,000 to self-isolate

  25-06-2020 15:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The close contacts of people who test positive are being traced by new NHS service in England.
  
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• New ‘click and collect’ lockers planned at Washington Asda

  25-06-2020 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The temperature-controlled lockers will allow shoppers to collect their items, without stepping inside the store
  
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• Durham Council is looking for 30 new apprentices - here's what jobs are on offer

  25-06-2020 15:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are apprenticeships across a wide range of occupations, from business to HR and horticulture
  
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• Newcastle United confirm released players as Matty Longstaff talks continue

  25-06-2020 15:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Rob Elliot is among the players whose time at St James' Park has come to an end
  
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• Newcastle United agree new deals for Andy Carroll and Javier Manquillo

  25-06-2020 15:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pair will remain on Tyneside after signing new contracts with the Magpies
  
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• Mark Schwarzer backs Steve Bruce to land Premier League job should he leave Newcastle United

  25-06-2020 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Bruce has faced speculation over his future amid takeover speculation at Newcastle United
  
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• Bruce: A fit Andy Carroll is always good to have around

  25-06-2020 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies boss has been delighted with his big striker since the players returned after lockdown
  
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• 'I kind of felt I let Al down' - Newcastle legend Alan Shearer's Last Dance

  25-06-2020 14:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United will contest their first FA Cup quarter-final in 14 years against Man City on Sunday and ChronicleLive took a look back at the Magpies' run in 2006
  
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• When is the FA Cup semi-final draw, what ball number are Newcastle and how can I watch it live?

  25-06-2020 14:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies will be in the semi-final draw if they win past Manchester City on Sunday
  
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