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• Steve Bruce tells journalists to ask Matty Longstaff about Newcastle contract

  14-07-2020 23:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United player Matty Longstaff is entering the final weeks of his contract and Steve Bruce has again been asked about the impasse
  
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• The Bowes Museum announces reopening date and a line-up of three new attractions

  14-07-2020 22:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Norman Cornish exhibition will be just one of the attractions on offer when the County Durham museum opens its doors this summer
  
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• WhatsApp goes down: Thousands of users report problems in 'global outage'

  14-07-2020 22:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Downdetector.co.uk has recorded a surge in reports about the messaging app being down
  
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• Durham Cathedral to restart services from this weekend - without singing

  14-07-2020 22:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Public services will get under way again at the city landmark but they will look very different
  
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• Fugitive who helped smuggle millions of illegal cigarettes into region jailed

  14-07-2020 21:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Haroldas Bernotas, 25, was part of an organised gang who smuggled more than 12 million illegal cigarettes, worth £3.6 million in duty and VAT, between 2013 and 2015
  
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• Scout retires after dedicating over 50 years to scouting

  14-07-2020 21:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Taylor, from Whitley Bay, said the Scouts has provided him with “fun and friendship for life”, but after 53 years of incredible service it is time for him to 'pass on the baton'
  
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• Chi Onwurah accuses Government of 'negligent' approach to Huawei

  14-07-2020 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The shadow digital, science and technology minister, who represents Newcastle Central, questioned whether the UK's security policy was now being led by the US
  
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• Saudi ban on beIN SPORTS: NUFC evening update

  14-07-2020 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All the latest Newcastle takeover headlines including updates on Amanda Staveley and beIN SPORTS
  
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• New coronavirus measures introduced to avoid local lockdown in Lancashire

  14-07-2020 20:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The authority announced extra restrictions, including a limit on the number of people visiting a household, after a rise in Covid-19 cases in the area
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for Tuesday July 14

  14-07-2020 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday July 14 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Northern 'grit' helped US adviser deal with death threats after Trump hearing

  14-07-2020 20:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fiona Hill, 54, drew strong criticism from Trump supporters after giving evidence at his impeachment hearing
  
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• Steve Bruce says NUFC will be ready either way this summer

  14-07-2020 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steve Bruce is in the dark on what happens next in Newcastle United's takeover bid but has plans in the transfer market either way
  
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• Durham gymnast Amy Tinkler retired after making complaint to British Gymnastics

  14-07-2020 19:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 20-year-old said she felt she was left with no option but to quit gymnastics less than four years after becoming Great Britain's youngest medallist at the Rio 2016 Olympics
  
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• NHS confirms how many coronavirus patients are in Newcastle now

  14-07-2020 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It comes with a fresh warning that the virus 'has not gone away'
  
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• NHS confirms how many coroanvirus patients are in Newcastle now

  14-07-2020 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It comes with a fresh warning that the virus 'has not gone away'
  
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• Partner of thug who threatened to kill OAP moans to Ofcom after he is seen on TV

  14-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The thug was part of a gang who threatened to chop a 70-year-old man's hand off; The investigation was filmed for the 2019 BBC documentary 'Our Cops In The North'
  
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• Films show what it's like to live through lockdown with a disability

  14-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Katelyn Mckie, 27, and Matthew Teoh, 21, share their films produced as part of Beacon Films project, CoVid-EO that combats loneliness in people with disabilities and additional needs during lockdown
  
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• Duff claims Magpies deserved to go down amid 'carnage' of relegation season

  14-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Damien Duff has slammed the attitude of some of his Newcastle United team-mates in their relegation season in 2009
  
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• North Tyneside Labour investigate councillor who 'liked' anti-Semitic article

  14-07-2020 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Frank Lott, chairman of North Tyneside Labour Party, confirmed the matter is under investigation
  
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• Cyclist, 20, threatened by man wielding a machete on Sunderland road

  14-07-2020 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating the incident after two men confronted the cyclist while he was riding along Springwell Road on the evening of June 23
  
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• Denise Welch left devastated on Corrie set by Princess Diana death

  14-07-2020 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denise Welch has revealed just how hard she was hit by the shock death of Princess Diana back in 1997
  
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• What TV channel is Newcastle vs Tottenham and can I watch it for free?

  14-07-2020 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United host Tottenham Hotspur at St James' Park - here is how you can follow it live
  
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• North East Driving Instructors returning to the road after the covid 19 lockdown

  14-07-2020 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Learner drivers will experience new hygiene and safety rules when out for a driving lesson.
  
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• Former Barclays boss who called Amanda Staveley 'the tart' apologises

  14-07-2020 17:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The businesswoman spearheading the £300m takeover of Newcastle United is involved in a £1.6bn High Court Battle with Barclays
  
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• Dates for new star sign Ophiuchus and what it means to be one

  14-07-2020 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NASA has uncovered a 13th sign of the Zodiac - Ophiuchus - which has in turn changed the dates of all the other star signs
  
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• Saudi Arabia permanently cancels licence of Qatar's beIN Sports

  14-07-2020 17:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With the Newcastle United takeover ongoing, there is currently no legitimate way to watch Premier League football in Saudi Arabia
  
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• Steve Bruce admits he is in good company when it comes to top-flight bosses under scrutiny

  14-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Newcastle United manager knows the likes of Tottenham's Jose Mourinho are also under pressure to produce positive results
  
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• Calls to clean up Newcastle's 'tacky' West Road amid litter problems

  14-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents and business owners on Newcastle's West Road are tired of seeing the area covered in litter - and they are demanding action
  
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• Nissan confirms Sunderland plant worker tests positive for coronavirus

  14-07-2020 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nissan says a deep clean has been carried out in the area where the employee works
  
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• Defiant Denise Welch fuming with NASA after her star sign changes

  14-07-2020 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denise Welch was less than impressed to find out that her star sign had changed as a result of NASA uncovering a new one
  
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• Health Secretary explains why every shopper must wear a face mask or covering

  14-07-2020 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be £100 fines for failing to wear a face covering in shops from July 24
  
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• Twelve arrested in police operation to snare suspected bike thieves at the RVI

  14-07-2020 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers from Northumbria Police launched Operation Monty following a number of suspected bike thefts targeting NHS staff working at the Royal Victoria Infirmary
  
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• How your horoscope has changed due to shock reveal of new star sign

  14-07-2020 16:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NASA say they have uncovered a 13th star sign, meaning many of us have been reading the wrong horoscope
  
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• Parents asked to take precautions as play parks reopen in North Tyneside

  14-07-2020 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All 56 play sites in North Tyneside have now reopened with new signs outside asking people to stick to social distancing and hygiene guidelines - here are the rules
  
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• Burglar caught after leaving stolen pop can at scene of crime

  14-07-2020 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Cowell had been drinking from a pop can after breaking into a home in Sunderland but left it behind when he fled
  
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• Steve Bruce hails Newcastle's 'disciplined' defending over Premier League penalty record

  14-07-2020 16:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies conceded their first league penalty of the season at Watford last Saturday
  
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• First look at Newcastle's Blues Cafe following revamp of Pumphreys bar

  14-07-2020 15:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Pumphreys bar in the city's Cloth Market will reopen from lockdown as the Blues Cafe and here's what to expect
  
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• Shock names flock to Dancing on Ice's 'secret' auditions

  14-07-2020 15:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A whole host of celebrities flocked to audition for Dancing on Ice in a bid to land a spot on the show next year
  
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• Jose Mourinho on his Newcastle takeover hope and how new owners could spend big

  14-07-2020 15:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United welcome Spurs to St James' Park on Wednesday and Jose Mourinho has been speaking about his affection for the Magpies
  
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• See moment Comet Neowise streaks across sky above Penshaw Monument

  14-07-2020 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Comet Neowise is one of the few this century that can be seen by the naked eye as it approaches the sun
  
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• Three newcomers join Geordie Shore in huge cast shake up

  14-07-2020 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore has now revealed when it will be back on MTV and who is in the cast for series 21
  
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• Coronavirus: How does lockdown work in Leicester and on a Herefordshire farm?

  14-07-2020 14:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Local lockdowns are in force on a Herefordshire farm and in Leicester, but how do they work?
  
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• 6 things keeping doctors awake in 'worst-case' coronavirus second wave

  14-07-2020 14:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new study shows what the worst case scenario for a coronavirus outbreak this winter looks like, with 120,000 excess deaths possible
  
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• The people exempt from wearing face masks in England

  14-07-2020 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  According to Government guidance, some people don't have to wear one at all and there are other times when you can take your mask off
  
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• Pick your Newcastle side to take on Tottenham as injuries hit Magpies again

  14-07-2020 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steve Bruce will have to cope without several first-team players as Jose Mourinho's Spurs come to St James' Park
  
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• Mum tells how 'long haul Covid' has shattered her life

  14-07-2020 13:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leigh Kennedy wants to raise awareness of condition that can leave people who have contracted coronavirus ill for months
  
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• Transfer window, start dates, fans' return - Everything we know about the 2020/21 Premier League season

  14-07-2020 13:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Premier League are expected to confirm key details next week
  
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• James McClean frustrated by lack of support following nine years of abuse

  14-07-2020 13:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Republic of Ireland and Stoke forward has spoken about the abuse he has received throughout his career
  
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• Plans to build 96 homes on community field set for approval

  14-07-2020 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neighbours fear that Keepmoat Homes’ visions of building on the land at Thornley Road would rob them of beloved green space and cause “immense disruption and inconvenience”.
  
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• Traffic will be banned from stopping on city centre 'red route'

  14-07-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The busy road will become a ‘red route’, in which vehicles are banned from stopping, between its junctions with Gallowgate and Clayton Street West
  
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