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• Furious Brits say they'd 'rather live in North Korea' than pay new BBC TV licence fee

  07-02-2025 23:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reports have suggested that households that watch streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ may be forced to pay the fee even though they do not use traditional TV services
  
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• Government breaks silence over major UK driving rule change

  07-02-2025 22:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport has issued a response to a consultation into pavement parking, with concerns highlighted over the potential for a ban in the UK
  
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• 'Idiot' hit and run driver left pregnant mum lying in the road badly injured in Northumberland

  07-02-2025 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  William Martin, of Bedlington, who bought a car hours earlier despite never having held a driving licence, left the victim with long-term consequences
  
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• Supermarket shoppers issued urgent olive oil warning over key thing to look our for

  07-02-2025 21:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Mr Gut Health has been sharing his Mediterranean diet journey for years now, and has offered a handy tip for those looking to buy some olive oil in the supermarket
  
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• Three countries 'set to follow Spain' with new rules for British tourists

  07-02-2025 21:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Spain's new 100% tax charge for UK tourists could be followed by three other popular holiday destinations, an expert has warned
  
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• Police arrest man after 'string of burglaries' in Birtley

  07-02-2025 21:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police detained a 26-year-old over a string of burglaries.
  
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• Virgil van Dijk's one-word Liverpool fear ahead of Newcastle United Carabao Cup final clash

  07-02-2025 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United have already shown Liverpool they can match them this season ahead of Wembley final
  
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• Man City launch new legal claim against Premier League rules as Newcastle United watch on

  07-02-2025 20:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Manchester City have launched a fresh legal challenge against the Premier League over new rules governing sponsorship deals
  
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• Drivers celebrate rule change as DVLA set to 'ban' private parking fines

  07-02-2025 20:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The government is considering a ban on private parking firms accessing the DVLA database to fine drivers, in a bid to protect motorists from being hit with huge penalties
  
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• Newcastle United braced for summer transfer blow as striker in 'advanced talks'

  07-02-2025 20:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jonathan David has been linked with a move to the Premier League for some time, with several clubs believed to be keeping tabs on his situation at Lille
  
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• EuroMillions and Thunderball results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Friday, February 7

  07-02-2025 19:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's EuroMillions and Thunderball draw on Friday, January 31
  
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• Newcastle opening date looms for luxury hotel chain loved by celebrities

  07-02-2025 19:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle's newest hotel will have the largest suite in the city, as well as a bar, restaurant, waterside terrace and cigar terrace
  
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• Popular North East restaurant Blacks Corner set to open in Sunderland's Culture House

  07-02-2025 19:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Blacks Corner is taking space inside the new multi-million-pound Culture House in the city
  
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• Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service facing independent review into culture after concerns raised

  07-02-2025 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumberland County Council said the concerns raised about culture at the county's fire service had to be taken seriously
  
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• Historic Killingworth church could finally be completed 150 years late as plans lodged

  07-02-2025 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Killingworth church may finally be given permission for completion after 150 years, but local opposition continues.
  
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• Newcastle United told they can cause Carabao Cup 'upset' against Liverpool on one condition

  07-02-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies will battle the league leaders in March
  
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• BBC Morning Live doctor warns of 'life threatening' symptom that can appear on legs

  07-02-2025 18:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dr Ranj appeared on BBC Morning Live and spoke about a little-known health symptom that should be treated quickly
  
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• Calls to turn North Shields town square into NUFC fan zone for Carabao Cup Final

  07-02-2025 18:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Council officials have said they would look into the proposals put forward by Tory councillor Liam Bones but predicted safety and logistical complications
  
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• Amazon cuts price of 'value for money' Smart Watch by huge 76% from £100 to just £24

  07-02-2025 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Hundreds of people have been buying the Soudorv Smart Watch through Amazon - here is a look at its best features and what it can do
  
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• M&S shoppers praise 'luxurious' bedding set that's 'silky soft' and looks 'expensive'

  07-02-2025 18:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Aida-Alouette Damask Sateen Bedding Set comes in four colours and has earned five-star reviews for its 'gorgeous' look
  
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• Labour slam Northumberland County Council plan to remove huge numbers from housing list

  07-02-2025 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Under new Northumberland County Council proposals, anyone in Band 3 of the housing register's criteria would be removed from the list altogether
  
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• Gardners issued urgent warning as bird feeders pulled from sale over 'disease' fears

  07-02-2025 18:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The advice was also issued to viewers of BBC Winterwatch as the RSPB confirmed it has launched a safety review
  
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• Tourist hotspot and 'must visit' town less than 2 hours from Newcastle set for Bridget Jones fame

  07-02-2025 18:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A town which has topped the UK's 'must visit' list is set for big screen stardom in the new Bridget Jones film
  
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• Britain's Got Talent's Ant and Dec set to make 'major announcement' on ITV show

  07-02-2025 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  ITV hosts Ant and Dec appeared in a teaser on Britain's Got Talent's social media pages on Thursday night
  
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• Gateshead war heroes honoured after plaque rescued from skip unveiled at Family Hub

  07-02-2025 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plaques were found in a skip, after Gateshead Council had spent over two years searching for them
  
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• Jail for South Shields soldier who killed cyclist after using phone to browse social media at the wheel

  07-02-2025 18:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ian Morris, 71, was killed while cycling near Thirsk when danger driver Sophie Waugh, from South Shields, crashed into him. She was distracted by using social media on her phone at the wheel
  
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• Tynemouth man running distance of Newcastle to New York with marathon a day in memory of brother

  07-02-2025 18:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leodhais Macpherson intends to run 128 marathons in 128 days by June covering the distance between his brother's home and favourite place in the world
  
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• The Northumberland lake people think abandoned villages lie beneath

  07-02-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Kielder Water in Northumberland is the largest man-made lake in northern Europe and the reservoir has long been the subject of local folklore
  
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• Full transcript as Alan Shearer and Micah Richards argue over Newcastle boss schooling Mikel Arteta

  07-02-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United booked their place in the Carabao Cup Final with an emphatic win over Arsenal
  
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• Queues out the door as popular Newcastle shop re-opens after major makeover

  07-02-2025 17:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A popular Newcastle city centre shop relaunched in style on Friday with a line of customers out the door
  
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• Gateshead Flyover closure crisis risks killing off high street, businesses fear

  07-02-2025 17:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council is being urged to do more to help high street businesses survive the impact of the ongoing closure of the A167 flyover, which could take a year to demolish
  
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• Lib Dems call for probe into serious failings in Newcastle's council housing

  07-02-2025 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Council was told by the Regulator of Social Housing last month that it needed to make significant improvements, amid concerns over a major backlog of repairs
  
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• Former North Tyneside pub could be turned into retail and residential complex

  07-02-2025 17:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Grey Horse, in Camperdown, could be turned into shop units and flats
  
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• Police raid house in Newcastle's West End as man is arrested on suspicion of drug offences

  07-02-2025 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers broke down a door on Northcote Street in Fenham, in one of five organised raids in the city centre
  
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• First look inside Wingstop as world famous chicken restaurant arrives in Newcastle

  07-02-2025 17:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  World famous chicken restaurant Wingstop has arrived in Newcastle city centre to great excitement
  
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• BBC star 'banned' from dating app Hinge after 300 catfish reports

  07-02-2025 17:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gethin Jones, BBC presenter and TV personality claims that he has been banned from popular dating app Hinge, following 300 women who had reported his account thinking it was fake.
  
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• Sunderland man caught fly-tipping household waste and sofas on CCTV

  07-02-2025 17:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Malik Yansane had dumped three sofas, a plastic container, a child's bouncer chair and other waste dumped within sight of a post-mounted camera set up to deter fly-tipping
  
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• Sephora knocks 15% off Maison Margiela’s 'must have' perfume

  07-02-2025 17:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  "A must have for a man's cologne shelf. I purchased for my partner. It's officially his favourite perfume and I melt every time he walks by."
  
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• Newcastle United transfer decision justified as Manchester United 'mess' forgotten

  07-02-2025 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Martin Dubravka's time at Old Trafford was a disaster and he could have also left Newcastle in January
  
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• Northumberland garden centre to get carvery and create 40 new jobs

  07-02-2025 16:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  British Garden Centres says it will keep the site's soft play and mini golf facilities as it undergoes a revamp
  
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• Police called to abandoned Newcastle building after 'reports of concern' for person inside

  07-02-2025 16:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police officers were seen outside former nurses' accommodation Angel Heights on Friday morning
  
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• Snow in North East weekend weather forecast as temperatures drop

  07-02-2025 16:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cold Health Alerts are in force for the region and the Met Office has warned of potentially icy conditions across the UK in the coming days
  
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• Newcastle fans face cup final frustration as Network Rail confirms planned works won't change

  07-02-2025 16:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fans planning to drive to York to catch a train could also face issues as the long stay car park at York Station is set to close
  
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• Steph McGovern left with 'blood dripping off face' after horror injury on Netflix show

  07-02-2025 15:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Steph McGovern has opened up about a gruesome injury she sustained while filming new Netflix show Celebrity Bear Hunt,
  
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• Sunday Brunch host and MasterChef champion announced for County Durham food festival

  07-02-2025 15:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Bishop Auckland Food Festival is now a staple of County Durham's events calendar and welcomes more well-known chefs this April
  
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• Amazon shoppers praise 'brilliant' repair kit to fix broken fences 'in minutes'

  07-02-2025 15:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shoppers said the Post Buddy had added extra years to their old fences by making broken and leaning fence posts sturdy again
  
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• Inside the Newcastle club with 'legendary' stick carpet that was demolished after sad closure

  07-02-2025 15:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It was a sad day when a popular night club inside of a Newcastle shopping centre shut down nine years ago
  
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• Woman out jogging grabbed round neckline and thrown to ground by robber in South Shields

  07-02-2025 15:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shaun Lowes, of Jarrow, left the victim upset after the frightening attempted robbery in South Shields
  
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• 'Who can stop them' - Liverpool media view Newcastle's cup final chances amid 'meek surrender' jibe

  07-02-2025 14:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Carabao Cup final on March 16 will be contested by Liverpool and Newcastle United
  
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• Must visit town less than 2 hours from Newcastle set for Hollywood stardom in Bridget Jones film

  07-02-2025 14:50 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A town which has topped the UK's 'must visit' list is set for big screen stardom in the new Bridget Jones film
  
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