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• Final day old Metro trains are operating brings 'mixed emotions' for passengers

  26-06-2026 16:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Some of the many people on board one of the class 599 train's last official services on Friday shared their thoughts on the departure
  
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• Northumberland fire service selected as national wildfire response team

  26-06-2026 19:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It follows a record number of wildfires in the UK last year
  
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• Heartbroken family of Northumberland mum who died of cervical cancer slam DWP for refusing support

  26-06-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Danielle Gwyer was diagnosed with terminal cervical cancer in February and passed away earlier this month
  
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• Gateshead Council hunts for £1m-a-year senior management team

  26-06-2026 18:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Following a reorganisation of the council's senior management team, the hunt is on to fill the roles
  
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• Police officer tells Old Bailey how he twice shot John Henry Sayers with taser

  26-06-2026 18:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Henry Sayers and his son deny causing GBH with intent to Walter Patterson after an arson attack at his home in Byker
  
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• North East thunderstorms LIVE: Thunderstorm warning in effect across region

  26-06-2026 18:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A warning for thunderstorms was issued for the North East on Friday - here's how the region is being affected
  
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• Car overturns after another collision on A1 in Northumberland

  26-06-2026 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The car overturned after colliding with another close to the turn off north of Felton on the southbound carriageway
  
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• North East pizza legends get ready to open on Newcastle's 'hottest' food street

  26-06-2026 18:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A pizza chain with a great reputation for serving up great slices elsewhere in the North East are bound for Newcastle
  
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• Newcastle sex beast behind bars as police praise 'brave' victim

  26-06-2026 18:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Adam Rose was found guilty by a jury at Newcastle Crown Court
  
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• Police issue appeal after golden eagle sighted in Northumberland shot 17 times

  26-06-2026 16:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Squeagle the golden eagle was found with shotgun pellets lodged in her body and wings
  
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• The North East beach where you might spot a celeb or two in near 30 degree heat

  26-06-2026 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The boiling hot weather is set to continue in the North East this weekend meaning the beach is a great shout
  
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• Newcastle United 'must be rubbing their hands' after securing £69m before World Cup nightmare

  26-06-2026 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Anthony Gordon has struggled to make an impact at the World Cup with England so far this summer
  
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• John Henry Sayers trial LIVE: Cop tells Old Bailey Sayers was tasered while holding machete

  26-06-2026 16:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Henry Sayers and his son, John Henry Sayers junior, deny GBH with intent on a man after a car was driven into Sayers' property in Byker and set alight
  
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• Newcastle United transfer news LIVE: Magpies consider move for Borussia Dortmund star Felix Nmecha

  26-06-2026 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United transfer news, gossip and analysis as Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his squad
  
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• A1 crash LIVE: Traffic returns to normal after two car collision

  26-06-2026 16:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Traffic has returned to normal after an incident near Junction 75
  
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• A1 Northumberland crash LIVE: Vehicle overturns after two-car collision

  26-06-2026 16:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The A1 is blocked after a car overturned near Felton
  
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• Energy expert shares 'one of the cheapest ways to keep your home cool'

  26-06-2026 15:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A quick change to your bathroom can also help reduce temperatures
  
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• John Henry Sayers had been warned his life was in danger at hands of violent gang, Old Bailey hears

  26-06-2026 15:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Henry Sayers and his son, John Henry Sayers jnr, are standing trial accused of attacking an arsonist they caught torching a Range Rover which was rammed into his home in Byker
  
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• John Henry Sayers trial: Multiple attacks on home amid 'threat to life' warning from police

  26-06-2026 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Henry Sayers and his son, John Henry Sayers junior, deny GBH with intent on a man after a car was driven into Sayers' property in Byker and set alight
  
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• Aviation expert reveals 'one of the smartest moves you can make' when booking holidays

  26-06-2026 15:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A travel expert has shared some crucial booking tips for Brits planning to jet off this summer, including one piece of advice that could save you from being left out of pocket
  
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• Nick Woltemade is 'lost' at Newcastle United as World Cup struggles continue

  26-06-2026 15:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Woltemade is yet to feature for Germany in this summer's World Cup
  
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• Stage set for Something in the Water spectacular as all star cast descend on Newcastle

  26-06-2026 15:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Something in the Water, a celebration of the amazing talent we have in the North East, made a highly successful debut in 2025
  
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• North East thunderstorms LIVE: School closed and family home struck by lightning

  26-06-2026 14:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A warning for thunderstorms was issued for the North East on Friday - here's how the region is being affected
  
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• 'It was terrifying' - Tyneside family's horror after their home was struck by lightning

  26-06-2026 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The lightning strike blew all of the electrics inside the house and caused a gas leak
  
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• Dramatic lightning maps show more UK storms expected on Friday

  26-06-2026 14:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  This morning's storms saw dramatic lightning across the North East's skies
  
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• Plate Day 2026 start, finish and big race times for Newcastle Racecourse event

  26-06-2026 14:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  With the Northumberland Plate Festival well underway at Newcastle Racecourse, Plate Day 2026 is very much upon us
  
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• The weather alerts affecting the North East amid thunderstorms and heatwave - key details

  26-06-2026 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A record-breaking heatwave with booming thunderstorms, weather warnings are covering the North East
  
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• Amazon drops deal on Skechers sandals 'great for when feet swell in the heat'

  26-06-2026 13:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 'super comfortable' Skechers Go Walk Flex Sandals have been hailed as 'great for walking on hot days' and now have up to 33% off in a limited-time deal
  
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• A1 crash LIVE: Updates as major delays with road 'blocked' after collision in Newcastle

  26-06-2026 13:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Traffic is said to be "busy but moving"
  
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• Newcastle United transfer news LIVE Spurs 'confident' of Sandro Tonali deal and Folarin Balogun truth

  26-06-2026 13:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United transfer news, gossip and analysis as Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his squad
  
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