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• Final testing complete on new Metro fleet

  21-10-2026 21:25 via BBC News
  
  The last of the 46 trains has been handed over by the Swiss manufacturer, two months ahead of target.
  
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• The full story of Billy Dunlop - the North East murderer who's making a bid for freedom

  24-10-2026 19:19 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Billy Dunlop was cleared of murder twice - but a prison officer secretly recorded him admitting to killing Julie Hogg
  
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• Tyne Tunnel fire LIVE: Heavy traffic with roads back open after 999 response

  24-10-2026 19:05 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Emergency services are at the scene of an incident in the Tyne Tunnel which has led to a huge build-up of traffic in the area
  
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• Moment two men shoot eachother in nightclub after row over 'respect'

  24-10-2026 19:02 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Aaron Nubie, 47, and Kimani Durrell-Smith, 28, were handed extended 15-year custodial sentences after blasting each other at Aston's FJ Lounge following a row over 'disrespect', a court heard
  
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• Newcastle United and Sunderland records on the line in two mouthwatering challenges

  24-10-2026 19:00 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Women's Football Notebook: It's back to league action with two tough away days
  
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• Tyne Tunnel fire LIVE: Major route closed southbound with emergency services on scene

  24-10-2026 18:37 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Emergency services are at the scene of an incident in the Tyne Tunnel which has led to a huge build-up of traffic in the area
  
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• Man in wheelchair sexually assaulted nurse and woman at Newcastle's RVI

  24-10-2026 18:15 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Michael Corbett assaulted two women while he was a patient at the hospital
  
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• Storm Boelo arrives in the North East with travel disruption and events cancelled

  24-10-2026 18:11 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Wet and windy weather has descended on the region today, with the Met Office warning of gusts ranging from 55-80mph
  
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• Steins in the storm! 26 photos of Oktoberfest in Newcastle as drinkers brave bad weather to party

  24-10-2026 18:00 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The final day of Oktoberfest 2026 in Newcastle took place as the city was battered by rain and high winds
  
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• Newcastle United's transfer policy questioned after successive defeats - 'must be frustrating'

  24-10-2026 18:00 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Newcastle have spent heavily on youing players after the 2025 window which didn't work out well
  
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• 'Dave's love for life is still here' - Hairy Biker's widow Lili wants to carry on his legacy and inspire others

  24-10-2026 17:47 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Lili Myers's husband, TV Hairy Biker Dave, died in 2024. She told ChronicleLive his "extraordinary" impact still inspired the people she meets every day
  
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• Then and Now: A view of Newcastle’s historic quarter in 1965 - and the same location today

  24-10-2026 17:36 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Six decades separate our two photographs - but change has been minimal
  
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• Road, rail and ferry disruptions as Storm Boelo hits North East - key details

  24-10-2026 16:55 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  'Do not travel' warnings have been issued as services cancelled or disrupted due to strong winds
  
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• Newcastle's newest singing superstar crowned after acts battle it out in 2026 karaoke final

  24-10-2026 16:51 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  A packed bar watched on on Thursday night as an impressive Newcastle karaoke final ended with one winner
  
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• Ticket frenzy as world famous children's TV legends The Wiggles coming to Newcastle in 2027

  24-10-2026 16:08 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  A group known across the globe and loved by children and their parents are coming to Newcastle next year
  
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• 'I visited the most dramatic Northumberland castle - not Bamburgh or Alnwick'

  24-10-2026 15:54 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Northumbria has no shortage of castles - more than 70 are scattered around the county - but there's one which is more dramatic than the rest
  
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• Famous 'scarycrow' trail returns to Northumberland estate for Halloween

  24-10-2026 15:53 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Locals have been creating the fantastic displays for 19 years
  
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• I won the Premier League with Man City but loved wearing iconic Newcastle United shirt

  24-10-2026 15:47 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart has revealed he was a big fan of the iconic Newcastle United shirt
  
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• I volunteered for an RNLI training night and saw the dedication to saving lives firsthand

  24-10-2026 15:44 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  I become a volunteer for RNLI for a training night and see the dedication to saving lives first hand
  
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• BBC viewers have one major issue with Northumbria Mysteries and it's nothing to do with the cast

  24-10-2026 15:39 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The Northumbria Mysteries made its debut on BBC One on Friday with many viewers left saying the same thing
  
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• Popular Gateshead pub to close for big transformation after 'major investment'

  24-10-2026 15:35 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The pub, owned by Greene King is getting a new look, just in time for this year's Christmas celebrations
  
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• Organisers 'absolutely gutted' as Alnwick Halloween House opening night display cancelled

  24-10-2026 15:11 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The official opening of the spooky display on Saturday has been postponed due to severe winds from Storm Boelo
  
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• Dance legends confirmed on line-up for 'biggest ever' Clubland show in Newcastle

  24-10-2026 14:57 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Clubland is turning 25 in style with a massive anniversary arena tour that will visit Newcastle in 2027
  
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• Greggs says 'it's incredible' as return of annual staple beats all-time sales record

  24-10-2026 14:55 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Geordie baker Greggs celebrates pastry's huge first day success
  
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• Newcastle special needs assessment delays cut – but most families still have to wait too long

  24-10-2026 14:31 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Newcastle City Council has previously apologised over the lengthy delays faced by families waiting for an education, health and care plan (EHCP) for their child
  
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• Storm Boelo LIVE: North East events cancelled and travel disruption as amber warning issued

  24-10-2026 14:23 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The Met Office has issued a yellow and amber weather warning on Saturday with disruption expected across the North East
  
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• From corner shops to modern mall - the 60‑year story of Wallsend’s Forum shopping centre

  24-10-2026 14:05 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The centre was one of dozens that opened across the UK in the 1960s, changing the way people shopped
  
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• Magical attraction Candy Cane Crossing to open in Gateshead for Christmas 2026

  24-10-2026 14:02 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  A brand new festive event is arriving in Gateshead this Christmas in the shape of Candy Cane Crossing
  
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• Newcastle United legend refused to attend Ballon d'Or afterparty after being voted in third place

  24-10-2026 14:00 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  The Newcastle icon was in a foul mood
  
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• I was a Newcastle United cult hero, but Palace boss Sage is one of the best I've worked with

  24-10-2026 14:00 via ChronicleLive - Home
  
  Former Magpies winger Allan Saint-Maximin is a big fan of under-pressure Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage
  
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