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• Minister will not commit to reopening Leamside Line

  18-03-2023 18:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Richard Holden says he is "interested" in the plans but has not committed to funding its reopening.
  
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• Warning there is ‘more to do’ on inheritance tax for Northumberland farmers despite uplift

  02-01-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government has watered down its earlier plans after significant protests across the country including in Northumberland
  
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• NHS alert to parents as thousands of babies and young children to get new jab

  02-01-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Youngsters are currently vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella through the MMR jab, now they will be offered protection against another potentially serious disease
  
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• 2026 is 'make or break' for long-awaited Northumberland roundabout upgrade

  02-01-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The notorious Moor Farm roundabout's upgrades have been fraught with complications
  
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• Sunderland player ratings vs Man City as one scores 10 and defensive quartet impress

  01-01-2026 23:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Matty Hewitt rated Sunderland's players after the draw with Manchester City at the Stadium of Light
  
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• Granit Xhaka's brilliant Eliezer Mayenda gesture sums up Sunderland's gritty draw with Man City

  01-01-2026 23:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland's unbeaten run at the Stadium of Light in the Premier League continues after Manchester City were held to a draw
  
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• Key HMRC income tax 2026 threshold £12,570 upate as expert gives £505 impact

  01-01-2026 23:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Chancellor has extended a freeze on income tax and national insurance thresholds until 2031, now a think tank has analysed the effect
  
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• Northumberland village welcomes 2026 with 'one of most spectacular fireworks displays'

  01-01-2026 20:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Seahouses attracted its 'biggest-ever' crowd of spectators for its New Year celebrations
  
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• Bid to buy huge Northumberland estate for nature reaches £10m milestone

  01-01-2026 20:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sir David Attenborough is among the people backing a conservation campaign to buy the Rothbury Estate
  
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• Top 10 Boots premium beauty buys with prices slashed in huge clearance sale

  01-01-2026 20:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From Benefit and Sol De Janeiro to Liz Earle and Elizabeth Arden, here are some of the biggest bargains shoppers are rushing to buy this New Year
  
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• Man threw drink on girlfriend and smashed glass in Tynemouth pub after she dumped him

  01-01-2026 20:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Josh Cameron also later broke the woman's phone and put her in a headlock after their relationship had ended
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, January 1, 2026

  01-01-2026 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Thursday, January 1
  
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• Meet the gorgeous babies who made New Year's Day extra special in the North East

  01-01-2026 19:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Proud parents have welcomed their new babies at the Royal Victoria Infirmary on January 1, 2026
  
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• Newcastle United already have £170m solution to goal frustrations, but it means a major change

  01-01-2026 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa are fit and ready for action - but we're yet to see them in the same side
  
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• Meet the 41 dogs starting 2026 in North East kennels hoping for a forever home for New Year

  01-01-2026 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Meet the adorable dogs looking for their forever home - could you help?
  
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• Emergency response to incident on Newcastle street with two taken to hospital

  01-01-2026 16:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The police and ambulance service were called to a private address on St George's Terrace in Jesmond on New Year's Day
  
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• Dunelm slashes price of bedding 'perfect for cold winter nights' in 15 colours

  01-01-2026 16:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Shoppers said the bedding keeps them 'so warm and cosy' as temperatures plunge across the UK with snow on the way
  
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• M&S shoppers rush to buy 'warm and snug' winter coat reduced from £70 to £35

  01-01-2026 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Marks & Spencer sale has seen several coats and jackets slashed to half price including the 'beautiful' Twill Single Breasted Collared Coat
  
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• 19 amazing pictures of swimmers braving icy North Sea for New Year's Day dip in Whitley Bay

  01-01-2026 15:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A longstanding tradition in Whitley Bay saw a group of young and old brave an icy swim
  
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• Shocking footage shows moment horror fire in Swiss ski resort bar began

  01-01-2026 15:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Video footage shows the moment flames began to spread through a Swiss bar
  
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• Hundreds enjoy sunrise New Year's Day Parkrun on the picturesque North East coast

  01-01-2026 15:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The sunrise provided a beautiful backdrop to the New Year's Day Whitley Bay Parkrun
  
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• Ways to make early Christmas payday cash last during January

  01-01-2026 14:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From checking your bank balance regularly to shopping for discounts, these practical tips can help stretch your salary
  
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• Amazon walking pad 'great' for weight loss and getting fit at home drops to £60

  01-01-2026 14:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Walden Sports Under Desk Walking Pad has 40% off in a New Year deal as a top buy for those 2026 resolutions to save on braving the cold or splashing out on a gym membership
  
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• Tragedy as man loses wife and two kids in Boxing Day house fire

  01-01-2026 13:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tom Shearman said his family were 'three of the greatest humans to ever grace our presence' in a statement shared by Gloucestershire Constabulary
  
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• Why Howaymanay could easily rival Hogmanay as Newcastle puts on a serious New Year party

  01-01-2026 13:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The first ever Howaymanay New Year's Eve event took place in Newcastle on Wednesday night as big crowds gathered to enjoy it
  
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• Stadium debate, transfer dilemma, 'rock' sponsorships - Five major decisions Newcastle face in 2026

  01-01-2026 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle have some major decisions facing them at the start of 2026
  
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• Joelinton delivers 'everything changes' verdict as Newcastle United reveal 2026 blueprint

  01-01-2026 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The midfielder has spoken openly and honestly about Newcastle United's aims going into 2026
  
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• Former Newcastle star speaks out about health struggles and how 'everything is self-doubt'

  01-01-2026 12:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Andy Cole spoke candidly on the In the Mixer podcast about his kidney problems.
  
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• Final meteor shower of winter to peak with over 100 shooting stars every hour

  01-01-2026 12:46 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Quadrantids will put on a show in the night sky this weekend as one of the biggest displays in the meteor shower calendar - here's how to see them
  
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• Crowds gather as Newcastle suburb sees in 2026 with stunning firework display

  01-01-2026 12:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Newcastle suburb saw in 2026 with a firework display after becoming a go-to spot over the festive season
  
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