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• Gabrielle postpones Newcastle gig due to illness telling fans she is 'so sorry'

  03-04-2025 23:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pop star has pulled out of a Friday night show at the O2 City Hall
  
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• Heaton drug driver tested positive for cannabis and cocaine had knife in car

  03-04-2025 22:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Salvatore Morales narrowly avoided an immediate stint behind bars after being found with the blade in his car
  
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• Newcastle University staff ready for 21 more days of strike action after spring break

  03-04-2025 21:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Academics have voted in favour further industrial action following a lack of a breakthrough in the dispute over budgets and jobs
  
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• Newcastle meat thief stole gammon worth £56, spat on guard and broke woman's jaw

  03-04-2025 21:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Colin Morrison is back behind bars after being recalled to prison following the attack on Saturday, March 29
  
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• Former Northumberland Tory MP Anne-Marie Trevelyan standing in council elections

  03-04-2025 21:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Berwick MP will be going up against the leader of Northumberland Labour
  
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• 'Fair' spending but no promise over Tyne Bridge

  03-04-2025 21:05 via bbc.com
  Uncertainty surrounds a £6.2m pledge from the last Conservative government for Tyne Bridge repairs.
  
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• Man City 115 charges verdict and Champions League race impact - 'Lawyers rubbing their hands'

  03-04-2025 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Manchester City are still awaiting a decision on their 115 charges case with the Premier League, with the likes of Newcastle United watching amid Champions League qualification impact
  
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• Northumberland Labour pledge to introduce auto-enrolment for pupils eligible for free school meals

  03-04-2025 20:54 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council identified more than 1,000 eligible children not receiving free school meals
  
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• Hitachi £300m train deal sparks big hopes for County Durham factory's future

  03-04-2025 20:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nine new Grand Central trains will be built at Hitachi's Newton Aycliffe plant, but bosses are most excited by cutting-edge battery technology they believe can deliver more and more orders
  
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• Set For Life results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Thursday, April 3

  03-04-2025 19:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Thursday, April 3
  
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• Deer stuck in iron gate 'squealed like a baby' as neighbours and firefighters battled to save it

  03-04-2025 19:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents found the deer lodged between the bars of a wrought iron gate and 'squealing like a baby'
  
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• Government 'keen to support' Newcastle United stadium plans, says Culture minister

  03-04-2025 19:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lisa Nandy has said Labour would be willing to back a stadium development in Newcastle in the same way it is supporting Manchester United's £2 billion plans for Old Trafford
  
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• Full list of candidates standing for Northumberland County Council local elections

  03-04-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Voters will be electing 69 councillors on May 1
  
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• Chelsea accounts reveal £9m shock 'that's beyond me' after Newcastle United deal

  03-04-2025 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United were sold for £305m in 2021 and Chelsea have sold their women's side to a parent company for sizeable fraction of that fee
  
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• Labour minister makes promise to North East as Tyne Bridge restoration funding worries continue

  03-04-2025 18:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Transport secretary Heidi Alexander promised the North East a 'fair' share of Government money and said that the Tyne Bridge's missing £6.2 million is being 'carefully' considered
  
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• Two debuts, 16 goals and derby hangover - Sunderland and Newcastle struggle as Durham fly on

  03-04-2025 18:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Women's Football Notebook as promotion hopes remain with just one North East club
  
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• The stunning castle an hour from Newcastle shortlisted for UK Garden of the Year award

  03-04-2025 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Public voting opens as Raby Castle in County Durham is named as award finalist for its beautiful walled garden
  
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• Gateshead Council staff request nap breaks and desk fans to tackle menopause symptoms

  03-04-2025 18:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Gateshead Council's Women and Girls committee is set to discuss the finding of a survey issued to staff asking for feedback on its menopause policies
  
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• Newcastle United see positives and negatives of PSR struggle after Alexander Isak development

  03-04-2025 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Eddie Howe is feeling the effects - and seeing some benefits - after being unable to spend at Newcastle
  
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• Gateshead GPs are nearly 50% booked up with same day appointments as NHS tries to make changes

  03-04-2025 17:53 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The rollout of a new system, guiding patients to alternative services, is hoped to alleviate dependence on same day GP appointments
  
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• Mum's anger that Benwell drugs lab caused blast that killed her seven-year-old son Archie York

  03-04-2025 17:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Reece Galbraith has pleaded guilty to manslaughter and cannabis charges over fatal explosion in Benwell
  
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• Marks and Spencer shoppers praise 'must-have' £28 trousers branded 'nicer than jeans'

  03-04-2025 17:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Denim Drawstring Wide-Leg Trousers come in three colours and are flying off the shelves thanks to their 'stylish but comfortable' style
  
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• Vicky Pattison's floral Matalan shirt dress perfect for spring now £17

  03-04-2025 17:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The discounted maxi dress is part of the TV personality's new fashion collaboration with Matalan and Little Mistress
  
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• The hidden castles of Northumberland

  03-04-2025 17:06 via bbc.co.uk
  Meet the man creating the first photographic record of all of Northumberland’s castles.
  
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• Newcastle United make Harvey Barnes decision ahead of Anthony Gordon return

  03-04-2025 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies will have genuine options at Leicester City on Monday night
  
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• Big queues in Newcastle as city centre restaurant gives away free food

  03-04-2025 16:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Newcastle restaurant was feeling generous on Thursday which just so happened to be National Burrito Day
  
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• AD FEATURE: Car finance mis-selling scandal claims - how to find out if you're owed £1,000s

  03-04-2025 16:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The car finance mis-selling scandal may have affected millions of UK motorists - with the UK Supreme Court due to rule later in 2025 on how much lenders need to pay back
  
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• Dunelm shoppers snap up 'stunning' £120 garden set for sunny spring weather

  03-04-2025 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Santorini 2 Seater Bistro Set will make it feel like summer with its bright colours while being made to withstand the unpredictable weather
  
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• Former Newcastle United star set for huge role in Championship title race

  03-04-2025 16:39 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former Magpies' shot stopper left the club in 2023 with the aim of returning to the Premier League
  
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• Man arrested for Seaham stabbing after police called to disturbance in shop

  03-04-2025 16:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police were responding to reports of theft from a store on West Coronation Street, Seaham, when they found another man with injuries
  
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• DWP Universal Credit claimants can get £1,200 cash boost through saving scheme - how it works

  03-04-2025 16:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  For every £1 you put in the savings account, the Government will boost it by 50p - here are all the rules and who can sign up for it
  
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• Sunderland handed huge Enzo Le Fee boost with Jobe Bellingham impact

  03-04-2025 16:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland injury update as Black Cats take on West Brom on Saturday in the Championship
  
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• Famous castle 12 miles from Newcastle shuts after being 'taken over' by Dungeons and Dragons

  03-04-2025 15:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A stunning castle in the North East was shut to the public last week after being taken over by a Dungeons and Dragons event
  
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• Police search for man with North Tyneside links over alleged assault

  03-04-2025 15:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Northumbria Police officers are appealing for help finding Kevin Chapman.
  
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• Northumberland 'hidden gem' 15 minutes from A1 with beautiful harbour makes top staycation list

  03-04-2025 15:17 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A place described as a Northumberland hidden gem is one of only two North East destinations on the best staycations in the UK list
  
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• Newcastle United trigger clause in long serving star's contract as Paul Mitchell makes statement

  03-04-2025 15:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United defender Fabian Schar is staying for at least one more year
  
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• Newcastle United Champions League showdown set for controversial high noon kick-off

  03-04-2025 15:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Magpies will face Chelsea in front of the TV cameras in May
  
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• Benwell explosion which killed seven-year-old caused by build up of butane used to create 'cannabis shatter'

  03-04-2025 15:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The property used by Reece Galbraith and Jason Laws was being used to create a "highly concentrated" cannabis extract
  
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• Newcastle United have new transfer untouchable as keen rivals sent blunt warning

  03-04-2025 15:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Alexander Isak is not the only Newcastle United talent likely to be wanted elsewhere
  
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• School in lockdown after teacher attacked with police called to scene and children in tears

  03-04-2025 14:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Two teenagers have been arrested after an incident at Manor Community Academy in Hartlepool
  
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• Menace who targeted taxi drivers jailed and banned from entering two areas of Newcastle

  03-04-2025 14:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Tony Hall repeatedly carried out attacks on taxis and other vehicles in Heaton, Jesmond, Fenham and the West End of Newcastle
  
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• How to see King Charles and Queen Camilla during Durham visit and everything you need to know

  03-04-2025 14:40 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  King Charles and Queen Camila will be attending the first Royal Maundy Service at Durham Cathedral in almost 60 years
  
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• Talented Sunderland youngster aiming to follow in footsteps of Chris Rigg and Tommy Watson

  03-04-2025 14:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Whittaker is hoping to push through into the Sunderland first team
  
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• Newcastle tops 'best in the UK' rankings in result that's great news for United fans

  03-04-2025 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle has come out on top on a list that will be music to the ears of football supporters in the city
  
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• Newcastle tops 'best in the UK' rankings in result that's great news for football fans

  03-04-2025 14:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle has come out on top on a list that will be music to the ears of football supporters in the city
  
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• Newcastle United reveal exciting 'gems' wish that could save millions in PSR win

  03-04-2025 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United youngsters Sean Neave and Leo Shahar joined Lewis Miley on the bench in the win against Brentford and Eddie Howe was full of praise for the pair
  
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• Eight new arrests after cars 'rammed into each other' near Newcastle bar before crash on Redheugh Bridge

  03-04-2025 13:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have now questioned nine people in connection with incident outside Switch on Scotswood Road
  
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• Lively seaside town 20 minutes from Newcastle with stunning beaches makes best UK staycation list

  03-04-2025 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A well known seaside town not far from Newcastle is one of 10 places on a new best staycation in the UK list
  
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• Lively seaside town 20 minutes from Newcastle makes UK's 'best staycation' list

  03-04-2025 13:28 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A well known seaside town not far from Newcastle is one of 10 places on a new best staycation in the UK list
  
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• Man admits killing boy and man in drug lab blast

  03-04-2025 13:27 via bbc.com
  Reece Galbraith admits two counts of manslaughter following the house explosion in October.
  
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