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• Northumberland's library service branded 'best in the country'

  27-09-2024 20:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Member numbers have increased significantly in the last year
  
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• Newcastle Christmas Market lit up as final preparations underway ahead of big opening

  16-11-2024 00:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle City Centre was lit up by the twinkling lights of the Christmas Market on Friday night, with everything in place for the grand opening tomorrow
  
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• I'm A Celebrity urged to axe animal and insect trials as ITV show is branded 'disgusting'

  15-11-2024 23:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! is set to return to screens next week and fans are concerned that the broadcaster will ramp up the trials involving animals and insects
  
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• DWP chief Liz Kendall vows to reform sickness and disability benefits during PIP debate

  15-11-2024 23:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The plan to turn the cash Personal Independence Payment (PIP) into a voucher-based system were raked over the coals in parliament this week, with the new head of the DWP, Liz Kendall MP, grilled over the public uproar
  
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• GMB presenters Kate Garraway and Adil Ray halt show to share 'dreadful' news

  15-11-2024 23:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Good Morning Britain was interrupted on Friday as Kate Garraway and Adil Ray shared some 'dreadful' breaking news with viewers, which saw the show come to a halt
  
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• NHS warns everyone in UK should take vitamin D for six months - how to get your fix

  15-11-2024 23:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From October to March, we often have to rely on foods containing vitamin D, but it's usually challenging to get enough from diet alone - which is where supplements come in
  
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• One vegetable Tim Spector has branded 'magical' and a 'real life saver'

  15-11-2024 23:07 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A specific vegetable has been branded as a 'magical' superfood and a 'real life saver' by an expert, as its benefits are finally being discovered
  
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• DWP dismisses 'tension' over Winter Fuel Payment cut and Pension Credit increase

  15-11-2024 23:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The DWP has been urged to rethink plans to limit Winter Fuel Payments to the poorest pensioners, with MPs warning the move could lead to a surge in claims for Pension Credit
  
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• Seven conditions which mean you can skip long GP queues and get treatment straight away

  15-11-2024 22:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The NHS is urging people to use the Pharmacy First scheme as it can help save time and money - and there are seven conditions that mean you can skip long GP queues
  
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• BBC Children in Need viewers brand show 'carnage' minutes in as they spot the same thing

  15-11-2024 22:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The BBC Children in Need 2024 presenters took to the stage for the first time as they kick started this year's charity extravaganza
  
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• Newcastle mum's warning as she was 'vomiting blood' after taking 'skinny jab'

  15-11-2024 22:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leigh-Anne Lagden claims to have become unwell from a weight loss drug sent to her as a "freebie" to promote a company on Instagram
  
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• Five key driving tips motorists must follow as Met Office issues North East snow warning

  15-11-2024 22:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The UK is set to be hit with a 72-hour snow warning from Sunday to Tuesday when the Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings. The Met Office has shared five key driving tips
  
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• Six red flag symptoms as Davina McCall undergoes surgery after brain tumour diagnosis

  15-11-2024 21:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV presenter Davina McCall has revealed she has a brain tumour as she shared a clip of herself laughing with her partner Michael Douglas as she told of her diagnosis
  
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• Darts leisure firm eyes Newcastle for 'Flight Club' social sports bar with a difference

  15-11-2024 21:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Flight Club already has a number of successful venues across the UK
  
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• UK ex-pat who's lived in Tenerife for 10 years says tourists should be 'very careful' this winter

  15-11-2024 21:08 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A Brit who's lived in Tenerife for more than a decade has shared a warning for tourists heading to the sunny isle this winter, as pickpockets are said to be rife
  
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• All the heating bills support available as UK temperatures are set to plunge

  15-11-2024 20:58 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Freezing temperatures are on the way and many Brits are worried about their heating bills. But there is help available via the Cold Weather Payment and other schemes
  
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• Full North East Ambulance Service statement as coroner rules failures contributed to County Durham dad's death

  15-11-2024 20:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North East Ambulance Service said it accepts today's findings and has already taken steps to ensure this won't happen again.
  
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• The Northumberland charity shop which has been named the North East's favourite

  15-11-2024 20:43 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Tynedale Hospice at Home store on Fore Street in Hexham was named the region's favourite, with 6,500 shops nominated across the UK
  
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• Heartbreak as body found in search for missing County Durham man Paul Smurthwaite

  15-11-2024 20:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious
  
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• County Durham railway station to see rise in hourly services as operator increases capacity

  15-11-2024 20:11 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chester-le-Street station will be served by more TransPennine Express services from next month
  
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• EuroMillions and Thunderball results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for huge £127m draw

  15-11-2024 20:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's EuroMillions and Thunderball draw on Friday, November 15
  
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• Newcastle 'advent calendar' returns with top city attractions opening doors for free

  15-11-2024 19:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  St James' Park is among the city venues offering free behind-the-scenes access in NE1's 24 Doors of Christmas even which this year also includes a chance to drive a Metro train simulator
  
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• County Durham widow speaks out after two-year wait for answers on husband's death

  15-11-2024 19:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An inquest ruled that it was "highly likely" that Aaron Morris would have survived had "available specialist medical treatment been applied in a timely manner"
  
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• Two taken to hospital after crash closes County Durham road

  15-11-2024 19:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to Essington Way in Peterlee shortly after 4pm on Friday after reports of a collision
  
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• County Durham bridges in need of repair as council lists structures in poor condition

  15-11-2024 19:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council has shared the nine structures most in need of funding due to their current conditions
  
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• Scenes of a Bigg Night Out in Newcastle in 2010 with some rather fancy dress

  15-11-2024 18:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  See if you can spot anyone you know in these 10 images of people enjoying November nights out on the town 14 years ago
  
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• Rockliffe Hall Hotel in Darlington secures extended wedding licence amid major redevelopment plans

  15-11-2024 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The resort in Hurworth, Darlington, applied to extend its licence for a further three years
  
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• Love Island's Adam Collard to switch on Northumberland town's Christmas lights

  15-11-2024 18:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Local shops will extend their opening hours on the day of the light's switch on, and a Christmas Trail will take place in the days following the switch-on
  
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• North East Ambulance Service failings and neglect contributed to death of dad of five Aaron Morris inquest rules

  15-11-2024 18:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  An inquest concluded that it was "highly likely" that Aaron Morris would have survived had "available specialist medical treatment been applied in a timely manner"
  
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• Sandro Tonali's 'perfect' display hailed as he shines next to Newcastle United transfer target

  15-11-2024 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle United ace Sandro Tonali has been hitting the headlines for Italy this week after shining for his country
  
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