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10 unusual Newcastle street and place names - from Dog Leap Stairs to Pudding Chare
Newcastle upon Tyne
A brief history of Amen Corner, Dog Leap Stairs, Pudding Chare and other Newcastle streets and places with unusual names
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TV's Likely Lads at 50: Memories of Terry and Bob on location in Heaton, Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne
Readers share their memories of the day a BBC TV crew turned up unexpectedly in Heaton to film outdoor scenes for Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
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Farewell to one of the old River Tyne bridges in 1984 - watch our video clip
Gateshead
We see work getting underway to remove the old Redheugh Bridge that linked the west end of Newcastle and Gateshead - in our latest offering from the North East Film Archive
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When Newcastle United turned Inter Milan's famous San Siro stadium black and white
Newcastle United FC History
It's 20 years since Newcastle United - backed by 12,000 travelling fans - stepped out at one of world football's most iconic stadiums, the San Siro
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Tyneside 20 years ago: 10 photographs from around our region in 2003
Newcastle upon Tyne
Our 10 photographs from the ChronicleLive archive recall some of what was happening around our region 20 years ago
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A fun night out in Newcastle city centre 15 years ago: 10 photographs from 2008
Newcastle upon Tyne
These ladies and gentlemen were out on the town in Newcastle 15 years ago - and photographed for the Chronicle's weekly Bigg Night Out feature
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On Get Carter's anniversary: Five then-and-now Tyneside location scenes from the classic film
Newcastle upon Tyne
Get Carter had its European premiere at the ABC cinema in Newcastle's Haymarket on March 7, 1971 - much of the film's action vividly captures Tyneside as it was half a century ago
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The powerful work of Tyneside photographer Tish Murtha is showcased in three new exhibitions
Newcastle upon Tyne
The exhibition, Camera In Hand, will officially open at Tish Murtha House in Elswick on what would have been the photographer's 67th birthday. It is one of three opening in Newcastle
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The Beast of Bolam Lake - and other fantastical tales from Northumberland
Northumberland
Stories, myths and legends - from the Alnwick Bloodsucker to the Hermit of Warkworth - are collected in a new book, Illustrated Tales Of Northumberland
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Newcastle's historic Nelson Street - pubs, shoemakers and Charles Dickens
Newcastle upon Tyne
Nelson Street was once home to a dispensary, Primitive Methodist chapel, and a Victorian music hall where, in 1861, Charles Dickens gave readings of his works
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The Tuxedo Princess arrives on Tyneside 40 years ago - voyage of a legendary nightspot
Gateshead
Sailing into the River Tyne in March 1983, the Tuxedo Princess floating nightclub would earn a place in modern Tyneside folklore over the following quarter of a century
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When the the most brutal UK winter in living memory finally came to an end
Newcastle upon Tyne
For almost three months between December 1962 and March 1963, the people of Britain struggled through treacherous streets deep with ice and snow, and were battered by bitter gale force winds
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World War II casualties in the North East: New study reveals shocking death toll
World War Two
During World War II, 29,838 women and 34,126 men lost their lives on British soil - new research from family history website, Findmypast, recalls the victims' personal details
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The World War I female footballer from Blyth who was the Alan Shearer of her day
Blyth
A new banner display will commemorate Bella Reay, the prolific World War I-era striker who notched 133 goals in 30 games for Blyth Spartans Ladies between 1917 and 1918
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A 1980s night out on Tyneside: 10 photos of big hair and padded shoulders
South Shields
Our 10 photographs recall lads ands lasses having fun nights out in the 1980s at Banwells nightclub in South Shields. Recognise any faces?
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Back to school on Tyneside in the 1960s - 10 classroom photographs
Newcastle upon Tyne
Our 10 photographs from the ChronicleLive archive recall classroom line-ups captured in Tyneside schools during the 1960s. Recognise any faces?
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Another 'phallic symbol' found near Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland by archaeologists
Hadrian's Wall
Buried through the ages under land near Hadrian's Wall, archaeologists believe rock art they have uncovered may be a "phallic symbol" created by native Britons
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30 years ago: The Tyneside showbiz couple and their son who would go on to be a rock star
Newcastle upon Tyne
Photographed for the Chronicle with his famous mam and dad in March 1993 - 30 years later, Matty Healy is one of the UK's biggest rock stars
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Then and Now: The Newcastle street where TV Likely Lad Terry Collier took his driving test
Newcastle upon Tyne
Fifty years after Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads? first appeared on television, we've been revisiting some of the Tyneside and Northumberland outdoor locations that appeared in the show
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Watch a promo for Cost Of Living - a new film using archive North East footage
North East Film Archive
Cost Of Living is 'a timely archive film with an uncanny sense of déjà vu' - produced by the North East Film Archive and Yorkshire Film Archive
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70 years ago today - when Gateshead eclipsed Newcastle United in the football headlines
Gateshead
On February 28, 1953, more than 17,000 fans flocked to the old Redheugh Park ground to watch Gateshead play Bolton Wanderers in the quarter-final of the FA Cup
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The non-league heroes who packed out St James' Park for a memorable FA Cup clash
St James' Park
Supporters from all corners of our region joined forces at St James' Park 45 years ago to give their backing to non-league Blyth Spartans in the fifth round of the FA Cup
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Legendary pop pioneers announce Tyneside date on 60th anniversary UK tour
The Sage Gateshead
The Manfreds - formerly known as Manfred Mann - have announced a comprehensive UK tour, including a date at The Sage Gateshead, later this year
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Acclaimed artist Bob Olley donates paintings to South Shields Museum
South Shields
Artist Bob Olley has donated five striking paintings celebrating the heritage of shipbuilding on South Tyneside to South Shields Art Gallery
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Follow live updates here for the latest on the roads and public transport across the region
Newcastle dating app swindler duped gran out of £320,000 after marrying her in Las Vegas
Newcastle upon Tyne
Marc Raven, 61, conned two women out of a total of £400,000 and has been jailed for eight years
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What Yasir Al-Rumayyan told chancellor about Newcastle investment as he meets Prime Minister
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Newcastle United chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan was among those in attendance at the Global Investment Summit and the PIF governor discussed the impact of the club's takeover
Gateshead woman bit 84-year-old to steal £20 after campaign of harassment
Newcastle Crown Court
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Full list of Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches set to close - including North East one
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Universal Credit
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