Newcastle Chronicle

Reach plc News & Magazines In-app purchases Contains ads

The latest news, sport and what's on from the heart of Newcastle

Rating: 4.4; 3.7K ratings
Downloads: 122K+; on Google Play
Price: Free; In-app purchases
Updated: Sep 24; 2026 · v26.9.21

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About Newcastle Chronicle

Get the very latest news from Newcastle, the North East & around the globe, celebrity gossip, business and sport 24/7. Keep up to date with your football matches & transfers and find out what's on in your area.

Completely customisable, the Chronicle Live App allows you to tailor what news you consume and when. You can even follow your Newcastle football team to keep informed of the latest news on your favourite club, whether it be Newcastle FC or Sunderland AFC.

The Chronicle Live app is the best way to follow breaking Newcastle and North East news, including live blogs and live video.

Keep up-to-date with the latest in:

· Top local news stories from Newcastle and the North East
· Breaking UK and world news
· Football and Sport news
· Newcastle FC and Sunderland AFC coverage
· Celebrity news
· North East event listings and What's On guides
· North East restaurant guides and reviews
· TV & Film news and reviews

What’s new

Version 26.9.21 · Updated September 24, 2026

This release is all about behind the scenes changes and general bug fixes. We are planning some other improvements for our next release, so stay tuned and up to date to make sure you get the best possible experience.

User reviews

Des Kindley

300 miles away I can keep in touch

Geoffrey Graydon

Good news and I buy the paper to that's delivered by a good guy

John Reid

Happy

David Hoins

Great app, shame it can be breeding ground for aborhant vile racists pretending to be true readers, admin needs to step up its game and filter out trouble makers and vile disgusting comments sometimes made by those pushing racial haterd

Peter Armstrong

Really helpful for local news&sport.

David Patterson

Very informative & easy to read

Frequently asked questions

What can I find on the Newcastle Chronicle website?

You can find the latest news from Newcastle, the North East, and around the world, as well as celebrity gossip, business updates, and sports news.

Can I customize the news I see on the Chronicle Live App?

Yes, the Chronicle Live App is completely customizable, allowing you to choose what news you want to consume and when.

Can I stay informed about my favorite football team on the app?

Absolutely, you can follow your Newcastle football team on the app to get the latest news about your favorite club, whether it's Newcastle FC or Sunderland AFC.

Does the app provide live coverage of news?

Yes, the Chronicle Live app offers live blogs and live videos, keeping you updated with breaking news in Newcastle and the North East.

What other news categories does the app cover?

The app covers top local news stories, breaking news from the UK and around the world, football and sports news, celebrity news, event listings, restaurant guides and reviews, as well as TV & Film news and reviews.

App details

Newcastle Chronicle is a free News & Magazines app for Android with 100,000+ installs on Google Play and a 4.4/5 average rating from 3,714 ratings. It was released on August 5, 2013 and last updated on September 24, 2026. It's developed by Reach plc. It requires Android 7.0 or later. The app contains ads and offers in-app purchases.

Category: News & Magazines
Rating: 4.4 / 5 (3,714)
Installs: 122,354
In-app purchases: Yes
Ads: Contains ads
Version: 26.9.21
Requires Android: 7.0
Content rating: Everyone 10+
Released: August 5, 2013
Last updated: September 24, 2026
Developer: Reach plc

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