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Five ideas for exploring Tees Valley in autumn
Woodland walks, heritage travel, wildlife watching and quieter coastal paths offer possibilities for a local autumn day out.
Free adapted cycling sessions offer inclusive activity in Darlington
Darlington's Move More team is offering free Monday cycling sessions with adapted bikes and trikes for people with learning and physical disabilities.
CultureYoung Saltburn performers prepare Sleeping Beauty pantomime
Majestic Theatre Arts' junior cast will bring Sleeping Beauty to Saltburn Theatre from 30 November to 4 December 2026.
Darlington visitor guides put independent shops and attractions on the map
Room Ready Stays founder Mason Jordan-Tubbs has been developing free guides to help visitors discover Darlington beyond familiar tourist stops.
CommunityPizza House Easington keeps deliveries going despite Staithes road diversion
A local takeaway continued delivering to customers during October road closures, with its team reporting a much longer route into Staithes.
ConnectionUKSBS wins national training award for staff-led improvement projects
The public-sector services organisation, which has a Stockton office, has been recognised for a Green Belt programme requiring measurable workplace results.
CultureThe Gathering Sounds sets September 2027 return after Stockton festival draws more than 1,000
Organisers say over 50 artists performed across seven stages in 2026 and have confirmed next year's festival date.
ConnectionMiddlesbrough robotics firm Nippybot secures funding to expand delivery trials
The company's undisclosed angel investment will support more autonomous robots and new partnerships as it moves towards real-world deployment.
Free Redcar dance fitness classes extended until 18 December after pilot
Vibe Dance Fitness's Friday sessions at Newcomen Methodist Church Community Hall are continuing free of charge with support from Footprints and the Community Wellbeing Partnership.
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Toy Appeal referrals close Friday as £500 Christmas fund remains open
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Kilton Beck study will explore natural flood measures for Loftus and Skinningrove
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Extra half-term places open to more Middlesbrough families
Bring it on Boro has opened extra free October half-term places for children aged five to 16 in families facing financial or serious health pressures.
Stockton opens first public stage of new Local Plan
Residents, community groups and businesses can help set priorities for Stockton’s new Local Plan through three consultations open until 4 December.
Specialist chairs lift day-one mobilisation at North Tees
Twenty-three adjustable chairs are supporting orthopaedic recovery at University Hospital of North Tees after an early pilot improved day-one mobilisation.
North Tees trial tests five-minute urine check for acute pancreatitis
A first-in-the-UK study at the University Hospital of North Tees is testing whether a rapid bedside urine check can support earlier diagnosis of acute pancreatitis.
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Stephen Street brings four decades of studio lessons to Middlesbrough students
Preston Park adds relaxed session and story picnics to Victorian Christmas programme
Darlington students explore African culture through music and storytelling
Tees Valley digital creators offered £250 business-development grants
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