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Dog Days Delight: Redcar and Cleveland’s Journey to Becoming the North-East’s Top Dog-Friendly Destination
Redcar and Cleveland are barking up the right tree with their mission to become the most dog-friendly district in the North-East. With an increasing number of cafes, restaurants, and even a cinema rolling out the red carpet for our four-legged friends, it’s clear that dogs are more than just pets—they’re VIPs (Very…
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Free Family Fun Awaits at Hemlington’s Exciting New Venue
Hemlington’s 2024 Family Fun Day moved to Viewley Hill Shopping Centre with free sport, circus skills, rides and activities supporting local businesses.
Local CouncilsWhat a night! Emotional night as our community heroes receive award
HEROES who work tirelessly to for their communities right across the borough have received recognition awards from the Mayor in a special ceremony. A total of 19 individuals and groups received recognition at the annual Mayor’s Community Achievement Awards held at the Civic Centre in Redcar at a packed event last night, Wednesday 27 March. […]
Major overhaul gives Acklam Library 21st century IT boost
A major overhaul to update digital facilities at a key Middlesbrough community hub and library has been unveiled this week. Acklam Community Hub and Library’s popular ICT suite has been completely refurbished as part of a £270,000 programme of new investment. The new suite was officially opened at a special…
Civic Award Winners are Celebrated
Outstanding people from the Borough of Stockton-on-Tees were honoured by the outgoing Mayor, Councillor Jim Beall, for their inspirational work and selfless acts. The Mayor’s Civic Awards shine a light on the Borough’s community champions, whose kindness and empathy inspire others and make Stockton-on-Tees a great…
Local CouncilsJohn Gardner Takes Office as the New Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees: A Look into His Background and Priorities
Councillor John Gardner is the new Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees. He was officially installed at the Council’s Annual Meeting today (Wednesday, 3 April), replacing Councillor Jim Beall at the end of his mayoral year. Born in the Borough, Councillor Gardner lived in Fairfield and attended Fairfield Junior School and Grangefield Grammar School for Boys. Councillor Gardner […]
Local CouncilsMayor of Stockton-on-Tees marks start of work on bold new extension at Preston Park
Work has officially started on a new, modern extension to Preston Park Museum which will create a space for nationally significant touring exhibitions and loans. The Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees unveiled a plaque to commemorate construction work beginning on the 500msq building today (12 FEB) before putting the first spade in the ground.The Mayor was joined […]
New Funding To Boost Region’s Artistic Talent
A new fund to champion the region’s creatives has been launched, with five artists or collectives set to secure £30,000 each to accelerate their careers. Tees Valley Artists of the Year 2024 & 2025 will see talent from creative backgrounds including dance, theatre, visual arts, music, literature and film selected…
Darlington Earns Prestigious Purple Flag for Exceptional Nightlife Experience in 2024
For the fifth year in a row, Darlington has been flagged as a great place for a night out. Following a thorough re-assessment process, the town has been awarded the prestigious purple flag award in recognition of its safe, welcoming, and diverse night-time economy. The accreditation, which is similar to the Blue…
Hartlepool Council: Have you joined the big conversation?
Time is running out for people to take part in a major public consultation and engagement exercise run by Hartlepool Borough Council. The Big Conversation – Your Say, Our Future will finish at the end of the month – ten weeks after being launched. The Council is keen to find out what residents and its […]
HistoryStockton Council: Commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day
Holocaust Memorial Day will this year be marked with a poignant event in Stockton Central Library, where the Borough’s residents can reflect and remember. The international event takes place each year on 27 January to remember the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust, alongside the millions of other people killed under Nazi persecution and […]
ArtStockton Council: Yarm Town Hall Heritage Centre officially opens launching new exhibition and art installation
Yarm Town Hall Heritage Centre has officially opened its doors, showcasing ‘Island in a River’, the new permanent exhibition inspired by the history of one of the most outstanding scenic towns in the region. The exhibition has been created by artist Matthew Rosier for the newly refurbished Grade II listed town hall and will celebrate […]
HeritageStockton Council: ‘Dragon Fort’ feature completes impressive upgrades to Romano Park in Ingleby Barwick
Improvement works to Romano Park in Ingleby Barwick have been completed, including a revamped play area with a unique, ‘dragon fort’ feature, which is the first of its kind. The bespoke play equipment includes the unique dragon fort and climbing ‘bloqx’ that were developed with input from local schoolchildren and members of the public. Young […]
Redcar & Cleveland Council: terms agreed to secure site for £70M Coatham arena project
Redcar and Cleveland Council agreed terms for a lease option on the former Coatham Bowl site, allowing a privately funded 5,000-capacity arena proposal to progress.
Darlington Council: Free social media workshop
Clubs, community groups and local businesses, with sustainability at their heart are being encouraged to take a leap of faith and sign up for a free social media workshop on Thursday 29 February, Set to take place at the Dolphin Centre from 6-8pm, the two-hour session will be delivered by Kerry Metcalfe owner and…
Local CouncilsStockton Council: Time capsule buried in newly improved Tennant Square in Stockton
Young people and the Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees have marked an exciting heritage milestone in the Town Centre’s transformation by burying a time capsule at the newly completed Tennant Square. The time capsule was presented to the Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees, Councillor Jim Beall at a ceremony on Tuesday (5 DEC) at the north end of the […]
Middlesbrough Council: Make your voice heard on budget proposals online or at in-person events
Members of the public can have their say on Middlesbrough Council’s budget proposals for 2024-25. Their views will form part of a consultation involving a range of stakeholders, before further consideration by the Council’s Executive and a final decision by full Council. Residents can take part at special events in…
Darlington Council: Dolphin Centre pool re-opening date confirmed
Darlington confirmed that the Dolphin Centre’s main pool would reopen on 26 January 2024 after essential work, while repairs continued elsewhere in the pool complex.
Darlington Council: Search is on for dogs with star quality
Do you think you dog has star quality? Does your four-legged friend adore the camera? Then we want to hear from you. We’re on the hunt for some handsome hounds and pretty pooches to feature in a special video we’re planning as part of our ongoing Bag It Bin It campaign to tackle dog fouling. […]
Darlington Council: Meet the Youth MP candidates
Five young people are campaigning to Darlington’s next Member of Youth Parliament. Between now and Friday 1 March, the candidates will be campaigning to gain the votes of young people in Darlington. They will each have three main topics which they are campaigning for. Once elected, this young person will represent…
Darlington Council: Popular jobs fair returns in February
Around 100 exhibitors are expected to join us at our hugely popular Darlington Jobs Fair on 8 February 2024 at the Dolphin Centre. The free event coincides with National Apprenticeship Week and has opportunities for people of all ages, interests and backgrounds, including people who are seeking employment, those…
Local CouncilsMiddlesbrough Council: Mayor’s praise for food campaign as new distribution centre opens
Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke has praised the impact of FareShare North East after the food charity opened a new distribution centre in the town. The charity works with supermarkets and the wider food industry to get perfectly good to eat surplus food to local organisations. Food is distributed each week from the Tees Food Hub […]
ConnectionRedcar & Cleveland Council: Defibrillator installed at the Regent in memory of a community role model
In memory of her late husband Steve, Karen Davies, from Redcar, began her charitable mission to install as many defibrillators as possible across Redcar and Cleveland. The latest defibrillator donated as part of her charity was installed outside The Regent Cinema. In January 2022, after Steve’s sudden death at 65 caused by a cardiac arrest […]
Stockton Council: 750 helped into employment since last year as Employment and Training Hub goes from “strength to strength”
More than 750 people have now secured jobs with help from the “thriving” Stockton-on-Tees Employment and Training Hub, figures have revealed. The hub has also had thousands more sign-up and visit events to help find their dream career since it opened in Wellington Square last year. And with a range of facilities…
Stockton Council: Community voices called upon to help shape Council services
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council will put communities “at the heart of everything” with the creation of a new board to help shape services it delivers. The ‘Making It Real Board’ will be made up of people with lived experience who have, or will, access Council adults and health services. And the personal knowledge…
FestivalsMiddlesbrough Council: Orange Pip moves to Centre Square For Christmas Special
Orange Pip Market is on the move this weekend in response to the latest government guideline changes to indoor venue requirements. Relocating from its proposed venue of Middlesbrough Town Hall, the popular artisan food and drink festival will now be held outdoors on Centre Square. Visitors planning to attend are encouraged to take a lateral […]