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Eight Teesside University funding schemes close on 21 October
Students starting eligible courses can apply for 18 awards across engineering, business, computing, games, science and health before the shared deadline.
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Period kits to travel with Teesside University teams for away fixtures
Small period-care bags will travel with university sports clubs to help students manage unexpected periods while competing away from campus.
Year 5 pupils to explore Tees Valley careers through new college partnership
Middlesbrough College and Lingfield Education Trust have agreed three years of careers activity, employer contact and staff development for primary schools.
James Cook critical care team recruits more than 850 patients to national genetics study
The Middlesbrough team is helping researchers understand why infections and conditions such as sepsis make some people far more seriously ill than others.
James Cook research aims to protect heart health during chemotherapy
A British Heart Foundation-funded study led from Middlesbrough is tracking how anthracycline chemotherapy can affect the heart over time.
Patients and staff help honour Tees NHS heroes at first Caring Better Together Awards
Fifteen award categories celebrated clinical, support and volunteer teams from hospitals and community services across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire.
Alan Peacock memorial walk brings Boro supporters together for dementia support
Supporters retraced Middlesbrough landmarks in memory of loved ones while raising support for MFC Foundation and Dementia Action Teesside.
Tees Valley supporters raise more than £12,000 for MFC Foundation in 14,000ft skydive
Twenty-one volunteers took the plunge at Shotton Colliery Airfield to support the Foundation’s community work.
Middlesbrough’s Union Village named top winner at national Housing Design Awards
The Gresham development of 145 homes and four communal gardens has won both the overall Winner of Winners title and a Healthy Homes award.
£240,000 fund creates 11 new youth clubs and activities across Middlesbrough
New sessions will fill gaps in neighbourhoods including Easterside, Linthorpe, Trimdon, Marton and Nunthorpe, with extra provision elsewhere too.
Inside Middlesbrough’s new Pitch! Sports Bar as huge new venue opens its doors
A new sports and social venue has opened beneath the A66 in Middlesbrough, with a 23ft screen, 27 TVs, sports simulators, interactive darts, pool, food and drink.
James Cook radiologist receives Teesside University honorary professorship
Professor Maya Jafari has been appointed an honorary professor at Teesside University, recognising work that spans NHS imaging, research and clinical education.
Middlesbrough hosts northern trials for England’s next Homeless World Cup team
Nine teams from across northern England took part in England selection trials at MFC Foundation’s Southlands hub, with Middlesbrough and Hartlepool sides among the group winners.
Middlesbrough tests all-electric street cleaner in town-centre trial
A new electric vacuum-and-water street cleaning machine is being tested across Middlesbrough, with the council assessing whether it could become part of its regular cleaning fleet.
Little Boro will turn Centre Square into a ten-day creative neighbourhood
A free pop-up village built from repurposed shipping containers will bring artists, workshops and performances into Middlesbrough’s Centre Square during Art Week.
Middlesbrough gives green light to town-centre plans for new theatre, homes and public spaces
Middlesbrough’s long-term town-centre strategy has been approved, moving ambitions for a new theatre, thousands of homes, a hotel and new public spaces into their next stage.
Teesside business leaders call for more doors to be opened for young people
Three leading Teesside businesswomen have urged people with influence and connections to use them more deliberately to help young people access careers and opportunities.
Tees Skills aims to put 10,000 career guides into young people’s hands
Employers across Teesside are being invited to show 14 to 18-year-olds the careers available close to home as Tees Skills returns for a third edition.
Marton Interchange set to fully reopen after six months of major repairs
A key Middlesbrough junction is due to fully reopen this weekend after a six-month programme designed to give the 54-year-old structure a longer life.
James Cook course gives aspiring doctors from low-income backgrounds a week inside the NHS
More than 30 teenagers spent a week at James Cook learning clinical skills and getting a first-hand look at medical careers through a programme designed to widen access to medicine.
New Tees Business Showcase opens registration for Riverside Stadium event
A new business showcase and forum at Middlesbrough's Riverside Stadium will bring together up to 60 exhibitors, workshops, speakers and networking on 20 October.
New graduate intake starts careers with Tees accountancy firm
Seven new trainees have joined Clive Owen across its northern offices, including new starters in Darlington and Middlesbrough, as the firm continues its graduate training programme.
The Auxiliary opens permanent Middlesbrough home for artists and creative communities next week
The Auxiliary Project Space opens on 9 September, creating a 14,000 sq ft permanent creative base with 25 studios, exhibition space, an experimental music venue and community programming.
Free Middlesbrough Young Producers programme gives 15 to 21-year-olds the keys to live events
Musinc’s free Young Producers programme returns at Middlesbrough Town Hall, helping young people build practical skills by planning and delivering a real live event.
Middlesbrough residents invited to shape plans for 462-home Middlehaven neighbourhood
New proposals for Middlehaven would bring 462 homes, shared gardens, play streets and green walking routes around the Old Town Hall, with residents invited to help shape the plans at a public drop-in on 10 September.
Teesside researchers lead national heart surgery trial across more than 30 UK centres
A James Cook University Hospital research team is leading a national study involving more than 30 centres to improve blood-thinning treatment after mitral valve surgery.
£750,000 boost will expand James Cook radiotherapy team and treatment capacity
The James Cook University Hospital is recruiting at least 10 therapeutic radiographers after a £750,000 funding boost aimed at increasing capacity and reducing cancer treatment waits.
100 patients benefit from pioneering heart procedure at James Cook
A minimally invasive heart procedure at The James Cook University Hospital has now helped 100 patients, including an 86-year-old Nunthorpe woman hoping to climb Roseberry Topping again.
Rock anthems and power ballads take over Middlesbrough Town Hall this September
Love Hurts returns with a live band and a set built around some of rock's biggest anthems and power ballads at Middlesbrough Town Hall.
Pantaloons race through British history in new Middlesbrough Theatre comedy
The Pantaloons Theatre Company brings its fast-moving, music-filled take on British history to Middlesbrough Theatre on Thursday 10 September.
Gary Meikle brings brand-new stand-up show Yer Maw to Middlesbrough Town Hall
Scottish comedian Gary Meikle heads to Middlesbrough Town Hall on Saturday 5 September with a new 80 to 90-minute stand-up show built around stories, opinions, family life and the strange situations people find themselves in.
Candlelit Adele tribute brings live piano and vocals to Middlesbrough Theatre
Natalie Black brings Hometown Glory, a live candlelit tribute to Adele, to Middlesbrough Theatre on Friday 18 September with piano accompaniment and songs spanning Adele’s catalogue.
Middlesbrough Town Hall’s community choir returns for an autumn of singing together
Middlesbrough Town Hall’s friendly community choir returns on Monday evenings from 7 September, with £5 sessions led by opera singers Emily Smith and Dave Pisaro.
Teesside hospital members invited inside NHS plans, progress and innovation
University Hospitals Tees is opening its October annual general meeting to foundation trust members, with local teams presenting achievements, future plans and healthcare developments.
Seven-piece Fleetwood Mac tribute brings live show to Middlesbrough Theatre
Seven Wonders brings its live Fleetwood Mac tribute to Middlesbrough Theatre on 19 September, covering music from the Peter Green years through to the band's later catalogue.
Motown classics get a live-band celebration at Middlesbrough Theatre
Legends of Motown comes to Middlesbrough Theatre on 12 September with a live band and a set built around songs associated with the Motown era.
Wishbone Ash bring more than five decades of rock history to Middlesbrough Town Hall
Wishbone Ash's Time Was Tour reaches Middlesbrough Town Hall on 30 September, continuing a live career built around the band's distinctive twin-lead guitar sound.
Free Tees Expo brings hundreds of businesses together at the Riverside this September
Tees Expo returns to Middlesbrough's Riverside Stadium on 17 September, with free delegate entry, more than 70 exhibitors and a programme of business talks and networking.
Middlesbrough Town Hall clock gets specialist restoration to keep it ticking for generations
The landmark Town Hall clock has temporarily lost its hands while specialists restore the historic mechanism, with work due to be completed in September.
Young people help shape bold new vision for Middlesbrough town centre
Plans for Middlesbrough town centre include a new theatre, hotel, green public spaces and thousands of homes, with feedback from 1,300 young people, parents and carers helping to shape the strategy.
Tees businesswomen call on the region to recognise female talent before awards deadline
Three leading Teesside businesswomen have urged employers and colleagues to put forward women whose work deserves recognition, with nominations for the 2026 Tees Businesswomen Awards closing on 7 September.
£40m East Middlesbrough programme puts local people at the table for Park End and Thorntree
Park End and Thorntree are each set to receive £20m over the next decade, and residents, businesses and community figures are being invited to help decide what happens next.
Turner Prize opens at MIMA this September, bringing one of British art’s biggest awards to Middlesbrough
MIMA will host the Turner Prize 2026 exhibition from 26 September until 29 March 2027, with four shortlisted artists shown in Middlesbrough and the winner announced in December.
£2,000 grant gives Middlesbrough business centre a street-level makeover
Rede House Business Space on Corporation Road has refreshed its frontage with support from Middlesbrough Council’s shopfront improvement scheme, as it looks to attract businesses, hot-deskers and room-hire customers.
Tees Valley community groups can apply for The Teesside Charity’s next round of grants
The Teesside Charity has opened applications for its December 2026 grant meeting, giving community projects across the five Tees Valley council areas until 12 November to make their case for support.
Orange Pip marks 10 years with a September street celebration in Middlesbrough
Orange Pip Market will celebrate its tenth anniversary on Baker and Bedford Streets on Saturday 26 September, with six hours of food, independent makers, music and artists.
Steph McGovern speaks out on Middlesbrough: ‘The real issue goes much deeper than this’
Middlesbrough-raised broadcaster Steph McGovern has called for punishment for those responsible for recent crimes, while arguing that the town’s violence cannot be separated from decades of deprivation, lost industry and underinvestment.
Middlesbrough family transport firm wins expanded UK distribution contract
Middlesbrough-based Hutchinson Transport has secured additional nationwide work with Univar Solutions after its performance on an existing contract.
Northern Skills becomes MC Apprenticeships & Training after 6,000-person consultation
Middlesbrough College has brought its apprenticeship and employer-training provision closer to the main college brand following consultation with more than 6,000 stakeholders.
Ann Ming receives first Tees Business LIVE standing ovation after sharing story of determination
Teesside campaigner Ann Ming MBE received the first standing ovation in Tees Business LIVE history after speaking to an 85-strong audience in Middlesbrough.
British Sign Language courses open in Darlington and Middlesbrough this September
The Deaf Empowerment Network is starting new British Sign Language courses in Darlington and Middlesbrough this September, with teaching delivered by qualified Deaf tutors.
North Ormesby charity day puts bikes, music and family fun behind support for MAIN
The Jovial Monk in North Ormesby is hosting a family fundraising day for Teesside charity MAIN on Sunday 30 August, with a sponsored motorbike ride, live music, games and food.
More than 300 local dancers are heading for the Riverside in Middlesbrough FC’s 150th year
TeesDance is bringing together young people, older adults, schools and community groups for a mass participation performance on the Riverside Stadium pitch this October.
Patients invited to nominate the people who make Teesside’s hospitals better
University Hospitals Tees has opened public nominations for its first Caring Better Together awards, giving patients and families until 6 September to recognise staff, volunteers and teams across the region.
Free Teesside mental health training dates open for autumn
The Tees-wide Training Hub has published free autumn places in Mental Health First Aid, safeTALK and ASIST for eligible people living or working across Stockton, Redcar and Middlesbrough.
Tees Businesswomen Awards enter final week for nominations
Businesses and individuals have until Monday 7 September to enter or nominate people for the 2026 Tees Businesswomen Awards, with twelve categories open across the region.
Free baby dance sessions expand from Middlesbrough into Redcar this September
TeesDance is restarting its free MoveBaby sessions in Middlesbrough and adding a new weekly Redcar class for babies and the adults who care for them.
Teesside Hospice’s first community ball puts local families at the heart of the night
Together We Care comes to Bloom in Middlesbrough on 18 September, created with supporters as a celebration of the families, staff and volunteers around Teesside Hospice.
Age UK Teesside lines up three September social sessions for older people in Middlesbrough
Community socials, a wellbeing drop-in and a sing-along are all on the September calendar through Age UK Teesside’s Phoenix Project and WISE programme.
Middlesbrough community groups have three funding deadlines approaching in September
Local groups can currently apply for several Middlesbrough Council funds, while a free 8 September workshop will help voluntary organisations search for grants and strengthen applications.
Teesside poet Dominic Nelson-Ashley brings music, memory and Middlesbrough into Poetic Symphony
The Middlesbrough writer returns to ARC Stockton on 9 October with live musicians and poetry about identity, fatherhood, recovery and the place he calls home.
Middlesbrough’s Class of ’86 reunites to raise money for Gary Parkinson’s care
Former Middlesbrough players from the club’s Class of ’86 are coming together at the Town Hall on 10 September in support of ex-teammate Gary Parkinson.
Spot brings an accessible birthday party to Middlesbrough Theatre this September
The stage adaptation of Eric Hill’s Spot books comes to Middlesbrough Theatre on 15 and 16 September, with integrated Makaton and a meet-and-greet after each show.
Middlesbrough charity challenge invites families to make a splash for local causes
The PFC Trust’s UChangeLives Charity Ice Bucket Challenge returns to Middlesbrough Velodrome on Sunday 6 September, combining fundraising with a family fun day.
Middlesbrough community choir starts a new autumn term with no experience needed
Middlesbrough Town Hall’s community choir returns in September for adults of all ages, led by professional opera singers Emily Smith and David Pisaro.
Middlesbrough music project opens autumn sessions for young players, with bursaries available
Bandjam returns to Middlesbrough Town Hall this September, giving 8 to 17-year-olds weekly band tuition, live performance opportunities and free taster sessions for newcomers.
Middlesbrough sets out bold town-centre vision with 2,000 homes and a new theatre
A long-term regeneration strategy for Middlesbrough includes more than 2,000 homes at Middlehaven, a proposed major theatre, new public spaces and plans to make the town centre more attractive to young people.
Why Teesside keeps singing together
From Middlesbrough Town Hall to Stockton Globe, community singing is thriving across Teesside. A growing body of research suggests the appeal may be about much more than music.
Teesside Freshers stretches across two weeks with free activities, societies and nights out
Teesside University Students’ Union has published its Freshers 2026 programme, running from 21 September to 4 October with a mix of free daytime activities, societies, live entertainment and ticketed nights.
A chance conversation, a fast response and the Teesside team that helped Earl survive a stroke
Earl Parker was miles from hospital when he suffered a stroke on a solo motorbike ride. A passing farmer, an air ambulance and the stroke team at James Cook University Hospital turned a frightening afternoon into an unlikely new friendship.
Tees Valley artist Umar Butt brings a new trilogy about unrest and resilience to Stockton
ARC associate artist Umar Butt will present JOLT!, a three-part theatre work spanning Partition, migration and the recent Middlesbrough riots, at ARC Stockton from 17 to 19 September.
Middlesbrough rave turns tonight’s dancefloor into a fundraiser for Avarni-Mae
ECHOƎS takes over The Middlesbrough Empire tonight with a multi-genre charity night raising money for Avarni-Mae and her family.
Middlesbrough Art Week returns for ten days of art across the town
Middlesbrough Art Week will return from 24 September to 3 October, bringing another ten days of artist-led work and events to spaces across the town.
Middlesbrough veteran rebuilds working life with NHS employment support
Middlesbrough veteran Mark Hughes has returned to work after tailored employment support helped him rebuild confidence following years of poor mental health and repeated job rejection.
Middlesbrough drop-in supports up to 80 people each week
A weekly Salvation Army drop-in in Middlesbrough is bringing food, clothing, healthcare access, advice and company together under one roof for up to 80 people at a time.
Air Cadets to lead Middlesbrough’s Battle of Britain remembrance service
Air Cadet squadrons from across the area will gather at Middlesbrough Cenotaph on 13 September for the town’s annual Battle of Britain parade and service.
Middlesbrough’s Ukrainian community marks 35 years of independence in Centre Square
Around 100 people gathered in Centre Square for Ukrainian Independence Day as Middlesbrough’s growing Ukrainian community builds stronger local connections.
Middlesbrough’s 5K and 10K come together for a new community running weekend
Middlesbrough Runs will bring the Ali Brownlee 5K, Middlesbrough 10K and a family relay together across the weekend of 29 and 30 August.
Middlesbrough College class of 2026 turns results into next steps
Strong vocational, T Level and A Level results are sending Middlesbrough students into university, public service, apprenticeships and further technical training.
Six new CCTV points strengthen safety at Albert Park
Middlesbrough Council has added cameras at six Albert Park locations and upgraded existing equipment, with the system linked directly to the town’s control room.
Kyro and friends bring a four-legged lift to James Cook spinal unit
Ten funded dog-therapy sessions are giving long-stay spinal patients at James Cook comfort, company and a welcome reason to get into the hospital garden.
Middlesbrough submits UK City of Culture 2029 bid shaped by local voices
More than 2,000 residents helped shape Middlesbrough’s bid for UK City of Culture 2029, a programme linking the town’s industrial story with its present creative life.
Linthorpe buddy benches create a simple place to connect
Rainbow-painted buddy benches near Roman Road and Cambridge Road are giving Linthorpe residents a visible, low-pressure invitation to stop and talk.
Loan Agreement Approved to Support Teesworks Regeneration
A new financial framework to support the ongoing successful regeneration of the Teesworks site has been approved by Tees Valley Combined Authority. Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) Cabinet today (July 31) approved proposals to formalise loan arrangements with South Tees Development Corporation (STDC). The…
The Yellow Rose brings Wembley fever to Roman Road as Middlesbrough dreams of promotion
There are days when Middlesbrough wears its heart on its windows.On Roman Road, The Yellow Rose has been doing exactly that. Ahead of Middlesbrough’s Championship play-off final against Hull City at Wembley today, Saturday 23 May 2026, the pub has been dressed, painted and proudly turned red and white for one of…
Hundreds of young people explore future careers at Riverside Stadium event
More than 250 young people attended a careers event at Middlesbrough’s Riverside Stadium, meeting local employers and exploring routes into engineering, digital, construction, clean energy and more.
Steph McGovern returns to Teesside to launch scholarship for women in engineering
Middlesbrough-born broadcaster Steph McGovern has returned to her Teesside roots to help open doors for the next generation of female engineers. A new scholarship at Teesside University will support first-year female engineering students, aiming to tackle the continued under-representation of women in the sector.…
New research aims to strengthen self-esteem and mental health support for teenagers
One of the strengths of the project is its focus on prevention as much as treatment. A new piece of research led by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is shining a light on a subject many young people quietly struggle with: self-esteem. The project focuses on teenagers who are experiencing low…
We Do: How Dan and Charlie Turned Lived Experience into a Community of Hope
We Do was founded by Dan and Charlie with a simple aim: to help people when life becomes challenging. At its core, the We Do project is built on a belief that feels both simple and quietly powerful: when life becomes overwhelming, support should be human, accessible, and free from judgement. Recovery, in this…
Tees Valley Housing Partnership Launched to Accelerate Affordable Homes Across the Region
A new regional partnership has been launched with the ambition of transforming how affordable homes are delivered across Tees Valley. The new initiative is bringing together housing associations, local authorities and public bodies under a shared commitment to collaboration rather than competition. The Tees Valley…
Inside Tees Valley Women’s Centre: A Lifeline of Support in Middlesbrough
Tees Valley Women’s Centre has spent more than four decades supporting women who are navigating some of the most complex challenges life can throw at them. Poverty, domestic abuse, mental ill health, addiction, homelessness, involvement with the criminal justice system. Often not one of these on its own, but…
UK-First Digital Project Sees Success in Slashing Delays on Region’s Roads
A UK-first digital transport pilot has successfully slashed delays on some the Tees Valley’s most traffic-hit roads. The Tees Valley Traffic Digital Twin Project has covered a range of routes to offer the country’s first region-wide, automated, real-time, AI-driven model for traffic management. And the results have…
Start-Ups Get Focussed Advice as Popular Lab Programme Builds Momentum
A wide range of start-up owners have started a popular programme to take their budding ventures to the next level. From an experienced chemist taking on the offshore paint industry, to a Darlington mum-of-four vying to break into new markets with her ball projecting machine, the Tees Valley Labs Stable programme…
New Northern Cluster Aiming To Shape UK’s Bio-Industrial Future
Tees Valley Combined Authority, York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority, the University of York, Teesside University and CPI have announced a partnership which aims to create around 5,000 skilled jobs across the two regions. By harnessing their combined strengths, the authorities have developed a bio-industrial…
Second Round of Export Programme Launched to Help Even More of Our Firms Go Global
A popular scheme helping more of our region’s firms sell to the world has been extended with an extra half a million pounds now available to more business. A second round of the Tees Valley Export Fund has been launched by the Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority – offering a fresh £500,000 funding pot […]
Future of Global Trade Showcased at Teesside Digital Trade Testbed
Policymakers, industry leaders, and technology innovators have been able to witness first-hand how a state-of-the-art Tees Valley facility is set to transform global trade. Teesside University, in collaboration with Tees Valley Combined Authority, Teesside Freeport, ICC United Kingdom (ICC UK) and the International…
Eston Events Centre: A Thriving Hub of Entertainment in Middlesbrough
We run a range of events that cater for wide audiences and in terms of our venue & it’s recent rennovation – the place looks like new! We’re really excited see everyone at one our upcoming events! Simon Smith – Eston Events Centre Manager Tucked away on Fabian Road in Middlesbrough, Eston Events Centre has […]
Teesside University & Lexxic Champion Neurodiversity During Celebration Week
“I founded Neurodiversity Celebration Week in 2018 because I wanted to change the way learning differences are perceived. As a teenager who is autistic and has ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia, my experience has been that people often focus on the challenges of neurological diversity. I wanted to change the narrative…
BusinessBoost Your Business: The Essential Role of Workplace Wellbeing
Businesses small and large all over Teesside are getting in touch with Teesside Mind’s workplace wellbeing team to get support for their employees! In today’s fast-paced work environment, prioritising mental health isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. Teesside Mind offers tailored services to help businesses foster a healthier, more productive workforce. Businesses small and large all […]
Gresham Regeneration Plans Move Forward After Multi-Million Pound Injection
Plans for transformational scheme to regenerate a key site in the heart of Middlesbrough from next spring have moved forward after new funding was approved. Middlesbrough Development Corporation has agreed to provide a further £7million to breathe life into Gresham with the development of a new hotel alongside…
Region’s Projects Shine at Culture Awards with Healthy Haul of Silverware
A string of our region’s most exciting cultural projects and events have picked up a healthy haul of silverware at a prestigious awards ceremony. The North East Culture Awards saw the trio of Middlesbrough Art Week, Hopetown, in Darlington, and the Black Creatives and Arts Network all pick up top prizes at its…
Exploring Teesside’s Industrial Past Through Theatre: Alan Spence’s ‘Nowt Like This in America
On Sunday 1st September, from 5pm, Teesside playwright Alan Spence will be showcasing his latest work, Nowt Like This in America, a play that performs a deep dive into the heart of Teesside’s industrial past. The event, part of a Book Club series created by Rosie Devine, is a free, community-focused session that…
Middlesbrough Mela: Transforming a Festival into a Platform for Healing and Unity
The Middlesbrough Mela, long celebrated as a vibrant showcase of arts, culture, and heritage, has undergone a profound transformation. What began as a cultural festival has now emerged as a crucial platform for healing, reconciliation, and community building. This evolution is the result of dedicated efforts by the…
Alan Spence Discusses His Play “The Boro’s 37 Minutes” and a Lifetime of Football Memories
The Dorman Museum in Middlesbrough came alive with the passionate voices of football fans who gathered for an intimate talk with local playwright Alan Spence. The event was part of the museum’s ‘BORO – A Shirt History‘ exhibit, which chronicles the rich legacy of Middlesbrough FC through its iconic shirts. Alan…
BORO! A Shirt History!
Middlesbrough’s Dorman Museum is offering a unique experience for football fans and history enthusiasts alike with its latest exhibition. This exclusive display delves into the rich history of Middlesbrough Football Club (MFC) by showcasing over 100 of the club’s football shirts, spanning from its early days in…
FunnyBoyz Opens Its Doors in Middlesbrough: A Night of Celebration and Community
The grand opening of the new LGBTQ+ and Drag Performance venue marked a vibrant beginning for a new chapter in Middlesbrough’s nightlife. A vibrant new venue dedicated to celebrating diversity, inclusivity, and the art of drag is set to open in the heart of Middlesbrough. FunnyBoyz, renowned for its commitment to…
A Way Out Expands Its Reach with New Middlesbrough Base
Teesside charity A Way Out opened a base on Wilson Street in Middlesbrough and received a regional first for the quality of its trauma-informed work.
Cheer Starz Academy Enriches Summer for SEND Children and Families in Middlesbrough
Cheer Starz in Coulby Newham gave children with special educational needs and disabilities an inclusive summer programme through Middlesbrough’s Bring it on Boro scheme.
CharityJoin Teesside Mind’s Big Pub Quiz: A Fun Way to Support Mental Health
Pubs across Teesside are invited to take part in a fantastic opportunity to support mental health in their community by hosting Teesside Mind’s Big Pub Quiz. This event is not only a great way to bring people together for a night of fun and trivia, but it also plays a vital role in raising awareness […]
My Boro, My Shirt: Celebrating Diversity and Unity in Middlesbrough Through Football
Middlesbrough Football Club’s role as a unifying force for good in the community has been brought to life in a unique and heartfelt project. Titled “My Boro, My Shirt,” the initiative tells the diverse stories of the club’s fans, both from Teesside and beyond, showcasing how supporters have made football a…
CommunityMiddlesbrough Unites: Community Rallies to Restore Town After Unrest
Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke has praised the town’s resilient spirit after hundreds of residents united to clean up the town following a night of widespread disorder. The clean-up effort saw a large number of volunteers converging at the town’s Cenotaph before 8am, ready to roll up their sleeves and restore the town centre to its […]
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.
Set Sail for Adventure: Pirate Takeover Day and More at Middlesbrough Museums’ Summer Programme
The annual Pirate Takeover Day at Captain Cook Birthplace Museum is back, promising an unforgettable adventure for visitors of all ages. On Saturday, 10th August, the museum will transform into a swashbuckling paradise, filled with costumed pirates parading both inside the museum and throughout its scenic grounds.…
CF Fertilisers and Teesside Mind: Cultivating Community Together at Lothian Road
Every bit of help and every penny, goes a long way in making our community stronger and healthier. In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, CF Fertilisers has recently dedicated time and resources to support Teesside Mind, Teesside’s leading mental health charity this is committed to improving…
Showcase of creative work unveiled at The Northern School of Art
Creative students and their friends and families celebrated in style as the end of year Summer Show opened at The Northern School of Art’s further education campus in Middlesbrough. Almost 1500 guests were welcomed to the Newport Road building for the launch of the showcase of work by the talented leavers at the…
Foundation Art Prize offering £250 prize for young creatives launched
A competition to celebrate the talents of young creatives has been launched by The Northern School of Art. The Foundation Art Prize is inviting entries in all types of media from 16–18-year-old creatives working in any discipline living in the North East and Yorkshire and Humber regions. Overseen by the UAL…
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…
Reflections on Visibility: A Personal Journey Through Marginalisation and Advocacy
What do the words “being visible” mean to you? Please feel free to take a moment to consider this as I imagine there may be a range of answers that would all be correct, given the subjective nature of the question. When the question is put to marginalised communities within the wider demographic, we may […]
Discovering the Untold Narratives: Celebrating the Extraordinary Women of Middlesbrough
The lives of the extraordinary women who shaped early Middlesbrough have been given the spotlight as part of a special celebration. The voices of those women who led tough, ‘ordinary’ lives – yet quietly became heroines in their own family or community – have remained relatively unheard. Now, a new project has…
Revolutionary £160 Million Innovation Hub Set to Ignite Region’s Digital and Creative Scene
A new scheme to unleash the strengths of digital and creative companies in the Tees Valley has been confirmed – bringing with it £160million of Government cash. The Government today (6 March) announced the Tees Valley Investment Zone. This aims to increase inward investment, productivity and jobs in the region’s…
Rob returns to Middlesbrough roots to share F1 career insight
A leading name in the world of Formula 1 motor racing is returning to his Middlesbrough roots to share insight into his fast-paced career. Former F1 race engineer Rob Smedley has 30 years of experience in the world of motor racing, having worked with multiple F1 teams including Jordan, Ferrari and Williams. After…
Events Give New Opportunities For Cultural Leaders In Tees Valley
Training to develop leadership in the arts and culture has been unveiled as part of a new package of events for Spring and Summer 2024. Clore Leadership, the Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority have announced a series of new events in an ongoing programme of leadership development opportunities for the…
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…
Dundas indoor market hits the year running!
Middlesbrough’s home to independent retailers has hit the year running with a new look and two new traders. ASB Football Shirts and Ezzy May’s Little Boutique have joined the unique collection of businesses at the historic Dundas Indoor Market where you can buy everything from your Sunday beef to Himalayan…
Students share behind the scenes experiences of working on a major new feature film
Students and graduates from The Northern School of Art have been sharing their experiences of working behind the scenes on a major new feature film shot in the North-East last year. Jackdaw, a new action thriller directed by Jamie Childs, who has worked on the likes of ‘The Sandman’ and ‘His Dark Materials’, and…
Top Industry Award For Teesside Stainless Steel Specialist
Teesside stainless steel specialist Paralloy has won a top UK industry award – its fourth in just over six months. The company was recognised for its Business Growth and Strategy at the prestigious Make UK Manufacturing Awards during a ceremony at St Paul’s Cathedral in London. Paralloy Ltd had already been named…
Supporting students get ‘Career Ready’ in Tees Valley
Students in Tees Valley are set to benefit from employability support and opportunities thanks to the expansion of the partnership between bp and Career Ready, a leading social mobility charity in the UK. The partnership, which launched on 31 January, will see up to 40 young people, aged 16-18, at six schools and…
Middlesbrough FC’s RiverSideBySide Initiative Champions Equality and Inclusion
In a commendable stride towards fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion, Middlesbrough Football Club continues to make waves with its RiverSideBySide campaign. Established in 2017, this initiative stands as a testament to the club’s commitment to creating a more welcoming environment for supporters, staff, and…
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…
Planting Seeds of Change: Ruth Watson’s Ecologico Journey
On a gloomy afternoon, the small cafe at Preston Park buzzes with the usual chatter and clinks of coffee cups. Among the patrons is Ruth Watson, the vibrant 36-year-old founder of Ecologico. As raindrops gently patter against the window panes, Ruth, with her infectious enthusiasm, unravels the tale of her social…
Harmony Resounds at MTH Community Choir at Middlesbrough Town Hall
Middlesbrough Town Hall’s community choir brought weekly singers together across folk, world music, opera and musical theatre under Emily Smith and Dave Pisaro.
Diwali In Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough is hosting a wonderful Diwali festival this year! Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, is deeply embedded in Hindu culture with its origins tracing back to ancient India, likely beginning as a significant harvest festival. Over time, it has accumulated various legends to explain its inception. One…
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 […]
New SeAH Wind Academy Set For Launch as Progress at South Bank Site Continues
A six-month development programme to train and develop future welders for the vast £450million SeAH Wind facility is set for launch. The SeAH Wind Academy will see 30 people put through a 24-week training and development programme with the help of the Tees Valley Combined Authority and its Adult Education Budget.…
Development Corporations Take Big Steps Forward With Board Backing
Hartlepool and Middlesbrough development corporation boards advanced town-centre plans in November 2023, including a Gresham developer appointment and a proposed Middleton Grange takeover.
Cutting Edge Digital Project Set For £3.5Million Boost to Break Down Trade Barriers
A pioneering digital zone is set to receive a £3.5million boost under a plan to break down barriers to trade. A new 5G “Digital Test Bed” is being lined up at Teesside International Airport – part of the Teesside Freeport – to ease practical problems which can hamper operators in customs zones. The testing zone […]
£120Million Vision to Breathe New Life into Gresham Sees Local Developer Lined Up
A local developer has been recommended to take on a project to redevelop the heart of Middlesbrough. Tarras Park Properties with iMpeC Developments Ltd will take on a £120million redevelopment of Gresham – subject to board approval. iMpeC has developed projects across the North East – including Milburngate, in…
Workshops to Shape Future of Vital New Funding For Businesses
Businesses are being urged to step forward and shape how vital funding will help the future of thousands of businesses across the region. Business Support Engagement Workshops will take place at Teesside University next week – with Tees Valley firms encouraged to come along and offer their insight and experience.…
Skills Funding Given £2.5Million Boost For Green Jobs of Tomorrow
Colleges across the Tees Valley have received a multi-million-pound boost for skills – with green industries front and centre. The Department for Education has granted £2.5million of funding to Darlington College, The Education Training Collective, Middlesbrough College, Hartlepool College of Further Education, the…
Grants Help Middlesbrough Firm Cut Bills On Journey to Net Zero
A five-figure grant boost has helped a long-established Middlesbrough firm to reduce bills on its journey to Net Zero. Dormor Machine, at Cargo Fleet, has been engineering parts for vital UK projects for more than 40 years. Now the company has used a £59,000 grant to install new energy efficient lighting, a raft of…
Top Business Leaders Announced For New Tees Valley Business Board To Drive Forward Growth
The 12 experienced industry leaders set to make up the Tees Valley Business Board and help boost growth and investment have now been revealed. The Board – chaired by Siobhan McArdle (The Strategy House & L3COS) with Matthew Ord (LV Logistics) as Deputy Chair – will play a defining role in representing the voice of […]
Millions Pumped into Eyes in the Sky to Boost Faster Freight and Traffic Safety
A cutting-edge system to ensure faster and safer traffic flows across our region has been expanded. The Urban Traffic Management and Control System, based in Middlesbrough, can display 32 individual CCTV feeds from across the Tees Valley – with technology which can change traffic lights, improve traffic flows, and…
Major Firm Launches Office Base For Solar Power Project At Teesside Airport
Energy giant SSE Energy Solutions has launched an office base at Teesside International Airport as part of the company’s ambitious growth plans for the region. The FTSE 100 company has signed a lease for a unit in the airport terminal, with staff now working from the location. The agreement follows an announcement…
L!pstick Event: A Spooky Celebration of LGBTQIA+ Performers
Our event brings in loads of different sorts of people that come in from all different walks of life, some of them it’s their first event, and we welcome them with open arms, we come together for a shared love of wanting to feel like we ‘belong’.Leah Brydon Roberts Get ready for an unforgettable evening, […]
Middlesbrough Contractor to Begin Work on Cutting-Edge Quay Platform
A Middlesbrough contractor has been signed up to help create a huge 150,000-tonne platform for the vital South Bank Quay. GRAHAM has brought in Middlesbrough-based ZTL Contracting – part of the Applebridge Group – to re-engineer earthwork materials that would otherwise not be suitable for re-use. This is done by…
Family Firm Urges Others To Seek Out Lifeline Grants After Investments
A successful family firm has urged others to look into grant support after reaping the benefits of new machinery and energy efficient equipment. ERW Joinery started up as a small business in Grangetown in 1979 before it grew into supplying both trades and homes with windows and doors, and manufacturing and…
Sapere Software
Stockton-based Sapere Software built a real-time project dashboard for Port of Middlesbrough operator AV Dawson after winning a regional business challenge.
Hartlepool Borough Council Officially Backs Plan to Transform Town
Plans to reinvigorate the centre of Hartlepool by establishing a Mayoral Development Corporation have won unanimous support from the town’s council following an Extraordinary Council Meeting. Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen and Hartlepool Borough Council Leader Shane Moore revealed the proposals in April this year to…
CommunityClaire and Alice marching onwards to Old Trafford in the Big Boro Walk
Boro are set to take 9,500 fans to Old Trafford in the FA Cup this weekend – and one Riverside regular is hoping to match the travelling army pound for pound. Claire Streeter along with two of her friends, Alice Hutchinson and Abbey Lyle, set out to walk the 106 miles from the Riverside to […]
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 […]
Community InitiativesYoung carers thrive at Middlesbrough College
Middlesbrough College has received national recognition for the support it gives students who are young carers. The Carers Trust and The Children’s Society have acknowledged the way in which the College helps young carers who have to juggle studying and looking after a loved one. In recognition, the College has picked up a prestigious Young […]