What Hartlepool’s council governance change means for residents
Hartlepool moves to a Leader and Executive system on 10 December. Here is what changes, what stays the same and how residents can follow decisions.
Positive News From Across Tees Valley
Browse all stories
Hemlington charity prepares for bigger home at Viewley Centre
Tees Valley Together is moving its Eco Shop, pre-loved goods project and community support into a larger, more visible unit at Hemlington’s Viewley Centre.
Stockton community venues offered grants of up to £2,000
Registered Community Spaces can apply for financial help before the council’s 24 November deadline.
Owton Manor organisations invited to lead £2.55m community fund
A ten-year fund will put £1.5 million into community spending, with local non-profits invited to apply for the lead role from January.
Darlington residents’ stories of home find a place at Hopetown
A new exhibition shaped with refugees, migrants and long-term residents brings stories of belonging, friendship and cultural exchange to Hopetown Darlington.
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.
Where to photograph autumn colour across Tees Valley
Roseberry Topping and Flatts Lane Woodland Country Park are among the local landscapes suggested for autumn photography.
Extra funding to make hundreds more Tees Valley homes warmer
More than £3 million in additional retrofit funding will support energy-saving improvements to homes in Darlington and across Tees Valley.
Saltburn lighting business expands with support for new kiln
Jewel Street Lighting in Saltburn has received rural funding to invest in equipment that helps restore and create bespoke lighting.
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.
Middlesbrough museum and school project reaches North East Culture Awards shortlist
Middlesbrough Museums and Beech Grove Primary School have been shortlisted for an award recognising their object-led classroom learning partnership.
Young 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.
Yarm co-founder launches algae-based pet supplement brand
Rhys Barker, originally from Yarm, has co-founded Köning & Ritter, a new brand using algae-derived omega-3 in powdered cat supplements.
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.
Pizza 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.
Stockton volunteering day brings UKSBS staff and Growth Hub members together
Eight staff helped harvest honey, improve accessibility and prepare for winter at Pioneering Care Partnership's Stockton service.
Seven Darlington taekwondo competitors return with 11 world championship medals
East Meets West Taekwondo Academy says its small team took six golds and placed ninth in the team standings at the 2026 WUMF championships.
UKSBS 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.
The 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.
Middlesbrough 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.