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Investigation launched after man taken to hospital with stab wounds following assault
A man was taken to hospital with stab wounds after an assault in Middlesbrough.
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North East parents asked to help shape future of maternity care services
North East parents are being encouraged to share their experiences of maternity and neonatal care to help shape future services.
One-way traffic rules made permanent on three North East streets - public notice
Drivers in Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, will see permanent one-way traffic rules introduced on three residential streets.
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From Berlin to Boro: The dream driving Middlesbrough’s City of Culture bid
I moved from Berlin to Middlesbrough because I’m a dreamer – now our eyes are on City of Culture, writes Anna Byrne
Key roadworks in and around Middlesbrough to be aware of this week
Key roadworks in Middlesbrough this week- do any affect you?
Rogue roofer escapes immediate jail for conning customers out of thousands of pounds
A rogue roofer narrowly escaped an immediate prison sentence for conning customers out of thousands of pounds in payments.
North East haulage firm seeks to expand fleet at port site - public notice
MCL Solutions Limited has applied to expand its vehicle fleet at Able Middlesbrough Port, seeking permission for six additional lorries and 15 trailers at its Scotts Road site.
Take a look inside this 'stunning' contemporary Nunthorpe home going for £2.4m
Badgers Green offers a contemporary home designed with modern style and spacious living in mind, appealing to buyers seeking clean lines, luxury finishes and generous indoor and outdoor space.
Start-ups making global waves have pitched for support at Demo Day
Fourteen North East start-ups pitched for investment at a Demo Day held at the Riverside Stadium after completing the 12-week Forge accelerator programme run by Tees Valley Labs.
Push to record racist abuse of police as Cleveland supports new campaign
Cleveland Police Federation has backed the Stop Racism Against Police campaign after figures revealed over 10,900 hate crimes against UK police officers between 2022 and 2025.
Teesside neighbourhood plan approved- despite less than 11 per cent turnout
Voters in Coulby Newham have overwhelmingly backed the adoption of its neighbourhood plan. In one of the lowest turnouts seen in any election in living memory in Middlesbrough.
Speed humps and raised crossing proposed for North East street - public notice
Middlesbrough Council proposes new speed humps and a raised zebra crossing on Glendale Road to improve road safety.
Police dog PD Tango helps officers make multiple arrests across Teesside
Police dog PD Tango helped Cleveland Police Matrix teams track suspects in robbery, dangerous driving and cable theft arrests.
Man armed with hammer convicted of attempted rape after ‘terrifying ordeal’
A man has been convicted of attempted rape after he armed himself with a hammer and demanded his victim perform a sexual act on him.
North East event to highlight art, expression and 'zine' culture
Tees Zine Fest will take place at Dundas Shopping Centre in Middlesbrough on March 28, featuring 14 stalls, workshops and creative activities celebrating zine culture and self-expression.
First new youth centre in more than a decade to open in North East community
A new purpose-built youth centre is set to be developed in Hemlington, Middlesbrough, backed by the Government’s Youth Investment Fund to improve youth services and expand opportunities for young people across England.
Teesside University launches the UK’s first early years teacher degree apprenticeship
Teesside University has launched the UK’s first Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship, creating a new pathway into early years education.
North East mother praises care for autistic son at urgent treatment centre
Karen Yarker, from Billingham, has praised the care her 13-year-old autistic son Luther received at the urgent treatment centre at the University Hospital of North Tees after he injured his shoulder in a fall.
Judge warns driver jail is likely over ‘utterly appalling’ behaviour behind the wheel
A Middlesbrough man has been told that his ‘utterly appalling’ driving is likely to result in him being locked up when he returns to court.
North East restaurant celebrates 40 years of spotless five-star hygiene standards
A long-standing Linthorpe Road restaurant has retained its top food hygiene score. Cafe Central Park – located opposite the Cenotaph and Albert Park – has kept its five out of five “very good” hygiene rating, with the business setting out how they sustain their high standards.