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Man charged over 'bomb hoax' that sparked 16-hour armed police standoff
A man has been charged after a “bomb hoax” in Hemlington that sparked a 16-hour armed police standoff.
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Toddler suffered weeks of sexual and physical abuse before death, trial hears
'Murdered’ toddler Isabelle Welsh suffered sexual and physical abuse in the weeks leading up to her suffering a fatal brain injury, a trial has heard.
Businesses pledge their support to Teesside’s Armed Forces community
Businesses and organisations in Middlesbrough are pledging their support to the Armed Forces community.
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North East bare knuckle fighter crowned world champion in Philadelphia
Middlesbrough's Ben Bonner knocked out Austin Trout in Philadelphia on Friday (July 3), becoming the new world champion.
One of the North East's best known tattoo studios leaves its home after 15 years
One of Teesside's best-known tattoo studios Skins & Needles is preparing to leave its Linthorpe Road home after 15 years.
Former pub could become North East town's newest shisha lounge and bar
A former Linthorpe Road pub could become Middlesbrough’s newest shisha lounge and bar. The Red Lion, located at the southern end of the town’s busy Linthorpe Road, has been closed since September 2024, according to the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).
'Murdered' toddler suffered 100 injuries including 'abusive head trauma'
A pathologist has outlined the almost 100 injuries recorded outside and inside the body of ‘murdered’ Thornaby toddler Isabelle Welsh.
End in sight for major A174 North East roadworks project after months of disruption
A major roadwork project that has been ongoing for months is set to come to an end, but not for several more weeks. Essential repairs on the A174 Marton Interchange Overbridge (A172 Stokesley Road) in Middlesbrough have been ongoing since March 2, earlier this year.
North East man appears in court accused of deliberately ploughing tractor into home
A Middlesbrough man accused of deliberately ploughing a tractor into a home will appear before a judge next month.
North East 'champion of education' and charity CEO David Gallagher dies aged 45
David Gallagher, CEO of NCFE and beloved grassroots football official has died following a short illness.
'New chapter' as Northern School of Art prepares to split across two sites
The Northern School of Art is set to enter a new era as its Middlesbrough campus becomes The Northern College of Art from August 1, 2026, subject to parliamentary approval, creating two specialist sites for creative education.
North East college to change name in next phase of growth
A creative education campus in Middlesbrough is set to be renamed as it prepares for the next phase of its growth.
Staff ‘immensely proud’ as Teesside primary hailed for strong standards in all areas
Kader Academy in Middlesbrough has become the first school in its area to achieve ‘strong standard’ ratings across all seven Ofsted inspection areas.
New convenience store opens in North East unit previously plagued by crime
A new Budgens convenience store has opened on Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough, taking over a One Stop site previously affected by crime.
RECAP - Thornaby toddler Isabelle Welsh murder trial - Day 9
Live coverage of Isabelle Welsh murder trial as jury hears more evidence against pair accused of Thornaby toddler's murder on day 9.
North East basketball club partners with new sports bar
A North East basketball club has announced a new partnership with a sports bar which is due to open and aims to become a leading premier destination for live sport, entertainment and community events.
Man to appear in dock accused of deliberately ploughing tractor into North East home
A man is due to appear in court accused of deliberately ploughing a tractor into a Middlesbrough home.
Third Space initiative launched to strengthen communities in the North East
A partnership programme aimed at supporting locals and securing futures has been launched in Middlesbrough.
New North East menopause clinic aims to end rushed appointments for women in need
A new dedicated menopause clinic has opened in the North East, offering longer, more holistic support for women experiencing a wide range of symptoms, it has been announced.
Fundraiser, aged 96, scales Roseberry Topping in support of women’s charity
Howard Chapman took on Roseberry Topping to raise money for charity Rubie's in Middlesbrough.