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Motivational speaker to deliver candid talk in North East about life with ADHD
A broadcaster and motivational speaker is set to give a talk at a North East community hub, offering real-world insights into life with ADHD.
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From shy to thriving - how a scheme helped three North East workers find jobs
Three young North East workers are thriving after securing employment through the Youth Guarantee Trailblazer scheme
Violent thug doused woman in paint and ammonia during drug-fuelled attack
A violent thug who doused a Middlesbrough woman in paint and ammonia during a drug-fuelled attack in her own home has been locked up.
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School pupil throws glass bottle at warden carrying out safety patrol in North East
A school pupil threw a glass bottle at a warden in the North East, as the local council condemned the "completely unacceptable" attacks.
Smokin Joe's takeaway announces new opening date after spell of setbacks
Smokin Joe's - which went 'viral' for its response to bad reviews - has announced it is set to open a new venue next week after multiple setbacks.
North East rehabilitation centre rated 'outstanding' by brain injury charity
Cygnet Newham House in Middlesbrough has been rated outstanding by Headway for its specialist rehabilitation care for women with acquired brain injuries.
Counter-protester caught on CCTV launching rocks at rioters in bid to protect mosque
A counter-protester was caught on CCTV throwing rocks at rioters as police struggled to maintain control of the streets of Middlesbrough.
Drug driver left pensioner with brain injury after hit-and-run crash
A drugged-up Middlesbrough driver who left a pensioner with life changing injuries following a hit-and-run crash has been locked up.
North East council received £12,000 + VAT for five days of filming in the town hall
Middlesbrough Council received £12,000 + VAT for five days of filming in the Town Hall.
Double funding boost helps launch early years unit in North East
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School in Nunthorpe has opened a new toddler learning space, supported by funding from housing developers and Middlesbrough Council.
Young people gain new skills in North East youth kitchen project
Young people in Middlesbrough are learning valuable culinary skills in a new state-of-the-art kitchen at the Linx Youth Project. The facility was officially opened by Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke and Councillor Nicky Walker to support youth development in the community.
Operation seizes more than 1,700 vehicles in North East police area
Cleveland Police’s Matrix officers seized over 1,700 vehicles in 2025 as part of Operation Trinity, a major police operation targeting road-related offences
'Surrounded by love' - Yarm woman braves midnight charity walk after husband's death
Jane Simpson, 48 from Yarm, is set to take part in Teesside Hospice's midnight walk in memory of her husband who passed away last year.
Dangerous drivers and perverts among those locked up in January
Here are some of the people who have appeared in Teesside Crown Court in January.
Author launches new picture book at North East neonatal unit
Children’s author and illustrator Hannah Graham launched her new picture book, Looking Through the Plastic, at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The James Cook University Hospital.
Retro toy fair returns to North East venue with 90 tables of nostalgia
Teesside Memorabilia, a retro toy and collectibles fair, will be held at The Hub in Middlesbrough
Public notice: Company seeks licence for eight vehicles and two trailers
TT Industrial Ltd has applied for an operator’s licence to run eight goods vehicles and two trailers from Units 1–4 Buck Street, Middlesbrough TS2 1LW, according to a public notice.
Council to invest £5m in community hubs across North East town
A £5 million investment could soon transform Middlesbrough's neighbourhood hubs.
North East graduate gearing up as Italy play in their first major tournament
Teesside University graduate Gian-Piero Meade will represent Italy in the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup, marking the country’s debut in a major international tournament.
Middlesbrough heavyweight desperate to take 'big chance' in front of huge TV audience
Middlesbrough heavyweight Will Howe fights live on the BBC tonight against Ergal Elezaj