Tees Valley
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New County Durham café and farm shop to create opportunities for autistic adults
A County Durham farm helping autistic adults build skills, confidence and work experience is preparing to open a farm shop and café.
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More than 100 young people find jobs through Darlington employment scheme
Darlington Employment Initiative helps more than 100 young people into jobs, with paid placements supporting 65 employers through Tees Valley funding.
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Hundreds of pupils take part in STEM event at Yarm Preparatory School
Around 600 pupils from 12 Tees Valley and North Yorkshire primary schools explored STEM careers through hands-on science, engineering and technology workshops.
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Glorious George - Book tells how pitman became Boro's record-breaking 59 goal hero
MIDDLESBROUGH FC are celebrating a notable anniversary. They are in the second tier of English football, dreaming of winning promotion to the top flight to make their jubilee year truly memorable.
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Tees Valley grandparents offered autism and ADHD support programme
Tees Valley grandparents can join The Owl Centre Charity’s Grandparenting Differently programme in Stockton to support grandchildren with autism and ADHD.
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Faster autism assessments rolled out for older patients in County Durham
Over-65s in County Durham and Teesside will get faster NHS autism assessments after a successful TEWV pilot cut waits from 118 to 20 weeks for many.
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North East gym beats multimillion-pound schemes to win national award
Billingham Forum, run by Tees Active, wins the ukactive Design, Build and Refurbishment Award after beating major multimillion-pound leisure schemes.
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Have your say as Tees Valley Mayor announces Question Time event
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen is inviting the public to put their questions to him in person at his next live Question Time event at Teeside University.
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From Middlesbrough to Tokyo and Texas - pop star Loren Heat's remarkable rise
On the back of their newest single, Loren Heat discusses their North East roots, Middlesbrough’s struggling queer scene and their performances in Japan and Texas' SXSW festival.
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PlayStation founder joins 400 games industry leaders at North East conference
Game Republic New Horizons brought games industry professionals to Middlesbrough, featuring PlayStation founder Ken Kutaragi
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Durham entrepreneur opens community-focused Pilates studio with start up loan
Durham entrepreneur Kayleigh Oborka-Letman launches NDA Pilates studio after securing a £17,500 British Business Bank Start Up Loan for inclusive wellness.
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North Yorkshire diabetes café helps Type 1 patients feel 'less alone'
Northallerton’s Type 1 diabetes support group at Friarage Hospital marks two years, helping patients manage diabetes, connect with others and support mental health.
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The Middlesbrough garden centre transformed into a Halloween wonderland
Cherry Hill Garden Centre in Middlesbrough has transformed into a Halloween destination with spooky trails and immersive attractions.
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North East hospital gets £1m A&E upgrade aimed at cutting patient waiting times
The University Hospital of North Tees will receive £1m in government funding to refurbish its emergency department and bring down waiting times for patients.
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Pride in Place funding to bring £750,000 boost for dropped kerbs in Darlington
MONEY from a Government-backed initiative to improve the lives of people in Darlington is helping to make key parts of the town more accessible.
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Teesside woman 'petrified' of flying faces her fears with skydive for good cause
Kelly Petts jumped out of a plane despite being 'petrified' of flying, to raise almost £2,000 for Teesside Hospice.
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Tees Valley college group unveils ambitious Destination 2030 plan
Education Training Collective launches Destination 2030 to expand skills, careers and clean energy training across the Tees Valley, backed by major investment.
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Renowned swim school launches at popular North Yorkshire venue
Puddle Ducks, Tees Valley, has launched new classes for babies and toddlers at Saltmoore Beach House in Sandsend Road, Whitby.
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Renowned swim school launches at popular North Yorkshire venue
Puddle Ducks, Tees Valley, has launched new classes for babies and toddlers at Saltmoore Beach House in Sandsend Road, Whitby.
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New North East bus route links Darlington with airport and retail park
A new direct bus service linking Darlington, Teesside Park and Teesside International Airport has launched across the Tees Valley.
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Welcoming a second review of the combined authority: it must clear the air
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Fresh TVCA inspection ordered amid 'material concerns' over finances and governance
The Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) will face a fresh probe by government-appointed inspectors.
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Inspectors to probe Ben Houchen's Tees Valley over 'ongoing concerns' by Government
Teesworks, the freeport set up by Lord Ben Houchen, has been beset by controversy.
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County Durham pasture to become wildlife habitat aimed at cutting nitrogen pollution
County Durham’s Westwick Habitat Bank near Barnard Castle will restore 25 hectares for wildlife, cut nitrogen pollution reaching Teesmouth and support new homes.
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Former jockey launches luxury toilet hire business in North Yorkshire after injury
Former jockey Henry Brooke launches North Yorkshire Toilets, providing luxury mobile loos for weddings, festivals, parties and building sites across the region.
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North Yorkshire apprenticeship fair to showcase careers and training routes
Thirsk and Malton MP Kevin Hollinrake hosts an apprenticeship fair at Thirsk School on October 22, connecting visitors with North Yorkshire employers.
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Riverside stadium to host 150th anniversary performance before Cardiff clash
More than 300 Tees Valley dancers will perform at Riverside Stadium before Middlesbrough FC’s Cardiff City clash on Saturday (October 17).
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£30m Transporter Bridge funding could be freed up as repair plans move forward
Tens of millions could be put towards fixing the Transporter Bridge, even if it is not deemed a transport project. Currently, a £30m allocation from Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) can only be used on the landmark if it is restored to full working order.
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Darlington charity's new boss warns of income crisis as losses mount
Darlington charity Tandem is losing money each month, as chief executive Mike Renton warns of financial pressure threatening its work helping people into jobs.
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Green light for £160m programme to create digital and creative hubs in Tees Valley
Tees Valley’s £160m Investment Zone gets digital and creative hubs for Middlesbrough and Hartlepool, supporting local jobs, growth and innovation by 2029.
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North East charity ball raises record £89,000 to help families facing hardship
The Teesside Charity has raised a record £89,000 at its annual ball, supporting families facing hardship across the Tees Valley through its Hardship Fund.
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North East soap star's remarkable career from Byker Grove to Emmerdale
From coalfield dramas to Emmerdale stardom, Charlie Hardwick has built a career spanning more than four decades with the North East at its heart.
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Excitement as 'elusive' and 'rare' bird spotted at North East nature reserve
Birdwatchers have been treated to sightings of an elusive bittern at RSPB Saltholme, with photographer Gareth Bowes capturing the bird on camera.
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Delight for birdwatchers as rare bird of prey spotted at North East nature reserve
A marsh harrier has been captured on camera at RSPB Saltholme by Northern Echo Camera Club photographer Pat Blewitt during visits in recent months.
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Chris Kamara reveals his favourite Yorkshire places, from fish and chips to football stadia
Chris Kamara shares his best Yorkshire life, from Wakefield and Yorkshire Sculpture Park to York Races, football memories and family days out with wife Anne.
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New nursery officially opens in Yarm with state-of-the-art facilities
Little Phoenix Nursery, part of Yarm School, was recently opened by Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen.
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Dolphin Centre sport hall STILL has no reopening date months after closing for refurb
A Darlington sports hall which has been out of action for almost four months still has no confirmed reopening date, leaving regular users frustrated and unable to return to activities they have enjoyed there for decades.
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Much-loved Darlington steampunk festival cancelled for 2027 in 'sad' announcement
A much-loved steampunk festival bringing colourful costumes, traders and Victorian-inspired entertainment to a historic Darlington attraction has been cancelled for 2027.
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Inside fashion retailer Oliver Bonas' new store now open in Teesside Park
Oliver Bonas has opened its first Tees Valley store at Teesside Park - take a look at the new shop.
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Mayor and TVCA backing BUSINESSiQ Awards at Raby Castle
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen backs BUSINESSiQ Awards, highlighting skills investment, local jobs and growth across Teesside, Darlington and Hartlepool.
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Healthcare heroes celebrated at Tees and North Yorkshire awards
University Hospitals Tees honours NHS staff across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire at its Caring Better Together Awards, celebrating dedication and excellence.
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Analysis: Kemi Badenoch chooses to take fight to Reform from Conservative conference
Kemi Badenoch is hoping that a message about economic competence can lure back in some former Tory supporters who moved to Reform.
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Tees Valley bids for £1.3bn transport overhaul as town centres set for £24m boost
Town centres across Tees Valley could receive a major transport boost under plans worth more than £1.3 billion that have been submitted to the Government.
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Tees Valley pilot aims to create 1,500 apprenticeships for young people
Tees Valley to pilot £9.4m apprenticeship scheme helping 16-24-year-olds into work, aiming for 1,500 starts and tackling youth unemployment in the North East.
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North East logistics development reaches milestone as 1,000 jobs move closer
Rula Developments completes Phase 1 at Teeslink in Stockton, unlocking 775,000 sq ft of North East industrial space for businesses and up to 1,000 jobs
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Ben Houchen: North's attributes not being realised due to PM of Manchester
Andy Burnham is the first Prime Minister from the North of England since Huddersfield’s Harold Wilson.
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North East author showcase to bring together 31 writers at community hub
Hartlepool Author Showcase brings 31 writers to Community Hub Central on October 24, featuring panels, book signings, workshops and family activities.
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North East college partnership aims to raise pupils’ aspirations
Middlesbrough College and Lingfield Education Trust launch a three-year Tees Valley partnership to boost primary pupils’ careers advice, skills and aspirations.
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Meet Sparky the barn owl and North East author at special family event
North East author Tracey Iceton brings barn owl Sparky to Preston Park Museum, Stockton-on-Tees, on October 24 for a talk, book signing and flying display.
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Tees Valley AI traffic system wins two major awards after cutting delays
Tees Valley Traffic Digital Twin wins two 2026 awards for using AI and live data to cut congestion, reduce delays and improve journeys across Teesside.