Hartlepool13 hrs agoViews sought on nature recovery strategyThe combined authority says growth and development must go hand in hand with protecting its unique environment.13 hrs ago1 day agoTest your news knowledge with our weekly quizFrom chickens at breweries to weeds on a river bank, do you know your North East and Cumbria news?1 day ago5 days agoHundreds mourn police officer killed in A66 crashOfficers give PC Matthew Blades a guard of honour as people line the streets for his funeral.5 days ago6 days agoCouncil leader stands down after four monthsReform UK's Graham Harrison will still represent Hartlepool's Burn Valley ward as a councillor.6 days ago7 days agoDolly Parton inspired lottery winner's charity workFrances Connolly says it is in "mankind to share" when you have enough money.7 days ago5 Sept 2026Inmates restore 16 bikes for homeless peopleThe Bike Shed at HMP Addiewell donated bikes to help people struggling to travel around County Durham.5 Sept 20262 Sept 2026Hunt to find 400-tonne waste dump culpritsThree large waste dumps have appeared around north-east England this summer, investigators say.2 Sept 20262 Sept 2026Homework clubs and mentors aim to close grade gapThe gap in top A-levels between London and north-east England reaches its highest level post-pandemic, a charity says.2 Sept 20261 Sept 2026Reform UK calls for 'proper criminal justice system'Richard Tice says four of five men killed in the A66 crash should have been "nowhere near the streets".1 Sept 2026...
