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Thu, 21 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000
Eston driver left struggling to breathe after Covid and weight gain now back on road in top shape
Ian Sykes was left with permanent lung damage and gained weight after a severe bout of Covid in 2022

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:02:00 +0000
Council lead says new bin collections have driven up recycling in Stockton and responds to criticism
Councillor Nigel Cooke thanked residents for '80% participation' and answered criticism that the new system caused 'more problems than it solves'

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:01:00 +0000
Frustration at wait for results of study into passenger services running on railway freight line
An East Cleveland councillor said he was 'baffled' that the work required had been 'dragged out so long'

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:01:00 +0000
'Downright dangerous' parking on Eston high street criticised by councillor
Eston councillor Stephen Martin was told by a cabinet member restrictions and enforcement had been put in place

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:01:00 +0000
University Hospital of North Tees redevelopment the 'major endeavour over next 10 years'
Councillors were given an update on the 'absolutely critical' aspiration for a new hospital for Stockton - and plans to cut 558 jobs to two NHS trusts

Thu, 21 May 2026 16:52:09 +0000
Boro play-off LIVE: Where to watch Middlesbrough FC vs Hull City in Championship final
If heading to Wembley isn't on the cards, here's where you can watch the historic, yet controversial, game on Saturday, May 23

Thu, 21 May 2026 16:39:25 +0000
Train update for Boro fans heading to Wembley with decision confirmed over rail works
The club has issued advice along with LNER and Network Rail for those travelling down for the play-off final

Thu, 21 May 2026 15:09:00 +0000
Images released after violent disorder broke out following Middlesbrough vs Millwall match
Officers are asking for the public's help to identify five people they would like to speak to

Thu, 21 May 2026 15:00:21 +0000
Southampton punishment, emotional period - Middlesbrough boss Kim Hellberg react to Spygate
Kim Hellberg met with the media to preview Middlesbrough's play-off final against Hull City and discussed Spygate

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:53:23 +0000
Scorcher predicted for Boro FC fans watching game at home or heading off to Wembley
A 'notable heatwave' is forecast for this weekend's play-off final against Hull City, and that's not just on the pitch

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:40:34 +0000
Image shows rear of Skoda ripped off in Hartlepool crash as police appeal for witnesses
A 72-year-old man driving the Skoda on Tees Road suffered a number of broken ribs and was taken to hospital

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:24:39 +0000
Council unites to explore CCTV enforcement vehicle for 'astronomical task' of tackling poor parking
Members of all parties spoke of the issues they encountered with constituents of congestion and hazardous parking, particularly around schools

Thu, 21 May 2026 13:04:45 +0000
Middlesbrough councillor allowances to increase - but will still be joint lowest in North East
The increase will cost the council approximately £34,000 for a year

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:41:54 +0000
Brian Clough statue sidelined from Albert Park for specialist repairs years after being fenced off
The statue of Middlesbrough FC icon Cloughie will be now restored to its former glory after being fenced off since 2022

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:30:06 +0000
'Turn London red' - call to Middlesbrough FC fans as Wembley play-off final looms
Meanwhile Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen has invited supporters to head to Teesside Airport on Friday to give the team a great send-off

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:28:09 +0000
EasyJet makes Thursday statement for anyone with flights booked
Chief executive spoke out amid jet fuel supply concerns as the airline said it was adding to minimum prices later this year

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:09 +0000
Armed thug slashed teenager with razor blade during 'terrifying attack' in Norton
Shane Meir has been handed a suspended prison sentence after he was found guilty of GBH

Thu, 21 May 2026 11:14:08 +0000
Middlesbrough sex offender jailed over sick chats with two 'schoolgirls'
Adam Scott, 52, is starting his first prison sentence after admitting a string of child sex offences

Thu, 21 May 2026 07:16:42 +0000
Plans go in for phase one of huge data centre at Wilton site
Its expected that the Sembcorp Wilton International Data Centre can be ready for construction to start later this year

Thu, 21 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Wynyard sustainable fashion entrepreneur shortlisted for trio of honours at business awards
Maddie Sidebottom founded Wynyard Re:Loved four years ago :: She's nominated for three awards at the 2026 FB Fashion Ball Business Hero Awards

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000
‘You’ve got to start with dreams’: Redcar MP defends new pier ambitions
Anna Turley said: 'I wouldn’t be staking my credibility on this, if I didn’t believe this was deliverable'

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:01:00 +0000
'Gold-plated' Stockton animal welfare and pets protection service facing bottlenecks and pressure
People are giving up dogs because they cannot afford them or their veterinary fees, with 259 stray dogs in 2025-6, Stockton councillors heard

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:01:00 +0000
Calls to re-open council's Redcar waste site to public years after closing
Warrenby is now used as an internal waste transfer station by the council

Wed, 20 May 2026 16:09:15 +0000
Dealer dad caught selling cocaine from illegal bike in Thorntree to pay his own debts
Elliott Khan has avoided prison but will be closely supervised by probation and the police for the next two years

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:58:54 +0000
'Sneaky feelings', delight and promotion hopes: Boro fans react after Spygate 'justice done'
Middlesbrough FC supporters in the town centre were 'delighted' by the decision to expel Southampton from Saturday's final

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