Gazette Live

Sun, 8 Feb 2026 09:47:58 +0000
'Dangerous' paedophile who sexually abused three children admits he is 'a risk'
Rhys Johnston, 26, has been handed a 10-year sentence by a judge who described him as an 'imminent risk to children'

Sun, 8 Feb 2026 04:36:00 +0000
Ryanair and British Airways lesser-known luggage rules for electronics explained
Some airlines including Ryanair, British Airways and Lufthansa have strict rules limiting electronic devices in baggage

Sun, 8 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Photos show Linthorpe Road cycle lane removal underway as worker dubs it 'bad for business'
Middlesbrough’s most infamous cycle lane is being erased on Linthorpe Road, but with an approximate year-long removal period, work is only half way through

Sun, 8 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
REVIEW: Riverside restaurant serves up 'smokingly' delectable dishes and element of theatre
WATCH: Magical smoking dishes, cocktails and Teesside favourites are elevated at Noir D'or with stunning presentation at this gastronomical gem

Sun, 8 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Tributes to 'treasured daddy', 49, and 95-year-old great-gran of 15 among those being paid in The Gazette
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:37:17 +0000
Man dies in A68 crash near Heighington as three others seriously injured
A man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene following a two-car collision on the A68 near Heighington, County Durham :: Three others were taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 16:03:44 +0000
Footage: Stockton drug driver's 130mph chase through Hartlepool before crash at roundabout
Stockton man Lee Oakley, 44, tried to hide from officers in bushes after he'd crashed

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 13:51:10 +0000
Redcar schoolboy Charlie, 9, set to shave off hair in support of terminally ill great-gran
Charlie Boal, 9, from Redcar, decided he would shave his head for Macmillan when his nana's hair started to fall out

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 13:20:37 +0000
Man, 34, arrested after 'violent attack' on woman in Eston home
A woman was 'seriously assaulted' and was taken to James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough :: A man was arrested three days later

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 12:58:03 +0000
Jobs up for grabs as Rockliffe Hall plans 'flagship' restaurant
James Close and his wife Maria have revealed details for the eaterie at the hotel near Darlington

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 12:18:50 +0000
A177 Stockton crash leaves cyclist with serious head and internal injuries
A Seat Ibiza was involved in a crash with a man riding a pedal cycle on the A177 Durham Road Bypass in Stockton

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 11:16:49 +0000
Brilliant Sumo and Milk club nights out at The Empire relived in fantastic nostalgic pics
Sumo and Milk were two of Middlesbrough's most popular nights out

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 11:05:06 +0000
Outstanding barn conversion with sweeping countryside views and £820,000 price tag
Hawthorn Barn, in Northallerton, has been designed with natural light in mind

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 10:40:48 +0000
First look around Middlesbrough's newest B&M as discount retailer creates 22 new jobs
A brand new B&M store has opened in the Hillstreet Shopping Centre, Middlesbrough

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Viral optical illusion of baby with 'adult face' leaves people completely stumped
Reddit users have been left utterly baffled by a viral optical illusion which appears to show a baby with the face of a grown man - but there is a very simple explanation

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 00:05:00 +0000
Drugged-up thug released from prison weeks before stabbing cyclist in Hemlington attack
Josh Bradley, 21, stabbed a man in the buttocks and thigh during an attack in Hemlington

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
'I can hear you': Emotional Fiona moved to tears as doctors switch on hearing implant
Fiona Klimczak, 60, was the first patient at The James Cook University Hospital, in Middlesbrough, to receive the life-changing implant

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Tiny North Yorkshire hidden gem valley with fascinating church and stunning walks
The North York Moors village is steeped in history with its ancient church dating to Saxon times and offers scenic walks through Dalby Forest

Sat, 7 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
'Naughty boy’: How Hartlepool’s former MP is making global headlines in Epstein files revelations
Sleazy emails, allegations of misconduct and that photo in his pants could all point to the end of the road for former peer Peter Mandelson

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 20:01:00 +0000
UK government ban on foods on aircraft extended - list of 8 items 'could get £5,000 fine'
Even if a sandwich or drink is bought at duty free it could fall foul of strict rule

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 17:34:47 +0000
Cocaine gang smashed after drugs line takes 10,000 calls in one month
Four further men were convicted of drugs offences after a joint operation by Cleveland Police and the North East Regional Organised Crime Unit

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 15:51:42 +0000
Serial killer Steve Wright told 'you will die in prison' after teen murder sentencing
Steve Wright has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 40 years for the kidnap and murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, who was snatched by the serial killer after a night out in 1999

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 15:35:34 +0000
Red-wine slurping crack-addicted son strangles own mum in post-takeaway bust up
Stockton man Sam Hanley says he is now clean of crack cocaine

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 15:00:12 +0000
New Stockton Manjaros takeaway opens - with restaurant coming soon
The eatery is already taking orders for collection but diners will soon be able to eat in

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 13:44:24 +0000
Hartlepool's Camerons Brewery puts three North East pubs on market
Three popular North East pubs including Newcastle's Head of Steam, The Wheelhouse in Washington and The Mitre in Bishop Auckland have been put up for sale by the Teesside-based brewer

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