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Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

Workhorse: the Ryichi wind-up radio is compact but could be a lifesaver

I tested this £29.99 emergency radio for power cuts

The entrance to Beamish Museum

Beamish Museum closed due to Storm Boelo

Emily Hanley (right) with senior surgical care practitioner Beth Alderton.

New clinic supports Hartlepool surgery patients

From left, Stockton North MP Chris McDonald MP, Middlesbrough Southeast and Cleveland MP Luke Myer, Prime Minster Andy Burnham, Middlesbrough and Thornaby East MP Andy McDonald MP and Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash.

'Our local emergency services need fairer funding'

Take a look at some of Hartlepool's oldest buildings.

Explore Hartlepool’s most historic buildings

Changing Futures North East founder, Graham Alton.

Fostering interest on the rise in Hartlepool

Alice Harper (left) and Mia Dale are pictured with one of the Mayday Mayday badges. Photo credit Tom Collins RNLI.

Girl Guides raise hundreds for Hartlepool RNLI

Wynyard Hall has released its Christmas events calendar featuring a host of experiences designed to capture the magic and spirit of Christmas.

Christmas magic awaits at Wynyard Hall

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Could Hartlepool be in for a stormy spell as Storm Austen sweeps across the nation?

Storm Boelo set to batter Hartlepool

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

Marina Way and the surrounding area from the air.

Town set for £24m from fund to boost transport connections

Golden Flatts teacher Clair Taylor, and pupils Advitha Trinity, Poppy, Eva, Kayleigh and Vinnie with Friends of Seaton Station members along with Marie Addison from Northern Rail.

Pupils on the right track with station safety artwork

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BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt

BBC presenter quits after 35 years for new career

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Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Crime

A man from the edge of Hartlepool has been arrested as part of a National Crime Agency investigation into a suspected international drugs plot.

Man charged over alleged international drugs plot

Hartlepool murderer Nathan Owens.

Hartlepool killer sentenced to life for murdering stepdaughter

Ally with her partner Shaun Mathieson and a member of their extended family in 2024.

Partner's tribute to 'kind and bubbly' grandmother who died after bus incident

The woman died after becoming unwell outside Coral in York Road, Hartlepool.

Suspect bailed as bus death inquiry continues

Police are appealing for any information after the incident in York Road.

Arrest after bus passenger, 60, dies following 'altercation'

Brierton Sports Centre. Picture by FRANK REID

Sport centre users face abuse from youths

Weather

Temperatures are expected to soar in Hartlepool later this week as another heatwave sweeps the nation.

Hartlepool prepares for another heatwave as temperatures soar

People enjoying themselves at Hartlepool's beaches on July 10.

13 super snaps of people enjoying the summer sun

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for wind for the North East.

Storm Dave: Met Office issues amber weather warning

Opinion

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash is pleased with the success of Labour in Pride in Place programme.

'£21.5m Pride in Place programme is making a difference to town'

Labour investment is already transforming community facilities across our town and this is just the beginning of a £21.5 million Pride in Place programme.

Jonathan Brash

A young person may carry worries and concerns as they grow up. Photo posed by model

Childline: Increasing number of counselling sessions now involve mental and emot...

Bishop Cuthbert play area, in Hartlepool, where recent anti-social behaviour is believed to have taken place.

'Do you know were your children are?'

Childline: Gaming companies need to put children's safety at the heart of platform design

Darren Worth

Significant changes have not yet been made to block the creation, viewing or sharing of nude material. Photo posed by model

Childline: Call to install nudity blocking technology on children’s smartphones ...

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash, seated centre on stage, speaks at a New Statesman event at the Labour Party conference.

'My focus is on making sure our voice is heard'

The Kindness Challenge initiative runs between Monday, October 5 and Friday, October 9.

Childline: Challenge aiming to spread kindness in school and nurseries

Politics

Hartlepool Borough Council leader Cllr Dave Bruce.

Open call for ambitious proposals to boost town pride

Kilwick Street in Hartlepool has seen a number of recent HMO applications.

Clampdown on HMO rules are welcomed

Victoria Ward Councillor Karen Oliver has called for more information on out of area placements.

Councillors call for more detail over people being placed in town

The new production hub aims to support Hartlepool creative businesses and boost the wider film studios and Production Village.

New multi-million pound creative production hub approved

Business

Members of the Pailor family (front) celebrate JJ Hardy & Son's 170th anniversary with staff, customers, suppliers and MP Jonathan Brash.

Family engineering firm celebrates 170 years

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

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Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Jenny Ryan put teams through their paces as part of a special celebration for Skipton Building Society members

Quiz star Jenny Ryan stuns punters with surprise pub appearance

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Unsuspecting moviegoers surprised by Rylan were given free treats and cinema tickets

Rylan has disguised himself as a sofa to surprise filmgoers

Environment

The film follows Hartlepool fisherman Stan Rennie as he battles for answers.

Fisherman's fight brought to the big screen

A library picture from 2023 of fly tipping at the rear of West View Road, in Hartlepool.

Secret cameras installed fly-tipping hot spots to catch offenders

Members of the Central Estate Residents Group and partners with the results of their recent community clean up.

Residents clean up their estate and help restore pride

The mounds of shredded household waste at Hart Quarry in Hartlepool.

Arrest of suspect over illegal waste mountains

People

Take a look inside this £1.95m Hartlepool home.

£1.95m Hartlepool home hits the market
This detached Hartlepool home has seven bedrooms, five bathrooms and two reception rooms.
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Councillor Rob Darby at Rossmere Park.

£750,000 Government boost improves Hartlepool

Pictured from left is BloomInArt co-director Emma Wheetman, Councillor Rob Darby and BloomInArt co-director Rachel Laycock.

Community artwork planned for Fireworks Spectacular

Both Hartlepool RNLI lifeboats pictured at sea during the search on Friday, October 23. Photo credit Tom Collins RNLI.

Lifeboats called into action during Storm Austen

Students from The Northern School of Art showcased their creative talent on the big screens at Middlesbrough Football Club’s Riverside Stadium.

Art students’ work lights up Riverside Stadium

Education

Hartlepool is one of the towns which a study believes could benefit from a new higher education institution or university.

Experts believe Hartlepool would benefit from new university

Trimdon Hill School achieved a “strong standard” in all areas in its first Ofsted report.

New school wins praise in glowing Ofsted report

East Durham College’s Peterlee Campus became the home of BBC’s Question Time earlier this month as presenter Fiona Bruce brought debate to the region.

East Durham College hosts BBC’s Question Time

Hartlepool Sixth Form College principal, Vikkie Morton.

New principal makes high standards pledge

Chief executive Andy Brown, centre, is pictured with Ad Astra Academy Trust’s new starters.

'We are one big family' - Schools welcome new staff

Alison Lyons (left) with actors Daisy Edgar-Jones and George MacKay in costume.

Alison dresser to the stars of new Jane Austen movie

Health

A new project designed to help residents aged 65 and over become more active and socially connected is set to launch at Hornby Park this November.

New scheme at Hornby Park helps older residents stay active

Amy McBean (left) and double Olympic boxing champion Nicola Adams at Slimming World’s Woman of the Year 2026 competition.

Slimmer’s success earns national recognition

Members of the Hartlepool cardiac rehab programme group.

Rehab sessions getting heart patients back to health

Hartlepool footballers Jack Hunter and Jamie Miley with University Hospitals Tees’ education and training partner Teresa Pounder.

Hartlepool United and NHS team up for CPR sessions

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The Hyundai Inster’s boxy shape and round lights give the small electric car plenty of character

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