The weather is finally starting to get warmer as a mini heatwave comes to Hartlepool this week.

Mini heatwave comes to Hartlepool

Matt Turnbull trains around Hartlepool marina for his world record triathlon attempt later this year. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool athlete aiming to be a record breaker

Jamie Powis of Cicor presents a cheque to Hartlepool RNLI volunteer Colm Simpson.

Town firm's year-long support for RNLI

Left to right: Lyndsey Allen, Amanda Napper and Veronica Nicholson are standing in the Throston ward by-election in Hartlepool.

Hartlepol by-election candidates appeal to voters

Scores of Pools fans were spotted in Rochdale in fancy dress for the club's final away game of the season.

34 fan photos from Hartlepool United match

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£1.75million home hits the market

Hartlepool RNLI volunteers were called to an incident by the Humber Coastguard at Newport Bridge, on the River Tees, at 3am on Saturday, April 26.

Hartlepool RNLI attend emergency at Newport Bridge

We're looking back at Hartlepool school days from the past.

17 class Hartlepool school photos

Taxis on Avenue Road, in Hartlepool.

Views sought on proposed taxi changes

The latest solar panels approved will be installed on gravelled land to the back of the University Hospital of Hartlepool. Picture by FRANK REID

Plan for 1,500 solar panels at hospital approved

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Sport

Hundreds of Poolies were spotted at Rochdale, in Manchester, as Hartlepool United played their final away game of the season.

21 MORE fan photos as flat caps take Rochdale

More than 700 Poolies travelled to Rochester, in Manchester, for the club’s final away game of the season.

Madeleine Raine

Lots of smiles could be seen at the start of Saturday's game.

46 MORE fan photos as Hartlepool is humbled at Rochdale

Pools have lost their two games against promotion hopefuls Rochdale by an aggregate scoreline of 8-1 this season and suffered their heaviest defeat of the campaign on Saturday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach takes responsibility for Rochdale mauling

Michael Carrick, head coach of Middlesbrough.

Middlesbrough still have a Championship play-off chance

Here's what our Hartlepool United writer made of the Pools players following Saturday's humbling 5-1 defeat at Rochdale. Do you agree with his marks?

Pools player ratings from miserable Rochdale defeat

Hartlepool United

The Pools head coach apologised to the more than 700 travelling fans after his side endured a humbling 5-1 defeat at the hands of promotion hopefuls Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick apologises to fans following five-goal Dale drubbing

Hartlepool United head coach Anthony Limbrick apologised to Pools fans following a "bitterly disappointing" 5-1 defeat at the hands of promotion hopefuls Rochdale.

Robbie Stelling

Veteran Ian Henderson scored Rochdale's second goal as Pools were outclassed in a miserable first half. Picture by Frank Reid.

Fancy dress falls flat as Pools humbled by Dale

Experienced defender Tom Parkes returns to the side in the one Pools change, replacing the stricken Billy Sass-Davies. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools make one change for trip to play-off chasing Rochdale

Hartlepool United are ending he National League season in inconsistent fashion.

Who are the best sides in the National League right now?

Featherstone, who partnered Miley in midfield during Easter Monday's win over rivals Gateshead, has backed the former Newcastle man to carve out a successful career after a promising start to life at Pools. Picture by Frank Reid.

Featherstone backs former Newcastle man to have big future

Middlesbrough FC

Boro player ratings after Norwich draw

Middlesbrough player ratings after their goalless draw against Norwich City at the Riverside Stadium.

Joe Nicholson

Michael Carrick, head coach of Middlesbrough, consoles Marcus Forss of Middlesbrough.

Michael Carrick's defiant Middlesbrough play-off message

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick applauds the fans.

Boro boss on the 'massive' moment in the Championship play-off battle

Middlesbrough are three points off the play-offs following successive defeats.

Can Boro sneak into the top six? AI has given this verdict

Michael Carrick, head coach of Middlesbrough, looks on prior to the Sky Bet Championship match between Millwall FC and Middlesbrough.

Boro and Millwall managers react as play-off battle intensifies

Crime

Numbers 11 and 31 Rossall Street, Hartlepool. Photos: Hartlepool Borough Council.

Two houses on same street closed after complaints

The gold bracelet was reported stolen from a property in Hartlepool on Monday, April 21.

Sentimental bracelet reported stolen

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Exclusive Fraud minister Lord Hanson outlines plans to ban Sim farms

Police are trying to identify the riders shown in these pictures.

Police release pictures of nuisance off-road bikers

Gareth Dack was sentenced to 33 years in prison for the murder of 79-year-old Norma Bell in Hartlepool in 2016.

Man who murdered town foster mum dies in jail

A sixth teenager has been arrested following a large fire that broke out at a town centre bar earlier this month.

Six teenagers arrested following fire at Eskimo Joe’s

What's On

Wintertide Festival's parade at the last event in 2023. Picture by BERNADETTE MALCOLMSON

Businesses urged to be festival stars

Anthony Mackie in Captain America: Brave New World

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Grace’s ending explained and if there will be series 6

Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal as Ellie and Joel in The Last of Us season two trailer.

What time the next episode of The Last of Us is out

Your World Hartlepool

May Bank Holiday Alert – New Bluey Collection in Hartlepool Cinemas: Let’s Play Chef

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A mother waits in her car near a school — but stopping in restricted zones during the school run could still lead to fines or penalty points under UK parking laws.

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Andrew Little, partner for Begbies Traynor in the North East

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Andrea Ramshaw, clinical lead nurse at Bannatyne Lodge Care Home, after winning the Social Care Nurse Award at The Great British Care Awards.

Peterlee care home nurse a winner at national Great British Care Awards

Retro

These are just some of the things which were hugely popular during the 1970s but you rarely, if ever, see today

14 things which were huge in the 1970s but you rarely see today

Many things from the 70s have come back into fashion, from bell-bottom trousers and tie-dye tops to platform shoes.

Robert Cumber

These are some of the most valuable toys from the 1980s, based on recent sold prices on eBay

13 of the most valuable 80s toys, worth up to £2,250

Do you recognise anyone in these retro photos of people out and about in Hartlepool in the noughties?

13 retro photos of people out and about in Hartlepool

Do you recognise anyone in these photos from the 1960s?

Memory lane: 13 photos of Hartlepool in the 1960s

Celebrities have recalled the first cars they owned, including a Mini Metro and a Ford Cortina

19 celebrities and their first cars before they were famous

Health

Rhysa Phommachanh, Health and Personal Care Specialist at Landys Chemist, has shared her post-marathon recovery plan.

London Marathon 2025: Five top tips for post-marathon recovery

Drugs like Ozempic, which is a treatment for type 2 diabetes, have become household names for weight loss.

Serious side effects of weight loss drugs as experts issue warning

London marathon runners have been warned ahead of the warm weather this weekend.

Warning issued to London Marathon runners as temperatures set to soar

The dopamine diet is the latest digital detox trend taking off on social media.

Three top tips on how to do a digital detox and avoid scrolling

Homes & Gardens

The So Chill Mini Fridge Infinity costs £44.99 from Smyths.

The new So Chill Mini Fridge Infinity is a real show-stopper

Introducing the So Chill Mini Fridge Infinity.

Stephanie Bateman

Get a better night's sleep with the Momcozy U Shaped Pillow.

Get a better night's sleep with the Momcozy U Shaped Pillow

These are some of the houses for sale across the country with extraordinary gardens

13 ordinary houses for sale with extraordinary gardens

These are some of the most magnificent houses for sale in the North East

9 of the most expensive houses for sale in the North East

The Hampshire home is a new-build, in a stunning new development

Tickets to win this £685,000 house have just dropped in price

Lifestyle

Affordable Wedding guest dress ideas from Monsoon, PrettyLittleThing and Urban Outfitters

Wedding guest dress ideas under £80

Grab your friends and take your group chat on an actual holiday for only £79 each

Group holidays for just £79 per person with Wowcher

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Be the ‘mana the hour’ this Father’s Day with Teremana Tequila

Wowcher's £27.99 gazebo is ideal for garden parties

This waterproof gazebo is now just £27.99 in a crazy Wowcher deal

Puzzles

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SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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People

TV personality Joe Baggs has teamed up with end of life charity Marie Curie and Superdrug to launch ‘The Art of Care’ – a giant 3D artwork of a Marie Curie Healthcare Assistant caring for a patient, made of the items that the charity’s nursing teams say can make a big difference at the end of life.

Launch of Superdrug’s ‘Purchase for Marie Curie Nurses’ campaign

TV personality Joe Baggs has teamed up with end of life charity Marie Curie and Superdrug to launch ‘The Art of Care’ – a giant 3D artwork of a Marie Curie Healthcare Assistant caring for a patient, made of the items that the charity’s nursing teams say can make a big difference at the end of life.

Stephanie Bateman

People have been pictured out and about in Hartlepool over the past few weeks. Do you recognise anyone?

36 photos of people out and about in Hartlepool lately

His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has published its report on Cleveland Fire Brigade.

Fire brigade 'could do better' after latest inspection

Opinion

“As pain strikes, we suddenly find the time to rework our schedules.”

FEELING GREAT: Always vary your routine for better and long-term results

I love staying active. For me, sitting at home isn’t an option, and my house feels more like a hotel – just a place to sleep at night.

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Sharks, ice, bacteria... nothing will keep the cold water bathers from their daily dip. Image produced by AI image generator Dall-E

Dippers turn the air blue

Jonathan Brash MP visiting Strabag, which has made Hartlepool a world leader in manufacturing, thanks to an incredible £50 million investment that’s transformed a disused factory at our docks into the most advanced tunnel segment factory in the world.

MP says: 'Hartlepool is on the up - Don’t let anyone talk us down'

Childline: Supporting children who often blame themselves for a family divorce or separation

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Business

This free tool can save you hundreds on your energy bills

Compare energy prices now before summer rises hit – free tool

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More than 500k overdue invoices in the North East in Q1, R3 research shows

Standing desks are great for health and wellbeing while working

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Four apartments aimed at contractors and professionals working in the area have been approved above Pizza Guys (centre) in Park Road, Hartlepool.

Apartment plan above takeaway wins approval

Tall Ships Races

From left, Darab Rezai, of Hartlepool Licensees' Association, and Hartlepool Borough Council leader Councillor Mike Young have both praised the Hartlepool Tall Ships Races event.

More reaction to 'absolutely magical' Tall Ships Races

Crowds gather at the Headland to picture the tall ships leaving Hartlepool on Sunday. Picture by BERNADETTE MALCOLMSON.

Your say on the Hartlepool Tall Ships Races 2023

The Bima Suci from Indonesia leaves the Victoria Dock on the last day of the Tall Ships. Picture by BERNADETTE MALCOLMSON

Bon voyage! Tall Ships organisers hail success of event

It's been a busy day as the Hartlepool tall ships leave port for the next leg of their journey.

17 pictures as tall ships set sail

UK Trending

The scene of the crash in Blackpool Road after a police chase through the streets of Preston on Monday evening (April 21)

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