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Sue Leonard, front left, with, from left, Amelia and Mark Leonard, Joanne Grieves with her children Daniel and Emily, Elizabeth Charlton and Fred Grieves at the family's farm close to Elwick. Picture by FRANK REID

Family's fear over £24m relief road plans

Just some of the Hartlepool criminals to have been locked up at Teesside Crown Court recently.

The latest criminals to be jailed by the courts

The Gus Robinson Hartlepool Sports Awards winners for 2023. Picture by FRANK REID

All the winners from the Gus Robinson Hartlepool Sports Awards 2023

Icy conditions in Hart Lane, Hartlepool, on Friday, December 1. Picture by Frank Reid.

How long will the icy conditions remain?

Hartlepool Borough Council has increased security at the town's Civic Centre to protect frontline staff from abuse.

Council increases security to protect frontline staff

Becky Crocker, from Network Rail, and Matt Croasdale, from Northern, at Hartlepool Rail station with the new bridge and restored second platform behind them. Picture by FRANK REID

Services confirmed for revamped £12m rail station

Hartlepool Sports Personality 2023 Luke Swales, from Pools Youth FC, is presented with his award by Judith and George Stannard. Picture by FRANK REID

Gus Robinson Hartlepool Sports Awards report and pictures

Safety work in progress in November following the devastating fire at the former Wesley Chapel.

New update on plans to transform fire-hit former chapel

Tomara Thomas (Tom Adams) makes it to the final of the latest series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK.

Hartlepool drag queen finalist in RuPaul’s Drag Race UK

Main picture, a scene from new movie Jackdaw, which was filmed in Hartlepool and stars, inset, Jenna Coleman.

Watch new trailer for movie shot in Hartlepool

Sport

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 28: Middlesbrough player Sam Greenwood in action during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Preston North End at Riverside Stadium on November 28, 2023 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

What Leeds United boss Daniel Farke had to say on Sam Greenwood's loan deal
Daniel Farke admits to having no regrets over Leeds United’s decision to loan forward Sam Greenwood to Middlesbrough despite Boro’s option to turn the move into a permanent one.

AFC Fylde have called a pitch inspection ahead of their National League fixture with Hartlepool United. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

AFC Fylde confirm pitch inspection

Hartlepool United fall foul to the weather with training ground switch ahead of their trip to AFC Fylde. (Photo: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Pools forced to train elsewhere ahead of Fylde clash

Emmanuel Onariase is set to return for Hartlepool United against AFC Fylde. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool set for defensive boost ahead of trip to AFC Fylde

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 28: Middlesbrough coach Michael Carrick reacts on the touchline during the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Preston North End at Riverside Stadium on November 28, 2023 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Carrick previews Leeds trip

Hartlepool United

Tom Crawford is set for a spell on the sidelines for Hartlepool United. Picture by FRANK REID

Tom Crawford injury update
Tom Crawford is the latest Hartlepool United player who is set for a spell on the sidelines after John Askey confirmed the midfielder could be missing for up to six weeks.

Hartlepool United travel to AFC Fylde at the weekend. Picture by FRANK REID

Is this how Pools will line-up to face Fylde?

Hartlepool United have received one red card so far this season.

Here's where Pools sit in the National League fair play table

Hartlepool United reach the midway stage of the season against AFC Fylde.

Pools reach midway point of the season with trip to Fylde

Callum Cooke has been a significant return for Hartlepool United. Picture by FRANK REID

The fluctuating confidence levels of Hartlepool United

Middlesbrough FC

Yannick Bolasie is back in the Championship on a short-term deal. (Photo by Jacques Feeney/Getty Images)

Former Boro loan winger joins Championship club
Former Middlesbrough loan winger Yannick Bolasie is back in the Championship after agreeing a short-term deal with Swansea City.

4 Dec 2000: Bryan Robson with new Middlesbrough coach Terry Venables at a Press conference at the Middlesbrough training ground, Darlington. Mandatory Credit: Michael Steele/ALLSPORT

Tributes paid to former Boro boss and England Euro 96 hero

Middlesbrough have been dealt a significant injury blow. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Middlesbrough hit with significant injury blow

Terrell Agyemang has returned to Middlesbrough from his Hartlepool United loan spell. Picture by FRANK REID

Midfielder returns to Middlesbrough following short-term Pools loan

Middlesbrough midfielder Terrell Agyemang's loan deal is set to expire with Hartlepool United. Picture by FRANK REID

Decision time for Pools on Middlesbrough midfielder

Crime

Darren Rowbotham was sentenced to immediate prison.

Jail for pervert who sexually assaulted schoolgirl

These cases from the Hartlepool area were dealt with recently at Teesside Magistrates' Court, in Middlesbrough. Picture by FRANK REID.

The latest Hartlepool court cases

Keith Dixon pleaded guilty to the offences at Teesside Magistrates Court in November. Picture by FRANK REID

Drunken bus passenger sexually harassed woman and teen girl

Jamie Johnson owes nearly £1,000 after he was taken to court for dodging rail fares totalling £8 while using Horden Train Station.

Rail fare dodger faces near £1,000 court bill

A police picture of cannabis seized during a raid at a property in Stockton Road, Hartlepool.

Trio to face trial over £400k cannabis farm

Ryan Gilling is wanted on a recall to prison notice.

New police appeal to trace missing killer

What's On

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

The Headland has installed a host of illuminations for Wintertide Festival.

21 photos of WIntertide's opening night

Will you be visiting any Christmas markets this year?

17 Christmas markets happening in Hartlepool

The angels are set to return to Hartlepool for the 2023 Christmas lights switch on.

All you need to know about Hartlepool’s Christmas lights switch on

Retro

Some of the scenes from Middleton Grange shopping centre from the early 2000s.

23 retro photos of Middleton Grange from the early 2000s
Hartlepool’s Middleton Grange Shopping Centre has seen countless customers come and go since it first opened its doors in 1970.

Just some of the TV shows and movies to be filmed in the Hartlepool and East Durham area.

16 TV shows and movies filmed in and around Hartlepool

Pupils at Lynnfield Primary School take part in the school's 2012 nativity play.

30 photos of life at Lynnfield Primary School over the decades

Just some of the Hartlepool people who were interviewed for our My Night Out column in the Noughties.

24 retro photos of people discussing a night on the town

Just some of the people who voiced their opinion on a variety of issues to the Hartlepool Mail in 2004.

22 retro pictures of Hartlepool people speaking their minds

Health

“I’ll happily bet that sitting has become so frequent that it’s unlikely you’ll ever question how much of it you do."

FEELING GREAT: Sitting has now become the ‘dangerous norm’ for many

FREE courses in Hartlepool to improve children’s wellbeing. Picture – supplied

Ad Feature FREE courses in Hartlepool to improve children’s wellbeing

“How will you cope when you’ve got all that time on your hands and you’re not sure how you’re even going to begin to fill it?"

FEELING GREAT: Retirement could be the most inactive period of anyone’s life

Doctor Christopher Brett Valentine is accused of behaving in a "sexually motivated way" towards six patients.

Doctor accused of behaving in 'sexually motivated way'

Homes & Gardens

Winter Stags Blue Double Reversible Duvet Cover Bedding Set.

Black Friday: Happy Linen Company making bedtime a dream
We know bedtime for the little ones can sometimes become a nightmare… that is why at Happy Linen Company their purpose is to make every bedtime a dream, not only for the kids and grandkids, but for you too!

Vax Onepwer Edge Dual Pet & Car cordless vacuum.

Check out some great deals on Vax products this Black Friday

Hoodie Blanket.

For the ulimate comfort and warmth check out the winter range from kudd.ly

Kilner offers so many choices.

Kilner Jar helping generations to successfully preserve and store food

What new bungalows in Dumfries Road, Hartlepool could look like. Rendered by BDN (Building Design Northern).

Dementia friendly bungalows plan submitted

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

Lifestyle

Middleton Grange shopping centre car park on Park Road. Picture by FRANK REID

Free parking in run up to Christmas

Burger King sparks speculation around return of its iconic bean burger – and fans will have a say.

Burger King sparks speculation around return of its iconic bean burger

The new range.

Restaurant quality pizzas and pasta with pizzazz from PizzaExpress

Just £4.

Celebrations and Quality Street tubs now on sale at Aldi for under £4

People

Mike Nevin holds a copy of his new book.

Hartlepool author publishes cosy murder mystery series
Book lovers can now buy the first three novels in a new cosy murder mystery series self-published by a Hartlepool author.

Graham Hollick, founder and owner of Motivation Stone Baked, in Hartlepool.

Pizza shop owner donates profits to Hartlepool youth centre

The new lifeboat entering Whitby with Dennis, Jack and Jock's names on the RNLI 13-49 Decal.

Friends 'reunited' through lifeboat memorial campaign

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

Opinion

A scene from Childline's Christmas television advert, which has been based on real calls to the service's counsellors.

CHILDLINE: Christmas can be a lonely and frightening time for many children and ...

To many, the festive season means joy, fun and love.Darren Worth
Cristale, Dilan Markanday and Asha Gold share their life lessons with Mayowa Quadri, left, in the VERSUS and Childline ‘The Team Talk’ video.

CHILDLINE: R&B artist, footballer and rapper and actor share their experiences i...

​Anti-Bullying Week is co-ordinated by the Anti-Bullying Alliance to remind us that preventing and responding to bullying is vital.

CHILDLINE: More than 8,000 counselling sessions on bullying in one year

Modern art is rubbish... but good for getting your steps inRichard Ord
Richard Ord
"I disagree wholeheartedly with painkillers being prescribed without the root cause of the problem being addressed first."

FEELING GREAT Physio can often be a better option than taking painkillers

“As a general rule of thumb, the experts predict that you can burn up to 200 calories with a typical one-hour clean of an average-sized house."

FEELING GREAT: Doing the housework could help keep you fit and healthy

​‘Sextortion’ sees children and young people tricked into sharing sexual images by abusers who extort money or further imagery.

CHILDLINE: Huge increase in ‘sextortion’ reports over first six months of 2023

Business

Left to right: Alice House senior managers Greg Hildreth, Julie Hildreth and Co-CEO Nicola Haggan, and Simon Corbett, founder of Orangebox Training Solutions.

Sell out dinner raises £16,000 for Alice House Hospice

Smith & Friends Estate Agents, in York Road, Hartlepool.

Estate agency changes name after two-year transformation

12-14 Church Street Hartlepool. Picture by FRANK REID

Student accommodation plans refused

Staff member Ashlyn O'Donnell in the award-winning ladies' toilets at Wetherspoon's Ward Jackson pub, in Church Square, Hartlepool. Picture and caption by FRANK REID.

Pub triumphs in Loo of the Year Awards

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UK Trending

Parent Power 2024: The Times releases its list of Best UK schools & league table

The Sunday Times releases Parent Power 2024 UK guide

Grand Theft Auto will soon be available to play on Netflix Games.

Grand Theft Auto to be released on Netflix Games

Take a look at the incredible wildlife images being considered for Wildlife Photgrapher of the Year People's Choice Award.

Images up for top gong in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Stormy has been announced as the headline act for Boardmasters Festival 2024.

Everything you need to know about Boardmasters Festival 2024

Clarkson's Farm has been renewed for a fourth season.

Amazon Prime Video confirm return of Jeremy Clarkson farm show

Former pop star presents the top 15 flashbacks in fashion

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