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91 Elwick Road, in Hartlepool, where plans for a new fish and chip shop have been defeated for a second time.

Bid to open new fish and chip shop is defeated again

According to analysis by Mobiles.co.uk these are the worst tourist attractions for phone signal in the UK. Photo: Astarot - stock.adobe.com

Worst tourist attraction to get a phone signal at in England

Have you been able to listen in behind the scenes at a call centre?

It was hilarious when a call centre didn’t put me on hold

From left, Ashley Wilkinson and Becky McEwan, of Wates, and Councillor Gary Allen at the new Seaton Carew Library footpath.

New footpath connects library with park

Halfords DIY advent calendar is back for 2024. Photo: Halfords

Halfords DIY advent calendar is back for 2024 - how to buy

More than 100 representatives from local and national companies are meeting in Hartlepool to hear about the opportunities offered by X-energy’s proposed nuclear project.

Hartlepool FE hosts businesses to discuss multi-billion pound nuclear project

Dave Broadbent, chair of R3 in Yorkshire

Yorkshire and the Humber sees one of the sharpest UK-wide increases in new busin...

AI continues to be a buzz word in the world of tech. Photo: Supatman - stock.adobe.com

I went to a major tech event and these three things caught my eye

Image I made on Picsart. Photo: Picsart

2 common mistakes people make when generating AI photos

The Stag And Monkey, Hartlepool, has received permission to install another gaming machine.

Pub wins permission for extra gaming machine

TGI Friday's at New Mersey Retail Park, Speke.

Full list of 35 TGI Fridays branches saved and shut as 1,000 jobs go

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The cheap winter heating solution that follows Martin Lewis' advice

35 restaurants have been closed with immediate effect

TGI Fridays closures: 35 shut and 1,000 jobs lost in 'rescue deal'

Grace Restaurant and Bar, in Navigation Point, Hartlepool, has closed its doors to the public due to “health reasons” and the “location of the restaurant.”

Restaurant closes after five and a half years

Royal Mail has hiked the price of first-class stamps from today

Royal Mail hikes the price of stamps today - how much you'll now pay

What is the next big trend in mobile gaming? An expert weighs in. Photo: sezer66 - stock.adobe.com

Next big trends to watch for in mobile gaming, expert says

Take a look into the crystal ball 🔮

Matthew Mohan-Hickson

Person on a mobile phone. Photo: Adobe

The simple question that confuses a Supercomputer

Fire engines arrived at McDonald’s, in Surtees Road, Peterlee, shortly before 10am on Friday, October 4. Picture credit County Durham Updates

Fire officers tackle blaze at Peterlee McDonald’s

Sean Boagey and Caroline Webb, of C&S Fitness, open their own Reformer Pilates studio - the first in Hartlepool and largest in the North East.

Reformer Pilates studio opens in Hartlepool

Marine Hotel, Seaton Carew. Picture by FRANK REID

Seaton Carew hotel restaurant plans approved

How the Roseberry Place retail parade will eventually look.

Work begins on new retail parade

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‘Trailblazer’ Danielle Croce wins Tees Businesswoman of the Year 2024

Instagram has introduced Teen Accounts. Photo: Instagram

Instagram announces new protections for teens - how it works

Wi-Fi 7 is coming to the UK. Photo: A Stockphoto - stock.adobe.com

A new type of Wi-Fi is coming to the UK - what to expect

A personal finance expert talks about what help is out there for the 10 million pensioners that won’t qualify for the winter fuel payments this year (Photo by Adobe Stock)

Alternative winter support payments if you're struggling with bills

Camerons Brewery. Picture by FRANK REID.

Fire crews tackle blaze at Camerons Brewery

Halifax and Lloyds online banking down for thousands of customers

Thousands of people are unable to access their online banking account with Halifax and Lloyds this morning.

Leanne Clarke

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I'm a personal finance expert - my tips to save on energy bills

The new Dart Foods store, in Villiers Street, Hartlepool. Credit: LDRS

Shop's alcohol licence hours reduce amid ASB fears

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How shoplifting raises prices: the hidden costs on consumers in shops

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How to budget for the hidden costs of anti-social behaviour

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How small businesses can combat shoplifting and anti-social behaviour

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Vandalism's toll: how damaged property affects local funds and taxes

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What to do if your rental property is damaged by silent crime

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I'm a small business expert - how to protect yourself from crime

Have you enjoyed a pint in any of these pubs?

Good Beer Guide 2025: Cheers to the best pubs

Dan and Kayleigh Cater won £100,000 on the National Lottery app.

Check your tickets: unclaimed National Lottery prizes could be waiting

Adam Bingham, left, and Chris Ord outside Geek Retreat, at 105 York Road, Hartlepool, when it opened in 2023. Picture by FRANK REID

Geek Retreat branch wins permission to expand

Heron Foods will shortly open on the site of the former Headland Gate pub in Hartlepool.

Update on when new food store opens on site of pub

Hartlepool Business Week 2024 is taking place this year from Monday, October 14, until Friday, October 18, and has been organised by Hartlepool Borough Council’s Economic Growth Team and a range of partners. Events are mainly taking place at The BIS, in Whitby Street, but there is also an online session and one at The Grand Hotel, in Victoria Road.

Business Week returns for third year running

Cousins Sam Crawford (right) and Damon Crawford have opened a luxury tanning salon RAYZ Tanning Lounge on Reed Street, in Hartlepool, featuring upright and horizontal sunbeds.

Cousins convert former showroom into luxury tanning salon

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How to register for tax self assessment with HMRC as deadline looms

Primark has turned 50 in the UK and these are the first stores it opened in Britain. Generic picture of a Primark store. Photo: Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images

The first 10 Primark stores to open in Britain and where

First Primark store in Britain and an advert for it (R). Photo: Primark

How Primark prices have changed since its first store opened in the UK

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Gen-Zers might be sitting on £2,000 of free money - how to check

Pokemon TCG Pocket releases in October. Photo: Pokemon

A new Pokemon mobile game is launching soon - how to play

An artist's impression of how the Highlight will look when finished.

Cafe operator wanted for Highlight

Looking to try out a new business? Look no further.

Nine new Hartlepool businesses to try

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Martin Lewis shares why you should submit an energy meter reading soon

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The UK areas with the worst bank branch access revealed by Which?

Hartlepool College of Further Education, in Stockton Street, has unveiled its new construction workshops to students following their transformation by be:ONE partners.

Construction partners create state-of-the-art workshop for students

Amazon has revealed a redesign of its envelope packages for the UK. Photo: Amazon

Amazon is making a big change to its packages - here’s why

Desks and office chairs are on offer at Amazon this week

Kit out your home office with these great furniture deals on Amazon

Fake Text message SMS scam. Photo: panuwat - stock.adobe.com

Can you stop scam texts? What you can do about spam messages

East Durham College and Robertson Homes join to launch their construction apprenticeships programme.

Housebuilder and college launch apprenticeship partnership