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William's Den at Throston Allotments is taking shape.

Inclusive allotment powers past £1,800 in donations

Here are dozens of photos of people getting out and about and enjoying themselves across Hartlepool.

19 photos capturing everyday life in Hartlepool

The Salaam centre in Murray Street welcomes people from all cultures.

Community centre receives King's Award for outstanding volunteers

Take a look inside this three-bed Hartlepool home currently on the market for £240,000.

Home featuring skylight and outdoor bar hits the market

A look back at some pictures of Hartlepool's primary schools.

Back to school with these retro photos from the 80s to early Noughties

Sammie gave birth to Imogen Rose in June while still battling breast cancer.

Tributes to inspirational mum, 37, who 'touched the lives of everyone'

Poundland store

Town’s Poundland remains open as retailer secures extended deadline

Police closed Masefield Road at the junction of Catcote Road

Motorbike rider admits dangerous driving after eight-year-old injured

The scene of the accident at the Junction of Thomlinson Road and A689 south.

Driver told he faces jail after admitting causing death of pensioner

Council leader Dave Bruce.

Council outlines changes as it switches to cabinet model

How may have you tried?

Ten of the top rated places to eat in town

BILLY ELLIOT The Musical. Annette McLaughlin (Mrs Wilkinson), William Gurney (Billy)

Review: Billy Elliot soars on Sunderland Empire stage

Brian Robinson was convicted of strangulation, actual bodily harm and dangerous driving.

Brute strangled and stabbed partner in the face

David Manby admitted witness intimidation and breaching a restraining order.

Terrified woman woke at 4am to find ex-partner in her bedroom

Northern HV directors Chris Thomas, Phil Bromby and Andy Smallwood joined by other members of the team at the company's headquarters. Picture: Chris Booth

Electrical business primed for further growth as it turns five

Armed officers from Cleveland Police helped end the pursuit of a car travelling the wrong way along a dual carriageway.

Armed police help detain suspect after vehicle drives wrong way along A689
Armed police helped detain a suspect after a vehicle rammed a patrol car before driving the wrong way along a dual carriageway.
Gavin Ledwith

ReLoved's Natalie Frankland sorting through some clothes.

Charity issues urgent call for men's clothing

The Durham Miners’ Hall, also known as Redhills, the home of the Durham Miners Association, will host a listening event to hear experiences of the Battle of Orgreave. The confrontation between police and miners in 1984 was a major event during the miners' strike which started that year.

Miners urged to join Orgreave inquiry event at Redhills

Lee Bullivant (left) and ex RAF member Iain Henderson with the poppy wreath to the Unknown Warrior in St Pol France.

Town veteran's honour following footsteps of The Unknown Warrior

Ryanair passengers are being warned about a new airport rule coming into force on November 10.

Ryanair passengers warned as new airport rule starts tomorrow

An e-bike seized by police recently.

MP says: 'Think twice about buying your children electric bikes'

Primary school applications for new starters in September 2027 are open now.

Primary school applications now open

Mulgrave Road.

Six-bed HMO approved by council despite concerns

Utilita hub supervisor Kristine Gorman hands over the kit to a Hartlepool Ambulance Charity first responder Ged Parker.

Charity presented with life-saving kit

Since the launch of Childline in 1986, it has delivered more than six million counselling sessions to children in the UK.

Childline: Survey reveals 34% of teenagers concerned what future will bring

Hartlepool Remembrance Sunday service in Victory Square.

Hundreds attend Remembrance Sunday service

Chancellor John Healey poses for photographs as he leaves 11 Downing Street, London, before delivering his first Budget. PIC: Stefan Rousseau/Press Association

'Hartlepool's best days are ahead of us'
Labour is backing Hartlepool, backing working people and backing the businesses that keep our town moving.
Jonathan Brash

Plans for an eight-bedroom HMO in Elwick Road were rejected by councillors last month.

Borough-wide HMO controls move a step closer

Devastated volunteers of Fibro Conect-TS after July's burglary.

Man charged with seven burglaries across town

Lovehoney’s £119 couples advent calendar contains 24 grown-up surprises and comes with free standard delivery.

Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar has 24 surprises

Former Hartlepool yachstman and marina worker Mike Fellows is trying to save the Princess Royal from being scrapped.

Urgent appeal to save lifeboat from the scrapheap

This detached home in Hartlepool's Dalton Piercy is currently on the market for £425,000.

Detached Hartlepool home hits the market for £425,000

The cast of Cinderella outside Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre.

Win a family ticket to see Cinderella in panto

Padel at the Toolroom founder Ray Liddell.

Padel tennis venue proves a hit with players

Rose, Daisy, Onslow and Hyacinth were keeping up appearances in the feast's fancy dress parade.

A feast of memories from village fete in 1993

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash with members of East Durham Veterans Trust in the Hartlepool Valour support centre.

Veterans' support receives extra £500,000 boost

A man has been fined for illegally letting a dog off its lead at the rear of Hartlepool's Harrow Street.

Man fined hundreds after illegally letting dog off lead

Motorists could face delays over the coming weeks as vital maintenance works are carried out along Hartlepool’s A689 and the A19.

Drivers hit by lane closures in Hartlepool

Paul Cooper with a flag for his campaign It Stops Now.

Former police officer launches national suicide campaign

Gary Briggs has been jailed for tax offences.

Businessman's 'lavish' Las Vegas spending during £1.2m tax fraud

Pupils from Eskdale Academy and Jesmond Gardens Primary School with (left to right) Keeley Potter, EDF's Visitor Centre Co-ordinator; Cllr Jim Lindridge, and EDF HR Manager Duncan Bain.

Over 1,000 pupils learn crucial safety advice with long-running scheme

Tees Valley Combined Authority leader Ben Houchen.

Town centre regeneration body set to be scrapped

Andy Brown OBE is pictured with Ad Astra Academy Trust pupils.

School leader bows out after 50-year career

Alice House Hospice, in Wells Avenue.

Join hospice for festive shopping event

John Lewis Christmas advert 2026 - ‘Gran Cave’.

'An incredible experience' - local brass band on new John Lewis ad

Barber Joe Thackeray (left) and junior barber Lewis Bradley outside the new Head Quarters at Wynyard Park.

Growing retail park welcomes new barbers

A CGI of how the expanded Queens Meadow Business Park would look.

Steel firm opposes new housing bid next to town site

Hartlepool RNLI crew member Steve Dunnett pictured at sea.

Lifeboat crew member retires after more than 30 years of service

Some of your brilliant Halloween costumes.

Getting into spirit of Halloween with your fantastic spooky snaps

Hartlepool Police Station.

Appeal after firework put through letterbox

Jack Crannage was jailed at Teesside Crown Court.

Man jailed for nine years for rape of woman

Roker Street car park.

Free town centre parking set to return

The PM said he was proud to support this year's Journalism Matters campaign.

Andy Burnham hails vital role of local journalism in democracy

Jack winning the Rotax MAX Challenge Nordic championship which secured his place in the Grand Finals.

Champion driver Jack revved up for karting grand final

Hartlepool Remembrance Day service 2025.

Details of Remembrance Sunday services released

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