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Uber has received permission to move into Hartlepool.

Cab giant Uber wins permission to move into Hartlepool

A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued by the Met Office as Storm Darragh sweeps across the region.

Hartlepool set for a weekend battering from Storm Darragh

Uber is aiming to move into Hartlepool.

Uber bids to move into Hartlepool

The road is due to be created north of Elwick village off the A19 at Hartlepool.

Compulsory purchase action set for new Elwick link road

The A19 has reopened following a "multi-vehicle" collision near Sheraton on Thursday morning.

A19 reopens following 'multi-vehicle' accident

The junction at York Road and Raby Road is back open. Picture by FRANK REID

Roads reopen around Odeon as demolition almost complete

Elizabeth Way shopping parade. Picture by FRANK REID

Mixed views over shopping parade crossing

A demolition machine inside what is left of the former Odeon. Picture by FRANK REID

More than half of Odeon demolished after fire

The Odeon as it looked on Friday, October 18, during a pause in the demolition.

Odeon demolition 'progressing well' says council

Emergency services arrived at the scene of a one-vehicle crash on the A689 heading out of Hartlepool on Wednesday, October 9, shortly before lunchtime.

Man taken to hospital following crash on Hartlepool’s A689

Hartlepool is experiencing heavy rain today (October 9).

Hartlepool hit with heavy rain and flooding

Emergency services were called to a car “well alight” on the A179 heading out of town on Monday, September 30, shortly before 11.30am.

Car bursts into flames on A179 in Hartlepool

Rail travellers look at an electronic information board displaying train time information outside Euston Station in London. Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images

Train stations hit by ‘cyber security incident’ - list

This brave walker is fighting against a driving wind on the Headland promenade.

13 photos of people braving the rain

Wolviston residents hand over their petition to Stockton Borough Council.

Residents submit petition calling for speed restrictions

Emergency services attended the scene of a two-vehicle crash on the morning of Friday, September 20, on the A689 in Greatham, Hartlepool.

Motorists face delays following crash on A689 leading into Hartlepool

Emergency services are still at the scene of a crash that saw part of the A689 closed.

Madeleine Raine

Residents of Hartlepool are being warned to be on their guard against a scam text message relating to the payment of an outstanding parking Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).

Warning issues over scam text message

A Grand Central train passing underneath the new footbridge at Hartlepool Railway Station. T

Plans unveiled for new and greener trains with more seats

The newly resurfaced Catcote Road looking in the direction of Elwick Road. Picture by FRANK REID

Catcote Road reopens after lengthy roadworks

The exit of the University Hospital of Hartlepool will become the entrance for all patients and visitors from Monday, September 7, 2024.

Hospital vehicle entry and exit changes coming

The speed limit on the A19 Tees flyover is now 50mph.

Speed limit reduced on Tees flyover

Motorists are warned to expect traffic delays on the weekend of August 17 and 18 as "abnormal loads" are transported between Able Seaton Port and Huntsman Drive.

Drive warned of 'abnormal loads' on main road

For many this bank holiday the platforms at Leeds Train Station mark the last port of call before heading to Bramham Park for Leeds Festival 2024.

Watch a step-by-step guide to help you find Leeds Festival shuttle bus

Northern rail services between Middlesbrough, Darlington and Newcastle call at Hartlepool train station.

Convicted rail passengers in line for refunds

Motorists are warned to expect traffic delays on Friday afternoon as an "abnormal load" is transported along Tees Road to Able Seaton Port.

Motorists warned to expect 'abnormal load' delays

The speed limit through the village has been reduced from 50mph to 40mph. Picture: Hartlepool Borough Council.

Village 40mph limit comes into effect

A689 at Greatham Village. Picture by FRANK REID

Two taken to hospital after A689 collision

Two people have been taken to hospital after a road traffic collision on the outskirts of Hartlepool.

Mark Payne

Gas works on York Road, in Hartlepool, are due to start on Monday, July 29, between the junctions of Park Road and Victoria Road and will last for approximately eight weeks.

Two major town roads affected by works

Passengers waiting to board a Northern service on the completed Platform 3 at Hartlepool station after an absence of more than 30 years.

Passenger boost after new platform opens

At least four vehicles were involved in a collision on the A19 northbound on Tuesday, July 9.

Four vehicles in collision on A19

Newport Bridge will be closed for nearly two months from July 8.

Commuter warning as major bridge closes for nearly two months

The Newport Bridge, connecting Stockton and Middlesbrough, is popular with Hartlepool motorists. Picture by FRANK REID.

Driver warning as major bridge is to close for nearly two months

Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen at the wheel of a bus. Photo via Tees Valley Combined Authority.

Mayor announces £1 bus fares for young passengers

A Grand Central train at Hartlepool station.

Train operator one of worst for cancellations in study

Resident Alan Reed took this photos of parking problems in the Jesmond Road and Jesmond Gardens area of Hartlepool.

Fear over 'dangerous' parking near sports ground

Work will take place on the A19 southbound at Sheraton overnight from Tuesday, April 2.

A19 resurfacing works set to start

Blackpool Pleasure Beach in the evening.

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A total of 38 highway improvement schemes are due to be carried out by Hartlepool Borough Council in 2024-25.

Dozens of roads approved for £1.5m maintenance programme

Emergency services attended the scene of a crash on March 6, 2024, at the junction between Hart Lane and Jesmond Road. One woman was taken to the University Hospital of North Tees for treatment.

Woman taken to hospital following crash

Lane and road closures are affecting one part of the town as Northern Gas Networks carry out essential gas maintenance in March to replace ageing metal pipes.

Lane and road closures begin around busy roundabout

Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen unveiling the Tees Trams project at Middlesbrough Railway Station.

£20m town centre trams plan wins backing

Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen in front of a proposed new rail map including a direct link between Hartlepool and Darlington.

£40m plan for direct Hartlepool rail link to Darlington

Robert Herring died following a collision on the A689 on the edge of Hartlepool.

Tribute to 'loving father', 38, who died in collision

The Hartlepool case will be dealt with at Teesside Crown Court.

Driver charged over three-vehicle collision injuries

The scene of a crash at the junction of Catcote Road and Marlowe Road in Hartlepool.

Casualty taken to hospital following crash

The new link road would relieve traffic going through Elwick Village. Picture by FRANK REID

Elwick bypass road project to be decided

Looking towards North Gare on the River Tees near Hartlepool from South Gare.

Possible Tees Tunnel to be explored

The junction of Heathfield Drive and Oxford Road.

Motorbike rider suffers broken leg in collision

A Stagecoach North East bus in Hartlepool.

Youths issued with anti social behaviour forms over bus attacks

The lane closure in Greatham on the road to the A689 westbound.

Unsafe wall shuts part of village road

The first loaded train setting off from STRABAG in Hartlepool.

First Hartlepool-made HS2 tunnel parts roll out of town

Grand Central says punctuality will improve when Hartlepool station's second platform opens in 2024.

Grand Central says punctuality to improve in 2024

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

Speed camera warning signs at Newton Bewley, on the A689, near Hartlepool.

Cleveland speeding fines total revealed

Motorists using the southbound A19 between Murton and Easington are warned to expect delays and diversions for around a month.

Motorists warned to face new A19 delays and diversions

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