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Education secretary Bridget Phillipson has announced £4,500 bonus payment for qualified early years teachers in Hartlepool.

How qualified nursery teachers can earn a £4,500 bonus

The hugely popular York City loanee admits his future is "up in the air" after scoring a brace in Tuesday night's remarkable 4-3 win over promotion hopefuls Southend United. Picture by Frank Reid.

Sinclair admits future 'up in the air' after Southend brace

Charlie Caton returns to the starting XI in one of two changes for Hartlepool United's trip to promotion-chasing Boreham Wood. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools make two changes for trip to promotion-chasing Boreham Wood

Hunter hailed his side's "resilience" after Pools secured successive goalless draws over the Easter weekend in the wake of their 7-0 mauling against Wealdstone last Tuesday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hunter hails HUFC's 'resilience', 'grit' and 'fight' following Easter weekend

Can you spot yourself or anyone you know in our gallery of fan photos as Pools dented Rochdale's National League title hopes over the Easter weekend?

Brilliant photos of Pools fans from Easter Monday Rochdale clash

Nicky Featherstone revealed he was "really proud" of his side after Pools battled to a goalless draw against title-chasing Rochdale on Easter Monday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Featherstone 'really proud' of Pools following Dale stalemate

Here's what our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling made of the Pools players after they battled to a second successive goalless draw over the Easter weekend.

Player ratings as Pools dent Dale's title hopes but fail to score for third time

Having conceded seven goals at Wealdstone last week, Pools kept back-to-back clean sheets over the Easter weekend, battling to goalless draws with promotion-contenders Scunthorpe and title-chasing Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools damage Dale's title hopes but fail to score for third game in succession

Former Rochdale winger Sinclair has been restored to Nicky Featherstone's starting XI having been a surprise omission for Good Friday's goalless draw with Scunthorpe. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools make two changes for Easter Monday clash with title-chasing Rochdale

Richard Pelham.

Pools play-off hopes hit as Southend and Scunthorpe land narrow wins

The condition of the pitch at Victoria Park has become a particular source of contention ever since Pools were relegated back to the National League in 2023, with several opposition managers criticising the state of the playing surface in recent years. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools manager admits Victoria Park pitch impacting preparations

The deteriorating condition of the pitch at Victoria Park has come under increasing scrutiny ever since Pools were relegated back to the National League in 2023. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United manager reflects on condition of pitch at Victoria Park

Nicky Featherstone.

Pools up for the challenge ahead of York City test - Featherstone

Our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling has had his say ahead of this evening's three midweek National League fixtures.

Robbie Stelling's National League predictions

The popular Pools attacker has been named in The Non-League Paper's team of the week following his man-of-the-match performance in Saturday's win over Altrincham, the first home game since American businessman and investor Landon Smith completed his takeover of the club. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United attacker named in The Non-League Paper's team of the week

More than 793 ,000 fans have watched National League games this season at an average crowd of 2,763 a game.

How the crowds down at Pools compare to the rest of the league
Pools are fighting hard to push their way into the play-offs right now.
Stephen Thirkill

BURTON-UPON-TRENT, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Balls are seen during the pre match warm up prior to the Sky Bet League One match between Burton Albion and Northampton Town at Pirelli Stadium on December 26, 2025 in Burton-upon-Trent, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images) : Football fans have been having theri say on their matchday experiences at grounds around the National League

Is this the worst National League ground Pools fans will visit this season?

Nicky Featherstone's side are set to travel to Woking this Saturday, December 10, after last weekend's scheduled fixtured was called off due to a frozen pitch. Picture by Frank Reid.

New date for Hartlepool United's trip to Woking confirmed

Hartlepool United have confirmed that a takeover of the club has been completed.

American investor Landon Smith completes takeover of Hartlepool United

Here's what our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling made of the Pools players following Tuesday's statement win over National League leaders Rochdale. What do you make of his marks?

Hartlepool United player ratings from shock Rochdale win

Charman scored an emotional winning goal as Pools beat National League leaders Rochdale on the one-year anniversary of the tragic death of his best friend and fellow footballer Michael Newberry. Picture by Adam Cook/The Corner Photography.

Luke Charman 'over the moon' after bagging emotional Rochdale winner

Nicky Featherstone was full of praise for his side after Pools ended a run of four matches without a win by beating National League leaders Rochdale on Tuesday evening. Picture by Frank Reid.

Nicky Featherstone - Rochdale win 'as good as you're going to get'

Attacker Luke Charman, who starts his first game since late October, is one of two changes for Pools. Picture by Adam Cook/The Corner Photography.

Hartlepool United make two changes to take on National League leaders

Here's how our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling expects Pools to line up against National League leaders Rochdale on Tuesday evening. What do you make of his team?

How Hartlepool United could line up at National League leaders Rochdale

Hartlepool United's trip to National League leaders Rochdale on December 30 is set to be played at Accrington Stanley's Wham Stadium while Dale complete work on their home pitch at Spotland. Picture by Gareth Copley/Getty Images.

Why Hartlepool United's trip to Rochdale will be played at Accrington Stanley

The frontman was an immensely popular figure at Victoria Park, scoring 43 goals in 89 games before completing a summer move to Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Why former Hartlepool United talisman could be set to miss Pools reunion

The embattled Pools boss has called for a response from his side ahead of Tuesday night's difficult trip to National League leaders Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Nicky Featherstone calls for a response ahead of trip to National League leaders
Hartlepool United manager Nicky Featherstone has called for a response as Pools prepare to travel to National League leaders Rochdale on Tuesday evening.
Robbie Stelling

The former Pools forward, who made almost 150 appearances at Victoria Park across two separate spells, has backed Nicky Featherstone's side to have a successful festive period despite a challenging run of fixtures. Picture by Frank Reid.

Former Hartlepool United attacker has his say on challenging festive fixtures

The highly-rated midfielder, who made 52 appearances for the Iron, has left Braintree to sign for National League promotion-chasers Boreham Wood ahead of Sunday's visit of Pools. Picture by Braintree Town.

Braintree Town midfielder signs for NL rivals ahead of Hartlepool United clash

The midfielder reflected on "an opportunity wasted" after Pools missed out on the chance to climb into the National League play-off places following defeat by Yeovil on Saturday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Sheron - Yeovil defeat "an opportunity wasted"

Nicky Featherstone.

Rochdale announce venue for Hartlepool United clash in December

Hartlepool United fans during the defeat at Chesterfield on 28th August 2023.

Are you in these snaps of the brilliant fans who backed Pools back in 2023?

Hartelpool United are five points off the play-off places and looking to rack up some wins to get break into the top seven.

Where will Pools finish this season? - A supercomputer has given this verdict

Hartlepool United are five points off the play-off places but have paid the price for too many draws.

How likely is it that Pools will play in the EFL next season?

Hartlepool United's trip to Braintree Town has been rescheduled to Sunday, December 21st as part of DAZN's '12 Games of Christmas' initiative, with the match set to kick-off at 2pm. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United's trip to Braintree rescheduled

The former Pools frontman became just the second person ever to win back-to-back National League player of the month awards after picking up the prize for September. Picture by Frank Reid.

Former Pools frontman wins second successive NL player of the month award

Our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling has made his National League predictions ahead of another midweek round of fixtures, with Pools set to travel to rivals Carlisle on Wednesday.

Robbie Stelling's National League predictions including Pools, York and Rochdale

Jonathan Hogg is one of many experienced EFL players looking for a new club after being released by Huddersfield Town n the summer.

27 free agents which could fit the bill for Pools

Former Pools frontman Mani Dieseruvwe has been crowned the National League's player of the month for August after a prolific start to life at Rochdale. Picture by Frank Reid.

Former Pools striker crowned National League player of the month

There have been 19 red cards dished out around the National League so far this season.

The dirtiest' team in League One has been revealed - here's where Pools rank

Robbie Savage.

Forest Green's Robbie Savage on Hartlepool boss Simon Grayson

Steven Fletcher is still looking for a new club following his release from Wrexham.

These players are still looking for a club and could do a job for Pools

Devante Rodney, who has been rewarded for a prolific season with a contract extension at Rochdale, fired himself into Hartlepool United folklore when his brace helped Pools beat Doncaster Rovers 2-1 on the final day of the 2016/17 season and almost saw them pull of an unlikely escape from relegation. Picture by National World.

Ex-Pools frontman signs new contract at National League rivals

The hugely popular frontman penned a heartfelt message to Pools fans after signing for National League rivals Rochdale last week. Picture by Frank Reid.

Dieseruvwe sends heartfelt message to Pools fans after signing for NL rivals

Mancini, who was a popular figure at Victoria Park despite struggling with a number of serious injuries, sealed a move to fellow National League side Rochdale earlier in the week. Picture by Frank Reid.

Mancini reflects on time at Pools after sealing Dale switch

The hugely popular frontman leaves Pools after a prolific two years at Victoria Park, scoring 43 goals in 89 games. Picture by Frank Reid.

Dieseruvwe leaves Pools and signs for National League rivals

The prolific frontman has been linked with a move to National League rivals Rochdale after Anthony Mancini swapped the North East for Greater Manchester earlier in the week. Picture by Frank Reid.

Popular Pools frontman linked with move to rival National League side

Hartlepool United will get the National League season underway on August 9.

How likely are Pools to finish inside the top seven?

The versatile midfielder, who was among his side's outstanding performers last season, has signed a new two-year contract with Pools. Picture by Frank Reid.

Popular Pools midfielder signs new contract after impressive debut campaign

The hugely popular frontman, who scored 18 goals in 48 games last season, is believed to be a "top priority" for National League rivals Rochdale this summer. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools striker believed to be a "top priority" for National League rivals

Five National League stadiums will have a capacity of 10,000 or more next season.

Where are the biggest stadiums in this season's National League?

Fans have been having their say on the best and worst match experiences in the National League.

This is how National League fans rate their trip to Pools

HUFC writer Robbie Stelling on how National League is shaping up

Jack Hunter replaces Luke Charman in the only change for the final day visit of Forest Green Rovers. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools make one change for final day visit of Forest Green

Pools will be hoping to put last weekend's humiliating 5-1 defeat against Rochdale behind them when they host promotion contenders Forest Green Rovers on Monday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick hoping to galvanize Pools as they look to put Dale drubbing behind them

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