Youngsters

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

A sales advisor from the nearby David Wilson Homes Elwick Gardens development, gifts pupils with new school uniforms.

Primary school given free school uniforms

John Lewis has revealed the top 10 toys to buy this Christmas

John Lewis top 10 retro toys to make a comeback for Christmas 2023

Many parents are searching for ways to keep the kids entertained during the six-week holiday period - without having to break the bank

The top 10 tips for an affordable summer with the kids

Do you recognise anyone?

27 photos from the Mail’s Bonny Babies competition

Two children are in a life threatning condition after a knife attack in France

Two children in life-threatening condition after knife attack

Changing retorts at the London Gas Company’s works at Vauxhall in 1889. Picture for illustrative purposes by Rischgitz.

Research unearths children ‘worked to death’ in Industrial Revolution

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis

Prince George, Princess Charlotte & Prince Louis shine at coronation

Do you recognise anyone?

27 more Bonny Babies from the Hartlepool Mail Archives

Teens are more likely to listen to their parents than social media when it comes to big life decisions according to research. 26th April 2023.

75% of British teens say parents among most influential people

Some of the adorable contestants in the 2004 Bonny Babies competition.

50 more adorable Bonny Babies from the Hartlepool Mail archives in 2004

Do you recognise anyone you know?

49 photos of your little ones in our Bonny Babies competition

Do you recognise anyone?

Take a trip down memory lane with 29 MORE photos of Bonny Babies

These cuties were all photographed in 2004.

48 more adorable Bonny Babies from the Hartlepool Mail archives

Do you recognise any of these bonny babies?

49 Bonny Babies from the Hartlepool Mail archives

English Martyrs School pupils plant their sapling during the event at Summerhill Country Park. Picture by FRANK REID

Pupils plant shoots for Queen 'green' memorial
The shoots of what is set to be a lasting legacy to Queen Elizabeth II have been planted by school pupils from across the town.

Prince William shocked the teens during their school lunch break

Sixth formers stunned after random Facetime with Prince William

Holocaust Memorial Day will be held on January 27.

Youngsters organise Holocaust memorial event

Alton Towers (Getty Images)

Alton Towers unveils new ‘hair-raising’ ride opening this year

Aldi Prime hydration drink deal: Craze continues as supermarket stocks drink by YouTube stars KSI & Logan Paul

Craze for Prime hydration drink continues with Aldi Specialbuy deal

NORAD Tracks Santa: how to follow Santa’s journey this Christmas Eve

The youngsters all wrapped up and ready for the beach clean.

Youngsters beat the cold on environment mission

The 2011 Boxing Day dip at Seaton Carew.

Hartlepool Christmases past and how they've changed

Christmas party for children in Hartlepool, orgainsed by Hart of Our Club 1908 at the Suit Direct Stadium of Saturday.

Supporters group puts on a festive party

Freya Skye is representing the UK at Junior Eurovision song contest in Armenia this weekend

Junior Eurovision to take place this weekend - how to watch

Back row: Mark Hedges, Kris Manuel and Kristen Spitty from West End Prep. Front row: West End Prep students Fearne I'anson, Alexandra Perez, Lucas Melrose-Steel and Isabelle Barrett.

Meet the local child stars stepping into the spotlight in Les Misérables

Young people are determined to find a job they enjoy – as over a quarter believe...

Youngsters playing sport at Horny Park in Seaton Carew.

Sports club seeks members for new youth panel

The sessions have been taking place four times a week./Photo: Tori Treadaway

Youngsters celebrate Hartlepool in art exhibition

Hardwick Festival returns this weekend

Hardwick Festival returns this month - here's everything you need to know

RSPB Saltholme.

Hartlepool nature reserve plans a 'wild' summer during school holidays

Staff were able to raise over £2,000 with the charity hike.

Pupils learn and play outside after umbrellas donation - as staff also give back

Stories which made the Hartlepool headlines in 1995.

Life in 1995 - how Hartlepool looked 27 years ago

Hartlepool PCSO Julie Dobson with little Jack McCready as he dresses up during the community event at Summerhill. Picture by FRANK REID

Families flock to Summerhill for holiday fun

Children ready for an Easter egg hunt (photo: adobe)

9 ways how to outfox children With an Easter egg hunt!

The great outdoors presents almost endless possibilities to hide Easter eggs from children this season

Top 10 hiding places for you children's Easter egg hunt

Alice House Hospice mascot Alice Mouse with pupil Ajay Lawson.

School sells almost 100 teddy bears in two days in aid of town hospice

Harris Beattie and Bruno Serraclara in Northern Ballet's Pinnochio

Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre ready to reopen after two-year gap

St Helen's Primary School pupils enjoying their books./Photo: Frank Reid

Hartlepool pupils don costumes and pyjamas as World Book Day event returns

Today only - children can video call Santa with their Christmas wishes

Meet Clavering's champion Multiplication Masters.

Meet Hartlepool's champion Multiplication Masters

St Joseph's pupils present the collection to a representative of Hartlepool Foodbank.

Caring pupils swell food bank's stocks

Parents of children aged 12 to 15 will be asked to give their consent if the jabs are approved for this age group (Photo: Getty Images)

Children aged 12 to 15 will need parental consent to get Covid jab

Wellfield School pupils celebrated their GCSE results at prom night./Photo: Alan Hewson Photography

Students celebrate GCSE success at school prom night

Students at Wellfield School in Wingate celebrate their GCSE results on Thursday, August 12.

Pride as school’s GCSE results success continues for another year

The Rule of Six will be reintroduced in March, but children under five won't count towards the limit (Photo: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

The rule of six is coming back in March - but does it include children?

Tesco and McDonald’s are giving away free carrots for Rudolph - here’s how to ge...

The socially distanced Santa Run by Joel D Kerr Funeral Services was a big hit with families in Hartlepool.

Santa delivers early Christmas presents to over 150 children

Children who qualify for free school meals will receive a £30 voucher from Hartlepool Borough Council. Chris Radburn/PA Wire

Christmas holiday food vouchers on way to Hartlepool families

How children can get a free letter from Santa this Christmas - and they are guar...

Youngsters invited to share their talents and win prizes

A generic PA picture as schools around the country cope with pupils returning in the 'new normal' coronavirus world.

How County Durham schools prepared for return

Were you pictured at the Eldon Academy Strawberry fun day?

Fun in the sun - and strawberries too!

Two Catcote Academy students with some of the VE Day decorations.

Catcote students deliver for VE Day fun

Martin Braithwaite left Middlesbrough to join Spanish side Leganes last summer.

Former forward edges closer to shock move