Children continue to receive ‘outstanding’ support in North Tyneside
Hard-hitting play about the forgotten local heroes of the Afghanistan war
Although a fictional drama, Dragon by Whitley Bay playwright Bob Jeffrey, is based on the incredible experiences of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in the infamous battle at Now Zad in Afghanistan against the Taliban in 2006
Don't get reeled in - warning over rogue fish sellers
A fresh alert has been issued to North Tyneside residents about the risks of buying from door-to...
Action over residents' pothole concerns
More than 700 potholes have been repaired in North Tyneside as part of a rapid response to road problems caused by the winter weather.
Foster Care Fortnight in North Tyneside
North Tyneside Council is showing its support for an annual campaign set up to raise the profile...
Stubbing out illegal tobacco
A pair of specially-trained pooches sniffed out illegal tobacco in two North Tyneside shops....
Visitors invited back to see Spanish City progress
Groups of residents who have been on a tour of the Spanish City while it undergoes restoration...
Building excitement ahead of Spanish City reopening
Creative students at John Spence Community High School are recreating the famous Spanish City...
North Tyneside local election results 2018
Voters in North Tyneside have elected local councillors for 20 wards in the borough.
A...
Call for community health champions
People who could help their family, friends, colleagues or wider community lead a healthier...
Launch of Universal Credit in North Tyneside
North Tyneside will see the introduction of Full Service Universal Credit (UC) for working age...
Hundreds of opportunities on offer at jobs fair
Hundreds of opportunities will be on offer for jobseekers as one of the region’s biggest jobs...
'Murder she wrote' in North Tyneside
Join a group of award-winning, nationally-acclaimed writers as they host a special event at a...
Planning Committee approves St Mary's Lighthouse revamp
Revised plans to refurbish St Mary’s Lighthouse and visitor centre in Whitley Bay have been...
Taking steps towards better health
North Tyneside Council’s Health Walk programme is going from strength to strength, with a new...
Lapel badge for veterans
North Tyneside War Veterans are being invited to apply for a special lapel badge to mark Armed...
Adoptive parents sought in North Tyneside
North Tyneside Council is urgently looking for adoptive parents to provide forever homes for...
Fishing communities reminded to net some funding
Fishing communities in North Tyneside are being reminded that funding is still available for a...
Teenage pregnancy rates at an all-time low
North Tyneside’s teenage pregnancy rates are the lowest in the region for the third year running, according to the latest figures.
School pupils are beating the drum for recycling
School pupils are hoping to drum up support for recycling in North Tyneside.
Children...
Thousands take part in Easter weekend run
More than 2,000 people took part in one of the country’s most scenic races today (April 1).
Make sure you're registered to vote in time for the local elections
On Thursday 3 May residents in North Tyneside will go to the polls to have their say on who represents them at a local level.
Great attraction set to reopen
A newly-extended skate park will open in North Shields with a special event next month – and daredevils are being encouraged to come and try it out.
North Tyneside is just the business!
The number of businesses in North Tyneside has grown by 30 per cent over the last five years,...
Elected Mayor launches ambitious plans for North Tyneside
Norma Redfearn CBE, Elected Mayor of North Tyneside has launched an ambitious three-year plan to make North Tyneside an even greater place to live, work and visit by 2021.
Murton Gap infrastructure funding bid reaches final stage
A bid for government cash to support the delivery of 3,000 new homes at Murton Gap has reached...
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