Visitor economy businesses urged to have their say on pressing workforce skills challenges
As the North East gears up to achieve ambitious plans to double the size of the visitor economy...

So-lar, so good for residents
Residents across North Tyneside are reaping the benefits of a programme to install solar panels...
Successful working well hub opens its doors in Wallsend
The doors to Working Well North Tyneside’s latest hub in Wallsend were officially opened this week.

A new political map for North Tyneside Council
North Tyneside is set to have new boundaries for its council wards.

North East councils to take next step towards historic devolution deal
Plans to form a new mayoral combined authority to unlock huge new investment and powers for the...

North Shields black rights activist Charles Minto honoured with blue plaque
Civil rights campaigner Charles Udor Minto MBE has been honoured with a blue plaque and an...
UK Shared prosperity fund: Three grant schemes announced in North Tyneside
North Tyneside Council has secured £1.5 million of funding that organisations in the North West of the Borough can bid for.

North Tyneside’s Food Fix Scheme receives national recognition
A pilot scheme aimed at slashing food waste in North Tyneside has gained national recognition....

Doorstep trader warning for North Tyneside residents
North Tyneside Council is advising residents to be on their guard against rogue traders calling...

Businesses invited to trade at Wallsend Christmas market
Businesses in Wallsend are being invited to take part in a free Christmas market.
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We looked at each other straight away and knew we had to adopt them
This National Adoption Week, Adopt North East is celebrating five years of finding loving forever homes for children in the North East.

Remembering Councillor Linda Arkley, OBE
The Borough of North Tyneside is paying tribute to former Elected Mayor and current councillor, Linda Arkley, OBE, who passed away on the afternoon of Friday 13 October 2023.
Gardeners of the future claim top award
Blooming marvellous pupils from Collingwood Primary School in North Shields are celebrating achieving an eco-school’s green flag award and receiving Department for Education (DfE) recognition.
Celebrating community contributions in North Tyneside
Nominations are now open for residents, businesses and community groups in North Tyneside to put...

More green awards for North Tyneside Council
North Tyneside Council has won another two national awards for its efforts to become more carbon...
Council retains top accreditation for domestic abuse support
We've been praised for its response to domestic abuse as it retains its top accreditation from the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA).
Campaign to Rescue Cullercoats’ Landmark Watch House
A community effort is raising funds to repair and restore the historic landmark Watch House at...

Patrols go platinum
The platinum anniversary of school crossing patrols is being celebrated in North Tyneside.
Playground glamping for North Shields school
Young learners at Riverside Primary School in North Shields are exploring the outdoors in their recently transformed outdoor area.

£105,000 in grant support available to help tackle cost of living
Voluntary and Community Sector organisations in North Tyneside are invited to apply for grant funding to support residents this winter

Temporary speed limit on A1058 Coast Road
Motorists are advised that a temporary 50mph speed limit is being introduced on the 70mph...

Sniffer dogs help to uncover huge stash of dodgy tobacco in North Tyneside
A specialist dog team has helped to sniff out more than 30,000 illegal cigarettes as part of a...

Working in contact centres has given me the confidence and skills to progress in my dream job
North Tyneside’s contact centre workforce is shining a spotlight on their rewarding and flexible careers.
North Tyneside Trading Standards issues Halloween safety warning
North Tyneside Council is urging residents to stay safe this Halloween and avoid being tricked...
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