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Former Prison Officer inspired to become a Social Worker

Kate is sharing her story on North Tyneside's Care Academy to inspire more people to consider a career in adult social care. 

Heritage Open Days return to North Tyneside

Residents and visitors are invited to explore the hidden treasures of North Tyneside as Heritage...

Restaurant Week set to launch in North Tyneside

Food-lovers are invited to partake of some great food and special offers during North Tyneside’s...

New transport hub and town square to open in North Shields

North Tyneside Council will be celebrating the opening of a new Transport Hub and Town Square in North Shields, this Saturday 2nd September at 1100, with live music and outdoor arts performances.

North Tyneside Council unveils Neat Streets: a new £1.5m strategy for cleaner, greener, safer neighbourhoods

North Tyneside Council is investing £1.5 million over the next two years, to make neighbourhoods...

North Sea Weekender returns to make a splash at Whitley Bay

North Sea Weekender returns to Whitley Bay this weekend with a paddle board event kicking off a...

Free multicultural festival is bringing North Tyneside together again

A free family festival with live music, entertainment, stalls and children’s activities is...

Adopt North East has a new home

Adopt North East has moved into modern new accommodation on the Cobalt Business Park in North Tyneside.

Outdoor movie magic returns: enjoy summer screenings at Richardson Dees Park

A free week-long family film festival will be taking place in North Tyneside later this month....

Annual Tenants' Event

Our Annual Tenants’ Event was held on Friday 16 June 2023 at the Wallsend Memorial Hall in...

Help us to name North Shields' new town square

North Tyneside Council is calling on residents to be part of history by helping to name a vibrant new public square in North Shields. 

Whitley Bay Sandcastle Competition: A bucketful of fun on the beach

Hundreds of people are getting ready to show off their creativity and building skills at this year’s Whitley Bay Sandcastle Competition. 
 

New funding approved to support local businesses and entrepreneurs

North Tyneside Council is set to offer a new suite of support to local businesses through a refreshed Business Factory service following Cabinet approval to accept grant funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). 

Wallsend set to welcome pioneering employment hub

Wallsend Customer First Centre will become home to the second Working Well hub in North Tyneside. 

Anti-social behaviour at North Tyneside’s Metro stations almost halved as a result of partnership working

Anti-social behaviour at North Tyneside’s Metro stations has almost halved as a result of dedicated partnership working

North Tyneside Council launches a blitz on gum-stained streets

Council staff armed with special equipment are on a mission to clean up the pavements of North Tyneside - one gum stain at a time.

Ofsted praises North Tynesides Adult Learning Service

North Tyneside Council's adult learning service has maintained it's 'good' provider status from Ofsted. 

Working Roots training scheme celebrates 10 years of success

An award-winning community project that gives young people the skills to better their life chances is celebrating 10 years of helping residents to achieve their potential.

"It's been life changing": Council's social work apprentices celebrate their graduation

Adam Schofield and Leona Alexander are embarking on the next stage of their career with us after officially receiving their social work degrees

Final chance to have your say on a new political map for North Tyneside Council

The Local Government Boundary Commission is undertaking further consultation on new boundaries for six council wards in the Northwest of the borough.

Famous Wooden Dolly finds a new home in North Shields

A famous wooden statue and maritime symbol of North Shields has found a new home.

Free bus and Metro travel for care leavers in North Tyneside

A scheme which offers free bus and Metro travel to young people who have recently left local authority care has been rolled out in North Tyneside.

Youngsters pave the way for safeguarding with film debut

Safeguarding has hit the big screen in North Tyneside as young people and North Tyneside Safeguarding Children Partnership (NTSCP) proudly premiered a new, short film.

North Tyneside parks awarded eight Green Flags

North Tyneside’s award-winning parks and green spaces have once again been recognised among the...

Love Parks Week events in North Tyneside

Love Parks Week is an annual campaign which celebrates parks, green spaces, and the dedicated...

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