Stockton-on-Tees news

• 31-year-old arrested over Grangetown fire murder probe released without charge

  30-08-2026 15:57 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  A 23-year-old man continues to be questioned after the deaths of Valentina Foster, 7, and her aunt Natalie McDonald, 34, following a fire
  
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• 'Stay there or we'll kill you': 'Sex worker' and thugs barge into 'kind' man's home in robbery ordeal

  31-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Leoni Prince, 39, did not step in to help the victim as he was attacked - she was searching his home for things to steal
  
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• Security measures planned at vandalism-hit council-owned stable block

  31-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  The stable block at Kirkleatham is grade II* listed and has been used by the council during festivals, events and community activities
  
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• Number of wheelchair-accessible taxis in Middlesbrough plummets from 150 to 30 hackney carriages

  31-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  The 80% drop was revealed in meetings of Middlesbrough Council's licensing committee, with a manager speaking of a 'significant reduction' and decline
  
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• New North Yorkshire Greggs store opens doors to customers - and creates 16 jobs

  31-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  The branch - one of 100 being opened this year - has created 16 jobs
  
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• Middlesbrough Council could spend £1m on refurbishing 15-year-old Teesside Crematorium equipment

  31-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Council officers have suggested refurbishing and upgrading the cremator plant to keep it going for another decade
  
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• Three more people arrested after assault at one Hartlepool home and missiles pelted at another

  30-08-2026 23:12 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  A total of five people have now been arrested and bailed pending further enquiries
  
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• Two sons of Cleveland police officer killed in A66 crash lead Manchester United out as mascots

  30-08-2026 19:52 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  PC Matthew Blades has been described by the club as a "proud Red" and a "devoted family man"
  
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• Man in critical condition after being shot in abdomen in alleged attempted murder

  30-08-2026 17:54 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  A police investigation has been launched after a man was shot in Gainford, County Durham last night
  
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• Signature Espresso Martini clinches coveted award for Teesside cocktail makers

  30-08-2026 16:45 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Judges said there was 'much to admire' about Middlesbrough's Prohibition Cocktails' tipple
  
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• Thornaby warehouse worker who racially abused and robbed cabbie says he 'hasn't drunk since'

  30-08-2026 15:25 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Graham Love said he 'can't remember' what he did in the taxi last year
  
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• Six assisted living homes plan under consideration by Stockton Council

  30-08-2026 15:08 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  The proposal for Darlington Back Lane, Stockton has been described as a modest contribution to meeting a 'substantial and evidenced shortfall'
  
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• Cleveland Police officers' fundraiser so close to £1.2m target - as one donor gives £5k

  30-08-2026 13:41 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Cleveland Police Federation set up the fundraiser for PC Tom Clough and PC Matthew Blades who died in line of duty
  
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• Cleveland Police officers' fundraiser so close to £1.2m target as 42,000 people donate

  30-08-2026 13:41 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Cleveland Police Federation set up the fundraiser for PC Tom Clough and PC Matthew Blades who died in line of duty
  
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• Emotional scenes as Boro fans and players unite in tribute to fallen officers PCs Blades and Clough

  30-08-2026 13:06 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Middlesbrough FC fans and players applauded the Cleveland Police officers before the 12.30pm home game against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday
  
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• Thunderstorm warning for Teesside with up to 40mm of rain over several hours

  30-08-2026 10:40 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms for Middlesbrough, Stockton, Redcar and Cleveland, Hartlepool and Darlington
  
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• Tributes to 'beloved' husband, 43, and ex-teacher among those paid in Gazette death notices

  30-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
  
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• Three 'lifeline' minibuses belonging to Middlesbrough special school smashed up by vandals

  30-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Vehicles are 'essential' for the care of the children at Priory Woods School and Arts College
  
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• 'Mind-blowing' and 'unapologetically ambitious' Middlesbrough vision: What and when

  30-08-2026 01:01 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Middlesbrough Council's 'investment prospectus' lays out 15 projects, with timescales for key actions ranging from late this year to summer 2028
  
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• Chaos at Toby Carvery car park as man tasered and two child neglect arrests made

  29-08-2026 18:32 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  A man was tasered in the car park of a Toby Carvery restaurant in Chadderton, Oldham, on Friday evening after becoming aggressive towards officers, with a man and a woman arrested on suspicion of child neglect and remaining in police custody
  
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• Behind scenes of 'lifeline' scheme helping Middlesbrough youngsters thrive in school holidays

  29-08-2026 17:05 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Thousands of children take part each year in the HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme
  
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• 'Peaceful protest' at Hartlepool home erupts into 'criminality' as man assaulted and arrest made

  29-08-2026 17:00 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  In another incident, a property with children inside was pelted with rocks and bricks, after a group of people had gathered outside
  
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• Two men arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary at Hartlepool property

  29-08-2026 15:23 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Officers concerned other people might have been targeted as well
  
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• Middlesbrough-born TV presenter addresses recent police incidents stating 'real issues run deeper'

  29-08-2026 15:16 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Telly star Steph McGovern has issued a heartfelt statement on social media addressing the challenges facing her hometown
  
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• 'Can't be left to rot': Councillors call for change after deaths in South Bank and Grangetown

  29-08-2026 14:11 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Council leader Alec Brown called the virtual meeting following recent fatal incidents that are being probed by police
  
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• 'Can't be left to rot': Councillors briefed after deaths in South Bank and Grangetown

  29-08-2026 14:11 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Council leader Alec Brown called the virtual meeting following recent fatal incidents that are being probed by police
  
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• Popular Marton boozer reopens following six-figure makeover

  29-08-2026 14:04 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  'The Rudds Arms is back and better than ever' says manager Rob Watson
  
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• Bridget Phillipson MP says Cleveland Police doing 'tremendous job' after fatal A66 crash

  29-08-2026 13:40 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Bridget Phillipson, MP for Houghton and Sunderland South and Minister for Women and Equalities, appeared on BBC Radio 4's Today programme to discuss government support for Cleveland Police following the fatal A66 crash in Middlesbrough
  
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• 'One man's dream': 'Spectacular' verdict on new petting farm venture that started with 'crazy idea'

  29-08-2026 13:30 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Gripps Farm in Brotton, which also contains a café, deli and shop, opened earlier this month after a two year transformation
  
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• Teen rival gang members' 'fall out' reportedly sparked chain of events leading to fatal A66 crash

  29-08-2026 12:03 via gazettelive.co.uk
  
  Cole Worthy is thought to have set off on a revenge mission to track down a Volvo XC60, believing a gang rival was involved in an attack on his dad's home
  
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