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The new bin line-up
Environment and climate change

calendar_today11/03/2024

Changes to bin collections confirmed as Council approves budget

Middlesbrough will introduce fortnightly bin collections and an annual charge for garden waste.

The guttering had not even been cleared
Crime and safety

calendar_today15/03/2024

Rogue builder behind bars after overcharging by £10k for shoddy work

A rogue builder is behind bars after targeting an elderly customer with shoddy and overpriced work.

Chris Enderwick delivering a previous Bring it on Boro session at Enderwick’s kickboxing gym in Middlesbrough
Children and young people

calendar_today15/03/2024

Bring it on Boro returns with exciting school holidays activities

A range of exciting activities are on offer as part of a successful scheme to keep kids active during the school holidays.

The Cenotaph in Middlesbrough
Latest news

calendar_today14/03/2024

Free support course launched for armed forces veterans

A free support course for armed forces veterans is launched in Middlesbrough later this month.

House of Fraser
Development and regeneration

calendar_today13/03/2024

House of Fraser and Zetland Car Park to be sold

Middlesbrough’s House of Fraser building will soon have a new owner after the Council’s Executive approved its sale.

I'm registered to vote
Council and democracy

calendar_today13/03/2024

Are you ready to vote ahead of elections this May?

Residents have just over a month left to register to vote ahead of upcoming elections in May.

Roadworks
Roads and transport

calendar_today12/03/2024

Section of Acklam Road to close on an evening for resurfacing

Part of a busy Middlesbrough road will temporarily close on an evening this month as resurfacing works begin.

Middlesbrough Council chamber at the Town Hall
Council and democracy

calendar_today08/03/2024

Balanced budget agreed by councillors in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough Council stands ready to ‘recover, reset and deliver’ after councillors agreed a balanced budget for 2024/25.

Deputy Mayor Philippa Storey (centre) with members of the research group (L-R) Maria McGuigan, Val Harris, Colette McPartland, Edna Reddy, Avrille McCann, Marie Dunn, Heather Walker and Catherine McPartland
Heritage and history

calendar_today08/03/2024

Hidden stories of town’s remarkable ‘ordinary’ women celebrated

The lives of the extraordinary women who shaped early Middlesbrough have been given the spotlight as part of a special celebration.

Teachers and children with the award at Holmwood
Children and young people

calendar_today08/03/2024

Holmwood named Special School of the Year for second year running

A Middlesbrough school is celebrating after landing a prestigious national award for the second year in a row.

Staff at Stainsby Nursery welcome Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke and Deputy Mayor Philippa Storey as they celebrate the setting’s 20th anniversary
Children and young people

calendar_today08/03/2024

Nursery that's become a cornerstone of the local community turns 20

A Middlesbrough nursery that’s become a cornerstone of the local community celebrated its 20th birthday this week.

Cigarettes
Crime and safety

calendar_today07/03/2024

Store and flat closed down over illegal tobacco sales

A Middlesbrough town centre store and flat have been closed down over the sale of illegal tobacco.

The Fun Shack is coming to Middlesbrough
Development and regeneration

calendar_today05/03/2024

Fun Shack and giant inflatable theme park InflateSpace coming to Middlesbrough

A state-of-the-art soft play centre and inflatable theme park will open in Middlesbrough town centre this summer.

Mayor Chris Cooke and children from Village Primary School
Council and democracy

calendar_today06/03/2024

School pupils grill mayor over museum closure proposal

Middlesbrough’s Mayor has been given a grilling by primary school pupils over a proposed museum closure.

PC Tom Cannon, Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke, PC Dom Taylor
Council and democracy

calendar_today04/03/2024

Mayor honours heroic officers who saved baby's life

Two police officers whose quick-thinking heroism saved a baby’s life have been honoured at a special ceremony at Middlesbrough Town Hall.

Malcolm Wanless
Crime and safety

calendar_today04/03/2024

Nuisance beggar hit with town centre behaviour order

A beggar who has tormented town centre shoppers and businesses has been hit with a powerful banning order.

Middlesbrough Town Hall
Council and democracy

calendar_today29/02/2024

Application for Exceptional Financial Support is granted

Middlesbrough Council has today received confirmation its application for Exceptional Financial Support has been granted by the Government.

Bus Station team manager John Kirk, Cllr Peter Gavigan, Cleveland Police Community Safety Inspector Phillip Morris and British Parking Association Area Manager Ryan Davey
Latest news

calendar_today29/02/2024

Middlesbrough Bus Station lands national award - again

One of the region’s busiest transport hubs has been given a national award for keeping passengers safe during visits to Middlesbrough.

An old picture of the Newport Bridge
Heritage and history

calendar_today29/02/2024

New book to mark the 90th anniversary of landmark Newport Bridge

A new book celebrating the history of the iconic Tees Newport Bridge - officially opened 90 years ago this week - will be released this May.

Children's home plan
Children and young people

calendar_today27/02/2024

Children’s home strategy would improve care and reduce costs

A five-year plan could see more vulnerable children looked after closer to home and generate significant savings for Middlesbrough Council.

Middlesbrough Mayor Chris Cooke (second from left) with members of the Captain Cook Birthplace Trust Tom Mawston, Chair Martin Peagam and Rob Nichols outside the museum
Leisure and entertainment

calendar_today21/02/2024

Captain Cook Birthplace Museum to reopen as options explored to secure its future

A popular Middlesbrough museum will remain open as options are explored to secure its future, Middlesbrough’s Mayor has announced.

Local leaders at the signing of the Healthy Weight Declaration
Health and wellbeing

calendar_today21/02/2024

Middlesbrough signs Healthy Weight Declaration in bid to address inequalities

In Middlesbrough, an estimated 71% of over-18s are overweight or living with obesity.

Deputy Mayor Philippa Storey and Mayor Chris Cooke
Development and regeneration

calendar_today19/02/2024

£20m boost to make Middlesbrough healthier, safer and more ambitious

A major £20m funding injection will help make Middlesbrough and its town centre healthier, safer and more ambitious.

Mayor Chris Cooke and Cllr Janet Thompson with members of Hemlington Boxing Club
Crime and safety

calendar_today19/02/2024

New boxing club will change lives and transform a community in Hemlington

A brand new boxing club opened its doors at the weekend with the potential to changes lives and transform a community.

Middlesbrough Town Hall
Latest news

calendar_today21/02/2024

Operator sought for new Nunthorpe community facility

An operator is now being sought to run a new community facility in Middlesbrough.

Behaviour CEO Remi Racine, centre, and Executive Vice President Wayne Meazza, second from right, with Behaviour North staff at the Middlesbrough office opening
Latest news

calendar_today16/02/2024

Middlesbrough named among European elite for investment potential

The town has retained its place in the 2024/25 Financial Times’ European Cities and Regions of the Future report.

Composite image: Left is fly-tipping in the alley, right is it now after a clean up
Town centre

calendar_today14/02/2024

Area blighted by fly-tipping transformed in major clean-up

An area blighted by fly-tipping has been transformed as part of a major clean-up operation in Middlesbrough.

Lollipop lady Elaine Dunn
Latest news

calendar_today12/02/2024

Elaine lays down her lollipop after 21 years keeping children safe

One of Middlesbrough’s longest serving crossing patrol officers is laying down her lollipop.

An off-road bike being ridden on Linthorpe Road
Crime and safety

calendar_today12/02/2024

Nuisance off-road bike seized after quick thinking from council officers

A nuisance off-road bike was quickly taken off the streets after quick thinking from Middlesbrough Council staff.

A train at Middlesbrough Railway Station
Heritage and history

calendar_today09/02/2024

Making Middlesbrough Railway Station the most creative in the UK

Ambitious artwork steeped in Middlesbrough’s heritage is set to make the town’s railway station the most creative in the UK.

Runners in a half marathon
Leisure and entertainment

calendar_today02/02/2024

Charity partner unveiled for new Boro Half Marathon

The charity partner for Middlesbrough’s new Half Marathon has been unveiled ahead of next month’s inaugural event.

Middlesbrough skyline
Development and regeneration

calendar_today01/02/2024

Have your say on Middlesbrough’s long term development plan

People in Middlesbrough are being encouraged to have their say on the town’s long term blueprint for development.

Middlesbrough Town Hall and Centre Square
Council and democracy

calendar_today31/01/2024

Minister thanks Council for progress made in responding to concerns

A government minister has thanked Middlesbrough Council for the steps it has taken in responding to governance concerns.