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World Book Day 2025: Hundreds of Free Books on offer for Children in North Tyneside

North Tyneside libraries are giving children free books in exchange for World Book Day tokens to...

A large number of people talking to eachother at an apprenticeship fair

Get Up and Go with our annual Apprenticeship Fair

Hundreds of jobs and training opportunities will be featured at North Tyneside Council during...

Caption: Staff, volunteers and contractors from Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter

Community grant to the rescue for new roof and volunteer hub at Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter

Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in Longbenton has a brand new roof on its main admin building, as...

'Bring us your waste and recycling' - council's drive to prevent flytipping

North Tyneside Council is taking action to prevent flytipping with a special two-day initiative...

Adopt North East wins national award for excellence

Adopt North East, the region’s largest adoption agency, has been awarded a prestigious ‘Quality Mark for Excellence’ for its adoption services. 

E-waste recycling trial to become permanent in North Tyneside

A trial to reduce the environmental impact of old electrical items will be made permanent after...

Battle Hill Big Read promotes reading and physical activity

A new initiative is harnessing the power of reading and physical activity to bring residents...

Minister briefed on Council plans to upgrade North Tyneside’s roads

North Tyneside Council showcased its plans to improve the maintenance of local roads during a...

Children continue to receive ‘outstanding’ support in North Tyneside

‘An unwavering commitment to improving and enriching the lives of children and their families...

Work underway on a new roof for Segedunum

Work is well underway to carry out essential works at Segedunum Roman Fort and Museum that will...

Furniture and electrical goods destroyed after failing safety tests

North Tyneside Council’s Trading Standards team has destroyed over 100 pieces of furniture and...

New Years Honours for inspirational Early Years Manager Nichole Garner

Nichole, who has worked for the Council for 39 years, will be honoured with an MBE in 2025 for services to Children and Families.

The Riverside Embankment Walkway seen from above, a series of zigzag footpaths

North Shields Riverside Embankment Walkway opens to the public

North Shields Riverside Embankment Walkway has opened to the public for the first time.

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Closure order extended for Wallsend property linked to antisocial behaviour and crime

North Tyneside Council and Northumbria Police have secured a three-month extension to a Closure...

Female veterans, members of the community and Salute Her staff share a Christmas afternoon tea

Salute Her: Workshops and activities for female veterans funded by community grant

Female veterans living in the North West of North Tyneside are benefiting from wellness...

A thrilling opportunity for Killingworth readers

Killingworth Library is inviting readers to discover Seven Days, a Sunday Times bestseller by...

A parking meter

Free festive parking returns to North Tyneside town centres on weekends in December

Weekend parking is free once again this year in North Tyneside town centres throughout December...

John Spence High School to receive a ‘Trees of Hope’ Sycamore Gap sapling

John Spence High School in North Shields, along with Ashton’s Tuesday Club based at the school,...

Justice Prince wins prestigious holiday club award

Justice Prince in North Tyneside has won an award for its Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) club. 

The Burradon Wheel

Ambition for the North West plans approved by North Tyneside Council Cabinet

North Tyneside Council’s Cabinet has approved bold plans for the North West of the Borough,...

Budget engagement

Savings, support and investment in North Tyneside Council’s budget

North Tyneside Council’s Cabinet has approved its...

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