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Tenants help shape refurbished communal lounges at sheltered housing schemes14 July 2026Residents at two Gateshead sheltered housing schemes are enjoying newly refurbished communal lounges after helping to design the spaces themselves.
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Significant disruption expected as flyover demolition progresses03 July 2026Commuters who normally travel to and from Newcastle through the centre of Gateshead are being urged to use a different route when the Park Lane roundabout close...
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Summer of Fun coming to Gateshead town centre30 June 2026
Families can expect magic shows, a food festival, street circus and much more.
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Gateshead celebrates community champions25 June 2026Gateshead has recognised inspiring individuals, groups and organisations who go above and beyond to help local communities thrive.
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Green Flag success for Gateshead14 July 2026
Four Gateshead parks have, once again, been recognised among the very best green spaces in the country after receiving prestigious Green Flag Awards.
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Meet our new environmental fleet with thanks to Gateshead's creative children!13 July 2026
Children from across Gateshead have helped put their mark on our environmental fleet after coming up with a series of fun and imaginative names for grass cutter...
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Have your say! Pupil and parent school meals survey open now07 July 2026
We're always keen to hear from our Primary aged pupils and parents/ carers as your feedback plays a vital role in shaping our future service.
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The Heart of Care in Gateshead02 July 2026
Across Gateshead our children's residential homes play a vital role in supporting some of the borough's most vulnerable young people.
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Appeal to find a foster home for young sibling group29 June 2026
We are appealing for loving stable foster homes for Gateshead children to give them a chance to thrive and remain in their local community. .
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Royal honours awarded in Gateshead25 June 2026
The Lord-Lieutenant of Tyne and Wear has presented British Empire Medals to three local people who have made a real difference in their communities and beyond.
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Closure of Five bridges roundabout19 June 2026
A new milestone in the demolition of the Gateshead Highway flyover will see the Five Bridges roundabout closed to all traffic this Sunday, 21 June.
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Gateshead Council and Metrocentre team up to champion inclusive work practices with new short films15 June 2026
The two new short films aim to encourage more employers to support people with learning disabilities or who are neurodivergent into work.
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Improving junctions in central Gateshead12 June 2026
Key changes are being made to streets and junctions in central Gateshead, as the council seeks to improve the flow of traffic ahead of two major roundabout clos...
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Gateshead tenants invited to free community festivals this Summer09 June 2026
Taking place across four locations within multi-storey housing communities, the events are designed to encourage social inclusion, build stronger community conn...