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Major investment announced to boost Gateshead leisure facilities21 May 2025
Following the recent successful transfer of our leisure services, the new operators have unveiled a significant programme of investment.
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Next steps for Gateshead Highway flyover21 May 2025
Plans to demolish the Gateshead Highway flyover are being finalised as an important part of regenerating the area.
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Ambitious plans for Gateshead's future19 May 2025
Regeneration, the local environment, housing and support for those who need it most are priorities being discussed by Council this week.
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Guilty verdict for two fly tips19 May 2025
A man found guilty of two fly tipping offences must pay over £1,000 in compensation and £360 in costs.
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Taylor Wimpey chosen to develop Clasper Village site16 May 2025
Gateshead Council has identified Taylor Wimpey as the successful tenderer for the development of the former Clasper Village site in Teams, Gateshead, following...
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Gateshead Old Town Hall regen gets nod from Council21 May 2025
Transformational plans to repurpose the only surviving purpose-built Victorian town hall in Tyne and Wear have taking a big step forward.
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Residents urged to keep batteries out of household bins20 May 2025
Residents are urged to never place batteries in their household waste or recycling bin, following a recent fire at on of our facilities suspected to have been c...
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New Mayor for Gateshead17 May 2025
Councillor Freda Geddes has been elected as Gateshead's new Mayor for the upcoming 12 months.
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Striking photo shines light on urgent appeal for adoptive families in the North East15 May 2025
Adopt North East is calling for forever homes for more than 30 local children waiting for adoption today.
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New research aims to improve support for parents in Gateshead14 May 2025
Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) Gateshead and colleagues in Children's Services are working on a new project which aims to improve support for...
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Be part of a community that cares13 May 2025
Community support can make a huge difference to our health and wellbeing. For Mental Health Awareness Week, find out what's on offer in your community.
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High Street South regeneration moves forward13 May 2025
Next week, our elected members will confirm the council's commitment to the High Street South regeneration project - a bold vision to transform the town centre...
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Chopwell to host world championship competition qualifier12 May 2025
Chopwell Pump Track has won a bid to host a prestigious international cycling competition in June - the only track of the competition in the UK.
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Could you start your fostering journey this Foster Care Fortnight?09 May 2025
Gateshead Council is calling for more people to come forward and find out more about fostering, during The Fostering Network's annual Foster Care Fortnight (12-...
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Housing service praised for performance and commitment to improvement30 April 2025
Following an inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH), our housing service has been awarded a C2 grading. This means we're delivering services that m...