Neighbourhoods news
Boost for regeneration of historic Church Street area
Published on Tuesday, 20th October 2020The regeneration of one of Hartlepool’s most historic areas has received a huge boost thanks to a £1 million Government grant.
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Pandemic recovery strategy endorsed by councillors
Published on Friday, 14th August 2020A strategy for addressing the social and economic impact of COVID-19 on Hartlepool has been endorsed by councillors.
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Help shape the future of Hartlepool
Published on Thursday, 13th August 2020Residents and businesses are being offered a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Hartlepool.
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All Council play areas are now open again
Published on Friday, 24th July 2020All Hartlepool Borough Council play areas have now re-opened in a further easing of lockdown restrictions.
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Busy start for Household Waste Recycling Centre booking system
Published on Tuesday, 12th May 2020A new system for pre-booking visits to Hartlepool Borough Council’s Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) when it reopens tomorrow (Wednesday 13 May) has had a good response from local residents.
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CORONAVIRUS: Phased return of important neighbourhood and streetscene services
Published on Friday, 1st May 2020Hartlepool Borough Council has announced the phased return of a number of services temporarily suspended as it dealt with phase one of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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CORONAVIRUS: Extra Government funding for charities welcomed
Published on Tuesday, 14th April 2020The Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council has welcomed extra Government funding for frontline charities during the coronavirus outbreak – and urged local charities to apply.
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CORONAVIRUS: Use allotment sites responsibly, tenants urged
Published on Wednesday, 8th April 2020Allotment sites across Hartlepool remain open but tenants are being urged to act responsibly to prevent the spread of Coronavirus.
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Hi-tech helping hand to keep shopping area clean and tidy
Published on Friday, 20th December 2019Efforts to keep a busy shopping area in Hartlepool clean and tidy have received a boost with the installation of a new ‘Bigbelly’ bin.
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New parking laybys are very welcome
Published on Friday, 20th December 2019A new layby scheme is helping to ease parking congestion in a Hartlepool residential area and keep it looking attractive.
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Appeal for public's support over park improvements
Published on Thursday, 28th November 2019Council officials have issued an appeal for people to support efforts to improve Hartlepool's popular Rossmere Park following damage to newly-laid paving.
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Council scoops top awards
Published on Friday, 15th November 2019Staff at Hartlepool Borough Council are celebrating after receiving four top accolades.
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Cold Calling Warning - Boiler Grants/ Energy Efficiency
Published on Friday, 20th September 2019Trading Standards are warning Hartlepool residents to be cautious when taking calls from companies offering grants to install boilers and radiators.
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Boost for ambitious Hartlepool Waterfront development plans
Published on Monday, 16th September 2019Ambitious plans for the multi-million pound development of Hartlepool's Waterfront have received a major boost with the signing of a landmark agreement.
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Thanks for your support!
Published on Thursday, 22nd August 2019Visitors to a Hartlepool beach have been thanked for respecting a colony of rare seabirds and helping to ensure a successful breeding season.
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Town Square overhaul nears completion
Published on Tuesday, 13th August 2019£120,000 of maintenance, repairs and improvements to the Headland Town Square are nearing completion.
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Help us capture memories of historic conservation area
Published on Thursday, 8th August 2019Volunteers are being sought to help with a project that involves recording people's memories of the historic Church Street Conservation Area.
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Court grants closure orders
Published on Friday, 26th July 2019Action has been taken to seal off three properties in Hartlepool after complaints from the community about drug activity.
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Parks retain prestigious quality awards
Published on Friday, 19th July 2019Two parks in Hartlepool have again been awarded a prestigious international quality award which recognises open spaces meeting the highest possible standards.
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Councillors to consider investment in outdoor play provision
Published on Wednesday, 17th July 2019Councillors in Hartlepool will be asked to prioritise funding for three new outdoor play "hubs" when they meet next week.
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Telephone system maintenance
Published on Wednesday, 3rd July 2019The Council’s telephone system will be unavailable today (Wednesday 3rd July) from 5.30pm to 8.30pm due to essential maintenance.
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Help protect little terns, beach visitors urged
Published on Thursday, 20th June 2019Visitors to a Hartlepool beach are being urged to respect a colony of rare seabirds and avoid disturbing their nests.
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Longscar Centre demolition welcomed
Published on Monday, 20th May 2019The demolition of the fire-ravaged Longscar Centre in Seaton Carew has been welcomed by the Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council.
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Headland Town Square set for £120,000 overhaul
Published on Wednesday, 17th April 2019Work has started on £120,000 of maintenance, repairs and improvements to the Headland Town Square.
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New path will give people better access to war memorial
Published on Tuesday, 19th March 2019Work will start shortly on a project to improve access to a Headland war memorial, especially for older residents and people with disabilities.
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Big boost for Church Street renovation
Published on Friday, 15th March 2019The regeneration of one of Hartlepool’s most historic streets has been given a big boost after funding was approved for the renovation of a derelict shop.
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Residents urged to back new dog fouling campaign
Published on Monday, 11th February 2019Thoughtless dog owners – we’re watching you!
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Work under way on shopping area improvements
Published on Friday, 25th January 2019Work is under way on improvements to Hartlepool’s King Oswy Shops area, off King Oswy Drive.
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Damaged beach ramp to be repaired
Published on Friday, 21st December 2018A beach ramp built as part of new sea defences is to be repaired after engineers found it had suffered damage as a result of being subjected to a greater force from the sea than the steps it replaced.
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BYPASS FUNDING AND LAND ACQUISITION STRATEGY APPROVED
Published on Thursday, 20th December 2018A multi-million pound scheme for a new bypass that will improve safety on the A19 and improve access into Hartlepool has taken a major step forward.
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Beach ramp closed during investigation
Published on Wednesday, 5th December 2018Investigations are underway after two coping stones on a ramp leading to the beach on the Headland became dislodged.
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Second day of action hailed a success
Published on Friday, 26th October 2018A multi-agency operation to tackle a range of problems affecting blocks of flats in Hartlepool has been hailed a big success.
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New environmental recruits hit the streets
Published on Wednesday, 12th September 2018Eight new recruits taken on by Hartlepool Borough Council to boost its environmental workforce are now in place and working hard to help improve the cleanliness and tidiness of the town.
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Streets to be targeted by "Day of Action"
Published on Wednesday, 15th August 2018A multi-agency "Day of Action" is to be held in a part of Hartlepool town centre to tackle a range of issues.
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Property purchase boosts regeneration scheme
Published on Thursday, 26th July 2018Hartlepool Council has stepped in to buy the derelict Shades Hotel in Church Street, giving the on-going regeneration of the area a massive boost.
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Council in clampdown on littering from vehicles
Published on Wednesday, 25th July 2018Councillors have agreed to adopt new legal powers to tackle the problem of litter thrown from vehicles.
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Revamped Church Street re-opens
Published on Monday, 16th July 2018Church Street in Hartlepool has been completely re-opened to traffic after undergoing a multi-million pound refurbishment.
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Work commencing to allow paddling pool to reopen
Published on Thursday, 5th July 2018Work to repair a popular paddling pool in Hartlepool will start today so that it can open for the school summer holidays.
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Investment boost for Hartlepool's roads and footpaths
Published on Thursday, 21st June 2018COUNCILLORS have agreed to spend a significant budget saving on improving Hartlepool's roads and pavements.
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Litter heroes recognised by Mayor
Published on Thursday, 17th May 2018A YOUNG girl who scooped a national award for helping to protect her local environment was the guest of honour of Hartlepool's Mayor recently.
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Appeal issued after play equipment arson attack
Published on Tuesday, 1st May 2018AN APPEAL for information has been issued after play equipment in a Hartlepool park was set alight and destroyed.
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Council to install new dog waste bag dispensers
Published on Thursday, 22nd March 2018HARTLEPOOL Borough Council has announced plans to install 40 free dog waste bag dispensers at key locations across the town.
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Park regeneration set to go ahead
Published on Thursday, 22nd March 2018MORE THAN half a million pounds is to be spent restoring a popular Hartlepool park back to its former glory.
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Risk of high winds
Published on Thursday, 1st March 2018HARTLEPOOL continues to be affected by an historic spell of bitter cold and snow.
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Weather affects refuse collections
Published on Wednesday, 28th February 2018Please note that refuse and recycling collections have been suspended due to road and weather conditions.
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Council's appeal after bell buoy theft
Published on Monday, 22nd January 2018HARTLEPOOL Borough Council is appealing for information after thieves stole a one tonne bell buoy feature from the town’s Central Estate.
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Council transport team wins at national awards
Published on Wednesday, 20th December 2017HARTLEPOOL Borough Council’s Transport and Infrastructure team are celebrating after winning a prestigious award at a national ceremony.
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Bring Wesley back into use, says councillor
Published on Friday, 15th December 2017A SENIOR councillor says it is vital that the fire-ravaged former Wesley Chapel in Hartlepool is brought back into use given its key town centre location.
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Book your Christmas tree collection
Published on Wednesday, 13th December 2017RESIDENTS of Hartlepool can help the local environment by arranging to have their real Christmas trees collected for recycling once the festive season is over.
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Great Greatham awarded gold at Northumbria in Bloom
Published on Friday, 22nd September 2017GREATHAM village has won gold in this year’s Northumbria in Bloom competition thanks to a combined community effort.
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VIDEO: Popular wildflower planting programme extended
Published on Wednesday, 10th May 2017HARTLEPOOL Borough Council’s acclaimed wildflower scheme has been extended again in 2017 to include seven perennial wildflower meadows.
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New dog control ‘traffic light’ system installed on Hartlepool farm
Published on Friday, 3rd February 2017HARTLEPOOL Council has launched a pilot initiative to remind dog owners that they must take responsibility for their pets when in the vicinity of a local farm.
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VIDEO: Popular wildflower planting programme blooms in Hartlepool
Published on Thursday, 28th July 2016AREAS of Hartlepool are again awash with colour thanks to Hartlepool Borough Council’s widely acclaimed wildflower planting programme.
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VIDEO: Partnership working to tackle illegal use of off-road bikes
Published on Thursday, 26th May 2016COMMUNITY safety agencies are working together to target the off-road bikers who make the lives of local residents a misery in Hartlepool.
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VIDEO: Wildflower meadows to grace Hartlepool again this summer
Published on Wednesday, 25th May 2016A short video showing the sowing of a wildflower meadow at Seaton Carew.