Stockton-on-Tees2 hrs ago'Shoplifting epidemic puts my livelihood at stake'Stephen Tate says he has had to hide some of his stock to deal with crime at his Stockton shop.2 hrs ago2 hrs agoThousands of shoplifting cases linked to 40 suspectsBBC figures find shoplifting has risen in the North East and Cumbria over the past decade.2 hrs ago1 day agoPlan for 600-home scheme 'lacks infrastructure'The Planning Inspectorate inquiry is set to begin on 15 September and last for a week.1 day ago2 days agoChurch deacon jailed for decades of sexual abuseJohn Grant, 77, groomed young vulnerable through coercive and controlling behaviour, the Met said. 2 days ago2 days agoBridge demolition plan 'smacks of incompetence'Campaigners say the Castle Eden Walkway bridges should be protected and maintained not demolished.2 days ago3 days agoViews sought on nature recovery strategyThe combined authority says growth and development must go hand in hand with protecting its unique environment.3 days ago4 days agoFire station hours could be cut in cost-saving planCleveland Fire Brigade is looking at ways to address a £1.2m funding gap.4 days ago4 days ago'Oak nannies' come forward to nurture seedlingsTees Valley Wildlife Trust calls for volunteers to nurture oak seedlings at home for a year.4 days ago5 days agoCycle path approved despite police objectionsConcerns were raised over motorbikes but councillors give the go-ahead to the plans for Thornaby.5 days ago...
