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The Tyne Bridge, viewed from the Gateshead end of the Swing Bridge, showing the scaffolding on the Gateshead Tower

Drivers advised to plan ahead for Tyne Bridge restoration

Crossing will close overnight in run up to Easter, then Tyne Bridge lane closures begin in April.

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Illustration of a yellow circle surrounded by graphics of children and adults playing. Centre shows graphic of the Tyne Bridge and Grey's Monument with a penguin, in scarf and flying goggles, flying above them. Text reads Newcastle SEND Celebration Events 1st June - 5th July 2024

Summer events to celebrate children with SEND in Newcastle

Competition also seeks name for special educational needs and disabilities Local Offer mascot.

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The swimming pool at Jesmond Pool and Gym

Leisure centres go green after £400k funding boost

Solar panels will be installed to reduce energy use and cut carbon emissions.

December 2023

Over 650 children to benefit from Christmas gift collection

Council staff, residents and partners donated the gifts for vulnerable children and young people.

Collingwood Street junction to be resurfaced in January

Overnight road closures will follow traffic signal upgrades at a key city centre junction.

Have fun and stay safe this Christmas

Residents and visitors to Newcastle are being reminded to stay safe and take care of each other.

Clean Air Zone grants scheme to pause for review

Applications for support to replace older, more polluting vehicles will pause on December 17.

Youth Fund grants £620,000 for activities and services

Newcastle Youth Fund's latest funding saw 23 successful applications for projects across the city.

Laser Lights to make spectacular return for New Year’s Eve

Laser Light City will be returning to Newcastle’s Quayside this year for one night only.

Adopt North East celebrates its fifth birthday

Since launching five years ago, Adopt North East has found loving families for nearly 500 children.

Improvement works to Northumberland Street now confirmed

Plans to revamp Northumberland Street have taken a significant step forward, with Newcastle City Council’s announcement that a contractor has now been appointed and preparatory work to start before Christmas in readiness for the major improvements starting in the New Year.

Sign up to Landlord Accreditation Scheme

Private landlords are eligible for a range of benefits if they sign up to the Landlord Accreditation Scheme.

New partnership for repairs and construction services

A new partnership has been formed aiming to ensure council houses are well-maintained and safe.

Public urged to give money to charity not people who beg

The council aims to reduce begging while getting vulnerable people the support available to them.

Foster families offered leisure discounts this Christmas

Cheaper bowling, swimming, trampolining and soft play offered at four Newcastle leisure centres.