FREE HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES ON OFFER FOR ELIGIBLE CHILDREN THIS CHRISTMAS

Free activities are once again on offer for eligible children across the Stockton-on-Tees Borough during the Christmas holidays.

Tue 30th November 2021

FESTIVE SPIEGELTENT RETURNS TO STOCKTON THIS WEEK (AND YES, IT’S WARM AND COSY INSIDE!) – HERE’S HOW TO GET YOUR TICKETS

It’s got cosy booths, a fully-stocked bar, plus two live bands and a cabaret-circus show – yes, the Festive Spiegeltent returns to Stockton High Street this week.

Tue 30th November 2021

FESTIVE FUN FOR ALL WITH RETURN OF STOCKTON SPARKLES: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW!

Get into the Christmas spirit with the welcome return of the magical Stockton Sparkles festival.

Tue 23rd November 2021

More than 100 jobs up for grabs at this recruitment fair this week

The event is being hosted by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council in partnership with Stockton BID (Stockton Business Improvement District).

Mon 8th November 2021

“WE MUST TACKLE THESE UNFAIR DIFFERENCES” – AMBITIOUS STRATEGY TO REDUCE INEQUALITIES ACROSS THE BOROUGH AGREED BY CABINET

A strategy setting out an aspirational vision for reducing inequality across Stockton-on-Tees over the next ten years was agreed by Cabinet yesterday (Thursday 14 October).

Fri 15th October 2021

SANTA ON WHEELS IS COMING BACK TO STOCKTON-ON-TEES! SEVEN EXCITING EVENTS TO ENJOY THIS AUTUMN AND WINTER

The weather is turning colder but there’s plenty on the horizon to encourage you to head out and enjoy some of the superb events coming up across Stockton-on-Tees.

Wed 13th October 2021

HOST OF BUSINESSES SET TO RELOCATE INTO STOCKTON’S WELLINGTON SQUARE FROM CASTLEGATE IN NEXT STEP OF COUNCIL’S TOWN CENTRE PLANS

A number of national and independent businesses are to relocate to Wellington Square, Stockton in the coming weeks as part of the Council’s plans to demolish and redevelop the Castlegate Centre site.

Mon 11th October 2021

Stockton BID launches the first High Street wellbeing programme in the UK

Partnership between Stockton BID and Three Eggs workplace mental health and wellbeing provider addresses stress and burnout caused by the pandemic.

Thu 7th October 2021

STOCKTON-ON-TEES BOROUGH COUNCIL WELCOMES DOZENS OF NEW APPRENTICES

ICT technicians, cooks and care workers are among the dozens of apprentices who have taken up their posts with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council this month.

Thu 30th September 2021

ROYAL OPENING FOR STOCKTON’S NEWLY RESTORED GLOBE

Stockton’s newly restored Globe was given its official opening by His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester.

Thu 30th September 2021

From barmaid to landlady: Jade's at the helm following pub's £250k refurbishment

It was Jade Reed's dream to run the Stag Inn pub in Stockton. And after a £250,000 refurb for the Silver Street establishment, her wish has come true.

Fri 10th September 2021

Up for an award and new staff: The Stockton beauty business that's thriving - despite Covid

Innovations Advanced Skincare and Beauty is one of the six finalists in the Large Salon of the Year category

Fri 10th September 2021

STOCKTON’S NEW ICELAND OPENS ITS DOORS IN WELLINGTON SQUARE AS PART OF TOWN CENTRE TRANSITION PLANS

National food retailer Iceland has opened its doors after relocating to larger premises in Stockton as part of exciting changes to the town centre.

Wed 8th September 2021

A BEAUTY salon interviewed for the Humans of the High Street video says series resurfaced tearful emotions on a tumultuous year of lockdowns

A BEAUTY salon owner has spoken about how being interviewed for the Humans of the High Street video series ‘resurfaced tearful emotions’ as she reflected on a tumultuous year of lockdowns and lost…

Mon 26th July 2021

Excitement grows around Stockton Waterfront development with new plans announced for community focused facilities

Exciting plans to reshape the development of Council facilities have been announced, including the development of a new leisure centre alongside a new library, customer service and register office…

Fri 23rd July 2021

‘Stockton Hairdresser happy to be back in business’

A NEW mum has spoken of her relief after her hair salon survived the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic in the second YouTube Series Humans of the High Street.

Mon 19th July 2021

‘KEEP CALM AND HAVE A CUPPA’ - STOCKTON TEA ROOM BRINGS COMFORT TO CUSTOMERS

A CAFE in Stockton which opened two days before the first lockdown is looking forward to realising its full potential, following the easing of lockdown restrictions.

Mon 12th July 2021

Staying open during lockdown was right for DBS customers, Alex tells Humans of the High Street

FOR Alex Robson, Stockton branch manager of Darlington Building Society, staying open throughout the pandemic gave him a welcome sense of normality.

Mon 5th July 2021

MARKETS, FIREWORKS AND FESTIVE FUN: EXCITING EVENTS GOING AHEAD IN THE SECOND HALF OF 2021

Events are set to return to Stockton-on-Tees for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic first locked down the country in March 2020.

Fri 2nd July 2021

JOB HUNTING? DROP INTO THE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING HUB

A one-stop-shop to help people on their search for job and training opportunities has opened in Stockton town centre.

Thu 1st July 2021

Estate Agent praises Stockton BID for bringing businesses together during lockdown

Luke Johnson tells of “completely bonkers” time for housing market.

Mon 28th June 2021

STOCKTON CAN ‘EVOLVE AND THRIVE’ SAY MAKERS OF HUMANS OF THE HIGH STREET

STOCKTON High Street is evolving not dying – that’s the message from the second series of Humans of the High Street, as businesses begin their recovery from the pandemic.

Tue 22nd June 2021

CHARITY BOOK COMMEMORATES MEMORIES OF THE PANDEMIC

A book of children's stories about their lockdown experiences has been created to raise funds for the reading charity Bookmark.

Fri 18th June 2021

Mum turns passion for art and design into award-winning business

A MUM whose passion for art and design was reignited as she recovered from postnatal depression has won two prestigious awards, after opening a successful gift shop in Stockton. Louise Lowes, 39, says…

Tue 1st June 2021

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