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Clark resigns as Hartlepool boss
Lee Clark has resigned as Hartlepool United head coach with immediate effect following a 3-1 home defeat by Worthing and six losses in seven matches.
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Newest firstLeader of the Council's reply to open letter from Jonathan Brash MP
Hartlepool Council Leader Dave Bruce replies to MP Jonathan Brash on HMO regulation and out-of-area placements. Article 4 Direction decision expected by…
Today in Hartlepool — 15 September
Today in Hartlepool: Council’s clampdown on fraud pays off, plus 3 more local stories with links to the full coverage.
Councillor Dave Bruce elected as the new Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council
Councillor Dave Bruce, who represents Fens and Greatham Ward for Reform UK, has been elected Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council, replacing Graham…
Food waste recycling nears 900-tonne milestone
Hartlepool has diverted almost 900 tonnes of food waste since launching weekly collections in November 2025. Council urges more residents to participate,…
New recycling champion helps Hartlepool go greener
Hartlepool Borough Council has appointed Emma Stonehouse as Engagement Officer (Waste and Recycling) to boost recycling rates and help residents recycle…
Hartlepool want to achieve success this year – Sheron
Hartlepool United midfielder Nathan Sheron marks his 100th appearance and calls for a title push after ending a three-game losing streak with victory…
Council leader stands down after four months
Reform UK's Graham Harrison has stepped down as Hartlepool Borough Council leader after just four months, citing changed personal circumstances. A new…
Environment Agency investigates 2,500-tonne illegal waste dump in Hartlepool
A Hartlepool site containing an estimated 2,500 tonnes of shredded household waste is one of three North East dumps being investigated by the Environment Agency.
Hartlepool Recovery Festival returns to celebrate recovery and tackle stigma
Hartlepool Recovery Festival returns this September to celebrate National Recovery Month and reduce stigma around addiction, with events including an Art…
Today in Hartlepool — 29 August
Today in Hartlepool: Hartlepool Borough Council signs Recovery Cities Pledge, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Stay Alert This Summer
Hartlepool Borough Council is supporting Counter Terrorism Policing's Summer Vigilance Campaign, urging residents and event organisers to stay alert at…
Hartlepool students praised as results are announced
Hartlepool students have received their GCSE results. Council leaders visited High Tunstall College to congratulate pupils on their achievements across a…
Congratulations to all Hartlepool students receiving exam results and qualifications today
Hartlepool Borough Council congratulates students receiving AS, A Level, T Level and vocational qualification results on 13 August 2026.
An open letter to the Prime Minister from the Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council
Hartlepool Borough Council Leader sets out three priorities in open letter to new PM: fair funding, social care reform, and council housebuilding support.
Food waste wagons given new identities!
Hartlepool primary pupils won a competition to name the council's four food waste collection vehicles. Winners received vouchers and leisure passes.
Celebrating our supported internship and volunteering stars
Hartlepool Borough Council celebrated almost 30 young adults completing supported internships and volunteering placements with the council and Asda.
Celebrate Highlight Active Wellbeing Hub’s official opening
Hartlepool's new Highlight Active Wellbeing Hub at The Waterfront opens officially on 15 August with free family entertainment, live shows and water…
Rossmere Park Anti-Social Behaviour In Hartlepool
Wildlife killed and visitors abused in Hartlepool's Rossmere Park. Councillor and MP call for action over "countless" incidents of vandalism and…
Big Lime Triathlon: Hartlepool Road Closures 9 August
Road closures will affect Maritime Avenue and Coronation Drive on Sunday 9 August during Hartlepool's Big Lime Triathlon. Diversions in place from 7am to…