Environment

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“Let's work together to keep South Tyneside clean and tackle fly-tipping.”

South Tyneside Council's advice to stop fly-tipping

The launch comes as the Ofgem price cap rose a huge 4 per cent on 1 October to £1,723 a year for a typical household

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The company has begun implementing emission-reduction measures across its operations

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The fibre bottles are manufactured from sustainably sourced wood pulp, contain no hidden plastic and are recyclable

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Why not join the litter pick at North and South Marine Park.

Litter pick at South Shields park this weekend

Campaigner Dave Green next to the hole dug to repair the pipe.

'Awful smell' - Sewage leak at Jarrow beauty spot sparks anger

Recycle Week 14th-20th September 2026

Think about recycling

Matt Beeton, Port of Tyne CEO, at the scene of the collapsed crane after the collision.

Port of Tyne appoints three new board members

The nurdles clean-up has entered a new phase.

South Tyneside Council changes nurdle clean-up approach

The scene at the Port of Tyne in July.

Ship company takes nurdles spillage ‘incredibly seriously’

The council wants to understand how people use wood burners, stoves and open fires at home.

Still time to give opinions on the borough's smoke control areas

Mayor vows that a ship's owners will pay for the nurdle spill

Nurdle drop-off points can be found using an online interactive map.

Interactive map for nurdles clear-up

Nurdles from the Tyne spillage have been spotted on beaches across County Durham.

Nurdles found 30 miles from spillage

Please don't make the nurdle crisis work by dropping even more litter on South Tyneside's beaches.

South Tyneside beaches facing nurdle crisis - don't make it worse
Beach visitors. Put your rubbish in a bin or take it home with you. It’s dead easy.
Tony Gillan

Jon Anslow, one of the Vice Chairs at Tyneside Community Woodshed, with Fiona Holloway, the group's Vice Secretary.

Woodwork group looks to help people struggling with mental health

Johan Martinez pictured at St James' Park

Upcoming NUFC signing spotted at St James' Park - deal already agreed

Marine Minister Stephen Morgan visited Littlehaven Beach to see the pollution for himself.

Urgent call for South Tyneside volunteers as nurdle spill worsens

Plastic pellets on Littlehaven Beach

Hundreds back new petition following the South Shields nurdle spill

Free women-only cycling sessions are set to take place in South Tyneside.

Women's cycling confidence sessions set to be hosted in South Shields

Marine Minister Stephen Morgan visited Littlehaven Beach, in South Shields, for a first-hand look at the ongoing nurdle clean up operation.

Government minister praises volunteer nurdle clean up operation

Sophia Stovall, chief executive of the Tyne Rivers Trust.

Rivers Trust praise volunteers but warn of further long term issues

South Shields and Westoe Club has received £1,000 from the Miller Homes Community Fund.

House builder’s community fund gives summer holiday boost to children

The clean up operation at Littlehaven Beach has been supported by the Nurdle group.

Nurdle clean-up group give plastic update and tide warning

The CEO of Caleder A/S has confirmed that specialist contractors have been deployed following a plastic spill in the River Tyne.

Shipping firm deploys specialist contractors following plastic spill

Environment activists are calling for the government to legislate for tighter controls over the handling and transportation of nurdles. It follows a huge plastic spill into the River Tyne.

Protesters call for tighter laws following River Tyne plastic spill
Protesters have gathered at the South Shields seafront to call for improved laws on the handling of nurdles.
Ryan Smith

Members of the Monkton Village Association with judges from Britain in Bloom, Cllr Sheryl Jones and Kate Osborne MP.

Judges visit Monkton Village for the Northumbria in Bloom competition

Environment Agency pledges investigation into plastic pellet spill

Clean up continues as one billion plastic pellets spill into the Tyne

Plastic pellets have washed up on Littlehaven Beach in South Shields.

Plastic pellets on South Shields beaches are E.coli risk warns expert

Council working with Environment Agency for plastic clean-up operation

Plastic pellets have washed up on Littlehaven Beach in South Shields.

Council working with environment agency to remove pellets on beach

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Carr Ellison Park's play area has been refurbished ahead of the summer holidays.

Hebburn park’s play area reopens to the public with a brand new look

Rebecca Shields and Stephanie Coxon of Crystal Clear Ear Clinic.

Whitburn ear health brand takes on second nurse as part of growth

South Tyneside has celebrated its Armed Forces community.

Councillor reflects on supporting the borough's Armed Forces community

Kieran Pemberton, Robertson site manager (left), with Damien Lee, of Hewitson Limited (right), and Jack Grainger, a Sunderland College student who completed a work placement at the Griffin Court development.

Extra Care scheme generates estimated £10million in ‘social value’

The South Shields Museum & Art Gallery has unveiled its new exhibition and play space.

Brand new exhibition and play space opens in South Shields town centre

South Tyneside has celebrated its Armed Forces community.

Annual celebration honours South Tyneside's Armed Forces community

According to WCY 2026, Hong Kong’s rise reflects sustained performance across the four competitiveness factors measured.

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Yellow Wellies Day Nursery in Hebburn is celebrating a positive Ofsted inspection.

Nursery 'where children can truly thrive' praised by Ofsted inspection

Ewen Jaouen farewell message.

Chelsea & Real Madrid target issues statement as NUFC move confirmed

Fly tipping at Monkton Stadium in South Tyneside.

New data shows impact of waste crime in communities

The plan highlights five distinct features and centers on the comprehensive elevation of the city's eight qualities.

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Sandhaven beach was packed with sunseekers this bank holiday weekend.

I know how to send the scourge of South Shields beaches packing

Nexus workers renovate tracks on the Tyne and Wear Metro System

Nexus picks up consecutive gold awards for health and safety work

HONOR has introduced premium mid-range, tablet and HONOR Choice ecosystem ranges

Ad Feature HONOR expands UK line-up with new smartphones, tablet and AI gadgets

Bradley O’Mahoney was founded in Newcastle in 1991 and is based today at The Quadrus Centre, at Boldon Business Park, Woodstock Way, West Boldon.

Rebrand for South Tyneside-based business working on college switch

Newcastle United's English head coach Eddie Howe applauds the fans following the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Bournemouth at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on April 18, 2026. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP via Getty Images)

Eddie Howe delivers most brutal Newcastle United transfer warning yet

Nature—Ritual was unveiled at EuroCucina in Milan.

Ad Feature Fisher & Paykel unveils 'Nature—Ritual' at EuroCucina 2026

Boldon Lane News, South Shields Credit Google

'Unauthorised' Shields cashpoint set to stay after quash bid blocked

East Boldon Infant School, Front Street, South Tyneside Credit: Google

South Tyneside school build application gets planning green light

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