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A CGI image showing the new development in Forth Yards

New CGI images unveiled for Forth Yards development

The brownfield site on the banks of the River Tyne will create 2,500 new homes

Five teenage girls, of different ages and ethnicities, stare towards the camera. They are standing in front of a blue, window like background. The words "Stop the violence" are written across the image in pink neon writing.

Powerful films see teenagers confront gender-based abuse

Poetry project highlights young people's experiences and sheds light on important topic.

A photo of a various content that will be added to the time capsule on Northumberland Street

Time capsule to celebrate transformation of Northumberland Street

A time capsule will be buried on Northumberland Street this Friday (23 May) to mark the transformational works underway on the street.

May 2025

Food waste trial hits 300-tonne milestone

New trial has collected and recycled over 300 tonnes of food waste from local households.

Auto-enrolment scheme boosts support for families and schools

Automatically enrolling eligible children for free school meals (FSM) is already delivering positive results.

Step Right Up for Fair on the Square

A two-day vintage funfair - Fair on the Square - is coming to Byker's Hadrian Square.

The impact the Violet Close explosion has had on our city

The city council has paid tribute to seven-year-old Archie York after a man was jailed for causing the explosion in Benwell that claimed his life.

Striking photo shines light on urgent appeal for adoptive families

Adopt North East is calling for forever homes for more than 30 local children waiting for adoption.

Council helping environment with No Mow May

Parks and green spaces across Newcastle are supporting conservation charity Plantlife’s ‘No Mow May’ campaign which champions biodiversity and encourages nature and pollinators to thrive.

Restaurant fined over peanut allergy emergency

Staff at an Indian restaurant in Newcastle were fined thousands of pounds after serving peanut to two customers who went into anaphylactic shock.

More public art to brighten up the city centre

Four new schemes to create artistic landmarks and give areas in the city centre a distinct identity will soon be taking shape.

New restrictions aim to curb anti-social behaviour in Newcastle tower blocks

New court orders restricting access to three tower blocks in the West End underline Newcastle City Council’s commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour and creating safer communities.