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Cllr Peter Lovatt (third from the left) pictured with parks staff from Newcastle City Council celebrating after four parks in Newcastle were awarded the prestigious Green Flag again.

Prestigious Green Flags continue to fly at Newcastle parks

Four parks in Newcastle have again been awarded a coveted Green Flag Award after being named among the best in the country.

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Photo of Bobby Richardson at Kenton Park Sports Centre

Pride in Place chair announced

Kenton community champion to chair Pride in Place neighbourhood board

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Two members of staff at Newcastle City Council pictured in a cemetery carrying out important safety inspections on a headstone.

Safety inspections continuing in Newcastle cemeteries

Important safety work is underway checking the stability of gravestones in cemeteries across Newcastle.

July 2026

More than 10,000 people take part in Newcastle’s biggest ever conversation

Findings from Newcastle's Big Conversation are expected to form the foundations of the city's new Council Plan

Pupils find new skills and confidence through cycling

Students have enjoyed cycling sessions as part of pilot scheme to promote active travel.

Independent report praises council leadership and improving culture

An action plan to address recommendations will be presented by the Leader of the Council at a meeting of Cabinet later this month

Putting Families First

Newcastle introduces a new approach to supporting children and families.

Community safety projects continue to be EPiC success

City Safe and Empowering People in Communities see Newcastle crime and antisocial behaviour fall.

Council celebrates ‘Most Improved’ award and commits to a healthier future

Newcastle City Council is celebrating after being named the ‘Most Improved’ council in the Good Food Local North East Awards.

The City Baths saved

Newcastle City Council today (Wed July 1) announced a new operator to safeguard the future of The City Baths and Turkish Baths.

June 2026

Veterans share powerful stories for Armed Forces Week

Veterans share the stories of their lives in the armed forces.

Return of café to Exhibition Park is one step closer

A new operator has been identified for the site, subject to finalising contracts.

Successful partnership helps Newcastle residents to Work and Thrive

The Get Online Newcastle Team have been busy over the last 6 months, delivering tablet courses to residents across the city.

Families encouraged to apply for NHS Healthy Start support

Residents are being encouraged to check whether they are eligible for the NHS Healthy Start scheme.

NOVUM to bring a giant playground to the city centre

Newcastle city centre to become one giant playground as NOVUM Summer Festival unveils first wave of programme.

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