Hartlepool Borough Council3 days agoHartlepool 2026 local elections: All you need to knowJust 12 seats are up for grabs but it could be enough to change overall control of the council.3 days ago6 days agoDelayed £36m leisure centre to open in JuneThe hub replaces Hartlepool's Mill House Leisure Centre and will have three swimming pools.6 days ago6 days agoRelocated family care 'costing council over £1m' Hartlepool Council says the weekly bill for helping the relocated family is between £900 to £1,400.6 days ago14 Mar 2026How much is council tax rising in your area?Eight of the region's 14 authorities are imposing maximum 4.99% tax rises from April.14 Mar 20264 Mar 2026Council tax increase as funding plea 'dismissed'The rise will be implemented through the adult social care precept as core council tax is frozen. 4 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Plans resubmitted for refused children's care homeA charity hopes to convert the property into accommodation for four young people.2 Mar 202627 Feb 2026Higher costs proposed for adult social careA vote on plans for higher and new fees is due to be discussed by Hartlepool councillors next week.27 Feb 202620 Feb 2026Council budget delayed over 'fight' for fundingThe Labour council leader for Hartlepool says she feels let down by the government.20 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Births to resume at hospital after staffing issuesNorth Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust says staffing problems have now eased.16 Feb 2026...