Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

14/10/2026

*** BE SMART, BE SAFE, BE SENSIBLE OVER THE BONFIRE PERIOD ***

🎆 As we approach the season for firework displays it is important to keep safe.

❓ Who can buy fireworks?

It is illegal for retailers to sell fireworks such as party poppers and serpents to anyone who is under 16. To buy and let off all other fireworks, you must be an adult aged 18 or over.

🕰️ When can you let off fireworks?

For most of the year, it is illegal to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am. However, for Bonfire Night this is extended to midnight and for New Year's Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year the cut off is 1am.

🧨 What fireworks to buy

Look for a UKCA/CE safety mark printed on the product to make sure they’re safe to use.

🦺 Be safe – buy from a registered seller!

🔴 Safety: Only licensed sellers are authorised to stock and sell fireworks, ensuring the products are safe and stored correctly.

🔴 Legality: Selling or storing for sale fireworks without a licence is illegal and can result in a £5,000 fine or imprisonment.

🔴 Source: Do not buy from social media adverts or people selling from their homes, as these are often illegal and unsafe.

🔥 Be safe – prevent a fire

🗑️ If you spot any fly tipping or waste being built up, please report it to our Civic Enforcement team. You can do so by calling 01642 607943 or emailing [email protected].

If you have a large item you need to dispose of it’s easy to book a bulky waste collection. To book: www.stockton.gov.uk/bulky-waste

You can also visit the Household Waste and Recycling Centre. Remember, you must book a slot in advance at www.stockton.gov.uk/haverton-hill

🎇 Go to a display

We urge all residents to attend organised, scheduled events, such as the hugely anticipated Stockton Fireworks, which will return with a spectacular display after a five-year absence on Sunday 1 November.

Find out more on other displays in the region: Cleveland Fire Brigade UK website: https://www.clevelandfire.gov.uk/.../firework-displays/

📞 How to get in touch

It is an offence to sell or store explosives (fireworks) without a licence. If you are aware of unlicensed sellers please contact: [email protected] and to report underage sales contact: [email protected]

Stockton-on-Tees Family Hubs, Catalyst Stockton, Corner House Youth Project, Youth United Stockton, Youth United Stockton Alliance, Hype Youth Project

14/10/2026

⚠️ A19 WEEKEND AND OVERNIGHT CLOSURES: Some important National Highways information about road closures for essential footbridge improvements. 👇

⚠️A19 WEEKEND AND OVERNIGHT CLOSURES: Essential footbridge improvements near Stockton on Tees

Please be aware of a full weekend closure and additional weeknight closures on the A19 at the A1027 Norton Interchange as we're giving a new lease of life to the footbridge.

🌉We'll be removing the footbridge this weekend (17-19 October), refurbishing it off site before reinstalling it in January 2027.

To allow us to prepare for this operation, remove the bridge and carry out further works on the supporting structures afterwards, we will need to close the A19 between the entry and exit slip roads at the A1027 interchange during these times:

📅 Overnight closures
• 12 to 16 October, 8pm to 6am each night
• 19 to 23 October, 8pm to 6am each night

⚠️ Weekend closure - 17-19 October
The A19 will then be closed as follows:
• 8pm Saturday 17 October – 5am Sunday 18 October: A19 closed in both directions from A139 to the A689
• 5am - 8pm Sunday: A1027 westbound closed from Wolviston Road to the A19 Norton Interchange
• 6am – 8pm Sunday: Closures in both directions on the A19 at Norton Interchange, with traffic diverted off the exit slips through the junction to re-join at the entry slips
• 8pm Sunday - 6am Monday 19 October: A19 closed in both directions from the A139 to the A689
🚦During the weekend closure, temporary traffic lights will be in operation at times on the slip roads. A signed pedestrian diversion will be in place while the footbridge is removed 🚶‍♀️‍➡️

🔃All diversions will be fully signed

Please plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey. ⚠️

All works are weather dependent and may be rescheduled if conditions are unsuitable. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience while we carry out these improvements.

More: https://nationalhighways.co.uk/roads-and-travel/road-projects/yorkshire-and-north-east/yorkshire-and-north-east-maintenance-schemes/

Middlesbrough Council Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

14/10/2026

👏 A huge congratulations to everyone who participated in this year's Read to the Beat !

Stockton-on-Tees Libraries | Go All In 2026

🎵📚Read to the Beat may be over, but the rhythm of reading continues! A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this year’s Read to the Beat Summer Reading Challenge. From discovering new stories and taking part in activities, to earning medals and certificates, you’ve made this summer one to remember.

✨This summer we saw:
🎶1292 children sign up and take part
🏅921 children reach their personalised reading goals and received medals and certificates

A massive well done to every child who joined the challenge. Whether you completed your goal or simply enjoyed reading more over the summer, you should be proud of your achievement 👏🏻

The may have ended, but the joy of reading doesn’t stop here. Keep the rhythm going by visiting your local library to discover new books, take part in events and enjoy free activities throughout the year.

14/10/2026

🌍 Today is International E-Waste Day!

🔌 This is a reminder to residents across the Borough that you can recycle your small waste electrical items from the kerbside. Just remember to make sure they're small enough to fit inside a standard carrier bag. Anything larger can be taken to Haverton Hill Recycling Centre.

See the post below for more information 👇

Recycle Your Electricals

14/10/2026

🎈 Red Balloons and Yarm Wellness have organised 2 focus groups and would love you to come along and tell us what activities would support you with your mental health, confidence and self-esteem.

📆Men's Wellbeing Focus group (18-35 age group)- Sunday 25th October, 2-4pm
📆Women's Wellbeing Focus group (18-35 age group)- Sunday 8th November, 2-4pm

See below for more information 👇

Are you 18-35 and live in the Teesside area❓
Are you having a tough time❓
Do you need some support with your wellbeing❓

Red Balloons and Yarm Wellness are putting together 2 pilot projects to support you, but we need your input. We don't want to design a project without knowing what you want and need.

We've organised 2 focus groups and would love you to come along and tell us what activities would support you with your mental health, confidence and self-esteem

📆Men's Wellbeing Focus group (18-35 age group)- Sunday 25th October, 2-4pm
📆Women's Wellbeing Focus group (18-35 age group)- Sunday 8th November, 2-4pm

If you need any more information or would like to book a place, email [email protected] or call 07871 658157❓

14/10/2026

💙 So much to be proud of!

👏 A huge well done and congratulations to all our amazing learners - your hard work, dedication and achievements deserve to be celebrated.

📸 Check out the post below for highlights from the annual celebration event, last week!

Stockton Council Learning & Skills

13/10/2026

✂️ This is your last chance to see Matisse: Drawing with Scissors at Preston Park Museum and Grounds before it closes this Thursday (15 October).

🎟️ Entry is included with your Museum Pass!

13/10/2026

💙 Help keep our local community warm this winter!

🧥 Stockton and Teesside West Rotary Club are collecting unwanted coats, jackets and warm clothing to help people in need as part of Wrap Up Stockton.

👪 If you have a clean, good-quality coat that you no longer need, why not donate it? Both adult and children's coats are welcome, and every donation helps in making a difference!

🗓 Collection dates: 19 - 30 October 2026

📍Collection points: Tees Valley Music Service, Billingham Forum, Norton Cricket Club, Splash Stockton, Thornaby Pavilion and IB Leisure in Ingleby Barwick.

🌨 Let's help keep everyone warm this winter.

👇 Find out more in the post below!

🧥 Rotary's Wrap Up 2026! 🧥

As the weather turns colder, many people across our community face the winter without a warm coat. That's why we're supporting Rotary's Wrap Up, a fantastic initiative that collects good-quality, unwanted coats and redistributes them to people who need them most.

Rotary's Wrap Up works with local charities, shelters, community groups and support organisations to ensure donated coats reach vulnerable people in our area.

If you have a clean, wearable coat that you no longer need, please consider donating it.

✅ Adults' and children's coats welcome
✅ Clean and in good condition
✅ Help keep someone warm this winter

Every donated coat can make a real difference.

📍 Donation Point: Tees Valley Music Service
📅 Collection Dates: Weekdays 9am-3pm

Other collection sites: Billingham Forum, Norton Cricket Club, Splash Stockton, Thornaby Pavilion, IB Leisure Ingleby Barwick

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post.

Rotary Club of Stockton

13/10/2026

💃🕺 Get your dancing shoes ready for the Happy Hippy Shake Tea Dance this Friday (16 October) from 1pm until 3pm!

🎵 Enjoy the sounds of the 50s and 60s at The Malleable Social Club!

🎟️ Tickets are now available to book online for just £2.50 and can be booked by scanning the QR code on the poster or via the link here: www.digital.stockton.gov.uk/22428

Stockton-on-Tees Adult Carers' Support Service

✨ Only a few days to go until our Happy Hippy Shake Tea Dance this Friday! 🎶

Join us for an afternoon of music, dancing, laughter, and great company. Whether you love to dance, sing along to your favourite tunes, or simply enjoy a cuppa and a chat, we'd love to see you there!

💃 Live entertainment
☕ Refreshments available
🕺 A warm and friendly atmosphere
😊 A chance to meet new people and have fun

Don't miss out on what promises to be a fantastic afternoon!

📅 Friday 16 October 2026
🕐 1pm to 3pm
📍 The Malleable Social Club, Stockton-on-Tees
🎟️ Just £2.50 per ticket

Tickets can be booked by scanning the QR code on the poster or via the link below:
https://www.digital.stockton.gov.uk/22428

Tag a friend who you'd like to bring along! ❤️

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Stockton-on-Tees Libraries

13/10/2026

🤝🔴 The Council will take a united stance against racism for Show Racism the Red Card's 'Wear Red Day' on Friday, October 16.

👉 Read more: www.stockton.gov.uk/article/22633/Stockton-on-Tees-Borough-Council-united-in-support-for-Show-Racism-the-Red-Card