Gateshead Council5 hrs agoDeal signed for 4,500 homes by shopping centreBrownfield sites around the Metrocentre in Gateshead are being redeveloped to create homes.5 hrs ago5 days agoGateshead local elections 2026: All you need to knowGateshead Council will have an all-out election on Thursday 7 May where all seats are contested.5 days ago20 Mar 2026Date set for doomed flyover demolition Work to demolish the crumbling road in Gateshead is set to continue for the rest of the year.20 Mar 202620 Mar 2026Railway arch murals 'showcase town's people'The huge artworks are part of a celebration marking the opening of a new events space in Gateshead.20 Mar 202616 Mar 2026Leisure centre to get £250,000 towards upgradeBirtley Leisure Centre is getting new gym equipment, exercise bikes and upgraded saunas.16 Mar 202616 Mar 2026Props poised for flyover demolitionGateshead Council leader Martin Gannon says the demolition work is "getting closer" to starting.16 Mar 202614 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 202612 Mar 2026Cash-strapped council to write off £400k rent debtThe authority says it has exhausted all ways to recover the debts from former tenants.12 Mar 202610 Mar 2026Disused railway arches turned into public artThe murals celebrate the area's important historical figures and culture.10 Mar 2026...