Latest news and updates for Tyne and Wear | Tyne and Wear News
Gateshead Flyover – Extra works to support structure Engineers have begun work on providing support to two central pillars under the Gateshead Highway flyover. Gateshead Council has hired specialist contractors…
One day closure for maintenance of Redheugh Bridge. The Redheugh Bridge that carries the A189 over the Tyne between Gateshead and Newcastle will be closed to all traffic on Sunday…
Storm Eowyn Live: Thousands without power, fallen trees and travel issues Roads have been blocked by downed trees and flipped vehicles, train services have been cancelled, and schools have been…
Tyne Bridge 2025 restoration – latest updates as programme set out. In April 2024, restoration efforts for the iconic Tyne Bridge commenced, marking the beginning of a significant multi-million-pound project…
LATEST: Weather and travel information as cold snap hits North East There is an amber weather warning for snow. The areas across the North East that are included: Darlington Durham…
Gateshead Council urge residents to ‘plan ahead’ as Flyover work continues Work on the Gateshead Highway flyover is moving into a new phase as people across Tyneside prepare to go…
Quayside New Year’s Eve Fireworks cancelled due to weather. New Year’s Eve fireworks in Newcastle and Gateshead have been cancelled due to severe weather warnings. Two fireworks displays were scheduled…
North East Mayor pledges to speed up Gateshead Flyover work The North East regional mayor has expressed her readiness to finance the demolition of a flyover that was closed this…
Tyne and Wear Metro – First new Metro now in operation. It is a monumental occasion for Tyne and Wear Metro and Nexus, as the first Stadler train is now…
Gateshead Council have issued further update after the closure of Gateshead Highway. The A167 Gateshead Highway flyover is shut to all traffic after an inspection by consultant structural engineers which…