More questions than answers remain about the cause of the so-called mass crustacean mortality event in Teesside - and there are fears about what this could mean for the future.

Following mass deaths of marine life at Teesside Freeport, Darlington and Westminster alike have been been less than forthcoming about what really happened. Are they covering up one disaster - or preparing for another? 

How, and why, Teesside is speaking the language of lithium production.

Teesside has among the highest rate of drug-related deaths in England and Wales, but a progressive approach to substance use and a welcoming community has been transformative for many who would otherwise be disenfranchised from society. 

The offer of an hour free parking was removed with shoppers now forced to pay £1.60 for the first hour and £2.20 for each additional hour - and businesses are feeling the impact

With the council facing a £15m deficit and popular venues closing there's a tricky future for creatives to navigate

Pam, 92, is just the latest example of a quality of service at Royal Mail that the Communication Workers Union say is 'not at an acceptable level' 

Government hostility toward refugees and asylum seekers plays out in the local community, says Matthew Storey, councillor for Middlesbrough Central.

Middlesbrough is one of five local authorities with the highest proportion of neighbourhoods among the most deprived in England

A multi-million pound environmental project on the Tees Estuary aims to tackle rising flood risks, boost biodiversity and support the area’s economy – but can it restore the faith of the local community?