Norton and Billingham Info

21/11/2023

🎉 Our NEW main menu is finally LIVE! 🍽️ Who's excited to eat with us? 🤩✨

20/11/2023

INBOX

can people keep doors, garages and cars locked in billingham area. There is two lads on bikes breaking into garages. The garages in billingham Green got broken into tonight

20/11/2023

We are looking to hire a Part-Time Bar Staff member for weekend and Bank Holidays only at the moment (weekend availability is a big must). National Minimum Wage, with weekly pay + tips.

Due to the sale of alcohol the right candidate will have to be 18+ of age.

Previous experience is preferred but not needed as full training will be given. We are looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing, fun person who is able to work as part of a team but is also able to use their own initiative.

Please send a copy of your CV to [email protected] or drop in a copy of your CV to a member of staff.

20/11/2023

REUNITED REUNITED REUNITED

20/11/2023

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY’ FOR BILLINGHAM AS TOWN RECEIVES £20MILLION FROM THE LEVELLING UP FUND

Billingham has been awarded £20million from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund in a major boost to the Council’s regeneration plans for the town centre.

The bid formed part of the ongoing town centres investment programme led by the Council, with a masterplan for Billingham currently being prepared to explore potential redevelopment opportunities in the town.

The masterplan will build on the previous findings from the ‘Let’s Talk About Our Towns’ public consultation in 2020, assess potential opportunities for future development and how they can be delivered alongside the owners of the town centre.

The Levelling Up Fund is designed to invest in infrastructure that improves everyday life across the country, supporting town centre and high street regeneration, local transport projects, and cultural and heritage assets.

Councillor Nigel Cooke, Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, said: “I am absolutely delighted to hear that Billingham has been awarded £20million of funding, this is exactly what we have been waiting for and is long anticipated.

“We welcome this huge investment; it is vindication for our ongoing commitment to Billingham and aligns with our ambitions to bring about redevelopment alongside the town centre’s owners.

“We’ve got a strong track record for investment in the town and we’re working on a masterplan which we committed to in the summer to guide any future investment decisions.

“This is the first step in a journey for Billingham. It is a fantastic town with huge potential and we now have a golden opportunity before us to bring about real transformational change.”

Billingham Town Centre is currently privately owned and the Council has worked in partnership with the owners over the last ten years to fund and create high-quality public facilities and spaces.

This includes the likes of the refurbishment of Billingham Forum and Theatre, a new library and improvements to public spaces and paving.

20/11/2023

Last year Stockton Salvation Army helped brighten the lives of 379 children in our local area.

They have just launched our Christmas toy appeal for 2023.

Could you 'Be a Star' and help by donating either a new, unwrapped toy, book, chocolates or gift set to a child this Christmas.

They have an amazon wishlist if you need some inspiration too (link in the comments)

Gift can be dropped off at the Church building on Palmerston Street in Stockton (just off Dovecott Street) (TS18 1NU)
Mon. 9am-2pm
Tues. 10am -1pm
Fri. 9am -12 noon

Thank you and God bless.

16/11/2023

Help disadvantaged children this Christmas

15/11/2023

The Annual Boundary 500 Motorcycle Ride in aid of Zoe's Place

*Timings for procession*

Leave Thornaby Town Centre - 11.30am

Thornaby Road passing over A66 - 11.38am

St John's Crossing Stockton - 11.42am

Riverside Rd/Church Rd Traffic Lights - 11.44am

Stockton High St - 11.46am

St. John's Crossing 11.49am

Wilderness Rd/ A66 Roundabout - 11.55am

Newport Rd Roundabout - 11.58am

Ayresome St Middlesbrough - Midday

Linthorpe Rd/ Borough Rd - 12.03pm

Albert Rd/Corporation Rd - 12.05pm

Corporation Rd / A66 interchange - 12.07pm

Trunk Rd/Cargo Fleet Lane - 12.10pm

Trunk Rd/Normanby Rd - 12.16pm

Trunk Rd, Birchington Ave Roundabout - 12.19pm

Trunk Rd/Kirkleatham Ln - 12.25pm

Majuba Car Park - 12.27pm

Redcar Esplanade - 12.28pm

Redcar High Street - 12.30pm

Kirkleatham Lane / A174 roundabout - 12.36pm

Kirkleatham Walled Garden Car Park - 12.40pm

**Timings subject to change**

15/11/2023

Not long now till our Christmas lights switch on at 68 DORSET CRESCENT BILLINGHAM TS23 4AU.

EVERYBODY WELCOME.
COME WALK ROUND OUR STREET AND GARDEN.

Wheelchair, pram and buggy friendly.

Come and see Santa £2.50 with a selection box.

PLEASE BRING CASH AS WE DONT HAVE CARD MACHINES

Come see and meet BERNIE SLAVEN switching on the lights.

Joe Stockil the Billingham Town Cryer,

Santas post box,

REFRESHMENTS ie; Tea, Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Bovril, Juice. CAKES available for a small donation.
HOT DOGS 75p

COLLECTION BUCKETS

Go Fund Me page to be added later.

SUNDAY 3RD DECEMBER 5PM SWITCH ON
Get here early.

All monies collected will be Donated to TEESSIDE FAMILY FOUNDATION

PLEASE BRING CASH WE DONT HAVE CARD MACHINES

15/11/2023

Inside the Force: 24/7 to feature Cleveland Police

Cleveland Police takes the spotlight in the upcoming 12-part series "Inside the Force: 24/7" on Channel 5.

The documentary will explore the daily operations of over 500 officers stationed in Middlesbrough, addressing the challenges of policing in an area with the highest crime rate, leading in fi****ms offenses, and second-highest in knife crime. Episodes will capture intense moments, such as a confrontation with a knife-wielding assailant, an attempted murder involving a teenager, and a drive-by shooting at a residential property.

Air date to be confirmed.

15/11/2023

LICENSING ACT 2003:
APPLICATION TO VARY PREMISES LICENCE

Notice is hereby given that Greene King Brewing and Retailing Limited has applied in respect of the Red Lion Harland Place Stockton on Tees Stockton on Tees TS20 1AL for a variation to the premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003 to allow for:

To change the layout and design of the premises in accordance with the submitted plans.

The changes include conversion of the first floor lounge into trade space with bar servery, conversion of first floor kitchen to WCs, addition of fixed seating to the first floor function room.

To add permission to supply alcohol, recorded music and late night refreshment within the function area only on a Friday and Saturday until 03:00 hours the following morning, with 30 minutes drinking up time thereafter.

To add conditions onto the licence limiting events past 1am to 52 per year and requiring a risk assessment for door supervisors for late events.

Please refer to the application for the full wording of the proposed conditions.

Representations to this application must be made in writing, by the end of 8 December 2023, The Licensing Service, Municipal Buildings, Church Road, Stockton-On- Tees, TS18 1LD. The record of this application may be inspected Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays) at the Licensing Office at the above address between the hours of 9.00am to 4.00pm or on the website.

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with this application. Persons will be liable on summary conviction to an unlimited fine.
TLT Solicitors, One Redcliff Street, Bristol, BS1 6TP

14/11/2023

🎄Christmas Stock now available at Peridot Norton🎄

🎅🏻Tree decorations
🎅🏻 Joma Jewellery
🎅🏻 Scarves, gloves and hats
🎅🏻 Reed diffusers and candles
🎅🏻 Clothes
🎅🏻 Homeware

Visit us at 8 Harland Place, Norton.
Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday - 10am - 4pm

Peridot Shop

11/11/2023

CAR DOORS BEEN TRIED - GLEBE ESTATE

Hello

If possible could you please share this. I have just captured 2 men on my ring doorbell wearing hooded jackets, trying all the car doors in Weaverham Road, on the Glebe estate in Norton.

One is carrying a shopping bag. Just to warn people and ensure their cars are locked.

Thanks!

09/11/2023

Poppy Appeal Norton

A massive thanks to all those that visited the Poppy Appeal table on Norton High Street today.

Our three veterans brave the cold weather and they enjoyed it so much, all 3 will be back tomorrow on the High Street between 10:30 and 14:30. 🫡🫡🫡

09/11/2023

The Pizza Guys

⚠️Closed until further notice ⚠️

Pizza Guys Norton is currently closed for refurbishment.

07/11/2023

Teenagers Arrested in Connection with Norton Burglary

Three teenagers were arrested in connection with a 2 in 1 burglary in Norton, Stockton last week which resulted in a Toyota Yaris being stolen from the property.

The incident occurred during the early hours of Thursday 2nd November.

Two females aged 16 and 15 were arrested on suspicion of burglary and have been released on bail pending further enquiries.

A 19-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of the same offence and has now been recalled to prison.

The stolen vehicle was located damaged, and officers seized it.

06/11/2023

James Arthur Announces Homecoming Show At Riverside

Middlesbrough-born and Brit Billion-certified artist James Arthur has today announced a massive homecoming show at the Riverside Stadium on Saturday 8 June 2024.

This will be James’ biggest headline show to date and will see him joined by special guests McFly and Lauran Hibberd. Tickets go on sale Friday 10 November at 9am here.

The news follows the announcement of his fifth, brand new studio album Bitter Sweet Love - out January 26, 2024, on Columbia Records and a major world tour, in which multiple dates including UK arenas, sold out instantly.

James is one of the world’s biggest streaming artists, with over 38 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.

James has scored 4 top 10 albums, with 2016’s Back From The Edge hitting the Number 1 spot and over his career has collaborated with the likes of Anne-Marie, Sigala, Rudimental, Marshmello & many more.

‘Say You Won't Let Go’ became his breakthrough hit in the US. It was officially the UK's most streamed song in 2016 and has gone on to be enjoyed via 4 billion streams while the song's official video has achieved 1.5 billion views on YouTube. Earlier this year, the track became his first RIAA Diamond Single with 10 million certified units – making James one of just 100 recipients of an RIAA Diamond Single certification in the programme's history.

Other huge hit singles include: ‘Impossible’, ‘Can I Be Him’, ‘Sun Comes Up’, ‘Naked’, ‘Empty Space’, ‘Rewrite The Stars’, ‘Falling Like the Stars’, ‘Train Wreck’ and ‘Lasting Lover’, which are all certified platinum records. The song ‘Cars Outside’ off the new album is currently becoming another global hit for James.

Now James returns to Middlesbrough to celebrate his roots with a very special homecoming show.

James said: “It's truly unbelievable. I don't think that I can put it into words.

"As someone who came to the Riverside as a young lad with a season ticket and walked through the turnstiles, it’s just crazy to think that people are going to be walking through the turnstiles to watch me perform.

"It’s very much like the end of a movie, a full circle moment. It has been bit of a pipe dream of mine to play my team’s ground; I'm really honoured.”

Tickets go on sale Friday 10 November at 9am here

➡️https://tix.to/JAMidd

Hospitality packages are also available, direct from MFC. Please email [email protected] to register your interest.

05/11/2023

DOG FOUND

Anyone missing this jack Russel terrier

05/11/2023

Northern lights currently visible from Billingham

04/11/2023

Billingham Cons Sunday Carvery 🤤🤤

Sunday Carvery at Billingham Constitutional Club Wolviston Road Billingham TS232RU every Sunday.

Now serving Mince and Dumplings

03/11/2023

Did somebody say Cake? Check out Choco-Latte

Good morning you lovely lot!

It’s not raining wheyyyy 🥳

Let’s celebrate by treating ourselves.

Freshly baked scones, toasted tea cakes, hot drinks. Luxury chocolates, traditional sweets artisan ice cream, the choice is yours.

Cakes this week:
Birthday blondie
M&m brownie
Oreo millionaire
Biscoff millionaire
Banoffee pie
Strawberry cheesecake
Vanilla & strawberry cheesecake (GF & vegan)
Salted caramel cake
Raspberry & pistachio cake
Lemon meringue pie
Jammy dodger cookie pie
Bueno stuffed cookies
Cupcakes

Open til 5 ❤️

02/11/2023

We are looking to hire a Part-Time Bar Staff member for weekend and Bank Holidays only at the moment (weekend availability is a big must). National Minimum Wage, with weekly pay + tips.

Due to the sale of alcohol the right candidate will have to be 18+ of age.

Previous experience is preferred but not needed as full training will be given. We are looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing, fun person who is able to work as part of a team but is also able to use their own initiative.

Please send a copy of your CV to [email protected] or drop in a copy of your CV to a member of staff.

02/11/2023

⚠️ TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – LOW GRANGE AVENUE ⚠️

From 9.30am today (Thursday, 2 November) Low Grange Avenue in Billingham will be closed between Edgehill Way and Culloden Way until 5pm on Sunday, 5 November.

The closure will allow for the existing rubber speed cushion to be replaced with a more robust, concrete type.

Signed diversions will be in place, and bus services will be diverted via Neasham Avenue and Tunstall Avenue. Please visit Connect Tees Valley's website for full details.

Stockton Council apologise for any inconvenience and thank residents for their patience.

31/10/2023

SAD POST…

hi could u put a post up cat found deceased on roundabout between here marked on map tabby cat took to bridge veterinary have a pic of markins as if a family pet

31/10/2023

Reports of a small white dog loose around Norton Road/Village spooked by fireworks.

If the owners are in here and have found it, please let us know!

31/10/2023

⚠️ TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE – LOW GRANGE AVENUE ⚠️

Low Grange Avenue in Billingham will be closed between Edgehill Way and Culloden Way from 9.30am on Thursday, 2 November until 5pm on Sunday, 5 November.

The closure will allow for the existing rubber speed cushion to be replaced with a more robust, concrete type.

Signed diversions will be in place, and bus services will be diverted via Neasham Avenue and Tunstall Avenue.

Please visit Connect Tees Valley's website for full details.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank residents for their patience.

31/10/2023

ALERT

Youths firing stones at properties on Albany Road and Keithlands Avenue, particularly properties who have lights out and aren’t participating

Police aware

31/10/2023

Halloween house all set up on Mendip Road in Billingham

31/10/2023

Two Fire Engines at Chesterton Court Accommodation on Norton Road near La Porto

31/10/2023

BREAKING NEWS

XL Bully type dogs to be banned
From 31 December 2023 breeding, selling, advertising, rehoming, abandoning and allowing an XL Bully dog to stray will be illegal.

New laws banning XL Bully type dogs have been laid in Parliament today, as the Government adds the breed to the list of dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act.

The announcement fulfils the Government’s pledge to put in place laws to ban the breed by the end of the year and protect the public following a concerning rise in fatal attacks.

Under the new rules, which come into force at the end of the year, it will be illegal to breed, sell, advertise, exchange, gift, rehome, abandon or allow XL Bully dogs to stray in England and Wales.

From this date, these dogs must be kept on a lead and muzzled in public. Owners of XL Bully dogs are recommended to start training their dog to wear a muzzle and to walk on a lead ahead of the legal restrictions coming into force.

Breeders have also been told to stop mating these types of dogs from now in preparation of it being a criminal offence to sell or rehome these dogs.

From 1 February 2024 , it will then become illegal to own an XL Bully dog if it is not registered on the Index of Exempted Dogs. By staggering these two dates, current owners of this breed will have time to prepare for these new rules.

Owners who wish to keep their dogs will have until the end of January to register them and will be forced to comply with strict requirements. As well as being muzzled and kept on a lead in public, these dogs must also be microchipped and neutered.

Dogs under one year when the ban comes in must be neutered by the end of the year, older dogs must be neutered by the end of June.

From 1 February, owners without a Certificate of Exemption face a criminal record and an unlimited fine if they are found to be in possession of an XL Bully type, and their dog could be seized.

Environment Secretary Thérèse Coffey said:

"We are taking quick and decisive action to protect the public from tragic dog attacks and today I have added the XL Bully type to the list of dogs prohibited under the Dangerous Dogs Act.

"It will soon become a criminal offence to breed, sell, advertise, rehome or abandon an XL Bully type dog, and they must also be kept on a lead and muzzled in public. In due course it will also be illegal to own one of these dogs without an exemption.

"We will continue to work closely with the police, canine and veterinary experts, and animal welfare groups, as we take forward these important measures."

Owners may choose to have their dog put to sleep by a vet, with compensation provided to help with these costs. Further details on how to apply for compensation and the evidence required to make a claim will be provided soon.

As part of the process, the definition of the ‘XL Bully’ breed type has also been published today. This follows meetings of an expert group, convened by the Environment Secretary and made up of police, local authority, vets and other animal welfare experts to help define the breed. The definition provides clear assessment criteria for owners and enforcement authorities and is a requirement under the Dangerous Dogs Act in order to deliver the ban.

Owners can access the most up to date information on what action they need to take and when on this dedicated page, Prepare for the ban on XL Bully dogs - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Owners whose dogs are dangerously out of control are already breaking the law, and the enforcement authorities have a full range of powers to apply penalties to them. Under the Dangerous Dogs Act, people can be put in prison for up to 14 years, be disqualified from ownership or their dangerous dogs can be euthanised.

31/10/2023

Norton Community Children’s Remembrance is CANCELLED

Hi All.

Following cancellations of sports matches at Norton Sports Charity last weekend due to waterlogged pitches, and the prevailing threat of Storm Ciaran later this week, the regrettable decision has been taken to CANCEL the Norton Community Act of Remembrance scheduled for Saturday 4th November at the Norton Cricket ground.

Many apologies for the inconvenience caused to all those preparing to be involved.

Stay safe

30/10/2023

Police units and ambulances at an incident on Norton Road.

30/10/2023

ALERT

ALERT

Three lads on a red quad bike wearing balaclavas driving fast around Norton Grange estate (Stockton) throwing fireworks at people walking and cars driving, please let people know to be careful has been reported to 101 🤦🏼‍♀️

30/10/2023

INBOX

hi. could you post that if anyone gets their houses/cars egged in the Leven Road area tonight you might want to take it up with Tesco in the village.
I was in Lidl and a group of 12 or so lads came in looking to buy 2 dozen eggs but were refused. As I came out I heard them saying they'd go to Tesco but only one of them was to go in so I went into Tesco and warned them what was happening and the gormless tool I spoke to still sold them eggs.
They were last seen heading down Leven Road so if you get egged you know where they got them

30/10/2023

The scheduled opening day for the new B&M Teesside Park Store is
Thursday 23rd November 2023

30/10/2023

INBOX

hi, could you put a post on asking a Paul Witham to pop into bankts20 as something was handed in belonging to him.