South Tyneside Council2 days agoOwner drops HMO plans after public responseThe property owner says the plans have been dropped following talks with local residents.2 days ago5 days agoHMO given green light despite objectionsSouth Tyneside Council say the plans will not lead to increased crime, despite residents' concerns.5 days ago29 May 2026Tonnes of litter picked off beach after weekendSouth Tyneside Streetscene workers remove five tonnes of litter from beaches after the bank holiday.29 May 202628 May 2026HMO plan turned down after 500-strong petitionSouth Tyneside Council says the HMO would have a negative impact on the character of the area.28 May 202621 May 2026First-class rail travel for councillors bannedLabour councillor Geraldine Kilgour says the ban is "absolutely critical". 21 May 202613 May 2026Reform selects South Tyneside group leaderThe Whiteleas councillor says he wants to tackle debt across the borough.13 May 20269 May 2026Labour's 'worst fears realised' in the North EastReform's focus on Starmer "paid off in spades", the BBC's North East political editor says.9 May 20268 May 2026Reform takes control of South Tyneside CouncilReform UK now have 41 councillors in South Tyneside while Labour have been left with just one.8 May 20267 May 2026Bridge to remain closed as council seeks fundingHeugh Street Bridge in South Shields stays shut to traffic because it is in a "poor" condition.7 May 2026...