
Sex assault on Billingham to Hartlepool train sparks probe as police release image of man
British Transport Police officers has released an image of a man who could help its investigation into the incident on the Billingham to Hartlepool line
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British Transport Police officers has released an image of a man who could help its investigation into the incident on the Billingham to Hartlepool line
Police have released a CCTV picture of a man they want to speak to after a woman was sexually assaulted on a train to Hartlepool.

Officers want to speak to anyone in John Whitehead Park, Billingham, who may have seen a man 'engaging' with teens near the playground
Billingham writer and Radio Stitch volunteer Linda Dooks has received an International Impact Book Award for her debut novel,
Nine-year-old Albie Rice from Billingham is taking on a 100km running challenge in four weeks to raise money for children in hospital.

This will be Albie's fourth challenge to raise money for charity
A sex offender has been jailed after illegally having contact with children.

Temporary traffic lights will be in place just north of Billingham Beck Bridge from 9.30am
A Billingham butcher who used his grandmother’s address for his imported cannabis to be delivered to has walked free from court despite making £50,000.

Alan Falconer has been jailed for three years and six months for six breaches of a sexual harm prevention order

Daniel Harrison, of Billingham, admitted possession with intent to supply cannabis after two drugs raids
Forum Theatre Billingham has unveiled a star-studded cast for its 2026 pantomime Sleeping Beauty, featuring Michael Marouli and Max Fox.

The bike and another vehicle collided on Marsh House Avenue un Billingham on Saturday evening

Dunlop murdered 22-year-old Billingham mum Julie Hogg in 1989 and hid her body behind a bath panel in her own home

Great news for young musicians in Billingham! Thanks to a generous donation, pupils at a local school will now have their very own ukuleles to practice on, meaning they won't have to share instruments anymore. This is fantastic for their musical journey right here in our community!
Great news for music lovers in Billingham! Our local primary school children are getting a fantastic boost thanks to a generous donation of 40 ukuleles. It sounds like budding musicians across Billingham will soon be strumming away!
Great news for Billingham! Our very own Ann Ming, a truly inspirational local mum, has been recognised with a BAFTA nomination for her incredible story. It's fantastic to see her strength and resilience celebrated on such a big stage.
Well, Billingham Town FC might not have got the win this time, but one of their players made quite the impression in a recent match! It sounds like it was a historic day for Max Anderson of Alnwick Town, who certainly gave our lads a run for their money.
Well hello Billingham! It seems our trusty canvas bags are getting a bit of a glow-up. This latest news means something special for our local shoppers and a fantastic little boost for our community spirit!
Great news for film buffs in Billingham! The Forum hosted a fantastic screening of 'The Shawshank Redemption', and our local reviewers at Theatre and Tonic have shared their thoughts. It sounds like it was a truly memorable night at our very own Forum!