FosteringFoster care fortnight

On average four children a week come into the care of Stockton Council. As we enter foster care fortnight we're looking for more foster carers to help provide the stability and support children need to secure a better future. Why not come along to our information events in Stockton and Thornaby to find out more?

Girls playing clarinetsMusic bid hits the right notes

The Arts Council has announced that the Tees Valley Music Service bid to secure funding to lead a Music Education Hub has been successful.

The Tees Valley will receive more than £3 million over the next three years to ensure all young people have the opportunity to participate in musical activities in schools and colleges.

Find out more about the Tees Valley Music Service.

Olympic TorchOlympic countdown

The Olympic flame passes through Stockton and Billingham on Sunday, 17 June - marking the final countdow to the greatest sporting event the country will host in our lifetime.

Find out more about the Olympic Torch Relay including a map of the Torch Relay route.