South Shields2 days agoDamaged containers cleaned of nurdles, port saysThe Port of Tyne says the containers which spilled nurdles into the sea have been vacuumed.2 days ago3 days ago'Time of the essence' in plastic nurdle clean-upMayor Kim McGuinness says she wants those firms responsible for the spill to foot the clean-up bill.3 days ago5 days agoWhat is a nurdle and why do they matter?As a major clean-up operation is under way, experts discuss the potential long-term impacts.5 days ago6 days agoPlastic pellets washed up on beaches spark protestThere are concerns about the risk to wildlife after the beads entered the water in South Shields.6 days ago6 days agoNo Metro fare fee cuts after PM bus cap pledgeMetro fares will be more expensive than single bus tickets from January after the PM's £2 pledge. 6 days ago7 days agoMayor hits out at port's response to pellets spillThe North Tyneside mayor is seeking answers as the nurdles continue to wash up across the North East.7 days ago8 days agoPavement parking 'shrinks' disabled people's worldDisabled residents across the region say parking across pavements is forcing them into the road.8 days ago21 Jul 2026Pellets wash up on beach after crane collapseSouth Tyneside Council urges the public to avoid touching the pellets and keep dogs on leads.21 Jul 202619 Jul 2026Man injured in dockside crane 'collapse'Emergency services attend the Port of Tyne after a crane "collided" with a container ship, police say.19 Jul 2026...
