Voters in the Zetland ward of Redcar are casting their ballots today in a crucial by-election.    Polling stations opened at 7am and will remain open until 10pm, allowing residents to have enough time to cast their votes.   Image Credit: Melissa Wade The election was triggered following a resignation from Redcar and Cleveland Council last year.   Five candidates are on the ballot paper – Alison Barnes (Liberal Democrat); Mitchell Ryne (Labour); Igraine Gray (Conservatives); B

A baby seal was spotted taking a well-deserved rest on Redcar beach this morning.   Image Credit: Melissa Wade The unexpected visitor, believed to be only a few weeks old, quickly become the star of the show, attracting a crowd of delighted onlookers.   Local residents were thrilled by the rare sighting.   The pup seemed unfazed by the attention, occasionally glancing up at its admirers with curious eyes.   Image Credit: Melissa Wade A mammal medic was quick on the scene to e

The recent attack of Storm Chandra has not only reshaped the coastline but also revealed a piece of history on Redcar beach.   A section of a shipwreck, believed to be from the 1800s, was discovered partially buried in the sand after the storm’s high tides and strong winds subsided.   Image Credit: Melissa Wade It shows remains of an old wooden shipwreck resting on a tidal flat.    The structure is heavily decayed, with algae coating the exposed timbers — a sign that it has b

Nestled along the North Yorkshire coast, Redcar is more than just its famous beach.    While the iconic views and lively arcades draw crowds, a quieter, more intimate of Redcar awaits those who venture a little further.   We uncover five of Redcar’s best-kept secrets, inviting locals and tourists alike to delve deeper into the charm and character of this town and offer a fresh perspective on what Redcar really has to offer.   Locke Park  Image Credit: Melissa Wade Located on

Redcar’s Lord Street residents are battling an ongoing issue with fly-tipping in their back alleys.   These narrow passages, originally designed in the Victorian era for waste and service access, were once vital for the smooth functioning of urban life.   However, they have become magnets for waste dumping, much to the dismay of those living nearby.   Image Credit: Melissa Wade One resident expresses their increasing frustration as discarded furniture and household waste cont

A decade has passed since the devasting closure of the SSI Steelworks in Redcar, as gates closed for the final time following the liquidation of SSI, then-owner of the steelworks site.  On October 12 th , 2015, the lights went out on the iconic blast furnace, as it was extinguished leading to countless of repercussions.    The Teesside Steelworks formed a continuous stretch along the south bank of the River Tees from the towns of Middlesbrough to Redcar.   At its height there