John Rogan

Middlesbrough

Audience Engagement Editor at Teesside Live

Content Developer for Gazettelive, the website of the Evening Gazette newspaper based in Middlesbrough. All views are my own.

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Police probe 'petrol bomb' attack as brick and ignited flammable liquid thrown through house window

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |John Rogan

Police are probing a suspected "petrol bomb" attack at a house in Stockton. Cleveland Police says that an attempt was made to set a car alight, then a brick and ignited flammable liquid were thrown through the window of a house. The incident happened at a property on Dover Road in Ragworth Stockton at around 1.45am, Sunday, April 27. The occupants managed to put out the fire on the car quickly. The front window to the house was smashed and there was some scorch damage to the window frame.
Stretch of A66 closed as emergency services attend collision

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |John Rogan

A stretch of the A66 has been closed following a collision. Cleveland Police issued a statement saying that the road is closed at the junction of Church Lane in Grangetown. Motorists have been asked to avoid the area and seek an alternative route.
TikToker finds Benidorm bar offering pints for 'cheaper than water'

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |Katie-Ann Gupwell |John Rogan

Harry Tokky, on a mission to find the most cost-effective watering holes in Benidorm, has potentially struck gold, uncovering a pint for the stunning price of around 85p. At Uncle Ron's, where patrons constantly seek out the best deals, the €1 beer has become a hot topic among holiday-makers. Harry was taken aback by the "absolute bargain" he encountered there.
Police officers thanked for helping vulnerable woman who entered sea in Redcar

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |John Rogan

Police officers have been thanked for helping a vulnerable woman who had entered the sea in Redcar. Redcar’s response officers have been praised for their calm professionalism while dealing with the young woman who had gone into the sea off Redcar Esplanade late on Tuesday evening, April 22. A third party had raised concerns for the woman. Sgt Wilkinson, along with PCs Gray and Sell, went to the scene shortly after midnight and discovered the woman was in the sea - as the caller had feared.
Man and two teenage boys arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after man hit by car

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |John Rogan

A man and two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder two weeks on from an incident in Billingham. The arrests were made in connection with an incident on Friday, April 11. Emergency services were called shortly before 4.45pm to Station Road, near the junction with Allendale Road, with Cleveland Police saying officers were initially called to reports of a disturbance.
Police appeal after group fled scene when Honda driven through garden fence in Stockton

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |John Rogan

Police are investigating an incident after a car was driven through a garden fence to a property in Stockton The incident happened shortly before 11.30pm, Friday April 25. A silver Honda ended up facing towards the street after smashing through the fence on the corner of Keverstone Close and Kimblesworth Walk in Hardwick. People living nearby told how they heard emergency service sirens just before midnight. A police cordon was set up, with several officers guarding the scene.
NATIONAL NEWS: Major police incident along Otley Run as three people hurt 'by man with weapons'

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |Faye Preston |John Rogan

Three individuals have been injured following an incident involving a man armed with weapons along the Otley Run. West Yorkshire Police are currently attending to the "ongoing serious incident" on Otley Road, Leeds, having been alerted at 2.47pm on Saturday about a man spotted with multiple weapons. Upon arrival of armed police officers, it was discovered that three people had sustained injuries in the attack. A suspect was promptly located and apprehended by the police.
Aldi, Asda and Morrisons issue urgent food recalls over health fears

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |James Rodger |John Rogan

Morrisons, Asda, and Aldi have released urgent notifications, with millions of customers being alerted. Morrisons has put out an immediate product recall via the Food Standards Agency (FSA) website for a brand of sausages. Without needing a receipt, Morrisons is offering refunds to shoppers, while Asda and Aldi have also published warnings through the FSA this week. Shoppers are being instructed to take back any affected items to stores following the alerts.
Brilliant nostalgic pictures of memorable Teesside cafes over the years

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |John Rogan

Whether it's for a quick cuppa or a Saturday morning fry-up - and everything in between - everybody loves a cafe. And most of these Teesside eateries have played a big part in the lives of locals over the years. Some enter into Teesside folklore, whether it be Lanny's ice cream shop in Grangetown, the Stray cafe in Redcar or the Porthole Cafe in Middlesbrough. Others don't fare quite so well.
What's it like to live in the North Yorkshire seaside town that Teessiders love

2 weeks ago | gazettelive.co.uk | John Rogan-GAZ |Samantha Teasdale |John Rogan

Whether you're a day tripper or a weekend visitor, Whitby might seem idyllic with its rich history, vibrant culture, sandy beach, and delicious fish and chips - not to mention its fame as the setting for Bram Stoker's 'Dracula'. But what's it really like to live here? From an unending tourist season to issues with seagulls and litter, coupled with weekly events, we asked locals to share their thoughts on their hometown, warts and all. And who better to ask than the local postman?