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Over a hundred years ago we transformed iron ore from the Cleveland Hills into cities of steel across the globe. Grit, determination and transformation are part of our DNA, qualities passed on from generation to generation.

We’ve built bridges, forged new connections and welcomed strangers. Now we’re pushing boundaries like never before.

Once upon a time we built the world, now we’re shaping our future. These are our stories.

 

We are changing

Mabo is the homegrown Middlesbrough digital marketing firm aiming to be best in the UK

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Mabo is the homegrown Middlesbrough digital marketing firm aiming to be best in the UK

We are Fun

Fun Shack and giant inflatable theme park InflateSpace coming to Middlesbrough

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Fun Shack and giant inflatable theme park InflateSpace coming to Middlesbrough

We are heritage

‘Right on the cusp of something special’: The rebirth of Middlesbrough’s heritage

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‘Right on the cusp of something special’: The rebirth of Middlesbrough’s heritage

We are rediscovering

A fascinating new view of the ‘lost town’ at the heart of Middlesbrough

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A fascinating new view of the ‘lost town’ at the heart of Middlesbrough

We are Arctic Monkeys

Planning Arctic Monkeys: Inside story on buzz, nerves and Riverside gig transformation

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Planning Arctic Monkeys: Inside story on buzz, nerves and Riverside gig transformation

We are the champ

George Hardwick: The champ is here… in an unassuming Linthorpe gym

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George Hardwick: The champ is here… in an unassuming Linthorpe gym

We are talented

Respect, pride and the beautiful game: How football academy is changing young lives

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Respect, pride and the beautiful game: How football academy is changing young lives

We are history

After 10 solitary years building lost Middlesbrough, Steve Waller’s masterpiece finally goes public

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After 10 solitary years building lost Middlesbrough, Steve Waller’s masterpiece finally goes public

We are #MyBoroMyShirt

My Boro My Shirt celebrates the unifying force of the Boro

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My Boro My Shirt celebrates the unifying force of the Boro

We are role models

The first woman at Boro’s top table

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The first woman at Boro’s top table

We are understanding

Bobby Latheron says: ‘I want to talk to you about autism’

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Bobby Latheron says: ‘I want to talk to you about autism’

We are women

Women’s Street Watch Boro: Keeping women safe, one night out at a time

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Women’s Street Watch Boro: Keeping women safe, one night out at a time

We are collaborative

Pineapple Black: Collaboration not competition at the gallery that’s accessible to everyone

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Pineapple Black: Collaboration not competition at the gallery that’s accessible to everyone

We are smashing stereotypes

The girls smashing stereotypes and changing the world

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The girls smashing stereotypes and changing the world

We are bold

The Auxiliary: The making of a Middlesbrough masterpiece

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The Auxiliary: The making of a Middlesbrough masterpiece

We are green

Meet Matthew, the teenager who spends his free time picking up litter

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Meet Matthew, the teenager who spends his free time picking up litter

We are learning

Newport is more than a school – it’s a welcoming monument to hope in a community like no other

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Newport is more than a school – it’s a welcoming monument to hope in a community like no other

We are unbelievable

Chris Kamara on his Park End roots, and why Middlesbrough is ‘unbelievable’

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Chris Kamara on his Park End roots, and why Middlesbrough is ‘unbelievable’

We are sound

Being sound: Going inside Middlesbrough’s first vinyl record plant

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Being sound: Going inside Middlesbrough’s first vinyl record plant

We are artistic

From its iconic base The Masham, Navigator North is connecting Middlesbrough people with art

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From its iconic base The Masham, Navigator North is connecting Middlesbrough people with art

We are blowing off the cobwebs

Blow away the cobwebs with these hidden gem walks

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Blow away the cobwebs with these hidden gem walks

We are everywhere

‘Everywhere we go…’: Meet the loyal fans exporting Middlesbrough across the pond

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‘Everywhere we go…’: Meet the loyal fans exporting Middlesbrough across the pond

We are gutsy

Inspired by gutsy girls, Amy’s food is about family, smiles and clean plates

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Inspired by gutsy girls, Amy’s food is about family, smiles and clean plates

We are digital

‘I think people would be shocked at what we’ve got here’: Inside the thriving Boho zone

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‘I think people would be shocked at what we’ve got here’: Inside the thriving Boho zone

We are festivals

Twisterella: How Middlesbrough’s award-winning music festival came to be

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Twisterella: How Middlesbrough’s award-winning music festival came to be

We are together

‘We do what we do to help build a better Middlesbrough’

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‘We do what we do to help build a better Middlesbrough’

We are empowering

No taboos, just empowerment: How Shazia ‘used her culture’ to change lives

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No taboos, just empowerment: How Shazia ‘used her culture’ to change lives

We are international

Imran’s store is international – but remains at the heart of his community

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Imran’s store is international – but remains at the heart of his community

We are Orange Pip

Nanas dancing, selfies and a ‘good laugh’: Behind the scenes at Orange Pip

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Nanas dancing, selfies and a ‘good laugh’: Behind the scenes at Orange Pip

We are passionate

For Michelle and Tom, transforming our town centre isn’t a job – it’s a privilege

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For Michelle and Tom, transforming our town centre isn’t a job – it’s a privilege

We are proud

The former Green Howard who’s exported Middlesbrough’s culture all over the world

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The former Green Howard who’s exported Middlesbrough’s culture all over the world

We are tradition

Inside the town-centre institution that’s fitted generations of families

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Inside the town-centre institution that’s fitted generations of families

We are inspirational

With positivity and a smile, Ricky is a role model to the youngsters who need him

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With positivity and a smile, Ricky is a role model to the youngsters who need him

We are resilient

‘It’s my home. I don’t care what people say about the town, it’s an amazing place.’

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‘It’s my home. I don’t care what people say about the town, it’s an amazing place.’

We are creative

‘We wouldn’t want to be doing this anywhere else, there’s no place like home’

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‘We wouldn’t want to be doing this anywhere else, there’s no place like home’

We are hope

The green oasis spreading human kindness, community spirit and hope in Grove Hill

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The green oasis spreading human kindness, community spirit and hope in Grove Hill

We are community

‘The football family where everyone looks out for each other’

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‘The football family where everyone looks out for each other’

We are the future

‘The same ethos my family gave me about looking after each other is what we have here’

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‘The same ethos my family gave me about looking after each other is what we have here’

We are ambitious

‘One of Middlesbrough’s global success stories is built on strong family foundations’

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‘One of Middlesbrough’s global success stories is built on strong family foundations’

We are world class

‘The Middlesbrough digital powerhouse building websites for the world’s biggest brands’

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‘The Middlesbrough digital powerhouse building websites for the world’s biggest brands’

We are music

‘We feel like ambassadors for the town – people like what we do because they keep coming back’

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‘We feel like ambassadors for the town – people like what we do because they keep coming back’

We are home

‘I feel welcomed. My neighbours are very happy and I like our community’

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‘I feel welcomed. My neighbours are very happy and I like our community’

We are caring

‘Middlesbrough is a powerful place full of compassion – that’s our town’

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‘Middlesbrough is a powerful place full of compassion – that’s our town’

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