Hazlerigg3 Feb 2026Ongoing floods leave parts of reserve impassable Save Newcastle Wildlife says work on a nearby housing development is contributing to the issue.3 Feb 202620 Jan 2026New homes planned next to existing housing estateThe plans for 140 new homes draw objections over wildlife impact and transport links.20 Jan 202613 Sep 2025Rare butterfly spotted for first time since 1850The Silver-washed Fritillary has been growing in numbers in County Durham and Teesside.13 Sep 202517 Jan 2025Claims city nature reserve has been 'abandoned'Critics say there is no maintenance of Havannah Nature Reserve, with fences and signs left broken.17 Jan 202510 Nov 2024Tank veteran, 102, 'proud' of her war effortChristina Hartnell's family says it is important to remember the service of women in wartime.10 Nov 202423 Oct 2022'My kill-or-cure cancer made me want to write crime'Mike Craven worked in the Army and probation service before writing crime after overcoming cancer.23 Oct 2022