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Armed police responded after reports of the sound of gunshots in Guisborough yesterday afternoon;

Cleveland Fire Brigade are encouraging all students to have a think about their fire safety as part of their Fire Kills Campaign;

...and Teesside's most iconic landmark will open up for night time tours as part of this year’s Discover Middlesbrough Festival.

Armed police responded after reports of the sound of gunshots in Guisborough yesterday afternoon.

Cleveland Police received a call at 4.55pm yesterday to report loud noises near to Enfield Chase.

Following the reports, an armed response unit was sent to the area, however officers were unable to locate anyone with any firearms at the scene and police left the area a short time later.

There are also unconfirmed reports on social media which said the police helicopter also attended the incident.

Cleveland Fire Brigade are encouraging all students to have a think about their fire safety as part of their Fire Kills Campaign.

With new students settling in to their new accomodation, fire officers are encouraging them to take a few moments to think about what they can do to reduce any fire risks.

Tips from the brigade include not leaving cooking unattended and take extra care when frying with oil, keeping candles away from flammable surfaces, not overloading plug sockets, and being familiar with escape routes.

Fire brigade advice is that every university or college has a person responsible for fire safety, and you should speak to them if you spot a fire risk or have any concerns about safety.

Teesside's most iconic landmark will open up for night time tours as part of this year’s Discover Middlesbrough Festival.

The tours, which take place this Friday between 6 and 10pm, will take visitors to the top of the Bridge’s 160ft high walkway via the recently installed glass lift to provide a unique experience of Teesside at night. 

As well as trips to the top of the Bridge, visitors will also be able to watch archival footage and learn more about Teesside’s industrial history and bridge building heritage in the newly renovated Visitor Centre, and explore the mechanisms of the Bridge in the Winding House Viewing Area.

Exclusive Transporter Bridge merchandise will also be on sale.

Bookings can be made by contacting the Box Office on 01642 815181.