The Newcastle Herald is providing live coverage of breaking news across the Hunter Region, including an urgent appeal for public assistance to locate a missing teenager.
Community Alert: Missing Maryland Teenager
Authorities and the community are mobilising to find a teenager from Maryland who has been reported missing. The Newcastle Herald's live blog is providing ongoing updates on the search effort for Cooper. The initial alert was published on January 10, 2026, at 9:15am, with a subsequent update at 9:27am.
Readers are being asked to come forward with any information that could help locate the young person. This incident is a primary focus of the Herald's rolling coverage, which aims to keep the public informed in real-time.
Other Top Stories in the Hunter Today
Alongside the search for the missing teen, several other significant stories are developing across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie. In a disturbing report, a woman from Lake Macquarie has revealed how scammers allegedly stole $14,800 from her in a shopping centre car park. This serves as a stark warning to residents about evolving fraud tactics.
In housing news, apartment living is driving an uptick in housing approvals across the Hunter Region, signalling a shift in local development trends. Meanwhile, residents in several Newcastle suburbs endured a lengthy blackout, with authorities blaming copper theft for the hours-long power outage.
How to Stay Informed and Get Involved
The Newcastle Herald's live blog is free for all readers to access, though some linked articles may require a subscription. The news team actively encourages community input. Residents can submit news tips, diary dates, photos, or videos by emailing news@newcastleherald.com.au.
For those wishing to voice their opinions on today's stories, the editor welcomes letters sent to letters@newcastleherald.com.au. Readers can also join the discussion in the comment section below each article.
The Herald offers a suite of newsletters to keep subscribers updated, including daily morning and evening briefs, specialised sports coverage for the Newcastle Knights, and insights on property and travel. Breaking news alerts ensure readers are the first to know when major incidents occur.
