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• Three horse race to represent Alnwick ward (01 September 2010)

Three candidates have put their names forward to stand for election to represent the Alnwick Caste Ward on Alnwick Town Council.


• Warning as dangerous toy guns found on sale in Northumberland (01 September 2010)

Toy guns that replicate a firearm, but have a powerful laser that has been banned in this country, are known to have been sold recently in Northumberland.


• Garden centre branches out as new coffee shop opens (31 August 2010)

Earsdon-based garden centre Hawthorn Nurseries has opened a newly built coffee shop this week after securing a five-figure loan from Lloyds TSB Commercial and over £42,000 funding through the Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE).


• Death of Cllr Mel Armstrong (31 August 2010)

Colleagues have praised a well respected local councillor who passed away suddenly over the Bank Holiday weekend. The long-serving Cllr Mel Armstrong died unexpectedly on 30 August 2010.


• Last call for Queen's Award nominations (31 August 2010)

The Lord-Lieutenant of Northumberland, The Duchess of Northumberland, today called on residents of the county to nominate outstanding local voluntary groups for next year’s The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.


• Just the tonic for heritage days out (27 August 2010)

A visit to the unique Dilston Physic Garden in Northumberland, might be just the tonic for herbal enthusiasts, as it is due to open its ‘gates’ free of charge on Sunday 12 September for Heritage Open Days 2010.


• Northumberland businesses have their say (27 August 2010)

Nearly 100 business representatives and economic champions from the county council and the Northumberland Strategic Partnership met at County Hall in Morpeth this week to discuss the next steps in developing a proposal for a Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) to represent Northumberland.


• Benefit cheat prosecuted (25 August 2010)

Northumberland County Council’s anti-fraud team has been successful in securing the prosecution of a Haltwhistle man who fraudulently claimed benefit by failing to tell the authorities of his change in circumstances.


• Going digital, going local, at Northumberland libraries (24 August 2010)

A project that will help to put libraries at the heart of community life in Northumberland and County Durham has been given the go-ahead.


• Loft insulation scam warning (24 August 2010)

Northumberland Trading Standards are warning residents to be vigilant against a scam which is known to be operating in Northumberland.


• Steering group looks at options for Ashington (23 August 2010)

A steering group has been established to look at the future options around sports and leisure facilities in Ashington.


• Live in Northumberland? How clean are your streets? (23 August 2010)

Keeping the streets of the county clean and tidy, and reducing litter and environmental crime, are top priorities for Northumberland County Council.


• Bin collection changes for August Bank Holiday (20 August 2010)

Northumberland County Council is reminding residents of bin collection changes due to the bank holiday in August.


• Good A Level results for Northumberland (19 August 2010)

Results are looking good, once again, for Northumberland schools as students eagerly tear open their A Level envelopes.


• Don't get caught out - make sure you're on the electoral register (18 August 2010)

Residents in Northumberland are being urged to safeguard their vote at election time by sparing just a few minutes of their time to get their name registered on the electoral roll.


• Information Wins Technology (17 August 2010)

Three lucky Year 11 students are presented with their prize of an Ipod in County Council’s prize draw


• Northumberland Lights Achievers (17 August 2010)

Throughout the summer and until 30th September young people throughout Northumberland can be nominated for recognition of their achievement, skills or talents in a new scheme.


• Ponteland market broadens its appeal (17 August 2010)

The recently re-located Ponteland Farmers Market is now branching out to provide for a wider range of stalls – to improve its sustainability as well as its interest for shoppers.


• Council recruiting new people’s panel (17 August 2010)

Northumberland County Council is looking to recruit more than 1,000 people to provide feedback about decisions that affect local residents and consult on services across the county.


• Checking out our lines and signs in West Northumberland (16 August 2010)

The County Council is using the latest technology to ensure that road lines and signs in Northumberland are correct and in good condition.


• Foster family package extended (12 August 2010)

Northumberland County Council wants to hear from anyone with a spare bedroom who is looking to take an active role in their community


• HMRC issues phone call scam warning (12 August 2010)

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is warning taxpayers to be vigilant following reports that thieves are making phone calls pretending to be the taxman.


• Accomplished author gives talk at Libraries (12 August 2010)

Library users in Morpeth and Cramlington can expect a treat shortly when military historian John Sadler gives two talks on Bronze Age Northumberland and the making of swords.


• Counterfeit cigarettes seized in Northumberland (11 August 2010)

This summer has seen Northumberland Trading Standards Service involved in the seizure and investigation of tobacco products which have been found to be counterfeit.


• New forum seeks community input (11 August 2010)

The search is on for the leaders of a new forum that will play an influential role in shaping the future of a number of communities in part of Northumberland’s coastal area


• Curry with the X Factor! (11 August 2010)

Owners of Indian restaurants and takeaways in Northumberland are being reminded that the closing date to take part in a free Curry Chef competition organised by the County Council’s Public Protection Department is fast approaching.


• Calling all chess enthusiasts! (11 August 2010)

An exciting new chess club is about to be launched at Seaton Valley Community Library.


• Local organisations urged to go for the gain (10 August 2010)

Come together and discuss how we can do things differently – that is the message from Berwick Community Trust as they organise a special workshop to take place next month.


• Success for school staff as they get ELSA accreditation (10 August 2010)

A special accreditation ceremony held on 12 July saw 30 school staff from Northumberland schools successfully obtained their NVQ level two Open College Network accreditation training to become Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSA).


• Getting Ashington children ‘Match Fit’ with healthy lifestyle coaching and inspiration from their football heroes (10 August 2010)

Ashington children are benefiting from an innovative programme designed by Newcastle United to promote healthy, active lifestyles.


• Northumberland County Council seek to secure future of Wark Tyne Bridge for community (09 August 2010)

Wark Tyne Bridge, built in 1878 has since 1979 had a weight restriction for vehicles of 5 tons imposed upon it. The bridge has suffered considerable deterioration due to corrosion of many of the structural elements and in 2007 a further weight restriction had to be imposed of 3 tonnes.


• Views sought on North Northumberland housing (09 August 2010)

Residents in the Alnwick area are being asked to help complete the picture of housing needs in this part of the county by coming forward with their views.


• Changes to how council houses are financed (09 August 2010)

Northumberland County Council is seeking the views of council tenants on the best option for funding council houses in the future.


• New Book receives write Royal credit (06 August 2010)

The proud authors of a new book launched in June ‘Slow as Penguins, Fast as Cheetahs’ have received a royal approval.


• Unannounced inspection gives Council the thumbs up (06 August 2010)

An annual unannounced inspection undertaken by Ofsted inspectors carried out on the council’s children services at the end of June revealed that the children were being well protected.


• Getting Ashington children ‘Match Fit’ with healthy lifestyle coaching (06 August 2010)

Ashington children are benefiting from an innovative programme designed by Newcastle United to promote healthy, active lifestyles


• Blyth festival will be full of energy (05 August 2010) ( Archived )

The coastline overlooking Europe’s first off-shore wind turbines is the venue for an exciting new event celebrating renewable energy.


• Businesses invited to Council meeting (05 August 2010)

100 business leaders in Northumberland are being urged to attend a special meeting with the Chief Executive of Northumberland County Council to discuss the development of a Local Enterprise Partnership for the county.


• Fire service receive keys to new HQ (05 August 2010)

Officers from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service took charge of their new headquarters and community fire station yesterday (Tuesday 3 August).


• Safety Made Fun (04 August 2010)

Children from the age of five years and their families are invited to have fun on Thursday 5 August at a Safer Community Day



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