Councillor John Riddle by one of the felled trees in Ridley Park Blyth

Tree works in Blyth's Ridley Park

30 Jul 2025

Important safety work is taking place in Ridley Park, Blyth this week. 

Councillors and partners outside the new Market Pavilion in Blyth

Construction complete on flagship venue in Blyth town centre

30 Jul 2025

The much-anticipated Market Pavilion in Blyth’s town centre is now officially complete - marking a major milestone in the town’s renewal. 

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Landlords and agents invited to free industry update event  

30 Jul 2025

Landlords and agents from around the county and beyond are being invited to attend a free development event which will provide invaluable updates on new housing legislation and industry issues. 

Dog walking at Hadrian's Wall

Dog owners urged to take the lead in keeping their pets safe

29 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council is urging dog owners to keep their pets under control while enjoying the countryside this summer. 

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‘Super spud’ recommends a safe summer in latest campaign against anti-social behaviour

28 Jul 2025

A new campaign is encouraging the county’s children and teens to have a safe, sociable summer.

Councillors and staff at the new Hexham to Corbridge active travel corridor

Tynedale travel corridor work gets underway

28 Jul 2025

Construction work is underway to create a new walking and cycling route in Tynedale.  

A little boy exploring Druridge Bay Country Park- image taken from the back, with lake in the background

‘Ready, Set, Explore’ returns

25 Jul 2025

This Love Parks Week (25 July to 3 August), Northumberland County Council is encouraging people of all ages to reconnect with nature and enjoy the wealth of outdoor spaces the county has to offer through its Ready, Set, Explore campaign.

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Site call-out as preparations for new Local Plan get underway

25 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council is starting its preparations for a new Local Plan for the county - and inviting landowners and others with an interest in land to suggest possible sites for a range of future development uses for consideration.   

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Prepare for the digital switchover 

23 Jul 2025

​Northumberland County Council is urging residents to take simple but important steps to prepare for the move to digital landlines.

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Ashington town centre improvements continue

23 Jul 2025

The Council’s £36m transformation of Ashington town centre continues to gather pace. 

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First phase of £50m Berwick schools masterplan takes shape

22 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council’s £50m transformation of education in Berwick is on track to celebrate its first major milestone. 

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Work starting on exciting community PlayZone for Hexham 

21 Jul 2025

Work is starting this week (21 July) to build a new Playzone in Hexham which will be used for a range of sport and physical activities for both adults and children. 

Pupils leaving Whytrigg Middle School for the last time

End of term marks new chapter for pupils of new Seaton Valley super schools

18 Jul 2025

Staff and pupils at Astley Community High School and Whytrig Middle School walked out of their school gates for the final time today as they look forward to the opening of their new “super-schools” in September.  

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Council welcomes selection for new Government programme

18 Jul 2025

The County Council is to share its expertise after being chosen as one of the areas to benefit from the Government’s “innovation squads” as part of a £100 million ‘Test, Learn and Grow’ reform programme. 

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Hexham House Unveils Intimate New Wedding Ceremony Room

18 Jul 2025

Couples looking for a charming and affordable wedding venue are invited to a special open afternoon at Hexham House on Thursday 31 July 2025, from 2pm to 6pm, to preview a brand-new ceremony room designed for smaller, more intimate weddings.​

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Council launches annual canvass to update electoral register

17 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council is encouraging residents to ensure they are on the electoral register, as the council kicks off its annual canvass.

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Blyth Celebrates: Final line-up announced

17 Jul 2025

Blyth Celebrates is delighted to announce 38 new creative projects and activities taking place across the town from August 2025 to March 2026.

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Awards celebrate the county's green heroes

17 Jul 2025

The very best in community and voluntary environmental work across the county has been celebrated at this year’s LOVE Northumberland awards ceremony.  

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Trading standards warn of unsafe counterfeit Labubu toys 

16 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council Trading Standards officers are warning both consumers, and businesses after counterfeit versions of the collectible Labubu dolls, posing a safety risk to children, are being found on sale in shops across the county. 

Tyne Riverside Country Park Cafe - Scenery with people sitting outside

Fourteen of the Best: Northumberland’s Parks Win National Green Flag Awards

15 Jul 2025

Northumberland is celebrating a record-breaking achievement with 14 of its parks being awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award – the highest number the county has ever received.

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New Deputy Lieutenants appointed for Northumberland 

14 Jul 2025

Five new Deputy Lieutenants have been appointed for Northumberland. 

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HWRC sites offering assistance to residents to drive recycling rates 

14 Jul 2025

​Northumberland County Council, along with Waste Contractors Suez, are beginning a new countywide initiative to help protect our environment by driving up recycling rates and preventing waste to landfill. 

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Berwick Academy design options go on show for first time

10 Jul 2025

Detailed design options for the multi-million-pound investment into Berwick Academy have gone on display for the first time.  

The market square in Alnwick

Multi-million pound Alnwick town centre investment backed

09 Jul 2025

Over £270,000 in funding has been approved to kick start a multi-million pound investment package to regenerate Alnwick town centre.   

The market place in Bedlington

Bedlington town centre improvements hit another milestone

09 Jul 2025

Bedlington’s town centre regeneration has reached a major milestone with the completion of the Market Place project.