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Don’t miss out on Northumberland’s energy efficiency grants

29 Jun 2023

Residents who applied to the Council’s Warmer Homes scheme in May this year are being asked to re-apply to avoid missing out.

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Last chance to hear about pioneering artist and 'secret scientist'

29 Jun 2023

Local historians and those interested in the work of pioneering feminist and secret scientist Lady Emma Tankerville have one last chance to see some of her drawings and hear from expert June Watson.

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Council warns of wildfires as visitor season and weather heats up

29 Jun 2023

Northumberland County Council is warning residents and visitors of the risk of wildfires this summer as the weather heats up.  

People forming a heart shape at The Alnwick Garden

Community work honoured in LOVE Northumberland awards

28 Jun 2023

The Duchess of Northumberland has helped to celebrate the very best in community and voluntary environmental work across the county at this year’s LOVE Northumberland awards ceremony. 

Employability Day

Events showcase opportunities for jobseekers on UK Employability Day  

28 Jun 2023

 Jobseekers and those looking to advance their careers in Northumberland are invited to join in with events taking place to mark UK Employability Day on Friday 30 June.

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Public urged to follow rules as Avian flu outbreaks continue in Northumberland 

28 Jun 2023

   As outbreaks of Avian Flu continue in wild birds across Northumberland, the county council’s public protection team is issuing a reminder to the public not to touch or pick up any dead or visibly sick birds. 

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Council aims to protect grass verges across the county

27 Jun 2023

Northumberland County Council is looking at ways to protect grass verges.

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 Wellbeing support group is here to help 

26 Jun 2023

If you live in North Northumberland and are suffering from confidence issues, low self- esteem and mild depression, why not check out local health and wellbeing group Mind and Sole which organises a range of activities and support. 

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Berwick Academy wins national award for re-igniting passion in sport 

22 Jun 2023

An initiative run by Berwick Academy to re-ignite the passion of physical activity and sport in young girls has won a national award.   

Thank a teacher day

Northumberland celebrates Thank a Teacher Day 

21 Jun 2023

Today (Wednesday 21 June) is National Thank a Teacher Day and Northumberland County Council is paying tribute to all teachers across the county

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Businesses encouraged to sign pledge to Armed Forces   

21 Jun 2023

To mark Armed Forces Week, Northumberland County Council is encouraging all organisations and businesses big and small to sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant. 

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Environment taking centre stage on council plans

21 Jun 2023

The council is looking to place a greater emphasis on improving the environment for everyone over the coming years. 

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Wentworth Leisure Centre celebrates glowing industry review 

20 Jun 2023

Wentworth Leisure Centre, which is operated and managed by Active Northumberland has been ranked one of the very best centres in the country in Sport England’s toughest quality assessment Quest. 

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Start your career with a Northumberland County Council Apprenticeship

16 Jun 2023

Northumberland County Council has vacancies for 14 apprenticeships, offering a range of career opportunities for people across the county with applications opening Friday 16 June.

New Chief Fire Officer Graeme Binning

New Chief Fire Officer announced

16 Jun 2023

Northumberland Fire & Rescue Service (NFRS) has announced current Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Graeme Binning, will be the new Chief Fire Officer (CFO). 

A new underpass being created in Palmersville

Cutting edge tech used as rail scheme hits another milestone

16 Jun 2023

Cutting-edge technology is being used to create the last and largest underpass on the Northumberland Line. 

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Cramlington roundabout roadworks reaching completion

16 Jun 2023

Works to construct a new roundabout in Cramlington are reaching completion. 

The founders of two North East community groups, Homos That Hike, a community of LGBTQ+ hikers, and WoeMan, an outdoors community, have joined forces

Meet the dynamic duo championing male mental health

15 Jun 2023

This week (12th - 18th June) marks Men’s Health Week, an important opportunity to raise awareness of the physical and mental health issues that affect men.

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Pothole pilot scheme to hit the road

15 Jun 2023

A trial aiming to further improve road repairs in Northumberland has been agreed by the Council. 

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Appeal for information after dog found abandoned in Blyth 

14 Jun 2023

  An appeal is being made to members of the public to ask if they have any information about a dog that has been found abandoned and in poor condition in Blyth.  

Image demonstrating Upgrade work planned for Prudhoe Waterworld 

Upgrade work planned for Prudhoe Waterworld 

14 Jun 2023

This week the council’s cabinet agreed to allocate funding to refurbish Prudhoe Waterworld and remodel internal parts of the building to improve existing facilities. 

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Funding to restore storm-damaged woodlands in Northumberland

13 Jun 2023

Northumberland is set to benefit from funding for a scheme to restore and enhance woodlands damaged by Storm Arwen.

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Garden Party celebrates county’s unsung heroes 

13 Jun 2023

Hundreds of volunteers and carers had their hard work, dedication and commitment recognised and celebrated at a special garden party at The Alnwick Garden.    

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Elevating Northumberland’s Health & Fitness 

13 Jun 2023

Thousands of Northumberland residents are healthier and fitter thanks to a new fitness programme that was introduced by Active Northumberland just one year ago  

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Major regen project to transform Ashington town centre

13 Jun 2023

A regeneration programme worth almost £30m is set to revitalise Ashington town centre.