Incident Update Northumberland Fire and Rescue

Fire crews respond to Chatton fire - Incident update

11 Feb 2023

Fire crews responded to a fire at West End, Chatton on Friday 10 February following a report of smoke coming from a property.

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Make a date with our Northumberland wedding fair

10 Feb 2023

A wedding fair in Morpeth Town Hall this month will give the chance for couples planning their big day to meet their perfect match of local wedding suppliers.

Image demonstrating Berwick Sport Centre celebrates one year anniversary  

Berwick Sport Centre celebrates one year anniversary  

09 Feb 2023

It’s been exactly one year since the fantastic new Berwick Sports & Leisure Centre opened its doors to the public, and during that time it has gone from strength to strength. 

A photograph of Graham Reiter and Audrey Kingham. Their arms are raised out to the left and their individual BIG Promise statement cards hover over their palms.

Council employees make The BIG Promise this Race Equality Week

09 Feb 2023

Northumberland County Council is taking part in Race Equality Week (6-12 February) to further their commitment to race equality within the organisation.

New Council Chief Executive Helen Paterson

New Chief Executive joins County Council

08 Feb 2023

A new Chief Executive has joined the County Council - and is looking forward to the opportunities that lie ahead.  

Image demonstrating Survey aims to gauge demand for SEND sporting activities 

Survey aims to gauge demand for SEND sporting activities 

07 Feb 2023

  A survey is being conducted to gauge interest in sport and leisure activities for young people with special education needs and disabilities across Northumberland. 

Image demonstrating Beware of fake parcel delivery scams 

Beware of fake parcel delivery scams 

07 Feb 2023

Parcel delivery scams are continuing to take place in the county with fraudsters impersonating the courier to steal bank details from unsuspecting victims.  

Interim Chief Executive Rick O'Farrell who is leaving his role at the council this week

Tributes paid to Interim Chief Executive as he leaves role

06 Feb 2023

Tributes have been paid to the council’s Interim Chief Executive Rick O’Farrell who is leaving the organisation this week. 

A toilet door sign. The council has secured over £200,000 for new facilities

Funding secured for new accessible toilet facilities

04 Feb 2023

The council has secured over £200,000 in Government funding for improved accessible toilet facilities. 

A historic picture of John Pattison Gibson

Hadrian's Wall exhibition reaches last stop

03 Feb 2023

The last chance to see an exhibition of historic photographs of Hadrian’s Wall and the photographer who took them is on offer at County Hall in Morpeth.

JonLuke McKie, star of a one-man show that is both funny and moving will shine a light on growing up as a boy marginalised by perceived societal ‘norms’.

One-man show gets the devil dancing

03 Feb 2023

A one-man show that is both funny and moving will shine a light on growing up as a boy marginalised by perceived societal ‘norms’.

Piles of coins. The council is proposing a budget focusing on protecting frontline services and promoting growth

Budget set to protect services and focus on growth

03 Feb 2023

A budget focused on protecting frontline services, investing in the future and looking after the most vulnerable is to be considered by the County Council. 

Polluted cliffs at Lynemouth. Clean up work will start this year

Historic pollution clean-up work gets the final go-ahead

03 Feb 2023

Major works to tackle historical pollution on the coast at Lynemouth have now received all the necessary planning and regulatory consents, meaning the scheme can get underway later this year. 

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Skills for life events with Northumberland County Council

03 Feb 2023

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, 6 – 12 February 2023, Northumberland County Council is promoting a programme of great opportunities for people across the county.

Image demonstrating Council awarded with prestigious Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status

Council awarded with prestigious Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status

02 Feb 2023

In recognition of their work to address racial inequality within the organisation, Northumberland County Council has been awarded with the Race Equality Matters (REM) Bronze Trailblazer Status.

Artists impression of Energy Central Learning Hub in Blyth

Work to begin on flagship Clean Energy Hub in Blyth

01 Feb 2023

Work will start in February to make way for a new state-of-the-art-learning facility, the Energy Central Learning Hub at the Port of Blyth.

Image demonstrating Residents are being warned of door-to-door scams

Residents are being warned of door-to-door scams

31 Jan 2023

Northumberland’s Public Protection Trading Standards team is urging residents to be careful when approached by door-to-door salespeople.

Image demonstrating Views sought on new Neighbourhood Plan Area for Norham and Islandshire 

Views sought on new Neighbourhood Plan Area for Norham and Islandshire 

31 Jan 2023

Residents and businesses are being invited to give their views on a proposal for a new  Norham and Islandshire Neighbourhood Plan Area. 

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Council statement following Hexham stabbings

28 Jan 2023

The leader of Northumberland County Council has issued a short statement after two teenagers were stabbed in Hexham on January 27th.

Image demonstrating New website makes it easier to be Active

New website makes it easier to be Active

26 Jan 2023

  Active Northumberland has launched a brand-new customer-friendly website, www.activenorthumbeland.org.uk  making it much easier for customers to navigate and find their favourite activities and leisure services. 

An image encouraging people to take part in the North East Devolution consultation

Views sought on £4.2 billion devolution deal

26 Jan 2023

People across the North East are being asked for their views following the announcement of a £4.2 billion devolution deal.  

Cigarette being snapped in half

New Northumberland Stop Smoking Website Launches

25 Jan 2023

Supporting people to stop smoking is a priority for Northumberland County Council and the new website www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk unlocks help and advice for people on their journey to quitting.

First look at new school plans for Amble

First look at Amble’s new school plans

25 Jan 2023

Detailed designs for new school proposals in Amble will go on display for the first time.

A smoke alarm surrounded by smoke

Make fire safety a priority by installing enough smoke alarms in your home.

25 Jan 2023

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service, as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.

A rural bus stop. More electric buses are coming to the region

Scores of new buses and EV chargers coming to region

24 Jan 2023

The council has welcomed news that a scores of new electric buses are coming to the region.