19 Sep 2023
With the help of a £1million grant from central government, Northumberland County Council is in the process of buying 12 homes for refugees who have been displaced and left homeless by war.
18 Sep 2023
A council tenant has been temporarily banned from his home in Blyth following a history of serious anti-social behaviour at the property which disrupted the neighbourhood and left other tenants living in fear.
Broomhaugh and RIding residents are being reminded to take appropriate photographic ID when they vote in person at the Neighbourhood Planning Referendum on Thursday October 5, 2023
A project using the latest artificial intelligence (AI) to improve flood warning systems for rural communities is getting underway in Northumberland.
Northumberland County Council is reminding motorists around incorrect use of the national Blue Badge scheme.
14 Sep 2023
Work is complete on refurbished toilet facilities in Wooler Marketplace.
Local charity Down’s Syndrome North East, is currently showcasing an awareness raising exhibition at Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth until the end of September.
Northumberland residents are being invited to take part in free training to become a Walk Leader.
13 Sep 2023
Lowick residents are being reminded to take appropriate photographic ID when they vote in person at the Lowick Neighbourhood Planning Referendum on Thursday 28 September 2023
Schools across the county are set to benefit from a new resource to help support climate discussions within schools.
Major engineering works to safeguard a stretch of road between Weldon Bridge and Rothbury for future generations are progressing well.
12 Sep 2023
Good progress is being made on a major public realm improvement scheme to revitalise Hexham’s historic town centre.
A number of agencies have come together to provide a safe and timely response for residents and visitors of Holy Island in the event of a medical emergency.
11 Sep 2023
Active Northumberland is calling for donations of good quality sports clothing and footwear to help others in need.
Active Northumberland is set to throw open the doors to its sports centres on Wednesday 20th September, offering a free activity for everyone to try as part of National Fitness Day 2023.
A fantastic new soft play area at Wentworth Sports and Leisure Centre in Hexham has been officially opened.
08 Sep 2023
Northumberland County Council’s school’s investment and improvement programme continues to take shape.
Our short term support services in Berwick and West Northumberland have retained their Outstanding rating following the latest inspection.
07 Sep 2023
Residents living in and around Blyth are being advised of overnight survey work taking place over the coming weeks for the proposed Blyth Relief Road.
CCTV cameras are now operating at fly tipping hot spots in South East Northumberland as part of a drive by the county council to clamp down on the problem.
06 Sep 2023
Major national and local employers will be talent spotting at a jobs fair in Prudhoe this week (Friday September 8).
Belford Woodland Volunteers have been working with Northumberland County Council to replace the old footpath through the Community Woodland to Belford Medical Practice.
05 Sep 2023
Northumberland shops and consumers are being urged by Northumberland County Council to put safety first and check the vapes they sell, or use are legal.
Active Northumberland has given away hundreds of free activity sessions this summer to help children and families enjoy an active school holiday.
The council is beginning work to improve pedestrian access to footpaths in Cramlington.