Image demonstrating From family trees to mysteries of the past...

From family trees to mysteries of the past...

27 Feb 2024

Anyone interesting in researching their family tree, their home, or the history of Northumberland can now get help from the experts in Northumberland County Council’s Archives team.

Councillors and Arriva staff at the launch of the new Northumberland Line branded bus in Ashington

New Northumberland Line branded bus at your service

26 Feb 2024

A bus service connecting some of the key communities to the forthcoming Northumberland Line is showing its colours. 

Image demonstrating  Appeal for information after dog found abandoned in Ashington 

Appeal for information after dog found abandoned in Ashington 

26 Feb 2024

An appeal is being made to members of the public asking for information about a dog that has been found abandoned in Ashington.  

The Keel Row shopping centre in Blyth has closed for the last time

Keel Row Shopping Centre closes ahead of major redevelopment works

21 Feb 2024

The Keel Row Shopping Centre in Blyth has formally closed - ahead of major redevelopment works in the town centre.

A pile of coins. The Council has approved its budget for the coming year

Council approves budget for coming year

21 Feb 2024

The County Council has voted to approve next year’s budget which ‘prioritises the protection of frontline services and focuses on ambitious investment in the county’. 

Secretary of State for Education Gillian Keegan (right) visiting the welding centre in Blyth

Council welcomes Education Secretary to state-of-the-art training centre

16 Feb 2024

Education Secretary Gillian Keegan saw sparks fly during a visit to one of the county’s flagship training centres.

Image demonstrating Voluntary organisations receive prestigious King’s Award 

Voluntary organisations receive prestigious King’s Award 

08 Feb 2024

Three voluntary organisations in Northumberland have been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for their service to the community. 

A graphic stating North East devolution showing regional landmarks

North East moves one step closer to historic Mayor

07 Feb 2024

The North East of England will soon enjoy the economic benefits of a £1.4bn investment fund as legislation is laid in Parliament to implement a new devolution deal.

Image demonstrating Coming soon - new affordable homes to rent in Alnwick. 

Coming soon - new affordable homes to rent in Alnwick. 

05 Feb 2024

  Northumberland County Council has purchased eight new homes in Alnwick which have been built and will soon be available for affordable rent. 

Keel; Row Shopping Centre in Blyth

Blyth shopping centre to close ahead of major redevelopment

02 Feb 2024

The Keel Row Shopping Centre in Blyth will close on 29th February 2024 ahead of major redevelopment as part of the Energising Blyth programme.