News - Northumberland News

Council continuing to support residents over Easter

01 Apr 2023

Throughout Easter and beyond the County Council is continuing to support local people and community organistions that are doing so much to provide assistance to residents at this time. 

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Fire Service aiming high with new rescue equipment

30 Mar 2023

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) has taken ownership of its latest lifesaving equipment which will keep communities across the county even safer. 

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Active team celebrate glowing industry reviews 

30 Mar 2023

Two sports centres that are operated and managed by Active Northumberland have passed Sport England’s toughest quality assessment Quest with flying colours. 

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One of the few - Northumberland man's great escape

28 Mar 2023

An exhibition about the life of one of the few survivors of the Great Escape – one of the best know events of World War II – has gone on show at County Hall, Morpeth.

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Morpeth’s new sports & leisure centre opening date revealed 

21 Mar 2023

  Excitement is building in and around Morpeth as the town’s new flagship sport & leisure centre prepares to open its doors to the public at midday on Monday 3 April. 

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Council welcomes extra road repair funding

17 Mar 2023

Extra funding to help repair the county’s roads has been welcomed by the County Council. 

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North East devolution consultation reaches final stages

16 Mar 2023

Leaders from across the North East have issued their thanks to everyone who has taken part in a consultation into a £4.2bn devolution deal for the region.  

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Working to keep Amble safe with town engagement day 

14 Mar 2023

People living, working or visiting Amble are being encouraged to share any concerns they may have regarding anti-social behaviour in and around the town at a community engagement day on Wednesday 22nd March. 

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Advice to follow when employing a builder 

14 Mar 2023

Building a house or having an extension built is probably one of the most expensive things you will ever do so it is worth taking care when you choose your builder.  

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Council plea over harmful balloon releases

14 Mar 2023

Northumberland County Council is appealing to the public to use other alternatives to balloon and lantern releases for events and memorials which can have a devastating impact on wildlife and the environment.  

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Northumberland backs Keep Britain Tidy's big clean up

09 Mar 2023

Northumberland County Council is encouraging residents and businesses to pledge to do their bit to clear up the litter during the Great British Spring Clean 2023. 

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People urged to take care in wintry weather

09 Mar 2023

People are reminded to take care over the coming days with wintry conditions continuing to hit the region. 

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Sign up to fitness challenge to win PE equipment for local schools 

02 Mar 2023

A new spring fitness challenge is being run by Active Northumberland and are calling for people to sign up and join the challenge and help their leisure centre win PE equipment for local schools. 

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Secret scientist's work recognised at last

01 Mar 2023

An exhibition of previously unseen watercolour illustrations by a trailblazing Northumberland artist and scientist will finally see her accomplishments recognised.

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Council working to bring empty homes back into residential use 

28 Feb 2023

To mark National Empty Homes Week (27 February- 5 March), Northumberland County Council is highlighting the work that is taking place to address the problem of empty properties in the county and is appealing to anyone who owns or knows of a long-term empty property to get in touch. 

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New affordable bungalows approved for Felton 

27 Feb 2023

Northumberland County Council is to build four new bungalows in Felton which it will rent out at an affordable rate.    

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Ukranian refugees continue to be welcomed and supported in Northumberland  

22 Feb 2023

As the war in Ukraine is approaching its one-year anniversary, with no end in sight to the fighting or the suffering, Northumberland County Council is extending a heartfelt thank you to residents who opened their homes, or helped in their own way, the refugees who have fled their homeland.

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Special event for Morpeth dog lovers  

21 Feb 2023

Northumberland County Council is running a Green Dog Walkers event in Morpeth on the morning of Saturday 4th March and residents are being invited along and to bring their dogs if they wish. 

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Dementia friendly bungalows to support independent living  

20 Feb 2023

  Planning permission has been granted for 13 dementia friendly affordable bungalows which will be built at Lyndon Walk in Blyth as part of Northumberland County Council’s overall commitment to increase the availability of housing to meet the needs of all residents. 

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Northumberland welcomes new Deputy Lieutenant  

16 Feb 2023

   Winton Keenen, the Chief Constable of Northumbria Police has been appointed as a  Deputy Lieutenant for Northumberland.   

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Views sought on Newbiggin Neighbourhood Plan 

16 Feb 2023

Northumberland County Council is seeking views on a proposed neighbourhood development plan for Newbiggin. 

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Telling the story of a project's success

16 Feb 2023

An innovative pilot project, aimed at harnessing the power of reading to boost mental health and improve wellbeing, has been hailed a success by a top UK author - who also helped fund it!

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Further public event organised for region's devo deal

16 Feb 2023

Northumberland County Council is hosting another public event about the region’s devolution deal. 

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Free spring walks to step up your wellbeing 

14 Feb 2023

Free wellbeing walks are taking place across the county to encourage more people to get out into the great outdoors and improve their health.  The walks are led by friendly volunteers, vary in length and are open to everyone.   

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Sign up to free course   to improve weight loss and wellbeing 

14 Feb 2023

If you want to achieve a healthier lifestyle in 2023 and shape up for summer, then why not sign up to Active Northumberland’s free weight management programme to achieve lasting weight loss and wellbeing. 

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