Image demonstrating Northumberland welcomes new Deputy Lieutenant  

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.   

Image demonstrating Views sought on Newbiggin Neighbourhood Plan 

Views sought on Newbiggin Neighbourhood Plan 

16 Feb 2023

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

Caption: (L to R) Author Ann Cleeves; Pauline Curwen who took part in the programme; Sarah Carlson and Jane Sampson, Community Reading Workers and Nigel Walsh, Interim Director of Cultural Services

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!

Image demonstrating Council to explore investment in Prudhoe Waterworld  

Council to explore investment in Prudhoe Waterworld  

16 Feb 2023

Northumberland County Council is to explore potential options to improve the facilities at Prudhoe Waterworld. 

A graphic promoting the benefits of north east devolution

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. 

Image demonstrating Free spring walks to step up your wellbeing 

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.   

Image demonstrating Sign up to free course   to improve weight loss and wellbeing 

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. 

Image demonstrating Applications open for funding to celebrate King’s Coronation 

Applications open for funding to celebrate King’s Coronation 

13 Feb 2023

A Coronation Community Fund has been launched by Northumberland County Council to help communities celebrate and commemorate the historic occasion of King Charles III’s Coronation. 

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 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 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. 

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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.

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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.  

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. 

A photo showing former firefighter Joe Dixon who has died aged 109

Tribute paid to the world's oldest firefighter

23 Jan 2023

Tributes have been paid to the world’s oldest retired firefighter after he sadly passed away last week. 

An image of how the new Essity building improvements will look

Major employer on a roll with new investment

23 Jan 2023

Building work has started on one of the UK’s most advanced wastepaper recycling plants after Essity Prudhoe Mill was given the green light by planners. 

A family cycling

Council welcomes major cycling and walking funding

19 Jan 2023

The council has scooped almost £15m funding towards new cycling and walking routes for Tynedale and Bedlington - to make it easier, safer and greener for people to get around the county. 

A woodland scene. A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.

Still time to have your say on a new political map for the council

19 Jan 2023

A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.

Image demonstrating Council’s Tynedale event to discuss climate change

Council’s Tynedale event to discuss climate change

18 Jan 2023

An opportunity to play a key role in Northumberland County Council’s next Climate Change Action Plan is coming up.

Image demonstrating Wheelchair rugby club seeking new recruits 

Wheelchair rugby club seeking new recruits 

17 Jan 2023

Newcastle Wheelchair Ruby Club is looking to recruit new members to start a junior team to enable players to reap the many physical and mental wellbeing benefits the sport can bring.