25 Sep 2023
A special birthday reception was held by Northumberland County Council to mark Army Veteran Jack Hearn’s 100th birthday.
Active Northumberland has formed a sporting partnership with Berwick Academy and will be providing after-school activities for the students.
21 Sep 2023
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service are inviting residents to West Hartford Fire Station on Saturday 23 September.
Time capsules have been buried at each end of the award-winning Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland.
A record number of Northumberland residents joined in the fun and spirit of National Fitness Day, by taking part in free activities and classes laid on by Active Northumberland to mark the day.
20 Sep 2023
From 1st of October, businesses of all sizes must have a full, written record of their fire risk assessment
We're excited to be launching a recruitment drive ahead of the opening of our new children’s residential homes.
19 Sep 2023
Animal Welfare Officers in Northumberland have been given the prestigious platinum PawPrints award by the RSPCA for their work with stray dogs.
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.