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Guidance for A-level and GCSE results days

14 Aug 2019

Some helpful guidance for young people receiving their exam results

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County leading the way on keeping horses and riders safe

13 Aug 2019

The County Council has teamed up with The British Horse Society (BHS) and the ‘Horses and Road Safety Awareness’ (HRSA) organisation to highlight the potential safety issues experienced by horses and riders on the county’s roads.

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Help at hand for flooding issues

12 Aug 2019

After the recent spell of severe wet weather, a variety of help and information is available about planning, preparing for and dealing with flooding.

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Weather update - August 11 at 10.30am

11 Aug 2019

Fire crews and council staff are working with partners as they continue to closely  monitor the weather in Northumberland.

Image demonstrating Teams dealing with weather related incidents (7pm 10/8/19)

Teams dealing with weather related incidents (7pm 10/8/19)

10 Aug 2019

Fire crews and council staff have been busy working with partners dealing with a number of weather related incidents in Northumberland.

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Residents urged to be on guard against loan sharks

09 Aug 2019

Northumberland County Council is urging residents to be on their guard when borrowing money or being offered credit.

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Family fun at Hepscott Summer Fair 

08 Aug 2019

Hepscott Park Horticultural Skills Unit is hosting its annual summer fair on Wednesday, 14th August.

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Council’s bold plans for 1,000 affordable homes 

06 Aug 2019

Northumberland County Councillors have rubber stamped a new housing strategy that sets an ambitious target to see up to 1,000 new affordable homes built in the county over the next four years.

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World's leading teams announced for Tour

06 Aug 2019

Some of world cycling's biggest teams will be speeding through the region next month.

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Stores praised after knife operation

05 Aug 2019

Northumberland shops have been praised once again following Operation Sceptre knife test purchases.

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Discovering Northumberland’s historic past

02 Aug 2019

Northumberland is full to the brim with hidden gems of historic knowledge if you know where to look.

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Hillcrest students transform their Cramlington school garden

01 Aug 2019

Students and staff at Hillcrest special school in Cramlington have been working hard to improve their school grounds and transform them into a beautiful garden  to relax in and enjoy.

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Rainy day fun with Active Northumberland

01 Aug 2019

If you’re struggling for things to do during rainy days this summer, Active Northumberland has got you covered, offering 50% off a range of indoor sports at all of its centres.

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Council’s commitment to tackle Northumberland’s housing challenges

01 Aug 2019

County Councillors are set to rubber stamp a new housing strategy for the county to tackle the housing needs of young residents, the elderly and those living in rural communities. 

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Concordia pool reopens following major refurbishment

01 Aug 2019

The swimming pool at Concordia Leisure Centre in Cramlington has re-opened to the public  following a major upgrade and refurbishment scheme.

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New playpark unveiled in Bedlington

29 Jul 2019

A new £80,000 play area has been opened at Gallagher Park in Bedlington.

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Views sought on services for families in Northumberland

26 Jul 2019

If you or your family have attended a children’s centre in Northumberland - or received support from the early help family team - then the council wants to hear from you.

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Keen interest in new apprenticeship programme

25 Jul 2019

There has been very strong interest in a new apprenticeship which will equip people for a career in caring.

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Council welcomes multi-million pound digital funding

24 Jul 2019

Northumberland County Council has welcomed £12m funding to boost digital connectivity in rural communities.

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Early years network shortlisted for national award

23 Jul 2019

The Northumberland Early Years Professionals Network has been shortlisted for a national award.

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Looking for a roundabout way of promoting business?

22 Jul 2019

Did you know you can promote your business with the council through our Roundabout Sponsorship Scheme?

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North of Tyne takes centre stage for national cycle race

19 Jul 2019

Teams for the prestigious OVO Energy Tour of Britain cycle race have been announced today (Friday 19 July), as the North of Tyne prepares to host the third stage of the race on Monday 9 September.

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Polling stations open for PCC election

18 Jul 2019

Polling stations across the county are open today, Thursday 18 July to choose the next Police and Crime Commissioner for the Northumbria Police area.

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County parks once again among the UK’s best green spaces

16 Jul 2019

Nine of Northumberland’s parks have once again been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as some of the very best in the world.

Image demonstrating Local RDA riders in the ribbons at National finals

Local RDA riders in the ribbons at National finals

16 Jul 2019

Local riders who train at Pegasus Riding For the Disabled Centre in Morpeth competed at the national finals in Gloucestershire at the weekend, bringing back home with them rosettes, trophies and lots of happy memories.