22 Jun 2021
Berwick Old Bridge has re-opened following a major part of its restoration and refurbishment.
15 Jun 2021
The region's leaders have given their backing to the decision to delay further lifting of covid restrictions.
14 Jun 2021
A new campaign has launched today (Monday 14 June) aimed at answering some of the most frequently asked questions North East residents have about the Covid-19 vaccines.
10 Jun 2021
Following discussions with organisers and thorough reviews of risk assessments, Directors of Public Health in the region are pleased to be able to support the return of Parkrun events.
09 Jun 2021
Consultation starts today on some proposed modifications to the Northumberland Local Plan.
Residents and tourists in Berwick are being reassured that the existing Swan Leisure Centre remains very much open for business while work to the new sports centre on the same site, progresses at pace.
Community and voluntary groups in need of financial assistance to deliver local projects are being invited to apply for funding from Northumberland County Council’s community chest fund.
04 Jun 2021
North East leaders have issued a joint statement today, thanking everyone for their hard work and efforts, and encouraging us to remember hands, face, space and fresh air, getting jabs and self isolating where required.
The team responsible for restoring the world-famous Union Chain Bridge have found themselves playing an extra role in the local community.
The council has provided an update on timescales for the reopening of the historic Berwick Old Bridge, following a major part of its restoration and refurbishment.
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service has been dealing with a wildfire in Kyloe Woods, just off the C18 road, in North Northumberland.
01 Jun 2021
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) has seen a sharp rise in deliberate fires over recent months and are now urging youth groups and schools to talk about the dangers of fire setting.
28 May 2021
Bin collections in Northumberland will be one day later than usual from Monday 31 May.
Northumberland County Council is warning visitors of the risks of wildfires as the visitor season begins to warm up.
27 May 2021
Northumberland County Council’s new Cabinet have taken their seats at the first Full Council meeting following this month’s local elections.
Directors of Public Health encourage people to 'carry on being cautious' to limit the spread of coronavirus
26 May 2021
Northumberland County Councillor Anthony Murray has become an honorary Freeman of the town of Wooler in recognition of his tireless and valued service to the local community over many years.
Residents in the parishes of Embleton, Wooler, Lesbury, Craster and Alnmouth will be able to vote on a neighbourhood plan for their area on Thursday 10 June.
24 May 2021
Councillor Ian Hutchinson has donated a total of £5,278 towards a Motor Neuron Disease charity which was raised during his time as the Civic Head of Northumberland County Council.
20 May 2021
The region's Directors of Public Health are reminding residents that the coronavirus is still with us.
17 May 2021
The council is running a survey of employers in Northumberland - asking them to outline their current and future skills and recruitment needs.
Northumberland’s Foster Care team has challenged other local authorities to follow in their footsteps and take on the ‘Jerusalema Dance Challenge.
15 May 2021
Take part in the council’s latest waste satisfaction survey for the chance to win £50.
14 May 2021
A comprehensive programme of work to restore and refurbish Berwick’s historic Old Bridge is nearing completion.
Public Health England has issued a statement on current levels of the Covid-19 Indian variant in the region: