24 Aug 2020
Children in Northumberland returning to school next week for the first time since lock down are being reassured that every possible precaution is being taken to ensure their safety.
Work is due to start this week on Berwick’s first ever full size 3G artificial grass pitch which will provide high quality football facilities for young people and adults in the town, right throughout the year.
20 Aug 2020
Preliminary work has started this week ahead of the restoration of the famous Union Chain Bridge.
19 Aug 2020
Residents in Northumberland are being reminded that restrictions are in place in other parts of the country where there are particularly high numbers of cases of Covid-19 and that they should think carefully before visiting them.
17 Aug 2020
A number of new appointments have been made to the County Council’s Cabinet.
15 Aug 2020
The council has hosted a small event at County Hall today to remember Victory over Japan (VJ) Day.
11 Aug 2020
A new coastal ranger service is set to safeguard important shorebirds along Northumberland's coastline.
Residents and visitors in Northumberland are being encouraged to seize the moment and reset their health, with an initial focus on healthy weight.
10 Aug 2020
Join us at one of our online apprentice recruitment events this week to find out how you can kickstart your career or get a job through our apprenticeships scheme.
07 Aug 2020
A select and collect service has been introduced at a limited number of libraries in Northumberland.
05 Aug 2020
Active Northumberland swimming pools have reopened to the public this week ( Monday 3rd August) but swimmers must pre-book a time slot, before taking the plunge.
04 Aug 2020
Pubs, cafes and restaurants wanting to move their chairs and tables outside can now apply to the council for permission through a special fast-track system.
31 Jul 2020
A new support programme is launching to help businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic to recover and restart.
29 Jul 2020
Hundreds of fitness fans were able to get back to their regular exercise routines as Active Northumberland sports and leisure centres opened their doors on Saturday, following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
28 Jul 2020
Dog owners are being urged to keep a look out for wildlife when walking their pets and place them on a lead or recall them if they encounter it.
23 Jul 2020
Residents and visitors to Northumberland are being urged to follow the new legislation around face coverings to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.
22 Jul 2020
A day of digital celebrations will mark the 200th birthday of the world-famous Union Chain Bridge.
17 Jul 2020
The road to recovery for Northumberland’s tourism industry has taken centre stage as Northumberland County Council and Northumberland Tourism join forces to take tourism to the next level.
15 Jul 2020
Blyth’s iconic beach huts have been restored to their former glory following an arson attack earlier in the year.
14 Jul 2020
A consultation has been launched on new evidence presented as part of the local plan making process in Northumberland.
The popular Northumberland Homefinder service that is used to search and apply for a home is back up and running.
13 Jul 2020
Active Northumberland sports and leisure centres around the county are to reopen on Saturday 25 July, with stringent new hygiene and social distancing practices in place to keep customers and staff safe and well.
10 Jul 2020
Creative Freelancers in Northumberland are being asked to take part in a research project to help shape the future of their industry.
09 Jul 2020
Residents in Northumberland are being urged to safeguard their vote at election time by sparing just a few minutes of their time to make sure their name is on the electoral register.
08 Jul 2020
Northumberland County Council has appointed telecommunications company BT to deliver a major scheme to boost digital connectivity in the county.