06 Feb 2023
Tributes have been paid to the council’s Interim Chief Executive Rick O’Farrell who is leaving the organisation this week.
04 Feb 2023
The council has secured over £200,000 in Government funding for improved accessible toilet facilities.
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.
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’.
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.
Major works to tackle historical pollution on the coast at Lynemouth have now received all the necessary planning and regulatory consents, meaning the scheme can get underway later this year.
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.
People across the North East are being asked for their views following the announcement of a £4.2 billion devolution deal.
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.
24 Jan 2023
The council has welcomed news that a scores of new electric buses are coming to the region.
23 Jan 2023
Tributes have been paid to the world’s oldest retired firefighter after he sadly passed away last week.
19 Jan 2023
A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.
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.
16 Jan 2023
A Northumberland gentleman, Angus Lunn has been awarded the MBE for services to education and to peatland conservation.
13 Jan 2023
Politicians at North East local authorities will be holding meetings over the coming week to progress plans towards the delivery of a £4.2billion devolution deal for the region.
10 Jan 2023
Landlords and agents are being invited to attend a free event aimed at providing updates on new housing legislation and industry issues.
09 Jan 2023
Two people who have dedicated their careers to working with children, which saw them recognised in the King’s Honours List, have been praised by the council.
05 Jan 2023
If you feel you’ve overindulged during the festive period and the long winter nights and want to achieve a healthier lifestyle in 2023, then why not sign up to Active Northumberland’s free weight management programme to achieve lasting weight loss and wellbeing.
22 Dec 2022
Council Civic Head Cllr Trevor Cessford said it was an 'absolute honour' to be in the role.
The Leader of Northumberland County Council has given a cautious welcome to the provisional Local Government Finance Settlement for the coming year.
20 Dec 2022
Northumberland County Council’s environmental health team are offering some simple top tips on how to prevent condensation and damp in your home.
13 Dec 2022
A range of woodland walks, new tree planting and park improvements are all set to take place in the county to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II.
12 Dec 2022
People are reminded to take extreme care on roads and paths over the coming days - with freezing temperatures set to continue.
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is reminding people of the dangers of going on frozen lakes following the tragic events in the West Midlands over the weekend.
08 Dec 2022
Following agreement at November’s Health and Wellbeing Board, the Inequalities Plan has now been signed, further demonstrating the commitment to the plan by all partners.