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Animal welfare team given RSPCA gold stamp of approval 

25 Nov 2020

   Animal Welfare Officers in Northumberland have been given the gold stamp of approval by the RSPCA for their work with stray dogs.   

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Grant available to kick start community led affordable housing schemes  

25 Nov 2020

  A fund that is available to assist community led affordable housing schemes across the county is reaping real results for local people, and there is still money left in the pot to support similar community projects. 

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Further business support grant scheme launched

23 Nov 2020

Businesses which remained open during late September and October this year, but were severely impacted by the Covid rules which restricted socialising, can now apply for a support grant. 

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Employment initiative provides welcome boost for tenants 

23 Nov 2020

An innovative partnership between local authorities, housing associations and learning providers is providing essential support to housing tenants in Northumberland to help boost their employability skills. 

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Leaders ask for continued public support amid concern at Covid infection rates

18 Nov 2020

The North East’s health and political leaders have issued the following statement today - 14 days to the end of lockdown on 2 December:

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Have your say now on major rail line plans

16 Nov 2020

From today (November 16) people can have their say in a major consultation on the reintroduction of a rail passenger service in Northumberland.

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Applications open for first business support grants

13 Nov 2020

Applications have opened today for the first set of grants - these will support businesses which have been required to close in the national lockdown.

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Get involved in Northumberland's first Covid question time

13 Nov 2020

Health and council leaders in Northumberland are to host their first ever online coronavirus public question time next week. 

Let's not throw away all your hard work, leaders urge

Thank you - now let's not squander your hard work

12 Nov 2020

Let’s not throw away all your hard work – that’s the message from the leaders of North East councils after a surge in Covid cases since lockdown.

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Cabinet approves budget proposals

10 Nov 2020

Northumberland  County Council’s Cabinet has approved budget proposals for the coming year - which will now go out for public consultation next month. 

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Free online exercise classes with Active Northumberland 

09 Nov 2020

Active Northumberland sports centres across the county are now closed for the lockdown, in line with government guidance - but don’t put your feet up just yet as their fitness instructors will be running free online classes to keep you moving and your spirits raised. 

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Council welcomes free school meals announcement

08 Nov 2020

The County Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to provide free school meals over the holidays. 

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Travel and exercise during lockdown

06 Nov 2020

We know many of you will be looking for places to enjoy your daily exercise during the next few weeks.

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Northumberland tips to remain open during second national lockdown

06 Nov 2020

The council has confirmed that all Household Waste Recovery Centres (tips) in Northumberland will remain open to residents during the month-long national lockdown beginning Thursday 5 November.  

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Covid mental health support for residents

04 Nov 2020

An exclusive helpline and online self-help service is available to people living in Northumberland who may be worried about how the current pandemic is affecting their mental health.

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Keep doing your bit, leaders urge

02 Nov 2020

Keep doing your bit now and we can get out of lockdown in a better position - that's the message today from the region's leaders

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Stay safe this bonfire night

29 Oct 2020

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is urging everyone to stay safe this bonfire night, and for people to take extra care if they are planning to have their own fireworks.

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Cramlington restaurant fined for food safety breaches

29 Oct 2020

An Indian takeaway and its manager have been ordered to pay a fine between them of £1500, plus £1217 in costs for selling a curry containing traces of peanuts, even though the buyer specifically asked for one without.

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Leaders concern at Covid rise

29 Oct 2020

The region's leaders have thanked everyone for their efforts leading to a slow down in Covid infections but say the rate is still too high.

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Household waste permit scheme reintroduced for residents

26 Oct 2020

The council’s popular household waste permit scheme is being reintroduced from Monday 26 October.

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Extra funding to support communities through Covid schemes  

25 Oct 2020

Northumberland County Council has announced it is taking new steps to help county councillors to provide Covid related support in their communities.   

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Plea to avoid balloon releases 

22 Oct 2020

Northumberland County Council is appealing to the public to consider other alternatives to balloon releases which are often used for events and memorials, but can have a devastating impact on local marine environment and wildlife. 

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Families urged to enjoy a safe but spooky Halloween

22 Oct 2020

Families in Northumberland are being encouraged to have a spooky but safe Halloween this year. 

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New online pilates class for mams-to-be  

22 Oct 2020

Active Northumberland is about to start a new online pilates class to help mums-to-be to exercise from the comfort and safety of their own home. 

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Leaders welcome extra support for businesses

22 Oct 2020

The region's leaders have welcomed additional business support announced by the Chancellor.