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.
11 Nov 2020
Two more Local COVID-19 Testing Centres are to open in Northumberland – in Berwick and Hexham.
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.
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.
08 Nov 2020
The County Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to provide free school meals over the holidays.
06 Nov 2020
We know many of you will be looking for places to enjoy your daily exercise during the next few weeks.
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.
05 Nov 2020
A turf cutting ceremony has taken place to officially mark the start of a multi-million pound scheme to transform leisure provision in Morpeth.
04 Nov 2020
Business leaders, landowners and tourism groups are coming together for a special coastal summit next week.
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.
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
01 Nov 2020
The Leader has issued a message to residents and businesses following the Prime Minister's announcement.
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.
Druridge Bay Fitness Centre and Rothbury Pool and Gym will be reopening their doors to the public on November 7.
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.
28 Oct 2020
The first phase of work on a new £22.65m county council funded leisure centre is taking shape in Berwick as the steel structure of the new swimming pool completes.
26 Oct 2020
The council’s popular household waste permit scheme is being reintroduced from Monday 26 October.
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.
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.
Families in Northumberland are being encouraged to have a spooky but safe Halloween this year.
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.
The region's leaders have welcomed additional business support announced by the Chancellor.
21 Oct 2020
North East leaders have praised the efforts of everyone as the rate of Covid infections slows - but have urged everyone to keep doing their bit.
20 Oct 2020
The next stage in completion of a Local Plan for the whole of Northumberland gets underway this week.
19 Oct 2020
Two Berwick teenagers have been recognised for their efforts in tackling graffiti in their local area.