News - Northumberland News

Produced in Northumberland scheme hits a century

10 Sep 2019

A scheme to promote food and drink produced entirely in the county is celebrating its 100th business member - Grannies Tearoom and Delicatessen, 18 Narrowgate, Alnwick.  

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Public asked to help shape future of library service

10 Sep 2019

Northumberland residents could be asked for their opinion to help shape the future of the county’s library service.

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RSPCA gold stamp of approval for stray dog work

10 Sep 2019

  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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Thousands flock to watch Tour of Britain in region

09 Sep 2019

The North of Tyne took centre stage in the international spotlight today ( Monday 9th) as the Tour of Britain, the UK’s premier cycle race, rolled through the region giving residents the opportunity to see some of the world's top teams and riders competing on their doorstep.

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Duchess presents winners of 10th annual awards

06 Sep 2019

The Duchess of Northumberland has presented the winners of the LOVE Northumberland Awards 2019.

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Winning schools receive their Tour design jerseys

06 Sep 2019

The winners of a cycling themed jersey competition have seen their stunning designs come to life.

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Berwick lays on entertainment to celebrate Tour of Britain

04 Sep 2019

A range of fun activities are being laid on in Berwick upon Tweed on Sunday 8th and Monday 9 September to celebrate the arrival of the prestigious OVO Energy Tour of Britain cycle race in the town.

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Route marked for Tour of Britain which is just days away

03 Sep 2019

Hundreds of signs are being put up along the streets and roads of Northumberland, with Britain’s biggest cycle race just days away.

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Plans approved for Berwick’s new leisure centre

03 Sep 2019

Berwick’s new state of the art leisure centre is a step closer to reality after it was granted planning permission today (Tuesday 3 September). 

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Shortlist for 10th LOVE Northumberland awards

02 Sep 2019

Excitement is building for this year’s LOVE Northumberland Awards, as the shortlist is published.

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Volunteers needed to marshal Tour of Britain cycle race

29 Aug 2019

Organisers of the Tour of Britain national cycle race are looking for volunteers to help marshal the route when the race arrives in the region on Monday September 9.

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GCSE students celebrate in Northumberland

22 Aug 2019

Pupils across Northumberland have been celebrating today as they receive their GCSE results.

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Northumberland's Julie shortlisted for apprenticeship awards

22 Aug 2019

A Northumberland apprentice has beaten off strong competition to make it through to the regional finals of the National Apprenticeship Awards 2019.

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Beware of fast flowing water when walking dogs

20 Aug 2019

Dog owners are being advised to keep their dogs on the lead when around fast flowing water, following the death of two dogs that were swept away in Northumberland after getting into difficulty in strong currents.

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Views sought on proposed changes to Longhoughton Parish Council

19 Aug 2019

The electoral arrangements of Longhoughton Parish Council are  currently being examined with a view to changing the distribution of parish councillors between its three wards.

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Residents warned over banking scam

19 Aug 2019

Residents are being urged to be on their guard over Visa/Bank activity scams.

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Northumberland schools improve their A-level figures

15 Aug 2019

Students have been celebrating their achievements today in what has been an extremely good year for A-levels. 

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Guidance for A-level and GCSE results days

14 Aug 2019

Some helpful guidance for young people receiving their exam results

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County leading the way on keeping horses and riders safe

13 Aug 2019

The County Council has teamed up with The British Horse Society (BHS) and the ‘Horses and Road Safety Awareness’ (HRSA) organisation to highlight the potential safety issues experienced by horses and riders on the county’s roads.

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Help at hand for flooding issues

12 Aug 2019

After the recent spell of severe wet weather, a variety of help and information is available about planning, preparing for and dealing with flooding.

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Weather update - August 11 at 10.30am

11 Aug 2019

Fire crews and council staff are working with partners as they continue to closely  monitor the weather in Northumberland.

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Teams dealing with weather related incidents (7pm 10/8/19)

10 Aug 2019

Fire crews and council staff have been busy working with partners dealing with a number of weather related incidents in Northumberland.

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Residents urged to be on guard against loan sharks

09 Aug 2019

Northumberland County Council is urging residents to be on their guard when borrowing money or being offered credit.

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Council’s bold plans for 1,000 affordable homes 

06 Aug 2019

Northumberland County Councillors have rubber stamped a new housing strategy that sets an ambitious target to see up to 1,000 new affordable homes built in the county over the next four years.

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World's leading teams announced for Tour

06 Aug 2019

Some of world cycling's biggest teams will be speeding through the region next month.

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