03 Oct 2022
Libraries Week 2022 will be brought to life across Northumberland in a series of events that celebrate the central role libraries play in supporting life-long learning in its communities.
30 Sep 2022
Residents in Northumberland are being encouraged to celebrate older people as part of Silver Sunday on 2 October.
Social workers from Northumberland have been selected as finalists in the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2022.
29 Sep 2022
Around 3,000 runners are making final preparations for this year’s Active Northumberland Kielder Marathon weekend.
28 Sep 2022
A community led affordable housing scheme is now underway in Corbridge thanks to a grant from Northumberland County Council.
Northumberland residents are being urged to be on their guard against scammers who are taking advantage of the cost-of-living crisis.
27 Sep 2022
Visitors to Northumberland over the summer have been wholeheartedly thanked by the council and partners for respecting the county's natural landscapes and tourist attractions during the summer months.
22 Sep 2022
The Council has approved the allocation of funding as it works to reduce inequalities across the county and address issues around poverty.
An Indian restaurant based in Newbiggin has been ordered to pay over £6,000 for selling a meal which contained traces of peanuts, even though it was ordered as being peanut-free.
Residents of Haydon Parish, in the Tyne Valley now have more of a say over future development in their local area.
21 Sep 2022
People in Northumberland are being encouraged to give their views on a permanent memorial in the county to commemorate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
20 Sep 2022
Active Northumberland is set to throw open the doors to its sports centres on Wednesday 21st September, offering a free activity for everyone to try as part of National Fitness Day 2022.
Landlords and agents are being invited to attend a free event aimed at providing updates on new housing legislation and industry issues.
02 Sep 2022
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is encouraging the county’s businesses to think about their own fire risks as part of a national Business Safety Week which runs from 5th - 11th September.
01 Sep 2022
Following the successful management of a four-day wildfire near Redesdale, Forestry England has thanked the individuals and organisations involved in tackling the incident for their support.
31 Aug 2022
A free training event is being organised for individuals and organisations who wish to engage with the public about local heritage.
A restoration scheme to bring a vacant property in the centre of Hexham back into use is due to start next week.
24 Aug 2022
Due to the Bank Holiday on Monday 29 August, bin collections will take place one day later than usual for one week.
Northumberland County Council is welcoming challenge from an independent board following recommendations made in the SOLACE Independent Governance Review.
Northumberland’s food businesses are above national average for food hygiene standards with 98.3% rated 3 or above.
23 Aug 2022
The new look Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub is hosting an open day on Thursday September 1, so local residents can have the first look around the centre and facilities in advance of the grand opening.
Vercelli restaurant situated in Hexham’s Conservation Area has recently had its frontage improved as part of the High Streets Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) programme.
22 Aug 2022
If you are interested in playing netball but find the pace a little too much, then walking netball classes could be for you.
11 Aug 2022
Voluntary and community groups across the county that are in need of financial assistance are being invited to apply for funding from Northumberland County Council’s community chest scheme.
08 Aug 2022
An historic public house in the centre of Hexham that was awarded a grant to breathe new life into the building has re-opened to the public.