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Complex road scheme finished ahead of target

28 May 2019

Roadworks on a vital route connecting rural communities have been finished ahead of time and ahead of cost.

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New market trader incentive scheme launched across Northumberland

28 May 2019

A new financial incentive scheme has been launched by Northumberland County Council to encourage would-be- traders to take a stall at one of the county’s vibrant markets.

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Views sought on proposed boundary changes

22 May 2019

The electoral arrangements of parishes in the Rothbury area are currently being examined and the views of the public living and working in the area are being sought.

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Discover our Land campaign heads to Westminster

17 May 2019

Northumberland is open for business! That’s the message that will be delivered to Westminster at a special event next week.

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Win with our waste survey

17 May 2019

Residents who go online and complete a short waste survey before 27 May also have the opportunity to WIN £50 – just by giving their views on bin collections and other waste services.

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Find out more about foster care at special event

16 May 2019

Are you interested in finding out more about being a foster carer?

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We’d like your views on the draft housing strategy for Northumberland

15 May 2019

We are seeking the views of people who: Live in Northumberland Work in Northumberland

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European elections on May 23rd

15 May 2019

On 23rd May 2019 there will be European Parliamentary elections across Europe. In the UK voters will choose 73 MEPs in 12 multi-member regional constituencies. Each region has a different number of MEPs based on its population.

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Come and discover STEM at Prudhoe's Fuse centre

14 May 2019

Calling all science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) enthusiasts!

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BT Broadband telephone scam operating in the county

13 May 2019

Residents are being urged by Northumberland County Council to be on their guard over broadband scam telephone calls.

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Motorists asked to take extra care in run up to Appleby Horse Fair

13 May 2019

Motorists driving through parts of Northumberland over the next few weeks are being warned to take extra care as the travelling community makes it way to and from the annual Appleby Horse Fair.

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Celebrating sport at Para games festival

13 May 2019

Schools from around the county came together for a day of sport, activity, and fun at the annual Northumberland Para School Games Festival.

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Road improvement works being rolled out

13 May 2019

Work is getting underway on the council’s summer programme to make travelling on Northumberland’s roads a smoother experience.

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Young Bear Hunt winner meets book’s author at Hexham Library

08 May 2019

Well known children's author Michael Rosen visited the Silence in the Library audio listening pod at Hexham Library last week as part of the Hexham Book Festival and during his visit made a special presentation to 6-year-old Charlotte Christie.

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Landlord prosecuted for illegal eviction

02 May 2019

A private landlord has been ordered to pay £545 in fines and costs after unlawfully evicting a tenant.

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Haydon Bridge traffic proposals

29 Apr 2019

Proposals to improve the road layout on one of Haydon Bridge’s main roads are moving forward.

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Northumberland tops primary offers table

16 Apr 2019

Virtually all Northumberland parents have gained their top preference of first or primary school on National Offers Day.

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Duchess presents British Empire Medals to dedicated residents

16 Apr 2019

Six Northumberland residents have been presented with British Empire Medals for their dedicated community and voluntary service.

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Work complete on £6.5m roads improvements scheme

09 Apr 2019

Work is complete on a £6.5m scheme to improve the road network in rural parts of Northumberland.

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Free post-16 student travel sees a big rise

05 Apr 2019

Free post-16 transport for students across Northumberland has led to a seven-fold increase in the number of young people travelling on council commissioned services to access further education.

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Water Warning from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service

04 Apr 2019

Following a number of recent water related incidents, Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is reminding members of the public about the the dangers posed by fast flowing water.

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Funding to help groups with outdoor events

03 Apr 2019

A new fund has been launched to help local groups with the running of their outdoor events in the county this year.

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Council grant for Stamfordham Cricket Club

02 Apr 2019

Stamfordham Cricket Club has been given a cash boost from Northumberland County Council to help purchase equipment to improve the condition of their playing pitch.

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Dog owners urged to microchip pets following prosecution

01 Apr 2019

Dog owners are being reminded by Northumberland County Council that it is a legal requirement to microchip their dogs and ensure the details stored on the chip are up-to-date. Failure to do so could lead to a prosecution and fine.

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Two convicted after abusing council staff

29 Mar 2019

The county council and Northumbria Police will continue to take strong action against those who abuse their employees.