The Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland

Year closes as bridge prepares to open

20 Dec 2022

As the year draws to a close, the Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland is undergoing final works ahead of re-opening. 

Image demonstrating Controlling damp and condensation in your home 

Controlling damp and condensation in your home 

20 Dec 2022

Northumberland County Council’s environmental health team are offering some simple top tips on how to prevent condensation and damp in your home. 

Image demonstrating Business fined for Fly-Tipping in Ashington 

Business fined for Fly-Tipping in Ashington 

19 Dec 2022

A Business which fly-tipped waste on three occasions in Ashington has been brought to justice following investigations by the Public Protection Environmental Enforcement Team at Northumberland County Council. 

Northumberland’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Strategy for Children and Young People 2022-25

Have your say on improving Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health support for Children and Young People 

16 Dec 2022

North East and North Cumbria NHS Integrated Care Board and Northumberland County Council are consulting on how to strengthen support for children and young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health needs. 

Image demonstrating Hoardings up marking rail line progress

Hoardings up marking rail line progress

14 Dec 2022

The first branded hoardings are up along the Northumberland Line – with local children taking centre stage.

The cortege following the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II

Memorial projects to celebrate late Queen's love of outdoors

13 Dec 2022

A range of woodland walks, new tree planting and park improvements are all set to take place in the county to commemorate the life of Queen Elizabeth II. 

Hexham town centre

£1million boost for Hexham Heritage Scheme

13 Dec 2022

The council’s cabinet has approved over £1million extra funding to support a scheme that seeks to restore and revitalise Hexham’s historic town centre and to refurbish The Shambles in the town’s Market Place. 

Image demonstrating Council commits to transform school internet connectivity

Council commits to transform school internet connectivity

13 Dec 2022

Over 100 schools in Northumberland are set to benefit from better internet connectivity thanks to a new contract with a leading UK internet provider.

Isabella Heap and Bamburgh Play Park

Council approves funding for park and green space transformations 

13 Dec 2022

A playpark and popular green space will receive investments in their future after funding was approved by the council’s cabinet.  

Image demonstrating Court orders property owners to carry out repairs to dangerous properties 

Court orders property owners to carry out repairs to dangerous properties 

12 Dec 2022

Magistrates have approved applications made by Northumberland County Council, under the Building Act 1984, against two different property owners to carry out works to their properties in order to stop them posing a danger to the public. 

Gritting machines in a depot

People urged to take extreme care when travelling over coming days

12 Dec 2022

People are reminded to take extreme care on roads and paths over the coming days - with freezing temperatures set to continue. 

Holiday Activities and Food Programme Northumberland 2022

Join us in giving young people a Christmas to remember

12 Dec 2022

Organisers of holiday activities for young people in Northumberland are inviting anyone passionate about creating opportunities to get in touch and help make this Christmas one to remember.

A frozen pond. The fire service is reminding people of the dangers of going on icy water

Fire Service reminding people of frozen water danger

12 Dec 2022

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is reminding people of the dangers of going on frozen lakes following the tragic events in the West Midlands over the weekend. 

Cut out paper figures. Partners have now signed up to the council's inequalities plan

Partners sign up to Inequalities Plan

08 Dec 2022

Following agreement at November’s Health and Wellbeing Board, the Inequalities Plan has now been signed, further demonstrating the commitment to the plan by all partners. 

Strep A

Parents and carers advised to be aware of symptoms of scarlet fever and Group A Strep  

08 Dec 2022

The council’s public health and education teams are working closely with schools, sharing advice and guidance for parents and carers which has been provided by the UKHSA North East Health Protection Team. 

A plan with frost. The council is offering cold weather advice

Council offers cold weather advice

08 Dec 2022

With the first real cold snap of the winter taking hold, the council is encouraging residents to take some steps to stay safe and warm, especially older people. 

Astley and Whytrig

Planning permission granted for £40m carbon neutral super school

07 Dec 2022

Planning permission has been granted for Northumberland’s first carbon neutral school that is set to transform education for young people in Seaton Valley for generations to come. 

Image demonstrating Farming in Northumberland is future-proofed

Farming in Northumberland is future-proofed

07 Dec 2022

An inquiry report has been launched into the future of farming in Northumberland as part of the Council’s ambitious plans to drive the county towards carbon neutrality by 2030.

Image demonstrating New milestone reached on £21m Morpeth Leisure Centre 

New milestone reached on £21m Morpeth Leisure Centre 

06 Dec 2022

New milestone reached on £21m Morpeth Leisure Centre 

Image demonstrating New Multiple Sclerosis exercise class proving a hit 

New Multiple Sclerosis exercise class proving a hit 

06 Dec 2022

A new weekly exercise class, running in Berwick and geared specifically to help people with Multiple Sclerosis, is growing in popularity with participants starting to reap the physical and mental wellbeing benefits. 

A pile of coins. The council's budget consultation is now live

Residents' views sought on budget priorities

06 Dec 2022

Residents are being invited to have their say on next year’s budget priorities. 

Two year seven pupils from Corbridge Middle School next to a bin wagon

Pupils' green message is anything but rubbish

05 Dec 2022

Pupils from one of the county’s schools will see their recycling messages touring Northumberland over the coming months. 

Impression of the new Ashington College campus

New college campus to be a 'Gen Zero' pioneer

02 Dec 2022

The council has welcomed progress on a flagship college for the county. 

Scene of a large fire in Haltwhistle

Firefighters stand down after major fire in Haltwhistle (updates)

01 Dec 2022

Firefighters are continuing to deal with the aftermath of a large fire in Haltwhistle which broke out overnight. 

Warm Welcome

Network of warm spaces launches in Northumberland 

01 Dec 2022

Northumberland County Council is working with over 150 organisations to provide a warm welcome to those who need it this winter.