14 Jul 2020
A consultation has been launched on new evidence presented as part of the local plan making process in Northumberland.
The popular Northumberland Homefinder service that is used to search and apply for a home is back up and running.
13 Jul 2020
Active Northumberland sports and leisure centres around the county are to reopen on Saturday 25 July, with stringent new hygiene and social distancing practices in place to keep customers and staff safe and well.
The new Hexham schools scheme has received a boost, with news of a £482,575 grant towards a 3G sports pitch.
10 Jul 2020
Creative Freelancers in Northumberland are being asked to take part in a research project to help shape the future of their industry.
09 Jul 2020
Residents in Northumberland are being urged to safeguard their vote at election time by sparing just a few minutes of their time to make sure their name is on the electoral register.
Blyth is to get a further £750,000 cash boost as plans for its regeneration continue to gather pace.
08 Jul 2020
Northumberland County Council has appointed telecommunications company BT to deliver a major scheme to boost digital connectivity in the county.
07 Jul 2020
New accessible toilet facilities in two of the county’s key tourist locations have been given the green light.
The restoration of the world-famous 200-year-old Union Chain Bridge has taken a big step forward with the appointment of the main works contractor.
06 Jul 2020
Northumberland County Council’s Public Protection Service is warning residents of the dangers of dealing with doorstep callers selling fish, following a recent spate of incidents across the county.
Active Northumberland has started a virtual weight management course, with sessions delivered over the video conferencing platform Zoom to participants across the county.
03 Jul 2020
Safety remains the priority as the council works with residents and businesses as lockdown restrictions are eased further from this weekend.
Northumberland County Council’s has published its Local Outbreak Prevention and Control Plan outlining actions that will be taken where confirmed or suspected cases of Coronavirus are identified within priority settings in the county.
As Pride month drew to a close, Northumberland County Council took time to reflect on the fantastic activities that took place.
01 Jul 2020
Celebrities have been showing their support for a community dance-along which showcased the county’s kindness
30 Jun 2020
Work is complete on the transformation of one of the county’s top country park visitor centres.
29 Jun 2020
Following the government’s recent announcement, the County Council is now planning for a phased reopening of its library services from Monday 6th July 2020.
26 Jun 2020
Northumberland Library members can now access thousands of magazines and newspapers online thanks to a new digital service.
25 Jun 2020
More funding is now available to help homes and businesses in rural areas of Northumberland and Cumbria get access to much faster and more reliable internet connections.
The council is providing artwork wraps to improve the look of a closed store in a prominent location in Hexham town centre.
23 Jun 2020
An ambitious recovery plan has been approved by the council’s cabinet today - setting out how the council and the county can recover.
In celebration of Pride Month, staff and residents at Tynedale House care home in Blyth organised their own Acceptance Pride event.
22 Jun 2020
The second phase of an exciting £5 million scheme, funded by Northumberland County Council, to rejuvenate and modernise Blyth Sports Centre is due to start this week.
Businesses across Northumberland are being encouraged to sign up to a public pact to ensure lifelong practical backing for our armed forces and their families.