The Maltings Theatre in Berwick

Council emphasises commitment to Berwick Maltings scheme

25 Jan 2024

The County Council has stressed its commitment to a new Maltings theatre venue for Berwick. 

A graphic stating communities in the region are set to benefit from a £160m North EAst investment zone

County set for key role as Investment Zones identified

24 Jan 2024

Northumberland is to play a key role in the North East’s advanced manufacturing and green industries sectors, which are set for a jobs boost as a multi-million pound investment progresses. 

Councillors and staff outside the Energy Central Learning Hub in Blyth

New flagship learning facility announces second educational partner

23 Jan 2024

Blyth-based Energy Central Learning Hub has welcomed a new educational partner, Northumberland Skills, to deliver training in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.

wind warning

Storm support continues for residents in Northumberland 

23 Jan 2024

The Council is continuing to support residents affected by Storm Isha.  

Image demonstrating Local organisations invited to supplier support event 

Local organisations invited to supplier support event 

22 Jan 2024

Northumberland County Council is to host a special event aimed at helping local organisations to do business with the council and to help boost the local economy. 

Empty vape containers in front of a bin wagon

Vape message taking to the county's roads

22 Jan 2024

An important reminder for vapes to be disposed of properly is taking to the county’s roads. 

A graphic warning of windy weather

Clean-up continues after Storm Isha

22 Jan 2024

The Council is continuing to support residents in the aftermath of Storm Isha. 

Childcare choices

Parents in Northumberland urged to apply for new childcare support

19 Jan 2024

Parents in Northumberland are urged to apply for new childcare support coming soon.  

a graphic promoting the council's online budget question and answer session which takes place on January 31

Questions sought for online budget Q+A

19 Jan 2024

Residents are being encouraged to submit questions to the Council’s leadership on this year’s budget plans. 

Berwick Old Bridge. Repair work is starting on January 25th

Repairs for Berwick bridge starting ahead of 400th anniversary

19 Jan 2024

Repair works on Berwick’s oldest bridge are getting underway – ahead of its 400th anniversary later this year. 

A photo of a key in a door.

Rent increase to support continued investment in council housing

17 Jan 2024

In line with the Government’s rent increase formula for social housing, Northumberland County Council will be increasing council tenants' rents by 7.70% from 1 April 2024. 

 A builder jumping in the air in front of a new house

Council to buy more affordable housing in Alnwick

16 Jan 2024

The County Council has agreed to purchase two new houses in Alnwick which it will rent at an affordable rate to local people in housing need.  

An aerial shot of progress on the Northumberland Line at Newsham, Blyth

Passenger rail service confirmed for 2024 opening

16 Jan 2024

The Northumberland Line – bringing passenger services back between the South East of the county and central Newcastle – will be open from Summer 2024.

Image demonstrating Gold award for Council’s support to Armed Forces Community

Gold award for Council’s support to Armed Forces Community

16 Jan 2024

Northumberland County Council has maintained its Gold Standard Award for the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

Councillors and chair of Ashington Board Board in the town centre

Council to acquire sites to transform Ashington town centre

16 Jan 2024

The Council is to acquire two major town-centre sites in Ashington as part of the ongoing £30m regeneration programme in the town. 

Separating better

Northumberland pilots new app to support separating parents

15 Jan 2024

A new app to support parents during the challenges of separation has launched in Northumberland 

A group of school children with their hands up in a lesson. Text says

Reception place applications are closing soon!

12 Jan 2024

Was your child born between 1 September 2019 and 31 August 2020 and starting school in September 2024? Apply for reception.

Northumberland Registration team sat on a staircase inside Morpeth Town Hall

You’re invited – To our wedding fair

11 Jan 2024

Meet the Northumberland Registrar team this January and make your dream Northumberland wedding a reality. Join us on Sunday, January 21, from 11am to 3pm for a free wedding fair, hosted by Northumberland County Council’s Registration Service. No tickets required.

Image demonstrating Funding awarded to pioneering environmental and climate projects in Northumberland

Funding awarded to pioneering environmental and climate projects in Northumberland

09 Jan 2024

Successful community groups in Northumberland are benefiting from financial support from Northumberland County Council’s Environment and Climate Fund to support environmental and climate change initiatives in the county. 

A view of Hexham town centre

Hexham's one-way system being re-introduced

03 Jan 2024

A temporary one-way system in Hexham that had been lifted in December to support residents and businesses during the Christmas trading period is to be re-introduced on Monday 8th January. 

The inside of a bus. New services are being launched by Border Buses in January 2024

New bus routes unwrapped for 2024

02 Jan 2024

A local bus company is adding a new route to its network, as well as making improvements to current services.   

Ronnie Wright

Northumberland Fire and Rescue officer recognised in New Year Honours

30 Dec 2023

A Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service officer has been awarded the British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours. 

Groups of people discussing employment barriers at Newbiggin

Organisations commit to removing employment barriers

22 Dec 2023

Scores of professionals are finding solutions to employment barriers faced by Northumberland residents. 

Supported Lodgings

Could you transform the life of a young person?

22 Dec 2023

Could you make a difference to the life of a young person and support them on their journey to independence? 

Horton Grange is Ofsted Outstanding

Ofsted rates “vibrant and caring” Horton Grange as outstanding

22 Dec 2023

Horton Grange Primary School in Blyth is celebrating after being rated outstanding in every judgement area.