02 Feb 2023
In recognition of their work to address racial inequality within the organisation, Northumberland County Council has been awarded with the Race Equality Matters (REM) Bronze Trailblazer Status.
01 Feb 2023
Work will start in February to make way for a new state-of-the-art-learning facility, the Energy Central Learning Hub at the Port of Blyth.
31 Jan 2023
Northumberland’s Public Protection Trading Standards team is urging residents to be careful when approached by door-to-door salespeople.
Residents and businesses are being invited to give their views on a proposal for a new Norham and Islandshire Neighbourhood Plan Area.
28 Jan 2023
The leader of Northumberland County Council has issued a short statement after two teenagers were stabbed in Hexham on January 27th.
26 Jan 2023
Active Northumberland has launched a brand-new customer-friendly website, www.activenorthumbeland.org.uk making it much easier for customers to navigate and find their favourite activities and leisure services.
People across the North East are being asked for their views following the announcement of a £4.2 billion devolution deal.
25 Jan 2023
Supporting people to stop smoking is a priority for Northumberland County Council and the new website www.stopsmokingnorthumberland.co.uk unlocks help and advice for people on their journey to quitting.
Detailed designs for new school proposals in Amble will go on display for the first time.
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service, as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.
24 Jan 2023
The council has welcomed news that a scores of new electric buses are coming to the region.
23 Jan 2023
Tributes have been paid to the world’s oldest retired firefighter after he sadly passed away last week.
Building work has started on one of the UK’s most advanced wastepaper recycling plants after Essity Prudhoe Mill was given the green light by planners.
19 Jan 2023
The council has scooped almost £15m funding towards new cycling and walking routes for Tynedale and Bedlington - to make it easier, safer and greener for people to get around the county.
A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.
18 Jan 2023
An opportunity to play a key role in Northumberland County Council’s next Climate Change Action Plan is coming up.
For the first time, voters will need to show photo ID when they vote in person at elections in England.
17 Jan 2023
Newcastle Wheelchair Ruby Club is looking to recruit new members to start a junior team to enable players to reap the many physical and mental wellbeing benefits the sport can bring.
The Leader of Northumberland County Council has expressed his great disappointment at news car battery maker Britishvolt has gone into administration – but says he remains hopeful for the future .
16 Jan 2023
A Northumberland gentleman, Angus Lunn has been awarded the MBE for services to education and to peatland conservation.
13 Jan 2023
Politicians at North East local authorities will be holding meetings over the coming week to progress plans towards the delivery of a £4.2billion devolution deal for the region.
10 Jan 2023
Landlords and agents are being invited to attend a free event aimed at providing updates on new housing legislation and industry issues.
Over 100 part-time courses and apprenticeships are available across Northumberland for anyone looking to gain a new skill for the new year.
Public consultation drop-in sessions will take place to discuss the future model of schools in the Berwick Partnership.