Pupils leaving Whytrigg Middle School for the last time

End of term marks new chapter for pupils of new Seaton Valley super schools

18 Jul 2025

Staff and pupils at Astley Community High School and Whytrig Middle School walked out of their school gates for the final time today as they look forward to the opening of their new “super-schools” in September.  

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Council welcomes selection for new Government programme

18 Jul 2025

The County Council is to share its expertise after being chosen as one of the areas to benefit from the Government’s “innovation squads” as part of a £100 million ‘Test, Learn and Grow’ reform programme. 

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Council launches annual canvass to update electoral register

17 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council is encouraging residents to ensure they are on the electoral register, as the council kicks off its annual canvass.

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Blyth Celebrates: Final line-up announced

17 Jul 2025

Blyth Celebrates is delighted to announce 38 new creative projects and activities taking place across the town from August 2025 to March 2026.

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Awards celebrate the county's green heroes

17 Jul 2025

The very best in community and voluntary environmental work across the county has been celebrated at this year’s LOVE Northumberland awards ceremony.  

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Trading standards warn of unsafe counterfeit Labubu toys 

16 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council Trading Standards officers are warning both consumers, and businesses after counterfeit versions of the collectible Labubu dolls, posing a safety risk to children, are being found on sale in shops across the county. 

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Fourteen of the Best: Northumberland’s Parks Win National Green Flag Awards

15 Jul 2025

Northumberland is celebrating a record-breaking achievement with 14 of its parks being awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award – the highest number the county has ever received.

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New Deputy Lieutenants appointed for Northumberland 

14 Jul 2025

Five new Deputy Lieutenants have been appointed for Northumberland. 

Image demonstrating HWRC sites offering assistance to residents to drive recycling rates 

HWRC sites offering assistance to residents to drive recycling rates 

14 Jul 2025

​Northumberland County Council, along with Waste Contractors Suez, are beginning a new countywide initiative to help protect our environment by driving up recycling rates and preventing waste to landfill. 

ACGI of a possible design for the new Berwick Academy

Berwick Academy design options go on show for first time

10 Jul 2025

Detailed design options for the multi-million-pound investment into Berwick Academy have gone on display for the first time.  

The market square in Alnwick

Multi-million pound Alnwick town centre investment backed

09 Jul 2025

Over £270,000 in funding has been approved to kick start a multi-million pound investment package to regenerate Alnwick town centre.   

The market place in Bedlington

Bedlington town centre improvements hit another milestone

09 Jul 2025

Bedlington’s town centre regeneration has reached a major milestone with the completion of the Market Place project.

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Council protects vulnerable adults with scam call blocking devices  

09 Jul 2025

Some of the most elderly and vulnerable people in Northumberland who have been plagued by nuisance and scam phone calls have been given greater security and peace of mind after being loaned telephone blocking devices by Northumberland County Council.  

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Case workers support Armed Forces Community 

08 Jul 2025

On the back of Armed Forces Week, Northumberland County Council is reminding veterans, their families, and widowers right across the county that they are not forgotten, and support is available should they need it. 

Image demonstrating Work starting on exciting community PlayZone for Newbiggin 

Work starting on exciting community PlayZone for Newbiggin 

08 Jul 2025

Work is starting this week on the construction of a new PlayZone in Newbiggin which will be used for a range of sport and physical activities. 

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A magical summer of books and nature awaits

03 Jul 2025

Children can enjoy a world of fun, imagination, books and discovery in the great outdoors this summer by taking part in Northumberland County Council Library Service’s Summer Reading Challenge.

Children's Homes staff receive long service awards during Children's Homes Fortnight

Northumberland launches first Children’s Home Fortnight to thank dedicated carers

02 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council is proud to launch its first Children’s Homes Fortnight.  The two-week event celebrates the life-changing impact of the teams working in our homes across Northumberland and the wider North East. 

Image demonstrating Blyth event provided support for Armed Forces community  

Blyth event provided support for Armed Forces community  

02 Jul 2025

  During Armed Forces Week Northumberland County Council hosted an Armed Forces Awareness Day to highlight the support that is available in Northumberland for veterans, reservists, serving personnel and their families. 

Berwick Academy design public consultation event

Public event to give first look at design options for Berwick Academy

02 Jul 2025

Detailed design options for the multi-million-pound investment into Berwick Academy will go on display for the first time next week. 

Image demonstrating New Bluetongue control measures introduced for moving livestock 

New Bluetongue control measures introduced for moving livestock 

01 Jul 2025

Northumberland County Council Trading Standards and Animal Health Team are urging farmers to be aware of the upcoming changes in England for Bluetongue control measures and to plan ahead if moving livestock. 

Image demonstrating Residents warned of another Council Tax scam  

Residents warned of another Council Tax scam  

01 Jul 2025

Northumberland residents are being warned to be on their guard following another spate of  Council Tax scams in the county.  

Remaining quads are searching for footage of their birth

Maternity project wants to help quads find film of their birth

30 Jun 2025

The rare birth of a set of naturally conceived quadruplets is just one of the fascinating stories uncovered by a look into the heritage of maternity healthcare in Northumberland. 

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Council joins forces for Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week

30 Jun 2025

Northumberland County Council is highlighting its commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and making local communities safer by joining the national awareness week, which runs from Monday 30th June - Friday 4th July.

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New materials being accepted at some Household Waste Recovery Centres

27 Jun 2025

UPVC window frames, door frames and guttering now being accepted at some Household Waste Recovery Centres.

Sarah Turner from Whitley Bay at the Energy Central Learning Campus

Northumberland Skills learner making waves with Northumbrian Water

27 Jun 2025

A talented local engineering student is celebrating success after securing a competitive apprenticeship with Northumbrian Water.