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.
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.
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.
Detailed design options for the multi-million-pound investment into Berwick Academy will go on display for the first time next week.
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.
Northumberland residents are being warned to be on their guard following another spate of Council Tax scams in the county.
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.
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.
27 Jun 2025
UPVC window frames, door frames and guttering now being accepted at some Household Waste Recovery Centres.
A talented local engineering student is celebrating success after securing a competitive apprenticeship with Northumbrian Water.
26 Jun 2025
Major works to tackle the landslip on the B6343 Mitford Road near Morpeth will be starting this summer.
Northumberland has been celebrating its thriving technology sector as part of a regional festival championing tech growth in the North East.
New train artwork celebrating the reopening of the Northumberland Line and the history of the local area has been unveiled.
25 Jun 2025
Another milestone has been reached on a major scheme to improve travel infrastructure in Bedlington.
From August 2025 to March 2026, Blyth town centre will come alive with a vibrant programme of free events, festivals, live performances, hands-on activities and creative experiences for all ages – all part of Blyth Celebrates.
Northumberland County Council has won two prestigious awards for its dedication to upgrading the energy efficiency of homes across the county.
24 Jun 2025
Local residents who are interested in renting out one of the new affordable dementia friendly bungalows that are being built in Blyth are being encouraged to get in touch with the county council and express an interest.
19 Jun 2025
The building that housed the former Riverside Leisure Centre in Morpeth has been withdrawn from the market by Northumberland County Council as the tenders received for its development did not meet the authority’s aspirations for the site.
Northumberland County Council is proud to mark Employability Day (20 June 2025) by opening applications for a wide range of apprenticeship opportunities, starting this September.
18 Jun 2025
Northumberland County Council is reaffirming its commitment to help residents find meaningful work, develop new skills and build brighter futures by marking the UK’s annual Employability Day.
17 Jun 2025
The county council is hosting an Armed Forces Awareness Day to highlight the support that is available in Northumberland for veterans, reservists, serving personnel and their families.
13 Jun 2025
Plans for Blyth Relief Road have taken a major step forward after a planning application was submitted for the scheme.
11 Jun 2025
Northumberland County Council has taken part in a national initiative to celebrate the important role libraries play in transforming lives and strengthening communities across the UK.
The much-valued Wooler Post Office has been saved and the flat above it will be turned into an affordable home to rent, thanks to a partnership scheme between The Glendale Gateway Trust and Northumberland County Council.
10 Jun 2025
Work is getting underway on the council’s summer programme to make travelling on Northumberland’s roads a smoother experience.