Northumberland County Council

Northumberland gets talking about money

16 Nov 2018

Northumberland Community Bank hosted a showcase event as part of the national initiative, Talk Money Week 2018.

Angels of the North: Notable Women of the North East

15 Nov 2018

To mark the centenary of the year that (some) women in Britain were allowed the vote, Warkworth authors Baroness Joyce Quinn and Moira Kilkenny will be exploring the remarkable lives of some of the women of the North East at Amble Library on Friday 7 December, 7.00 -8.30 p.m.

Further £7m for county's road improvements

14 Nov 2018

More than £7m of government funding has been allocated for widespread improvements to the county’s road network.

Vandals up in court following treehouse arson at primary school in Blyth

14 Nov 2018

Reckless vandals who caused £20,000 worth of damage to a primary school’s treehouse have been found guilty of arson.

New sign to improve road safety on approach to Morpeth

14 Nov 2018

A new interactive sign aimed at slowing drivers and improving road safety has been installed on the A196 in Hepscott parish, on the approach Morpeth.

Council welcomes feedback on Rothbury Community Hospital

14 Nov 2018

Northumberland County Council has welcomed government feedback on the future of Rothbury Community Hospital.

One day course on offer for new landlords

12 Nov 2018

A one day training course is being laid on in Blyth later this month to provide information and advice to new or would-be landlords.

Northumberland goes purple for accessible shopping day

12 Nov 2018

Prudhoe is doning purple for the UK’s first accessible shopping day, Purple Tuesday, taking place on November 13th 2018.

Park building gets new lease of life

09 Nov 2018

The cafe at Tyne Riverside Country Park in Low Prudhoe is set to re-open after flood damage was repaired and the building refitted.

North of Tyne leaders agree new vision and early funding opportunities

09 Nov 2018

North of Tyne leaders have taken their first significant actions as a combined authority – including the adoption of an exciting new vision document and early priorities to improve the lives of local people.

Advance Northumberland starts on site with major town centre project

08 Nov 2018

The multi-million pound redevelopment of Bedlington town centre has reached a major milestone after a ground breaking ceremony at the former Tesco store.

Digital support on offer as Universal Credit rolls out

08 Nov 2018

Universal Credit Full Service is being rolled out by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) across Northumberland over the next two months.

Have your say on proposed Ponteland fire station move

08 Nov 2018

A consultation event is taking place in Ponteland next Tuesday, 13 November, to seek views on proposals to relocate the town’s fire station.

New play equipment on its way for Plessey Woods

07 Nov 2018

A new children’s play area is on its way for Plessey Woods Country Park in Northumberland.

Two commemorative stones unveiled to recognise Ashington war heroes

07 Nov 2018

Commemorative stones were unveiled during a ceremony at Ashington memorial garden to recognise war heroes from the town.

Historic bridge scheme nets grant funding

07 Nov 2018

The historic Union Chain Bridge linking England and Scotland is among seven Scottish Borders projects set to share over £150,000 in the latest round of grant awards from the Fallago Environment Fund.

Nurseries Rewarded for Spreading the Love of Reading

07 Nov 2018

Three Early Years centres have been rewarded for their commitment in “Promoting a Love of Reading” amongst their children, families & the wider community.