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14 May 2025

The County Council has announced the launch of the final phase of its childcare expansion initiative, part of the broader national programme to support working families.

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Northumberland's musical past features in new BBC series

13 May 2025

The musical history of Northumberland is in the national spotlight as part of a new BBC Radio 3 series “The Song Detectorists” which looks at the way music from the regions plays an important role in English cultural history.

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Join in day of activities to mark opening of Hirst Playzone  

13 May 2025

A fantastic new PlayZone is opening in Ashington’s Hirst Park and members of the public are invited to come along and join in a series of fun and free activities that are being held to mark the occasion. 

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Community benefits your mental health

13 May 2025

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Northumberland County Council is supporting the campaign which encourages people to celebrate the power and importance of community.

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Help beach nesting birds this spring and summer

09 May 2025

The Council’s Space for Shorebirds rangers are working hard to protect beach nesting birds and are asking everyone to help by giving nest protection areas lots of space.

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Low Prudhoe flood scheme nears completion

09 May 2025

A complex scheme to resolve the long-standing issue of flooding near Prudhoe Railway Station is nearing completion.  

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A tale of wartime love and loss marks VE Day

08 May 2025

A love story with a bitter twist stands at the centre of an exhibition at Northumberland County Hall in Morpeth to mark VE Day and the end of WWII.

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Scores of county community groups to host VE Day events

08 May 2025

More than 50 organisations across Northumberland will be commemorating VE Day thanks to funding from the County Council. 

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Mobile library gives 95-year-old Tom a lift

07 May 2025

An investment in community services for residents of rural Northumberland is paying off in terms of positive social impact, just weeks after its launch.

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Giant art installation takes over Ashington park

06 May 2025

A stunning land art installation in The People's Park, Ashington, is now complete.

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Tickets still available for VE Day Service at Hexham Abbey

06 May 2025

On 8 May 2025 the country will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. 

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At War & In Peace project to be funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund

29 Apr 2025

Northumberland Archives has been awarded £138,000 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for an ambitious project commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

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Stray dog caught after two-weeks on the run 

29 Apr 2025

  A dog that had been running stray for over two weeks has been caught and is now being well cared for thanks to Northumberland County Council’s animal welfare team

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Countdown is on for re-opening of Prudhoe swimming Pool 

29 Apr 2025

The countdown is now on for the re-opening of the swimming pool at Prudhoe Waterworld following a major £1.6 million refurbishment. 

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Milestone reached as 250,000th passenger journey made on Northumberland Line

25 Apr 2025

Passengers who have made more than 250,000 journeys on Northumberland Line services are being reminded they can beat the queues for tickets by buying online.

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Community given access to new risk plans

24 Apr 2025

Communities across Northumberland and Tyne and Wear will have access to plans to respond to flooding, wildfires and other major incidents thanks to a new Community Risk Register.

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Final Berwick bridge works to take place in coming months

17 Apr 2025

The final phase of restoration works on Berwick’s oldest bridge are to take place over the coming months.

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Thousands flock to latest Ashington community events

16 Apr 2025

New figures show almost 6,000 people attended the latest community events in Ashington as part of the Animating Ashington initiative – with more in the pipeline. 

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Archivist learns Latin to unlock ancient secrets

16 Apr 2025

Dedicated Northumberland archivist Sarah Littlefear is embarking on a new academic quest to help uncover the rich history buried in the region’s oldest documents - by learning Latin from scratch.

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  Appeal to find owners of dogs found abandoned in Blyth 

16 Apr 2025

An appeal is being made to members of the public to come forward if they have any information about two dogs found abandoned in Blyth. 

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Important information for residents ahead of May 1st elections

15 Apr 2025

With just days to go until elections across Northumberland, residents are being reminded of important information ahead of May 1st.

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Rural projects encouraged to apply for funding support

11 Apr 2025

Projects which improve the environment, grow the economy and support communities in rural areas are being invited to apply for a share of £800,000 in funding.  

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Funding boosts tree planting initiative

11 Apr 2025

Northumberland is set to benefit from extra tree coverage thanks to additional government funding.

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Applications open for annual environment awards

09 Apr 2025

Applications are now open for this year’s LOVE Northumberland Awards – the annual celebration of all that is great about community environmental work in the county.    

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Residents are warned of loft insulation scam 

09 Apr 2025

Consumers are being warned about a scam in which unscrupulous companies are targeting homeowners with promises of upgrading their loft insulation for better energy efficiency. These companies are misleading customers into paying for unnecessary, overpriced insulation services under the guise of "energy-saving upgrades." 

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