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GCSE students celebrate in Northumberland

22 Aug 2019

Pupils across Northumberland have been celebrating today as they receive their GCSE results.

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Northumberland's Julie shortlisted for apprenticeship awards

22 Aug 2019

A Northumberland apprentice has beaten off strong competition to make it through to the regional finals of the National Apprenticeship Awards 2019.

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Beware of fast flowing water when walking dogs

20 Aug 2019

Dog owners are being advised to keep their dogs on the lead when around fast flowing water, following the death of two dogs that were swept away in Northumberland after getting into difficulty in strong currents.

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Views sought on proposed changes to Longhoughton Parish Council

19 Aug 2019

The electoral arrangements of Longhoughton Parish Council are  currently being examined with a view to changing the distribution of parish councillors between its three wards.

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Residents warned over banking scam

19 Aug 2019

Residents are being urged to be on their guard over Visa/Bank activity scams.

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Northumberland schools improve their A-level figures

15 Aug 2019

Students have been celebrating their achievements today in what has been an extremely good year for A-levels. 

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Guidance for A-level and GCSE results days

14 Aug 2019

Some helpful guidance for young people receiving their exam results

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County leading the way on keeping horses and riders safe

13 Aug 2019

The County Council has teamed up with The British Horse Society (BHS) and the ‘Horses and Road Safety Awareness’ (HRSA) organisation to highlight the potential safety issues experienced by horses and riders on the county’s roads.

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Help at hand for flooding issues

12 Aug 2019

After the recent spell of severe wet weather, a variety of help and information is available about planning, preparing for and dealing with flooding.

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Weather update - August 11 at 10.30am

11 Aug 2019

Fire crews and council staff are working with partners as they continue to closely  monitor the weather in Northumberland.

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Teams dealing with weather related incidents (7pm 10/8/19)

10 Aug 2019

Fire crews and council staff have been busy working with partners dealing with a number of weather related incidents in Northumberland.

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Residents urged to be on guard against loan sharks

09 Aug 2019

Northumberland County Council is urging residents to be on their guard when borrowing money or being offered credit.

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Council’s bold plans for 1,000 affordable homes 

06 Aug 2019

Northumberland County Councillors have rubber stamped a new housing strategy that sets an ambitious target to see up to 1,000 new affordable homes built in the county over the next four years.

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World's leading teams announced for Tour

06 Aug 2019

Some of world cycling's biggest teams will be speeding through the region next month.

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Stores praised after knife operation

05 Aug 2019

Northumberland shops have been praised once again following Operation Sceptre knife test purchases.

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Discovering Northumberland’s historic past

02 Aug 2019

Northumberland is full to the brim with hidden gems of historic knowledge if you know where to look.

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Rainy day fun with Active Northumberland

01 Aug 2019

If you’re struggling for things to do during rainy days this summer, Active Northumberland has got you covered, offering 50% off a range of indoor sports at all of its centres.

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Council’s commitment to tackle Northumberland’s housing challenges

01 Aug 2019

County Councillors are set to rubber stamp a new housing strategy for the county to tackle the housing needs of young residents, the elderly and those living in rural communities. 

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Summer roadshow will promote staying active, connected and well

29 Jul 2019

A ‘Shades of Summer’ roadshow next week is set to help elderly people to stay active and connected in their communities.

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Views sought on services for families in Northumberland

26 Jul 2019

If you or your family have attended a children’s centre in Northumberland - or received support from the early help family team - then the council wants to hear from you.

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Keen interest in new apprenticeship programme

25 Jul 2019

There has been very strong interest in a new apprenticeship which will equip people for a career in caring.

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Council welcomes multi-million pound digital funding

24 Jul 2019

Northumberland County Council has welcomed £12m funding to boost digital connectivity in rural communities.

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Early years network shortlisted for national award

23 Jul 2019

The Northumberland Early Years Professionals Network has been shortlisted for a national award.

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Looking for a roundabout way of promoting business?

22 Jul 2019

Did you know you can promote your business with the council through our Roundabout Sponsorship Scheme?

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North of Tyne takes centre stage for national cycle race

19 Jul 2019

Teams for the prestigious OVO Energy Tour of Britain cycle race have been announced today (Friday 19 July), as the North of Tyne prepares to host the third stage of the race on Monday 9 September.