23 Nov 2020
Businesses which remained open during late September and October this year, but were severely impacted by the Covid rules which restricted socialising, can now apply for a support grant.
An innovative partnership between local authorities, housing associations and learning providers is providing essential support to housing tenants in Northumberland to help boost their employability skills.
18 Nov 2020
The North East’s health and political leaders have issued the following statement today - 14 days to the end of lockdown on 2 December:
13 Nov 2020
Applications have opened today for the first set of grants - these will support businesses which have been required to close in the national lockdown.
Health and council leaders in Northumberland are to host their first ever online coronavirus public question time next week.
12 Nov 2020
Let’s not throw away all your hard work – that’s the message from the leaders of North East councils after a surge in Covid cases since lockdown.
11 Nov 2020
Two more Local COVID-19 Testing Centres are to open in Northumberland – in Berwick and Hexham.
10 Nov 2020
Northumberland County Council’s Cabinet has approved budget proposals for the coming year - which will now go out for public consultation next month.
09 Nov 2020
Active Northumberland sports centres across the county are now closed for the lockdown, in line with government guidance - but don’t put your feet up just yet as their fitness instructors will be running free online classes to keep you moving and your spirits raised.
08 Nov 2020
The County Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to provide free school meals over the holidays.
06 Nov 2020
We know many of you will be looking for places to enjoy your daily exercise during the next few weeks.
The council has confirmed that all Household Waste Recovery Centres (tips) in Northumberland will remain open to residents during the month-long national lockdown beginning Thursday 5 November.
04 Nov 2020
An exclusive helpline and online self-help service is available to people living in Northumberland who may be worried about how the current pandemic is affecting their mental health.
03 Nov 2020
Northumberland County Council’s commitment to provide a multi-million-pound learning and leisure campus in Ponteland is now complete and this week hundreds of excited pupils moved into their new schools to begin their learning journey.
02 Nov 2020
Keep doing your bit now and we can get out of lockdown in a better position - that's the message today from the region's leaders
01 Nov 2020
The Leader has issued a message to residents and businesses following the Prime Minister's announcement.
30 Oct 2020
Further changes have been made to the temporary one-way system in Hexham town centre as a result of local feedback.
29 Oct 2020
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is urging everyone to stay safe this bonfire night, and for people to take extra care if they are planning to have their own fireworks.
The region's leaders have thanked everyone for their efforts leading to a slow down in Covid infections but say the rate is still too high.
27 Oct 2020
The start of a scheme which will secure lasting improvements to Hexham town centre has come a step closer, with the appointment of two members of staff to manage the programme.
26 Oct 2020
The council’s popular household waste permit scheme is being reintroduced from Monday 26 October.
25 Oct 2020
Northumberland County Council has announced it is taking new steps to help county councillors to provide Covid related support in their communities.
22 Oct 2020
A famous walking route is complete once again after a key footbridge was rebuilt in west Northumberland.
Northumberland County Council is appealing to the public to consider other alternatives to balloon releases which are often used for events and memorials, but can have a devastating impact on local marine environment and wildlife.
Families in Northumberland are being encouraged to have a spooky but safe Halloween this year.