Changes made to Hexham one-way system

30 Oct 2020

Further changes have been made to the temporary one-way system in Hexham town centre as a result of local feedback. 

Stay safe this bonfire night

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.

Leaders concern at Covid rise

29 Oct 2020

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.

Team appointed to take Hexham High Streets Heritage Action Zone forward

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. 

Household waste permit scheme reintroduced for residents

26 Oct 2020

The council’s popular household waste permit scheme is being reintroduced from Monday 26 October.

Extra funding to support communities through Covid schemes  

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.   

Tourist trail complete again as bridge re-opens

22 Oct 2020

A famous walking route is complete once again after a key footbridge was rebuilt in west Northumberland. 

Plea to avoid balloon releases 

22 Oct 2020

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 urged to enjoy a safe but spooky Halloween

22 Oct 2020

Families in Northumberland are being encouraged to have a spooky but safe Halloween this year. 

New online pilates class for mams-to-be  

22 Oct 2020

Active Northumberland is about to start a new online pilates class to help mums-to-be to exercise from the comfort and safety of their own home. 

Leaders welcome extra support for businesses

22 Oct 2020

The region's leaders have welcomed additional business support announced by the Chancellor.

'Hard work paying off but no room for complacency'

21 Oct 2020

North East leaders have praised the efforts of everyone as the rate of Covid infections slows - but have urged everyone to keep doing their bit.

Northumberland Local Plan Phase 2 hearings get underway

20 Oct 2020

The next stage in completion of a Local Plan for the whole of Northumberland gets underway this week.

Area to stay at "High" alert level, leaders confirm

16 Oct 2020

Following constructive discussions with Government today it's confirmed our area will stay at High Alert Level 2.

County parks once again among the UK’s best  

15 Oct 2020

Eleven Northumberland’s parks have been awarded prestigious Green Flag Awards by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, which recognises them as some of the very best in the country. 

Joint LA7 Leaders statement: opposition to move to Tier 3

15 Oct 2020

The Leaders of all seven councils in Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and County Durham, along with the North of Tyne Mayor and the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, remain united in our approach to tackling the pandemic.

Ensure dog microchip details are up to date – it's the law 

14 Oct 2020

Northumberland County Council is urging all dog owners to ensure their dogs are microchipped and that the details that are held on record are kept up to date.

Glass recycling trial agreed and will start soon

13 Oct 2020

The council’s cabinet has approved a trial scheme where 4,000 homes will be able to recycle glass bottles and jars in a new wheeled bin.

Blyth Mother and son prosecuted for animal neglect 

12 Oct 2020

  A Blyth mother and son have been prosecuted for neglect of their dogs by Northumberland County Council. 

Self-isolation support scheme now live

12 Oct 2020

A new scheme has been introduced which will give financial support to people who are required by law to self-isolate and who are on low incomes.

Full Closure Order served on Berwick property following complaints 

12 Oct 2020

A full closure order has been served on a house in Berwick due to continued and escalating anti-social behaviour at the property and the breaching of Covid 19 regulations.  

Local leaders react to Prime Minister's announcement

12 Oct 2020

Following discussions with Leaders and MPs across the region, the Government has indicated today that the North East region will be subject the ‘high’ level - as with all other areas, this will be kept under close review by Government and Public Health England and subject to change at any time in line with case numbers, hospital admissions and local hospital capacity. 

Professional walker fined for failing to clear up after dog  

08 Oct 2020

Professional dog walker prosecuted for breaching Public Spaces Protection Order on Cambois Beach.

Drivers advised of A697 roadworks

07 Oct 2020

Drivers are being advised of road improvement works on the A697 over the coming weeks. 

Glass recycling trial set to get underway in Northumberland

07 Oct 2020

As part of its drive to combat climate change and improve recycling rates in Northumberland, the council is proposing a pilot scheme where residents can recycle glass bottles and jars from their homes.