Update on Storm Arwen 1.40pm 28/11

28 Nov 2021

The Council is continuing to support residents and keep the county moving as it tackles the after effects of Storm Arwen. 

Update on Storm Arwen 11.45am 27/11

27 Nov 2021

The County Council is working round the clock as part of its response to Storm Arwen. 

Leisure Centre drop-off points for Christmas gift appeal 

24 Nov 2021

Active Northumberland Leisure Centres are nominated drop off points for Metro Radio’s Mission Christmas appeal which is collecting presents for sick and disadvantaged children across the north-east. 

Northumberland fly-tipper is fined

23 Nov 2021

  A Northumberland man who fly tipped illegally on two occasions has been brought to justice following an investigation by  Northumberland County Council. 

Could you be a fitness or swimming instructor?

17 Nov 2021

Active Northumberland is looking to recruit new fitness instructors and swimming instructors to join its team. 

Bridge repair scheme making good progress

17 Nov 2021

A £5million project to repair bridges in the county is making good progress. 

Local resident receives keys to new affordable home

16 Nov 2021

People have started to move in to the new affordable homes that have been built in the rural town of Wooler.  

Christmas shopping tips: How to stay safe when buying online

15 Nov 2021

With hundreds of independent retailers in Northumberland we’re sure you’ll be sure to find everything you need and more for the festive season. We always recommend buying locally wherever possible, either in local shops or through their websites, to look after our small businesses and protect local jobs. 

Glass recycling trial to be extended

12 Nov 2021

A successful glass recycling trial in the county is being extended until 2023. 

Website launched to help kickstart careers in Northumberland

11 Nov 2021

New website www.northumberlandskills.co.uk for those looking to learn, discover and grow their careers.

New Discovery Duckling swimming lessons for babies 3 – 36 months  

11 Nov 2021

Active Northumberland is starting introductory swimming lessons for babies and young children which are the perfect way to gently introduce your child to swimming and begin a lifelong love of water

Hepscott Park Garden Café reopens 

10 Nov 2021

  The Garden Café at Hepscott Park is open for business once more and has a warm welcome waiting for all its customers.   

New bird flu cases lead to tighter controls across England 

08 Nov 2021

It is now a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from avian influenza. 

Health chiefs issue warning as county Covid cases remain high

08 Nov 2021

With cases of Covid remaining high across the region, Northumberland residents are being urged to remain cautious and do all they can to protect themselves.    

Busy Bonfire Night for fire crews in Northumberland

06 Nov 2021

Firefighters across Northumberland were faced with a busy Bonfire night as their fire control handled 343 calls.

Fitness fun for the young

04 Nov 2021

Two new children’s fitness classes are starting at Ashington Leisure Centre and they promise to be great fun! 

Voluntary organisations receive prestigious Queen’s Award 

02 Nov 2021

Three voluntary organisations in Northumberland have been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for their service to the community. 

Two more stations approved for Northumberland Line

02 Nov 2021

Progress is racing ahead on The Northumberland Line rail project - with approval now granted for two more stations. 

Transport leaders approve region’s Bus Service Improvement Plan

29 Oct 2021

Transport leaders have approved the region’s Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) at a meeting of the North East Joint Transport Committee.

Region leading the way to a net zero economy

28 Oct 2021

The region's leaders have reiterated their commitment to a greener planet, ahead of the COP26 climate change conference.

Northumberland social worker shortlisted for national award

28 Oct 2021

A social worker from Northumberland has been selected as a finalist in the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2021. 

Duchess presents British Empire Medals to dedicated residents 

27 Oct 2021

Four Northumberland residents have been presented with British Empire Medals for their dedicated community and voluntary service.  

Council Leader Welcomes Government’s Budget and Spending Review

27 Oct 2021

  The Leader of Northumberland County Council has welcomed the Chancellor’s Budget and Spending Review statement today, which has set out Government funding and priorities for the next three years. 

Work starts on major upgrade to Newbiggin Sport & Community Centre 

27 Oct 2021

Work starts on major upgrade to Newbiggin Sport Centre 

Northumberland Trading Standards seize illicit tobacco worth £4,000  

26 Oct 2021

Over 12,000 illicit cigarettes and numerous packets of hand rolling tobacco worth £4,000 have been seized by Northumberland County Councils Trading Standards Service during a number of recent inspections.