Create hope through change this World Suicide Prevention Day

07 Sep 2021

World Suicide Prevention Day takes place on 10th September and Northumberland County Council is sharing easy to follow advice to help look after your mental health.

Northumberland residents encouraged to make positive changes as drinking levels rise

07 Sep 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought substantial change and disruption to many. For some, this pressure has had a significant impact on individual drinking levels and residents in Northumberland are now being encouraged to make positive changes to their drinking habits.

Work starts at Britishvolt site 

06 Sep 2021

Work has started on site at the Britishvolt development at Cambois. 

Council welcomes new rail service for Northumberland

02 Sep 2021

The council has warmly welcomed the announcement of a new rail service between Newcastle and Edinburgh calling at a number of key stations in Northumberland.

New parking spaces coming to Berwick

02 Sep 2021

Extra parking spaces are coming to Berwick quayside. 

Residents urged to give The Tour a warm Northumbrian welcome

01 Sep 2021

With just over a week to go until the AJ Bell Tour of Britain races through Northumberland, businesses, community groups and local residents are being called upon to help decorate the route and help turn the county red and yellow - the colours of the Northumberland flag.

Star-studded startlist revealed for 2021 Tour of Britain

01 Sep 2021

British sporting heroes, Tokyo 2020 medallists, world champions and former stage and jersey winners will all feature in this year’s Tour of Britain (Sunday 5 – 12 September), the full start list for which has been revealed this week.

Providing affordable housing remains council’s top priority 

01 Sep 2021

Northumberland County Council is reaffirming that the provision of more affordable housing in the county, in areas of greatest need, continues to be one of its top priorities. 

Return of free waste bags for Green Dog Walkers 

01 Sep 2021

Residents who have signed up to the county’s Green Dog Walker scheme can again collect free dog waste bags from Northumberland libraries.

AJ Bell announced as title partner of the Tour of Britain and Women's Tour

31 Aug 2021

AJ Bell has been confirmed as the new title partner of the 2021 AJ Bell Tour of Britain and AJ Bell Women’s Tour, Britain’s biggest and most prestigious cycle races.

World champion Julian Alaphilippe returning to the Tour of Britain

28 Aug 2021

French star and reigning UCI road world champion Julian Alaphilippe will return to the Tour of Britain next month for the first time since winning the UK’s leading race in 2018.

August Bank Holiday bin collections

27 Aug 2021

Due to the Bank Holiday on Monday 30 August, bin collections will take place one day later than usual for one week.

Rail timetable plan delay welcomed

27 Aug 2021

The leader of Northumberland County Council has given a cautious welcome that plans which would negatively impact on rail travel in the county have been put on hold. 

Eisberg renews as partner of Tour of Britain

27 Aug 2021

Eisberg, the UK’s leading alcohol-free wine brand, will celebrate five years of partnership with Britain’s biggest professional cycle race, the Tour of Britain, after renewing their commitment to supporting the event, which takes place 5 to 12 September.

Firefighters kick off charity football match

26 Aug 2021

Firefighters from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service went head-to-head in their first footballing derby at the weekend to raise money for charity.

Holidaymakers encouraged to Shop Local

25 Aug 2021

Those choosing a staycation in Northumberland this year or a holiday close to home are being encouraged to Shop Local and support local retailers.

New NHS partner agreed for health visiting and school nursing services

25 Aug 2021

The new partnership aims to link these services more closely with other services which support children and young people across the county. 

Council to support Afghanistan resettlement programme 

24 Aug 2021

The Leader of Northumberland County Council, Glen Sanderson has joined the residents of Northumberland in voicing his sadness and concern for the people of Afghanistan and has confirmed the council’s commitment to supporting those fleeing their homes and seeking safety in the UK. 

BIPC North East Centres arrive in Northumberland Libraries

19 Aug 2021

Business & Intellectual Property Centre North East (BIPC) is delighted to announce that three libraries across Northumberland will house a ‘BIPC Local’, a free information services offer that will provide support to the local business community.

Referendum date set for Thirston Neighbourhood Plan

18 Aug 2021

A date has been set for a local referendum on a Neighbourhood Plan for Thirston in Northumberland.

Holy Island land train on hold following residents' concerns

18 Aug 2021

Northumberland County Council have instructed the UK Vehicle Certification Agency to put the licence for the Holy Island land train on hold following serious issues raised by local people.  

Belgian star Wout Van Aert to make Tour of Britain Debut in 2021

17 Aug 2021

Tokyo 2020 Olympic medallist and six-time Tour de France stage winner Wout Van Aert will make his Tour of Britain debut this September.

Energising Blyth Artist Call Out: Expressions of Interest – Blyth Creative Programme

17 Aug 2021

As part of Energising Blyth’s creative programme we would like to hear from artists, designers, makers and creative practitioners working across all mediums and disciplines who would like to be considered for future creative commissions.

Legendary sprinter Mark Cavendish confirmed as first rider for 2021 Tour of Britain

16 Aug 2021

Mark Cavendish, the greatest sprinter of all time, has today been confirmed as the first rider for this year’s Tour of Britain (Sunday 5-12 September).

Queen's posthumous bravery award for tragic coach driver  

16 Aug 2021

A coach driver who died in the French Alps trying to save the passengers on board has received a posthumous Queen's Commendation for Bravery.