May Bank Holiday bin collections

30 Apr 2021

Adjusted bin collections from Monday 3 May due to May Bank Holiday.

Second Northumberland Business Resilience Grant set to launch soon

30 Apr 2021

The council is preparing to launch the second phase of its successful Business Resilience Grant (BRG) scheme. 

Rapid tests delivered to communities across Northumberland

30 Apr 2021

A symptom free Covid testing programme in Northumberland is being further developed to offer a more community focused response.

Northumberland’s children get on two wheels to school

29 Apr 2021

Children across Northumberland are being actively encouraged by their schools to get on their bikes as part of this year’s Big Pedal 2021. 

More support for hospitality, accommodation and leisure businesses in Northumberland

28 Apr 2021

Applications have opened for a new grant – to support businesses which are not in the business rates system but would otherwise have been eligible for a Government Restart Grant. 

Census 2021; time is running out to complete your questionnaire 

28 Apr 2021

If you have yet to fill in your census questionnaire there is still time to play your part - but you will need to be quick. 

New classes will help mums-to-be prepare for birth   

28 Apr 2021

Two new online classes, aimed at helping mums-to-be to keep active and help prepare for the birth of their child, have started in April with another due to start in May. 

Northumberland - Live it. Love it. Leave it Unspoilt

28 Apr 2021

As the May Bank Holiday fast approaches, Northumberland County Council and Visit Northumberland are welcoming visitors with open arms as well as reminding tourists of the Countryside Code.

Help to protect Northumberland’s shorebirds this nesting season

28 Apr 2021

A council scheme to protect the birds and dunes of the Northumberland coast, is asking all residents and visitors to help protect precious birdlife during the nesting season.

Northumberland gets set to 'change gear'

27 Apr 2021

Northumberland County Council is asking residents to slow down and ‘change gear’ as part of a new campaign to encourage more people to ditch their cars in favour of walking and cycling.

Safeguarding children and young people in Northumberland

27 Apr 2021

Signs of Safety is about families, their networks and professionals all working together to meet children and young people’s needs in the best way possible.  

Residents encouraged to return postal ballots in good time 

26 Apr 2021

With Local Government and Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Elections taking place on May 6, postal ballots are now being delivered to all registered postal voters. 

Referendum on Hexham Neighbourhood Plan

23 Apr 2021

A local referendum on the Hexham Neighbourhood Plan will take place on Thursday 6 May – alongside the County, Parish, and Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria Police elections.

Consultation to be extended on Blyth junction scheme

22 Apr 2021

A deadline for views on proposals for road improvements in Blyth has been extended.

Get your child’s voice heard and make a difference

21 Apr 2021

Parents and carers are being asked to encourage their children to take part in a ‘once-in-a-generation’ review to identify barriers that could prevent them from reaching their full potential.  

New accessible toilet facilities open in Seahouses

20 Apr 2021

Refurbished public toilets have opened at Seahouses to improve the services in one of the county’s key tourism locations.  

Countdown is on for local elections 

20 Apr 2021

With Local Government and Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Elections just a few weeks away, work is well underway to ensure that residents can vote safely on polling day. 

Time capsule project to store bridge memories

20 Apr 2021

Special time capsules are to be buried at each end of the world-famous Union Chain Bridge to mark the completion of the restoration process. 

Berwick’s 3G pitch is a big hit 

20 Apr 2021

Berwick’s new 3G football pitch is proving hugely popular with local sports groups in and around the town. 

Over 98% of Northumberland parents gain their first choice of primary school

16 Apr 2021

The vast majority parents in Northumberland have gained their top choice of first or primary school on National Offers Day for September 2021.

Bedlington Station Library Update

15 Apr 2021

Bedlington Station Library remains closed following structural damage to the building.

Business pack available for hospitality sector

14 Apr 2021

A business pack has been produced by local authorities across the North East to help support hospitality business owners and managers to operate safely

Deadline looming to apply for postal vote 

14 Apr 2021

On 6 May 2021, there will be Local Government elections and the election of the Police and Crime Commissioner for the Northumbria Police Area. 

Fitness fans joy as leisure centres reopen 

13 Apr 2021

  Hundreds of fitness fans were able to get back to their regular exercise routines as Active Northumberland sports and leisure centres re-opened their doors on Monday, following the easing of lockdown restrictions. 

Leaders urge caution in next stage of roadmap

09 Apr 2021

As the next step of the roadmap out of lockdown comes into effect, leaders across the region are asking residents to be cautious as we are once again able to visit shops, personal care premises, indoor leisure facilities and outdoor hospitality settings.