Feeling Connected Webinar

Pledge to tackle loneliness

29 Jan 2021

Northumberland County Council and partner organisations have pledged to tackle loneliness and isolation in the county by working together to support those in need.

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Census 2021 will provide a snapshot of modern society 

27 Jan 2021

Households across Northumberland will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021. 

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Online exercise classes for pregnant women and new mams  

27 Jan 2021

  Active Northumberland is running a series of online exercise classes designed specifically to help new mums and pregnant women to keep fit safely, from the comfort of their own home. 

Winter Support Grant Scheme

Households offered support during crisis

27 Jan 2021

Northumberland County Council has launched a number of initiatives to help support households facing hardship as a result of Coronavirus.

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Building grants scheme opens for business

27 Jan 2021

The first scheme in an exciting project which is set to breathe new life into Hexham’s historic core launches next week.

Harry Potter Night

Harry Potter Night 2021

27 Jan 2021

Celebrate Harry Potter Book Night with Northumberland Libraries!

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Leaders say COVID death toll a sobering reminder

27 Jan 2021

The region's leaders say the current COVID death toll is 'a sobering reminder how deadly the virus is'.

Free children's eBooks

Hundreds of children's books available for free online

25 Jan 2021

Are you running out of books to read or listen to at home with your children?

The Union Chain Bridge

New Year brings new stages of bridge work

25 Jan 2021

The New Year has meant new stages of work on the restoration of the famous Union Chain Bridge. 

Holocaust Memorial Day

Virtual Holocaust Memorial Service - Wednesday, 27 January

25 Jan 2021

Northumberland County Council is hosting a virtual Holocaust memorial event as part of National Holocaust Memorial Day.

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Multi-million pound investment in Northumberland Line

23 Jan 2021

The news that the green light’s been given to multi-million pound funding towards the Northumberland Line has been welcomed by the council and its partners.

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Inspectors commend fire and rescue service for response to Covid-19 pandemic

22 Jan 2021

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service has adapted and responded effectively to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an independent review by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services.

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Garden waste kerbside collections 2021

21 Jan 2021

The council’s garden waste kerbside collection service for 2021 will resume in March.

Digital Device support for children and young people

Funding boosts digital device support

21 Jan 2021

Much-needed digital equipment is being rolled out across the county thanks to funding secured through the North of Tyne Combined Authority.  

Granny Rosie - 100th Birthday

Inspirational 'Granny Rosie' turns 100

21 Jan 2021

Northumberland County Council Fostering Team manager is determined to give her Granny Rosie the birthday celebrations she deserves after a most difficult year.

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Winter business support package now available

21 Jan 2021

A package of support is now available for businesses in Northumberland which have been required in law to close due to Covid restrictions and the current national lockdown. 

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New online resource provides leisure activities for young children and teens 

21 Jan 2021

An online activity portal has been set up by Northumberland County Council to assist parents with leisure activities for children and teenagers who are being homeschooled. 

Creative Catalyst Northumberland

Creative industry offered training support

21 Jan 2021

A new initiative has been launched to help support organisations and freelancers in Northumberland’s creative industry.

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Share your lockdown stories

15 Jan 2021

Have you been keeping a diary of your time in lockdown, or maybe you have been writing poems about your experiences?

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Council commits £3m to support £25m Blyth Town Deal bid

15 Jan 2021

The County Council has agreed to commit a further £3m towards future improvements in Blyth in a bid being submitted by the end of January 2021 to unlock a new £25m ‘Town Deal’ which is set to be agreed with Government in Spring 2021.   

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Do the right thing and stay local, leader urges

15 Jan 2021

The leader of Northumberland County Council is urging people to “do the right thing” and not travel to the county’s beaches and other beauty spots during the current national lockdown. 

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Council to purchase more affordable housing for rent in Wooler   

14 Jan 2021

Northumberland County Council has agreed to purchase four new houses in Wooler which it will rent out at an affordable rate to local people in housing need.  

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Residents warned to only travel if absolutely necessary

13 Jan 2021

Large parts of North East England, including Northumberland, are expected to see some very wintery weather in the coming hours. 

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Leaders urge residents to do everything they can to limit virus

11 Jan 2021

Residents are being urged to do everything they can to limit the spread of coronavirus.

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Warning for road users and residents to beware of icy conditions

08 Jan 2021

Residents are being asked to take particular care this weekend, following concerns about icy conditions on untreated surfaces.