Image demonstrating Man fined after rubbish he had collected was fly tipped 

Man fined after rubbish he had collected was fly tipped 

30 Nov 2021

A Newcastle man who claimed he gave his rubbish to a man in a white van to dispose of has ended up in court and fined after the waste was fly tipped in Northumberland. 

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Beware of rogue roofers and repair men 

30 Nov 2021

Northumberland County Council’s Trading Standards Service is warning people to be on their guard against rogue traders cold calling at their home offering roofing or building services, following the recent Storm Arwen.  

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Leader praises community spirit after Storm Arwen

30 Nov 2021

The situation following Storm Arwen continues to be fast moving with all agencies working to restore services and help communities. 

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Update on Storm Arwen 2.30pm 29/11

29 Nov 2021

Teams are continuing to work round the clock to support residents affected by Storm Arwen. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

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Bridge repair scheme making good progress

17 Nov 2021

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

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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.  

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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. 

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Glass recycling trial to be extended

12 Nov 2021

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

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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.

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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

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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.   

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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. 

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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.    

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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.

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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. 

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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.