28 Sep 2022
Work to build a new £21m state-of-the-art leisure centre and community hub in Morpeth is progressing at pace and is on track to open to the public in early 2023.
Handrails and decking are now being installed as the Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland nears completion.
Northumberland residents are being urged to be on their guard against scammers who are taking advantage of the cost-of-living crisis.
27 Sep 2022
Visitors to Northumberland over the summer have been wholeheartedly thanked by the council and partners for respecting the county's natural landscapes and tourist attractions during the summer months.
22 Sep 2022
The Council has approved the allocation of funding as it works to reduce inequalities across the county and address issues around poverty.
An Indian restaurant based in Newbiggin has been ordered to pay over £6,000 for selling a meal which contained traces of peanuts, even though it was ordered as being peanut-free.
21 Sep 2022
People in Northumberland are being encouraged to give their views on a permanent memorial in the county to commemorate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
20 Sep 2022
Active Northumberland is set to throw open the doors to its sports centres on Wednesday 21st September, offering a free activity for everyone to try as part of National Fitness Day 2022.
Landlords and agents are being invited to attend a free event aimed at providing updates on new housing legislation and industry issues.
06 Sep 2022
A new weekly exercise class, geared specifically to help people with Multiple Sclerosis is to start at Berwick’s new sports and leisure centre next week and is thought to be the first of its kind in the county.
02 Sep 2022
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is encouraging the county’s businesses to think about their own fire risks as part of a national Business Safety Week which runs from 5th - 11th September.
01 Sep 2022
Following the successful management of a four-day wildfire near Redesdale, Forestry England has thanked the individuals and organisations involved in tackling the incident for their support.
The Arts Minister, Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay has visited Berwick Barracks.
24 Aug 2022
Due to the Bank Holiday on Monday 29 August, bin collections will take place one day later than usual for one week.
Northumberland County Council is welcoming challenge from an independent board following recommendations made in the SOLACE Independent Governance Review.
Northumberland’s food businesses are above national average for food hygiene standards with 98.3% rated 3 or above.
23 Aug 2022
The new look Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub is hosting an open day on Thursday September 1, so local residents can have the first look around the centre and facilities in advance of the grand opening.
22 Aug 2022
If you are interested in playing netball but find the pace a little too much, then walking netball classes could be for you.
11 Aug 2022
Voluntary and community groups across the county that are in need of financial assistance are being invited to apply for funding from Northumberland County Council’s community chest scheme.
08 Aug 2022
Amble’s newest carpark is open for business.
03 Aug 2022
A charity walking football festival is to be held in Ashington in August and teams are being invited to sign up now.
02 Aug 2022
Painstaking work to fully restore the famous Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland is entering its final stages.
01 Aug 2022
The County Council is asking businesses across Northumberland to outline their current and future recruitment needs.
28 Jul 2022
Unemployment in Northumberland continues to fall– new figures show.
27 Jul 2022
The council has agreed a settlement with Chief Executive Daljit Lally which will see her leave the council on July 31st.