Image demonstrating Construction countdown on Morpeth Leisure Centre  

Construction countdown on Morpeth Leisure Centre  

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. 

The Union Chain Bridge. Work is entering its final stages

Bridge restoration final stages continue

28 Sep 2022

Handrails and decking are now being installed as the Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland nears completion.

Image demonstrating Beware cost of living scams  

Beware cost of living scams  

28 Sep 2022

  Northumberland residents are being urged to be on their guard against scammers who are taking advantage of the cost-of-living crisis. 

A Northumberland Park Ranger. The county's visitors have been praised for their behaviour this summer

County's summer visitors praised

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.

A desk containing cut outs of paper figures. The council has allocated over £2 million to help reduce inequalities in the county

Funding agreed to help reduce inequalities

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. 

Image demonstrating Peanuts in a curry costs restaurant business over £6,000 

Peanuts in a curry costs restaurant business over £6,000 

22 Sep 2022

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.  

Queen Elizabeth II. Residents' views are being sought on plans for a new memorial to her

Residents' views sought on permanent memorial for Queen Elizabeth II

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. 

Image demonstrating Exercise for free with Active Northumberland on National Fitness Day!  

Exercise for free with Active Northumberland on National Fitness Day!  

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.    

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Landlords invited to free information event  

20 Sep 2022

Landlords and agents are being invited to attend a free event aimed at providing updates on new housing legislation and industry issues. 

Image demonstrating New Berwick exercise class for people with MS

New Berwick exercise class for people with MS

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. 

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Businesses urged to think about their fire risks

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.  

The aftermath of a fire in Redesdale showing burnt trees

Partners thanked for wildfire support

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.

An outdoor shot of Berwick Barracks

Arts Minister visits Berwick Barracks

01 Sep 2022

The Arts Minister, Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay has visited Berwick Barracks. 

A bin lorry with Northumberland County Council logos on the side

August Bank Holiday bin collections

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.

A sign saying NEWS.

Challenge Board welcomed in Northumberland

24 Aug 2022

Northumberland County Council is welcoming challenge from an independent board following recommendations made in the SOLACE Independent Governance Review. 

Various takeaway food

County above national average for food hygiene ratings

24 Aug 2022

Northumberland’s food businesses are above national average for food hygiene standards with 98.3% rated 3 or above.  

Image demonstrating Residents invited to Newbiggin sports and community hub open day 

Residents invited to Newbiggin sports and community hub open day 

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. 

Image demonstrating Walking netball classes start in Northumberland

Walking netball classes start in Northumberland

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. 

Image demonstrating September deadline for community grant applications 

September deadline for community grant applications 

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. 

Councillors Jeff Watson, John Riddle, terry Clark and Highways Manager John Hunter at the new Turner Street carpark in Amble

New Amble carpark opens for business

08 Aug 2022

Amble’s newest carpark is open for business. 

Image demonstrating Walking football festival to raise funds for charity 

Walking football festival to raise funds for charity 

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. 

The Union Chain Bridge. Restoration work is entering its final stages

Bridge restoration work entering its final stages

02 Aug 2022

Painstaking work to fully restore the famous Union Chain Bridge connecting England and Scotland is entering its final stages. 

A sign saying great job. An employers skills survey is taking place

Council seeks business views to help economic recovery

01 Aug 2022

The County Council is asking businesses across Northumberland to outline their current and future recruitment needs. 

A computer and images of figures. Unemployment in Northumberland continues to fall– new figures show. 

Unemployment in county continues to fall

28 Jul 2022

Unemployment in Northumberland continues to fall– new figures show. 

A news symbol. The council has agreed a settlement with Chief Executive Daljit Lally which will see her leave the council on July 31st. 

Council agrees settlement with Chief Executive as departure date announced

27 Jul 2022

The council has agreed a settlement with Chief Executive Daljit Lally which will see her leave the council on July 31st.