Call to bird owners following Avian flu outbreak 

08 Feb 2022

Following a confirmed case of avian influenza (bird flu), in the Newcastle area, an appeal is being made to the public to strictly follow the government regulations that have been introduced to contain the spread of the outbreak. 

Harm of housing fraud highlighted in week-long campaign 

08 Feb 2022

Northumberland County Council has teamed up with partners across the region to warn people of the harm caused by tenancy fraud which is depriving people in genuine need of a place to live. 

Summer start planned to tackle Lynemouth pollution

08 Feb 2022

Progress is continuing behind the scenes on a major project to tackle historical pollution on the coast at Lynemouth – and the council is confident work will start this summer. 

Doors open on Berwick’s flagship new Sport & Leisure Centre 

08 Feb 2022

Hundreds of residents have visited Berwick’s fantastic new sports and leisure centre as the doors opened to the public for the first time today ( 8 February) 

Residents urged to get involved in town regenerations

08 Feb 2022

People are being asked for their thoughts on the future development of seven towns across Northumberland. 

Budget plans approved by Cabinet

08 Feb 2022

A budget focused on economic recovery, protecting frontline services and looking after the most vulnerable has been approved by the Council’s Cabinet. 

Temporary one-way system to be introduced on Links Road Blyth

07 Feb 2022

A temporary one-way system is to be introduced on the B1329 Links Road, Blyth while work is carried out by the developer to introduce a new road access to the Link House Farm development at South Beach. 

Council evicts trouble making tenant    

02 Feb 2022

A tenant who has been causing misery and upset to neighbours and the community has been evicted from Northumberland County Council owned property sending out a clear message that crime and antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. 

Grab the opportunity to build your future

02 Feb 2022

Now is your chance to start a new career or upskill, and there is no better time than National Apprenticeship Week which starts on Monday 7 February.

County boasts best beaches in Britain

02 Feb 2022

While it might still be a bit chilly for most to take a dip in the sea, the bathing water off our beaches have again been declared some of the best in Britain. 

Learning, Celebrating, and Supporting this LGBT+ History Month

01 Feb 2022

The council is supporting residents and staff in celebrating LGBT+ communities and culture this LGBT+ History Month.

Public toilets set for improvement across the county

31 Jan 2022

Better public toilets across the county are in the pipeline in the council’s forthcoming budget. 

Planning for a better town

31 Jan 2022

New plans are set to be developed looking at a range of improvements for Cramlington including the town centre.  

Queen’s Hall exhibitions show Hexham through the ages 

31 Jan 2022

Two new and free exhibitions are to be launched on Monday January 31 in Hexham’s Queen's Hall which will show maps and photos of Hexham throughout the ages. 

Longframlington residents vote for neighbourhood plan 

31 Jan 2022

  Residents of Longframlington now have more of a say over future development in their parish, following a successful referendum which will result in the adoption of a neighbourhood plan for their area. 

Shops issued with closure orders for illicit tobacco sales

31 Jan 2022

Three shops in Ashington, that were caught repeatedly selling thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco have been ordered to temporarily close by magistrates. 

Berwick’s new leisure centre opening date revealed   

31 Jan 2022

Excitement is building in and around Berwick as the town’s new flagship sports and leisure centre prepares to open its doors to the public on Tuesday 8 January. 

31/1 5.15pm Teams continue work to restore power

31 Jan 2022

Agencies have continued to work together to support residents still without power following the weekend’s storms.  

30/1 2pm Agencies working to support residents after Storm Malik 

30 Jan 2022

2pm Sunday 30th January  Agencies across the region are working together to support residents who are still without power following Storm Malik on Friday evening. 

30/1 6pm Welfare support for those without electricity 

30 Jan 2022

Teams are continuing to work around the clock to support residents affected by Storm Malik who continue to be without power. 

New app puts Hexham on the map  

30 Jan 2022

A new heritage trail will give residents and visitors to Hexham the chance to find out all about the town's rich history in a thoroughly modern way - through downloading a mobile app. 

29/1 10.45pm Storm Malik Update 

29 Jan 2022

Following the high winds from Storm Malik, partners from Northumberland County Council, Northumberland Fire Rescue Service, Northern Powergrid and Northumbria Police have been working together to assess the extent of the damage and the impact on local communities. 

Budget to focus on recovery

28 Jan 2022

A budget focused on economic recovery, protecting frontline services and looking after the most vulnerable is to be considered by the County Council. 

Major Rothbury road repairs set for this year

28 Jan 2022

Major repairs to safeguard a stretch of road between Weldon Bridge and Rothbury for future generations are set to be started this year. 

Badger-proof fencing set to be installed at Tweedmouth Cemetery

28 Jan 2022

The County Council is set to install badger-proof fencing as part of its plans to tackle the issues of animals getting into Tweedmouth Cemetery in Berwick.