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New website makes it easier to be Active

26 Jan 2023

  Active Northumberland has launched a brand-new customer-friendly website, www.activenorthumbeland.org.uk  making it much easier for customers to navigate and find their favourite activities and leisure services. 

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Views sought on £4.2 billion devolution deal

26 Jan 2023

People across the North East are being asked for their views following the announcement of a £4.2 billion devolution deal.  

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Make fire safety a priority by installing enough smoke alarms in your home.

25 Jan 2023

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service, as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.

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Scores of new buses and EV chargers coming to region

24 Jan 2023

The council has welcomed news that a scores of new electric buses are coming to the region. 

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Tribute paid to the world's oldest firefighter

23 Jan 2023

Tributes have been paid to the world’s oldest retired firefighter after he sadly passed away last week. 

A woodland scene. A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.

Still time to have your say on a new political map for the council

19 Jan 2023

A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.

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Wheelchair rugby club seeking new recruits 

17 Jan 2023

Newcastle Wheelchair Ruby Club is looking to recruit new members to start a junior team to enable players to reap the many physical and mental wellbeing benefits the sport can bring. 

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Council Leader reacts to Britishvolt collapse and remains hopeful for future

17 Jan 2023

The Leader of Northumberland County Council has expressed his great disappointment at news car battery maker Britishvolt has gone into administration – but says he remains hopeful for the future . 

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Northumberland man receives MBE for services to education and conservation 

16 Jan 2023

  A Northumberland gentleman, Angus Lunn has been awarded the MBE for services to education and to peatland conservation. 

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North east devolution deal set to progress

13 Jan 2023

Politicians at North East local authorities will be holding meetings over the coming week to progress plans towards the delivery of a £4.2billion devolution deal for the region.

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Landlords invited to free information event  

10 Jan 2023

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

Susan Ghulman - who has received an MBE

Honours recognise work with children

09 Jan 2023

Two people who have dedicated their careers to working with children, which saw them recognised in the King’s Honours List, have been praised by the council. 

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New Year New You - sign up to free course   to improve weight loss and wellbeing 

05 Jan 2023

  If you feel you’ve overindulged during the festive period and the long winter nights and want to achieve a healthier lifestyle in 2023, then why not sign up to Active Northumberland’s free weight management programme to achieve lasting weight loss and wellbeing.