A picture of rubbish bins. Dates for some collections are changing

New household waste collection dates for thousands of homes

30 Jun 2023

Over 4,000 households in the county will see a change to their usual household waste collection day following improvements to make refuse collection routes more efficient and reliable.  

Right: Julie Left: Sheila, owner of Florin

Support local businesses this Independents’ Day weekend

30 Jun 2023

Shoppers are once again being encouraged to Shop Local as part of national campaign ‘Independents’ Day UK’ this weekend.

Northumberland Librarian Katy Wedderburn who has been judging national awards

National judging role for Northumberland librarian

30 Jun 2023

It's been a busy time for Northumberland librarian Katy Wedderburn who was selected as a judge for the annual Yoto Carnegie children’s book awards.

A bus driving in a country road. The council as welcomed more Government funding for services

Council welcomes £45m funding boost for better bus services

30 Jun 2023

The council has welcomed news of a £45m funding boost to bus services in the region. 

An impression of the inside of the new Berwick Maltings development. Site investigation work is taking place

Site works taking place ahead of Maltings redevelopment

30 Jun 2023

Site investigation and survey work will be taking place in Eastern Lane Car Park in July as part of the Berwick Maltings redevelopment.

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Don’t miss out on Northumberland’s energy efficiency grants

29 Jun 2023

Residents who applied to the Council’s Warmer Homes scheme in May this year are being asked to re-apply to avoid missing out.

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Last chance to hear about pioneering artist and 'secret scientist'

29 Jun 2023

Local historians and those interested in the work of pioneering feminist and secret scientist Lady Emma Tankerville have one last chance to see some of her drawings and hear from expert June Watson.

Council staff, fire officers and countryside rangers on a hillside

Council warns of wildfires as visitor season and weather heats up

29 Jun 2023

Northumberland County Council is warning residents and visitors of the risk of wildfires this summer as the weather heats up.  

People forming a heart shape at The Alnwick Garden

Community work honoured in LOVE Northumberland awards

28 Jun 2023

The Duchess of Northumberland has helped to celebrate the very best in community and voluntary environmental work across the county at this year’s LOVE Northumberland awards ceremony. 

Employability Day

Events showcase opportunities for jobseekers on UK Employability Day  

28 Jun 2023

 Jobseekers and those looking to advance their careers in Northumberland are invited to join in with events taking place to mark UK Employability Day on Friday 30 June.

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Public urged to follow rules as Avian flu outbreaks continue in Northumberland 

28 Jun 2023

   As outbreaks of Avian Flu continue in wild birds across Northumberland, the county council’s public protection team is issuing a reminder to the public not to touch or pick up any dead or visibly sick birds. 

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Council aims to protect grass verges across the county

27 Jun 2023

Northumberland County Council is looking at ways to protect grass verges.

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 Wellbeing support group is here to help 

26 Jun 2023

If you live in North Northumberland and are suffering from confidence issues, low self- esteem and mild depression, why not check out local health and wellbeing group Mind and Sole which organises a range of activities and support. 

Image demonstrating Berwick Academy wins national award for re-igniting passion in sport 

Berwick Academy wins national award for re-igniting passion in sport 

22 Jun 2023

An initiative run by Berwick Academy to re-ignite the passion of physical activity and sport in young girls has won a national award.   

Thank a teacher day

Northumberland celebrates Thank a Teacher Day 

21 Jun 2023

Today (Wednesday 21 June) is National Thank a Teacher Day and Northumberland County Council is paying tribute to all teachers across the county

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Businesses encouraged to sign pledge to Armed Forces   

21 Jun 2023

To mark Armed Forces Week, Northumberland County Council is encouraging all organisations and businesses big and small to sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant. 

A woodland scene

Environment taking centre stage on council plans

21 Jun 2023

The council is looking to place a greater emphasis on improving the environment for everyone over the coming years. 

Image demonstrating Wentworth Leisure Centre celebrates glowing industry review 

Wentworth Leisure Centre celebrates glowing industry review 

20 Jun 2023

Wentworth Leisure Centre, which is operated and managed by Active Northumberland has been ranked one of the very best centres in the country in Sport England’s toughest quality assessment Quest. 

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Start your career with a Northumberland County Council Apprenticeship

16 Jun 2023

Northumberland County Council has vacancies for 14 apprenticeships, offering a range of career opportunities for people across the county with applications opening Friday 16 June.

New Chief Fire Officer Graeme Binning

New Chief Fire Officer announced

16 Jun 2023

Northumberland Fire & Rescue Service (NFRS) has announced current Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Graeme Binning, will be the new Chief Fire Officer (CFO). 

A new underpass being created in Palmersville

Cutting edge tech used as rail scheme hits another milestone

16 Jun 2023

Cutting-edge technology is being used to create the last and largest underpass on the Northumberland Line. 

roadworks

Cramlington roundabout roadworks reaching completion

16 Jun 2023

Works to construct a new roundabout in Cramlington are reaching completion. 

The founders of two North East community groups, Homos That Hike, a community of LGBTQ+ hikers, and WoeMan, an outdoors community, have joined forces

Meet the dynamic duo championing male mental health

15 Jun 2023

This week (12th - 18th June) marks Men’s Health Week, an important opportunity to raise awareness of the physical and mental health issues that affect men.

A stretch of the A189 which has been resurfaced

Pothole pilot scheme to hit the road

15 Jun 2023

A trial aiming to further improve road repairs in Northumberland has been agreed by the Council. 

Image demonstrating Appeal for information after dog found abandoned in Blyth 

Appeal for information after dog found abandoned in Blyth 

14 Jun 2023

  An appeal is being made to members of the public to ask if they have any information about a dog that has been found abandoned and in poor condition in Blyth.