Councillors and council staff with a branded bin wagon

Campaign cuts county fly-tipping

23 Dec 2024

A County Council campaign to reduce fly-tipping across Northumberland, and in particular the hot-spots of Ashington and Blyth, is reaping rewards with a significant downturn in incidents. 

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Council tenants most satisfied in region, new report shows

23 Dec 2024

The Council’s housing tenants are the most satisfied in the region, a new report has found. 

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January deadline for community grant applications 

18 Dec 2024

Voluntary and community groups across the county that need financial assistance are being invited to apply for funding from Northumberland County Council’s community chest scheme. 

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Make fire safety a priority in your home  

17 Dec 2024

Residents are being urged to make fire safety a priority in their home, by ensuring they have enough working smoke alarms and that they are tested regularly. 

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Northumberland residents' views sought as part of budget planning 

17 Dec 2024

Residents views are being sought as part of the Council’s budget planning for the coming year. 

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Beware the cons of Christmas 

11 Dec 2024

Christmas is, unfortunately an ideal time for scammers to try and fleece you out of your hard-earned money. 

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Referendum date set for Humshaugh Neighbourhood Plan 

11 Dec 2024

A local referendum on the Humshaugh Parish Neighbourhood Plan will take place on Thursday 23 January 2025. All residents in the Parish who are registered to vote will be able to have a say on the Plan. 

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Teams working to tackle Storm Darragh impact (Latest 12.35pm 8/12)

08 Dec 2024

Teams have been working round-the-clock in driving winds and rain to deal with the impact caused by Storm Darragh. 

Council Leader Glen Sanderson outside the former Hexham Middle School

Signs are good for former Hexham school site

05 Dec 2024

New signage is now in place after outline planning application was submitted for the former Hexham Middle School site to be redeveloped as a high-quality residential community.  

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Online shopping scams to watch out for - and be aware of your rights 

03 Dec 2024

Online deals might not always be the bargains they seem to be warns Northumberland County Council’s Trading Standards. 

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Tickets available for Hexham Abbey carol service  

03 Dec 2024

The local community are invited to celebrate the start of the festive season at a special Christmas Carol service at Hexham Abbey which will take place at 7pm on Monday 9 December. 

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Northumberland County Council clamp down on misuse of blue badges 

03 Dec 2024

  Northumberland County Council has issued a warning to motorists of the consequences of the incorrect use of the national Blue Badge scheme.

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A warm welcome across Northumberland

02 Dec 2024

A network of community spaces are now open across Northumberland so people can come together in a warm, safe and welcoming environment throughout the winter months.  

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Controlling damp and condensation in your home 

29 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council’s environmental health team are offering some simple top tips on how to prevent condensation and damp in your home. 

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Bike trail revives adventure on Storm Arwen anniversary

28 Nov 2024

The iconic Lonesome Pine Mountain Bike Trail, a beloved feature of Forestry England’s Kielder Forest since 2009, reopened on the third anniversary of Storm Arwen.

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Hexham’s Conservation Area removed from ‘at risk’ register    

27 Nov 2024

The historic centre of Hexham is no longer classed as ‘at risk’ following a major scheme led by Northumberland County Council and Historic England to refurbish and revitalise the town centre. 

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Rescue dogs to be stars of 2025 charity calendar 

20 Nov 2024

  A charity calendar, featuring dogs rescued in Northumberland is now for sale with the proceeds going directly to three local animal charities. 

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Voluntary organisations receive prestigious King’s Award 

19 Nov 2024

Six voluntary organisations in Northumberland have been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for their service to the community. 

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Main works starting on two new active travel schemes

19 Nov 2024

Construction work is getting underway on major schemes to improve cycle lanes and pedestrian routes in Bedlington and Tynedale. 

Police, councillors and the police and crime commissioner in Cramlington

Council joins Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week

15 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council is highlighting its commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and making local communities safer by joining the national awareness week, which runs from November 18-24. 

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Planning application submitted for former Hexham school site

11 Nov 2024

An outline planning application has been submitted for a former Hexham school site to be redeveloped as a high-quality residential community. 

Rosie Thomas, Director Business Development, Northumberland National Park, Cllr Richard Wearmouth in front of a diverted footpath which is being enhanced to improve access around the Walltown site.

Rural projects to share £3.5m for raft of improvements

07 Nov 2024

Projects as diverse as a flagship mountain bike trail for the region, through to installing new solar panels for community centres, are benefiting from a share of £3.5 million in funding. 

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Residents thanked for support after quiet Bonfire Night

06 Nov 2024

Firefighters across Northumberland have thanked residents after Bonfire Night passed peacefully. 

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Case workers support Armed Forces Community 

05 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council is reminding veterans, their families, and widowers right across the county that they are not forgotten, and support is available should they need it. 

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Seahouses business fined for serving curry with peanuts 

05 Nov 2024

A restaurant in Seahouses has been hit with a hefty fine for selling a meal containing traces of peanuts, even though the buyer specifically asked for one without.