Northumberland's young eco entrepreneurs set to compete in London

30 Apr 2024

Young people from across the county are ready to compete for the winning place at this year’s Young Green Briton Challenge (YGBC).

Library service is a best seller

30 Apr 2024

One of Northumberland’s oldest and best-loved services is marching into its second century stronger than ever. 

New cat microchipping laws: what it means for you 

29 Apr 2024

Under new legislation, cat owners in England will have until 10th June 2024 to microchip their cats and register them on a government approved database. 

Ashington resident fined after failing to clear up rubbish-filled garden  

29 Apr 2024

An Ashington resident whose back garden became a dumping ground has had a financial penalty of more than £1,000 imposed following a successful prosecution by Northumberland County Council. 

Register your interest for our brand-new roles at Northumberland County Council 

26 Apr 2024

Northumberland County Council are recruiting ten new apprentices to join their workforce - from horticulture to cyber security and civil engineering. 

Hexham park improvements make it easier for all to enjoy

26 Apr 2024

Tyne Green Country Park in Hexham is now accessible in all weathers after new paths were created around the park.

Northumberland Lottery celebrates its third anniversary

25 Apr 2024

Northumberland Lottery celebrates its third anniversary this week having raised £275,200 for good causes in the county.  

Major Hexham improvement scheme nears finish line 

24 Apr 2024

The finishing touches are being made to a major scheme that has been revitalising Hexham’s historic town centre - with work due to be completed by the end of May 2024. 

Blyth seafront improvement works well underway

24 Apr 2024

Work is well underway to improve Blyth seafront ahead of the summer season and D-Day commemoration events this June. 

Blyth man fined for being in control of a vehicle used for fly-tipping. 

23 Apr 2024

Following an investigation by Northumberland County Council, a Blyth man has been fined for owning and being in control of a vehicle which was used for fly-tipping. 

Deal agreed for multi-billion pound data campus

23 Apr 2024

The County Council’s Cabinet has agreed a transaction, subject to contract, with funds managed by Blackstone, a leading global asset management firm and one of UK’s largest investors, regarding the NEP3 land site in Cambois, to enable the potential development of a ‘Hyperscale Datacentre Campus’. 

Little chicks need your help!

23 Apr 2024

The miracle of spring migration is under way and preparations are being finalised to help our feathered friends, as well as people, feel welcome on our beaches.

Residents fined for failing to clear up rubbish dumped in their gardens 

23 Apr 2024

An Ashington man and Newbiggin woman who repeatedly failed to clear up large quantities of waste they had allowed to accumulate in their gardens, have been fined following an investigation by Northumberland County Council. 

First phase of work on recycling plant complete

22 Apr 2024

A sneak preview's been given of progress on the UK’s most advanced wastepaper recycling plant currently under construction in Prudhoe.

Important changes to rules about handing in postal votes

19 Apr 2024

In Northumberland, elections for the Police and Crime Commissioner for Northumbria police area and the Mayor for the North East Mayoral Combined Authority take place on Thursday 2 May.   

Make a date with the Northumberland registrars 

19 Apr 2024

A wedding fair in Hexham Abbey this weekend will give the chance for couples planning their big day to meet their perfect match of local wedding suppliers.

New Northumberland County Partnership launched

17 Apr 2024

Chaired by Lord Don Curry, this morning (Wednesday 17th April) saw the inaugural meeting take place of the Northumberland County Partnership, which aims to reduce the gap in experiences residents have across health, education, employment and social outcomes, by tackling inequalities. 

Funding secured to improve football pitches across Northumberland 

17 Apr 2024

Twenty-three football clubs across Northumberland are benefitting from Football Foundation funding to improve the quality of their pitches. 

Vast majority of Northumberland families gain their first-choice school

16 Apr 2024

The vast majority families in Northumberland have once again gained their top choice of first or primary school on National Offers Day for September 2024. 

Fast track course in plastering kickstarts more careers in construction  

16 Apr 2024

Northumberland Skills is teaming up with British Gypsum to offer fast track courses in plastering and kickstart more careers in construction.

Celebrations for First Graduation Day at Haltwhistle Family Hub  

16 Apr 2024

Congratulations to the first graduates of the new Peep Babies at Haltwhistle Family Hub.  

Council welcomes rail timetable changes postponement

16 Apr 2024

The Council has welcomed the postponement of timetable changes on the East Coast Main Line – which would have meant a reduced rail service for the county.

Council releases findings on impact of 3G switch-off

16 Apr 2024

Northumberland County Council has unveiled the positive results of its research into Vodafone's 3G switch-off.

Multi-billion pound investment to come before Council

15 Apr 2024

The County Council’s Cabinet is set to consider a transaction with funds managed by Blackstone, a leading global asset management firm and one of UK’s largest investors, concerning the Northumberland Energy Park (NEP3) land site in Cambois, to enable the potential development of a ‘Hyperscale Datacentre Campus’. 

Progress builds for Amble's schools

12 Apr 2024

Approval’s been given to formally award the contracts for the construction of school extensions in Amble.