A graphic stating winter fuel payments have changed

Support offered after winter fuel payment concerns

29 Aug 2024

The Leader of Northumberland County Council has expressed alarm after it was established that potentially over 70,000 pensioners in the county could no longer be eligible for the winter fuel allowance in 2024. 

Image demonstrating Council Leader Congratulates ‘inspirational’ Northumberland Olympian

Council Leader Congratulates ‘inspirational’ Northumberland Olympian

20 Aug 2024

The Leader of Northumberland County Council has publicly congratulated Morpeth track cyclist Hamish Turnbull who won a silver medal on his debut at the Paris Olympic Games. 

Forestry England staff at a motorhome camping spot at Kielder

Carry on camping - but remember the countryside code!

20 Aug 2024

As the draw of the great outdoors encourages more and more people to enjoy a ‘staycation’ in picturesque Northumberland, campers and motorhome enthusiasts are asked to remember their impact on the environment.

Cllr Glen Sanderson at the landslip on the B6343 at Mitford near Morpet

Council progresses with urgent repairs on B6343 landslip

14 Aug 2024

Northumberland County Council has made significant steps in addressing the landslip on the B6343 Mitford Road, which remains a top priority until repairs are fully completed. 

Image demonstrating Referendum date set for Hauxley Neighbourhood Plan 

Referendum date set for Hauxley Neighbourhood Plan 

08 Aug 2024

A local referendum on the Hauxley Neighbourhood Plan will take place on Thursday 29 August 2024 and all residents in the Parish who are registered to vote will be able to have a say on the Plan.   

Image demonstrating New pedestrian and cycle bridge installed in Blyth 

New pedestrian and cycle bridge installed in Blyth 

06 Aug 2024

A major piece of infrastructure on the Northumberland Line has been installed over the A189 Spine Road in Blyth. 

Image demonstrating Holidaymakers warned of the dangers of causeway tides 

Holidaymakers warned of the dangers of causeway tides 

06 Aug 2024

  The beautiful and historic island of Lindisfarne in Northumberland is a tourist hot spot during the summer months, and with thousands flocking to its shores, visitors have been reminded of the dangers  

Image demonstrating Warning after scam QR codes appear in Northumberland car parks 

Warning after scam QR codes appear in Northumberland car parks 

06 Aug 2024

Motorists have been urged to be vigilant after scam QR codes have appeared on coastal car parking machines in Northumberland.