Image demonstrating Controlling damp and condensation in your home 

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. 

The Lonesome Pine Trail at Kielder

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.

Image demonstrating Northumberland pupils debate climate change at mini COP29 event

Northumberland pupils debate climate change at mini COP29 event

28 Nov 2024

On Friday 22 November, five schools from across the county came together to discuss global climate action in a mock UN summit hosted by Northumberland County Council.

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

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. 

Council Leader Glen Sanderson by the A1 near Felton

Concerns raised over A1 village rat-runs

27 Nov 2024

Council leaders are to meet National Highways officials to discuss increased levels of traffic using a Northumberland village as a rat-run to avoid tailbacks on the A1. 

Image demonstrating Work starts on new affordable bungalows for Amble 

Work starts on new affordable bungalows for Amble 

26 Nov 2024

Work has started to build 14 new bungalows in Amble which will be owned by Northumberland County Council and rented out at an affordable rate to local people in housing need.  

Pebbles painted with health messages

Raising awareness this World AIDS Day

25 Nov 2024

December 1st is World AIDS Day and staff at Northumberland County Council are using creative new ways to remind residents that HIV and AIDS have not gone away

The white ribbon flag will fly in Northumberland for 16 days

Northumberland County Council Supports White Ribbon Day 

25 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council and Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service raised the White Ribbon flag to mark the start of an annual campaign to end violence against women and girls and domestic abuse. 

An aerial view of Newsham Station

Northumberland Line on track for December 2024 opening

22 Nov 2024

The Northumberland Line remains firmly on track to open to passengers before Christmas 2024 – with the opening date set to be announced in the coming days. 

Image demonstrating Rescue dogs to be stars of 2025 charity calendar 

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. 

Image demonstrating Voluntary organisations receive prestigious King’s Award 

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. 

Northumberland County Council's Gritters Ready for Winter

Prepared for Winter: Northumberland’s Teams Ready to Keep Roads Safe

19 Nov 2024

As the winter months approach, Northumberland County Council’s Winter Services Team is prepared to keep roads clear and people safe, no matter the conditions.

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Council joins forces  to urge smokers to keep their cigarette butts out of our drains and rivers

19 Nov 2024

The County Council is rolling out a new campaign to tackle cigarette littering down drains.  

Councillors and staff at the launch of cycleway works

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. 

Image demonstrating Step into Alnwick this winter with the Visit Northumberland app

Step into Alnwick this winter with the Visit Northumberland app

19 Nov 2024

Visit Northumberland calls out to businesses for the second year running, with the return of its ‘Step into Alnwick’ campaign following the success of the launch of the Visit Northumberland app in November 2023.

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White Ribbon events take place in Northumberland to end violence against women and girls

19 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council is proud to be supporting White Ribbon Day and the United Nation’s16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign  

A sign for Bowes Court in Blyth

Blyth home improvement scheme gets a warm reception

18 Nov 2024

Work to make scores of homes in Blyth warmer and more energy efficient is now underway. 

Image demonstrating Save the date – Northumberland Registrars invite couples to their popular January event

Save the date – Northumberland Registrars invite couples to their popular January event

18 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council’s Registrars are thrilled to invite couples to their Wedding Fair on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 11am to 3pm, held at Morpeth Town Hall. Admission is free, and tickets are not required.

A parade taking place with people dressed in festive costumes

New toy parade to boost Ashington’s Christmas lights switch-on

18 Nov 2024

An exciting new programme of family friendly cultural events and activities is launching in Ashington – starting with a spectacular toy parade to complement the town’s annual Christmas lights switch-on. 

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. 

Conductors who will operate on the Northumberland Line

Conductors say Northumberland Line will make ‘massive difference’

13 Nov 2024

Conductors preparing for the opening of the Northumberland Line are confident services will “make a massive difference” to people in the area.

Druridge Bay Campsite sign 'Welcome to Druridge Bay Campsite'

Druridge Bay Campsite extends an invitation for Autumn adventures

11 Nov 2024

Northumberland County Council's Druridge Bay Campsite has enjoyed a record-breaking 2024 season, welcoming more visitors than ever to Northumberland's coastline. 

An illustrative plan of the site

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. 

heart rate line

Workplace heart health checks being rolled out in Northumberland

08 Nov 2024

Workplace cardiovascular disease (CVD) checks are being rolled out in Northumberland to help provide people with information about their risk of having a heart attack or stroke, or of developing diabetes or dementia, and support them to reduce their risk.

Old rail assets which have been donated to community groups

Not quite the end of the line for old railway assets

08 Nov 2024

Historic railway equipment destined for the scrap yard has been saved by three groups of enthusiasts in Northumberland.