22 Feb 2023
Planning permission has been granted for a Northumberland County Council led scheme to build nine affordable bungalows at New Hartley near Seaton Delaval, providing housing for residents in need.
20 Feb 2023
Planning permission has been granted for 13 dementia friendly affordable bungalows which will be built at Lyndon Walk in Blyth as part of Northumberland County Council’s overall commitment to increase the availability of housing to meet the needs of all residents.
16 Feb 2023
Northumberland County Council is hosting another public event about the region’s devolution deal.
Winton Keenen, the Chief Constable of Northumbria Police has been appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant for Northumberland.
Northumberland County Council is seeking views on a proposed neighbourhood development plan for Newbiggin.
An innovative pilot project, aimed at harnessing the power of reading to boost mental health and improve wellbeing, has been hailed a success by a top UK author - who also helped fund it!
14 Feb 2023
Free wellbeing walks are taking place across the county to encourage more people to get out into the great outdoors and improve their health. The walks are led by friendly volunteers, vary in length and are open to everyone.
If you want to achieve a healthier lifestyle in 2023 and shape up for summer, then why not sign up to Active Northumberland’s free weight management programme to achieve lasting weight loss and wellbeing.
13 Feb 2023
A Coronation Community Fund has been launched by Northumberland County Council to help communities celebrate and commemorate the historic occasion of King Charles III’s Coronation.
08 Feb 2023
A new Chief Executive has joined the County Council - and is looking forward to the opportunities that lie ahead.
07 Feb 2023
Parcel delivery scams are continuing to take place in the county with fraudsters impersonating the courier to steal bank details from unsuspecting victims.
06 Feb 2023
Tributes have been paid to the council’s Interim Chief Executive Rick O’Farrell who is leaving the organisation this week.
03 Feb 2023
The last chance to see an exhibition of historic photographs of Hadrian’s Wall and the photographer who took them is on offer at County Hall in Morpeth.
A one-man show that is both funny and moving will shine a light on growing up as a boy marginalised by perceived societal ‘norms’.
A budget focused on protecting frontline services, investing in the future and looking after the most vulnerable is to be considered by the County Council.
Major works to tackle historical pollution on the coast at Lynemouth have now received all the necessary planning and regulatory consents, meaning the scheme can get underway later this year.
01 Feb 2023
Work will start in February to make way for a new state-of-the-art-learning facility, the Energy Central Learning Hub at the Port of Blyth.
26 Jan 2023
Active Northumberland has launched a brand-new customer-friendly website, www.activenorthumbeland.org.uk making it much easier for customers to navigate and find their favourite activities and leisure services.
People across the North East are being asked for their views following the announcement of a £4.2 billion devolution deal.
25 Jan 2023
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service, as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.
24 Jan 2023
The council has welcomed news that a scores of new electric buses are coming to the region.
23 Jan 2023
Tributes have been paid to the world’s oldest retired firefighter after he sadly passed away last week.
19 Jan 2023
A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Northumberland County Council.
17 Jan 2023
Newcastle Wheelchair Ruby Club is looking to recruit new members to start a junior team to enable players to reap the many physical and mental wellbeing benefits the sport can bring.
The Leader of Northumberland County Council has expressed his great disappointment at news car battery maker Britishvolt has gone into administration – but says he remains hopeful for the future .