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Find out about exciting town updates at Alnwick drop-in event 

03 Nov 2022

The Alnwick Forum is set to return with a special drop-in session to give residents the chance to receive progress reports on all the latest exciting developments across the town.

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New UK-wide housing order for poultry as avian flu cases increase  

03 Nov 2022

Following the continued incidence of avian flu across the country and a heightened risk due to migratory flocks returning to the UK for the winter, the government has brought in new measures to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza. 

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Alnwick flats served with Closure Order following anti-social behaviour  

03 Nov 2022

​Closure Orders have been made by North Northumbria Magistrates Court in relation to two neighbouring flats in Towergate, Alnwick due to continued and escalating anti-social behaviour in and around the properties. 

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New Chief Executive formally approved

02 Nov 2022

A new Chief Executive for Northumberland County Council has been formally approved. 

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Operator sought for Blyth Culture Hub

01 Nov 2022

As part of the 'Energising Blyth' Programme, Northumberland County Council is developing a flagship 2000m2, 2-storey ‘Culture Hub’ facility in the heart of Blyth Town Centre and are inviting tenders from organisations who can operate the facility as a single entity, on a commercial basis.

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Lieutenancy Officer receives royal honour  

31 Oct 2022

Bob Biggs from Morpeth has been awarded Member of The Royal Victorian Order (MVO) for his dedicated lieutenancy work for the county. 

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Council invests in new technology to speed up road repairs

31 Oct 2022

The County Council has invested in state-of-the-art technology to help keep the county’s roads running smoothly. 

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New chapter for Northumberland Library Service

28 Oct 2022

Libraries have long been at the heart of local communities and National Libraries week in October proved the ideal platform to relaunch Northumberland County Council’s service.

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Residents urged to stay safe this Bonfire Night

28 Oct 2022

With Bonfire night around the corner, Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is reminding residents to take precautions and plan ahead for what should be a fun but safe night of celebrations.

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Ashington Spa wins two North East Beauty Awards 

27 Oct 2022

The Tranquillity Spa, at Ashington Leisure Centre has won two awards in the North East Beauty Industry Awards. 

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Fire crews team up for wildfire training exercise

27 Oct 2022

Two of the region’s fire crews have joined forces for an intensive wildfire training exercise.

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Hexham schools project wins top national award

27 Oct 2022

The multi-million pound redevelopment of schools in Hexham was crowned schools’ Project of the Year at the Education Estates Awards.  

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Latest stretch of England Coastal Path opens

26 Oct 2022

A 31 mile stretch of Northumberland’s spectacular coastline is open to the public to explore for the first time.

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Blyth exhibition drawing to close

26 Oct 2022

A month-long art project celebrating everything about Blyth is drawing to a close.

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Illuminated Sheep will have people flocking to library events

26 Oct 2022

Northumberland Library Service is shining a light on its work in the community by taking part in the county-wide ‘Illuminated Sheep’ project.

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Don’t let your decisions prove fatal during the darker nights

24 Oct 2022

As the darker nights start to arrive, firefighters have urged residents young and old to stay safe and be extra vigilant during the autumn and winter months.

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Better broadband for rural Northumberland under government’s Project Gigabit

21 Oct 2022

More than 3,750 rural premises in North Northumberland are set to access faster and more reliable broadband thanks to funding from the government’s Project Gigabit scheme.

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Retrofit programme accelerates Northumberland towards carbon neutral

21 Oct 2022

Northumberland County Council is pioneering the installation of low carbon ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) in its non-domestic buildings to help reduce emissions in the county.

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New extra care housing opens in Berwick

21 Oct 2022

A new supported housing scheme has opened in Berwick, giving young adults with learning disabilities the chance to live independently with support in their local community. 

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Beginners walking football class starts at Wentworth

20 Oct 2022

  A new walking football class, aimed specifically at beginners, has started at Wentworth Sports & Leisure Centre in Hexham.

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Council recommends appointment of new Chief Executive

20 Oct 2022

Northumberland County Council is pleased to announce a recommended appointment for a new Chief Executive of the Council.  

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A blooming marvellous result for Northumberland

19 Oct 2022

Green fingered Northumbrians did the county proud again as they collected a string of awards after impressing judges in this year’s Northumbria in Bloom competition. 

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Pegswood takeaway fined for food safety and hygiene breaches    

19 Oct 2022

   A food business operator has been ordered to pay £1000 for a string of food safety and hygiene offences at his Pegswood takeaway. 

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Residents invited to Bedlington Showcase events

18 Oct 2022

Drop-in events highlighting the latest developments for Bedlington are taking place in the town over the coming weeks. 

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Threat of more bird flu cases lead to tighter controls across England 

18 Oct 2022

From Monday 17 October it is once again a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from the threat of avian influenza. 

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