Image demonstrating Newbiggin sports and community hub opens to the public 

Newbiggin sports and community hub opens to the public 

07 Sep 2022

The new look Newbiggin sports and community hub has opened  to the public following a major refurbishment project. 

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Support for families as schools welcome pupils back to the classroom 

07 Sep 2022

Children and young people are heading back to the classroom this week to start the new academic year. 

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New Berwick exercise class for people with MS

06 Sep 2022

  A new weekly exercise class, geared specifically to help people with Multiple Sclerosis is to start at Berwick’s new sports and leisure centre next week and is thought to be the first of its kind in the county. 

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Businesses urged to think about their fire risks

02 Sep 2022

Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is encouraging the county’s businesses to think about their own fire risks as part of a national Business Safety Week which runs from 5th - 11th September.  

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Free blood pressure checks in Northumberland

02 Sep 2022

Northumberland County Council’s Health Trainer Service is offering free blood pressure checks to local residents during Know Your Numbers! Week 2022.

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Cabinet set to consider next steps in £36.6m Amble schools investment

01 Sep 2022

Proposals to move Amble’s schools to a two-tier system and create a new SEND hub will go before councillors next week (September 8.) 

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Partners thanked for wildfire support

01 Sep 2022

Following the successful management of a four-day wildfire near Redesdale, Forestry England has thanked the individuals and organisations involved in tackling the incident for their support.

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Arts Minister visits Berwick Barracks

01 Sep 2022

The Arts Minister, Lord Parkinson of Whitley Bay has visited Berwick Barracks. 

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Fire crew raise over £3,400 with epic charity walk

01 Sep 2022

A team from Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service have walked the full 84 miles of Hadrian’s Wall in one go in an epic charity challenge. 

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Free training event to help promote Hexham heritage 

31 Aug 2022

A free training event is being organised for individuals and organisations who wish to engage with the public about local heritage. 

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Views sought on Hepscott electoral arrangements 

31 Aug 2022

The electoral arrangements of Hepscott  are currently being reviewed to ensure that effective local governance arrangements are maintained or improved upon. 

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Hexham road closure for restoration of historic building  

31 Aug 2022

A restoration scheme to bring a vacant property in the centre of Hexham back into use is due to start next week. 

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HVO biofuel trial in Blyth

31 Aug 2022

Northumberland County Council is trialling Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) in one of its refuse vehicles as a cleaner alternative to diesel.

Overdose Awareness Day is on 31 August

Raising awareness in Northumberland on Overdose

30 Aug 2022

International Overdose Awareness Day takes place on 31 August 2022 and Northumberland County Council's commissioned service will be helping people learn more about the issue.

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Network of warm spaces and places expands in Northumberland

26 Aug 2022

 A network of warm spaces and places is expanding across Northumberland to provide a warm welcome to those who need it.  

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Northumberland’s GCSE students praised for character and resilience on results day

25 Aug 2022

Students across the county proudly celebrated their achievements today as they collected their GCSE results, with the vast majority going on to their first-choice destination. 

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August Bank Holiday bin collections

24 Aug 2022

Due to the Bank Holiday on Monday 29 August, bin collections will take place one day later than usual for one week.

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Challenge Board welcomed in Northumberland

24 Aug 2022

Northumberland County Council is welcoming challenge from an independent board following recommendations made in the SOLACE Independent Governance Review. 

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New technology installed in Ashington park to enhance public safety 

24 Aug 2022

Hirst Park in Ashington has had a security device installed so people can enjoy the park without fear of crime or intimidation. 

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County above national average for food hygiene ratings

24 Aug 2022

Northumberland’s food businesses are above national average for food hygiene standards with 98.3% rated 3 or above.  

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Bedlington Station Library welcomes Horrible Science show

23 Aug 2022

Award winning author Nick Arnold took families on a journey of discovery, delving into the horrible side of science at his show at the East Bedlington Community Centre.

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Residents invited to Newbiggin sports and community hub open day 

23 Aug 2022

The new look Newbiggin Sports and Community Hub is hosting an open day on Thursday September 1, so local residents can have the first look around the centre and facilities in advance of the grand opening. 

Image demonstrating Hexham restaurant gets new look thanks to heritage grant 

Hexham restaurant gets new look thanks to heritage grant 

23 Aug 2022

Vercelli restaurant situated in Hexham’s Conservation Area has recently had its frontage improved as part of the High Streets Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) programme. 

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Walking netball classes start in Northumberland

22 Aug 2022

If you are interested in playing netball but find the pace a little too much, then walking netball classes could be for you. 

Image demonstrating Northumberland A-Level and BTEC students celebrate on results day 

Northumberland A-Level and BTEC students celebrate on results day 

18 Aug 2022

Congratulations to all our young people receiving their A-Level and equivalent results today.