Image demonstrating New bus gate system to boost road safety in Blyth

New bus gate system to boost road safety in Blyth

27 Oct 2020

A new camera enforcement system on Laverock Hall Road in Blyth has gone live this week. 

Image demonstrating Team appointed to take Hexham High Streets Heritage Action Zone forward

Team appointed to take Hexham High Streets Heritage Action Zone forward

27 Oct 2020

The start of a scheme which will secure lasting improvements to Hexham town centre has come a step closer, with the appointment of two members of staff to manage the programme. 

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Household waste permit scheme reintroduced for residents

26 Oct 2020

The council’s popular household waste permit scheme is being reintroduced from Monday 26 October.

LA7 Leaders continue to resist any move to Tier 3, urging residents to continue to do their bit

LA7 Leaders' continue to resist any move to Tier 3, urging residents to continue to do their bit

26 Oct 2020

North East leaders and business representatives have joined forces to thank the North East in working together to tackle the region’s high COVID-19 infection rate. 

Image demonstrating Extra funding to support communities through Covid schemes  

Extra funding to support communities through Covid schemes  

25 Oct 2020

Northumberland County Council has announced it is taking new steps to help county councillors to provide Covid related support in their communities.   

Image demonstrating Hirst Welfare and Newbiggin Sports Centre Reopen  

Hirst Welfare and Newbiggin Sports Centre Reopen  

22 Oct 2020

  The Hirst Welfare Centre in Ashington and the Newbiggin Sports and Community Centre reopened their doors to the public this week.   

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Tourist trail complete again as bridge re-opens

22 Oct 2020

A famous walking route is complete once again after a key footbridge was rebuilt in west Northumberland. 

Image demonstrating Plea to avoid balloon releases 

Plea to avoid balloon releases 

22 Oct 2020

Northumberland County Council is appealing to the public to consider other alternatives to balloon releases which are often used for events and memorials, but can have a devastating impact on local marine environment and wildlife. 

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Families urged to enjoy a safe but spooky Halloween

22 Oct 2020

Families in Northumberland are being encouraged to have a spooky but safe Halloween this year. 

Image demonstrating New online pilates class for mams-to-be  

New online pilates class for mams-to-be  

22 Oct 2020

Active Northumberland is about to start a new online pilates class to help mums-to-be to exercise from the comfort and safety of their own home. 

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Leaders welcome extra support for businesses

22 Oct 2020

The region's leaders have welcomed additional business support announced by the Chancellor.

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'Hard work paying off but no room for complacency'

21 Oct 2020

North East leaders have praised the efforts of everyone as the rate of Covid infections slows - but have urged everyone to keep doing their bit.

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Northumberland Local Plan Phase 2 hearings get underway

20 Oct 2020

The next stage in completion of a Local Plan for the whole of Northumberland gets underway this week.

Image demonstrating Berwick pupils praised for graffiti clean-up

Berwick pupils praised for graffiti clean-up

19 Oct 2020

Two Berwick teenagers have been recognised for their efforts in tackling graffiti in their local area. 

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Area to stay at "High" alert level, leaders confirm

16 Oct 2020

Following constructive discussions with Government today it's confirmed our area will stay at High Alert Level 2.

Blyth harbour

New survey seeks views on Blyth's future

16 Oct 2020

A new survey is encouraging people to have their say on developing plans for Blyth. 

Alnwick

New 20mph zone for Alnwick town centre

16 Oct 2020

A temporary 20mph zone is being introduced in Alnwick town centre. 

Image demonstrating County parks once again among the UK’s best  

County parks once again among the UK’s best  

15 Oct 2020

Eleven Northumberland’s parks have been awarded prestigious Green Flag Awards by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, which recognises them as some of the very best in the country. 

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Joint LA7 Leaders statement: opposition to move to Tier 3

15 Oct 2020

The Leaders of all seven councils in Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and County Durham, along with the North of Tyne Mayor and the Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner, remain united in our approach to tackling the pandemic.

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Ground investigations starting on the Northumberland Line

14 Oct 2020

Work is getting underway next week to explore ground conditions on the route of the proposed Northumberland Line. 

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Ensure dog microchip details are up to date – it's the law 

14 Oct 2020

Northumberland County Council is urging all dog owners to ensure their dogs are microchipped and that the details that are held on record are kept up to date.

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Glass recycling trial agreed and will start soon

13 Oct 2020

The council’s cabinet has approved a trial scheme where 4,000 homes will be able to recycle glass bottles and jars in a new wheeled bin.

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Second county pub closed for Covid breaches

13 Oct 2020

A second Northumberland pub has been closed down for breaching Covid regulations. 

Image demonstrating Blyth Mother and son prosecuted for animal neglect 

Blyth Mother and son prosecuted for animal neglect 

12 Oct 2020

  A Blyth mother and son have been prosecuted for neglect of their dogs by Northumberland County Council. 

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Self-isolation support scheme now live

12 Oct 2020

A new scheme has been introduced which will give financial support to people who are required by law to self-isolate and who are on low incomes.