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Haydon Bridge improvement works

01 Aug 2019

Work on one of the Tyne’s crossings will be taking place across the summer holidays.

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Hillcrest students transform their Cramlington school garden

01 Aug 2019

Students and staff at Hillcrest special school in Cramlington have been working hard to improve their school grounds and transform them into a beautiful garden  to relax in and enjoy.

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Rainy day fun with Active Northumberland

01 Aug 2019

If you’re struggling for things to do during rainy days this summer, Active Northumberland has got you covered, offering 50% off a range of indoor sports at all of its centres.

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Council’s commitment to tackle Northumberland’s housing challenges

01 Aug 2019

County Councillors are set to rubber stamp a new housing strategy for the county to tackle the housing needs of young residents, the elderly and those living in rural communities. 

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Concordia pool reopens following major refurbishment

01 Aug 2019

The swimming pool at Concordia Leisure Centre in Cramlington has re-opened to the public  following a major upgrade and refurbishment scheme.

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Morpeth Station improvements on track

01 Aug 2019

Work is on track to improve accessibility and create extra parking at Morpeth Railway Station.

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Summer roadshow will promote staying active, connected and well

29 Jul 2019

A ‘Shades of Summer’ roadshow next week is set to help elderly people to stay active and connected in their communities.

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New playpark unveiled in Bedlington

29 Jul 2019

A new £80,000 play area has been opened at Gallagher Park in Bedlington.

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Views sought on services for families in Northumberland

26 Jul 2019

If you or your family have attended a children’s centre in Northumberland - or received support from the early help family team - then the council wants to hear from you.

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Ovingham footbridge to be replaced

25 Jul 2019

The footbridge deck at one of Northumberland’s most famous river crossings is to be fully replaced.

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Keen interest in new apprenticeship programme

25 Jul 2019

There has been very strong interest in a new apprenticeship which will equip people for a career in caring.

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Council welcomes multi-million pound digital funding

24 Jul 2019

Northumberland County Council has welcomed £12m funding to boost digital connectivity in rural communities.

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Hub focuses on future of market towns

24 Jul 2019

The Hexham Hub has welcomed a seminar focusing on the future of town centres.

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Early years network shortlisted for national award

23 Jul 2019

The Northumberland Early Years Professionals Network has been shortlisted for a national award.

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Looking for a roundabout way of promoting business?

22 Jul 2019

Did you know you can promote your business with the council through our Roundabout Sponsorship Scheme?

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Good progress on park restoration project

19 Jul 2019

Work is progressing well on a multi-million pound scheme to restore an historic Ashington park to its former glory.

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North of Tyne takes centre stage for national cycle race

19 Jul 2019

Teams for the prestigious OVO Energy Tour of Britain cycle race have been announced today (Friday 19 July), as the North of Tyne prepares to host the third stage of the race on Monday 9 September.

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Polling stations open for PCC election

18 Jul 2019

Polling stations across the county are open today, Thursday 18 July to choose the next Police and Crime Commissioner for the Northumbria Police area.

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Town centre building work nears completion

17 Jul 2019

Work is nearing completion to bring a Morpeth town centre building back into use.

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Hexham High Streets Heritage Action Zone application submitted

17 Jul 2019

Northumberland County Council has submitted an application seeking funding from the national £44m High Streets Heritage Action Zone programme (HSHAZ).

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County parks once again among the UK’s best green spaces

16 Jul 2019

Nine of Northumberland’s parks have once again been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as some of the very best in the world.

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Local RDA riders in the ribbons at National finals

16 Jul 2019

Local riders who train at Pegasus Riding For the Disabled Centre in Morpeth competed at the national finals in Gloucestershire at the weekend, bringing back home with them rosettes, trophies and lots of happy memories.

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Find out more about Police and Crime Commissioner candidates

16 Jul 2019

The candidates standing for election to be the next Police and Crime Commissioner for the Northumbria Police area have each made an election statement outlining their vision and priorities for the role.

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What a difference a mile makes!

16 Jul 2019

Stamfordham Primary is one of the latest schools to embrace The Daily Mile as part of its schedule for all students.

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Youth service support for summer activities

16 Jul 2019

The council's youth service is supporting a range of holiday activities right across the county this summer.