Northumberland news

• Work started on new affordable bungalows for New Hartley

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Work has started to build nine bungalows at New Hartley near Seaton Delaval, which will be owned by Northumberland County Council and rented out at an affordable rate to local people in housing need.   
  
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• Trading Standards warn of unsafe counterfeit Labubu toys

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Trading Standards warn of unsafe counterfeit Labubu toys after recent seizures in Northumberland 
  
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• Tell us what is important to you!

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council is asking residents what is important to them – as it starts work on its plans for the next five years.  
  
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• Stay vigilant to avoid wildfires

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  With out-of-control blazes devastating landscapes across Europe – and closer to home in Yorkshire, Northumberland County Council is urging residents and visitors to take extra care to prevent similar wildfires.
  
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• Stay safe around inland water

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council has issued a strong reminder about the dangers of swimming in rivers, lakes and reservoirs after a number of tragic deaths across the North East.
  
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• Start date confirmed for Morpeth road repair scheme

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Major works to tackle the landslip on the B6343 Mitford Road near Morpeth will start on August 18th. 
  
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• Restoration work progressing on Hexham’s historic Shambles building

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Work is progressing well on the restoration of The Shambles, a prominent grade II* listed building, situated in the heart of the Hexham Conservation Area. 
  
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• Northumberland’s students celebrate GCSE success

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  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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• Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service opens its doors for family fun day

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service is opening its doors to the public for a fun-filled Open Day on Saturday 6th September at the Service Headquarters, in Cramlington. The event offers something for everyone from firefighter demonstrations to delicious local food. 
  
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• New milestone reached on multi-billion pound data centre project

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  A multi-billion pound data centre for Northumberland has hit another milestone – after the green light was given to prepare the site ahead of construction work starting. 
  
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• New extra care facility planned for Blyth

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Plans for a flagship new extra care facility in Blyth town centre are to be discussed by councillors. 
  
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• Major step forward for Ashington cinema plans

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  A major step forward in the Council’s £36m transformation of Ashington town centre is set to be agreed.  
  
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• Landlords and agents invited to free September update event

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  A free event which aims to provide landlords and agents with industry updates is taking place this month and event organiser Northumberland County Council is requesting that anyone wishing to attend signs up now.
  
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• Exhibition to tour as people invited to share WWII memories

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland Archives is calling on residents to help bring history to life by sharing their WWII memories, photographs, diaries and letters as part of a project marking the 80th anniversary of end of the War.
  
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• End-of-Summer Fayre to celebrate community spirit in Lynemouth

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Lynemouth Recreation Ground, home of the mining town’s bowls and football clubs, invites residents to witness its significant developments with a fayre for all the family. 
  
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• Council teams respond to Storm Floris

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Teams from the county council have been working throughout the day in driving winds and rain to deal with the impact caused by Storm Floris 
  
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• Council set to consider rail-line funding increase

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The Council is set to consider extra funding to ensure the Northumberland Line rail project can be completed in full as originally intended over the coming months. 
  
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• Construction complete on flagship venue in Blyth town centre

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The much-anticipated Market Pavilion in Blyth’s town centre is now officially complete - marking a major milestone in the town’s renewal. 
  
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• Blyth Celebrates with Pride

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council Library Service has partnered with “Blyth Celebrates” – a year-long festival of creativity, community pride and heritage packed with inclusive, family-friendly events and exhibitions to bring together people of all ages, beliefs and background.
  
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• Blyth Celebrates Launch Weekend -  Two Days of Wonder, Creativity and  Community Spirit

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Blyth is getting ready to celebrate – and everyone's invited. 
  Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 August 2025 | Market Place, Blyth | Free Entry 
  
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• Bird keepers urged to be vigliant over avian flu

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Bird keepers across Northumberland are being encouraged to maintain good bio-security as further cases of avian influenza are confirmed in the UK.
  
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• Berwick Maltings plans approved

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Ambitious plans to transform the Maltings venue in Berwick have been approved. 
  
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• A TB treatment first for Northumberland

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  A specialist health care centre for sick children has been the focus of a PhD’s student university journey - and Ryan Fallon has enjoyed every step along the way.
  
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• £6 million funding boost for affordable housing in Northumberland

  01-11-2025 16:48 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council has been successful in securing over £6 million of government funding to help develop affordable housing on brownfield sites. 
  
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• Work starting on exciting community PlayZone for Newbiggin

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Work is starting this week on the construction of a new PlayZone in Newbiggin which will be used for a range of sport and physical activities. 
  
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• Work smart to boost employability and live well

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council is reaffirming its commitment to help residents find meaningful work, develop new skills and build brighter futures by marking the UK’s annual Employability Day.
  
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• Train artwork celebrates area's proud history

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  New train artwork celebrating the reopening of the Northumberland Line and the history of the local area has been unveiled.
  
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• Residents warned of another Council Tax scam

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland residents are being warned to be on their guard following another spate of  Council Tax scams in the county.  
  
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• Planning application submitted for Blyth Relief Road

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Plans for Blyth Relief Road have taken a major step forward after a planning application was submitted for the scheme. 
  
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• Northumberland welcomes record visitor spend in 2024

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  New data on the economic impact of tourism reveals that Northumberland’s visitor economy has reached its remarkable post-COVID recovery a year ahead of forecast, achieving record-breaking economic results and almost 10.5million visitors in 2024. 
  
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• Northumberland Skills learner making waves with Northumbrian Water

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  A talented local engineering student is celebrating success after securing a competitive apprenticeship with Northumbrian Water.
  
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• New materials being accepted at some Household Waste Recovery Centres

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  UPVC window frames, door frames and guttering now being accepted at some Household Waste Recovery Centres.
  
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• New Bluetongue control measures introduced for moving livestock

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council Trading Standards and Animal Health Team are urging farmers to be aware of the upcoming changes in England for Bluetongue control measures and to plan ahead if moving livestock. 
  
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• Morpeth Riverside building withdrawn from market

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The building that housed the former Riverside Leisure Centre in Morpeth has been withdrawn from the market by Northumberland County Council as the tenders received for its development did not meet the authority’s aspirations for the site. 
  
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• Maternity project wants to help quads find film of their birth

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The rare birth of a set of naturally conceived quadruplets is just one of the fascinating stories uncovered by a look into the heritage of maternity healthcare in Northumberland. 
  
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• Libraries attend to the business of economic growth

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council has taken part in a national initiative to celebrate the important role libraries play in transforming lives and strengthening communities across the UK.
  
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• Landslip repair works set for summer start

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Major works to tackle the landslip on the B6343 Mitford Road near Morpeth will be starting this summer. 
  
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• Grant assists Wooler Post Office and affordable housing scheme

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The much-valued Wooler Post Office has been saved and the flat above it will be turned into an affordable home to rent, thanks to a partnership scheme between The Glendale Gateway Trust and Northumberland County Council. 
  
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• Council joins forces for Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Northumberland County Council is highlighting its commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and making local communities safer by joining the national awareness week, which runs from Monday 30th June - Friday 4th July.
  
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• Blyth event to provide support for Armed Forces community

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The county council is hosting an Armed Forces Awareness Day to highlight the support that is available in Northumberland for veterans, reservists, serving personnel and their families. 
  
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• Blyth event provided support for Armed Forces community

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
   
  During Armed Forces Week Northumberland County Council hosted an Armed Forces Awareness Day to highlight the support that is available in Northumberland for veterans, reservists, serving personnel and their families. 
  
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• Blyth dementia friendly bungalows available for affordable rent

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Local residents who are interested in renting out one of the new affordable dementia friendly bungalows that are being built in Blyth are being encouraged to get in touch with the county council and express an interest. 
  
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• Blyth Celebrates with a feast of free family fun

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  From August 2025 to March 2026, Blyth town centre will come alive with a vibrant programme of free events, festivals, live performances, hands-on activities and creative experiences for all ages – all part of Blyth Celebrates.
  
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• Bedlington travel schemes reaches another milestone

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Another milestone has been reached on a major scheme to improve travel infrastructure in Bedlington. 
  
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• Annual summer road improvements underway

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Work is getting underway on the council’s summer programme to make travelling on Northumberland’s roads a smoother experience. 
  
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• A magical summer of books and nature awaits

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Children can enjoy a world of fun, imagination, books and discovery in the great outdoors this summer by taking part in Northumberland County Council Library Service’s Summer Reading Challenge.
  
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• £15m energy skills centre formally opened in Blyth

  08-07-2025 20:24 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Ensuring that the UK offshore wind industry has the future workforce it requires took a major leap forward as the landmark Energy Central Learning Hub in Blyth was officially opened by Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson MP. 
  
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• Single use vapes to be banned in June – retailers should act now

  20-05-2025 03:00 via northumberland.gov.uk
  Consumers and business owners are being reminded of upcoming legislation that will see an outright ban on the purchase and sale of single use vapes. 
  
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• Northumberland's musical past features in new BBC series

  20-05-2025 03:00 via northumberland.gov.uk
  The musical history of Northumberland is in the national spotlight as part of a new BBC Radio 3 series “The Song Detectorists” which looks at the way music from the regions plays an important role in English cultural history.
  
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• Northumberland celebrates Foster Care Fortnight with family days for foster and kinship families

  20-05-2025 03:00 via northumberland.gov.uk
  From 12th to 25th May, the National Foster Care Fortnight campaign aims to inspire more people to open their homes and hearts to children and young people in need of love, stability, and care. 
  
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