VIDEO - Emily Inspires - The Debate
Some of the arguments for and against women’s rights are shown here by Beamish staff Alex Fairlamb and David Smith as part of the picnic and rally in Morpeth, one of the Emily Inspires! events. One...
View ArticleVIDEO - Emily Inspires - The Family
Geoffrey Davison from Sydney, Australia, gave a tribute to Emily on behalf of the family members. Geoffrey, a great, great nephew of Emily, tells how he first heard of his famous relative and thanks...
View ArticleVIDEO - Emily Inspires - A Tribute
Among those giving an address at St Mary’s Church was Eleanor Mills, Associate Editor of the Sunday Times. Eleanor is known for her writing on women, work and the ongoing gender revolution.
View ArticleVIDEO - Emily Inspires - A Wonderful Day
Saturday was the culmination of several years work by many people under the banner of Emily Inspires! Her Past, Our Present, Your Future. Programme Director Penni Blythe-Jones reflects on the project...
View ArticleCar-parking reminder
A FRESH message has gone out about some recently added long-stay car-parking spaces in Morpeth.The first phase of the underground car park in Staithes Lane was opened last month and just over 150 bays...
View ArticleCentre to fix roof issue after money pours in
A COMMUNITY building has received a major funding boost to repair a leaky problem.Pegswood Welfare Centre has announced that it has received grant donations of £8,491 from The Big Lottery Fund and...
View ArticlePlanning guidance boost for windfarm objectors
PLANS to give communities a bigger say in the location of onshore windfarm have been welcomed by a campaign group.The Government announced last week that new planning guidance will make clear that the...
View ArticleTown store celebrates major milestone
THE team at a fashion store in Morpeth are celebrating the company’s four decades of style.The activities to mark the 40th anniversary of the Country Casuals (CC) brand included a birthday event at the...
View ArticleSoft play fees scheme will protect kids
A GARDEN centre near Morpeth is teaming up with others across the country to help bring in vital funds for vulnerable children and families.Heighley Gate started charging entry to its restaurant’s play...
View ArticleSummer takes dog owners by surprise
Dog owners everywhere, myself included, are immensely grateful for the long-awaited return of summer.It seems that everyone is making the most of the sudden appearance of sunshine by taking their...
View ArticleDevelopment applications submitted
THE following planning applications have been submitted to Northumberland County Council.Ellington and Linton: Mr and Mrs Patrick and Mary Page, Amble House, Lynemouth Road, Ellington, construction of...
View ArticleCouncil looks back on memorable year
MORPETH’S local authority is looking forward to another busy year following a successful 2012/13.In his annual report, outgoing Mayor Mark Horton looked back on the many events and activities involving...
View ArticleRide and show raises money for charities
THE Gary Routledge Ride recently took place through parts of the Northumberland countryside.This was followed by the Show part of the annual event at Burgham Park, where motorbikes covering the last 70...
View ArticleScheme helping horses and the environment
COUNTY residents with horses can save money on routine veterinary work through a new travel scheme.The Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group is offering Free Equine Zone visits to almost the whole of...
View ArticlePlay a role in making Morpeth shine on the longest day
The Morpeth Herald’s Summer of Love campaign has caught the imagination of firms across the area - and now readers can join in the fun.Over the past few weeks, we’ve been urging people to help the...
View ArticleBlood donor session
A BLOOD donor session is running in Ponteland today.NHS Blood and Transplant has organised the event at Ponteland Memorial Hall in Darras Road.Sessions run from 1.45pm to 4pm, and from 4.45pm to...
View ArticleIn a spin for charity
MORPETH gym members will be showing their pedal power to support St Oswald’s Hospice.A three-hour sponsored spin has been organised by Energie Ladies Fitness Club.It will take place in Sanderson Arcade...
View ArticleTeens battle for top-model title
TWO Northumberland teenagers have made it to the semi-finals as they bid to win a prestigious modelling competition.Elle Burnett, 15, and 16-year-old Ben Wonders will join four other hopefuls from the...
View ArticleDouble strike in farm crime
TWO farms have been hit by thefts.A Husqvarna chainsaw was stolen from an outbuilding at a Cambo farm between 12.10pm and 6pm on Wednesday, June 12.And the same day, between 7am and 7pm, the same kit,...
View ArticleAppeal over house plan is dismissed
UNPOPULAR housing plans for a Morpeth gateway have been thrown out by a Planning Inspector.An application to build a three-storey, three-bedroom home at the entrance to Dene View, off the A192, was...
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