Planning bids to be considered by council
THE following planning applications have been submitted to Northumberland County Council.Brinkburn: Mr and Mrs Duncan Nelless, Thistleyhaugh Bungalow, Longhorsley, proposed extension to provide new...
View ArticleBellringers hail Royal baby
THE bells rang out in Morpeth to welcome the new Royal baby.Morpeth Clocktower Bellringers sounded a special ring for the newborn son of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge this morning, making it one of...
View ArticleReading challenge is a thriller
CHILDREN across the county can enjoy some spooky-themed activities as part of a popular initiative.This year’s Summer Reading Challenge in Northumberland’s libraries for those aged between four and 11...
View ArticleNational survey to hit the road across county
RESIDENTS can have their annual say about the county’s roads and transport services.Northumberland County Council is one of 70 local authorities across the country to sign up to a survey which will ask...
View ArticleFilm hits the small screen
A FILM promoting the work of a county charity has been broadcast on a national television station.Northumberland Wildlife Trust was selected for the Media Trust’s Untold Stories scheme, which matches...
View ArticleEvent is music to the ears of Pont teachers
THE buzz of music is infectious and it seems this infection has spread to children throughout Ponteland, writes Jessica Rea.More than 100 students from Ponteland High School, Ponteland and Richard...
View ArticleSolicitor to get on his bike for fund
A PONTELAND man is using pedal power to raise money for prostate cancer research after early diagnosis and pioneering surgery put him back on the road to recovery.Solicitor Andy Morgan will ride...
View ArticleAirport plans major growth
A NEW draft masterplan for the next 20 years has been unveiled by Newcastle International Airport.The facility, which is on the edge of Ponteland, is in line for major expansion, with potential...
View ArticleBiker hurt in collision with a car
A BIKER was taken to hospital after a crash near Ponteland.It happened north of the Twizell junction in North Road at 6.40pm on Saturday when a Yamaha motorbike and VW Polo collided. The 46-year-old...
View ArticleEnterprising villagers tap into smelter’s legacy
A £50,000 jobs boost has been handed to enterprising villagers.Former Lynemouth smelter operator Rio Tinto has awarded £53,484 from its Legacy Fund to three ventures in the village, known collectively...
View ArticleParking policy review is set to make progress
PROGRESS on a new parking policy for Morpeth should start to move forward this summer.Northumberland County Council has pledged that free parking will be offered in towns where the community demands...
View ArticleWidow is stunned by car theft
A CAR stolen when a Morpeth widow was tending to her husband’s grave has been recovered.But Margaret Waterston is appealing for the return of her handbag, which is still missing, as it contains a...
View ArticleDon’t let up on security, police warn
POLICE have urged residents not to lose sight of security during the sunshine.Officers say householders are more likely to leave windows open or doors unlocked during warm weather, but it can make them...
View ArticleBetting bid opposed
A BID to open a new betting shop in Morpeth has been opposed by town councillors.Members of Morpeth Town Council’s Planning and Transport Committee have objected to a licensing application by Coral...
View ArticleDon’t be blind to eye examinations
AS a busy businessman who spends much of his time rushing around the country, Mike Kirkley does not have much time for people who nag at him.But he is glad that he made an exception in the case of Amar...
View ArticleHousing battle goes to the next round
BATTLE has resumed in the bid to block a housing development on the edge of Morpeth.Bellway Homes initially had plans for 200 homes on a greenfield site at South Loansdean turned down by Northumberland...
View ArticleGet on board for lots of fun
ONE of the county’s main tourist attractions will be keeping children busy over the summer holidays.A non-stop programme of activities and hands-on history are taking place at Belsay Hall – from the...
View ArticleStore U-turn on charges for disabled parking
MORPETH’S new supermarket has changed its parking policy following complaints from disabled drivers.The town’s new Morrison’s store off Dark Lane came in for criticism from some shoppers as there was...
View ArticleExpansion is welcomed by staff and councillors
MORE talented county artists are showcasing their skills as a result of Morpeth Chantry Craft Centre’s expansion.Creative pieces and home furnishings from existing and new exhibitors are available to...
View ArticleSlight rise in drink driving
MORE than 500 drivers were pulled over by police in a month-long campaign.A total of 543 drivers were stopped and tested across the Northumbria Force last month as part of a summer drink-driving...
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