MoD objection stops new turbine bid in its tracks
PLANS for a single wind turbine on the site of a village school have been withdrawn.Northumberland County Council had applied to install the 23m high structure on land adjacent to Pegswood First...
View ArticleRoadworks carry on
ROADWORKS are continuing on the A1 around Morpeth.A 50mph speed restriction, lane closures and a contraflow will be in place at various times between Stannington and Clifton junctions, with work...
View ArticleA delicious way to help good cause
SOME tasty treats helped to raise funds for a Morpeth-based county charity.A cake bake was held at the Virgin Money Store in Bridge Street and staff and customers purchased many of the home-made...
View ArticleFunds for squirrels
SQUIRREL conservation in Morpeth has been given a funding boost.Morpeth Town Council’s Finance and General Purposes Committee has awarded a £200 subsidy to the Morpeth and District Red Squirrels...
View ArticleWindfarm still opposed
TOWN councillors have strengthened their objections to a bid for turbines at Tranwell.Morpeth Town Council has previously voiced opposition to plans by Wind Ventures to erect four turbines, 126metres...
View ArticleHousing bid in plans list
THE following planning applications have been submitted to Northumberland County Council.Hebron: Mr Dennis Mancey, Barn, west of Benridge Hagg, conversion of garage and disused stable into residential...
View ArticleVIDEO - Picnic Cancelled
Organisers of the Picnic In The Park, an afternoon of family entertainment in Carlisle Park organised by the Greater Morpeth Development Trust, took the difficult decision to cancel the event because...
View ArticleArt for Arcade
EYE-CATCHING works by talented art students can be admired in a prime Morpeth town centre location.The pieces from pupils in all year groups at King Edward VI School are on display in the indoor...
View ArticleGarth continues at the U3A helm
Morpeth and District U3AAFTER the 17th Annual General Meeting, held at Morpeth Rugby Club on Tuesday, June 25, Garth Miller continues as Chairman of Morpeth U3A for a second year and Bob Richardson now...
View ArticlePolice issue phone scam warning
POLICE have warned residents about a phone scam.Officers in Northumbria Police have received reports of residents receiving calls from people saying they are from the Office of Fair Trading and are...
View ArticleDealing with dog fouling
AN extra 21 council officers will be set to work to tackle dog fouling in the county.Northumberland County Council is increasing the team responsible for enforcement from ten to 31 as part of a zero...
View ArticleLow-cost leisure activities are on the doorstep
TOP tips on savvy spending in the school holidays have been offered by a Morpeth charity.Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is reminding families of affordable activities on their doorstep.They include...
View ArticleProtect your pets in the summer sun
SUMMER has finally arrived and even in the North East we are basking in sunshine. While we all feel a little happier in the warm weather it does come with its problems, mainly sun burn and heat stroke,...
View ArticlePlanters provoke criticism
A NEW scheme to spruce up an estate has been blasted as out of keeping and a waste of money.Five new tree planters have been installed in Grange Road, Morpeth, to improve the appearance of a paved area...
View ArticleBusiness meat and greet
SOME business ideas may be pie in the sky, but teamwork is enabling one proposal to earn its crust.Morpeth pie-maker Gubeon Range is joining forces with The Stables Microbrewery at Beamish Hall, County...
View ArticlePanel hears of useful service
A MORPETH pharmacy’s initiative to keep people’s ears spick and span could be rolled out across the country.After applying for the NHS Innovation Challenge, the Health Hut in Kirkhill was selected as...
View ArticleRunner reaches the roof of Africa
A MORPETH Harrier has completed the main part of her charity challenge.Claire Bruce successfully climbed up Africa’s highest mountain to raise money for St Oswald’s Hospice.After days of trekking, she...
View ArticleWorking group is cultural
A NEW cultural partnership has been formed for the North East.The group, which includes all 12 local authorities in the region, as well as arts and culture organisations, businesses and education...
View ArticleSweet event for charity
A GROUP of Morpeth school students recently made some tasty treats for a local charity.Form SK at King Edward VI School held a grand cake sale. It raised £90 for Henry Dancer Days, which helps children...
View ArticleAuction nets thousands
FAST and furious bidding for more than 70 lots has raised over £3,000 to help Ponteland High School’s Kenya project.A seven-day walking Safari, flights in aircraft and microlights, a cruise on the...
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