Applicant scales down hotel plans
A proposal for a smaller hotel on the edge of Ponteland has been submitted.The new bid by Andrew Singh at Street Houses, near the Badger pub and restaurant and Dobbies Garden World, is for a 14-bedroom...
View ArticleWithdrawal of turbines bid delights residents
There was joy and relief for residents opposed to plans for wind turbines in a prominent location near a Northumberland village when they discovered that they had been withdrawn.Urban Wind Ltd had put...
View ArticleFarmers bring market produce
Morpeth Farmers’ Market will take place on Saturday.It will include Julian’s Fruit and Veg, the Northumbrian Bread Company, Northumberland Poultry, VIP Brewery, Carol’s Cakes and much more, running...
View ArticleCounty Hall report is imminent
A report on the proposed sell-off of County Hall is set to be completed this month.Northumberland County Council’s administration has proposed selling the Loansdean headquarters for housing and moving...
View ArticleLugano Group chair decides to step down
The head of a development firm that put forward a controversial housing application for Ponteland is leaving his post.Barry Moat has decided to step down as chairman of Lugano Group. He has been...
View ArticleShock at badge report charge
The NHS has come in for criticism after a Northumberland resident had to pay an extra £46 for renewing her permit to park in disabled spaces.Louise Liddiatt, who lives in Linton, paid £2 when she first...
View ArticleSign location delay as councillors call for speed surveys
Concerns have been raised about speeding motorists in different parts of the Ponteland Town Council area.Following councillor input, the highways working party discussed potential locations for a...
View ArticleTrust seeks more staff
A major recruitment drive is under way at Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust.The trust, which provides mental health and disability services, is recruiting during the first three weeks...
View ArticleMeditation class gets under way
A new weekly meditation class has started.The Compassion Kadampa Buddhist Centre is offering the course in basic relaxation techniques on Wednesday evenings at the RAFA Club in Wellway, Morpeth, from...
View ArticleNetworking for business leaders
A business networking event will be held in Northumberland next week.The session provides the chance for business leaders to meet peers with a structured introduction.The event will be held at Eshott...
View ArticleVariety of adult courses offer the opportunity to gain skills and friends
Adult learners will be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a course this autumn.Northumberland County Council’s Adult Learning Service offers a wide range of full and part-time courses, helping...
View ArticleNew sponsor wants to find the county’s best employer
The prestigious Northumberland Business Awards has secured another major sponsor for one of its categories..The annual event has the Bernicia Group on board as it backs the Employer of the Year...
View ArticleParents told to stop gripes about fees
A council leader has been accused of an ‘appalling gaffe’ for telling people to stop complaining about student transport fees.Northumberland County Council has scrapped free post-16 student transport,...
View ArticleCarlo’s chippy lands ‘high-frying’ award
Carlo’s of Morpeth chippy has won a top accolade, clearing another hurdle in the march towards a national title.It was today named as the top fish and chip shop in Northumberland, Couny Durham and Tyne...
View ArticleFarm shop’s star quality
A Northumberland business has shown the star quality of local produce to shine in national awards.The Blagdon Farm Shop has received gold star ratings in the Great Taste Awards for its 32-day dry-aged...
View ArticleA wide skills set is all in a day’s work for vet
“So what would you have been if you hadn’t been a vet?” is a question often asked of my colleagues and myself.Perhaps vets get asked this frequently because it is, and always has been, very difficult...
View ArticleNew light could be shed on Town Hall
Replacing ground-level floodlights at Morpeth Town Hall will cost more than £4,000.Northumberland County Council has obtained a quote for work, to be funded through the Town Hall repairs’ budget. No...
View ArticleAgency’s support for Tiny Lives
A North East estate agency has handed a £3,500 boost to charity.Pattinson has donated the cash to the Tiny Lives fund, which helps premature and sick new-born babies and their families at the Neonatal...
View ArticleClare’s an inspiration for choir’s TV appearance
A Northumberland women’s choir is expected to be seen on the small screen today.Morpeth-based Werca’s Folk has submitted a short clip to be featured on the This Morning TV show.The appearance comes...
View ArticleWinning students will go on free trip
A pro-rail campaign group will announce the results of its schools competition at a meeting in Morpeth tomorrow evening.Over the last few months, teams of students have created a seven to 10-minute DVD...
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