Northumberland County Council3 days agoCouncil approves library cost-cutting planNorthumberland County Council's cabinet hopes to reduce the annual library budget by £300,000.3 days ago4 days agoOutdoor swimming pool to get £1.1m upgradeThousands of visitors come every year to Haltwhistle swimming pool but equipment is becoming dated.4 days ago5 days agoCalls to halt cycle bridge plan in Roman villagePlans to add a cycle lane to Dilston Bridge meet resistance from some Corbridge villagers.5 days ago6 days agoCouncillor to stand in by-election he triggeredJohn Allen is standing as an Independent after losing the seat for not going to council meetings. 6 days ago27 Aug 2026Foster carers praise Dolly Parton's book schemeThe singer's Imagination Library provides books for children up to age five across the world.27 Aug 202621 Aug 2026School to be knocked down for housing developmentMemorial trees planted on site in Belford will be kept, a planning committee meeting hears.21 Aug 202620 Aug 2026Councillor loses seat after six-month no showA by-election to replace John Allen will take place in the next 35 days. 20 Aug 202620 Aug 2026PM visit sparks optimism for A1 dualling schemeAndy Burnham says the government will look into an "alternative way" of funding the scheme.20 Aug 202631 Jul 2026Concerns raised over council's £900m debtCouncillor Patrick Lambert fears taxpayers will be left liable for the authority's debts.31 Jul 2026...
