Northumberland County Council3 days agoOff-lead dog ban 'will not happen' on popular beachBeadnell Parish Council accepts the policy would be unwelcome and may put dog owners off visiting.3 days ago6 days agoFunds committed to explore more rail expansionMoney is signed off to explore Northumberland Line expansion and the reopening of the Leamside Line.6 days ago18 Mar 2026Councillor bankruptcy case dismissed after paymentThe Reform UK councillor, who represents the Newsham ward, was served with a petition in November.18 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Rural areas 'let down' by lack of oil regulationJoe Morris believes heating oil should have had a price cap introduced like energy and electricity. 17 Mar 202616 Mar 2026Blocked solar farm plan to be appealedDeveloper Exagen says there is "urgent need" for renewable energy generation.16 Mar 202614 Mar 2026How much is council tax rising in your area?Eight of the region's 14 authorities are imposing maximum 4.99% tax rises from April.14 Mar 202613 Mar 2026Fears for rural libraries as consultation begins The council proposes reducing hours in some libraries but says there will be no closures.13 Mar 20269 Mar 2026Off-lead dog ban considered for popular beachBeadnell Parish Council is considering introducing restrictions from May to September.9 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Painting on historic town's cobbles 'a total mess'A council accepts the work is not good enough and is asking the contractor to redo it.5 Mar 2026...
