Northumberland County Council2 days agoA1 dualling hit by lack of government 'enthusiasm'The axed scheme to upgrade a 13-mile (20km) stretch is discussed at a Northumberland hustings event.2 days agoTyne3 days agoParties lay out Northumberland election pledgesWith all seats on the authority up for grabs, political parties lay out their vision for the future.3 days agoTyne5 days agoLonger trains plan as new rail line fills upDespite only half its stations being open, passenger numbers on the new rail route exceed estimates.5 days agoTyne5 Apr 2025Beach clean-up sees 70 years of waste removedAbout 1,000 tonnes of hazardous and non-hazardous materials are taken away as part of the scheme.5 Apr 2025Tyne2 Apr 2025Quarry decision 'failed to assess climate effects'Lawyers say the council failed to assess the climate impacts of the proposed Northumberland quarry.2 Apr 2025Tyne31 Mar 2025Fire boss faces investigation after culture reviewNorthumberland's chief fire officer is still suspended from duty, the BBC understands.31 Mar 2025Tyne26 Mar 2025Sunderland fan endorses Dan Burn freedomA Sunderland-supporting councillor says the honour goes "beyond tribal allegiance to Newcastle".26 Mar 2025Tyne18 Mar 2025Eddie Howe to be given Freedom of NewcastleLeague Cup celebrations continue, with Blyth's Dan Burn nominated for the Freedom of Northumberland.18 Mar 2025Tyne16 Mar 2025Councillors accuse government of rural cash cutsReform and Conservative councillors clash with a Labour MP over local authority funding.16 Mar 2025Tees...