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VIDEO: Steel pans concert a hit

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:05:18 GMT

Pupils from Holy Trinity First School in Berwick excelled at their steel pans concert held on Thursday night.

Office ‘pods’ at Cheviot Centre

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:38:35 GMT

Three new work ‘pods’ have arrived at the Cheviot Centre in Wooler, part of a redevelopment scheme to create a hub for small businesses as well as a community centre.

Beith calls for A1 commitment

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:35:56 GMT

Berwick MP Sir Alan Beith has challenged a government minister to commit funds for A1 improvements to help businesses in Northumberland.

Deadline looms for award entries

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:22:53 GMT

BBC Look North’s Carol Malia has been announced as the host of the LOVE Northumberland Awards.

Council is criticised for car park problems

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:30:14 GMT

Remedial action is being undertaken to improve the new car park at Heatherslaw following complaints from local residents.

New car park for Flodden visitors

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:27:09 GMT

Plans to create a new car park in Branxton to act as an overspill for visitors to the nearby Flodden monument have been approved.

May Fair Party on the Parade just days away

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:22:58 GMT

The final preparations are

Marygate set to get its first pop-up shop unit

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:21:27 GMT

Berwick is poised to get its first pop-up shop as part of the Portas town team’s effort to encourage shoppers back on to Marygate.

Labour take charge of new look council with a little help

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:18:18 GMT

A new administration has been approved to run Northumberland County Council for the next four years.

Cowe buildings to get £750,000 renovation

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:08:24 GMT

The historic Cowe buildings, regarded by many as one of the biggest eyesores in Berwick, are at long last going to be renovated.

Emily celebrates her 100th birthday at grand-daughter’s wedding

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:22:10 GMT

A double celebration was held at Berwick Rugby Club recently.

Thousands turn out for Clark tribute

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:46 GMT

The streets of Duns echoed to the roar of the track at the weekend as thousands gathered to pay tribute to motor racing legend Jim Clark.

Maternity services to be transformed

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:28:54 GMT

Health chiefs say there is no going back to the way maternity services were provided in Berwick prior to their partial suspension last year.

Fallago Rig wind turbines start turning

Wed, 22 May 2013 09:51:27 GMT

Fallago Rig wind farm has been officially commissioned, but critics point out that in recent weeks its operator received £1.4 million to not produce electricity.

Man helped after cliff fall

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:24:05 GMT

A 21-year-old man was rescued by the emergency services after falling down a cliff near the Greenses harbour in Berwick on Tuesday.

Bygone Borderlands draws large crowds

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:58:28 GMT

Over 1400 people interested in learning more about the Battle of Flodden and the wider history of the region attended last weekend’s Bygone Borderland event in Berwick.

Berwick cadet honoured for commitment to others

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:12:17 GMT

A dedicated Berwick cadet has been recognised with a special award, presented to her for her commitment to her peers.

Lib Dem leadership challenge fails

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:21:34 GMT

Dougie Watkin, the long-serving Liberal Democrat councillor for Norham and Islandshires has narrowly failed in his challenge for leadership of the party at County Hall.

Dog rescued by lifeboat crew

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:17:22 GMT

A dog that ran into the sea at Spittal to chase a swan had to be rescued by Berwick’s inshore lifeboat crew on Monday morning.

Coldstream soft play centre recommended for refusal

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:46:04 GMT

An application to convert an industrial storage building in Coldstream into a children’s soft play centre has been recommended for refusal by Scottish Borders Council.