Asian communities across the world prepare to ring in the Lunar New Year each year and 2025 is designated as the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. The snake is known for its wisdom, intuition ...

England captain Heather Knight says having a “point to prove” could be the factor that helps the Three Lions bounce back from a string of losses and avoid a total Ashes whitewash. Starting on Thursday ...

Kielder Water has been named one of the UK's top 10 family-friendly walks. The list, compiled by Helen Skelton, TV personality and Countryfile host, in collaboration with outdoor experts at GO ...

A CARE organisation is expanding into Cumbria. Helping Hands Community Care, which is based in Hexham, has taken on a new premises in Carlisle. Helping Hands Community Care is an independent care ...

The start date for the West Wylam Playzone at Eastwoods Park was originally scheduled for February 17, however, it has now been brought forward to Tuesday, February 4. This Playzone will be the first ...

A children's charity is hosting a spring ball in Hexham to raise funds for support services. WECAN, which supports children, young people, and adults with additional needs, is organising the event at ...

A talented musician has been selected to join the National Scout and Guide Symphony Orchestra. Philippa Morrell, 16, from Riding Mill, who attends Dame Allan’s Sixth Form in Newcastle, plays both the ...

Dozens of community groups across the county will benefit from the Northumberland Environment and Climate Fund 2025.

A burglar raided two sheds and smashed a car window during a one-day crime spree. One resident of Hexham, Northumberland, discovered that a grey mountain bike was missing from his shed and a tin of ...

Queen's Hall Arts Centre in Hexham has announced its 2025 spring season. The programme includes a new production of Michael Morpurgo's sequel to War Horse, comedy shows, family entertainment, theatre, ...

Northumberland County Council has secured a £90,000 grant from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to enhance mental health support for veterans.

A hospice charity is set to open a new shop in Corbridge. Tynedale Hospice at Home will open its new shop, Fawcett & Russell, this Friday, January 31. The shop, named after the founders of the charity ...