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Restoration works has now commenced as planned to the Colliery War Memorial to preserve and enhance this important piece of Newbiggin history for the appreciation of future generations. The work is being undertaken by Bart Endean Memorials of Blyth and includes the re-pointing, grafting of piece of stone to broken seat and cleansing as using […]

The road closure has been requested by Northumberland County Council for Structural patching The order is from 20/05/2021 to 20/10/2021. The road is expected to be closed on 20/05/2021 between 09:00 and 15:00 There will be personnel on site to deal with any arising issues . Access will remain for Emergency vehicles and local residents […]

The Town Council obtained planning permission to restore the Colliery War Memorial in December 2019 and the restoration works are programmed to take place in May this year ahead of the Centenary of the Memorial in July. The Town Council are working in partnership with Newbiggin Veterans Association and the local church to plan a […]

Working with Northumberland County Council we have arranged for the overflow car park between Woodlea and East Lea to be opened for this Easter weekend. As the weather has improved and with government restrictions easing, we have seen an increase in the numbers of vehicles in Newbiggin over the last few weekends with the town […]

One year ago, the first national lockdown began in the UK and since then our lives have changed dramatically. Today, we remember those we’ve lost and reflect on the difficulties we’ve all suffered; friends and families being kept apart, financial implications, children missing their classrooms and the overwhelming feelings of anxiety and isolation that we […]

Northumberland County Council’s Elections Office is recruiting for the elections that take place on 6 May. Available roles include. Polling Station Staff across Northumberland. Postal Vote Opening Staff, with all sessions taking place at Blyth Sports Centre on; Tuesday 27th April, 10am till finish Wednesday 28th April, 10am till finish Friday 30th April, 10am till finish Tuesday 4th […]

With the help of Northumberland County Council we have had 4 tiered planters installed on Front Street.  The planters will be maintained by  Northumberland County Council as part of our enhanced services agreement and will be a welcome addition to the area, providing  colourful displays when they are in full bloom in the Spring and […]