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Council looks back on memorable year
MORPETH’S local authority is looking forward to another busy year following a successful 2012/13.
Development applications submitted
THE following planning applications have been submitted to Northumberland County Council.
Summer takes dog owners by surprise
Dog owners everywhere, myself included, are immensely grateful for the long-awaited return of summer.
School nets an ideal speaker
A TEACHER at Morpeth’s high school found the perfect sportsman to help strengthen the entente cordiale between her students and a group of teenagers from southern France.
Soft play fees scheme will protect kids
A GARDEN centre near Morpeth is teaming up with others across the country to help bring in vital funds for vulnerable children and families.
Town store celebrates major milestone
THE team at a fashion store in Morpeth are celebrating the company’s four decades of style.
Sport
Morpeth store has sure bet with jockey Peter, 64
RUTHERFORDS department store is backing retired Morpeth jockey Peter Craggs to raise thousands of pounds when he takes part in a charity race – at the age of 64.
Town’s ‘best captain’ hangs up his boots
FORMER Morpeth Town captain Iain Nickalls bowed out of football in style last week, writes Brian Bennett.
A dream start
MORPETH Harriers certainly celebrated the hosting of their very first home track-and-field fixture at their new KEVI facility by producing what could only be described as a landslide victory in their second-round North East Youth Development League Division One match, writes George Patterson.
Horse trials gallop to an acclaimed launch
BELSAY Castle provided a stunning backdrop to the first Belsay Horse Trials last weekend and organisers have been overwhelmed by the positive response from competitors, sponsors, trade stands and the public alike.
Third time lucky for Christine
This was Christine’s third final in four years and it proved to be lucky for her as she became Northumberland Veteran Ladies Champion for the first time.
Video
VIDEO - Emily Inspires - A Wonderful Day video
Saturday was the culmination of several years work by many people under the banner of Emily Inspires! Her Past, Our Present, Your Future. Programme Director Penni Blythe-Jones reflects on the project and the day.
Lifestyle
Hundreds have fun in the sun
FAMILIES took advantage of the glorious sunshine to enjoy the entertainment and activities on offer at this year’s Ponteland Party in the Park.
Thousands enjoy family fun for all
THE sun shone on Morpeth as the town turned out for all the fun of the fair.
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Shopping centre unveils colourful Emily tribute
ARTISTIC school pupils have put together some colourful creations as part of the town’s tribute to Emily Wilding Davison.
Family members jet in for tributes
A FAMILY reunion will have extra significance as relatives of Suffragette Emily Wilding Davison come together in her honour.
Community
Centre to fix roof issue after money pours in
A COMMUNITY building has received a major funding boost to repair a leaky problem.
Residents have say about turbine plans
ALMOST 90 people came along to one of three public exhibitions showing proposals for a five-turbine windfarm on land about 10 miles north west of Morpeth.
Digging into a gold mine of history from the Middle Ages
THE conquest of Northumberland only really began in 1080 when Robert Curthose built the first castle at Newcastle.
Authority issues parking plea to town’s rugby club
COUNCILLORS have urged Morpeth Rugby Club to take on board its health and safety suggestions over its application for a permanent new pitch.
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Weather for Morpeth
Tuesday 18 June 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 11 C to 19 C
Wind Speed: 12 mph
Wind direction: South east
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 9 C to 21 C
Wind Speed: 12 mph
Wind direction: North west
