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John McCabe with Beach Design directors, Heather Raftery (left) and Jane Mason.

Firm gives John a brand new identity

A BUSINESSMAN has joined the ranks of some of the best-known brands in the world by asking a Morpeth-based company to produce the logo and website for his new initiative.

Scheme helping horses and the environment

COUNTY residents with horses can save money on routine veterinary work through a new travel scheme.

Bluebell Wood, location for this year's Hebron Community Association village walk.

Lots of wildlife to see on village walk

VILLAGE residents enjoyed a stroll through a recently improved woodland area.

Bluebell Wood, location for this year's Hebron Community Association village walk.

Play a role in making Morpeth shine on the longest day

The Morpeth Herald’s Summer of Love campaign has caught the imagination of firms across the area - and now readers can join in the fun.

Ride and show raises money for charities

THE Gary Routledge Ride recently took place through parts of the Northumberland countryside.

Council looks back on memorable year

MORPETH’S local authority is looking forward to another busy year following a successful 2012/13.

Sport rss

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.

Olympic silver medallist Nicola Wilson rides novice horse Hero Motivator at Belsay. Photo by Gemma Marriner.

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.

Christine Oliver of Morpeth Golf Club with the County Vets Trophy.

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.

Junior golfers in race for showcase

Northumberland County Golf Partnership

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.

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Lifestyle rss

Dated: 22/05/13  
Mr Darcy emerges dripping wet from the lake at Belsay Hall in Northumberland during a recreation of that famous scene from Pride & Prejudice, when brooding Fitzwilliam Darcy steps out of the lake in a transparent white shirt and trousers.  
Mr Darcy - played here by Matt Dimbleby - helps English Heritage launch 'Costumes from Austen', featuring Jane Austen TV and film outfits worn by the likes of Colin Firth and Gwyneth Paltrow.  
The costumes will be on display from Saturday 25 May until Monday 26 August.  
SEE PRESS RELEASE ... 
 NOT AVAILABLE FOR PRINT SALES

Famous outfits are a big hit

A COUNTY attraction’s exhibition featuring famous Regency outfits from television and film productions got off to an excellent start.

Ponteland Party In The Park
Photo by Trevor Walker
 Darras Hall First School Choir in action.

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.

Panto time continues

A VILLAGE panto experience can be savoured forever as a new DVD is available.

Fun for little and big kids

A COUNTY attraction will have its own ‘Dad’s Army’ on Sunday.

Morpeth Fair 2013
A couple of roaring lions

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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Newminster and Chantry pupils unveil some of their Suffragette artwork, which are approved by their teachers and Sanderson Arcade staff.

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.

Community rss

Development applications submitted

THE following planning applications have been submitted to Northumberland County Council.

Denis Murphy presents a cheque for �649 to the Ellington Derby and Joan Club Chairwoman Ann Liddle

Helping hand for club visit

Ellington Derby and Joan Club

Centre to fix roof issue after money pours in

A COMMUNITY building has received a major funding boost to repair a leaky problem.

Daniel Leahy from res with local farmer Jimmy Bell and Kirsty Bell, chairman of Nunnykirk Parish Council, at the windfarm exhibition at Wingates village hall.

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.

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