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New housing in conservation area gets the go-ahead
PLANS for two large homes in a Northumberland village have been given the green light despite local opposition.
Be aware of brain condition
CHARITY staff and volunteers will be out in force in Morpeth to encourage residents to get talking about dementia.
The war and bloodshed of our historic Baronial families
BARONIAL families often claimed to have been in place ‘since the Conquest’. But it depends what you mean by the Conquest.
Library to host sensory loss drop-in
AN event is being held in Morpeth on Tuesday to help people living with sensory loss.
Emily was willing to risk her life for women’s votes
THE story of Emily Wilding Davison and her fatal Derby day protest is coming to the fore this year as tributes are paid in the centenary of her death.
Council’s ideas to make village a better place are unveiled
A WISHLIST for the future of Pegswood has been outlined by its parish council.
Wind, rain and big hills can’t stop Ken
PEDAL power successfully conquered big climbs and difficult weather as a Morpeth man completed his epic cross-country challenge.
MP praises pension and care changes
GOVERNMENT measures that will affect pensioners, those who need care and their carers have been welcomed by Sir Alan Beith.
Clampdown on speeding
POLICE have called on the community to help put the brakes on speeding drivers.
Laying foundations of extended reserve
MOVES to extend a Northumberland nature reserve are making progress, thanks to a £10,000 funding boost.
Serving up food for thought from 1940s...
THERE’S a wartime flavour to the latest Herald The Past feature by local historians BRIAN HARLE and ALAN DAVISON.
Check out the birdlife
NOVICE and experienced twitchers are invited to take a stroll around Bolam Lake.
Church celebrates sacred text visit
PONTELAND will play its part in a project to build upon the interest generated by the north east visit of one of England’s most sacred manuscripts this summer.
Event showcases healthy activities for elderly people
A RANGE of free activities to promote the services available to elderly people will take place in Ponteland on Saturday.
VIDEO - CHANTRY MIDDLE MOCK TRIAL video
Pupils from Chantry Middle School in Morpeth won the mock trial event at South East Northumberland Magistrate’s Court in Bedlington and are now preparing for the next stage of the competition in Kendal on Monday. Watch the video to see some of the pupils outline their roles in the competition.
Insurance wait goes on
MORPETH was represented at the UK’s first conference dedicated to flooding insurance.
Betting shop is odds-on for centre
A NEW bookies is planning to move into Morpeth — right next door to a rival operator.
Who kills soap star?
AUDIENCE members will get the chance to guess the killer when a murder mystery comes to Whalton Village Hall on Saturday.
Pupils sample world of work video
Businesses in Morpeth benefited from some temporary recruits in a school work experience scheme.
Member complaint judged ‘political’
A COMPLAINT about a Morpeth council candidate will not be investigated after it was judged to be ‘politically motivated’.
Press freedom is vital to democracy
POLITICIANS across the board have united in praise of the Morpeth Herald as part of Local Newspaper Week.
Flood insurance agreement extended by a month
AN arrangement to provide insurance cover for residents in flood-risk areas, such as parts of Morpeth, has been extended whilst negotiations continue to try and put in place a new system.
Is Labour now passing the buck?
MOVES to introduce free parking across Northumberland could be put into motion next week.
Emotional meeting of the donor and the boy he saved
A BONE marrow donor from Northumberland has travelled across the world to come face-to-face with the little boy whose life he saved.
Man critically ill after an accident with a lorry
A MAN remains critically ill in hospital after an accident in Morpeth.
Deal expected on council control
LABOUR is poised to take control of Northumberland County Council, with support from Independents.
Tax inquiry centre to close next month
A DATE has been set for the closure of Morpeth Tax Office as part of a pilot scheme to save costs.
Try lunch in an Edwardian era
SUFFRAGETTES will be taking over a tea room for the first of an annual celebration.
Few crime concerns
THREE-QUARTERS of Morpeth residents surveyed by police said they have no crime concerns.
Lawnmowers targeted
STOLEN garden equipment may have been specifically targeted by thieves, police say.
John gets back on the charity collection trail
A LONG-SERVING charity collector is hitting the streets once again.
Visitors learn about shoreline wildlife
A NATURE reserve bustling with birdlife has played host to European visitors.
Resources for roots
PEOPLE researching their Northumbrian roots have been reminded of a valuable resource.
At the top of the tree
A NORTH East social housing provider has been honoured for its support of Northumberland apprentices.
Saving the native red squirrels
FAMILIES have been brushing up on their squirrel survival skills at a country estate.
Magnetism helps duo win contest
MORPETH-BASED Gott Technical Services has announced the winners of an automotive design competition for students.
Team on the move
A COUNTY organisation has marked its move to a new home by completing its fund-raising drive.
Pont apprentice hired
A PONTELAND woman has joined a new team of apprentices at a Northumberland manufacturing company.
Go ahead for shop orangery
A BLAGDON-BASED business is celebrating after it received the green light for a new extension.
Students give fellow teens funding boost
PUPILS at Morpeth’s high school have been on a fund-raising drive to support some of their peers in the town as well as young people with serious illnesses.
Coast theme for May talk
THE latest in the monthly tea time talks at a Morpeth church will take place on Thursday, May 16.
Extensions, demolitions, felling – plans proposed
THE following planning applications have been submitted to Northumberland County Council.
Charity can bank on branch support
A GROWING charity is cashing in on a special relationship with a Morpeth bank.
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Monday 20 May 2013
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