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Soldiers wish the Queen a happy 87th birthday
Territorial Army soldiers from the region have been busy in the run up to Armed Forces Day, with celebrations to mark The Queen’s official birthday.
Gold star for school’s rugby league side
Commonwealth Games gold medallist Craig Heap has been giving tips to youngsters at a county school.
Chamber of Trade could be created
A meeting is being held tonight for businesses in Cramlington to discuss the creation of a Chamber of Trade.
Shop has alcohol licence revoked to prevent crime
A Blyth shop has had its licence to sell alcohol revoked following criminal activity at the premises.
Blyth lifeboat launched to help boat with propeller problems
The Blyth Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboat was launched to assist a boat with propeller problems one mile east of Seaton Sluice.
Pupils get into the rhythm and sound of Zulu
Children at Burnside Primary School in Cramlington had an amazing start to the week when the ‘Lions of Zululand’ came in to school.
Asbestos panels among items dumped on land
Asbestos roofing sheets were among several items found dumped on open land in Newbiggin.
Memorial dating back to 1920 is returned video
A specially commissioned war memorial to commemorate former pupils and staff at a Bedlington school who gave their lives during World War One, has been returned to the school.
Young business brains get a pizza the action
Youngsters were given a pizza the action as they put their culinary and marketing skills to the test.
Childrens’ blog site is a web success
Young bloggers have achieved their first cyberspace target of 1,000 visitors to their site.
Pupils try their hand at flamenco dancing in Spanish week video
A Cramlington school have broadened their knowledge of the world with a Spanish week.
Air cadets fly high in athletics event
Air cadets from Morpeth have taken top honours at the Durham and Northumberland Wing inter squadron athletics competition.
Helping to deter thefts
Cyclists in Ashington are being urged to help keep thieves at bay across the town.
Firms’ cash boost for apprentices video
A funding pot of £11.75m available to Northumberland businesses looking to take on apprentices and upskilling current employees was announced this week.
Marriage made in Northumberland video
Firefighters have been on hand to ensure couples’ happiest days go off without hitch during bad weather.
Marking to deter thefts
Police in Ashington are helping cyclists keep thieves at bay by carrying out marking across the town.
Pit memorial is in the top 100 sites to visit
A memorial to miners who lost their lives in one of the region’s worst mining disasters has been included in a prestigious list of 100 places to see.
Calls for action at ‘danger’ 60mph crossing
Northumberlandia’s status as a tourist attraction is being undermined by the risks of visitors having to cross a busy dual carriageway to get to it, according to a local councillor.
Bad habits in county’s kitchens
People in Northumberland are being encouraged to think about food hygeine after a survey revealed a number of bad habits in the region.
Transport is key to moving the economy
Transport has been highlighted by the NEvolution campaign as a key tool to help get the region’s economy moving.
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Towns will take part in free summer concerts
Towns will be alive with the sound of music this summer as part of a series of 330 free ‘big gig’ concerts.
Scheme will tackle violent behaviour
A new programme aimed at tackling violent behaviour in offenders is being launched by Northumbria Probation Trust.
Guides enjoy their park adventure
Guides from across Northumberland undertook a ‘GADabout’ day trip last weekend.
Man dies after being hit by train
A man has died after being hit by a train on the East Coast mainline near Killingworth.
Passenger service could be a reality
Campaigners battling to have a passenger railway line re-opened in south east Northumberland have welcomed news that it could be a step closer to become a reality.
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Boat rescued after suffering engine failure
Volunteers Newbiggin Lifeboat Station had a busy start to the month with a number of call outs.
Competition opens for gardeners
Green fingered Seaton Valley residents are being reminded that there is still over a month left to enter a popular garden competition.
Kids celebrate reopening of children’s centre video
A children’s centre in Cramlington has celebrating reopening after a three month closure with a family welcome day.
David gets on his bike for charity
A dad from Blyth is putting his wheels in motion to raise money for charity.
It’s all in a day’s work for RNLI volunteers
A dog who made a bid for freedom – by swimming out to sea – was intercepted by lifeboat crews and returned to her owners.
Firm helps others develop technology
A Blyth company is aiming to help sustain the UK’s leading position in the offshore wind sector by bringing together market leaders and technology providers to develop new technologies.
Pupils play at home of rugby union
Youngsters from a Cramlington primary school experienced the chance of a lifetime recently by visiting the home of rugby union.
DIY stores to tackle thefts
Police have joined forces with DIY stories in the county to shed some light on outdoor security.
Airman will complete third tour
A Royal Air Force Airman from Northumberland is about to complete his third tour of Afghanistan, in as many years.
Art celebrates iron and engine works
A new piece of artwork has been commissioned to commemorate the significacnce of Bedlington iron and engine works.
Cliff-safety warning after girl’s 100ft fall
PEOPLE have been warned to beware of the dangers of South Tyneside’s coastline after a teenager fell 100 ft from a clifftop.
Coastal and inland walks in new book
A new book has been released featuring 30 coastal and inland walks around Northumberland.
Year-long strategy gets going
A year-long police operation has been launched to tackle criminal damage in Ashington.
New play for toddlers
A toddler group helped take a Procter and Gamble employee take a trip down memory lane.
Toby to run in aid of autism charity
A teenager who suffers from autism is facing his next big challenge as he gets set to take part in one of the region’s most popular sporting events.
New training initiative helps trauma nurses
A&E nurses in the county are among the first in the region to benefit from new specialist training aimed at helping nurses care for trauma patients.
Role of bike in suffrage campaign
A talk is to take place to highlight the important role the bicycle played in the women’s suffrage campaign which championed the right for women to vote.
Port skills may lead to employment
A training course introducing youngsters to skills needed to work in the busy Port of Blyth could lead to employment opportunities.
Men in court after Ashington burglary
Two men have appeared in court following a burglary in Ashington.
Northumberland College prepares to host national eventing and dressage events at Kirkley Hall Equestrian Centre
Northumberland College’s Kirkley Hall Campus is preparing to host British Eventing and Affiliated British Dressage events this month.
It’s a sweet way to help sick kids
A group of mums from Blyth have helped contribute to more than £3,000 to the Sick Children’s Trust.
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Weather for Blyth
Thursday 20 June 2013
Today
Light rain
Temperature: 10 C to 16 C
Wind Speed: 18 mph
Wind direction: South east
Tomorrow
Light rain
Temperature: 11 C to 16 C
Wind Speed: 10 mph
Wind direction: East
