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Morpeth Sports and Leisure Centre. Picture by Michael Gant.

New provider to run council leisure services in Northumberland

Santa with his little helper at the Togston switch on.

Switching on for Christmas in Togston

Tynemouth MP Alan Campbell.

Alan Campbell MP: Supporting small businesses all year round

The Maltings in Berwick.

Concerns raised that some Borderlands projects will be "unaffordable"

Hugo and Mia.

Rescue dogs to be calendar stars

Kim McGuinness.

Amble project to receive slice of £16,000 youth fund

Sport

Jeremiah Louise has re-signed for Ashington Cricket Club. Picture: Steve Graham Sports Photos

'Chilli' re-signs as the weather turns chilly
Ashington Cricket Club has announced that Jeremiah Louis is to return as their professional for the 2024 season.

Jack Dalrymple scored for Berwick against Kirkcaldy but it wasn't enough to seal a win. Picture: Stuart Fenwick

A game of two halves

Morpeth Harrier Lawrence McCourt recorded the fastest time of the day on Saturday. Picture: Stuart Whitman Photography

Team effort sees runners in the medals

Lewis Knight went off injured early in the second half against Peterborough Sports. Picture: Paul Scott

Three points lost for Spartans

Ashington went down to a goal at the end of each half in their match against Liversedge. Picture: Ian Brodie

Colliers can't dig out a sixth win in a row

Crime

The crash happened on the A69 between Hexham and Haydon Bridge. (Photo by Google)

Two people have died after A69 crash

Soma Sirwan was reported missing on Monday, November 27. (Photo by Northumbria Police)

Appeal to find a missing Northumberland mum and son

The matter has now been referred to Northumbria Police by the council. (Photo from archives)

Unlawful exit payments scandal referred to police

Three fire engines were in attendance at the incident. (Photo by National World)

Emergency services called to house fire

Northumbria Police Chief Constable Vanessa Jardine. (Photo by LDRS)

Police chief admits 'not acceptable' shoplifting policy

Police are appealing for anybody who witnessed the crash to come forward. (Photo by Northumbria Police)

27-year-old woman arrested after two car crash

What's On

People can meet Santa’s furry friends at the shopping centre on Sunday.

Reindeer to bring some Christmas magic to Morpeth
Real reindeer will be spreading a bit of Christmas cheer at Sanderson Arcade this weekend.

Swarland: Son of a Settler by George Nicholson

Pensioner pens book with memories of his village

Your Tribe opened its doors last weekend. (Photo by Northumberland Gazette)

Paint fight venue opens in Whitley Bay

Rock Festival Choir at Edinburgh Fringe 2023.

Alnwick Rock Festival Choir to hold Advent concert

The Maltings Berwick Cinderella cast.

All set for another festive extravaganza at The Maltings

Health

Heather Lawson, left, and Marion Dixon of Northumbria Healthcare with the award.

National award for NorthumbriaHealthcare's infection prevention and control team

No matter how negative a situation is, help is at hand.

NHS trust launches annual winter campaign

The mini scrubs project is a good example of the trust’s engagement with schools. Picture by Gavin Duthie.

High praise for health trust in CSR re-accreditation

The outbreak was discovered on a farm near Wooler. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

Bird flu outbreak discovered near Wooler

Bentinck Crescent care home in Pegswood is now rated 'requires improvement'. (Photo by Google)

CQC inspectors criticise Pegswood care home

Coun Veronica Jones.

More locations for age group to access free NHS Health Checks

Lifestyle

The gift vouchers can be purchased from any Active Northumberland centre.

Give the gift of fun and fitness this Christmas
This Christmas why not give your friends and family the gift of fun, relaxation or fitness with an Active Northumberland gift voucher and help them to kick start a healthy 2024.

Coltello Lounge opened with a launch event last week.

Restaurant and bar opens its doors

Problem of discarded inhalers (photo: Adobe)

Going Green: ​Inhaler disposal causes environmental blight

The best places to eat in north Northumberland as ranked by TripAdvisor reviewers.

Top places to eat in north Northumberland as ranked by TripAdvisor reviewers

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Everything you need to know about the NS&I Premium Bonds December draw

Two men are being hunted by police after a man had a £28,000 Rolex watch stolen off of his wrist on a London street. (Credit: Metropolitan Police / SWNS)

Shocking clip shows £28k Rolex stolen from a man's wrist in attack

Part of the light trail at Warwick Castle

The castle that's a perfect start to Christmas

Mars has recalled Revels after rubber pieces were found in some packets Picture: Getty Images

Mars recalls popular sweet because it may contain rubber

Benn Curran-Nicholls, 14, tragically died after eating poisonous berries off a yew tree during a walk with his dad in Fletcher Moss Park in Manchester. (Photo: PA)

Boy dies after eating berries from tree in his local park

A murder probe has been launched after a man died in a house fire in Hull, East Yorkshire Picture: Humberside police / SWNS

Murder probe launched after man dies after house fire

Shopping

The Christmas Kingdom at Bamburgh Castle

First look at this year's Christmas Kingdom at Bamburgh Castle

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

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