Environment

Three pairs of hen harriers have managed to successfully nest in Northumberland this year, with a total of 11 chicks fledging.

An emergency by-law to protect egg-bearing lobsters off the Northumberland coast looks set to be extended, while more permanent measures are finalised.

A protection zone for a bird with historic ties to Northumberland – following an appeal by Berwick’s MP – has been described as a ‘sledgehammer to crack a nut’.

Villagers are hoping Friday the 13th doesn’t prove unlucky for their chances in an annual competition.

Nature reserves are suffering in the hot weather, with pond levels dropping and peat drying out.

There were more fines for dog fouling issued in Northumberland last year than anywhere else in the North East – at the same time as the number of complaints are dropping.

Northumberland Wildlife Trust’s Hauxley Nature Reserve has received a summer surprise from the Ponteland Wildlife Group – a £500 donation towards the renovation of a bird-watching hide on the site.

A special opportunity to see Chillingham’s herd of wild cattle is being offered to visitors.

Wooler’s high street is looking bright and beautiful following the installation of new floral planters.

Renewable energy heating systems will be installed at two Northumberland schools and a fire station at a cost of around £660,000.

When the World Cup kicks off, I am usually found in my garden. However, my attention was drawn to the Japanese fans, who have gained praise and publicity.

The winners of a school competition to design bird boxes for the grounds of Alnwick’s Willowburn Sports and Leisure Centre were awarded their prizes last week.

Successful prosecution of fly-tippers in Northumberland should be publicised more in order to discourage others.

Northumberland’s natural assets, cultural history and rural beauty are just some of the reasons the county is so attractive. But it’s rurality also has an influence on people’s health, according to the 2017 Director of Public Health Annual Report.

A writing competition has been launched, as part of the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Partnership’s 60th anniversary celebrations.

A beach clean took place in Seahouses earlier this month, as part of a global awareness campaign.

If you’re passing Longhorsley Moor this summer, keep your eyes peeled for sheep and ponies on the site.

Northumberland Wildlife Trust has joined forces with the other 45 UK Wildlife Trusts to help launch a new campaign, called #WaveOfSupport, aimed at giving everyone across the country the chance to back 41 new Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs).