It might feel like the coronavirus crisis has put the whole world on pause – but, even in days like these, life continues.
There’s no doubt the landscape of Northumberland has been changed in that time – sometimes wouldn't know it when you look at some of our beauty spots. But casual trips to the shops or for a quick pint, are, for now, a memory.
However this is only part of the story - as our dozen picture show.
1. Clapping for our Carers
One thing that has brought Northumberland, and indeed the entire country, together during the coronavirus crisis is its respect for the NHS and our key workers. Photo: Submitted
2. Fighting fit
People have been doing their best to keep exercising during lockdown and they could do worse than look to these three Alnwick siblings as an example. Jack and Sam Chrisp have raised £5,500 by running and rowing a marathon every day this week, a total of 263 miles, with sister Libby joining in for 10k a day, and a marathon on the final day. The money they've raised will be split between the NSPCC and the High Sheriff of Northumberland’s Fund. Photo: Submitted
3. Important work
John Lewis has started making about 8,000 washable, clinical gowns for Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, at a site in Lancashire. Photo: Submitted
4. Looking far afield
Their traditional purposes might be to frighten off birds, but now scarecrows are bringing messages of hope! Photo: Nicola Parkin