Unfortunately, due to vehicle breakdowns we have been unable to complete all of the scheduled refuse collections in parts of Acomb. Northumberland County Council would like to apologise to all households affected, and ask that they leave their bins out or present them for collection from 7am on Wednesday 26th November 2025.

Based on the most recent weather forecast we plan to carry out gritting from 7:00pm on Monday 24th November 2025 on the following routes: Allendale, Alnwick 4, Bearl 4, Haltwhistle 1, Otterburn 1, Otterburn 2 and Rothbury. Then from 4:00am on Tuesday 25th November 2025 on the following route: Otterburn 2. Then from 4:30am on the following routes: Allendale and Otterburn 1. You can view our map showing all primary gritting routes at: https://nland.cc/nccgritters Please note that Highways England is responsible for gritting the A1 and A19 - contact them on 0300 1235000 or email info@highwaysengland.co.uk Today will see variable cloud and spells of rain or showers moving in from the northeast, falling as snow and sleet on the higher ground. Tonight, will see variable cloud with further isolated light showers moving in from the north at times, these wintry on hills. A few clearer spells at times between the showers. A colder night. Tomorrow will start largely dry, with patches of cloud moving in and a few showers confined to coastal areas. It will become dry in the afternoon. Bright spells on western areas. View the latest detailed forecast and weather warnings at https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/ Please report any problem areas to us at https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/roads-and-streets/winter-services/gritting-and-ploughing You can also call us during office hours on 0345 600 6400 - please be aware that during peak times there may be a queue. In continuing cold weather conditions, when widespread ice is forecast, and as resources become available, we will progressively start gritting: main footpaths and car parks in town centres; busy urban shopping areas; important pedestrian links and footpaths next to large schools. Please drive according to the weather conditions and take care on the roads.

Based on the most recent weather forecast we plan to carry out gritting from 4:00pm on Friday 21st November 2025 on the following routes: Allendale, Alnwick 1, Alnwick 2, Alnwick 3, Alnwick 4, Bearl 1, Bearl 2, Bearl 3, Bearl 4, Bearl 5, Bearl 6, Bellingham 1, Bellingham 2, Berwick 1, Berwick 2, Cowley 1, Cowley 2, Cowley 3, Cowley 4, Cowley 5, Haltwhistle 1, Haltwhistle 2, Morpeth 1, Morpeth 2, Morpeth 3, Otterburn 1, Otterburn 2 and Rothbury. You can view our map showing all primary gritting routes at: https://nland.cc/nccgritters Please note that Highways England is responsible for gritting the A1 and A19 - contact them on 0300 1235000 or email info@highwaysengland.co.uk Today will be a dry and fine day with plenty of sunshine. A few areas of cloud will begin to edge in from the west towards the evening. A slightly milder day but still chilly. Tonight will turn cloudy with a band of rain moving in from the west, which will be locally heavy. The rain will briefly fall wintry over the Pennines before transitioning to rain. A breezy night. Tomorrow morning will see variable cloud and a few light and isolated showers. It will turn drier in the afternoon with sunny spells developing through the cloud. A milder day. View the latest detailed forecast and weather warnings at https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/ Please report any problem areas to us at https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/roads-and-streets/winter-services/gritting-and-ploughing You can also call us during office hours on 0345 600 6400 - please be aware that during peak times there may be a queue. In continuing cold weather conditions, when widespread ice is forecast, and as resources become available, we will progressively start gritting: main footpaths and car parks in town centres; busy urban shopping areas; important pedestrian links and footpaths next to large schools. Please drive according to the weather conditions and take care on the roads.

Kielder Library will be closed today (Friday 21st November). Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

Kielder Primary School and Nursery are closed today due to a frozen pipe and no running water. Parents have been contacted directly. School aims to re-open on Monday.

School Transport route HAY1095 from Ridsdale to Bellingham Schools has been unable to run this morning due to weather. The transport will attempt to run this afternoon for the return journey from school, subject to weather.

Some of our HWRCs sites will be delayed in opening due to snow and ice.

Missed refuse collections previously notified in the Tynedale Area: It is our intention to attempt collection of those household bins missed on Thursday 20th November on Monday 24th November, would those residents affected please have their bins presented by 7am on that day. We apologise to all residents affected

Unfortunately, due to a combination of vehicle breakdowns and adverse weather conditions we have been unable to complete all of the scheduled refuse collections in the following areas: The surrounding areas of Newbrough & Humshaugh, and Frankham Fell Kennels. Hexham: Henderson Close, Straker Drive, Percy Drive and Causey Hill. All properties between Allendale & Allenheads, Allenhead's Hall and the surrounding areas of Catton.

A Civil Marriage Premises Application Langley Tracks, Garden Station, Langley-on-Tyne, Hexham - The Marriages and Civil Partnerships (Approved Premises) Regulations 2005. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Mr William Henderson has applied for Langley Tracks, Garden Station, Langley-on-Tyne, Hexham, to be approved for the solemisation of civil marriages and the formation of civil partnerships in accordance with the Marriage Act 1949 (as amended) and the Civil Partnerships Act 2004. A copy of the application and plan accompanying it may be inspected at County Hall, Morpeth from Monday to Thursday between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. and Fridays between 8.00 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. Any person may give notice in writing of an objection to the grant of approval, with reasons for the objection, within 21 days from the date of publication. Any such objection should be sent or delivered to the Proper Officer for Registration (Ref A. Thorns) at the address given below:- K. Lounton Proper Officer for Registration Northumberland County Council County Hall Morpeth Northumberland NE61 2EF Dated 20th November 2025

School has now reopened as they now have sufficient staff.

Based on the most recent weather forecast initial gritting works will commence at 1:00pm on Thursday 20th November 2025 with the following main routes being gritted from 4:00pm: Allendale, Alnwick 1, Alnwick 2, Alnwick 3, Alnwick 4, Bearl 1, Bearl 2, Bearl 3, Bearl 4, Bearl 5, Bearl 6, Bellingham 1, Bellingham 2, Berwick 1, Berwick 2, Cowley 1, Cowley 2, Cowley 3, Cowley 4, Cowley 5, Haltwhistle 1, Haltwhistle 2, Morpeth 1, Morpeth 2, Morpeth 3, Otterburn 1, Otterburn 2 and Rothbury. Then from 04:00am on Friday 21st November 2025 on the following routes: Allendale, Alnwick 1, Alnwick 2, Alnwick 3, Alnwick 4, Bearl 1, Bearl 2, Bearl 3, Bearl 4, Bearl 5, Bearl 6, Bellingham 1, Bellingham 2, Berwick 1, Berwick 2, Cowley 1, Cowley 2, Cowley 3, Cowley 4, Cowley 5, Haltwhistle 1, Haltwhistle 2, Morpeth 1, Morpeth 2, Morpeth 3, Otterburn 1, Otterburn 2 and Rothbury. You can view our map showing all primary gritting routes at: https://nland.cc/nccgritters Please note that Highways England is responsible for gritting the A1 and A19 - contact them on 0300 1235000 or email info@highwaysengland.co.uk Today will see a cold day with variable cloud cover and scattered showers being pushed in from the east at times, these falling as sleet and snow in places, particularly on the hills. This evening will see showers continue for a time, but through the night they should become increasingly confined to the coast before clearing, leaving all with clear skies. A cold night. Tomorrow will see a dry, bright, and cold day. In the evening, areas of cloud will start to drift in from the north-west. View the latest detailed forecast and weather warnings at https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/ Please report any problem areas to us at https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/roads-and-streets/winter-services/gritting-and-ploughing You can also call us during office hours on 0345 600 6400 - please be aware that during peak times there may be a queue. In continuing cold weather conditions, when widespread ice is forecast, and as resources become available, we will progressively start gritting: main footpaths and car parks in town centres; busy urban shopping areas; important pedestrian links and footpaths next to large schools. Please drive according to the weather conditions and take care on the roads.

Stakeford Primary are closed to Early Years only due to staff shortages arising from illness and dangerous journeys. The school remains open to years 1-6.

Missed bin collections in Alnwick and surrounding areas All waste collection rounds serviced from the Alnwick Depot are affected by snow today and will not be collected. We aim to return tomorrow (Friday) to service all missed bins. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

School closed today due to adverse weather conditions and staff being unable to get in safely.

School closed to due weather conditiona staff uanble to travel to site.

Due to unsafe transport routes school is closed today.

Barndale- both sites will be closed today. The roads aren’t safe for pupils or staff to travel on.

School closed due to adverse weather conditions

School closed due to bad weather conditions.

School transport route HEX0024 Whitley Chapel to QE High School, is not running due to adverse weather conditions

Our Bebside & North Seaton HWRC sites will be delayed opening this morning due to weather conditions, enabling site staff to grit prior to welcoming members of the public.

Our Bebside & North Seaton HWRC sites will be delayed opening this morning due to weather conditions, enabling site staff to grit prior to welcoming members of the public.

Broomhill Primary School is closed due to severe weather. Staff are unable to travel safely in the snow.

All transport running to Duchess High School is not running today due to school being closed