Northumberland Gazette

1 week ago | northumberlandgazette.co.uk | Daniel Holland

Extending the Tyne and Wear Metro to Washington can be the start of a ‘revolution’ in the North East’s public transport, campaigners say. The North East Sustainable Transport (NEST) Coalition has called for more investment to follow the long-awaited confirmation of the Metro network being expanded to the fourth largest town in England without a train service.

1 week ago | northumberlandgazette.co.uk | Brian Bennett

Ashington’s match away against Castle Eden in the Premier Division of the North-East Premier League on Saturday was abandoned after torrential rain. Going into the clash, the forecast was not promising – but the game started on time with the hosts being put into bat. Alex Nice and Matty Collins opened the bowling for the visitors and it was the latter who made an early breakthrough.

1 week ago | northumberlandgazette.co.uk | Daniel Holland

Passengers have been promised a “smoother” journey through Newcastle International Airport after city councillors backed expansion plans. The airport won approval on June 6 for a three-storey extension that will enhance its departure lounge and baggage arrivals area. It is hoped that the project, on which building work is due to start this summer, can help cut congestion at busy flight times and prevent overcrowding at the airport.

1 week ago | northumberlandgazette.co.uk | Amber Allott

Good attendance can make a big difference to children down the line 🧒Primary schools teach children many of the core skills they will need throughout the rest of their educational journey. But when it comes to mastering them, absences can add up - whether they stem from illnesses, unauthorised term-time holidays, or any other reason.

1 week ago | northumberlandgazette.co.uk | Andrew Coulson

Numerous films and TV shows have been filmed in the county over the years, from Harry Potter to Downton Abbey. To mark the third instalment in Danny Boyle’s horror series, we present a selection of well-known productions where scenes were filmed in Northumberland. 1. 28 Years LaterJodie Comer and crew pictured during the filming for 28 Years Later in the Rothbury area. Photo: Steven Bridgett2.