Alnwick3 days agoCherry blossoms bloom after avoiding storm threatThere was a "touch and go" moment when Storm Dave swept across the orchard, The Alnwick Garden says.3 days ago6 Apr 2026Farmer's bid to save church family helped buildLindisfarne Methodist Church in Christon Bank is facing closure 135 years after it was built.6 Apr 20262 Apr 2026The North East areas bidding for Town of CultureTowns across Northumberland, Tyneside and County Durham submit bids for the inaugural competition.2 Apr 202619 Mar 2026Masseur in court charged with 55 sexual offencesTerence McBrien's alleged offences relate to 14 women dating between 2011 and 2021.19 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Two more towns submit culture prize bidsA shortlist will be chosen after the closing date for expressions of interest on 31 March.18 Mar 202612 Mar 2026Public meeting as another bank closure approachesBerwick's MP David Smith says banks do not realise the impact of closures on rural areas. 12 Mar 20268 Mar 2026Test your knowledge with our weekly quizHow much do you remember about the stories making the headlines across the North East and Cumbria?8 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Painting on historic town's cobbles 'a total mess'A council accepts the work is not good enough and is asking the contractor to redo it.5 Mar 202618 Feb 2026Masseur charged with 55 sexual offencesTerence McBrien from Alnwick is charged with sexual offences against 14 women.18 Feb 2026...