10 Apr 2008

If you have a question you would like to ask Tynedale Council, you can do so at full council meetings, during public question time.

2 May 2008

Due to the bank holidays on Monday 5 May and Monday 26 May, it is necessary to revise refuse collection dates during the following weeks.

2 May 2008

A new TV advert promoting the great town of Hexham has been on the airwaves this week; the advert is running on Tyne Tees and Border TV until Saturday May 3rd in day time and prime time slots, and is designed to attract visitors to the town for the busy May bank Holiday weekend.

2 May 2008

Follow this link to read the full results of the Northumberland election 2008.

1 May 2008

A group of young entrepreneurs from Tynedale have been praised by a top North East politician, on a trip to the European Parliament in Brussels.

25 Apr 2008

AN ELECTION extravaganza is to be beamed through cyberspace - giving voters all over Northumberland the chance to see results from the new council elections live as they happen.

9 Apr 2008

Find out more about the Northumberland Council Elections on 1st May 2008.

8 Apr 2008

While working hard behind the scenes on local government re-organisation, the can-do attitude of Tynedale Council continues to shine through in its own right, for it has been praised as 'outstanding' by the Government when it was awarded Beacon status for 'Better Public Places'.

31 Mar 2008

On 1st April a new national travel pass scheme is launched - entitling pass holders to free off-peak travel on local buses anywhere in England.

20 Mar 2008

Northumberland County Council has announced the temporary closure of both the Prudhoe and Allendale waste recovery sites - Prudhoe from 6pm on Monday 24th March 2008 (Easter Monday) until 23rd June 2008 and Allendale from 7-30pm on Froday 18th April until week commencing Monday 16th June, whilst improvements are carried out to enlarge and update the site.

19 Mar 2008

Work has now started on the construction of a £multi-million roundabout on the A69, designed to benefit the economy of Haltwhistle and western Tynedale.

12 Mar 2008

Hexham Market, standing in the heart of the town every Tuesday and surrounded by historic landmarks such as Hexham Abbey and the Moothall, has won a commendation from the country's leading markets organisation.

7 Mar 2008

Garden waste from across the district is helping a local parish council's garden grow.

5 Mar 2008

A survey of Old Gaol visitors has revealed a top score for satisfaction, enjoyment and friendliness.

3 Mar 2008

We have introduced some changes recently to your twin bin recycling service.

21 Feb 2008

Tynedale Council has demonstrated its support for Core Music by announcing a major grant of £12,500 for the organisation.

20 Feb 2008

COUNCIL leaders have published their first blueprint for a brand new council aimed at saving £17m a year and improving services for residents in Northumberland.

14 Feb 2008

Over the past decade over 300 voluntary and community sector organisations across Tynedale have benefited from £1½ million in Grant Aid funding.

14 Feb 2008

Bus passengers in Hexham could be looking forward to a new modern transport facility in the town, following a study into the best location and the facilities needed for effective and customer focussed bus services.

You can use Northumberland County Councils website to renew library books and check the status of your requests.

You can find planning applications by address or parish and comment on them online.

You will need your Council Tax account number and the postcode of the building the account is for.

You can book facilities provided by Leisure Tynedale online.

Tynedale Council keeps a Register of Electors. Only people whose names appear on the register are allowed to vote.

The Council administers the Housing Register. Applicants are nominated for housing to Milecastle Housing Limited and other Registered Social Landlords.

You can pay parking fines online using a debit or credit card. You will need to know the number of the parking ticket.

We collect household and commercial bulky waste items such as furniture, DIY and garden waste etc. There is a charge for this service and the cost depends upon the number of items you would like us to collect.

Permits are valid for one visit, they are provided free of charge and more than one permit may be requested when you apply.

If you live in Northumberland, you may apply for a Reception place or transfer to Middle and High Schools.

Forms and information about making a planning application to Tynedale Council.

Forms and information about making a building control submission to Tynedale Council.

3 Feb 2008 to 7 Dec 2008

The car boot sale season begins again in Hexham at the Auction Mart, taking place every Sunday morning.