Notice is hereby given that the agenda for the Finance and General Services meeting of the Town Council originally issued on 4th April, has been amended. The amended agenda is provided and was issued on 10th April which remains three clear days prior to the scheduled meeting date of 16th April, in accordance with legal requirements.

The updated agenda includes the additional item College Ward – Casual Vacancy and is included along with associated papers on the council’s website.

The North Seaton Colliery Community Centre spread joy during the Easter weekend by organising a special distribution of Easter eggs and treats for furry friends.

Ashington Town Council is thrilled to kick off the new financial year by opening the first round of its Small Grant Fund for 2024-2025.

April is Stress Awareness Month, a campaign aimed at raising awareness of stress on our wellbeing, ways to reduce stress and improve mental health.    

Residents and organisations across Ashington have come together over last week to participate in this year’s Great British Spring Clean campaign.

What a historic and emotional day it was as I witnessed the Royal Navy officially hand over the ship’s bell and other artefacts from HMS Blyth to Blyth Town Council.

Families are invited to join in the fun this Easter with the return of The Bunny Hop Easter Trail brought to you by Ashington Town Council.

Northumberland County Council will be submitting an application for prior approval to demolish the buildings at Wansbeck Square in Ashington. This is the first step in redeveloping the site, with further plans still being finalised and coordination with Network Rail and Northern Powergrid ongoing.

As part of the prior approval application process, NCC has provided the required Site Notice indicating a proposed demolition start date of 1st July 2024. These notices will be posted around Wansbeck Square in the next couple of days. However, the actual demolition date may change depending on the approval timeline, particularly any requirements from Network Rail and Northern Powergrid.

With spring just around the corner, Ashington Town Council is launching an exciting new “Action for Insects” plan!

As spring approaches, Ashington Town Council is taking steps to protect and support the insect populations that are vital to the local ecosystem.