Ashington Town Council extends its sincere thanks to all the residents and organisations who participated in the Great Big Green Week event this past Tuesday at the weekly outdoor market on Station Road. The buzzing atmosphere and community enthusiasm for sustainable living was inspiring!

“We’re so grateful to the many fantastic local groups who hosted stalls and shared invaluable information on reducing energy use, increasing recycling and reuse, growing food sustainably, and protecting our regional wildlife and natural habitats,” said Chair of Ashington’s Climate Change Committee, Cllr Sophie Robinson. “The event was a wonderful demonstration of our community’s commitment to taking climate action.”

This past Saturday, the heart of Northumberland beat with pride and joy as the annual Miners’ Picnic made a triumphant return to Woodhorn Museum.

It was a fantastic morning at Koast Radio today! I had the pleasure of joining Jeff on the morning show to share some exciting news about upcoming community events organised by Ashington Town Council (ATC).

Talking Marras provides a peer led, safe and supportive environment for adults with mental health issues in Ashington.   The group provide a weekly drop-in session, every Friday, at the Hirst Welfare Centre in Ashington, from 10.00am till 2.00pm.

Ashington Town Council will carry out improvements to bus shelters across the town during June.

Motorists in Ashington are advised that a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order will be in effect on Institute Road for the annual Ashington Community Fair.

As part of its approved budget for 2024/25, Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce invitations are being taken for the Small Grant Fund,

As the nation prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the historic Normandy Landings, Ashington Town Council has announced plans to raise a special commemorative flag in tribute to the brave men and women who fought for freedom and peace during World War II.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce that Gemma Hemsley has been successfully co-opted as a new Town Councillor for the College Ward. Cllr Hemsley signed her official declaration of acceptance of office this afternoon.

At the Ashington Town Council annual meeting last night, Tuesday 28th May 2024, Cllr Caroline Ball was elected as the new Civic Head, with Cllr Sophie Robinson elected Deputy Civic Head.