The Latest Breaking News from Northumberland

Nick Knowles' plea ahead of heart-wrenching DIY SOS transformation in Northumberland later this month

Nick Knowles has took to social media this evening to urge the public to get involved in transforming a Longframlington home

Chronicle Live · Mar 17, 2022

Osprey nest with stunning views over Northumberland in the spotlight

The Osprey Watch facility at Kielder will come from a nest with spectactular views over the area

Chronicle Live · Mar 17, 2022

Northumberland independent bookshop named best in the North of England

Forum Books in Corbridge took the crown for the North of England at the Bookseller's Independent Bookshop of the Year and could now be named retailer of the year at the British Book Awards in May

Chronicle Live · Mar 16, 2022

The Flying Scotsman, the world's most famous steam engine, in the North East 40 years ago

Photographed steaming through rural Northumberland in March 1982, the Flying Scotsman had earned its famous reputation as a daily London to Edinburgh service that reached speeds of 100mph

Chronicle Live · Mar 14, 2022

Vera series 12 filming kicks off in Northumberland as author Ann Cleeves confirms cast's return

Vera author Ann Cleeves took to social media on Monday morning to confirm filming was starting on series 12

Chronicle Live · Mar 14, 2022

Rural tourism scheme celebrates 25th anniversary with shows in Northumberland and County Durham

The Highlights Rural Touring Scheme has been running since 1997 and brings music, theatre, dance and workshops to rural areas of Northumberland, County Durham and Cumbria

Chronicle Live · Mar 13, 2022

The Northumberland smokehouse which is renowned for its kippers

L. Robson & Sons has practised the traditional method of oak-smoking kippers for more than 100 years - and it's built up quite a reputation in that time

Chronicle Live · Mar 13, 2022

We tried one of Northumberland's best budget eats - with a side of bagpipes

We tried the world famous 'auchtermuchty' sandwich in Craster and were serenaded by the owner and his bagpipes as we ate

Chronicle Live · Mar 13, 2022

Tributes paid to much-loved local legend nicknamed 'Mr Allendale' after his tragic death

Cherished community figure Nigel Baynes passed away at Baynes Coaches in Allendale, Northumberland on Thursday evening

Chronicle Live · Mar 13, 2022

What is a bothy and where can you find them in Northumberland?

Described as camping without the tent, bothies offer shelter for those walking and biking in the hills and there are some in Northumberland National Park

Chronicle Live · Mar 13, 2022