Ponteland

Ponteland village notes

IT is lovely to see the Blackbird open again after being closed for so long and becoming rather derelict.

Last updated 22 May 2013
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Ponteland: Library omission could be a deal breaker, developer warns

A FINANCIAL appraisal for the long-awaited regeneration of Ponteland town centre has been submitted – with the notable exception of the library.

Last updated 15 May 2013
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Ponteland: Cora’s a shoe-in for award

Hxcorash A PONTELAND teenager who won a national shoe designing competition has seen her vision become a reality.

Last updated 15 May 2013
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Matfen village notes

THE next Upper Pont Dining Club dinner is on Wednesday, May 22, at 6.45pm in the Keeper’s Lodge, Matfen Hall.

Last updated 15 May 2013
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Ponteland village notes

ON each of the four Saturdays in May, Ponteland Bowling Club will be hosting free ‘taster’ sessions from 10.30am until noon.

Last updated 15 May 2013
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Ponteland showcases activities for older folk

AN event showcasing health, wellbeing and leisure opportunities for older people in Ponteland will be held on Saturday, May 18 in the village’s St Mary’s Church hall.

Last updated 15 May 2013
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Belsay: Exhibition is stitched up

A QUILT exhibition organised by the North-East region of the Quilters’ Guild will be held at Belsay Hall between May 4 and May 12.

Last updated 8 May 2013
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Ponteland: Planners won’t budge over homes decision

A “FIRM steer” from the Planning Inspectorate has failed to persuade councillors to change their minds over a contentious planning application in Ponteland.

Last updated 8 May 2013
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Ponteland village notes

IF you fancy a soup and sandwich lunch today, why not try the United Reformed church at 12.30pm; it is highly recommended.

Last updated 8 May 2013
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Ponteland: Kirkley Hall awards celebrate apprentices

hxbernicia A SPECIAL awards dinner has been held at Northumberland College’s Kirkley Hall campus, near Ponteland, to celebrate the value of apprenticeships to business.

Last updated 8 May 2013
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Matfen village notes

THANKFULLY the sun is shining, the daffodils are out and the grass on the village green has been efficiently cut, so the village is looking good and spring must be on its way!

Last updated 1 May 2013
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Planners allow horse jumps at Belsay Hall

A LATE hurdle has been cleared over plans for the popular Hexham Horse Trials to be relocated to Belsay Castle.

Last updated 1 May 2013
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Ponteland redevelopment plans reach a stalemate

PLANS for a £20m redevelopment of Ponteland town centre appear to have reached a dead end after a bitter breakdown in negotiations between the developer and Northumberland County Council.

Last updated 1 May 2013
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Ponteland village notes

CARPET bowls will take place tonight at 7.30pm in the Methodist Church Hall. Newcomers are always welcome, even if you have never tried to play before.

Last updated 24 April 2013
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Bays ease parking woes for residents

hxbay FURTHER action has been taken to tackle a major parking nightmare.

Last updated 17 April 2013
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Courant talk

PONTELAND Civic Society will be informed, educated and entertained by the Hexham Courant’s deputy editor, Brian Tilley, on Monday, April 29.

Last updated 17 April 2013
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Tune-up planned for historic Blackbird pub

PONTELAND’S historic Blackbird pub finally looks set to reopen.

Last updated 10 April 2013
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TeenStar Olivia’s hoping to make her London debut in national competition

Hxoldixon SHE entered on the spur-of-the-moment without any expectation of success, but 13-year-old Olivia Dixon has proved a hit act in a national singing contest.

Last updated 10 April 2013
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PONTELAND is in the top 10 places to live in the North-East and Yorkshire, according to the Sunday Times guide. Factors scored include schools, low crime, employment, culture, transport and natural beauty.

Last updated 10 April 2013
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