Ashington Town Council has a vacancy for a Town Councillor in the College Ward, which can be filled by co-option.

Anyone wishing to join the council via co-option must be eligible under s.79 of the Local Government Act 1972, and not disqualified under s.80 of the Local Government Act 1972.

The streets of Ashington were hopping with excitement this Easter as families participated in the annual Ashington Bunny Hop Easter Trail event. Children and their parents visited 25 enthusiastic local shops around town, collecting stickers to fill up their Bunny Hop sticker cards. Once their cards were complete, they could redeem them for a free Easter egg at the Ashington Library, alongside Civic Head Councillor Victor Bridges.

A local conservation group is waging war against an invasive species that threatens to wipe out one of Britain’s most beloved woodland creatures.

5 FUSILIERS will celebrate St George’s Day 2024 whilst also exercising their freedom of Northumberland with a special church service and parade through the streets of Ashington on Saturday 20th April 2024.

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.