Blyth22 hrs agoMan sentenced for causing woman's crash deathRyan Scott, from Blyth, is jailed for 10 years over the death of mother-of-two Claire Laybourne.22 hrs ago16 Feb 2026'Foster care changed my life, but we need more carers'A Northumberland student leads a campaign to address a regional shortage of foster carers.16 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Man led police on stolen motorbike 100mph pursuitPeter Smith is jailed after a judge says he ignored opportunities given by the court.13 Feb 20269 Feb 2026Call to embrace AI or 'be smashed' by itThe MP for Blyth makes the call at a conference in the town addressing A1's impact on everyday life.9 Feb 20263 Feb 2026'My shock at becoming a mum after teenage cancer treatment'A woman left in chronic pain after cancer as a 13-year-old describes "pure joy" at having a baby.3 Feb 202622 Jan 2026Man admits causing woman's crash deathRyan Scott, from Blyth, will be sentenced in February over the death of Claire Laybourne.22 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Man who went overboard fishing boat diesHM Coastguard and the RNLI say they battled severe weather to rescue two casualties near Blyth.15 Jan 20262 Jan 2026School forced to remain closed due to floodingGilbert Ward Academy will be shut on Monday and Tuesday after damage caused by a boiler leak.2 Jan 202625 Dec 2025'I hold festive hikes after a lonely Christmas'Hikes are held in Northumberland and the Lake District to bring people who might be alone together. 25 Dec 2025...
