Ponteland15 Dec 2025Closed church to be turned into community hubThe Malhotra Family Foundation plans to reopen a nursery and create a tearoom in Darras Hall.15 Dec 202512 Nov 2025Traditional wheelbarrow race planned to go aheadDoubts over the traditional event had been cast due to costs but businesses have rallied.12 Nov 202526 Oct 2025Future of traditional wheelbarrow race in doubtA new route for the Ponteland New Year's Day event is being discussed, councillors say.26 Oct 202529 Jun 2025Pledge to deter 'inconsiderate' airport parkingAdditional measures are being considered to prevent airport holidaymakers from parking in Ponteland.29 Jun 202510 Mar 2025'I was 35 and didn't even know what MS was'Kate Dawson from Ponteland wants people to be aware of the symptoms and get an early diagnosis. 10 Mar 20252 Jan 2025Firefighters called to tackle building blazeCrews from three engines have been at the scene since 05:00 GMT.2 Jan 20251 Dec 2024Your pictures: First snow of the seasonPeople in the north-east of England and Cumbria see chilly scenes as snow falls.1 Dec 202415 Nov 2024Newcastle player Joelinton's home burgled againThe footballer posts online to ask that his home is "respected as a safe space" for his family.15 Nov 202410 Nov 2024Tank veteran, 102, 'proud' of her war effortChristina Hartnell's family says it is important to remember the service of women in wartime.10 Nov 2024...