News

  • Village Halls Heritage project kicks off with Oral History training

    Posted 9th Sep 2021

    After being put on hold during the pandemic our Village Halls Heritage project has restarted. The first cohort of volunteers have completed their training in oral history recording delivered by Northumberland Archives, partners in our project. — Read more.

  • CAN starts search for new Village Halls Adviser

    Posted 13th Aug 2021

    Providing a comprehensive support service to village halls and community buildings across Northumberland is a core part of CAN’s DNA. — Read more.

  • Living off-grid in Northumberland? Please take our short survey

    Posted 30th Jul 2021

    It is estimated that over 350 households in Northumberland are not connected to the electricity grid. The majority of these households rely on oil generators to meet their basic electricity needs. Very little progress has been made in getting these households connected, despite the efforts of individual households, utility providers and other organisations over many years. As the UK makes the essential shift away from fossil fuels, the situation is becoming increasingly urgent. — Read more.

  • CAN welcomes new starters

    Posted 1st Jul 2021

    During June, CAN welcomed two new members of the team – Alan (pictured left) and Tom (right). — Read more.

  • The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee beacons

    Posted 1st Jul 2021

    The Queen’s platinum jubilee weekend takes place from 2nd – 5th June next year. — Read more.