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Now The Lloyds TSB hit list……….

Jan 27 2012 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

Following on from the HSBC ‘desertion’ we now see the Lloyds TSB branch in Bedlington is on the ‘get rid of’ list otherwise called “Project Verde". ‘’Project Merde‘’ more like as this could leave our Town without a banking presence on our high s...

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Bedlington update.........

Jan 12 2012 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

Following on from the article about sports and leisure provision in Bedlington (21st Now 2011) I can report a steering group has been set up to investigate and try to deliver major improvements at the Gallagher Park site. Composed of representative...

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Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree……..

Dec 06 2011 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

The Christmas tree standing in the middle of the Market Place in Bedlington has just been subjected to a senseless act of vandalism. Whilst walking up the street last week, a group of our finest young ladies were seen by a couple to be trying to rip...

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GRANNY BELLA’S FESTIVE LIGHT SHOW

Nov 25 2011 12:00 AM | John W. SNRG in Local News

Granny Bella is set to light up Bedlington Station – at the grand old age of 101. The long term resident of Sleekburn House will be pressing the switch to illuminate the 20-foot Christmas tree outside the Bernicia Group’s sheltered accommodation. As...

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Sports and leisure provision in Bedlington

Nov 21 2011 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

London will have its new leisure and sporting centres and even though the people of Bedlington don't expect anything as grand as that, a gesture will be nice in an age where we, as a country, are hosting an Olympic Games. Full story here

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Sad Day.

Nov 21 2011 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

Whilst the You Tube video (Everyone is talking about Bedlington) the Bedlingtonshire Development Trust produced to promote the pride local people felt in their heritage has been universally acclaimed, and even shortlisted for an award in a national com...

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National Maintenance Week.

Nov 14 2011 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

The North of England Civic Trust, as part of Bedlington Townscape Heritage Initiative, is holding an event celebrating National Maintenance Week. This will take place at St Cuthbert’s Church in Bedlington from 10-11.30am on Friday 25th November 2011....

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Road Safety Family Fun Day.

Nov 12 2011 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

The Police have organised a Family Fun Day with the underlying message of road safety. The event will be held on the car park opposite the library. This is the one just above the Day Centre opposite Morrison’s. It will take place 26th November from...

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Bedlington the Global Brand!

Oct 19 2011 12:00 AM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

The Bedlingtonshire Development Trust have produced a YouTube video which they hope goes viral. Aimed at promoting themselves and the Town the video uses the recent Bedlington Heritage Guide and has people standing in front of world renowned landmarks...

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Police And Communities Together, PACT.

Oct 13 2011 11:00 PM | Malcolm Robinson in Local News

After the success of the initial Bedlington neighbourhood online PACT (Police And Communities Together) meeting, Northumbria Police are holding another one on Thursday 24 November, 2011 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. This project is to allow members of the pu...

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Bedlington Battle Back to Bash Bishops

Oct 12 2011 11:00 PM | BedlingtonTerriersFC in Sport

Despite falling behind to a 2 goal deficit, Bedlington Terriers fought back on their first visit to Heritage Park to win the game 3-2. A early double by Johnson had put the hosts into the lead but 6 minutes before half time, Peter Snowden got his head...

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