AS September has come to a close and we start to welcome those darker mornings, here at the Courant we have rounded up our top trending stories in September. 

1. Northumberland named one of the unhappiest places in the UK for homebuyers

This article caused a stir with our readers after research showed that Northumberland is the fourth unhappiest location in the UK according to homebuyers.

The research was conducted by Online Mortgage Advisor who analysed social media posts using hashtags related to recent home purchases.

2. Part of £30m roundabout due to open next week

A major milestone was completed on the A69 Bridge End improvement works when part of the project opens to traffic.

On  Monday, September 13, vehicles were able to use the new roundabout on the scheme, which, National Highways say, will reduce congestion and improve journey times and safety for users.

3. Drivers urged to avoid part of Hexham after serious collision

This was a sad story that we reported on. Motorists were being urged to avoid parts of Hexham after a serious collision this morning.

Emergency crews have been dealing with a crash in the Eilansgate Road area of Hexham since shortly after 7am on September 2, 2021.

Police, firefighters and paramedics were on the scene helping those involved in the two-car collision.

4. Prudhoe couple marry after growing up on the same street

We all love a wedding! Congratulations to Amy and Scott Potter.

After growing up on the same street together as children, a couple from Prudhoe have finally tied the knot.

Amy and Josh Potter got married on July 30 this year at the Lodore Fall Hotel in Keswick with Amy saying she was just so pleased to be able to celebrate with friends and family.

5. 'The damage is done' - Readers react to Matfen Hall decision after huge backlash

Another story that got you talking. Matfen Hall who told couples they must pay £10,000 extra or face their wedding being cancelled has said it will reverse the decision after suffering from a huge backlash.

In a U-turn on its decision to hike prices of dozens of pre-agreed weddings, Matfen Hall said it was now hoping to "put things right" and had apologised "unreservedly."