HERE is a round-up of some of the stories we covered this week.

1.Resident sets up petition to beg others to save 'vital' community Hexham store

A HEXHAM resident is urging others to sign a petition to try and save their 'vital' community  store announced its possible closure.

2.Council amends plans for Priestpopple and issues apology to businesses after feedback

NORTHUMBERLAND County Council have amended their plans to redevelop Priestpopple in Hexham - and issued an apology to businesses.

3.Work delayed on plans to restore and repair listed building in Hexham

RESTORATION works on a listed building will be delayed as a council claims it will help to avoid any more impact on a town's other revitalising works.

4. The Tynedale postcodes where homes sell quicker than neighbouring areas revealed

HOUSE sale transactions are taking an average of 125 days to complete across Hexham postcodes since the beginning of the pandemic, according to new data.

5. New restaurant owners pleased with hygiene rating improvement

A HUSBAND-and-wife team are pleased with their latest hygiene rating after taking over the business from previous owners.

6.Young woman to be presented with award at Crufts 2024.

A WOMAN has been recognised for her achievements for her commitment in the canine industry.

7.'I'm going to stay and fight': Tenant refuses to leave after council eviction

A daughter and her ill-mother are fighting to stay in their multi-generation home after councillors decided to evict them from their home.

8.Opening date announced for new travel agent

AN OPENING date has been released for a new business in Prudhoe.

9.Fitting legacy for Sycamore Gap tree ensured for people and nature

The National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority are working to ensure a fitting legacy for the iconic Sycamore Gap tree.

10.Seamstress celebrates 100th Birthday surrounded by friends and family

A CHURCH enthusiast and WI member celebrated her milestone birthday with family and friends along with King Charles and Camilla's card taking pride of place.