
Crimewave in Northumberland town named happiest place to live leaves locals 'surprised'
Three shops were broken into over two nights in Hexham town centre, a low crime rate area, with police treating offences as being linked
Local news from Hexham and the surrounding area

Three shops were broken into over two nights in Hexham town centre, a low crime rate area, with police treating offences as being linked
An acclaimed stage company is bringing a classic American drama to the Hexham stage next month.
The 'best breakfast on the A69 route' has been revealed, according to Tripadvisor.
I was reminded of the power of excommunication while doing some research for my latest book, which deals with the excommunication of Robert Bruce following the murder of John Coymn in Greyfriars Churc
A U2 tribute band is set to entertain audiences in Hexham next month.
An upper floor apartment is up for sale in Hexham with two reception rooms and allocated parking.
Comedian Rich Hall, known for his appearances on QI, is coming to Hexham this summer.
Big names from the world of literature are set to appear in Hexham over the coming week.
A family-run shop in Hexham town centre has been chosen to stock award-winning mobility scooters.
AG Barr has announced the closure of Fentimans' Hexham, Northumberland site. It comes after the Scottish soft drinks giant bought Fentimans in a £38 million
Baroness Barbara Young visited the EGGER plant in Hexham last Thursday (April 16) to discuss sustainable manufacturing, productive forestry, and regional
The top-rated restaurant in Hexham on TripAdvisor has changed hands after three and a half years of glowing reviews.
As we look forward to celebrating St George’s Day this week, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the England we have and the England we should strive for.
Alleged burglary and criminal damage have been reported in the centre of a Northumberland town.
Two shops were broken into on Sunday night and a third on Monday in Hexham town centre - a popular location with a low crime rate
A festival exploring life on other planets, UFO encounters, and the mysteries of the universe is returning to Northumberland this summer.
A former Northumberland MP has become the new leader of the Reform UK group on Worcestershire County Council. Alan Amos defeated incumbent Jo Monk in an internal leadership vote this week.
Hexham Orpheus Choir is set to perform Mendelssohn’s dramatic musical composition Elijah at Hexham Abbey next month.
Policeman-turned-comedian Alfie Moore is bringing his latest stand-up show to the Queen’s Hall stage.
A live science show in Hexham is set to transport audiences on a journey through the cosmos.