Northumberland Second-best County
'I’ve spent decades exploring the UK. These are my 10 favourite counties.' writes The Daily Telegraph Destination Expert. ‘Walk through...
Dock Road closure
Northumbrian Water works mean Dock Road closed from 16 February for approximately six weeks until 27 March 2026. Pass it...
New car-wash and launderette for ex-Aldi site
After much speculation and ‘amusing’ rumours, the new owners of the former Aldi supermarket on North Road, Berwick have revealed...
MP to challenge decision to close Santander in Berwick
Berwick's MP, David Smith, has asked to meet Santander managers to challenge the proposal to close the bank's Berwick branch...
New contractor to restart troubled hospital build with opening ‘by Spring 2027’
A Gateshead contractor has been appointed to restart the stalled build of the Berwick Infirmary. Robertson Construction North East has...
Town tax rises 28% in Berwick this year and next despite more than £500,000 held in council funds
With more than £300,000 held in reserves last year and a £200,000 payout from Schedule III in December 2025 (the...
Berwick public funds explained
Readers have been in touch with The Bridge to express confusion over Berwick Town Council’s financial organisation. Parish Councils...
Concern over impact of Precept rise in Berwick
To the Editor, At its simplest, taxation takes money out of the local commercial economy — where it would otherwise...
The Bridge New Issue out Monday 2 March!
It's out soon! Monday 2 March. Get your copy here:Direct Pets, Ramparts Business ParkHighfield Premier, North RoadThe Pilot Inn, Low...
Boxing Day Dip 2025, Spittal Beach, Berwick upon Tweed
All photos courtesy of Canon Alan Hughes
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