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The organisations housed within the Eric Tolhurst Centre will be opening their doors to the public on 5th September 2011 between 10am - 4 pm.
The aim is to raise awareness of the services they provide to the local community.
Local councilors will be invited; employers and other partnership-learning providers will be on site to give advice and guidance on employment, education and training opportunities to the people of Blyth and the surrounding communities.
On the 3rd and 4th of September we will be doing some free children's activities.
On 9th, 10th and 11th of September we will be open for the Heritage Open Days with a small event on 10th and 11th. Bunker 13, George Formby and V.E.R.A will be on site along with some military vehicles.
On the 24th of September John Sadler's Time Bandits will be doing a day based on the enigma machine. Come along and join the fun, all is free.
The Northumberland Knightflyers held an inner team scrimmage on Friday before heading into a well deserved week off.
Team A defeated Team B 87 - 49, with Callum Wingfield leading all scorers with 48 points, whilst Adam Hume blocked an incredible 9 shots.
'Our level of play just keeps on improving' said Head Coach Alan Hoyle 'Next season is going to be fantastic, I believe the Knightflyers are title contenders, without a doubt.'
The game saw an incredible display of three point shooting, including four contested shots from behind the arc by Jonny May.
The Knightflyers are now taking a small break until Friday 2nd September. Next Friday will see Jonny May and Adam Hume's band, the Snapped Strings at the Bede Street Club in Amble.
The Snapped Strings, who formed in 2009, will be playing a selection of songs featuring covers from artists such as Oasis, Stereophonics, Snow Patrol and many more. The gig starts at 9pm and The Snapped Strings will be selling CD's featuring their music for £2.
For more information about the Northumberland Knightflyers please visit http://www.aspire2achieve.org.uk
Sunday August 7th 2011 saw the Blyth Renegades Basketball team return to the Blyth Sportscentre with a fresh new look and some familiar faces.
After moving to Ashington in 2008 followed by the move to Amble and rename to the Northumberland Knightflyers in 2009 the Renegades are back where it all started.
Aspire 2 Achieve staff, Alan Hoyle and Isobelle Gibson were Royally awarded on June 22nd 2011 when the Queen visited Alnwick Castle and Gardens.
'It was such an honour to actually meet and speak to the queen' said Alan Hoyle 'It is amazing how teaching a game we love has lead us to this. We really enjoyed the day and met some amazing and inspirational people, true unsung heroes who give their lives to helping others.'
Both Alan and Isobelle were invited to the special Volunteer and Carers Party due to the basketball work they carry out as part of the Aspire 2 Achieve programme, and were awarded with certificates and other keepsakes from the day.
Seven Stars, Northumberland's learning disabled theatre company, are having an open day for learning disabled adults interested in drama and art.
The open day is taking place on Wednesday 31st August 1-3pm at St Cuthbert's Church Hall, Bridge Street, Blyth.
The Stars aim to demonstrate what it is they do in hopes of attracting new members to the group.
If you're interested in attending please contact Headway Arts on 01670 351962 or HeadwayT@aol.com. Supported by the Northern Rock Foundation.
Headway Arts supported by BBC Children in Need will be running a week of free creative workshops for 9 to 18 year olds.
Seven Stars, Northumberland's learning disabled theatre company, would like to thank everyone who helped with or took part in their annual sponsored walk on Thursday 28th July.
The 3.5 mile Stars Trek from Seaton Sluice to Blyth was undertaken by all members of Seven Stars, Headway Arts staff, family and friends to raise money to take the Stars' shows on tour.
By Conservation Officer Kevin O'Hara
Late July can often be a dull time for nature as most birds have fledged and they are hidden either in the leafy canopy or have moved from breeding grounds to other areas.
As we have had a warmer than normal year, so far, with some wonderful spring sunshine, it could possibly be the bumper year we need after two particularly hard winters. One thing that is certain is that smaller creatures, the beetles, bees, bugs and other insects are certainly making hay whilst the weather is good.
Isn't it strange how despite what appear to be massive breaches of security, the illegal tapping of phones, the involvement of police in cash payments for information and whatever else, there is still a tacit acceptance of this being a high-level problem and somewhat remote from the ordinary people like us.
I can quite imagine if the papers involved had been the Morning Star or any other left-wing publication there would be a holy outcry for hangings and the disgrace and abuse of the media.
Blyth Links
Wildlife - With Conservation Officer Kevin O'Hara
Ronnie Campbell - MP for Blyth Valley
Blyth Valley Scouts - Stu Bennett
Alan Hoyle - Basketball and local news
Blyth All-Weather Lifeboat - Barry Elliott
Jo Edwards - Local issues and news
John Dawson - History tales
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