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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. “Hexham Courant historic headlines”
2. “Tynedale news 150 years ago”
Discover historical events from the past 150 years in Hexham and surrounding areas. From a wheelchair theft to a housing bid, gold coin discovery, job losses, business awards, and school achievements, the timeline showcases the region’s rich history. Learn about the transformation of a disused railway line into a scenic walk, memorable music performances, shop takeovers, philanthropist’s passing, drought fears, and community turnouts in elections. Dive into the past with stories of organ funds, chapel extensions, school praises, water system plans, fundraising bazaars, and tragic accidents. Experience the evolution of Hexham through the lens of time.
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1. “Historic Hexham news archives”
2. “Tynedale’s past events and stories”
10 years ago – Nottingham
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, powerchair footballers Edward Common and Sam Smith were left devastated at the Village Hotel in Nottingham. The duo, celebrating their team’s victory in the Wheelchair Football Association Premier League, were shocked to discover that a Mercedes van containing four specialist chairs, each valued at £6,000, had been stolen.
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Moving away from the sports arena, a major new housing development was being proposed in the centre of Hexham. The aim was to safeguard the future of four prominent sports clubs in the town. Nearly five acres of land between Hexham Golf Club and Tynedale Cricket Club were earmarked for a multi-million pound housing scheme by a Durham development company. This surplus land, if sold, could secure the future of not only the two major clubs but also the Tynedale hockey and tennis clubs that shared facilities at Prior’s Flat off Eilansgate.
Delving into history, archaeologists at Bardon Mill’s Vindolanda site struck gold with the discovery of a rare coin dating back almost 2,000 years to the reign of the infamous Roman emperor Nero. identified as an aureus, this coin was worth half a year’s pay to a Roman soldier and marked a significant find after over 40 years of excavations at the site.
25 years ago – Hexham
Job losses loomed over factories in Haltwhistle and Allendale, with Akzo Nobel in Haltwhistle announcing 38 job cuts at its paint plant and Hadrian International in Allendale going into receivership, resulting in most of its 22 staff losing their jobs.
Business accolades shone a positive light on Hexham, with Dickinson’s winning the national Soft Furnishing Retailer of the Year award and Northumbria and Cumbria estate agent clinching the regional independent estate agent of the year title for the third time in four years.
Prudhoe Community High School achieved Beacon school status, a prestigious recognition granted by the government, joining the ranks of Sele First School in Hexham.
50 years ago – Northumberland
Northumberland County Council set in motion plans to invest £43,000 in converting the disused Wylam railway line into a picturesque walkway for the community to enjoy.
On the entertainment front, Cupid’s Inspiration, a top UK band with hits like “Yesterday has Gone”, entertained audiences for two consecutive nights at Dontino’s Nightspot in Hexham.
75 years ago – Hexham
Hexham’s oldest grocer, the venerable 149-year-old Hogarth and Co, underwent a change in ownership as it was acquired by the Newcastle-based firm McConville and McEvoy.
The passing of Florence Lilian Joicey, a leading philanthropist from Blenkinsopp Hall near Haltwhistle, marked a somber moment in West Tynedale.
Water scarcity concerns gripped Hexham as the town’s water consumption exceeded the supply from Ladle Wells by 100,000 gallons per day.
The elections for Alston Rural Council boasted an impressive 75 per cent voter turnout, indicating strong civic engagement within the community.
100 years ago – Corbridge
A sale of work in Corbridge raised £145 towards the village’s organ fund, bringing a step closer the acquisition of a new organ for the local community.
125 years ago – Allendale
A fundraising effort in Allendale garnered £101 to support the planned extension at Woodhead Primitive Methodist chapel, enhancing the religious infrastructure for villagers.
Whitfield’s school received high praise from HM Inspectors of Schools, commending the discipline and diligence of its pupils.
Plans were in motion for a new water system at West Nenthead, with an allocated budget of £130 to improve water provision in the area.
150 years ago – Haydon Bridge
A successful bazaar in Haydon Bridge raised £92 towards the construction of the village’s new Wesleyan chapel, showcasing community support for religious endeavors.
Tragedy struck at Fourstone’s Prudham limestones quarry as an Irish worker met a fatal accident, falling 50 feet down a quarry face while on his way home to Frankham Fell.
