Memorial trees planted on site in Belford will be kept, a planning committee meeting hears.
A by-election to replace John Allen will take place in the next 35 days.
Andy Burnham says the government will look into an "alternative way" of funding the scheme.
Councillor Patrick Lambert fears taxpayers will be left liable for the authority's debts.
Prudhoe Library will not have reduced opening hours after feedback was given to the council.
The North East received just 57 awards, much lower than most regions of England, which had over 100.
Parents tell Northumberland County Council there are concerns about significant staff shortages.
A coroner praises Aras Rudzianskas, 13, who died trying to help David Radut, 14, in the River Tyne.
Union members end their industrial action at Haydon Bridge High School amid talks with new bosses.
