Members of the public are being reminded they can access walk-in centres and minor injury units throughout the region during the festive season.
No appointments are needed - you can walk in to use any of the services.
Walk-in centres are available for treatment of minor illnesses or injuries without an appointment for all patients except children under two years old.
The following blood donor sessions take place at Cleasewell Hill Healthy Living Centre in Guidepost, NE62 5DF:
Monday 07 Dec 2009, 15:00 to 19:00
Monday 18 Jan 2010, 15:00 to 19:00
For further information, including sessions taking place in neighbouring towns, or to book an appointment, visit www.blood.co.uk.
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This Northumberland County Council page has information about opening hours and services available at Guidepost Library.
View general information about household rubbish collection from Northumberland County Council.
Northumbria Police: 03456 043 043
Crimestoppers: 0800 555111
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service:
Cramlington Fire Station 01670 714040
Ashington Fire Station 01670 520253
Blyth Fire Station 01670 352223
North East Ambulance Service: 0191 430-2000.
Wansbeck General Hospital: 0844 811 8111
GPs:
GuidePost Medical Group: 01670 822071
Northumbrian Water:
General Enquiries - 0845 717 1100
Report a flood - 0800 3287648
Environment Agency: 08708 506 506
NHS Direct: 0845 4647
Northumberland County Council : 01670 533000
Choppington - Coun David Ledger
01670 851399
DLedger@northumberlandcouncil.gov.uk
Sleekburn - Coun Jeff Gobin
01670 822539
JGobin@northumberlandcouncil.gov.uk
Stakeford - Coun Julie Rowe
01670 825146
JRowe@northumberlandcouncil.gov.uk
Wansbeck MP Denis Murphy:
Tel: 020 7219 3000
Type your postcode into the Post Office's branch locator to find your nearest branch.
You can find out the latest fuel prices for the Choppington, Guidepost, Stakeford and Sleekburn area at www.petrolprices.com.
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