Anna Williams
@annaattheambler.bsky.social
Community Newspaper editor. Puffin wrangler. Amble, Northumberland UK
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Hello new followers! I run a community newspaper in Amble, Northumberland (UK). Am a fan of the environment, democracy and the crazy idea there should be a future on this planet for humans.
Results of the Amble by-election
Winner: Amy Spriggs LABOUR 439 (38.82%)
Warren Ladyman REFORM UK 379 (33.51%)
Jenny Richards CONSERVATIVE 237 (20.95%)
Michael Joyce RESTORE 76 (6.72%)
Turnout: 1131 (31%)
Winner: Amy Spriggs LABOUR 439 (38.82%)
Warren Ladyman REFORM UK 379 (33.51%)
Jenny Richards CONSERVATIVE 237 (20.95%)
Michael Joyce RESTORE 76 (6.72%)
Turnout: 1131 (31%)
October 2, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Results of the Amble by-election
Winner: Amy Spriggs LABOUR 439 (38.82%)
Warren Ladyman REFORM UK 379 (33.51%)
Jenny Richards CONSERVATIVE 237 (20.95%)
Michael Joyce RESTORE 76 (6.72%)
Turnout: 1131 (31%)
Winner: Amy Spriggs LABOUR 439 (38.82%)
Warren Ladyman REFORM UK 379 (33.51%)
Jenny Richards CONSERVATIVE 237 (20.95%)
Michael Joyce RESTORE 76 (6.72%)
Turnout: 1131 (31%)
Reposted by Anna Williams
We asked all the candidates in the upcoming by-election what they would do for Amble, if elected:
www.theambler.co.uk/2026/09/14/c...
#northumberland
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#northumberland
Candidates for Amble's county council by-election - The Ambler
The following candidates have put forward their intention to stand in the upcoming by-election on 1...
www.theambler.co.uk
September 14, 2026 at 2:14 PM
We asked all the candidates in the upcoming by-election what they would do for Amble, if elected:
www.theambler.co.uk/2026/09/14/c...
#northumberland
www.theambler.co.uk/2026/09/14/c...
#northumberland
Your letters: shock at litter on the beach, how Amble's Christmas Lights began, and remembering Nurse Carruthers: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/08/06/w...
WHAT YOU SAY... - The Ambler
Shock at broken glass and litter on beach Broken glassMy partner, Rachael Pocklington, was walking on...
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August 27, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Your letters: shock at litter on the beach, how Amble's Christmas Lights began, and remembering Nurse Carruthers: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/08/06/w...
The funerals of two Amble councillors will be held in the coming days. Arty Hume died suddenly at the end of July. His funeral will be held at Bockenfield Crematorium on 21 Aug. Last week it was announced that Ian Hinson has died. His funeral will be held at St Cuthbert's Parish Church on 27 Aug.
August 17, 2026 at 12:37 PM
The funerals of two Amble councillors will be held in the coming days. Arty Hume died suddenly at the end of July. His funeral will be held at Bockenfield Crematorium on 21 Aug. Last week it was announced that Ian Hinson has died. His funeral will be held at St Cuthbert's Parish Church on 27 Aug.
Issue 159 of The Ambler is out now!
www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
#Amble #Northumberland #communitynews
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#Amble #Northumberland #communitynews
August 4, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Issue 159 of The Ambler is out now!
www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
#Amble #Northumberland #communitynews
www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
#Amble #Northumberland #communitynews
Dozens of jobs could be created as two large retailers set out their plans for Amble:
www.theambler.co.uk/2026/07/23/d...
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Dozens of new jobs tipped for Friendliest Port - The Ambler
Two major retailers are proposing to invest in the Friendliest Port, potentially bringing dozens of new...
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July 24, 2026 at 7:51 AM
Dozens of jobs could be created as two large retailers set out their plans for Amble:
www.theambler.co.uk/2026/07/23/d...
www.theambler.co.uk/2026/07/23/d...
Pudsey’s Hamble to Amble adventure: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/07/22/p...
Pudsey's adventure from Hamble to Amble - The Ambler
Pudsey bear and his friends called in to Amble as part of a nationwide fundraising challenge....
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July 22, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Pudsey’s Hamble to Amble adventure: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/07/22/p...
Am currently glued to this interactive map of the lightning storms! www.blitzortung.org/en/live_ligh...
Lightning & Thunderstorms - World Map
Blitzortung.org provides lightning and thunderstorm information in real-time on maps for USA, United Kingdom, Australia, new Zealand, Europa, Africa, Asia and other Countries.
www.blitzortung.org
June 26, 2026 at 7:17 AM
Am currently glued to this interactive map of the lightning storms! www.blitzortung.org/en/live_ligh...
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“We’ve only had 114 years to do something, let our kids sort it out!”
June 25, 2026 at 7:07 AM
“We’ve only had 114 years to do something, let our kids sort it out!”
Reposted by Anna Williams
Evening!
Something a bit different today, and something I never dived into at the time of this walk in 2022. I've been intrigued by this little building ever since it popped up on a documentary some years ago. This one's about bird crap!
Something a bit different today, and something I never dived into at the time of this walk in 2022. I've been intrigued by this little building ever since it popped up on a documentary some years ago. This one's about bird crap!
June 19, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Evening!
Something a bit different today, and something I never dived into at the time of this walk in 2022. I've been intrigued by this little building ever since it popped up on a documentary some years ago. This one's about bird crap!
Something a bit different today, and something I never dived into at the time of this walk in 2022. I've been intrigued by this little building ever since it popped up on a documentary some years ago. This one's about bird crap!
Northumberland County Council offers funding for feasibility studies for Friendliest Port: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/06/19/h...
Hopes to bring investment to Friendliest Port - The Ambler
Amble could soon benefit from new projects to improve its culture, leisure and sports offer. A...
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June 19, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Northumberland County Council offers funding for feasibility studies for Friendliest Port: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/06/19/h...
The latest Ambler is out now!
You can also read it online: www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
You can also read it online: www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
June 17, 2026 at 1:57 PM
The latest Ambler is out now!
You can also read it online: www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
You can also read it online: www.theambler.co.uk/back-issues-...
Ancient history: I worked on the CD-i version of this. It was such a unique game even then:
The 7th Guest Remake Review – a spirited reboot of a ghost story classic www.theguardian.com/games/2026/j...
The 7th Guest Remake Review – a spirited reboot of a ghost story classic www.theguardian.com/games/2026/j...
The 7th Guest Remake Review – a spirited reboot of a ghost story classic
This clever update captures the 1990s magic of the original… including some of the technical issues
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June 12, 2026 at 7:59 AM
Ancient history: I worked on the CD-i version of this. It was such a unique game even then:
The 7th Guest Remake Review – a spirited reboot of a ghost story classic www.theguardian.com/games/2026/j...
The 7th Guest Remake Review – a spirited reboot of a ghost story classic www.theguardian.com/games/2026/j...
Coquet Island Puffling Alert! Looks like we have a new addition to the Coquet Island puffin family. #puffin #puffling. Check out the live cam here: www.youtube.com/live/UQDGaJs...
Coquet Island: 4 Puffin Burrow🌙07/06/26
YouTube video by CarnyxWild
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June 7, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Coquet Island Puffling Alert! Looks like we have a new addition to the Coquet Island puffin family. #puffin #puffling. Check out the live cam here: www.youtube.com/live/UQDGaJs...
Sand, sea and a sizzling Puffin Festival: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/05/29/s...
Sand, sea and a sizzling Puffin Festival - The Ambler
Bumper crowds enjoyed the heat at this year’s Puffin Festival. A spokeperson for Amble Events Committee...
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May 29, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Sand, sea and a sizzling Puffin Festival: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/05/29/s...
Reposted by Anna Williams
Two more drownings today in UK. One in my home city of Oxford. Both youngsters.
Slate have (I'm told) kindly removed the paywall on this article.
Slate have (I'm told) kindly removed the paywall on this article.
Every summer I repost this article on how to spot drowning. Please read it and pass on. In the last few years I’ve had SIX messages from people who saved a kid’s life after clicking on the link from my feed.
slate.com/technology/2...
slate.com/technology/2...
Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning
Drowning is not the violent, splashing call for help that most people expect.
slate.com
May 28, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Two more drownings today in UK. One in my home city of Oxford. Both youngsters.
Slate have (I'm told) kindly removed the paywall on this article.
Slate have (I'm told) kindly removed the paywall on this article.
How are all my fellow #GivEnergy refugees doing?
May 27, 2026 at 8:13 AM
How are all my fellow #GivEnergy refugees doing?
What a glorious day! Here’s a few images from today’s fun at #AmblePuffinFestival
#puffintheatreclub #JamieandGeorgie #BareToedAerial #SimonWoodDrum
#puffintheatreclub #JamieandGeorgie #BareToedAerial #SimonWoodDrum
May 23, 2026 at 5:28 PM
What a glorious day! Here’s a few images from today’s fun at #AmblePuffinFestival
#puffintheatreclub #JamieandGeorgie #BareToedAerial #SimonWoodDrum
#puffintheatreclub #JamieandGeorgie #BareToedAerial #SimonWoodDrum
The puffins are getting ready for their festival weekend: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/05/22/l...
Looking forward to the Puffin Festival - The Ambler
The puffins are here, the weather looks great, and we hope we’ll see you all at...
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May 22, 2026 at 4:56 PM
The puffins are getting ready for their festival weekend: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/05/22/l...
Over 70 artworks feature in this open exhibition entitled 'Amble, Northumberland, England' at Dovecote Street Arts, Dovecote St, Amble NE65 0DX. 23 May - 7 June.
May 21, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Over 70 artworks feature in this open exhibition entitled 'Amble, Northumberland, England' at Dovecote Street Arts, Dovecote St, Amble NE65 0DX. 23 May - 7 June.
There's a fascinating exhibition on fishermen's ganseys at Dry Water Arts. Wellwood St, Amble NE65 0FG. 11-3pm Until 5 June.
May 21, 2026 at 10:19 AM
There's a fascinating exhibition on fishermen's ganseys at Dry Water Arts. Wellwood St, Amble NE65 0FG. 11-3pm Until 5 June.
Celebrations begin as Amble's Little Shore awarded bathing water status: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/05/15/n...
Now we can celebrate: Amble's Little Shore awarded bathing water status - The Ambler
Water quality campaigners in Amble are celebrating as news broke that the Little Shore has been...
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May 15, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Celebrations begin as Amble's Little Shore awarded bathing water status: www.theambler.co.uk/2026/05/15/n...