The Chronicle & Echo has brought its readers local news for more than 90 years — throughout Her Majesty’s reign. But there’s been more than one occasion since 1952 when eyes of the nation have focused on Northampton for good and bad reasons. Here’s just a few…
21. #northamptonclown
The world-wide web focused on Northampton back in 2013 when pictures circulated of a sinister-looking clown wandering the streets. The hashtag #northamptonclown exploded overnight. Photo: Northampton Chronicle & Echo
22. #northamptonclown
The “clown” was later revealed to be student Alex Powell who pulled off the stunt as a bit of "harmless fun" and said he never set out to cause trouble. Photo: Northampton Chronicle & Echo