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Hundreds of thousands of young people take part in DofE activities every year

DofE kit sorted: Top Craghoppers picks for expeditions

Zoomania, which evolved from Hullabaloo and has been open in Gladstone Road since 2020, closed for the final time on Monday (April 21). Photo: Kirsty Edmonds.

One of the last soft play centres has CLOSED and will soon open for venue hire

DIRTEA's award-winning mushroom coffee

Ditch the jitters – coffee alternative gives focus without the crash

Classic children's titles are down in price in the Amazon Book Sale event

Children’s classic books up to 70% off in Amazon Book Sale

33-year-old Danny Shanahan, who is a father to three daughters aged two, three and five, began his treatment plan in mid-March – which consists of 14 rounds of chemotherapy over seven months and radiotherapy during the final two months.

Father of three urges people to act on gut instincts following cancer diagnosis

Families enjoyed a range of Easter activities at Delapre Abbey over Easter weekend (April 18 - April 21).

In pictures: Families enjoy Easter fun and activities at Delapre Abbey

Five-year-old Lucas was diagnosed with Becker Muscular Dystrophy in April last year, which is a progressive muscle-wasting condition that will cause them to weaken and deteriorate over time.

Dad to run half marathon following son’s diagnosis with muscle-wasting condition

Bills are going up again - unless you act now

Save £388 on energy bills with this free tool before prices rise again

There is plenty to do this Easter...

15 Easter events and egg hunts taking place over the bank holiday weekend

The Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet

Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet now £69.99 at Amazon

It was in 2023 when the idea of hosting ‘Joyfully Seen’ events for the SEND community came about.

Meet the cake business founder passionate about hosting events for SEND families

Amazon's first ever book sale starts this month

Amazon UK Book Sale: Up to 70% off books, Kindles and more

Vicki Wilkinson founded Vicki Wilkinson Birth and Baby back in October 2013, following a traumatic first birth experience and a late pregnancy loss. Photo: Lightdraw Photography.

Mother dedicates business to helping others following traumatic birth and loss

Capture the magic with a digital wedding guest photo album and guestbook with GuestPix - it couldn't be easier

The wedding photo hack you’ll wish you’d known sooner

The new Nintendo Switch 2

Every UK shop where the Nintendo Switch 2 has not yet sold out

Over the past couple of months, a mysterious person has left singular books in different locations around Dallington – with a note inviting children to take them home to enjoy should they be the first to find them.

‘Secret book fairy’ continues to leave treats for children in this neighbourhood
A “secret book fairy” has been praised for leaving treats for the children of a Northampton neighbourhood to find with their families each weekend.
Katie Wheatley

The Cadbury Easter Chocolate Collection Hamper

Cadbury Easter egg sale now live with up to £5 off top chocolate gifts

Drayton Manor celebrates its 75th anniversary

Drayton Manor day out for two now just £29.50 in spring deal

Eleanor Belcher, the deputy manager and SENCO leader at Bellinge Community Pre-School, was taken by surprise last Friday (April 4) to mark her career milestone.

Celebration hosted for dedicated pre-school worker of impressive 25 years

Sands United was set up for and by bereaved fathers in Northamptonshire as a way to receive support through a mutual love of football.

Bereaved father proud to organise charity football match and family fun day

Woo, who has accumulated almost 600 followers on her Instagram page @woo_reviews, was approached by the team at T’s Coffee to host her own event this Spring Bank Holiday Monday (May 26).

Six-year-old budding food reviewer to host street food event at hidden gem venue

Some of the very cute babies born in Northampton in March 2025...

In pictures: Six adorable babies born in Northampton in March 2025

Morrisons Clinic has a range services aimed at men

Morrisons launches easy online clinic for men: no GP, no awkward chats

Colready Highlands, in Brackley, has been run by the Dyer family for more than 100 years – and has attracted people from all of the UK since launching their highland cow experience in 2023.

Family-run farm is adding unique experience of afternoon tea with highland cows

Will you bag a mystery holiday from Wowcher?

Family holidays from £79? Wowcher’s Mystery Break deal is back!

Sky, Virgin and BT broadband price hikes and how to avoid them

A unique Mothers Day gift from MyStories

Give the gift of a life story this Mother’s Day
Give your mum a truly personal gift this Mother’s Day with a bespoke memory book from MyStories—no delivery needed.
Marc Reeves

Cards by Moonpig

Last call for Mother’s Day cards: 20% off Moonpig before 7pm deadline

The real Amazon Spring Deal best sellers might surprise you

What’s really fizzing on Amazon during Spring Deal Days

Amazon Spring Deal Days end on March 31

When does the Amazon Spring Sale end?

Venture RDA, which stands for ‘riding for the disabled’, was formerly known as Wilby RDA and has been making a difference since 1996.

Charity giving disabled children the chance to horse ride described as lifeline

Demand forecasts continue to point to a decline in pupil numbers over the next five years according to the local authority.

Thousands of school places left unfilled due to falling birthrates

Daventry Lido (top), closed in 2006 and was later demolished, but could be revived by local businessmen who want to transform it into a year-round facility, similar to Saltdean Lido (bottom). Photo: Glyn Kirk.

Businessmen call on WNC to hear their multi-million-pound vision to revive lido

The creator of the world’s most popular wearable-blanket just reinvented pyjamas.

Oodie just reinvented pyjamas - here's why you need them in your life!

Baby Sensory Northampton's activities are based on research around targeting different areas of the brain and enabling all-round development in babies.

Business remains positive for mother who took the leap to set up baby group

Simba's Hybrid mattress: a night-time game-changer

Simba Hybrid mattress review: A sleep expert’s verdict

Here's an artist's impression of what the site could look like

Major plans submitted to demolish unsafe primary school and replace with new one

Northants SEND Mummas was founded by Shumi Syed and Emma Briggs in spring last year, after they merged their two separate groups operating from different areas of the county.

Support group for county’s community of SEND mothers has big plans for 2025

Bundle energy, broadband and insurance with Utility Warehouse

How bundling energy, broadband and insurance can stabilise your bills

The new garden centre at the site of the former Dobbies in Wootton will reopen in early April.

Former Dobbies set to reopen next month after takeover by garden centre firm

The ultimate Mother’s Day gift guide with presents that will melt her heart and make her feel really special

Mother’s Day gift ideas that will melt her heart

Don't risk getting stranded - check your car battery!

Stranded with a flat battery: Mum’s ordeal shows why you should check

Members of Rising Sun Riders have a shared passion for motorbikes and raising money for charity.

Support this biker group in making it the best year for hospital Easter egg run

Hannah Whateley wants to raise awareness of the dangers of tiny magnetic balls to prevent other families from going through what her daughter Araya has experienced.

Mother warns against tiny magnetic balls after one-year-old's stoma bag fitting

Some of the amazing costumes in Northampton for World Book Day 2025...

104 pictures of children dressed as favourite characters for World Book Day 2025

Janene Francis launched Lyss & Vay Candle Co. during the pandemic in 2020, and offers 100 percent cruelty-free, luxury and hand-poured soy candles.

International Women’s Day: ‘I do it to inspire my girls,’ says business founder

Bluey and Bingo

Parents warned to be vigilant over ‘dangerous’ fake Bluey clips

Brackley Town Council has caused outrage after asking a grieving family to remove decorations from their seven-year-old daughter's grave.

Backlash prompts council to hold public meeting about grave decor

Some of the adorable newborns who will call Northampton their home...

In pictures: Four very cute babies born in Northampton in February 2025

More than 77 percent of children in West Northamptonshire received a place at their most preferred school.

Secondary school offer day: Number of students offered first choice increases

Take a look at some of the improvements made at Billing Aquadrome Holiday Park

PICTURES: Some of the latest improvements at Billing Aquadrome

Katie Price and Bobby Davro will star in an Easter pantomime, coming to Northampton in April. Photo: Anton Benson Productions.

Katie Price and Bobby Davro to star in touring Easter pantomime at town theatre

Breakfast Club file picture/National World

First 17 schools to trial free breakfast clubs announced - see full list

Kelly’s Princess Parties has been bringing magical moments to the town for more than a decade, and the founder hopes to continue expanding to the wider county.

Business owner proud to put smiles on children’s faces with princess parties

After looking into the negative impact of social media, year six pupils at Long Buckby Junior School requested to take on this challenge in aid of Harry’s Pals.

Students took part in sponsored social media ban and raised £320 for charity