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Nostalgic photos from a spooky night out in town 14 years ago

Look back at 34 Disco Henry photos from a Halloween 2012 night out in town

The Gorilla, also known as Beer Guerrilla, on Wellingborough Road has been taken over by three new owners, Dan, Richard and Jack, who are associated with Roman Way Brewery.

New owners of independent pub announced

The Grosvenor Centre

'Looks lovely': New shop opens in Northampton's Grosvenor Centre

A trip down memory lane to a Friday night out in Northampton town centre 18 years ago

Take a look back at 28 Disco Henry photos from a 2008 Friday night out in town

Nostalgic photos from a Friday night out in town 16 years ago

Take a look back at 28 Disco Henry photos from a 2010 Friday night out in town

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 25 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2008 night out in town

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 32 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2008 night out in town

Claire Hall has been working in floristry on and off for the past 18 years, having completed her first course in 2008, and her end goal was to open a flower shop.

Florist reflects on first four months after opening bricks and mortar store

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 17 years ago

Take a look back at 36 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2009 night out in town

Billi Oblakivic and Felicity Sohal are the founders of Friends and Babies Play Cafe, opening to the public on September 20 on St James Mill Road.

Friends join forces to launch welcoming family play cafe with a difference

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 31 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2008 night out in town

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 48 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2008 night out in town

Jamie-Lee Lothian set up the Northants Fashion and Textiles School in the summer of 2023, with the hope of encouraging young creatives to pursue alternative avenues.

Textiles school founder celebrates three years and finding dedicated space

The photograph taken in the Ryehill area of Northampton Picture: Submitted/SWNS

Woman's life has gone ‘a bit mad’ after mystery big cat sighting

Nostalgic photos from a night out at Lava nightclub 17 years ago

52 Disco Henry photos from a 2009 August Bank Holiday night out in town

Excitingly, business owner Andrea Burdett is organising and hosting an event called Sunday Sanctuary at T’s – a hidden gem outdoor venue located at the old Pitsford Quarry along the A508 Harborough Road.

Meet the founder hosting event that combines sustainable shopping and wellbeing
Meet the innovative Northamptonshire business owner hosting an event that combines sustainable shopping and wellbeing at a hidden gem outdoor location.
Katie Wheatley

Trevor Stainwright with miller Nigel Moon, who owns and runs the tower mill at Whissendine, Rutland

Meet the man documenting forgotten windmills before their stories disappear

Nostalgic photos from when a young Calvin Harris played in town

26 Disco Henry photos from an 2009 night out when Calvin Harris played in town

For the past 13 years, Gavin Rafter has worked full-time as a professional psychic, physical medium and trance medium.

Psychic – who was proudly raised in Northampton – now travels internationally

The Shack, which was launched by Karen Akhtar at Woodmeadow Garden Centre in March 2024, began with 31 traders and has continued to increase its capacity. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds.

Business that houses 50 crafters at garden centre expands into shop next door

Northampton hospital reminds drivers of 45-minute grace period and pay-on-exit rules after ticket issues

NGH reminds drivers of 45-minute grace period and pay-on-exit rules in car parks

Adrian Baldwin stopped in the layby area opposite Tesco Express to use the cashpoint

'I was there for 68 seconds': Motorcyclist's anger after £100 fine near store

Chilli’s Dog Zone, a soft indoor play area in Daventry for dogs which owners can rent out exclusively for 30 minute or one-hour sessions

Dog trainer opens Northamptonshire’s first exclusive doggy soft play area

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of people in trouble in Delapre Lake shortly before 3pm on July 28

Heroic man jumps into lake to rescue woman as firefighters issue warning

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 29 Disco Henry photos from an August 2008 night out in town

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 17 years ago

Take a look back at 30 Disco Henry photos from a July 2009 night out in town

The Shack, which opened at Woodmeadow Garden Centre in March 2024, was founded by Karen Akhtar who wanted to give independent crafters the opportunity to rent a space and sell their goods. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds.

Here’s your chance to meet the makers at business that houses 50 crafters
Here’s your chance to meet the makers behind the business at a Northampton garden centre that impressively houses nearly 50 independent crafters under one roof.
Katie Wheatley

T’s, located at the old Pitsford Quarry on Harborough Road, is known for its coffee hut, markets, charity events and family-friendly woodland walk. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds.

Hidden gem venue prepares for summer edition of ‘Love Local Market’ this month

The river in Kislingbury.

Urgent warning after teenagers 'become ill' at popular river swimming spot

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Look back at 35 Disco Henry photos from a July 2008 night out in town

Two businesses have announced their upcoming departures from Whittons Lane in Towcester and this is a blow for the market town. Photos: Mooch & Cre8.

Two businesses have announced closures in Northants market town this month

The fundraiser is on Saturday, July 11

Animal sanctuary hoping its family day and dog show will be the 'best one yet'

La Terraza in Upton closed its doors for good on Friday June 19 after 10 years in business.

Popular restaurant shuts for good after 'amazing support' during closing week

I was lucky enough to be gifted the most beautiful looking biscoff cake by founder Mindy Robinson after speaking to her about SophistiCake Creations for the Chronicle & Echo’s latest instalment of We Mean Business.

I tried the yummiest cake – here’s why you should support this award-winner

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 28 Disco Henry photos from a May 2008 night out in town

Councillor East (left) and the Facebook account he is reportedly behind (right)

Reform councillor challenged over ‘Mike Oxlong’ account

Nicoleta Costache, known as Nina, opened The Bloom Room by Nina in The Ridings Arcade in December 2025.

We Mean Business: ‘I want to invest in town and be part of bringing life back’

The next founder to share her insight for We Mean Business is Mindy Robinson, who has run the multi-award-winning SophistiCake Creations from her home in Duston since it was founded in 2012.

We Mean Business: Award-winning cake maker shares AI is raising expectations

Nottingham Crown Court

'Kim was petrified to leave him. She said he'd kill her,' court hears

St Andrew's Hospital in Northampton.

MP to meet with NHS directors at troubled mental health hospital

Nostalgic photos from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 32 Disco Henry photos from a May 2008 night out in town

Mooch in St Giles Street is set to close down next year, along with the Mooch stores in Towcester and Olney

'Another gem lost': Popular gift shop set to close down after nine years in town

Brooklyn Brownie Co. is the next venture to feature as part of We Mean Business, which was launched by father and son duo John and Leo Lashley in July 2019 to help the pair navigate a challenging time.

We Mean Business: ‘I’m thinking of pivoting back into the corporate world’

The Old Swan in Earls Barton Source: Google Maps

Northamptonshire pub landlords set to leave and look to 'begin a new chapter'

Nostalgic photos from a night out at the former Fever nightclub 18 years ago

Take a look back at 34 Disco Henry photos from a May 2008 night out in town

Vicky Hunt runs Vix Caricatures and launched her career in this line of work in 2012, after it had been a hobby for years and she did not expect it to go any further than that.

We Mean Business: ‘It’s been a slower start to the year than usual,’ says artist

Nostalgic pictures from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 33 Disco Henry photos from a May 2008 night out in town

Cameron Brookes-Williams launched The Event Man as a limited company in February 2025, having built the foundations of the business since the start of the pandemic.

We Mean Business: ‘Running a business is one of the hardest things I’ve done’

Angela is the founder and owner of The Body Fix, launched in September 2024, and she offers lymphatic drainage massage, post-operation care and body sculpting.

Lymphatic drainage therapist offers treatments popular with celebs right here

Some screenshots taken from the footage of baby badgers playing at West Lodge last Saturday (Credit: West Lodge Farm Park)

Baby badgers caught on camera at Northamptonshire farm park

World Puddle Jumping Championships organised by Wicksteed Park/ Wicky Bear, and previous world champions Luna Rudd from Northampton and Theo Burkett-Watkins from Wales

Make a splash at Wicksteed Park’s annual World Puddle Jumping Championships

Cobblers players

Eight candidates to pick from as vote opens for Cobblers Player of the Season

Nostalgic pictures from a night out in town 18 years ago

Take a look back at 30 Disco Henry photos from a summer 2008 night out in town

The Shack, which opened at Woodmeadow Garden Centre in March 2024, began with 31 traders and has continued to increase its capacity.

We Mean Business: ‘I’m a determined person and believe what I’ve got is good’

Take a look at seven rescue dogs in Northamptonshire looking for forever homes this week

Take a look at seven rescue dogs looking for forever homes this week

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