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Louis Kimber was part of the Steelbacks side that won the Vitality Blast in July (Picture: Peter Short)

Lehmann backs Kimber to come good as player extends Northants contract

Five Bells in Bugbrooke

REVIEW: ‘I visited a village pub drawing crowds – it’s a go-to autumn spot’

Tiaan Louw has signed a new contract at Northants

New Northants contract for young left-arm seamer Louw

The national awareness week is organised by Air Ambulances UK

‘Every mission starts with you’: air ambulance marks national campaign

Mini Meadows Farm, on the border of our county and Leicestershire in Welford, evolved from the owner’s hobby to an attraction that holds a special place in the hearts of its 80,000 annual visitors.

Make the most of final days of reduced summer ticket prices at family farm

Fire at Kingsthorpe Golf Club

Firefighters battle clubhouse fire as flames and smoke billow from roof

George Bartlett hit a half-century for the Steelbacks (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Steelbacks suffer heavy loss as Leicestershire cruise to victory

Benji Floros took four wickets for Surrey (photo by Philip Brown/Getty Images for Surrey CCC)

Steelbacks pay the price for failing to kick on during defeat to Surrey

Mini Meadows Farm, on the border of our county and Leicestershire in Welford, evolved from the owner’s hobby to an attraction that holds a special place in the hearts of its 80,000 annual visitors.

Family farm offering reduced ticket prices to minimise cost of summer days out

More than a dozen county businesses were named as winners...

13 county winners named in Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026

EMAS is hoping to have 40 more ambulances on the streets by 2029. Photo: EMAS.

£26 million of investment for 40 more ambulances across East Midlands

Northamptonshire Police's new assistant chief constable, Jonny Starbuck

New assistant chief constable for Northamptonshire Police

Beth Ascott steered Northants Steelbacks to victory at Leicestershire

Ascott holds her nerve as Steelbacks Women return to winning ways in Blast

Twinlakes

Theme park named one of the 'best in world'

The Handpicked Holiday crew - owner Sinead Hooker, husband Pete and their four children

Travel consultant reveals what's really going on with holidays right now

You wouldn't believe what's around the back of this pretty property

This suburban family home comes with its own private ISLAND
This unassuming home near Melton Mowbray hides a private island, bridge and exclusive fishing rights – all part of the £665k listing with
Gareth Butterfield

Louis Kimber in action for Northants against Lancashire at the weekend (Picture: Peter Short)

New boy Louis Kimber keen to make his mark in all formats for Northants

Louis Kimber (back row, second from left) celebrates Leicestershire winning the County Championship Division Two title at Northampton in September

New signing Kimber believes Northants can emulate Leicestershire title success

Mini Meadows Farm, on the border of Northamptonshire and Leicestershire in Welford, evolved from the owner’s hobby to an attraction that holds a special place in many people’s hearts.

Farm teases ‘most fantastic’ promotion to meet the need of 80k annual visitors

Louis Kimber made the switch from Leicestershire to Northants over the winter

Kimber out to make an early impression as Northants take on Cardiff students

View from inside TAAS helicopter

The Air Ambulance Service reaches 60,000 missions as charity reflects on decades...

Frances B Lafferty, hypnotherapist supporting community wellbeing across Northamptonshire and Leicestershire.

Long Buckby hypnotherapist shares one-minute stress reset for International Day ...

Army Cadets from around the region compete for a place in the national finals.

East Midlands cadets battle it out at regional football finals

The award-winning Brook Meadow, on the border of Northamptonshire and Leicestershire, offers lodge stays, glamping, camping and caravanning – as well as their cowshed cinema and children’s outdoor activities. Photo: Charlotte Dunkley.

Camping and glamping destination announces ‘bigger and better’ wellness offering

An artist's impression of the planned headquarters for the Air Ambulance Service

Air Ambulance Service launches fundraising campaign for new home

A social care manager working across Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Leicestershire is celebrating after being shortlisted for a prestigious national award recognising excellence in the not-for-profit care sector.

Social care manager shortlisted for national care award

The Wheatsheaf in Dallington. Credit: Everards

Popular 18th century ‘classic’ village pub in search of new operators
An “exciting opportunity” has arisen, as a popular 18th century ‘classic’ village pub in Northampton is in search of new operators.
Logan MacLeod

Library picture, Photo by BuildPix/Construction Photography/Avalon/Getty Images)

Overnight M1 roadworks planned through Northamptonshire during 2026

The Catthorpe Interchange

Year-long programme of overnight A14 roadworks announced

The Christmas light switch on last year

Enjoy festive treats at Market Harborough Building Society this Saturday

Your Local Air Ambulance (YLAA) full fleet

The Air Ambulance Service supports Road Safety Week and remembers victims of roa...

Corby Urgent Treatment Centre

New chapter for Corby Urgent Treatment Centre as DHU Healthcare joins to deliver...

The collision involved two lorries. (Photos: Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service).

Drivers expected to face long delays after lorry fire near Lutterworth

The 2025 Amazon UK Economic Impact Hub features comprehensive data covering employment opportunities Amazon has generated across the region.

New data shows Amazon’s £4.8 billion commitment to Leicestershire, Rutland and N...

Louise McCoy

Female founders lead the way as £75 million lent to East Midlands start ups

UnSug-ESBS-JackJordan-26092025-9 - Jack Jordan (pictured)

esbs appoints new Product and Marketing Manager

Louis Kimber has joined Northants from Leicestershire

Big-hitting Louis Kimber 'thrilled' to make Northants switch from Leicestershire

2025 has been a year to remember for Northants ace Saif Zaib

Zaib the big awards winner as he finishes top of English cricket's run charts

Stuart van der Merwe in action for Northants against Leicestershire (Picture: Andy Kearns/Getty Images)

‘Dream come true’ for van der Merwe as he hits superb century for Northants

Stuart van der Merwe celebrates after reaching his century for Northants against Leicestershire (Picture: Andy Kearns)

Van der Merwe hits maiden ton as Northants show resistance in Foxes defeat

Rob Keogh scored 42 to pass 10,000 runs for Northants in all formats

Northants on brink of heavy defeat as Foxes continue County Ground dominance

Northants batting coach Greg Smith

Batting coach Smith says Northants have ‘to stand up' or face heavy Foxes defeat

Saif Zaib top-scored for Northants

Hapless Northants up against it as champions Foxes dominate at Wantage Road

Northants stand-in skipper Lewis McManus

McManus admits Foxes are the example to follow for Northants

George Scrimshaw claimed two wickets for Northants

Eskinazi punishes inexperienced Northants attack as Foxes dominate day one

Northamptonshire family move 5,000 miles to Zimbabwe and say they now have a better standard of living.

Watch: Northamptonshire family move 5,000 miles to Zimbabwe

Mini Meadows Farm, on the border of Northamptonshire and Leicestershire in Welford, evolved from the owner’s hobby to an attraction that is visited by more than 100,000 people each year.

Much-loved family farm reaps success from investing in £225,000 playground

The High Sheriffs for the five counties (from L-R): Rutland - Colonel Richard Chesterfield; Northamptonshire - Jeremy Sharman; Warwickshire - Karen Lynch MBE; Leicestershire - Stephen Bryan JP; Derbyshire - Sir Richard FitzHerbert

High Sheriffs of five counties unite for The Air Ambulance Service

The victorious Northamptonshire team L-R - Max Edwards (Peterborough Milton GC), Harry Bliss (Northants County GC), Harry Odell (Northants County GC), Oscar Cope (Northants County GC), Riley Hammond (Northants County GC), Sam Mayman (Peterborough Milton GC), Josh Bland – Captain (Northants County GC), Mr Keith Tripp, Daniel Rees (Northants County GC), Oliver Golby (Northants County GC).

Victorious Northants U14 Boys shine at Lingdale

2024 winner, Charlie Burrell, in full flight.

Northants bike mechanic heads to Beachy Head

Mini Meadows Farm is offering a free return visit to guests visiting until 31st July inclusive.

Northamptonshire farm park offering free return visit this summer

Darren Lehmann (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Lehmann salutes 'fantastic' Steelbacks after superb Edgbaston success

Nicole Dyer with her Green Vet Personality of the Year certificate

Veterinary practice rewarded for green initiatives

Darren Lehmann looks on during the defeat to Leicestershire (picture: Peter Short)

Lehmann looks for positives as another defeat piles pressure on Steelbacks

Lorraine Lewis with staff and students from the Creating Tomorrow Partnership.

Creating Tomorrow students host community charity day at The Chester House Estat...

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