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Ozzfest is returning to The National Bowl.

Ozzfest to return to The National Bowl in Milton Keynes next summer

'Expect daft gags by the handful': Tim Vine

Tim Vine and Ross Noble announce Northampton and Milton Keynes dates

Bob Vylan headlining the Solasta stage at the Shambala Festival on Friday, August 28, 2026. Photo by David Jackson.

Shambala, Stowaway and Diaspora Calling! nominated for festival awards

Councillor Mark Arnull

Council leader hits out as Government rejects plans for wider devolution deal

Library picture of a solar farm (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP via Getty Images)

Controversial 500MW solar farm approved despite concerns over wildlife

Parker Kitchens in Towcester

From teenage apprentice to 30 years in business for kitchen specialist

Royal Mail sorting office, library picture. (Photo by Matthew Lloyd/Getty Images)

Royal Mail site gears up for Christmas rush as hundreds set to be recruited

Gravity Northampton has permanently closed after more than six years at the Sol Central site.

Popular venue permanently closes after more than six years at £3.2m site

The image of Keith Flint was projected on the screens during Firestarter at the Warrior’s Dance festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Photo by David Jackson.

Thousands head to National Bowl for return of Prodigy's Warrior's Dance festival

The Prodigy on stage at The National Bowl in Milton Keynes, headlining their Warrior’s Dance festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Photo by David Jackson.

Live Review: The Prodigy celebrate triumphant return to The National Bowl

The Framing Centre, which opened back in July 2001, is a specialist in framing and stocks original artwork, cards, balloons and gifts for all occasions.

Family business celebrates 25 years of putting quality customer service at heart

Fans watching acts perform at the Electric Paradise festival. Photo by Matthew Eachus.

Electric Paradise to return next summer after success of inaugural festival

Akasaka has announced the closure of its Wolverton restaurant on August 22, after what the company describes as '14 wonderful years'

Milton Keynes restaurant announces closure of branch after ’14 wonderful years’

Vybz Kartel performing on the Main Stage at The National Bowl on the final day of Reggae Land on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Photo by David Jackson.

In Pictures: Tens of thousands flock to National Bowl for final day of Reggae La...

Healing Muscles & Co was founded by Kylie Mellors in October 2022 and she has since helped people relieve their stress, pain and muscle problems through massage and skin treatments.

Founder of county’s best wellness business says it ‘still doesn’t feel real’

Boombastic Events was launched by John and Katie Donaghue in October 2014 and the business offers experiences that are inclusive for people of all ages to come along and enjoy themselves.

Three popular events to return to iconic venue’s dancefloor – don’t miss out
These three popular events are set to return to an iconic Northampton venue’s dancefloor this autumn, and you do not want to miss out.
Katie Wheatley

Connor Lemonheigh-Evans with Callum Camps during the Sky Bet League Two match between Stockport County and Milton Keynes Dons at Edgeley Park on March 23, 2024 in Stockport, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

'An athlete' - MK Dons reporter gives the lowdown on Connor Lemonheigh-Evans

Gullivers

Short trip from Northampton: Save up to 48% on Gulliver's tickets

Black Eyed Peas on stage at SMK Live at Stadium MK in Milton Keynes on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Photo by David Jackson.

In Pictures: Black Eyed Peas bring inaugural SMK Live to a close

MK Weekender – the unmissable community-powered music festival at Campbell Park

Save 60% on tickets to one of region’s biggest summer music festivals

Black Eyed Peas

Win tickets to see Black Eyed Peas and Basement Jaxx at SMK Live

Drivers have been warned to expect delays on the M1 northbound between Milton Keynes and Northampton after a collision between two heavy goods vehicles earlier this morning

Firefighters attend collision between heavy goods vehicles on M1

South Midlands YMCA

Charity celebrates repeat success in Sunday Times Best Places to Work list

Library picture (Photo by Matthew Horwood/Getty Images)

New 20mph speed limit proposed for village road

Amy Dowden

Strictly star Amy Dowden to head judge Dancing Schools UK Grand Final

Members of the foundation’s team welcomed Dave and Sean and shared personal stories of how the charity had helped them.

Father and son clock up more than 337,000 steps in charity walk

A stretch of M1 near Northampton has been named as the "UK's breakdown hotspot".

M1 near Northampton named as 'UK's breakdown hotspot'
A section of the M1 near Northampton has been named as the “UK’s breakdown hotspot”, as drivers are warned ahead of the busy bank holiday weekend.
Carly Odell

The festival will be held at The National Bowl in August.

Lauryn Hill to headline Diaspora Calling! at National Bowl in Milton Keynes

Pupils from Hardingstone Academy took part in anti-bullying training

Northampton pupils take a stand against bullying with training session

Logan Sothcott is the founder of IronRise and as a passionate player competing in both rugby union and league, he has always been driven by ambition and discipline.

Entrepreneur, 14, turns dream into a reality by launching luxury gymwear brand

Holly Wilson, Owner of Rise with Holly

New signature day retreat invites women to break free from “good girl” condition...

Pupils at Castle Academy dress up for World Book Day

Pupils across East Midlands Academy Trust celebrate World Book Day

Brontë’s godfather’s son was born more than two years ago with the condition and she also has a friend at parkrun who lives with Cystic Fibrosis, which is why the 11-year-old is so passionate.

Girl, 11, to run marathon in aid of Cystic Fibrosis inspired by godfather’s baby

Drivers and supporters celebrating at the end of the race

Community, speed and heart: MKLeMans 26 raises more than £2,000 for local charit...

Train journeys between Northampton Railway Station and London Euston will be severely affected over Easter weekend.

Train disruption for SIX DAYS over Easter weekend due to engineering works

Vulcan Works centre manager Garrick Hurter promotes the charity events

Fundraising fiesta to spin a fifty

Cllr Martin Griffiths (left), Leader of North Northamptonshire Council, and Cllr Mark Arnull, Leader of West Northants.
Credit: Nadia Lincoln LDRS

Councils suffer another blow in attempts to secure devolution deal for region

Electric Paradise will take place at The National Bowl this summer.

Electric Paradise to bring era-spanning disco, funk and soul to National Bowl

John 5 is headlining the Craufurd Arms in May. Photo Matt Wilson.

Mötley Crüe guitarist John 5 to play headline solo show at Craufurd Arms

The M1 has reopened between Milton Keynes and Northampton following a multi-vehicle collision

M1 reopened between MK and Northampton following multi-vehicle collision

Meet the founder of innovative intergenerational playgroup offered at care homes

Northampton has been named as the third most expensive place in the UK for takeaway pizza.

Northampton named as third most expensive place in the UK for takeaway pizza

The Amazon fulfilment centre at Marston Gate in Milton Keynes is to close down

'Bye Bye MK': Amazon bosses announce shock Northampton relocation

Nick Hewer joined the launch of the 2026 campaign

The Lewis Foundation calls on businesses to join Franklins £50 Challenge 2026

Baby Basics Northampton

Pallets of Hope campaign delivers £40,000 worth of food and gifts to families fa...

Details of Christmas and New Year travel arrangements on Northampton's trains and buses have been announced

All you need to know about Christmas and New Year trains and buses

Basement Jaxx. Photo by Jean-luc Brouard.

Basement Jaxx and Clean Bandit join acts to play SMK Live festival at Stadium MK

Steve Higgs proposes to Payal Pandya onboard a train from London Euston to Milton Keynes

Man proposes to partner on train to Milton Keynes

Sue Mason, the owner of Little City Northampton, which launches in December 2025

New Little City franchise launched in Northamptonshire

Carter with his bespoke SUEZ hi-viz vest and hat!

Collection crews create a special moment for Milton Keynes resident boy after fo...

Ad Feature Commuters get a travel upgrade with new LNR trains to London Euston

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Restaurant chain saved from closure

The voting closes in December.

Northampton Signs nominated for award at the Sign Industry Awards 2026

Community Matters

Bluebird Care launches 'Cards of Kindness 2025' to spread Christmas cheer across...

EMAT is the first school trust to train its own mental health practitioners

EMAT becomes first school trust to train in-house mental health practitioners

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