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Ion Neculai (left) and Danilo Fischetti have been called up (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints prop duo get Italy call for November fixtures

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’

Aiden Reid signed a full-time deal with Saints ahead of next season (picture: Northampton Saints)

Saints trio selected by England Under-18s as two others are invited to train

Hugh Shields scored 22 points as England Under-20s lost 53-37 to South Africa in the World Cup

Saints ace Shields' effort not enough as England Under-20s bow out of World Cup

Rory Hutchinson scored for Scotland against Argentina (photo by Diego Lima / AFP via Getty Images)

International round-up: Saints star Hutchinson scores in fine Scotland win

JJ van der Mescht helped Saints to claim Gallagher PREM glory (photo by Peter Nicholls/Getty Images)

South Africa boss Erasmus has his say on Saints stars Pollock and van der Mescht

Rory Hutchinson (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints duo named in Scotland squad for summer matches

Former Cobblers loanee Tete Yengi celebrates with team=mates after scoring in an international friendly match between Australia and Switzerland at Snapdragon Stadium on June 06, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

The four ex-Cobblers set to feature at the 2026 World Cup

Saints are heading to Sri Lanka for a pre-season game in August (picture: Northampton Saints)

Saints duo have their say on pre-season trip to Sri Lanka

Saints beat Castres in the Champions Cup quarter-finals last season (photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Northampton Saints v Castres Olympique: Big match preview

Darren Lehmann chats to Lewis McManus at the club's media day last Wednesday (Picture: Peter Short)

Northants Coach Lehmann delighted with improved fitness levels

Northants senior assistant coach Glen Chapple

Northants 'damn lucky' to have Glenn Chapple on Wantage Road coaching staff

JJ van der Mescht (photo by Simon Galloway/Getty Images)

Dowson salutes van der Mescht after Saints star's South Africa call

Northants head coach Darren Lehmann

Head coach Lehmann pledges Northants will be ‘dreaming big’ in 2026

Northants head coach Darren Lehmann (Picture: Peter Short)

Northants squad head to South Africa for warm-weather training camp

Aston Villa fan Alan Crampton created the 10ft 8ins x 7ft 7ins replica of Villa Park at his home in Brackley, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire man builds 10ft x 7ft model of Premier League stadium
A video shows Alan Crampton’s 10ft 8ins x 7ft 7ins replica of Villa Park in his ‘man cave’ at his Northamptonshire home.
Jessica Martin

Matt Breetzke was unable to play for Northants Steelbacks on Finals Day

Lehmann admits Breetzke's Finals Day absence was 'a big blow' for the Steelbacks

Matt Breetzke will not play for the Steelbacks on Finals Day (Picture: Peter Short)

Blow for Steelbacks as South Africa star Breetzke is ruled out of Finals Day

Matt Breetzke (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Steelbacks suffer big injury blow as Breetzke is ruled out of Surrey showdown

The first weekend of the Women's Rugby World Cup kicked off with a rugby festival in Abington Park on Friday August 22 and then a fanzone in the Market Square on Sunday August 24.

In pictures: First weekend of Women's Rugby World Cup in Northampton

The match officials and players of Ireland and Japan line up for the national anthems prior to the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Pool C match between Ireland and Japan at Franklin's Gardens in Northampton (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Wins for Ireland and South Africa as World Cup hits Northampton

Mike Reader MP visiting the HAF course at Northampton town FC

Political Opinion: The Diary of an MP - From the Pitch to Parliament

Celebrations in the Guildhall as the Women's Rugby World Cup arrives in town

12 pictures of how Northampton welcomed Women’s Rugby World Cup to town

Guests were treated to an energetic performance from Northants Signs Out choir followed by a vibrant cultural presentation from Northampton College students inspired by the hit musical Kinky Boots (WNC)

Northants Sings Out lead the way to welcome international teams

Young people taking part in a workshop

Woodcraft Folk’s monumental Camp 100 celebrated a century of youth-led activism ...

Tim Robinson has returned to Northants for a second stint (Picture: Peter Short)

New Zealand batter Tim Robinson returns for second Northants stint

Charlie Tamani (centre) is one of five Saints players selected by England Under-18s (picture: Ketan Shah)

Five Saints youngsters in England Under-18s squad for trip to South Africa
Five Saints youngsters have been named in England U18 Men’s squad for the 2025 International Series in South Africa next month.
Tom Vickers

AB de Villiers is due to lead the South Africa Legends team at the County Ground in Northampton

Cricketing ‘Legends’ all set for County Ground World Championship showdowns

Matt Breetzke played two electrifying innings to help Northants Steelbacks to wins over Derbyshire and Birmingham Bears last weekend

Steelbacks coach Lehmann impressed by commitment of 'superstar' Breetzke

The Steelbacks go to Birmingham Bears on Sunday (picture: Peter Short)

Steelbacks set for 'must-win' match against Birmingham Bears

Northants have signed New Zealand international Tim Robinson

Northants replace Breetzke with New Zealand international Robinson

Matt Breetzke will miss four Blast games after being called up by South Africa (Picture: Peter Short)

Steelbacks 'have got things covered' as Breetzke gets South Africa call

Rory Kleinveldt is leaving Northants to take up a coaching role in South Africa

Lehmann backs Kleinveldt to 'thrive' as a head coach after Northants departure

Juarno Augustus (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Ulster-bound Saints No.8 Augustus edges closer to first Test cap

Juarno Augustus (photo by DARREN STAPLES/AFP via Getty Images)

Saints star Augustus gets first South Africa alignment camp call-up

Joey and Topthorn

Hooves hit the boards as War Horse whips up a wonder at Milton Keynes Theatre un...

Hosted by comedian and actor Russell Kane, each episode of TUI’s ‘Pack Your Bags’ podcast features a celebrity guest sharing stories of their most memorable travel moments and offering a glimpse into how their adventures (and misadventures) have shaped their lives.

Russell Kane invites celebs to tell their travel tales in new podcast

Darren Lehmann faces the camera at Northamptonshire's pre-season media day at the County Ground on Tuesday

Lehmann sees the bigger picture as he gears up for first season at Northants

African Diaspora

OPINION: The withdrawal of South Africa, Tanzania, and Malawi from Eastern Congo...

Northants head coach Darren Lehmann

Head coach Lehmann excited by potential of Northants squad

Northants head coach Darren Lehmann

Northants head coach Lehmann delighted with ‘excellent’ coaching team

Darren Lehmann has arrived in Northampton to take up his role as head coach of Northants

Northants to play two-day friendly as part of South Africa pre-season trip

AB de Villiers is making his cricketing comeback this summer, and is set to play at the County Ground in Northampton

South Africa legend AB de Villiers set for County Ground comeback this summer

A meerkat enjoying the snow at Knowsley Safari.

Watch: Amur tiger and Andean bears play in the snow

Rory Hutchinson in action against Bath (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

From Pretoria to Paris... Hutchinson eager to taste more cup success

Abuse survivor ends year on a high after founding fastest growing franchise

Steam locos at the Northampton & Lamport Railway's recently opened Boughton Station.

Local heritage railway joins nationwide 'whistle up' celebrations

Shelagh Goodwin's funeral will take place on January 9 at Wellingborough Crematorium

Family of Northamptonshire woman ask for yellow Minis to attend funeral

Ollie Sleightholme was Saints Supporters Club player of the year for 2023/24 (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Sleightholme reflects on stellar year with Saints and England

Tom Lockett (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Lockett makes up for lost time as he continues to earn Saints' trust

Saints secured a superb win in Pretoria last Saturday (picture: Lewis Dean/Northampton Saints)

Win in South Africa has given Saints belief ahead of Saracens clash

George Furbank suffered an injury in a big collision against the Bulls (photo by Gordon Arons/Gallo Images)

Vesty delivers latest update on Saints skipper Furbank following injury

Fraser Dingwall shone for Saints in South Africa (picture: Lewis Dean/Northampton Saints)

Dingwall feels Saints' Pretoria preparations were perfect

Juarno Augustus scored on his return to South Africa (picture: Lewis Dean/Northampton Saints)

Dowson salutes 'incredible' Augustus after Saints' win in South Africa

Alex Mitchell shone for Saints in Pretoria (photo by Gordon Arons/Gallo Images)

Dowson feels Saints will take huge belief from memorable win in South Africa

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