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With less than a week left, people are being encouraged to share their views on a Local Transport Plan being developed by West Northamptonshire Council (WNC).

On Thursday 10th October 2024, In a heartfelt commitment to prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of both pupils and employees, Inspiring Futures through Learning (IFtL) took a significant step to create a supportive and nurturing environment in its schools in Corby & Milton Keynes.

Northampton College is celebrating this week after its green efforts were praised on the international stage.

A recent report by The Times reveals that only 27% of UK workers consider their managers to be highly effective. The striking statistic highlights a growing concern over the quality of management in UK workplaces. Leading recruiter Gi Group, which has a branch on College Street in Northampton, says this is a wake-up call for employers to commit to developing strong, capable leaders.

The first West Northamptonshire Area Climate Summit saw members of West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), Northampton Town Council (NTC) and other town and parish councils from across the area discuss the climate challenge and how they can work together to make a difference locally.

The charity, which works tirelessly to help people keep their homes, access welfare benefits, manage and move out of debt, save energy, and live in a warm home, provides face to face advice - at its Northamptonshire offices as well as out in the community.

The residents and staff at Collingtree Park care home in Northampton had the absolute pleasure in celebrating resident; Florence Davis, better known at ‘Betty’ 101st birthday. On her return from lunch with friends, Betty invited everyone to join her in the homes' Bluebell lounge for afternoon tea and a slice of her delicious homemade cake!

Northampton’s Mayor put his best foot forward this week when he joined in a strength and balance class that aims to keep older people out of hospital.

Nene Valley Rotary Club has been given a Rotary District grant to help renovate Lundzi school in Eswatini. The total of £4000 will make a tremendous difference to the quality of teaching and learning in this remote school.

Runner continues association with high-performance training provider.

A new Tenancy Strategy aimed at ensuring fair, sustainable, and effective management of social housing across West Northamptonshire has been approved by West Northamptonshire Council’s Cabinet at their meeting on 8 October.

Friday 31 January 2025 7:30 pm - ends at 9:50 pm The Anglia Comedy Allstars at The Old Savoy - Home of The Deco Theatre, Northampton in January, with a great line-up featuring the fantastic Alan Davies, Angela Barnes, Glenn Moore & Matt Richardson.

Saturday 28 June 2025 7:30 pm - ends at 9:50 pm

With over two decades of experience in local government, Sarah brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record in leadership, service transformation, and legal services management to the role.

Two-legged and four-legged volunteers from sight loss charity Guide Dogs will be at Thrapston Library (NN14 4JH) next week.

A new look H Samuel Northampton and H Samuel Weston Favell, designed with local shoppers in mind, have opened their doors following a refurbishment.

A Northampton bus operator has launched a new campaign aimed at encouraging busy working people in the region to see that the bus can be the best way to commute, beating the challenges of congestion, weather, and the cost of parking.

Travis Perkins Managed Service colleagues organised and took part in a mixed netball tournament at the Benham Sports Centre to raise money for their charity partner Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity.

Imagine stepping into a different world where you can safely face your fears, practice new skills, and even process past traumas—all with the help of cutting-edge technology.

Start Up Loans, part of the British Business Bank, has this week launched a new, free, interactive resource for aspiring business owners, called the ‘Essential Guide to Starting a Business’. The guide has been developed to provide useful and jargon-free guidance to help small business owners navigate the current small business landscape.

Thomas Cooney is a Peer Support Worker at mental health charity St Andrew's Healthcare. Tom has suffered two traumatic brain injuries in his life, and he uses his experiences to help other people.

We are giving you the chance to dance the afternoon away, to the best songs from musical theatre, in the heart of Northampton on the opening weekend of the half term holiday for most schools in Northants and Milton Keynes. If Grease, Mama Mia, The Lion King, Frozen, Hamilton, Les Mis et al float your boat, come along and join us for some of the best belters around.

A NORTHAMPTONSHIRE veterinary practice is helping the next generation of vets and veterinary nurses on the path to their dream career. Northlands Veterinary Group is holding a series of careers events at its veterinary hospital in Kettering and is inviting school pupils along to find out more about working in a veterinary practice.

The popular ‘Tunnel Trek Challenge’ will help raise crucial funds for visually impaired people across the county.

Animals in Need, a Northamptonshire-based charity that helps all types of animals and birds, has received a £1,500 donation from Barratt Homes to assist with its work.

A Daventry company specialising in Japanese Knotweed remediation has secured a trade association award.

Danesholme Infant and Junior Academies are pleased to announce the opening of a free community laundry service for families of pupils attending the schools.

As the UK braces for further wet weather, property flood resilience champion Mary Long-Dhonau OBE – widely known as ‘Flood Mary’ – has released a new video aimed at helping Northants households prepare for potential surface water flooding, quickly and inexpensively.

Journalism students from the University of Northampton (UON) who stayed up all night to provide live election updates last May, have been shortlisted in the 2024 Community Radio Awards.

Senior Deputy Headteacher Paul McFadden takes up Headteacher role

Round four of the Gallagher Premiership sees the first of two East Midlands Derbies take place at Mattioli Woods Welford Road on Saturday evening (5.30 pm).

A Fine Art academic at the University of Northampton has received a prestigious commendation for his artwork, which aims to explore remapping archaeological excavation sites and propose new experiential readings of human histories.

The Lewis Foundation’s Outlet Shop in Northampton’s Grosvenor Centre will be celebrating its first birthday with customers old and new by offering 10% off everything in store on Saturday 19th October, 10am – 5pm.

A Northampton woman who returns to Cynthia Spencer Hospice annually to bring gifts for staff who cared for her father when he was dying has joined the hospice’s Two Sides to Every Story campaign this week.

Stronger demand conditions, an upturn in new orders and a rebound away from pre-election uncertainty at customers seen in the previous survey period, led to a return to output growth in the East Midlands in August, according to data from the latest NatWest Growth tacker.

A singing sensation has been shortlisted for a national award by the Association of Colleges (AoC).

The UK's godfather of political comedy brings his critically acclaimed show Gaffa Tapes to the Kettering Arts Centre on 16th October, 8pm.

Everyone should learn basic sign language and everyone with a hearing impairment should have access to an interpreter – a new campaign lobbying for change has been launched by Northamptonshire charity Deafconnect.

Frozen food distributor Central Foods has appointed Amy Oliver as business development executive.

Parents and guardians across West Northamptonshire are being urged to get their child vaccinated with the free flu nasal spray.

Staff and residents at Brampton View Care Home in Northampton held a charity coffee morning and bake sale on Friday 27th September to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Residents and Staff at Hermitage House Care Home in Thrapston recently celebrated back-to-school with a themed month filled with school-themed activities, including a school disco, educational trips, themed lessons and even role-playing as Head Teacher, Prefect, and other school figures.

There are phrases and proverbs for just about everything within the human condition – wise words of caution, encouragement, consideration or of action. Many can be wrangled round to a myriad of applications – such is the case with ‘Charity Begins at Home’. In the past week there’s been plenty of evidence of it, but could we be making more of it and with greater benefit to our wider society?

Manor School in Northamptonshire has been awarded a prestigious accolade for its groundbreaking work in mental health and wellbeing.

The Times & Sunday Times have selected Saxby's Cider as one of the best cideries to visit this autumn.

Independent Wrestling Universe, a local to Kettering, wrestling company, presents its final show of the year on November 9th 2024 at the KBA Sports Hall.

Over 100 members of the public, faith leaders, politicians, and community representatives gathered at All Saints Church in Northampton to celebrate the town’s community spirit and cohesion.

Overlooked and forgotten - could you change things for two special dogs who are patiently awaiting their forever homes?

Discover the ultimate Halloween adventure at Gravity Active Northampton. This October, get ready for a thrilling season filled with ghostly fun for the entire family. Gravity Active is transforming into a spooky haven with Halloween parties, exciting competitions, and spine-tingling offers for everyone.

Poor work environments and habits can pose a risk to our mental health, including increasing our risk of anxiety, depression and stress, according to a top Northampton psychologist Dr Inga Stewart who is speaking out for World Mental Health Day.

Skipton Building Society has announced the launch of its annual “Community Giving” scheme where the local community can vote between 3 local Northampton charities to receive donations.

People in Northampton who have previously been unable to work due to mental ill health, are to receive support to ease them back into employment.

Students upskill as they help their peers prepare for the job market thanks to a new Student Futures initiative.

A growing number of venues across Warwickshire are now taking part in an event named Night of Our Light, by founder Dayle Adams.

Following a successful first year, Boughton House and Estate are delighted to announce that their picturesque pumpkin patch and Halloween event will return for 2024.

Mulberry Homes is shining a light on its luxury Steeple View Chase development and encouraging homebuyers to look at the benefits of bungalow living.