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NNBN backs Northamptonshire Day 2026 and calls on Northamptonshire businesses and organisations to get involved

NNBN – The Northamptonshire Business Network is supporting Northamptonshire Day 2026 and is calling on businesses, charities, community groups and organisations across the county to get behind this ye

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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WATCH: Space-themed family venue blasts off into the atmosphere

A Northamptonshire woman has opened a space-themed soft play space in Corby after being inspired by her own experiences of using play cafés as a mum.

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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Live in a windmill! Historic Northampton home with its own original grinding stones goes on sale for £895,000

A remarkable piece of Northampton's agricultural history has gone on the market for £895,000 – offering buyers the unusual opportunity to sleep and dine inside a former windmill.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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REVIEW: ‘I visited a Northamptonshire village pub that’s drawing in the crowds – it’s definitely a go-to spot for food and drink this Autumn’

‘I visited a Northamptonshire village pub that’s drawing in the crowds – and it’s definitely a go-to this Autumn’.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Northampton student runs back to his roots for Sierra Leone charity challenge

“I'm deeply struck that people so close to my family are being robbed of basic life opportunities because of where they were born. I'm so grateful to play a small part in changing that. Every pound wi

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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‘Devastated’ campaigners vow to fight on after huge Northamptonshire solar farm gets Government approval

Campaigners who spent nearly three years fighting plans for a vast solar farm across the Northamptonshire countryside say they are devastated after the Government gave the controversial development th

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Spooky Britain book highlights Northamptonshire's 'chill-down-the-spine' bone crypt

Rothwell’s bone crypt has been named as one of the 100 most eerie and mysterious places in a new book ‘Spooky Britain’.

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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New Sainsbury’s store taking shape on huge Northamptonshire housing estate – here’s what else is opening at the new local centre

Work is continuing on a new Sainsbury’s Local being built on a huge housing estate in Northamptonshire – here’s what else is planned.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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New residents-only parking restrictions proposed for three Northampton streets

New residents' permit parking restrictions and short-stay parking bays could be introduced across three streets in Northampton.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Devastated and deeply disappointed – reactions to approval of massive solar farm across Northamptonshire villages

Following the approval of Green Hill Solar Farm this week, those opposing the plans have expressed their ‘bitter disappointment’ at the news.

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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Cobblers 'in a false position', says York City boss

York City manager Scott Lindsey believes Northampton are in a ‘false position’ ahead of tomorrow’s League Two encounter at the LNER Community Stadium.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Northampton Saints v Bath: Big match preview

Competition: Gallagher PREM (round three)

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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Road closures planned in Northampton, Moulton, Spratton, Harpole and other West Northamptonshire villages

Motorists across Northampton and surrounding villages face a series of road closures throughout October and into November as repairs, drainage improvements and utility works take place.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Plans for new homes, barn conversions and thatched roof replacement among latest West Northants applications

Plans to alter a farm redevelopment featuring five new homes are among the latest planning applications being considered by West Northamptonshire Council.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Northampton Saints v Bath: Full team news for Saturday's game

JJ van der Mescht will make his first Gallagher PREM appearance of the season when Saints host Bath in a sold-out clash on Saturday afternoon (kick-off 3.05pm).

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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Spectacular fireworks, lasers and fire breathers returning to Northampton Saints' stadium this November

A spectacular evening of fireworks, lasers, fire breathers and live entertainment is returning to Northampton Saints' stadium this November.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Northamptonshire businesses face tough choices over jobs, prices and expansion as costs mount, report

Businesses across Northamptonshire are facing continued pressure from rising costs and a complicated tax system, with new research suggesting many employers are putting recruitment and expansion plans

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Northampton charity supporters to trek to Everest Base Camp to raise money for families struggling with poverty

A group of Northampton charity supporters are preparing to trek to Everest Base Camp to raise money for struggling families and help vulnerable residents through the winter.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Developer behind huge Northamptonshire solar farm responds to fears over farmland and wildlife after Government approval

The developer behind a huge solar farm spanning the Northamptonshire countryside has defended the project against concerns over its impact on farmland, wildlife and rural communities following Governm

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Another 150 homes proposed for Northamptonshire village already facing plans for 1,100 new houses

Plans for another 150 homes have emerged in a Northamptonshire village where developers are already proposing more than 1,000 new properties, raising the prospect of further significant expansion.

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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COURT ROUND-UP: Magistrates order Northampton drink driver caught more than twice over the limit to stay off alcohol for 120 days

Justices also dealt with incidents involving assaults, theft, shoplifting, carrying a scalpel in a public place, possession of ketamine…

Northampton Chronicle·1d ago
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Wellingborough boy, 15, pleads not guilty to 22 sexual offences

A teenager from Wellingborough has denied a string of serious charges at Northampton Crown Court

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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Support available in Northamptonshire for those affected by baby loss

People across Northamptonshire who are struggling with the emotional impact of baby loss are being encouraged to seek support from a specialist NHS service.

Northants Telegraph·1d ago
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New seafood restaurant – described as ‘real gem’ – opens in busy Northampton road

A new seafood restaurant – described as a ‘real gem’ – has opened in a busy Northampton road.

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
Council

Solar power plans for Northampton's Royal & Derngate theatre

Solar power plans for Northampton's Royal & Derngate theatre  BBC

BBC·2d ago
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The top reported crimes in every area of North Northamptonshire according to latest police stats

The top reported crimes for every area across North Northamptonshire during August have been revealed.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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Iconic Northamptonshire brand invests in future at Kettering site with new global HQ plan

Iconic Northamptonshire-based cereal giant Weetabix is looking to invest in their Burton Latimer site with plans for a new office headquarters building.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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New Cobblers owners to attend Open Forum at Sixfields

Northampton Town are holding an Open Forum in association with the It's All Cobblers To Me podcast.

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Counter terrorism police questioning two men after break-in at RAF base on Northamptonshire border

Two Latvian men have been arrested following a breach of the perimeter fence at RAF Molesworth.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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PICTURES: Plans unveiled for another 'high-quality' David Lloyd health and wellness club in Northamptonshire

Plans for another major new David Lloyd health and wellness club in Northamptonshire have been unveiled – with proposals including swimming pools, a spa, gym, racquet facilities and up to 100 jobs.

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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One conviction and case closed a year after £3.2m Northampton cannabis factory raid – despite police saying organised crime group was behind it

Just one person has been arrested and jailed a year after police uncovered a £3.2m cannabis factory in a former Northampton casino – despite officers saying an organised crime group was behind the hug

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Local charity supports ‘breakthroughs in psoriasis research’ with research grants

A leading UK charity based in Northampton has opened applications for its yearly research grants, this year worth up £137,000, to support the next generation of psoriasis researchers in Newcastle and

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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New dates confirmed for Northampton's League Two games against Port Vale and Oldham Athletic

Northampton’s League Two fixtures against Oldham Athletic and Port Vale have been rearranged.

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Final decision on massive 3,000-acre solar farm across Northamptonshire announced

A solar farm spread across nine sites around villages in Northamptonshire has been given the go-ahead by the Planning Inspectorate.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
Council

Controversial 500MW solar farm spanning Northamptonshire approved despite concerns over farmland and wildlife

Controversial 500MW solar farm spanning Northamptonshire approved despite concerns over farmland and wildlife  Northampton Chronicle and Echo

Northampton Chronicle and Echo·2d ago
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Northampton parents invited to give outgrown toys and clothes another life

As Christmas approaches, a free family challenge is encouraging parents in Northampton and surrounding communities to check what children already own and make thoughtful decisions about items they no

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Northampton teacher named national Community Champion finalist for inspiring young volunteers

A Northampton school leader whose work has helped students contribute around 1,300 hours of volunteering to the community each year has been named a finalist in a prestigious national education award.

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Bouygues Construction selects Northampton for UK expansion with major warehouse letting

Bouygues Construction has selected Northampton for a new Midlands base for Bouygues Construction Plant Solutions UK, taking a specialist industrial facility on Brackmills Industrial Estate to support

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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From apprentice to Master Plumber: Northampton College students are learning from the best

A Northampton College plumbing teacher is celebrating an extraordinary professional achievement after becoming both a Master Plumber and a Chartered Scientist – while returning to the college where hi

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Weston Favell Academy hosts language and culture lessons on Saturdays for local children

Weston Favell Academy has opened its doors to the Association of Northamptonshire Supplementary Schools (ANSS), enabling more than 150 children from the local community to attend Arabic, Russian, Roma

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Northamptonshire Dambusters hero’s wartime treasures to be auctioned

An extremely rare menu from a dinner celebrating the medals awarded to members of 617 Squadron for their roles in Operation Chastise, the legendary ‘Dambusters’ bouncing bomb raid on Germany’s Ruhr da

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity recognised in national awards

A pioneering health education project has put Northamptonshire on the map after being recognised at a national award ceremony.

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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The Qweens invite you to strut your stuff for charity: Five Hours, Seven Dances, One Great Cause!

Northampton’s five-hour Burlesque-a-thon is back for its third year of sassy fundraising for charity CLICK Arts Foundation- and this year Burlesque Squad ‘The Qweens’ are turning up the heat and aimin

Northampton Chronicle·2d ago
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Shaping the future of creativity in Northamptonshire

BrightSparks Arts are hosting a Creative Health event at Kettering Arts Centre this coming Tuesday and are inviting people to come and share their thoughts.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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Plans for 150 new houses in Northamptonshire village as public consultation launched

Residents in Earls Barton are being invited to take part in a public consultation on 150 new houses off Doddington Road.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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The search is on for mystery North Northamptonshire lottery winner who's missing out on 10k per month

It’s time to dig out those old lottery tickets and see if you’re missing out on £10,000 per month.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
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Northamptonshire gin maker Warner's launches new alcohol-free botanical aperitif

An award-winning gin maker is bringing ‘proper British flavour’ to pre-dinner drinks with the launch of Warner’s Botanical Aperitif, a bittersweet, non-alcoholic drink.

Northants Telegraph·2d ago
Council

New grants available to give Northamptonshire town centre shops and businesses a facelift

New grants available to give Northamptonshire town centre shops and businesses a facelift  Northampton Chronicle and Echo

Northampton Chronicle and Echo·3d ago
Council

Northamptonshire council prosecute woman for repeated fly-tipping

Northamptonshire council prosecute woman for repeated fly-tipping  Circular Online

Circular Online·3d ago
Council

Got a question about your bins or council tax? New 24-hour chatbot could have the answer

Got a question about your bins or council tax? New 24-hour chatbot could have the answer  Northampton Chronicle and Echo

Northampton Chronicle and Echo·3d ago