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  • Villagers told to keep doors and windows closed


    02 September 2010
    PEOPLE living in Farthingstone have been advised to close their windows and doors after a fire broke out in the village.
    Daventry Today
  • Town shops close down


    02 September 2010
    TWO clothes shops in Daventry have closed down less than a year after they first opened for trading.
    Daventry Today
  • Tragic story of pilot Nicholas Jorgensen unearthed


    02 September 2010
    MORE than 60 years after he died in a plane crash in South Northamptonshire, a Chronicle & Echo investigation has uncovered the life story of American World War Two pilo
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Trader terrorised by gang of yobs


    02 September 2010
    A TOWN centre retailer has said he would never have opened in Daventry if he knew how bad the antisocial behaviour here was.
    Daventry Today
  • Tresham goes to top of the class


    02 September 2010
    Tresham College is celebrating after being named the second best further education college in the country for student success rates.
    Evening Telegraph
  • School's opening day hit by works


    02 September 2010
    A primary school was unable to open today after contractors Weldon Plant failed to complete a road leading to the new building.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Downpour of luck for businessman


    02 September 2010
    The sky was the limit for a young businessman who used a downpour to start a window cleaning business during the recession and is now washing landmarks in Corby town centre.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Top Gear mystery man races for town team


    02 September 2010
    Top Gear's famous Stig has been unmasked as a driver for a Wellingborough racing team.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Baby P sparks rise in protected youngsters


    02 September 2010
    The number of vulnerable children in Northamptonshire who are subject to child protection plans has risen to 232 this year.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Fears for Weldon's future


    02 September 2010
    One of the county's best-known construction companies, responsible for a string of high-profile building projects, is feared to be facing financial difficulties.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Man taken to hospital following chip pan fire


    02 September 2010
    A man was taken to hospital with burns after a chip pan fire at a house.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Woman died after routine hernia operation at NGH


    02 September 2010
    The family of a beloved mother and wife who died after an "extremely rare" complication arose during a routine hernia operation, have spoken of their devastation.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Huge boozing gulf for men in Northamptonshire


    02 September 2010
    Men in Northamptonshire are facing massive disparities between the amount of harm caused to them by alcohol, a new study shows.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • The Stig - Ben Collins - to appear at Silverstone next week


    02 September 2010
    The newly unmasked Stig will appear at Silverstone next week, driving for his Northamptonshire-based racing team.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Paedophile to be assessed by psychiatrist


    02 September 2010
    A paedophile who preyed on both young girls and boys over an eight-year period will be sentenced once he has been assessed by a psychiatrist.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Trial of accused child sex abuser is delayed by a week


    02 September 2010
    The trial of a man who has denied a catalogue of historic sexual offences against three children has been put back until next week.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Deaths of 55 children have been investigated by authorities in Northamptonshire over past two years


    02 September 2010
    New figures have revealed an independent panel probed the deaths of 55 children in Northamptonshire in the past two years.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Former police sergeant in sex attack claim


    02 September 2010
    A former policeman has appeared in court over allegations that he twice sexually assaulted a teenager whilst he was a serving officer.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Northampton School for Boys is now an academy


    02 September 2010
    Northampton School for Boys will re-open to pupils returning from their summer holidays tomorrow as the town's first independent academy, after being granted Government ap
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Help to find homes for care babies


    02 September 2010
    An urgent appeal has gone out to find people in Northamptonshire who can foster vulnerable babies and toddlers following a dire shortage of carers in the county.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Taxis get knife gang warning


    02 September 2010
    A taxi driver suffered serious wounds to his face and hands after he was subjected to a terrifying knifepoint ordeal by a gang of three women sat in the back of his cab.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Strike threats of BBC staff


    02 September 2010
    TV and radio output across Northamptonshire may be affected as the BBC is facing the threat of strikes after thousands of journalists, technicians and other staff voted massiv
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Mountaineer Alan Hinkes reaches a peak in Northamptonshire


    02 September 2010
    A world famous mountaineer has tackled one of the smallest peaks in his career in Northamptonshire as part of his latest challenge.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Tudor manor house is put up for sale for £1m


    02 September 2010
    A centuries-old Grade I-listed Tudor manor house in a Northamptonshire village, believed to have once been the home of a relative of William Shakespeare, has gone on the marke
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Will row man repays £310k


    02 September 2010
    An allegation of theft against the executor of a will has been dropped after he agreed to return the £310,000 plus interest he was accused of stealing from a dead man's es
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Clothes stores shut up shop


    02 September 2010
    Two clothes shops in Northamptonshire have closed less than a year after they first opened for trading.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Guardian SmartWater packs handed out to Northampton taxi firms


    02 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Theft of distinctive jewellery items


    02 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Cold Ashby: Theft from farm in Stanford Road


    02 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Wellingborough: Attempted robbery


    02 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Woman arrested on suspicion of robbery


    02 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Middleton Cheney: Serious injury road traffic collision


    02 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Attacks on two cab drivers linked


    01 September 2010
    Police are linking two separate attacks on taxi drivers in Northampton.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • In this week's Daventry Express...


    01 September 2010
    All your local news, including:
    Daventry Today
  • Village show this weekend


    01 September 2010
    A VILLAGE show will be held this weekend to help raise money for local charities.
    Daventry Today
  • House damaged by fire


    01 September 2010
    A LIVING room went up in flames during the early hours of Wednesday morning after candles were left unattended.
    Daventry Today
  • Four-vehicle crash shuts road


    01 September 2010
    A crash involving four vehicles on the A509 caused long tailbacks.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Poppies fan saved by off-duty doctor and volunteers at derby game


    01 September 2010
    The swift actions of doctors, stewards and fans helped save the life of a Kettering Town supporter who collapsed during Monday's derby game.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Results of Northamtponshire County Council's staff survey


    01 September 2010
    What county hall staff think about working for Northamptonshsire County Council
    Evening Telegraph
  • Half of county hall staff proud to work for Northamptonshire council


    01 September 2010
    Only half of county council staff are proud to work for the authority despite a year-long campaign to improve job satisfaction.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Man injured after racist attack


    01 September 2010
    A man believed to be from Russia needed hospital treatment after being attacked in a racially-motivated assault.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Hospital extension gets go-ahead


    01 September 2010
    A £30m extension of Kettering General Hospital in Northamptonshire is approved by the government.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • All systems go at new Kingswood School


    01 September 2010
    Youngsters collected their new uniforms from the rebuilt Kingswood School as a new era dawned on the £26m development.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Man behaving suspiciously at beauty spot


    01 September 2010
    Police are appealing for help from members of the public after a man was spotted at a beauty spot, popular with young families, leering at young girls.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Man stable after crash


    01 September 2010
    A 45-year-old Wellingborough man was seriously injured after a blue Mercedes car was involved in a collision with a tree near Sywell.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Mystery over missing cygnets at Wellingborough Embankment


    01 September 2010
    A lack of cygnets at a Wellingborough beauty spot is causing concern to a bird charity.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Family devastated by sudden death of "bubbly and attractive" daughter


    01 September 2010
    A family has been left devastated by the sudden death of a popular 28-year-old woman.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Kettering General Hospital gets £30m go-ahead


    01 September 2010
    Plans for a new £30m expansion of Kettering General Hospital have been given the go-ahead by the Government.
    Evening Telegraph
  • 'Bland estate has torturous roads'


    01 September 2010
    The Grange Park housing development on the outskirts of Northampton has been described as 'homogenised' with 'torturous roads' by design experts.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Alfe's cards are a gift of thanks


    01 September 2010
    A boy who beat cancer has designed Christmas cards to be sold to raise money for presents for children at Northampton General Hospital.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • YMCA looks for way to secure its future


    01 September 2010
    About 50 people employed at YMCAs across Northamptonshire have been warned they could lose their jobs, unless the charity finds a way to fill the gap left by county hall's
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Staff survey reveals half of County Council employees are proud of the authority


    01 September 2010
    A survey of workers at Northamptonshire County Council has revealed an increased number are proud to work for the authority - but the figure still stands at just 52 per cent.
    Chronicle and Echo
  • Urgent appeal for more baby and toddler foster carers


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • London 2012 inspire mark for school of life project


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Tenants, have YOUR say at Corby’s Tenant Talkabout!


    01 September 2010
    From repairs to customer service, tenants of Corby Borough Council will have a great opportunity to have their say on services as the One Stop Shop on George Street is transformed to hold Corby’s very first Tenant Talkabout on Saturday 4th September 2010.
    Corby Borough Council
  • Times running out for sports awards nominations


    01 September 2010
    Residents have less than a fortnight left to make nominations for the 2010 Daventry District Sports Awards.
    Daventry District Council
  • Swim for £1 at Daventry Leisure Centre


    01 September 2010
    People under the age of 16 and over 60 will be able to swim for just £1 at Daventry Leisure Centre during September 2010.
    Daventry District Council
  • Get Back Into... Ceroc


    01 September 2010
    Northamptonshire Sport is working in association with Daventry District Council and Daventry Active to provide a beginners course to Ceroc dance.
    Daventry District Council
  • Residents to complete registration form


    01 September 2010
    People living in Daventry District could lose out on more than just the right to vote if they fail to complete and submit their electoral registration form.
    Daventry District Council
  • Northampton: Robbery on taxi driver in Ashburnham Road


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Warning to public about crime survey researchers


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Free driving course for young drivers


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Oundle: Burglary at Warren Bridge


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Assault on the Racecourse


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Burglary in Hunsbury Hill


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Robbery in Birchfield Road


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Holcot: Man arrested on suspicion of theft


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton - altercation in Hunsbury


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • A5 - burglary at small holding


    01 September 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Pet rabbit killed


    31 August 2010
    POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a pet rabbit was murdered.
    Daventry Today
  • New roles advertised by council


    31 August 2010
    At least 11 new roles are advertised at Northants County Council, which said it is reducing services by up to £40m.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • Charity money handed over


    31 August 2010
    MONEY raised at Daventry's 2010 Charity Event has been handed over to charity.
    Daventry Today
  • Last arts market of the summer


    31 August 2010
    The last art market of the summer will have a Gaelic feel as art lovers explore the best in local art in the Market Square on the first Sunday in September (5 September).
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Clubs road shut for extra night


    31 August 2010
    A road in Northampton town centre is closed to traffic for an extra night over the bank holiday for safety reasons.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • Views sought on new council land


    31 August 2010
    Residents are asked their views on how best to use 22 hectares of land acquired by Kettering Borough Council.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • A361 to be closed on Friday


    31 August 2010
    THE A361 between Daventry and Banbury will be closed to traffic while roadworks are carried out.
    Daventry Today
  • Lingerie firm reveals plan to expand to Kettering


    31 August 2010
    Lingerie firm Eveden is committing its future to Northamptonshire and planning for expansion.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Thirteen people not wearing seat belts killed in three years


    31 August 2010
    Hundreds of drivers are continuing to flout the law and putting lives at risk by not wearing seat belts.
    Evening Telegraph
  • Views sought on services for children with special educational needs


    31 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Come along to your local library and choose your large print books


    31 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Northampton - robbery last Wednesday


    31 August 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Robbery on Mereway


    31 August 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Man injured in RTC near Sywell


    31 August 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Northampton: Assault on woman in Billing Road


    31 August 2010

    Northamptonshire Police
  • Crash badly damages houses


    28 August 2010
    Residents of three terraced houses in Northamptonshire are made homeless when a car crashes into one of them.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • Armed robbery at village store


    27 August 2010
    A TERRIFYING raid at a village shop on Sunday night saw staff threatened by robbers armed with guns.
    Daventry Today
  • Problem paths will not be fixed


    27 August 2010
    PAVEMENTS in Daventry town centre look unlikely to be fixed, despite high numbers of people falling and injuring themselves.
    Daventry Today
  • Wind farm plans are scaled down


    27 August 2010
    PLANS to build a wind farm in Boddington have been scaled down after Partnership for Renewables (PfR) announced it now only wants to build one turbine.
    Daventry Today
  • Better town bus service for villagers


    27 August 2010
    NEW bus services across the Daventry district will enable villagers to travel into town more regularly.
    Daventry Today
  • Plans drawn up for historic Moot Hall


    27 August 2010
    THE historic Moot Hall in the heart of Daventry looks set to be brought back to life with a new tenant.
    Daventry Today
  • How would you rate South Northamptonshire Council?


    27 August 2010
    We'd like you to tell us how we compare with other organisations. What we do well and what not so well.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Planning permission granted for major development at Norwood Farm


    27 August 2010
    South Northamptonshire Council's Development Control Committee hasresolved to grant planning permission for 781 homes and related development, including a new country park at Norwood Farm.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Arsonists torch playground


    26 August 2010
    ARSONISTS who set alight a children's playground causing up to £10,000 worth of damage have been labelled 'mindless scum'.
    Daventry Today
  • Museum considering the future of unused stuffed animals


    26 August 2010
    Up to 170 stuffed animals could soon find a new home as Northampton Borough Council considers the future of the objects.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Man taken to hospital after crash


    26 August 2010
    A MAN was taken to hospital after a car crah in Bugbrooke.
    Daventry Today
  • Fury after mother forced to wait for an out-of-hours doctor


    26 August 2010
    A CANCER sufferer had to wait so long for a home visit from an out-of-hours doctor that she was left 'screaming' in agony.
    Daventry Today
  • September's WOW now on line...


    26 August 2010
    Read it now - September's WOWLatest news on the Parish Dragon's Den event....A farewell from Tim & Barbara Oakley....A chance to get up close and personal with some Owls...and much, much more.{phocadownload view=file|id=14|text=WOW September 2010|target=b}
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Join health walk at road show


    26 August 2010
    People will be able to get their blood pressure checked before joining a health walk at a Health Road Show in Long Buckby.
    Daventry District Council
  • In the Daventry Express this week:


    25 August 2010
    All the latest local news, including:
    Daventry Today
  • Live music for bank holiday shoppers


    25 August 2010
    THE Heart of the Shires Shopping Village off the A5 near Weedon is playing host to an afternoon of live outdoor music on bank holiday Monday.
    Daventry Today
  • Green, Safe and Healthy Northampton Day


    25 August 2010
    Are you into recycling? Do you want to know more about how to reduce your carbon emissions and save money? Have you the urge to live a healthier lifestyle?
    Northampton Borough Council
  • The Wild Lion finally gets a lick of paint


    25 August 2010
    The last member of the Pride of Northampton will be completed this week thanks to a local tattoo artist.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Village museum opens this weekend


    25 August 2010
    A VILLAGE'S museum will be open to the public on Saturday.
    Daventry Today
  • Key stage 4 results


    25 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Online licensing now available


    25 August 2010
    Did you know that you can now obtain a Council licence online?
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Government visits county to learn about transparency


    24 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Fun for the family at Knuston Hall this bank holiday


    24 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Corby Cube’s logo revealed


    24 August 2010
    As the Corby Cube nears completion, making an iconic addition to Corby’s skyline, Corby Borough Council can now reveal the building’s very own logo.
    Corby Borough Council
  • Healthy help for youngsters


    24 August 2010
    A programme to help children become fitter and healthier is starting at Daventry Leisure Centre next month.
    Daventry District Council
  • Development Control Committee - Thursday 26 August


    24 August 2010
    The Development Control Committee meeting will take place in the Council Chamber at Springfields, Towcester on 26 August 2010 at 11am, not 2:15pm as is usually the case, with a lunch break between 1 and 2pm.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Northamptonshire Licensing Act 2003 DRAFT Statement of Licensing Policy


    23 August 2010
    The DRAFT Statement of Licensing Policy is now open for consultation
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Sports Awards 2010 - Get Your Nominations In!


    23 August 2010
    From : Paul Pritchard, Sport & Leisure Officer, Daventry District Counciltel: 01327 302265  email: ppritchard@daventrydc.gov.uk  It's that time of year again where we are looking for nominations for the Daventry District Sports Awards. As with previous years, winners from the Daventry event will be nominated for the Northamptonshire Sports Awards. Last year 2 of our winners went on to win at county level also.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Street Football kicks off in three new areas


    23 August 2010
    Three new Street Football Project sessions are set to kick off this weekend as youngsters from across the town will get the chance to improve their footballing skills and make new friends.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Don't lose your right to vote


    23 August 2010
    Every year all local authorities have carryout an annual canvas of electors to update the electoral register.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • goodbyesmoke.co.uk: NHS Northamptonshire smashes smoking cessation target


    23 August 2010
    Smoking remains the single greatest cause of preventable illness and premature death in England and is linked with the development of lung cancer and heart and respiratory disease. It is estimated that smoking causes 1,000 deaths a year in Northamptonshire alone. With this in mind NHS Northamptonshire is delighted to announce that nearly 5,200 people quit smoking in Northamptonshire between April 2009 and March 2010 through the support of the free NHS Stop Smoking Service that is available across the county.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Extra closure of Bridge Street for Bank Holiday weekend


    23 August 2010
    Bridge Street in Northampton will be closed to traffic for an extra night over the bank holiday weekend in anticipation of a busy time in the town centre.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • One Small Step... People of Corby walk to the moon!


    23 August 2010
    Forty years after man first stepped onto the moon, the people of Corby are being challenged to undertake their own 'virtual' walk to the moon and by doing so to improve their health and wellbeing.Corby has the highest levels of obesity (30.4%) in the County, higher than the regional and England average. Obesity is associated with increased risk of a range of chronic illnesses including Type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, hypertension, gall bladder disease, stroke and some cancers.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Where there's muck there's brass as MRF makes a million


    23 August 2010
    Northampton Borough Council's Materials Reclamation Facility (MRF) made more than £1 million pounds in the last financial year.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Northamptonshire County Council statement regarding the serious case review of Mr and Mrs Randall


    23 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Join the Sunset Walk 2010


    23 August 2010
    Get your entrance and sponsorship forms here.
    Corby Borough Council
  • Go ahead for latest phase of Northampton Marina


    23 August 2010
    The main building that will accompany Northamptons Beckets Park Marina has been granted planning permission by West Northamptonshire Development Corporation.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • HCA funding boosts development in North Northamptonshire


    23 August 2010
    It has been announced that two key sites in North Northamptonshire will benefit from the latest instalment of funding from The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA). The HCA is investing more than 7.4m in projects across the East Midlands, which have been on hold following the Treasury's freeze on spending commitments, which is set to create hundreds of new homes across the region.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • iConic timber frame rises in Daventry


    23 August 2010
    The distinctive timber frame of Daventrys award-winning iCon has been completed, as the local landmark starts to take shape
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • Kettering Town Centre AAP Proposed Submission


    23 August 2010
    Kettering Borough Council will be consulting upon the Kettering Town Centre Area Action Plan (AAP) Proposed Submission from 16th August 2010 to 18th October 2010.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • Life changing community centre is completed in Northampton


    23 August 2010
    The transformation of Upton Lodge Farm House in Northampton from a rundown, derelict building to a first class community facility has been completed.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • Recognition for Council's library and archive services


    23 August 2010
    Northamptonshire County Councils libraries have become the first library service in the East Midlands to achieve the Customer Service Excellence (CSE) standard.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • Former Mayor presents cheque to Children's Ward


    20 August 2010
    Former Mayor of Northampton, Councillor Michael Hill helped to raise over £25,000 for his two chosen charities during his year as Mayor.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Trading standards prosecution for freezer retailer


    20 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Work continues to improve county highways


    20 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Recognition for Council's library and archive services


    20 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council

  • 20 August 2010
    The next East Haddon Parish Council meeting is due to be held on: Thursday 2nd September 2010, commencing at 7.30pm. At this time, the venue of meeting is East Haddon Village Hall. (Should there
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Health Check Event


    19 August 2010
    East Northamptonshire Council and NHS Provider Services have teamed up to offer residents a free Health Check in Rushden.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Get involved: Family fun day in Daventry for 'Sure Start'


    19 August 2010
    This promises to be a great day out for all the familyDaventry East Sure Start Children's Centre will hold a fun filled event on Saturday 21 August with a host of attractions for the whole family including the familiar face-painting and bouncy castles but also some unusual events such as a children's mini gardening competition.As well as raising awareness of the Centre, the event is also hoping to raise funds to help finance a family trip for more than 100 parents and children to the Twinlakes theme park at Melton Mowbray.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • COMPETITION: Win tickets to the British Touring Car Championship this weekend!


    19 August 2010
    British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) and Porsche Carrera Cup fans are in for a treat over the next 24 hours – as Nationwide Accident Repair Services plc is giving away four pairs of VIP tickets for an unmissable hospitality experience for the BTCC event on Sunday 22 August 2010 at Silverstone.
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • 'Summer Savvy' bags given to students picking up A level results


    19 August 2010
    We want young people to be prepared for the adult world socially as well as educationally this week Students at three schools in Northamptonshire will get a bonus on A Level results day tomorrow (19/08/10) from NHS Northamptonshire in the form of a Summer Savvy goodie bag. Being Summer Savvy will help them to avoid ending up in A&E after consuming too much alcohol and reducing the spread of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Enter the dragons in Woodford


    19 August 2010
    Four residents from Woodford-cum-Membris have bravely put themselves forward to face five dragons in a bid to win £3,000 to improve their community.
    Daventry District Council
  • Outdoor family fun on offer with Get Active @ Salcey Forest


    19 August 2010
    Archery, mountain biking, orienteering, nature walks, and den building, these are just some of the exciting family activities taking place at Get Active @ Salcey Forest on Tuesday 31 August, a free event organised by South Northamptonshire Council in partnership with the Forestry Commission and Northamptonshire Sport.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Trafford Park gets a facelift


    18 August 2010
    A park in Rushden has been given a fresh new look with fence repairs and painting following three months work by a Community Payback team.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Green light for Greenway


    18 August 2010
    The East Northamptonshire Greenway is set to benefit from 618k of external funding to construct a cycle route at Higham Ferrers and Rushden.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Still time to get your nominations in for Northampton Sports Awards 2010


    18 August 2010
    The search is still on for Northampton's sports stars of the year as Northampton Borough Council takes nominations for its Sports Awards 2010.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Sports Awards 2010


    18 August 2010
    The Kettering Sports Awards are open NOW! Awards will be judged on achievements made between June 2009 and July 2010.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • University offers a range of support options for Clearing 2010


    18 August 2010
    The University of Northampton will be providing an advice service for potential students on Thursday 19 August 2010, A-Level results day.
    University of Northampton
  • Helpful hints on recycled back to school bargains


    18 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Green Light for Rushden's Greenways


    18 August 2010
    The East Northamptonshire Greenway is set to benefit from 618k of external funding to construct a cycle route at Higham Ferrers and Rushden.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • CBBC Relic Trail at Northampton museum


    17 August 2010
    Over the summer break Northampton Museum and Art Gallery is offering children the chance to become 'Guardians of the Museum' by taking part in the CBBC Relic Trail challenge.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Blackthorn Good Neighbours Picnic to show how much they love their park


    17 August 2010
    Children, parents and staff from the Blackthorn Good Neighbours and Children's Centre are joining up with NBC and the Police at a teddy bear's picnic to show how much they love their park.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Beer goggles help demonstrate dangers of drugs and alcohol misuse


    17 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • It's a Moostery how he got there


    16 August 2010
    The Moosterious Lion is scaling new heights as he finds a new home at the top of one of Northampton's most famous landmarks.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Extra litter picking hours to keep parks looking lovely


    16 August 2010
    Extra litter pickers are working in some of the town's busiest parks to ensure they are kept clean and lovely for the thousands of people who flock to them during the summer months.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Making Northampton a greener, safer and healthier place to live


    16 August 2010
    Next week visitors to the town centre will be able to find out how we can all help to make Northampton a greener, safer and healthier place to live.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Dr Who style show materialises in Northamptonshire!


    16 August 2010
    An imaginative theatrical show - The Time Traveller - featuring Dr Who style special visual effects, magical costumes, fantastic scenery and set backwards and forwards in time with dinosaurs and aliens, was performed and filmed by young people aged 8 to 16 for family and friends at Paulerspury Village Hall at the weekend.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Crack down on doorstep crime and rogue traders


    13 August 2010
    Northampton Borough Council's Environmental Crime Team joined a multi-agency operation to crack down on doorstep crime and rogue trader activity earlier this week.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Northampton Heritage Open Days brochure available now


    13 August 2010
    Northampton Heritage Open Days weekend 2010 brochures are now available to pick up at various tourist locations around the region.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Celebrity auctioneer to put the Pride under the hammer


    13 August 2010
    Next month the Pride of Northampton will go under the hammer at a charity auction to raise money for the Born Free Foundation and Northampton's Cynthia Spencer Hospice.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Summer Holiday Activities 2010


    13 August 2010
    Don't Miss out. Final weeks of Summer Holiday Activities!
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Quarantine for Lithuanian puppies


    13 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Woman sentenced for £80,000 benefit fraud


    13 August 2010
    A woman from Long Buckby has been sentenced to 16 months imprisonment for committing benefit fraud.
    Daventry District Council
  • Desborough By Election


    12 August 2010
    Notice of Poll
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Second evening of live music on the Market Square


    12 August 2010
    Tomorrow (Friday 13 August) the second of this month's Free Gig Friday concerts will see Northampton's Market Square host another evening of free music in the town centre.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • Special operation to ensure young people stay safe


    12 August 2010
    A special operation will take place in Northampton later this week aimed at ensuring vulnerable young people aren't put at risk on the streets.
    Northampton Borough Council
  • The Award Winning Market Place


    12 August 2010
    The award winning Market Place continues to be popular with community events and next week sees a community group holding a series of activities.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Work to start on A45/A4500 corridor improvements


    12 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Housing Strategy (draft consultation)


    12 August 2010
    The council recognises that people from black and minority ethnic communities can sometimes experience disadvantages in relation to housing, health, education, and employment and that BME communities have particular needs and aspirations which should be addressed.
    Northamptonshire Observatory
  • Environment and charity benefit from textile recycling success


    12 August 2010
    Following the introduction of bi-monthly doorstep textile collections last year by South Northamptonshire Council, residents across the district have helped the environment by recycling over 128 tonnes of textiles and in the process raised thousands of pounds for the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance charity.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Young singing and drumming stars take to the stage in Towcester


    12 August 2010
    The chance to hear a new generation of musical performers was on offer at St Lawrence Church, Towcester, this week, as group singing and drumming workshops for local girls and boys were run as part of South Northamptonshire Council's summer programme of Arts activities.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Rothwell Community Centre Re-opens & Pleasure Park awarded Green Flag status!


    11 August 2010
    Summer maintenance work is near completion at Rothwell Community Centre & will re-open on Monday 16th August 2010.<br /> Rockingham Road Pleasure Park has been awarded Green Flag status.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Circus street party in town centre


    11 August 2010
    Wellingborough’s Sheep Street and Silver Street will host a free circus-themed street party on Saturday 25 September to celebrate the re-opening of the streets after five months of improvement works.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Delivering youth services at a local level


    10 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Zebra crossing plans suspended


    10 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Residents warned over telephone scam


    10 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Production shatters the drinking trends for Corby youngsters


    10 August 2010
    The second of a series of drama productions used to highlight the affects of binge drinking to Corby’s young residents has gone down a storm with 98% of the audience commenting on how they enjoyed the performance.
    Corby Borough Council
  • Wish for new family cycle ride granted


    10 August 2010
    Responding to requests from families for a weekend cycle ride in the region, Towcester's A5 Rangers Cycling Club, in partnership with South Northamptonshire Council's Sports Development Team, is introducing a new ride later this month to help families get active together.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Shine to give children the chance to shine


    10 August 2010
    Children with a disability or a special need aged 8to 18 are getting ready to enjoy a range of sporting activities - including badminton, athletics, yoga, football, martial arts, and tri-golf - at Shine, a week of fun filled series of activities organised by South Northamptonshire Council and Daventry District Council.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • New community outreach vehicle for fire service


    09 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Academies win Government funding


    09 August 2010

    Northamptonshire County Council
  • Drink yourself fat - tackling excessive drinking in the home


    06 August 2010
    People are drinking increasing amounts of alcohol at home without realising the effects too much can have on their waistline and overall health.Putting away an average of ten bottles of beer or four bottles of wine a week can add two stones (12.5 kgs) to your weight. And it's the older age group that is most at risk.The 60+ age group accounts for almost a quarter of all alcohol related hospital admissions in Northamptonshire and there's an identifiable rise in admissions in the 50-59 age group too.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Throw yourself into Corby’s summer of fun


    06 August 2010
    Make sure the summer holidays fly by this year and join a new craze that is taking over countries worldwide at Corby Borough Council’s Ultimate Frisbee sessions.
    Corby Borough Council
  • Summer Spotlight on Sunbed Safety


    06 August 2010
    During August, Environmental Health Officers from South Northamptonshire Council will be visiting UV Tanning premises as part of a County-wide safety initiative. All premises providing UV Tanning will be visited by local enforcement officers to ensure health and safety requirements are in place.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • University project helps to save lives in Nigeria's toxic e-waste epidemic


    05 August 2010
    Academics from The University of Northampton have been undertaking vital work in Nigeria to educate electronic waste scavengers on the hazards of what they are doing and to provide them with essential equipment to help them to do their jobs safely.
    University of Northampton
  • NHS Northamptonshire scores with Cobblers stop smoking group


    05 August 2010
    NHS Northamptonshire joined forces with Northampton Town Football Club last month to offer local residents a new way of receiving stop smoking support. Based at the Sixfields Stadium, attendees received stop smoking support for seven weeks from a fully trained stop smoking advisor. What's more they also received a Cobblers goody bag and at week five a motivational talk from Northampton Town midfielder, Andy Holt.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Have your say on local health topics... on a regular basis


    05 August 2010
    The East Midlands Specialised Commissioning Group (EMSCG) was formed in 2007 and their role is to commission specialised services on behalf of the&nbsp;nine East Midlands Primary Care Trusts, of which NHS Northamptonshire is one.The EMSCG is continually after comments from members of the public on its latest draft policies. Live consultation policies can be found by visiting the EMSCG website.Get involved on a local levelIf you would like to have your say on local health topics on a regular basis, why not consider becoming a member of Northamptonshire Pulse.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • New Age Kurling Tournament


    05 August 2010
    New Age Kurling teams in Corby are getting ready to battle it out at the Borough’s second Annual tournament which is set to get off to a rolling start at 11am on Monday 9th August at The Corby Irish Centre on Patrick Road.
    Corby Borough Council
  • Celebrating a day of play


    05 August 2010
    An annual celebration of children's right to play - Playday - took place on August 4 at Towcester Recreation Ground and saw children enjoy a range of exciting activities including face painting, inflatable jousting, Laser Quest, and a bouncy castle - all thanks to the South Northants Play Rangers' Big Lottery Play on the Move programme and South Northamptonshire Council.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Big society boost for local NHS enterprise


    04 August 2010
    A Northamptonshire scheme that puts NHS staff in the driving seat of innovative projects to transform patient care was given a boost by Care Services Minister Paul Burstow today.NHS Northamptonshire's Changing Minds Wellbeing Service is one of 15 projects that will form the second wave of NHS organisations that want to set up as social enterprises, a scheme that gives public sector workers the ability to take over the services they deliver.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • University leads on county-wide sustainable development project


    04 August 2010
    The University of Northampton is one of 11 higher education institutions to receive substantial funding from the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) to take forward sustainable development projects in their region.
    University of Northampton
  • Cameras on the move to combat crime


    04 August 2010
    New CCTV cameras are on the move in Daventry District in a bid to detect and deter anti-social behaviour.
    Daventry District Council
  • Summer holidays begin with SPLAT fun for children


    04 August 2010
    Kicking off a summer of fun, children in South Northamptonshire villages have been getting artistic and creative at a series of arts workshops during the first weeks of the school holidays as South Northamptonshire Council's programme of SPLAT gets underway.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Grand opening of young people's charity shop


    03 August 2010
    Young people from Rushden are running their own business as part of a community project being carried out by East Northamptonshire Council and partners.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Sunbed safety in summer spotlight


    03 August 2010
    Throughout August environmental health officers from Wellingborough Council will be visiting UV tanning premises to ensure health and safety requirements are in place.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Help with building sustainable homes


    03 August 2010
    Wellingborough Council is offering a new service to help developers build homes that save residents money, increase their wellbeing, and help the environment.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • August athletics


    03 August 2010
    With the Commonwealth Games only a couple of months away, Wellingborough Council is offering structured coaching to get kids excited about athletics.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Interruption to website


    02 August 2010
    Due to essential maintenance work, the council's website will be unavailable for a brief time between midnight and 6am on Tuesday 17 August.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • 2011 Census Recruitment


    02 August 2010
    The census is taking place on Sunday 27 March 2011, find out how to apply for a job here.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Residents celebrate transformed estate


    02 August 2010
    A Wellingborough estate with a poor reputation has been transformed into somewhere safe and welcoming, thanks to amazing efforts of the community with support from the council. The residents of the Hemmingwell estate will celebrate their achievements with a free party day on Sunday 1 August.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Daventry by the Sea


    02 August 2010
    Daventry Town Centre Partnership plans to provide shoppers with a special seaside treat on Thursday 12 and Friday 13 August, between 9am and 5pm, when the popular Daventry by the Sea event rolls into Sheaf Street again complete with sandy beach, deckchairs, ice-creams and donkey rides!
    Daventry District Council
  • Supporting local business: Kawasaki rides into Towcester


    02 August 2010
    Showing support for local business, South Northamptonshire Council, represented by Councillor Rupert Fordham, Portfolio Holder for Community Regeneration, attended a special launch event (Thursday 29 July) at Silverstone Motor Cycles in Towcester to celebrate the company's expansion as they acquire a major Kawasaki dealership.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Rangers lead way on dog crackdown


    29 July 2010
    Stanwick Lakes Rangers are urging pet owners to keep their dogs on leads around the lakes to protect wildlife and keep play areas safe and clean.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Young leaders learn skills for community


    29 July 2010
    An initiative to help launch teenagers from Daventry District into a potential career in sport has been hailed a success.
    Daventry District Council
  • Beware bogus callers


    28 July 2010
    Fraudsters pretending to work for local councils are known to be phoning residents and asking for bank details.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Benefit Take Up - Colouring Competition


    28 July 2010
    The winners of the benefit take up colouring competition
    Kettering Borough Council
  • HRH The Princess Royal to open Science and Technology building


    28 July 2010
    HRH The Princess Royal, Royal Patron of the Women Into Science and Engineering (WISE) campaign, will officially open The University of Northampton's Newton building in September, home to the School of Science and Technology.
    University of Northampton
  • Noisy dogs lead to fine


    28 July 2010
    A Brixworth resident has been fined £300 by magistrates for failing to control excessive noise from his barking dogs.
    Daventry District Council
  • Daventry Country Park nets national award


    28 July 2010
    Daventry Country Park has scooped a national award as one of Britains best green spaces for the tenth time.
    Daventry District Council
  • Dispersal Order for Southbrook estate


    28 July 2010
    A dispersal order has been granted in the Southbrook estate in Daventry.
    Daventry District Council
  • Towcester Playday gets set to celebrate children's right to play


    28 July 2010
    Inflatable jousting, Laser Quest, a bouncy castle, face painting and Play Rangers - these are just some of the exciting activities on offer for children during Playday on 4 August - the national day for play.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Celebrating Northamptonshire's new Higher Level Teaching Assistants


    27 July 2010
    An event to celebrate the success of Teaching Assistants from across Northamptonshire who achieved Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) status during the last year was held at The University of Northampton.
    University of Northampton
  • First anniversary of the Family Nurse Partnership in Northamptonshire


    27 July 2010
    NHS Northamptonshire is celebrating the first anniversary of the Family Nurse Partnership in Northamptonshire, which is a countywide programme that provides a trained Family Nurse who can offer regular visits with clients 19 years and under through their first pregnancy and until their baby is two years old.The Family Nurse Partnership is an evidence based programme that is offered in Northamptonshire as part of a Department of Health research trial.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Criminal damage in Swanspool Gardens


    27 July 2010
    Vandals smashed the backrest and panels of a bench in Swanspool Gardens, Wellingborough, and then threw the broken pieces across the bowling green.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • WOODFORD HALSE – BIG ENOUGH BUT SMALL ENOUGH


    26 July 2010
    Few villages tell such an unusual story as Woodford Halse. It is two historical villages rolled into one (Woodford Halse itself and Hinton), while its decades as a railway town in miniature live on in memory. In recent years it has become a popular commuter community, with large housing estates built to serve this need. Its convenient location between the M1 and the M40 makes it attractive to those whose work involves travel.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Get Involved! Equipment in homes for customers with a disability


    23 July 2010
    NHS Northamptonshire, in partnership with Northamptonshire County Council is responsible for providing community equipment and minor adaptations to homes for customers with a disability and/or assessed as being eligible to receive support.&nbsp;The community equipment service is responsible for assessing the individual needs of customers and providing equipment and minor adaptations to those that would benefit from them.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Local pharmacies join sexual health campaign


    23 July 2010
    NHS Northamptonshire and the county's pharmacies are spending the months of July and August raising awareness and providing support to young people in the county on being safe and responsible during the summer when it comes to their sexual health.Health professionals know that the summer holidays and festivals are a time when young people are more likely to 'let their hair down', particularly if they have been drinking alcohol, and with this comes an increased risk of unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • NHS Northamptonshire remains top performing Primary Care Trust


    23 July 2010
    John Parkes, Chief Executive of NHS Northamptonshire, has welcomed the&nbsp;results of the World Class Commissioning report,&nbsp;'I am delighted by the substantial progress that we have made across a wide range of competencies, from prioritising investment, engaging with patients and the public to collaborating with clinicians to inform our commissioning decisions. We are recognised as being a progressive, forward-thinking organisation and an early adopter of best practices across the&nbsp; NHS.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Local schoolboy wins first prize designing front cover of tobacco control strategy


    23 July 2010
    Tom Carvey, aged 11 years from Little Harrowden&nbsp;School, was awarded first prize for designing the front cover for the newly published Tobacco Control Strategy produced by the Smokefree Northamptonshire Tobacco Control Alliance.Tom was awarded first prize today (22 July 2010) by Councillor Robin Brown of Northamptonshire County Council - cabinet member for Health and Adult Social Services.Students who had attended the Kick Smoking Into Touch project were invited to design the front cover, and members of NHS Northamptonshire's Public Health team chose the winning entry.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Free swimming to continue for the summer months


    23 July 2010
    The national free swimming initiative for under 16s and over 60s will continue throughout the summer in Daventry District despite government funding ending this month.
    Daventry District Council
  • Let the games begin!


    22 July 2010
    Ever wanted to try a new sport? Then Redwell Leisure Centre’s free Olympic weekend is the place to be on Sunday 25 July.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Holiday football coaching


    22 July 2010
    Wellingborough Council has teamed up again with Northampton Town FC to deliver football coaching sessions for children during the summer holidays. The course provides quality coaching to boys and girls of all abilities aged 5'14.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Fine Art graduate shows his Portraits of Northampton


    22 July 2010
    Sam Wadsworth, an exciting young painter and BA (Hons) Fine Art graduate of The University of Northampton, will be showing a new body of work at his solo gallery show which opens at 78 Derngate: The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House & Galleries, Northampton, this week.
    University of Northampton
  • Northamptonshire Pulse Public Meetings - Emergency Care


    21 July 2010
    Northamptonshire Pulse, NHS Northamptonshire's membership scheme, is holding its first set of public meetings. The July meetings, four across the county, will discuss emergency care including services such as A&amp;E, GP out-of-hours, Minor Injuries and Minor Illness units and NHS Direct. NHS Northamptonshire wants to understand people's experiences of receiving urgent care, and their motivation for accessing the services they do, in order to ensure services suit the needs of the patients.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Manor Park leisure project to be postponed


    20 July 2010
    Following continued uncertainty about the level of cuts to public spending, East Northamptonshire Council has decided to postpone the Manor Park leisure facility until the economic situation has improved, and to halt all spending on the project.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Places available on summer sports programme


    20 July 2010
    Daventry District Council is delivering a wealth of activities to keep youngsters occupied over the summer holidays.
    Daventry District Council
  • Final day of graduation ceremonies celebrates Arts achievements


    19 July 2010
    The University of Northampton's final day of graduation ceremonies congratulated the successes of students from the School of The Arts.
    University of Northampton
  • Revised Masterplan set for public consultation


    19 July 2010
    Residents will be able to give their feedback later this summer on revised proposals to enhance the heart of Daventry.
    Daventry District Council
  • Village vote to face the Dragons


    19 July 2010
    Residents living in Woodford can decide which one of five ideas to improve their village is the best.
    Daventry District Council
  • Schools of Education and Health celebrate graduate success


    16 July 2010
    The hard work and dedication of graduating students from the University's Schools of Education and Health were celebrated at two ceremonies held on Wednesday 14 July.
    University of Northampton
  • Vote to face the Dragons


    15 July 2010
    Residents living in Woodford can decide which one of five ideas to improve their village is the best.  The Have Your Vote scheme is based on the results from the Woodford-cum-Membris Parish Plan and puts forward ideas that people have suggested could improve the village.The ideas range from new sports facilities to more adult education, and votes need to be cast before the deadline on Friday, July 30.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Northampton Business School congratulates graduates


    15 July 2010
    Students from The University of Northampton's Business School have graduated in a full day of ceremonies at Park Campus.
    University of Northampton
  • Engine Creative Prize promotes regional talent with University award


    15 July 2010
    A graduating Year 3 BA Advertising with Design student from The University of Northampton's Business School has been presented with the Engine Creative Prize for 2010.
    University of Northampton
  • Government to abolish Regional Spatial Strategies


    15 July 2010
    South Northamptonshire Council, along with all planning authorities, has received a letter from the Government which confirms that Regional Spatial Strategies (RSS) have been revoked.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Moat Lane regeneration moves into next phase


    15 July 2010
    On 30 June an outline planning application was submitted to West Northamptonshire Development Corporation for the regeneration of the Moat Lane and Northampton Road area in Towcester. The application is due to be considered by WNDC's Towcester Planning Committee by this autumn.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • More new affordable homes for the district


    14 July 2010
    The number of new affordable homes in East Northamptonshire is on the increase, with last year one of the best ever, thanks to the partnership between the council and local house builders and housing associations.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • New white paper released by Government


    13 July 2010
    Northamptonshire PCT is in a good position to help with the transition to GP commissioning by 2013, as set out in the Government's White Paper.&nbsp; As an organisation we embraced Practice Based Commissioning,&nbsp;supporting the creation of&nbsp;Nene Commissioning in 2007, a GP led organisation&nbsp;which now covers over 90% of GP practices in Northamptonshire.&nbsp; We have worked together successfully over the past&nbsp;three years, winning&nbsp;three joint awards in recognition of the progress that has been made.
    Northamptonshire PCT
  • Redevelopment signals bright future for estate


    13 July 2010
    A pioneering £4.5million purpose-built office and manufacturing headquarters will officially open in Daventry on July 22.
    Daventry District Council
  • Online Services Unavailable


    12 July 2010
    Unfortunately due to essential maintenance, some online services on this website will be unavailable.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Stock needed for new charity shop


    09 July 2010
    Young people from Rushden are being given the chance to run their own business as part of a community project being carried out by East Northamptonshire Council and partners.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Have you seen this van?


    09 July 2010
    Community safety messages have been appearing on East Northamptonshire Council vans travelling throughout the district which explain the results of the work carried out by East Northamptonshire CSP
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • PARISH COUNCILLOR VACANCY


    09 July 2010
    The Parish Council has now been advised by Daventry District Council that it can fill the casual vacancy that arose in May by co-option. &nbsp; To qualify, a person must be a Commonwealth citizen or
    Hannington Parish Council
  • AFFORDABLE HOUSING


    09 July 2010
    Would anyone in the village a)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; who expressed a need in the 2007 Hannington Housing Needs Survey for Affordable Housing, or b)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; who
    Hannington Parish Council
  • Circuit memories


    08 July 2010
    Decades of Silverstone GP memories
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • Tea and Cakes in Swanspool Gardens


    08 July 2010
    Friends of Swanspool Gardens invite you to tea and cakes in the Gardens on Saturday 10th July 2010 2.30pm-4.30pm (in Pavilion if wet).
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • WALGRAVE ROAD FLOWER TROUGH - VOLUNTEER NEEDED


    08 July 2010
    The flower troughs have now been replanted and Mrs M Souter has agreed to continue watering the one on Red House Lane, whilst Mrs C Middleton is organising the one on Holcot Road.&nbsp; Currently Mrs
    Hannington Parish Council

  • 07 July 2010
    Ladies and Gents, sorry about the late entry, but just to let you know that the Parish Council will meet on:- Thursday 8th July 2010 in the Village Hall Everyone is welcome!
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • BRIXWORTH REUSE SHOP


    07 July 2010
    In the April Bulletin, the Parish Council reported that from 21 June changes would be made to the Brixworth HWRC and that the shop that sells reusable items will be located off-site to new premises.&n
    Hannington Parish Council
  • British Grand Prix 2010 - traffic arrangements announced


    07 July 2010
    Traffic arrangements for the 2010 British Grand Prix on 9, 10 and 11 July at Silverstone have been announced and are available to view at the link below.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • glentest2


    06 July 2010
    whatever
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Wellingborough's party weekend


    05 July 2010
    Wellingborough Council's spectacular party weekend took place on 3-4 July 2010. Watch videos from the carnival and Party in the Park here.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Web Server maintenance to take place


    05 July 2010
    Essential Web Server maintenance to the http://www.southnorthants.gov.uk/ public website will be carried out on Wednesday 7 July from 4am to 7am for approximately three hours.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Cherwell District Council and South Northamptonshire Council to consider benefits of working together


    02 July 2010
    Cherwell District Council's Executive Committee and South Northamptonshire Council's Cabinet will both be meeting on Monday 12 July to consider a recommendation to work together to understand the financial benefits of sharing a senior management team.
    South Northamptonshire Council
  • Daventry District Sports Awards


    01 July 2010
    It's that time of year again where we are looking for nominations for the Daventry District Sports Awards. As with previous years, winners from the Daventry event will be nominated for the Northamptonshire Sports Awards. Last year 2 of our winners went on to win at county level also.If you are involved with schools or colleges we would like your nominations for Sports School of the Year, Young Leader of the Year, Team of the Year, Disabled Sportsperson and Junior Sportsman/woman.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Burton Latimer Town Council - Latimer Ward By Election


    24 June 2010
    The results of the Burton Latimer Town Council Latimer Ward By Election are now available
    Kettering Borough Council
  • It's Recycle Week!


    18 June 2010
    Love your electricals, and set them free, this Recycle Week...
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Notice of Poll - Burton Latimer


    15 June 2010
    The Notice of Poll for the election of a Councillor for Burton Latimer Town Council Latimer Ward<br />
    Kettering Borough Council

  • 15 June 2010
    At the recent Annual General Meeting of the East Haddon Parish Council, in May 2010, the offices of Chairman and Vice-Chair were voted on. These officers were re-elected into those positions, unanimou
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Coming up in week 3 of the Northamptonshire Festival of Wellbeing


    11 June 2010
    THE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Festival of Wellbeing starts its third week on Monday June 14 with a programme that includes fitness activities in Corby, the Health Event 2010 at Alliston Gardens Youth and
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Festival of food to tickle your taste buds


    11 June 2010
    ANOTHER new event takes place this Sunday (JUN13) as part of the Northamptonshire Festival of Wellbeing. The Food4Health Festival will be taking place at Smith's Farm Shop on Brampton Lane in Chapel
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • By young people, for young people: Youth and Wellness event


    11 June 2010
    A NEW event for the Northamptonshire Festival of Wellbeing takes place this Saturday at the Northampton Academy on Wellingborough Road, Weston Favell. Aimed specifically at young people, the
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Do you know the score when you order a takeaway?


    09 June 2010
    With the World Cup due to kick off this Saturday millions of England fans are expected to settle down in front of a big screen TV with their favourite takeaway or pub grub.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Thursday 10 June 2010 - Road Closures


    08 June 2010
    Due to the Halfords Tour Series taking place in Kettering on 10 June 2010 there will be road closures starting from 8am through to midnight.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Don't be a barbecue baddy this Food Safety Week 7-13 June


    07 June 2010
    The Environmental Health team from East Northamptonshire Council will be out and about during Food Safety Week to promote safe cooking on the barbecue this summer.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Town centre open for business as usual


    07 June 2010
    Shops along Sheep Street, Silver Street, HIgh Street, and throughout the town centre are all open as usual during the improvement works.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Wellingborough Council Promotes Food Safety Week


    07 June 2010
    To mark the start of Food Safety Week the Council is out and about reminding people about the importance of good food hygiene in the home.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Happy Birthday, CATSS!


    07 June 2010
    CATSS, Northamptonshire Healthcare's crisis and telephone support service is one year old on February 2. Launched in 2009, CATSS provides support for people living in the community who use mental
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • 30 MPH SIGNS


    04 June 2010
    NCC is currently on the process of raising a traffic regulation order to have the 30mph signs moved on both Red House Lane and Walgrave Road.&nbsp; The one on Red House Lane will be moved to the villa
    Hannington Parish Council
  • Redesigning mental health services in Northamptonshire


    04 June 2010
    NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is holding an information sharing and discussion morning on Tuesday June 8 to discuss a new draft model for adult mental health services in the
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Northamptonshire celebrates health and wellbeing


    04 June 2010
    FROM Irish dancing to African drumming, Live band to yoga demonstrations – it's all happening this Sunday as Northamptonshire celebrates health and wellbeing. The launch of the Northamptonshire
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Ballet Master Classes


    03 June 2010
    Change to advertised date The Ballet Master Classes as advertised in the June WOW have had to be altered due to injury - they will now take place on Sunday 13th June.  Please contact Sonia Barrett for details.Professional Master Ballet classes inWoodford Halse commence 13th June 2010.The Woodford Halse School of Stage Dancing has providedmany students' over the years with the opportunityto take professional masterclasses with some of world'sbest dancers.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Wellingborough Carnival Youth Troupe


    03 June 2010
    A fantastic opportunity for young people aged 13 to 19 years to make amazing and wacky costumes for Wellingborough's Carnival Parade on Saturday, 3rd July 2010.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • MR ANDREW GREATREX


    03 June 2010
    Following the decision of the above named to stand down as Parish Councillor; the Parish Council would like to express its thanks for the valuable contribution made by Mr A Greatrex to the Parish Coun
    Hannington Parish Council
  • ALLOTMENTS


    02 June 2010
    There is ONE allotment plot still available. It has been cleared and ploughed, ready for use.&nbsp; If anyone is interested could they please contact John Middleton.
    Hannington Parish Council
  • School gardening club gets planting


    01 June 2010
    Pupils at Newton Road School are learning the joys of planting thanks to the School Cluster and East Northamptonshire Council.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Hayden FLAG announces summer events


    01 June 2010
    A new community group which has developed from the Area Based Initiative in the Hayden Ward of Rushden is looking forward to hosting a summer of fun-filled family events.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • VOLUNTEERS


    01 June 2010
    The Parish Council will shortly be arranging for the flower troughs to be replanted.&nbsp; The PC is looking for volunteers to water the one on Red House Lane and on Walgrave Road an additional volunt
    Hannington Parish Council
  • Taking to the stage for wellbeing


    01 June 2010
    LOCAL performers will be taking to the stage at the Masque Theatre in Barton Seagrave, near Kettering, on June 2 in an evening of free family entertainment as part of the 2010 Northamptonshire
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Wellingborough splash park


    28 May 2010
    The splash park at the Embankment, Wellingborough, is now open every day until 5 September.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Funding opportunity for rural businesses


    27 May 2010
    As part of the LEADER programme the North Northamptonshire Rural Action Partnership (NNRAP) are working with The Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) to support rural business development.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Business Link Workshops


    27 May 2010
    Business Link have now published their latest schedule of workshops available between May and July 2010.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • New Chairman for East Northamptonshire Council


    25 May 2010
    Councillor Sue Homer has been elected as the new Chairman of East Northamptonshire Council at the recent Annual Meeting of the Council for the Civic Year 2010/11.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • You’re Ghana want to win this World Cup warm-up competition


    23 May 2010
    Some of the stars of this summer&#8217;s World Cup are going to Milton Keynes on Saturday, June 5 and Herald & Post have teamed up with MK Dons to give you the chance to see them in action.
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Gold Street Medical Centre information update


    21 May 2010
    Due to a serious fire on Saturday 15 May, the three practices of Gold Street Medical Centre will continue to provide routine and emergency appointments at their temporary locations from 24 May.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • New Manor Park Leisure Centre gets the green light


    20 May 2010
    The planning application for the new Manor Park Leisure Centre was approved by East Northamptonshire Council last night at a meeting of the Council's Development Control Committee.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Villages welcome flood control funding


    20 May 2010
    Two villages which have regularly suffered the effects of flooding will receive the funding they need to tackle future torrents.
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Attention Horse Owners


    20 May 2010
    Urgent massage to all horse owners across the entire beat;A horse in Staverton has been reported to have a marking on its neck..... A black cross in waterproof paint or something similar, this is a marking from a traveller community, also a marking would be a plait in the mane, it occurs with a certain bread of horse predominate black and white horses or ponies, this would indicate a theft of that horse if these markings are put there and not seen by the owners, it identifies the horse that the travellers want.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Wellingborough Council to remove 'unsightly' signs


    20 May 2010
    A five year battle over breach of planning rules will come to an end next week when Wellingborough Council will be able to legally remove two signs from Delight Kebab on Silver Street.
    Borough Council of Wellingborough
  • Northants Police - May 2010


    18 May 2010
    Northamptonshire Police is getting results.Our police officers respond to a great variety of incidents across the whole of Northamptonshire and you can be confident that we are successfully tackling crime and anti-social behaviour locally in your community.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Autumn Ball Auction - Daniel Worrall Memorial Trust


    18 May 2010
    Autumn Ball/Auction23rd October 2010 Ladies and Gentleman do you want to get dressed up in your ball gowns and dinner jackets, relax in style while helping to raise funds for a local charity?If you do then read on as we have a fun filled evening just for you.The Daniel Worrall Memorial Trust cordially invite you to join them at Hellidon Lakes Hotel &amp; Golf Club Dancing to a live band18.45 Welcome and pre dinner drinks19.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Cory crew scoops award for excellence


    13 May 2010
    Cory Environmental has won the Collection Crew of the Year award
    East Northamptonshire Council
  • Are you a Council tenant? New Housing Repairs Service


    10 May 2010
    We are pleased to announce the launch of our new housing repairs service on Monday 10th May 2010.
    Kettering Borough Council

  • 08 May 2010
    The next meeting of the East Haddon Parish Council is at the Village Hall on Thursday 13th May 2010, starting at 7pm prompt. This is the Annual Parish Meeting, and also the Annual General Meeting -&
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • General Election Results


    07 May 2010
    The results for the General Election are now available.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Time for children under 12 to get their crayons out


    06 May 2010
    Kettering Borough Councils latest campaign for benefit take up is here
    Kettering Borough Council
  • UPDATE - AFFORDABLE HOUSING WALGRAVE ROAD


    06 May 2010
    We have been advised by Daventry District Council that due to on going discussions between the applicant&rsquo;s ecological advisor and Natural England to establish the impact of the development upon
    Hannington Parish Council
  • Polling Stations


    05 May 2010
    Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm on election day.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • BROWN BINS - DDC REMINDER


    05 May 2010
    Householders in Daventry District are being urged to ensure that they don&rsquo;t contaminate their brown bins with other household waste. An increasing number of brown bins that have been collected b
    Hannington Parish Council
  • Newspaper Delivery Application Form


    04 May 2010
    ARE you over 13 years old and fancy earning some extra cash? Why not help us deliver our newspapers?Please provide us with the following information and we will log your details.
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • How to find Daventry Town Council Museum


    26 April 2010
    How to find Daventry Town Council Museum
    Daventry Town Council
  • Book of Condolence Opened for Victims of Plane Crash


    16 April 2010
    A Book of Condolence is available at the Municipal Offices, Kettering for those who wish to leave personal messages of sympathy for those who lost their lives in the Polish air disaster.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • General Election


    14 April 2010
    Poll cards for the forthcoming General Election to be held on 6th May 2010 will be delivered to electors in the Kettering Borough area over the next few days.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Notice of Election


    13 April 2010
    In respect of the Parliamentary Election for the Kettering constituency.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Budget Announcement - Increase in Level of Small Business Rate Relief


    12 April 2010
    Budget Announcement - Increase in Level of Small Business Rate Relief <br />
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Cannabis factory found


    26 March 2010
    AROUND 100 plants were found when police rumbled a cannabis factory in Northampton on Wednesday. Officers discovered the 'substanstial' factory in Stanhope Road, Kingsthorpe.
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Trust's new registration announced by the Care Quality Commission


    26 March 2010
    NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Healthcare NHS Foundation is one of 211 trusts whose registration under a new system for monitoring standards has been announced this week by the Care Quality Commission
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Focusing on patient safety


    26 March 2010
    NORTHAMPTONSHIRE Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust continues to be in the top 25 per cent of NHS organisations for reporting patient safety incidents, according to a new report published this week. The
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Official opening for Corby centre


    26 March 2010
    THERE was a full house at the Stuart Road Resource Centre in Corby on Monday when the Mayor, Councillor Mary Butcher, joined staff, local service users, carers, FT members and governors and
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Local resident supports regional NHS hand in hand campaign


    26 March 2010
    LOUISE BOYCE, a Domestic Assistant with Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is one of the faces promoting the third regional NHS infection control campaign. NHS East Midlands, the
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Change of Venue


    22 March 2010
    Please note that due to double booking of the East Haddon Village Hall on 24rd March 2010, the venue for the Planning Meeting of the East Haddon Parish Council on this date has had to be moved. At th
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Spring Clean!


    20 March 2010
    During the latest Parish Council meeting at the Village Hall, a subject - mentioned in the 'Village Plan' survey - was discussed. In the survey, people suggested that there could be an annual clean u
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Speedwatch


    20 March 2010
    East Haddon has been included in the new Speedwatch Campaign within the County. The first action in this campaign locally, will be the erection of temporary Speed signs at various locations in this v
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Road damage.


    20 March 2010
    This winter has been the worst for the last 30 years, and the road surfaces have suffered as a result. If you see any damage to the road surface or roadside furniture in the Parish, please report the
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Parking Issues


    20 March 2010
    East Haddon Parish Council are still receiving complaints regarding parking issues within the village. Parishioners and visitors are AGAIN&nbsp;requested to show some consideration for pedestrians an
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Changes to Concessionary Bus Travel In Northamptonshire


    16 March 2010
    The government has announced changes to the national free concessionary travel scheme, which will come into force on April 6th 2010, which will affect residents reaching their 60th birthday.
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Have you registered to vote?


    12 March 2010
    The day of the General Election is approaching fast. Are you registered to vote?
    Kettering Borough Council
  • Diamonds eye play-off glory


    12 March 2010
    RUSHDEN face 11 cup finals as they look to cement their place in the Conference play-offs, starting this weekend against Gateshead ...
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Injury concerns for Sammo ahead of Darlo visit


    11 March 2010
    Northampton Town have been dealt a massive injury blow ahead of Saturday’s game at home to Darlington, with three of the squad picking up injuries midweek...
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • MP’s anger at no-show for helmet talks


    11 March 2010
    A GOVERNMENT minister has been slammed by Wellingborough & Rushden MP Peter Bone for backing out of a meeting to discuss child safety at the last minute...
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Last year's loss is forgotten, says Mallinder


    11 March 2010
    Jim Mallinder insists that last year’s Anglo-Welsh Cup final four defeat to Cardiff Blues has not been on the minds of the Northampton Saints team ahead of Sunday’s semi at home to Saracens...
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Ebdon up against former conquerer Dott


    11 March 2010
    Peter Ebdon will face Graeme Dott in a re-run of the 2006 final in the opening round of this year's Betfred.com World Snooker Championship...
    Northampton Herald & Post
  • Parish Council Meeting


    08 March 2010
    The next Parish Council Meeting will be on Thursday 11th March 2010, and will be held in the Village Hall, East Haddon, starting at 7.30pm The agenda for the meeting can be located in the &quot;Meeti
    East Haddon Parish Council
  • Website closure


    02 March 2010
    After seven years&#8217; service to the local community, Brixworth Online will be closing soon. If you&#8217;re looking for the latest Parish Council minutes, you can find them on Brixworth Parish Council&#8217;s new website. Thank you for visiting.
    Brixworth Online
  • Parish Council minutes released


    02 March 2010
    The minutes of the Parish Council meeting on 26 January 2010 are now available to download from our minutes download page.
    Brixworth Online
  • It's time to talk and do "just one thing"


    25 February 2010
    That's the theme for this year's Eating Disorders Awareness Week starting today, Monday 22 February 2010. “It's time to talk about it” and do “just one thing” is focusing on making a difference and
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Stay safe and protect yourself from unplanned pregnancies


    25 February 2010
    CONTRACEPTIVE AWARENESS WEEK starts today and runs until February 14, Valentine's Day. This year's theme is looking at unplanned pregnancies in the over 35s. Fertility in women over the age of 35
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Michelle Grimwood lands role as Public Appointments Ambassador


    25 February 2010
    LOCAL resident, Michelle Grimwood, non-executive director of Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, has landed a role as a Public Appointments Ambassador in a new Government programme led
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • join a winning team


    18 February 2010
    Come and join a winning team!1st Woodford Halse Scout Group are one of the biggest and busiest Scout Groups in the Daventry District and are on the lookout for new volunteers to help us give the children the best scouting experience possible!Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers meet each week during the evening for fun filled activities. Although we are always on the lookout for helpers at meetings on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights, we are really keen at the moment to invite those of you that can help with the odd event, like an angling match, cooking competition or art exhibition.
    Woodford Halse Village
  • Generate your own energy


    27 January 2010
    Generate Your Own Energy &#8211; Exhibition and drop in event: Brixworth library, Saturday 6th Feb 2010, 9am-1pm.
    Brixworth Online
  • Daventry Calling


    26 January 2010
    Daventry Town Council Museum is taking part in the BBC a History of the World project
    Daventry Town Council
  • Meet your Governor


    26 January 2010
    THE first governor's surgery in 2010 for foundation trust members takes place on Tuesday 26 January in Daventry. The surgery will give members of Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust an
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Vacancy on Drayton Ward


    22 January 2010
    Vacancy on Drayton Ward, Daventry Town Council
    Daventry Town Council
  • Allotment charges


    22 January 2010
    Allotment charges from Daventry Town Council
    Daventry Town Council
  • Northamptonshire Cultural Olympiad 2011


    22 January 2010
    Daventry Town Council Museum, Northamptonshire Cultural Olympiad 2011
    Daventry Town Council
  • Watch that sexual health hangover!


    23 December 2009
    PARTYGOERS are being reminded to look after their sexual health this Christmas and New Year. Northamptonshire Healthcare wants everyone in the county to make sure they have safe sex during the party
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Department named one of the top NHS finance teams


    16 December 2009
    THE finance team at Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has been named one of the top teams in the country by leading healthcare financial management organisation, the Healthcare
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • 10 things everyone should know about HIV in Northamptonshire


    01 December 2009
    DECEMBER 1 is World AIDS Day. To mark the day, HIV specialists in Northamptonshire are keen to remind people of some of the most important facts about HIV/AIDS and HIV services in the county.
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Contraception: worth talking about


    01 December 2009
    HEALTH services in Northamptonshire are supporting a new national campaign to help young people make informed choices about contraception, look after their sexual health and avoid unwanted
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Assaults against staff continue to fall


    01 December 2009
    THE NUMBER of physical assaults against Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust staff by patients and the public has fallen for the fourth year running. A new report from the NHS Security
    Northamptonshire Healthcare Trust
  • Santa's Grotto


    27 November 2009
    Santa's Grotto, Daventry Town Council, Daventry, Northamptonshire, 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • Vacancy on Abbey South Ward


    27 November 2009
    Vacancy on Abbey South Ward, Daventry Town Council, November 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • New premises for Daventry Town Council


    01 November 2009
    New premises for Daventry Town Council
    Daventry Town Council
  • Brixworth Carnival Procession


    27 October 2009
    I am taking bookings for the Carnival Procession already and have 10 entries so far. If you would like to help at the event or before hand, we would very much like to see you at the next meeting on Wednesday 25th November 7.30pm at the Olive Branch Coffee Shop. Mike Nice
    Brixworth Online
  • Plans for former outdoor pool site?


    13 October 2009
    Daventry Town Council, outdoor swimming pool
    Daventry Town Council
  • Brixworth Carnival 2010


    10 September 2009
    Following the success of our last carnival in 2000, there are plans afoot to hold another one on 3 July 2010. The theme is Brixworth, Past Present and Future. There will be a Carnival King and Queen, together with Princes and Princesses. All village organisations will be invited to take part and there are plans to invite [...]
    Brixworth Online
  • New notice boards at town allotments


    01 September 2009
    New notice boards at town allotments
    Daventry Town Council
  • Parish Councillor vacancy


    29 August 2009
    Brixworth Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Councillor. The Parish Council has now received notification from the Returning Officer at Daventry District Council that the vacancy for a Parish Councillor may be filled by co-option. Anyone interested in being co-opted should apply in writing to the Council. Closing date 20 September 2009. Mrs. J. Macken Clerk to the [...]
    Brixworth Online
  • Confirmation of Byelaw


    29 August 2009
    Public Notice Notice is hereby given that Brixworth Parish Council intends after the expiry of the period mentioned below to apply to the Secretary of State for confirmation of byelaws made by the Council for St David’s Recreation Ground, Spratton Road Recreation Ground and the Ashway Playing Field. Copies of the byelaws are available from the Clerk [...]
    Brixworth Online
  • Talk of the Town - August 2009


    04 August 2009
    Talk of the Town - August 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • Public Transport


    03 August 2009
    Public Transport Holcot is served by Stagecoach/United Counties on the Northampton to Kettering service number 39 with regular services in each direction. Timetables are available from the sub-Post Office in Walgrave or (01604) 620077. There is a free service every Thursday to Tesco at Weston Favell from the Moulton Road Bus Stop at 10:45am returning at 1:00pm. Brixworth [...]
    Holcot Village
  • Neighbourhood Watch


    03 August 2009
      Crime is an unfortunate part of village life. Neighbourhood Watch is all about reducing crime and reducing oportunities for criminals. Holcot has a successful Watch, which works due to the cooperation existing between the residents, Watch and the Police. Most crime is carried out by opportunist criminals. Even taking basic security precautions and removing the opportunities [...]
    Holcot Village

  • 03 August 2009

    Holcot Village
  • Interesting Places and Walks


    02 August 2009
    Interesting Places and Walks We are very fortunate to have access to the Southern Section of the Pitsford Reservoir providing a cycle and walking track which is highly recommended. The adjacent field off the southern bank makes an attractive alternative and links to the Reservoir path at two points to make circular routes. On all footpaths, the [...]
    Holcot Village
  • The Parish Church of St. Mary and All Saints


    02 August 2009
    The Parish Church of St. Mary and All Saints   Services held every Sunday and Feastdays &#8211; for details see Church porch notice board or contact a Churchwarden.  Contact: Rev. Anthony J Watkins (Rector) New Vicarage, Station Rd., Brixworth, Northampton. Telephone: (01604) 880286   Contact: Lesley Pomeroy (Churchwarden) Barnwood, Poplars Lane. Telephone: (01604) 781246   Contact: James Bonsor (Churchwarden) The Granary, Poplars Lane. Telephone: (01604) 781611 Children&#8217;s (age 4-11) Sunday Club Church School Room Last Sunday each month &#8211; 9:00am [...]
    Holcot Village
  • Clubs and Organisations


    02 August 2009
    Clubs and Organisations Name When and Where Contact Village Hall Management Commitee    Meet as requred in the Village Hall. Constituted under the Charities Act of 1960 with a committee of 5 elected members and members representing village organisations. Alan Hughes Chairman  (01604) 645358    Women&#8217;s Institute    Meets 2nd Thursday monthly(except August) at 7:45pm, in either the Village Hall or Church Room Rosemary Cobbald    (01604) 781721 or [...]
    Holcot Village
  • Function and Meeting Venues


    02 August 2009
    Function and Meeting Venues Holcot Village Hall, Back Lane Well equipped for all functions, particularly weddings, parties and dances. Good stage, kitchen and toilets. Accommodates up to 120 people. Contact: Rachael Clipston 11 Glebe Close Telephone:  (01604) 781451    Holcot Church School Room, Main Street Recently renevated Old School Room. Excellent facilities for small meetings of up to 24 people. Comfortable surroundings with a display of [...]
    Holcot Village
  • The state of the main roundabout into Brixworth


    01 July 2009
    Hello, What does it say about how we value our village, when the first thing you see is a dirty and weed-infested roundabout? Do you think that visitors and residents alike should be welcomed into the village by this? It send a message that we don&#8217;t care. I know the Lions tidied it once and put lots [...]
    Brixworth Online
  • Report on Waterspace Consultation


    21 June 2009
    Report of Waterspace Consultation in Daventry
    Daventry Town Council
  • Accounts Clerk at Paladon


    18 June 2009
    Paladon has a temporary vacancy due to maternity leave for an Accounts Clerk. Starting from 15 July 2009 for approximately one year, based at our Brixworth facility. The applicant should have experience of all elements of accounts work; sales, purchases, cash book and nominal ledger. They must be Excel competent and used to dealing with multi-currencies [...]
    Brixworth Online
  • Talk of the Town - June 2009


    09 June 2009
    Talk of the Town - June 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • Holcot Village Website


    07 June 2009
    Welcome to the new website for the village of Holcot, Northamptonshire.  If you would like to add anything to the website, please email:   rach@holcotvillage.co.uk.
    Holcot Village
  • Mawsley Village Fun Day


    28 May 2009
    Saturday 4 July 2009 The Playing Fields, Mawsley Village The fun starts at 13.00! Dog show Falconry display It&#8217;s a Knockout Magician Bouncy Castle Bar Rodeo bull Fun stalls Wellie wanging Ice cream van Live music Market stalls Cake stall Air display team BBQ Fire engine and lots more! Fun for all the family! Adults £1 Children free Followed by the Talent Show from 19.00 www.mawsleyvillage.co.uk
    Brixworth Online
  • Talk of the Town - May 2009


    18 May 2009
    Talk of the Town - May 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • How to contact us


    05 May 2009
    How to contact BBC News Interactive East.
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • Press release: Proposed PRT Transportation System in Daventry


    30 April 2009
    Press release: Proposed PRT Transportation System in Daventry
    Daventry Town Council
  • Report from the PRT Working Group (April 09)


    28 April 2009
    Report from the PRT Working Group
    Daventry Town Council
  • Talk of the Town - April 2009


    16 April 2009
    Talk of the Town - April 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • Talk of the Town - March 2009


    12 March 2009
    Talk of the Town March 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • Meet your Town Councillors


    11 March 2009
    Meet your Town Councillors
    Daventry Town Council
  • Talk of the Town - February 2009


    12 February 2009
    Talk of the Town - February 2009
    Daventry Town Council
  • More news sites


    18 October 2004
    Links to other local news sites in Northamptonshire
    BBC Northamptonshire
  • A brighter future for black bag rubbish with Project Reduce


    Daventry District Council is supporting a county-wide scheme to reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfill.
    Daventry District Council
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