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An exciting project is set to begin to extend the gym at Danes Camp Leisure Centre.

A CCTV camera at Wathen Wigg Bridge in Northampton is set to be reinstated to enhance safety in the area following a review by the West Northamptonshire Community Safety Partnership (CSP).

Schools, families, and partners across West Northamptonshire are being updated following the completion of a public consultation on the use of smartphones in schools, the findings of which will be considered by Cabinet next month. The consultation attracted significant engagement from pupils, parent...

Parents, carers, young people, professionals and community members are invited to be part of community conversations, that will lead to the community coproducing the new SEND and Inclusion Strategy for West Northamptonshire.

Foster carers across West Northamptonshire are being recognised for the life‑changing difference they make as part of Foster Care Fortnight, running from 11 to 22 May.

The Central Library in Northampton is set to become home to a new Best Start Family Hub. The plans signal the next phase of West Northamptonshire Council’s ambition to give children the best possible start in life by bringing key services together under one roof. Best Start Family Hubs are available...

Libraries in West Northamptonshire are helping to bridge the digital divide in local communities by gifting free SIM cards to residents who are unable to access the internet.

A new five-year strategy to tackle domestic abuse and sexual violence across Northamptonshire is set to progress following approval at West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) Cabinet meeting this week (5 May), reaffirming the Council’s commitment to making the area safer for all residents.

Bus operator Arriva has announced revisions to some of its bus services in Milton Keynes and Luton from later this month.

The railway operator Lumo has announced it will begin running trains via Milton Keynes later this month on a route between London and Scotland.

Cranfield University has announced plans to merge with Kings College London, with the aim to merge the two universities in time for the 2027/28 academic year.

Milton Keynes City Council has received a positive judgement in its first ever inspection under the Government’s new social housing regulator.

Former MK Dons manager Liam Manning is to leave Huddersfield Town with immediate effect.

The Milton Keynes-based charity Willen Hospice has announced plans to extend its lease on a shop in Buckingham and push ahead with a revamp.

New wards designed to support older patients and improve their care have opened at Milton Keynes University Hospital.

Luton Town have confirmed the departure of first team players as they published their retained list.

The head of the CIA has made a historic visit to Havana for talks with senior officials as the country is gripped by blackouts caused a US oil blockade.

Protests have broken out in Havana as Cuba deals with it's worst rolling blackouts in decades.

A "most wanted" British man who imported large amounts of cocaine into the UK has been arrested in Spain.

Over 100 people have been killed in a violent storm in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state.

This year's World Cup could see hazardous heat and humidity for players and fans at around a quarter of games, academics warned.

The UK's Eurovision entrant says it's been "a lot of work" to get ready for the contest, promising a "mega synthesiser" for the occasion.

OpenAI boss Sam Altman has insisted he is an "honest and trustworthy businessperson", as he rejected Elon Musk's claim he moved to "steal" the company and turn it from a charity into a capitalist venture.

Over 100 people have been killed in a violent storm in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state.

Police in Brighton believe they have identified three women whose bodies were discovered in the sea near Brighton yesterday morning.

The UK economy unexpectedly grew during first month of the Iran war, new official figures reveal.

Close contacts of people linked to a deadly meningitis outbreak in Reading are being offered antibiotics as a precaution.

The old saying "prevention is better than cure" couldn't be more apt when it comes to huge illegal waste dumps – because, quite frankly, finding a cure is proving near impossible. 

The Post Office awarded a £2.4m contract to a crisis PR company as it fights legal claims by victims of the Horizon IT scandal.

Zack Polanski has admitted that he did not vote in last week's local elections - as he was not registered.

More than 70 million warnings were sent to people searching for child sexual abuse material (CSAM) online in the last two years, according to new data.

A condition that affects more than three million women and girls in the UK has been given a new name to reduce the chances of missed diagnoses and inadequate treatment.

People on weight loss jabs could maintain their progress by shifting to a daily pill after finishing treatment, a study suggests.

OpenAI boss Sam Altman has insisted he is an "honest and trustworthy businessperson", as he rejected Elon Musk's claim he moved to "steal" the company and turn it from a charity into a capitalist venture.

The competition regulator has launched an investigation into Microsoft over software used by hundreds of thousands of UK businesses and public sector organisations.

Defending champion Scottie Scheffler grabbed a share of the early lead at the PGA Championship, as Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau made nightmare starts at Aronimink Golf Club

Charley Hull overcame concerns about her game to get within two strokes of the early lead at the LPGA Tour’s Kroger Queen City Championship in Ohio.

Three-time Olympic champion Max Whitlock says he's "massively fired up" and did not need to persuade his family to come out of retirement.

The old saying "prevention is better than cure" couldn't be more apt when it comes to huge illegal waste dumps – because, quite frankly, finding a cure is proving near impossible. 

Close contacts of people linked to a deadly meningitis outbreak in Reading are being offered antibiotics as a precaution.

"I am pleased to report that I have delivered against the ambitious targets you set for me when I became your secretary of state for health and social care."

The Post Office awarded a £2.4m contract to a crisis PR company as it fights legal claims by victims of the Horizon IT scandal.

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"I am pleased to report that I have delivered against the ambitious targets you set for me when I became your secretary of state for health and social care."

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage bought a £1.4m property in cash shortly after receiving a £5m personal gift from billionaire donor Christopher Harborne, according to property records seen by Sky News.

Zack Polanski has admitted that he did not vote in last week's local elections - as he was not registered.

Police say a driver made an "own goal" by dangerously driving with an unsecured football net on top of their car.

A robot has become so good at playing table tennis that at times it defeated elite human players, in what has been hailed as "a longstanding milestone for AI".

Monkeys in Gibraltar have learned to eat soil to settle their stomachs from all the junk food they consume, research suggests.

Three people have been jailed for insurance fraud after claiming their cars were damaged by a bear - only for the assailant to be somebody dressed in a bear costume. 

A cruise passenger who was overserved alcohol and suffered a possible traumatic brain injury after falling down some stairs has been awarded £220,000 in damages.

American rappers Nicki Minaj and Azealia Banks have thrown their weight behind Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch.

An addiction counsellor who delivered the ketamine doses to Matthew Perry that killed the Friends star has been sentenced to two years in prison.

Israel's entry has qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final.

The prisoner who killed Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins has said that he only feels guilt towards the paedophile's victims.

The UK's Eurovision entrant says it's been "a lot of work" to get ready for the contest, promising a "mega synthesiser" for the occasion.

The UK economy unexpectedly grew during first month of the Iran war, new official figures reveal.

The Post Office awarded a £2.4m contract to a crisis PR company as it fights legal claims by victims of the Horizon IT scandal.

The competition regulator has launched an investigation into Microsoft over software used by hundreds of thousands of UK businesses and public sector organisations.

China has urged Britain to "make decisions prudently" over ‌plans to nationalise British Steel and warned that it would protect Chinese businesses.

Northamptonshire County Cricket Club has announced the first stadium naming rights partnership in its 148-year history, with the home of the Steelbacks set to become the cinch County Ground.

Families facing financial hardship across Milton Keynes, Northampton and surrounding areas have received a major boost this Christmas thanks to the success of the Pallets of Hope campaign, led by Franklins Solicitors.

Crime historian and author from Olney has been shortlisted for two categories in the True Crime Awards.

Efficient contract management processes are crucial to ensuring a company’s growth and competitiveness. 

Time is running out to enter your team for a chance to take home the inaugural Northampton Dragon Boat Festival trophy!