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This September, residents in West Northamptonshire are invited to take part in the annual September is Preparedness Month campaign, delivered through the national 30 Days 30 Ways UK initiative.

A new partnership between FCC Environment, West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and Baby Basics Northampton is set to make it easier for residents to donate essential items to families in need, while reducing waste across West Northamptonshire.

Residents and visitors are invited to explore the stories, places and people that have shaped West Northamptonshire as Heritage Open Days returns from 11 to 20 September 2026.

26 August 2026

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) will take part in the national Women’s Rough Sleeping Census for the first time this year, helping to build a clearer understanding of women’s experiences of homelessness and shape specialist support across the area.

Both the Leader and Chief Executive of West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) have joined local authority leaders, government ministers and regional stakeholders this week to discuss the significant opportunities that the proposed Universal UK Resort will bring to this region.

A community scheme offering unsung heroes support from local leisure facilities in West Northamptonshire has announced its two successful applicants.

A Year 4 pupil from Bridgewater Primary School has been announced as the winner of West Northamptonshire Council's 'My Great Electric Bus Day Out' artwork competition, with their winning design helping to celebrate the launch of Northampton's new electric buses.

MK Dons picked up a point as they held Leicester City to a goalless draw at Stadium MK.

Milton Keynes City Council has announced support for plans to strengthen its garage portfolio, invest in retained sites, cut long-term costs, generate funds from selected sales, and transform surplus land into upgraded facilities.

Luton Town are out of the Carabao Cup following a 2-0 defeat by Premier League giants Chelsea.

F1 superstar Max Verstappen is to race against 100 drivers in go-karts in a special event at Silverstone next month.

Milton Keynes City Council are set to appoint contractors to demolish the Brunel Centre and former Wilko building in Central Bletchley as part of a redevelopment programme.

The organisers of IF: Milton Keynes International Festival have confirmed plans for dates for its 2027 edition, which will now be one week earlier than previous planned.

Former MK Dons star Troy Parrott has made a big money move from AZ Alkmaar to Real Betis.

Starbucks will be opening a branch at the MK Dons stadium in Milton Keynes.

Randa welcomes us into her home with a smile that is laced with desperate sadness. Once she lived in a large house - a reflection of her success as an entrepreneur.

Donald Trump has said the US has entered into an agreement with Venezuela to take control of a fifth of the country's oil reserves.

One migrant has died and 72 others have been rescued from a small boat trying to reach the UK from France.

Israeli settlers have attacked homes surrounding the occupied West Bank village of Qusra.

Icelanders are heading to the polls on Saturday to vote on whether their country should resume talks to join the European Union, years after discussions stalled.

The numbers are moving in the wrong direction. 

A man has died and at least six people have been injured at a Christian festival in West Sussex.

A British man has become the first person in the world to have a brain tumour removed via AI-assisted surgery.

King Harald of Norway has died aged 89, after more than three decades on the throne.

The US central bank "will have work to do" unless inflationary pressures recede, according to its Trump-appointed chair who was under pressure to signal if interest rates would rise in response.

A vessel is "in distress" in the English Channel, according to the coastguard.

British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos has been deported back to the UK after being detained by US immigration officials, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed.

British boxer Moses Itauma has suffered a shock defeat to Filip Hrgovic in their world heavyweight title fight in London.

Sir James Cleverly is stepping down from the shadow cabinet to stand for London mayor.

A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body at a park in Liverpool.

More than 100 companies have written an open letter calling for collective action to strengthen cyber defences amid a rise in AI-enabled cyber attacks.

A major government-backed operation has cleared more than 22,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste from a site in Oxfordshire, the Environment Agency (EA) has said.

A British man has become the first person in the world to have a brain tumour removed via AI-assisted surgery.

The world's most valuable company has again defied eye-watering forecasts, delivering a bumper set of financial results.

Meta has agreed to pay up to $18bn (£13.2bn) to dozens of US states to settle claims that its social media platforms harmed children.

Chantelle Cameron has called for a three-minute-round rematch against Mikaela Mayer after beating the American by unanimous decision to become the unified WBA, WBC and WBO super-welterweight champion at MVPW-06 in Birmingham.

Caroline Dubois cruised past a tough Amelia Moore before trading insults with Alycia Baumgardner at ringside ahead of a potential blockbuster super-fight against the American. 

Randa welcomes us into her home with a smile that is laced with desperate sadness. Once she lived in a large house - a reflection of her success as an entrepreneur.

British boxer Moses Itauma has suffered a shock defeat to Filip Hrgovic in their world heavyweight title fight in London.

British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos has been deported back to the UK after being detained by US immigration officials, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed.

A vessel is "in distress" in the English Channel, according to the coastguard.

Sir James Cleverly is stepping down from the shadow cabinet to stand for London mayor.

Sir James Cleverly is stepping down from the shadow cabinet to stand for London mayor.

One in two Britons backs a ban on trade with Israeli West Bank settlements, polling suggests.

The numbers are moving in the wrong direction. 

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A guide for asylum seekers published by the Home Office has told them not to rape or sexually harass people, including partners and children.

Man's best friend knows how you feel, as scientists have found that dogs can distinguish between emotions in people's faces.

AI videos of fruit and vegetable characters unleashing gory violence are spreading extremist ideas and helping normalise graphic violence, researchers claim.

A flight in Canada has been cancelled after a child refused to sit down and fasten their seatbelt.

Two drivers of Mercedes-AMG cars have filed a class action lawsuit against the luxury car company after they allegedly suffered burn injuries from the AMG logo on their driver's seat.

A boxer from the tiny Pacific island of Tuvalu has won her country's first Commonwealth Games medal without winning a fight.

The Sussexes' return to the UK has been linked to a possible resumption of Meghan's acting career - but senior TV executives have told Sky News "there's no chance" that is the reason.

Peter Cullen, who voiced characters in Winnie the Pooh and Transformers, has died aged 85, his agent and family have confirmed.

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, known for her polka dot art, has died aged 97.

Dame Jenni Murray died days after she was involved in a car crash which happened when she was dazzled by headlights, an inquest was told.

Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80.

Allianz, the German insurance behemoth, is considering a £5bn takeover swoop for the AA, the breakdown recovery group which ranks among Britain’s biggest membership organisations.

The US central bank "will have work to do" unless inflationary pressures recede, according to its Trump-appointed chair who was under pressure to signal if interest rates would rise in response.

More than 100 companies have written an open letter calling for collective action to strengthen cyber defences amid a rise in AI-enabled cyber attacks.

A medicinal cannabis producer which distributes products in the UK and two other countries has appointed City advisers to find new owners.

A joint venture part-owned by Nestle, the global food and consumer goods giant, is closing in on a deal to buy Crosta Mollica, the premium pizza brand.

An eight-year-old entrepreneur has been recognised for her outstanding fundraising efforts after helping Franklins Solicitors' annual £50 Challenge raise more than £50,000 for charities across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.

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!