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West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) will join communities across the country in commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) on Tuesday 27 January 2026, reflecting on the six million Jewish men, women and children who were murdered during the Holocaust, along with millions more who lost their lives un...

Nearly a quarter (24 per cent) of UK homeowners confessed they might not immediately hear about a recall on an appliance they own. One in five (20 per cent) couldn’t remember if they had registered their large appliances and less than half (46 per cent) had registered all their major white goods.

“Life Lines”, an exciting exhibition exploring life, growth and human connection and showcasing the works of celebrated local sculptor Nicolas Moreton, is now available to see at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.

Plans have been unveiled for a brand-new public toilet facility at Abington Park, set to deliver accessible and family-friendly facilities in a safer and more visible location close to the park’s popular playground.

Work to prepare the former St James Bus Depot in Northampton is moving into its final stages, ahead of the regeneration of this vacant brownfield site.

A dedicated volunteer from Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has been recognised at a national level after receiving the National Fire Chiefs Council Volunteers Award.

The former Avenue Campus site, located on St George’s Avenue in Northampton, is being marketed for disposal, opening the door for the next phase of regeneration at this important brownfield location.

As we welcome the new year, people across West Northamptonshire are encouraged to start their journey to stop smoking by focusing on just one small habit at a time. Rather than overwhelming yourself with the thought of quitting cold turkey, this approach offers manageable, sustainable changes that c...

One crew and a water bowser remains on scene at a fire on Poplars Farm Road in Kettering after Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service was called shortly after 10pm last night (January 18) to reports of a barn on fire.

Residents, businesses and stakeholders are invited to take part in a consultation around renewing the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) covering Francis Jetty in Northampton.

People working and living in West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to watch back the Council’s first-ever Budget Question Time to learn more about the authority’s draft proposals for protecting and improving services in the year ahead.

West Northamptonshire Council is thanking residents for their continued support of the Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) booking system, after a smooth and well‑used festive period that saw increased visitor numbers with no queues or delays on site.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is stepping up efforts to keep people safe in entertainment and event venues with a new programme of proactive fire safety checks and support for businesses across the county.

Residents across West Northamptonshire are invited to come together for a day of connection, learning, and support at the Warm Welcoming Spaces Event, taking place on Tuesday 20 January 2026, from 10am to 2pm at Leicester Street Community Hub, 2 Leicester Street, Northampton NN1 3RS.

Councillor Michael Stratton has been appointed West Northamptonshire Council’s new Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education.

West Northamptonshire Council, in partnership with Clubs for Young People, have opened nominations for the next West Northants Youth Council, inviting young people to step forward and help shape the future of their community.

Residents are being invited to share their views on proposed changes to make the way social housing is allocated in West Northamptonshire fairer.

More than 55,000 people visited Northampton’s Market Square to enjoy the ice rink and other festive activities throughout December, delivering a significant boost to town centre shops and businesses.

January is a great time to focus on making small, positive changes for your health and wellbeing. As the new year begins, creating gentle, achievable habits can help you stay active, lift your mood and feel more energised throughout the winter months. You don’t need to make big changes all at once –...

Taxi and private hire drivers, operators and wider stakeholders are being invited to share their views on proposed changes to licensing fees, as West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) launches a public consultation on plans to introduce a single, unified fee structure for taxi and private hire licensin...