Northamptonshire housing association achieves bronze accreditation for its domestic abuse support Greatwell Homes has been recognised as a Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) bronze accredited organisation, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to supporting customers experiencing d...

"Domestic abuse can affect anyone, and as a housing provider we have a vital role to play in helping people feel safe in their homes"

Corby firefighter 'incredibly proud' to represent Great Britain at HYROX World Championships A Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service firefighter from Red Watch Corby has qualified to represent Great Britain at the HYROX World Championships in Sweden this year.

Good luck to Alex!

Glimpse of secret goings-on as footage captures ‘bouncy and playful’ otter cubs at Northamptonshire beauty spot Rangers have described the ‘real highlight’ of spotting such clear footage of this female otter and her cubs at Stanwick Lakes.

Cute!

Kettering community comes together in Miriam's memory to provide free heart screenings for young people Community support has helped provide free heart screenings for young people in memory of a Kettering girl who died suddenly 10 years ago.

This August will be 10 years since Miriam's death 💔

Bigger space for Kettering bridal shop as boutique moves into shopping centre Locally-owned Bespoke Bridal Bliss has moved into the Newlands shopping centre giving them more space for customers as they say ‘yes to the dress’.

It's time to say yes to the dress!

Take a look at six abandoned but adorable dogs looking for forever homes this week in Northamptonshire Take a look at six abandoned but adorable dogs looking for forever homes this week in Northamptonshire.

Just look at them... 🐾

Little Harrowden blaze among four weekend fires caused by bonfires and barbecues across Northamptonshire Northamptonshire firefighters have issued advice after they were called to four weekend fires caused by bonfires and barbecues.

There were four fires over the weekend 🔥

Wellingborough submits expression of interest to become first ever UK town of culture Wellingborough could become the UK’s first town of culture in 2028 as the town has officially submitted a bid.

"From our rich heritage to our vibrant local arts and cultural organisations, this bid is an opportunity to celebrate who we are and to share our story with the rest of the country"

Volunteer Fair returns to Kettering Market Place for second year Kettering Volunteer Fair will return to the Market Place for its second year after its inaugural success.

It's back!

Corby community champion walking 10 miles a day for 50 days for centre’s funds A 73-year-old Corby man is once again walking 500 miles to raise money for Corby’s Autumn Centre.

Walking in his bright orange T-shirt and hat in all weathers, he has battled high wind and hail as well as enjoying the sunshine

Wellingborough Fire Station raises over £500 for Fire Fighters Charity at annual car wash Firefighters and cadets from Wellingborough Fire Station raised £517.20 for charity during its annual car wash this month.

Top work by the team!

16 arrests made in three days across Northamptonshire as police launch campaign to apprehend wanted individuals More than a dozen arrests were made in three days across Northamptonshire, as part of the police force’s campaign to apprehend wanted individuals.

Enforcement action has been taken in Corby, Northampton, Wellingborough, Daventry, Kettering and on key road networks across the county

Kettering community rallying round to give 'moments of joy' to three-year-old Lilith diagnosed with inoperable tumour Family, friends and a football club are among those rallying round to raise funds for a little girl diagnosed with an inoperable tumour.

❤️❤️❤️

Northamptonshire housing association launches Bloom Fest 2026 Green-fingered residents – and those keen to give gardening a go – are being encouraged to get planting as Greatwell Homes launches Bloom Fest 2026, its community gardening competition with prizes up ...

Plant it. Grow it. Win it

New £4.3 million crisis fund launched to help North Northamptonshire families experiencing financial hardship A new £4.3 million crisis fund has been launched to help families in North Northants experiencing financial hardship.

“Many of our residents are facing pressures unlike anything we’ve seen in recent years"

More than 70 arrests of outstanding domestic abuse suspects in first six weeks of Northants Police operation Northamptonshire Police say they have had ‘strong’ early results with a new operation focused on tackling outstanding domestic abuse suspects.

"Behind every arrest is a victim who deserves to feel safe and supported"

Former Northamptonshire detective constable would have been sacked for 'vulgar and unpleasant' comments, hearing finds A former detective constable at Northamptonshire Police would have been sacked for “vulgar, inappropriate and unpleasant” comments made towards colleagues and members of the public, a misconduct heari...

Former Northamptonshire detective constable would have been sacked for 'vulgar and unpleasant' comments, hearing finds

Reform leadership showdown ends in overwhelming defeat for challenger A head-to-head battle for the leadership of Reform UK in North Northamptonshire has seen leader Martin Griffiths retain his position, with second-placed McDonald magnanimous in defeat.

In case you missed this from last night...

How ‘legal bullying’ is silencing journalists and harming local democracy Today (April 15) media outlets across the country are joining a Day of Action to call for the UK Government to include anti-SLAPP protections in the forthcoming King’s Speech ⚖️

Today (April 15) media outlets across the country are joining a Day of Action to call for the UK Government to include anti-SLAPP protections in the forthcoming King’s Speech

National Highways traffic officers help rescue phone after it flew off car roof on the A14 at Kettering A distraught driver has been reconnected with her phone – including irreplaceable images of her family – thanks to an eagle-eyed National Highways traffic officer.

Phew!

The Land Trust welcomes Wellingborough's Stanton Cross into its growing portfolio The Land Trust is to take responsibility for the open spaces on Wellingborough’s Stanton Cross development.

The Land Trust welcomes Wellingborough's Stanton Cross into its growing portfolio

Little Wellingborough pub packed with more than 70 ciders pulls top CAMRA award It might be one of the county’s smallest pubs but Wellingborough’s Little R’Ale House has scooped a big prize after being voted Northamptonshire CAMRA’s Cider Pub of the Year.

Cheers to that!

OpenTable's most booked restaurants in Northamptonshire in March 2026 The rankings for March 2026 for the top most booked restaurants on OpenTable in Northamptonshire have been revealed.

If you're looking for somewhere new to try...

Higham Ferrers to host armour expert, Rock Choir and arts workshop Higham Ferrers is set to play host to an acclaimed leading specialist on medieval and Renaissance arms and armour.

Higham Ferrers to host armour expert, Rock Choir and arts workshop

Water level reduced at Northamptonshire reservoir so improvements can be carried out A project to make improvements to a Northamptonshire reservoir is set to run for the next few months.

The project is set to run for the next few months

Take a look at seven rescue dogs looking for forever homes this week in Northamptonshire Take a look at seven rescue dogs looking for forever homes this week in Northamptonshire.

Could one of these dogs be your new pet?

Solar farm near Desborough granted 15-year extension A solar farm near a North Northants business park has been given permission to extend its lifespan to 40 years v.1

The planning committee approved the time extension, with nine members voting in favour and one abstention

Warehouse campaigners warn of 'irreversible damage' to Northamptonshire landscape Ahead of a public meeting, campaign group Rothwell Against Warehousing (RAW) has warned of ‘irreversible damage’ to the local natural landscape.

"Local residents need to understand just how badly their everyday lives will be affected if this is approved"

Mayor of Kettering to host leaving do after racking up more than 500 engagements in a year Cllr Ben Jameson, the current mayor of Kettering, is to host a leaving do after racking up more than 500 engagements in a year.

Since May 2025, he has cut scores of ribbons, made dozens of speeches and highlighted community events across his adopted town

Fire-damaged Rushden recycling centre rebuild approved A recycling centre in Rushden that was set ablaze in a major incident last year has been greenlit to rebuild a canopy building that was damaged during the fire.

Fire-damaged Rushden recycling centre rebuild approved