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WNDC set to return planning powers to the Borough Council

Published 7th September 10 in Planning news

Plans to transfer a wide range of planning decisions from West Northamptonshire Development Corporation (WNDC) back to Northampton Borough Council (NBC) are being considered this month.

Free support and information session for young council tenants

Published 9th September 10 in Housing news

A free information session for young council tenants aged between 16 and 25 years old will be held on Thursday 16 September at the Guildhall in Northampton.

Business Improvement District proposals published

Published 8th September 10 in Business news

The steering group of businesses leading the drive to launch a business Improvement District in Northampton town centre have published their proposals setting out what they think could be achieved.

Supporting The Run

Published 6th September 10 in Sports facilities news

Runners taking part in The Run '10 will have an extra boost this year if they are sign up through Trilogy Gyms, even if they are not gym members.

A final roar around the town before the auction

Published 3rd September 10 in Arts and entertainment news

This weekend will be the last chance to see the Pride of Northampton on the town's streets as each of the 40 lions gets ready to find a new home at the end of the month.

Sons of St. Crispin boot and shoe trade union exhibition

Published 1st September 10 in Arts and entertainment news

The Sons of St. Crispin, exploration of the Boot and Shoe trade unions exhibition will take place from 11 September 2010 to 6 February 2011.

Last arts market of the summer

Published 31st August 10 in Arts and entertainment news

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).

Museum considering the future of unused stuffed animals

Published 26th August 10 in Museum collections news

Up to 170 stuffed animals could soon find a new home as Northampton Borough Council considers the future of the objects.

Green, Safe and Healthy Northampton Day

Published 25th August 10 in Sustainability news

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?

The Wild Lion finally gets a lick of paint

Published 25th August 10 in Arts and entertainment news

The last member of the Pride of Northampton will be completed this week thanks to a local tattoo artist.

Street Football kicks off in three new areas

Published 23rd August 10 in Sports and Play Development news

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.

Don't lose your right to vote

Published 23rd August 10 in Elections - electoral register news

Every year all local authorities have carryout an annual canvas of electors to update the electoral register.

Extra closure of Bridge Street for Bank Holiday weekend

Published 23rd August 10 in Community safety news

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.

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