Latest news
Northampton wins Getting Building funding
Northampton Forward in partnership with NN Contemporary Art (NN) has bid successfully for part of the government’s new £900million Getting Building Fund (GBF).
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Northamptonshire’s sports governing bodies asked to prohibit festivals, multi team events and tournaments
Increasing rates of COVID-19 across areas of Northamptonshire have prompted health officials to prohibit sports tournaments and multi team events from taking place for the next fortnight.
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Staying safe this Eid Al-Adha
This Eid Al-Adha it is more important than ever to make sure you and your family are staying safe in Northampton.
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Views sought on the renewal of anti-social behaviour measures at Marble Arch
Members of the public are invited to share their opinions on the renewal of the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in the Marble Arch area of Northampton.
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Almost £35 million paid out in business grants to Northampton businesses
Northampton Borough Council paid almost £35 million in government grant funding to businesses impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.
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Residents of Northampton urged to take action as coronavirus cases rise
Latest government figures published this week (22 July) show that the coronavirus infection rate in the borough of Northampton remains above the national and regional rates.
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Joint Statement from the Northamptonshire Economic Impact Cell
As of today, Thursday 23 July, the seven district and borough councils across Northamptonshire have distributed over £126,912,000 to more than 11,180 businesses identified as eligible for a grant
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Work completes on Rectory Farm Community Centre renovation
We have now finished work on the newly-extended and renovated Rectory Farm Community Centre.
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Northampton residents urged to safely dispose of their waste to help prevent fires
With warmer weather expected as the summer continues, Veolia and Northampton Borough Council are encouraging the public to safely dispose of their waste to help prevent fires.
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Don’t fail credit checks because you’re not registered
We have launched this year’s annual canvass and registration is vital for those who wish to access credit or sign up for mobile phone contracts.
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Council supports appeal for donated computer equipment to tackle digital exclusion
Northampton Borough Council recently donated laptops, computers and internet connection equipment to Free2Talk charity so it could provide children and young people lacking regular internet access.
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The Virtual Northampton Pride Festival will celebrate diversity this weekend
Northampton's LGBTQ and Allies Forum, Northampton Pride Committee and Grosvenor Shopping Northampton are encouraging residents to enjoy a social distanced Virtual Pride Festival on Saturday, 18 July
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Public consultation now open on Northampton Local Plan
Northampton Borough Council has launched the latest consultation on its Local Plan Part 2 and is urging residents of the borough to consider responding.
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Further reopening of Northampton’s high streets
The Government has approved the reopening of additional businesses from Monday 13 July, including tattoo parlours, nail bars and beauty salons.
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Northampton to commemorate virtually the Srebrenica genocide
Northampton residents are invited to take part in a virtual ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide on Saturday, 11 July.
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Celebrating Northampton’s parks and green spaces
Northampton Borough Council and town’s park friends groups are encouraging residents to safely enjoy parks and green spaces across town
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A big thank-you for sensible reopening of the night-time economy
Northampton Borough Council would like to say a huge thank-you to everyone for their sensible approach to the reopening of the town’s night-time economy during the weekend.
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Grants to help create a cleaner and greener Northampton
Northampton charity and community-led environmental initiatives can now apply for a funding boost from the EnviroGrant scheme.
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Northampton Borough Council’s play areas and outdoor gyms will reopen on 4 July
Northampton Borough Council’s public play areas and outdoor gyms will be reopening for public use on Saturday, 4 July following recent government guidance.
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People urged to be sensible when visiting bars and restaurants this weekend
Town centre partners are urging people to drink responsibly and remember that COVID 19 still poses a serious risk to health, if they are planning to visit bars, restaurants and pubs this weekend.
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Extraordinary multi-agency team effort ensures that Northampton’s rough sleepers have somewhere safe to stay when they move out of the hotels
For the past three months, people who were sleeping rough or staying in the town’s nightshelters have been protected from COVID-19 by being housed, fed and supported in two Northampton hotels.
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Up and coming rapper subject of new graffiti mural in town
A large graffiti mural depicting a Northampton-based musician has appeared outside the Grosvenor Centre, close to the site of the old post office.
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£12.2 million bid for Future High Streets Fund submitted
Northampton Forward Board has submitted a final bid for over £12m to the Government’s Future High Streets Fund, that will aim to redevelop the Market Square, attract more visitors and create new jobs.
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Collaboration is key to creating North’s new unitary council
Closer partnership working is the key to ensuring the new North Northamptonshire Council has better, joined-up services for residents, councillors heard last night.
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Celebrating Armed Forces Day the virtual way
Virtual celebrations will mark this year’s Armed Forces Day in Northampton, on Saturday, 27 June, in place of the traditional town centre parade and associated activities.
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Images show new look Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
The major refurbishment and expansion of Northampton Museum and Art Gallery is one step closer to completion, with new photos released to mark what was planned to be the opening weekend.
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Funding announced for local agencies, charities and community groups 2020
This year, 15 not-for-profit organisations, community groups and charities will receive a funding boost from Northampton Borough Council’s Partnership Grant Fund.
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More shoppers expected to visit town centre in coming days
Almost 100,000 people visited Northampton town centre between Monday, 15 June and Thursday, 18 June, representing an increase of over 65% compared with the same time period in the previous week.
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Northampton: Windrush Day 2020
Northampton’s diverse communities forum will host a virtual programme of activities marking the second national Windrush Day on Monday, 22 June.
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More funding available for Northampton’s businesses
A range of businesses in Northampton, which have not received other Government funding, could be eligible for a Discretionary Fund Grant from the Borough Council.