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Park and ride returns to Northampton this Christmas
Up to five passengers will be able to take advantage of a £1 park and ride facility from Sixfields to Northampton town centre this Christmas.
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View plans for Market Square re-vamp
Three different design proposals for Northampton Market Square will be on display at the market this Saturday, 14 December, between 10am and 2pm.
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This Christmas give your turkey and recycling bins a good stuffing
With the countdown to Christmas fast approaching Northampton Borough Council and Veolia are reminding residents how to reduce their waste during the festive season.
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Severe weather shelter volunteers needed
Northampton Borough Council is seeking volunteers to help run Northampton’s severe weather shelter for rough sleepers.
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Northampton’s Male Role Model of the Year winners announced
A mentor helping young people find a way out of gangs and a nine-year-old fundraiser were the winners of Northampton’s Male Role Model of the Year awards.
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All abilities to be celebrated at community events
All abilities will be celebrated during two community events promoting accessible futures for this year’s International Day of People with Disabilities.
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Have your say on big plans for Market Square
Northampton Forward is asking the public for feedback on plans for the town’s Market Square in a consultation launching today (Thursday 28 November).
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Ceremony to mark World Aids Day in Northampton
World Aids Day will be marked in Northampton with a short civic ceremony in the Guildhall Courtyard on Monday 2 December.
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Partners stand together against gender-based abuse
Northampton Community Safety Partnership are working together during 16 Days of Activism (25 November to 10 December) to make a stand against gender-based abuse.
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Igloo Cinema returns to Grosvenor Shopping this Christmas
Northampton Borough Council’s popular Igloo Cinema will return to the 1st floor of Grosvenor Shopping from Sunday 1 December.
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Completion of work on Northampton’s Eleanor Cross
Repair and conservation work on Northampton’s Eleanor Cross is now complete and it is being removed from Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register.
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Views sought on Borough-wide control of multiple occupancy housing
Northampton Borough Council is consulting on a proposal that would mean all property conversions to houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) anywhere in the borough would require planning permission.
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International Men’s Day to be celebrated at two town centre events
A day of information, comedy and music is set to celebrate International Men’s Day in Northampton on Friday 22 November.
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Important information about voting in the 12 December 2019 General Election
Anyone wishing to vote in the 12 December general election must register to vote by Tuesday, 26 November.
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Thousands of properties to move onto wheeled bin waste and recycling collections
Approximately 3,000 properties, identified by Northampton Borough Council and Veolia as having room to store wheeled bins off the streets, will be moving onto wheeled bin waste and recycling collections in the next few months.
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Local producers and crafters to be showcased at Christmas market
The Market Square will showcase a range local producers, makers and crafters during Northampton Borough Council’s annual Frost Fair on Sunday 1 December.
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Lights switch-on to launch Narnia inspired festive activities in Northampton
Narnia inspired Christmas activities are to launch at Northampton Borough Council’s annual Christmas lights switch-on, which takes place on Saturday 23 November.
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Northampton Museum and Art Gallery reaches major construction milestone
The expansion of Northampton Museum and Art Gallery reached a major construction milestone today, when final panels of roof glazing were craned into the atrium extension making the building watertight
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Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service 2019
Northampton will honour members of the armed forces who have lost their lives and fought in the line of duty with a Remembrance Day parade and service on Sunday, 10 November.
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Simple advice for a Spooktacular Halloween night out
Residents and visitors to the town are being reminded of simple safety advice for nights out, especially during busy evenings around Halloween.
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Community events raise awareness of hate crime and how to report it
A series of community events have been taking place this week in support of National Hate Crime Awareness Week.
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Mouth-watering showcase of local produce returning The Guildhall
The popular Love Northampton Food Fair is returning to The Guildhall on 26 October to showcase a wide range of mouth-watering local produce.
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Black tie dinner to raise funds for The Lowdown
A night of bubbles, prizes and dancing are promised for Saturday 2 November as the Mayor of Northampton, Councillor Nazim Choudary, hosts a Gala Dinner in aid of The Lowdown.
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New police officers for Northampton town centre
“We are bringing the fight to criminals” – these are the words of a police sergeant in Northampton as ten extra police officers deployed to the town centre begin to net results.
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Formal consultation on proposed Town Council for Northampton
Northampton Borough Council is consulting with the public over proposals for a Town Council to cover some parts or all of the existing borough.
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Dangers of carrying knives to be highlighted on ambulances`
The dangers of carrying knives will be highlighted on the sides of ambulances as part of the ongoing ‘Save Lives No Knives’ awareness campaign.
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Council committee looking for new member
An opportunity has arisen for a proactive individual to join Northampton Borough Council's Standards Committee.
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Jeyes Jetty could be gated to curb anti-social behaviour
Jeyes Jetty in Northampton town centre might soon be closed to pedestrians following the results of a consultation.
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Male role models wanted
The search for Northampton’s most inspiring male role model began today (Tuesday 8 October) as the nomination period for the 2019 Award opens.
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Week of action to help protect residents against burglaries
This October Northampton Community Safety Partnership is working together to help residents protect themselves against burglaries.