The new Northampton Games Network and Northampton Film Festival (NFF) are inviting Games developers from across England to enter their games and prototypes into Northampton Film Festival 2026. Shortlisted games will be displayed during the festival with the winners announced at the festival’s official awards ceremony.The Northampton Games Network was formed after a sell-out Games networking event held earlier this year at The Performing Room with Games staff at the University of Northampton and The Creative Place, NFF’s new arts centre. The competition is looking for submissions of games from individuals or teams based in England which are original concepts...

20 August, 2025

Northamptonshire Community Foundation launched their Poverty Hurts appeal at the beginning of summer, to raise funds to support residents across the county who are struggling with poverty and financial hardship.The foundation is asking residents and businesses who can to help those who can’t by donating to the Poverty Hurts fundraising appeal, which has so far raised £19,491. Donations can be made via Justgiving: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/povertyhurtsnorthamptonshire2025Rachel McGrath, Chief Executive of Northamptonshire Community Foundation, said: “We are so grateful to every generous donor who has supported our Poverty Hurts appeal so far. Every penny will be used to make urgent grants to local charities...

19 August, 2025

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) extended a warm welcome to four of the international teams competing in the Women’s Rugby World Cup Women’s 2025 during a special ceremony held at Northampton Guildhall on Saturday 16 August.Players, coaches and staff from Ireland, Japan, South Africa and Brazil - who have all arrived in West Northamptonshire ahead of their matches on Sunday 24 August, were greeted by WNC’s Chairman and Leader alongside community representatives and partners, before exchanging gifts as a gesture of friendship and shared sporting spirit. Each team received a specially curated wooden shoe last, created by local manufacturer Spring Line...

19 August, 2025

Northamptonshire digital agency Zinc Digital is celebrating a double triumph after being shortlisted for two prestigious categories in the NNBN Awards 2025.Founder Joe Zielinski has been nominated for Business Person of the Year and the company itself is up for The West Northamptonshire Innovative Enterprise Award.This recognition comes during Zinc Digital’s milestone 20th anniversary year, highlighting two decades of digital innovation and business growth in Northamptonshire. Based in Little Houghton, the company has grown from a modest startup to a thriving digital agency with a 20-strong team.Joe Zielinski, co-founder and director of Zinc Digital, said: "To be recognised in both...

19 August, 2025

Northants company, See Limited, has secured yet another awards finalist spot in 2025 for Innovation of the Year at this year’s National Building and Construction Awards.The group holding company, responsible for businesses involved in the supply, distribution and fabrication of wood veneer and decorative laminate panels in the UK built environment industry, has been recognised for its innovative work, not only in reducing the carbon footprint of the group’s operations but by offering architects and interior designers more sustainable choices through material selection.By focusing on innovation, See Limited has been able to take action to help remove the impact of...

19 August, 2025

Kettering’s town centre has faced decline for many years. Under the leadership of Cllr Emily Fedorowycz, local businesses have a real opportunity to take charge of the town’s future. Cllr Fedorowycz is spearheading the campaign to explore creating a Business Improvement District (BID) — a proven model that helps town centres unlock funding, improve trading conditions, and create vibrant, attractive places for people to visit and spend. How a BID works:All businesses contribute a small amount, which unlocks significant extra funding for the town. Businesses themselves decide exactly how that money is spent. In other towns, BIDs have delivered marketing campaigns,...

15 August, 2025

The spotlight is shining bright on Northamptonshire’s finest food and drink venues this month, as finalists in the Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards’ venue categories are unveiled.Judges have been hard at work evaluating and shortlisting brilliant businesses in the Booker Gastro Pub, Community Café, Restaurant and World Cuisine Restaurant of the Year categories, and after final Mystery Shopping visits, winners will be announced at the Awards ceremony at the Royal & Derngate Theatre in October.This year’s competition is proving as exciting as ever, with hugely inspiring entries from every corner of the county. These awards don’t just celebrate amazing...

15 August, 2025

From a defence company and micro wind turbine manufacturer to social media experts, charities, entrepreneurs and beauty businesses – the diverse talent of Northamptonshire's business and charity community has been showcased today with the announcement of the 2025 NNBN Awards finalists.Nearly 40 inspiring organisations have been shortlisted across 14 categories, with the prestigious awards ceremony set to take place at the Hilton Northampton on Friday, 10th October 2025.The finalists represent the breadth and innovation of the county's economy, including established enterprises like Castle Theatre, Sedgebrook Hall and Wicksteed Park and groundbreaking startups such as Giant Journeys educational services and The...

15 August, 2025

The University of Northampton’s Faculty of Business and Law (FBL) has been awarded the prestigious Small Business Charter accreditation for three years.This recognition highlights the Faculty’s and UON’s dedicated support for entrepreneurship and small business growth, with a clear focus on community engagement and real-world applicability.The panel of assessors commended the Faculty for its impact on the local small business community and its inclusive and collaborative approach across disciplines.Karen Jones, Dean of UON’s Faculty of Business and Law, said: “The accreditation is very rightly a rigorous process, and I am very proud to witness Faculty and Professional Services colleagues rise...

14 August, 2025

A free inspirational panel discussion for innovators and entrepreneurs will be held next month at Vulcan Works as part of Northamptonshire’s Fuelling Innovation campaign.My Innovation Journey will be held at the popular town centre workspace on 4th September from 10am to 12pm and will see four high-profile local businesspeople showcase their career experiences.Guests can attend in person to hear Alastair McLeod, Business Doctors, Nick Wilson, Disabled Adventurer, Dolores Sanders, Total Control Pro, and Pritul Khagram, Mavis Technologies, share information about their careers, how it all started, what innovation means to them, and the challenges and breakthroughs they’ve encountered along the...

14 August, 2025

In a move to show its continued commitment in supporting the local community, an award-winning Northants company has agreed sponsorship of Kettering Town Ladies Cricket Team for a fourth consecutive year.Over the last three years See Limited, a group holding company responsible for businesses involved in the supply, distribution and fabrication of wood veneer and decorative laminate panels in the UK built environment industry, has provided vital support to the Kettering Town Ladies Cricket Team via its sponsorship.The funding means that every player receives a free playing shirt, helping to reduce the cost for new members while also allowing existing...

12 August, 2025