Beat Route Radio is proud to welcome two of Northamptonshire’s most dedicated public servants to its broadcasting family. Former North Northants Councillors, Lora and Graham Lawman will be hosting a brand-new show - ‘Community Matters’ - every Monday from 11am to 2pm, starting Monday 11th August.With a combined six decades of service to local communities, Lora and Graham are turning the page to a fresh chapter—using radio to continue championing local initiatives and inspiring civic pride across Northamptonshire.Having held many leadership roles in local politics, Lora stepped down from her final post as Chairman of North Northamptonshire Council and Graham...

06 August, 2025

Back in 2022, the idea was formed to establish a consortium focused on exploring ways to reduce CO₂ emissions within the logistics sector. Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMUK) approached Yusen Logistics to support their vision and join a partnership aimed at transforming the existing logistics solution from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs).This initiative required a new way of thinking, to develop a charging infrastructure that could accommodate a wide geographical area, while also reimagining route planning to minimise disruption caused by charging downtime.Fast forward 36 months Yusen Logistics has become the first haulier to deliver production...

06 August, 2025

Axil and Gen Phoenix mark two years of collaboration, focused on revolutionising sustainable materials.Gen Phoenix, a global leader in sustainable material innovation, marks two years of partnership with Axil, achieving significant environmental milestones.Since 2007, Gen Phoenix has successfully rescued over 10,000 tonnes of leather waste from landfills, pioneering the development of premium circular materials that redefine environmental stewardship in the industry. The partnership's aligned objectives focus on protecting our planet by transforming waste into valuable resources and giving new life to old materials.Key Achievements:Zero Waste to Landfill: Maintaining this commitment since 2016. Up to 86% Less Carbon Footprint: Compared...

06 August, 2025

North Northamptonshire Council have launched a new initiative to help local businesses and community groups understand and reduce their energy use and environmental impact.Funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), the programme will support organisations to design their own decarbonisation plans and access grants that will help them shift to more sustainable practices and save money.North Northamptonshire Council has appointed Urban Foresight, a strategic innovation consultancy, to deliver the programme. Urban Foresight brings extensive experience in supporting cleaner growth and environmental responsibility across the UK and Ireland. This collaboration, developed in partnership with SmartCarbon is enabling a targeted and cost-effective...

06 August, 2025

Shining a Spotlight on Visitor Experiences.A fresh, simple idea is set to make a big impact across the county this August.The “31 Days of Summer” campaign is a month-long celebration of Northamptonshire’s brilliant tourism offer, with a different experience, attraction, place to stay, or eatery featured every single day.From historic houses and adrenaline-packed adventures to independent eateries and family-friendly events, 31 Days of Summer showcases some of the very best visitor experiences Northamptonshire has to offer - all curated by members of the Northamptonshire Tourism Business Network.A Simple Idea with a Big Impact.The campaign signposts locals and visitors to standout...

05 August, 2025

Voluntary and non-profit groups in the Northampton area are invited to promote their projects and services on a free ‘community noticeboard’ feature broadcast on Northampton’s NLive Radio.The noticeboard, sponsored by Northampton Town Council, offers groups the opportunity to provide a 30 second long message played on air several times a day, over a six-week period.Groups have the option to record the message themselves, or have their words read out by one of the station’s volunteers.Cllr Keith Holland-Delamere, Chair of the Community Services Committee at Northampton Town Council said: “We are  delighted to sponsor the NLive Radio Community Noticeboard for the...

05 August, 2025

A Northamptonshire restaurant is preparing for a special dining experience with a Masterchef champion this month.Michelin-trained chef Dan Merriman is joining forces with award-winning live fire restaurant Ember for his second guest chef residency.Bookings are now open for the kitchen takeover series, which is taking place for three days in August after his first sellout evenings in May.The chef collaboration will see the culinary talents combine their considerable skills and work together on a limited-edition menu.Dan, and Ember’s owner James Peck, are focusing on five courses, with optional wine tasting.Their creations will include whipped cod roe to start, cured trout...

05 August, 2025

West Northamptonshire Council’s ambitious regeneration of the former St James Bus Depot in Northampton is well underway, with significant progress made on the enabling works that will pave the way for over 70 much-needed family homes.As of late July 2025, demolition works are approximately 70% complete, marking a major milestone in transforming the long-vacant 4.5-acre brownfield site into a vibrant new neighbourhood. The internal strip-out of the buildings is also 70% complete, while asbestos sheet roof removal has reached 70%. Work on the removal of notifiable asbestos, a critical and carefully managed process which takes considerable time, is currently 30% complete.These works are being carried...

05 August, 2025

Northamptonshire is brimming with anticipation as the finalists are revealed for the highly-coveted College Student, Young Chef, Chef, Artisan Local Product, Artisan Vegetarian / Vegan, and Artisan Local Drink categories in this year’s Weetabix Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards.Eighteen of the county’s standout creations have risen to the top, earning their place in the spotlight as they compete for Gold, Silver and Bronze in the artisan categories this year. These finalists represent the true stars of the local food and drink scene - celebrated for their exceptional taste, creativity, and commitment to craftsmanship.The 'Artisan' label highlights products crafted in small...

04 August, 2025

Northampton Market Square is set to host an exciting line-up of free events, entertainment, and live match screenings this summer as part of the official Women’s Rugby World Cup Fan Zone.From cutting-edge technology and family fun to music, arts and festival vibes, each Fan Zone event will be themed to celebrate the spirit of the tournament and bring the local community together across four key dates.Whether you're a rugby fan or simply looking for free entertainment in the heart of town, the Northampton Fan Zone is not to be missed.Cllr James Petter, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Local Economy,...

01 August, 2025

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has unveiled its new Small Business Plan, aimed at empowering small businesses across the UK. Central to the initiative is a robust effort to tackle the long-standing issue of late payments, which continue to hinder growth and financial stability for many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The plan includes proposed legislative changes that would strengthen the powers of the Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC), with the goal of saving SMEs time and money currently spent chasing unpaid invoices. According to recent research commissioned by DBT and the OSBC, late payments cost the...

01 August, 2025