The sixth annual Silverstone Soccer charity event has raised more than £3,000 for a much-loved local charity.Over the past six years, fundraising footballers have collected enough money to cover a whole month’s worth of patient care at Cynthia Spencer Hospice.On Sunday 22nd June, 10 determined teams went head-to-head in a five-a-side tournament at Daventry Town Football Club.First-time entrants Northampton Town Football Club won the much-coveted winner’s trophy, with Asset Engineering as runner-up.As well as the football fun, visitors also enjoyed a bouncy castle and Silverstone Leasing’s managing director Scott Norville’s car wash service.The popular event, which is hosted by award-winning...

02 July, 2025

A brand-new bimonthly series of hands-on creative events has launched at Northampton’s Vulcan Works.The popular town centre workspace launched its first ever Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works event last night, hosted by podcaster and voice actor Andrew Bond.The practical workshop explored the complex connection between mental health and creativity and looked at the emotional and psychological challenges that often accompany creative work.As part of the experience, guests took part in guided creative exercises designed to gently spark inspiration.Gather & Create is the brainchild of Vulcan Works’ customer experience assistant Sian Richardson, who wanted to bring a new offering to the centre,...

02 July, 2025

The Driving Innovation Grant will award successful Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) across West Northamptonshire with up £25,000 in funding for innovative projects that deliver growth.The grant programme has been developed by the South Midlands Growth Hub, on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council to offer financial support for projects that boost productivity, address global challenges, and help businesses to compete, grow, and thrive.“It’s a privilege to be able to design and develop a significant programme which will deliver real change across West Northamptonshire. Having successfully awarded over £5 million in grant funding across the South Midlands, we have a...

30 June, 2025

With just days to go until entries close, the NNBN Awards 2025 are preparing to spotlight the very best of Northamptonshire – and there’s still time for businesses, charities, and community champions to get involved.Returning for a third year, the awards have become a firm fixture in the county calendar, offering a powerful platform to celebrate and connect local talent across all sectors.Simon Cox, Director of NNBN, said: “These awards are all about celebrating local success – whether that’s a breakthrough year, a brilliant new initiative, or consistent community commitment. We know there are many inspiring stories across Northamptonshire that...

27 June, 2025

Loyal staff at a thriving Northampton-based van and car leasing broker have clocked up 50 years of service between them.The devoted team at Silverstone Leasing highly value the company culture at the award-winning company, and as a result, very few leave.The longest serving person is Aby Mason, who joined the company just a few months after managing director Scott Norville set it up 13 years ago.Aby has been office manager, leasing account manager and head of in-contract for Silverstone Leasing during her 12 years in post.Team leader Ryan Bishop will celebrate a decade at the company in 2026, with his...

26 June, 2025

A creative architectural studio has become a perfect example of how Northampton’s Vulcan Works can help fledgling businesses to grow, after recently moving into a new office at the town centre serviced workspace three times the size of the first space they rented.24/Three are a team of architects, designers, and collaborators specialising in transforming environments across all scales with thoughtful, innovative design.Managing director Sheleendra Fernando was heavily involved in the design and implementation of Vulcan Works, which was established specifically to support creative and innovative businesses, and so the office space was an obvious choice when he set up his...

25 June, 2025

Construction students at Northampton College have created picnic benches to give visitors to the Market Square somewhere new to sit this summer.The benches will come in handy ahead of a packed events programme, with the recently refurbished Market Square set to host multiple events in the coming months, including the Northampton Music Festival, the Amazing Northampton Run and the official Fan Zone for the Women’s Rugby World Cup.The College’s award-winning construction team was approached by Mark Mullen, operations manager at the Northampton Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID), to create the benches. He said: “Our strong ongoing relationship with the...

25 June, 2025

This Autumn, Corby’s flagship venue The Core at Corby Cube, marks its 15th birthday with a spectacular celebration that’s anything but ordinary. Building on the success of 2020’s Museum of the Moon, the theatre will be transformed once again, this time with GAIA by Luke Jerram, a breathtaking seven-metre installation of planet Earth, suspended high above the auditorium.From Wednesday 10 to Sunday 21 September, audiences are invited to experience the magic of live performances, creative workshops, and special events unfolding beneath this stunning sculpture. The first wave of events, including the unmissable Northants Sings Out, go on sale from Wed...

25 June, 2025

A Northamptonshire-based graphic designer who launched her business to help purpose-driven organisations bring their ideas to life has been named a winner at the 2025 Midlands StartUp Awards.Olivia Krawczyk, founder of OneKind Creative, took home the StartUp for Good award, a category that celebrates businesses making a positive impact in the world. The awards ceremony took place on Tuesday 17th June in Birmingham, with winners chosen from hundreds of businesses across the Midlands region.At just 23 years old, Olivia has building a name for herself through her hands-on, values-led approach to design. From charities tackling taboo topics such as menstrual...

24 June, 2025

Brackmills Industrial Estate Business Improvement District (BID) has reaffirmed its commitment to employee health and wellbeing with the renewal of its partnership with Aquarius Life – now entering its fourth year.This long-standing collaboration continues to provide businesses on the estate with vital support in managing workplace risks linked to alcohol, drugs, and gambling.Since its launch, the partnership has delivered a wide range of confidential services including onsite and online training, policy guidance, awareness sessions, and access to expert-led webinars – all fully funded through Brackmills BID. These resources are designed to help businesses create safer, healthier, and more supportive environments...

24 June, 2025

Local businesses are invited to an event at Northampton Saints to hear opportunities to get involved ahead of the upcoming Women’s Rugby World Cup (WRWC) 2025 taking place in Northampton later this year.The event, hosted by the Discover Northamptonshire Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) in collaboration with the Northamptonshire Tourism Business Network will take place on Tuesday 1 July, between 9.30am and 11am. With an agenda full of networking and insight into the plans for the WRWC, attendees will hear exclusive insights into the tournament’s vision and reach.Attendees will also receive an overview of the local Women’s Rugby World Cup...

24 June, 2025