The lead developer at Glenvale Park has announced plans have been submitted for the final stage of the development’s first phase, which will create a much-needed, high-quality retirement living community in Wellingborough.Located on land adjoining Cheyne Avenue and Niort Way, Glenvale Park LLP has announced the scheme will be operated by McCarthy Stone, the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities.The development will deliver 53 thoughtfully designed one and two-bedroom retirement apartments exclusive to the over 60s. With well-maintained gardens and an elegant communal lounge, the scheme will provide ample space for regular social activities. For peace of mind,...

13 December, 2024

Building a dual carriageway bypass for the North Northamptonshire village of Isham has taken an important step closer.North Northamptonshire Council has now submitted an Outline Business Case (OBC) to the Department for Transport.Submitting an OBC is a routine stage for a major highways scheme and is done so the Government can check the project is still financially viable.The submission also seeks funding of £4.346m which will be matched by £2.172m from the Council to give a total of £6.518m to get the scheme to the stage where it is ready to start construction.This covers the detailed scheme design, progressing land...

12 December, 2024

Leading affordable housebuilder, Orbit Homes, has completed on the latest parcel of land at Hanwood Park to deliver a further 142 affordable homes – all part of the growing Hanwood Park sustainable urban extension.Orbit Homes are already established at Hanwood Park, having delivered 117 Shared Ownership and rented homes directly, and been an early partner with Persimmon on Cranford Road. This latest transaction marks an important milestone in how Hanwood Park is building on strategic partnerships and successes to deliver high quality and affordable housing to the area and ensure a meaningful contribution to place making which underpins a long-term...

12 December, 2024

Axil and Aquapak, specialists in sustainable polymer technologies, have announced an extension of their partnership for another two years. This collaboration continues to focus on achieving Zero Trace, Zero Waste through innovative recycling solutions for cardboard, metals, polymer waste, and associated by-products.Sustainability Focus: Axil and Aquapak extend their partnership to achieve Zero Trace, Zero Waste. Innovative Materials: Aquapak’s Hydropol™ boosts recyclability and supports sustainable packaging globally. Driving Progress: Together, they set new standards in waste management and the Circular Economy.Aquapak, based in Birmingham, is pioneering the development of new adaptive polymer-based materials for packaging. Their flagship product, Hydropol™, a...

12 December, 2024

Today, Delapré Abbey Preservation Trust is announcing a £3,096,798 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, this generous grant will support the restoration and repurposing of the 19th-century stables at the Grade II* listed Delapré Abbey in Northampton, marking a significant milestone for the project.The Trust with the support of Buttress Architects, and Tricolor Associates aims to transform the stables into a dynamic, mixed-use development, that will secure and unlock a brighter future for the Trust. This project will include dedicated spaces for wellbeing, retail, and events and programs, establishing the stables as a vibrant...

12 December, 2024

Kind-hearted colleagues at a Northampton-based construction consultancy have spread festive cheer by building Christmas hampers and donating gifts to local families needing support.Bhangals Construction Consultants wore Christmas jumpers to put together the 100 hampers at their Grange Park base on Tuesday.The parcels are full of both essential and luxury items including biscuits, tinned goods, pasta, rice, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, face wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, chocolates and toys for the children.It is the sixth consecutive year that the generous team have put together the hampers, which cost a total of £2,000.The bumper bags were then handed over to innovative community support...

12 December, 2024

Award-winning serviced office hub Vulcan Works is offering free co-working space in the New Year as a gesture of goodwill to the local business community.The purpose-built workspace, in Northampton’s Cultural Quarter, has made a huge impact on the local economy since it opened in February last year, offering business support, hotdesking, relevant events, lettable office space, and insightful workshops.During January, local businesspeople can also use the coworking space Vulcan Works totally free of charge each Friday, for a calm and collected kick off to 2025.The quiet, dedicated workstations boast complimentary WiFi and unlimited tea and coffee and anyone looking for...

12 December, 2024

An IT consultancy based in Wellingborough is calling on businesses to fight back against cyber-crime and security breaches by safeguarding their vital data and cloud applications.According to a Cyber Security Breaches Survey carried out by the government, half of businesses reported that they have experienced some form of cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months.The introduction of a new Azure managed service from 3RS IT Solutions promises to offer businesses strong protection against such cyber threats while improving the safety and security of its cloud applications.Security threats have much become part of everyday life thanks to advancements...

06 December, 2024

As Small Business Saturday approaches, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has launched a new interactive online tool and clearer guidance for people working for themselves and individuals considering self-employment.Aimed at supporting new and existing ‘sole traders’ to better understand their responsibilities, the new interactive tool explains the records they may need to keep, taxes that may apply to their business, and includes other useful information, for example how to pay a tax bill.Whether preparing a first business plan, finding their feet as a fledgling firm, or already an established enterprise - small businesses across the UK can access the support and information...

05 December, 2024

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) is excited to announce a series of new initiatives aimed at helping transform the Grosvenor Shopping centre and enhancing the vitality of Northampton town centre.In partnership with Evolve, the owners of the Grosvenor centre, these initiatives are designed to attract more shoppers, support new businesses, and ensure a sustainable future for the town.While the centre has recently attracted a number of new tenants, some units remain vacant or underused and the council saw and opportunity to build on already successful town centre regeneration schemes.Under the new plans, to be discussed at Cabinet on Tuesday 10 December,...

03 December, 2024

Ready for “lights, camera, action”? Then get involved in the production of a film about Northants’ unique independent spirit, set to premiere at the launch of the 2025 edition of Northampton Film Festival.Northampton Film Festival (NFF) will take place from 7 – 15 March 2025 at Delapré Abbey, Cineworld Northampton and the University of Northampton, but the action begins before that, in December 2024 - with Northampton residents invited to take part in the production of a film about Northants: a county of Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers.The film will be produced between December and February...

03 December, 2024