A new strategy has been launched by Northamptonshire charity Teamwork Trust – with a clear focus on education, volunteering and a renewed commitment to putting service users firmly at the heart of all decision-making.The charity,  which has day centres in Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough, supports autistic adults, people with learning disabilities and individuals with mental health needs.Its new three-year strategy has been co-produced by service users, staff and trustees, and has been designed to expand on the ways in which the charity sustains its services and meets the goals and objectives of the people they support.Chair of trustees Ceri Davies...

30 May, 2024

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history that surrounds Holdenby House this bank holiday weekend.Holdenby House is still a very loved family home to the Lowther family, who open their doors to visitors to enjoy only a few times a year, This weekend and August Bank Holiday are the only days this year you will be able to explore the houses timeless charm and storied past from 1583 to today.Holdenby House, built in 1583 stands as a testament to our vibrant history and architectural beauty. Once the summer house to King James and subsequently the place...

23 May, 2024

A digital product design consultancy that rents office space at Northampton’s Vulcan Works has said being around likeminded businesses and part of a creative community is what attracted them to the workspace.Intrface was one of the first customers to move into the building in April last year, taking occupancy of a four-person office in the newly renovated building in the town’s Cultural Quarter.Cofounder and design director Aaron Humphreys said the mission of the operation resonated with him and his team, who work with funded startups, SaaS companies and SMEs to design and develop mobile and web applications.Aaron said: “At the...

23 May, 2024

Enter early and win two free tickets to the hottest event in Northamptonshire – the 2024 NNBN Awards.The NNBN Awards, which in 2023 attracted more than 180 award submissions to its 12 categories, is back. This year the organisers, who have expanded their awards to 14 categories, want to encourage Northamptonshire organisations to enter early. The incentive is to win two free tickets to the awards, set to take place on Friday 4th October.This prize, worth £180,  is being provided by one of the award’s headline sponsors – local PR and marketing company Pilkington Communications.Pilkington Communications Director Jessica Pilkington explained:...

21 May, 2024

The organisation, which runs a host of green, cultural and creative projects and also works with young people and adults to help them overcoming challenges and find new opportunities, is seeking new talent to join their growing team.The five vacancies are:Green Projects Officer Healthy Communities Manager - 22.5 hours per week Education Support Worker - part time, term time only Administrative Assistant - 18.5 hours per week Youth Engagement Officer.Kate Williams, CEO of Groundwork Northamptonshire, added: "We are recruiting for five new team members, to support us with a range of different projects from food and heathy living to...

21 May, 2024

Vulcan Works, providers of office space and business support for companies and individuals working in creative and digital industries, marked its first anniversary on Wednesday, May 15 with a VIP event.Officially launched in April 2023, Vulcan Works was created through transforming a Grade II listed former ironworks factory in Northampton town centre into a hub that provides office space, hot desking, meeting room hire and creative workspaces and workshops.The £14 million project was funded by West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership (SEMLEP), which facilitated a Local Growth Fund contribution of £6.3 million, together with £3.06...

21 May, 2024

Northamptonshire Farming Entrepreneur Milly Fyfe® ARAgS will head up a new radio show called ‘Tastes of the Shire; exploring Northampton’s food and farming scene from field to fork’ airs for the first time on Saturday 1st June.The show will feature a variety of interviews with grassroots farmers, producers, makers and foodies from Northampton and the surrounding countryside, to discover what is made, produced, sold and available to enjoy around the local area.Milly commented ‘I have a real passion for sharing amazing stories interviewing inspiring people who grow, rear, and process the food and drink we can enjoy, found right on...

14 May, 2024

Local residents Jack Pishhorn and Nick Hayton are excited to announce their participation in the Great North Swim at Lake Windermere this June. They are swimming in support of the Twinkling Stars appeal by Northamptonshire Health Charity at Kettering General Hospital. This initiative aims to raise funds for a much-needed bereavement maternity suite.The Twinkling Stars appeal focuses on providing a dedicated space for patients and families dealing with loss. The funds raised will contribute to building individual rooms, a dedicated entrance, and a serene outdoor area, ensuring comfort and privacy during difficult times.“I am thrilled to take part in the...

14 May, 2024

Businesses and VIPs gathered in Northampton this month to celebrate the launch of a unique knife crime youth mentoring programme.Rob White Mentoring, set up to support young, at-risk people and launched by Rob in memory of his brother Eddie White who died 24 years ago, is being supported by Brackmills BID, Goodwill Solutions and a host of other Northamptonshire organisations.Rob, unveiling his plans, told guests his focus was on tackling knife crime domestic violence and that his mentoring initiative had been designed to support young, at-risk people and help them shape their own lives through education, discipline and motivation.“It’s about...

13 May, 2024

Vulcan Works, a serviced workspace hub for startup businesses in Northampton, has won an award for the positive impact it has had on the county since opening its doors in February 2023.The Gold Positive Impact Award was presented at the Northamptonshire SME Awards ceremony on Thursday 2nd May, with judges praising Vulcan Works for ‘innovating and adapting their business to not only thrive but benefit the wider community’.Despite only opening to the public 15 months ago, Vulcan Works has quickly established itself as a crucial part of the local business community.It has supported young businesses and startups in the digital...

08 May, 2024

Green fingered service users from Northamptonshire charity Teamwork Trust are digging, planting, sowing and growing – all part of a new greenhouse and gardening project.This has been made possible thanks to a recent donation of more than £1,100 from Kettering town councillor Keli Watts – part of the North Northamptonshire Council Councillor Empowerment Fund.The new greenhouse, installed at Teamwork Trust’s Kettering centre, has empowered service users - autistic adults, people with learning disabilities and individuals with mental health needs – to plant their first vegetables and herbs. The funding has also equipped  the charity with new gardening tools, supplies and...

07 May, 2024