Vulcan works, a collaborative flexible working space, and Barclays have partnered to launch an Eagle Lab in Northampton.The Barclays Eagle Lab aims to drive growth in the local economy by boosting the Northamptonshire eco system for start-up and young businesses, signposting them to a network of industry experts and mentors as well as growth programmes, events and workshops, and investors and funding streams.The Lab will look to complement existing services offered by Vulcan Works’ own Business Growth Manager, Darren Smith.Barclays Eagle Labs’ Eco System Manager, Owen Moran, will be based at Vulcan Works as part of a contract between the...

04 October, 2023

Imagine it’s Christmas, you’re elderly and in hospital, isolated and alone. This scenario is a harsh reality for many elderly patients, some of whom may not receive any visitors or gifts. Northamptonshire Health Charity is launching its annual Christmas Gifts for Patients appeal, a heart-warming initiative that seeks to brighten the festive season for patients who find themselves in the hospital during Christmas.Alison McCulloch, Head of Fundraising for the charity said, “Our Christmas Appeal was started many years ago to support those elderly patients who have nobody. Bringing a little joy to them on Christmas day really makes such a difference. The...

03 October, 2023

In partnership with the University of Northampton’s Institute for Social Innovation and Impact, Northamptonshire Community Foundation has published the second Northamptonshire Hidden Needs Report.Northamptonshire Community Foundation is the largest independent grant-making charity in the county, supporting vulnerable local residents with a place-based approach to fulfilling need. The foundation funds a range of organisations and charities tackling urgent need locally; local Foundation-funded organisations featuring in the Hidden Needs Report include Northampton Town Football in the Community, KidsAid, the Lowdown and Serve Rushden.A follow-up to the original report published in 2018, the 2023 Northamptonshire Hidden Needs Report highlights urgent and priority needs...

03 October, 2023

Local radio station NLive Radio has been shortlisted in the 2023 Community Radio Awards.The station has made the shortlist, which was whittled down from entries from stations from every corner of the UK.The station has picked up nominations in the Best Female, Sage Person, Specialist Content Show, and the HM Queen Elizabeth II – Her life, Her Reign, and her passing categories.The winners will be revealed in a ceremony in Newcastle-upon-Tyne on November 4.Martin Steers, Station Manager, said: “We are delighted our presenters and shows have been recognised among a large number of other stations doing great work across the...

02 October, 2023

A £14 million hub for startup businesses in the creative industries and digital sectors has reached the final for two prestigious local business awards.Vulcan Works, which opened in Northampton in February, has been announced as a finalist in two categories at the Northamptonshire Business Excellence Awards – Land and Development Award and Innovation Award.The awards are recognition of the efforts of the Vulcan Works team and West Northamptonshire Council, who not only part-funded the project but was instrumental in facilitating the development and appointed Oxford Innovation to manage the space.The Land and Development Award acknowledges a construction project that has...

27 September, 2023

The offering at the Chester House Estate is continuing to grow with a new escape room - Spellbound: The Witches of Chester House - set to open in October.The team at the Chester House, which is overseen by North Northamptonshire Council, have teamed up with Trapp’d on this exciting new venture, which also sees a further two escape rooms planned for the site.The new escape room will be a family friendly, fantasy adventure set in an enchanted forest where players must cast a spell to release a witch’s curse and is set to open in the spookiest month of the...

22 September, 2023

Unlocking the Future of Northamptonshire's Manufacturing IndustryAs we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation, it's crucial to remember the backbone of our local economy: the manufacturing industry. On  National Manufacturing Day, 28 September 2023, Paradise Computing invites you to join us for an exclusive Factory Tour at igus UK, based in Brackmills, Northampton.Why Support Local Industry?Manufacturing is not just about producing goods; it's about producing value, jobs, and sustainable growth for our community. By supporting local manufacturers, we're investing in the future of Northamptonshire. We're fostering an environment where businesses can thrive, innovate, and contribute to the local...

21 September, 2023

Bereaved children in Northamptonshire have been gifted the chance to remember, thanks to a £2,000 donation to local charity, The Never Alone Project.The charity, which supports children, families and professionals dealing with grief, received the fund from Commsave – a locally-based credit union which has awarded more than £30,000 to charities and causes across the country through its Community Fund.This £2,000 will fund more than 100 memory boxes to be made by children, which helps children protect their special objects and reflect on memories with their lost love ones.Ilze Lee, founder of The Never Alone Project, said: “Nobody would choose...

20 September, 2023

NLive Radio is celebrating it’s localness with its Undiscovered Northampton show hitting 3 months since its launch, and with more local shows added to their schedule, showing it’s commitment as the station that loves Northampton and becoming the most local station for the whole of Northampton.Undiscovered Northampton, weekdays 10am to 1pm, with Paul Brennecke was launched back in May and has been a real success within the local Northampton community with Paul chatting to over 200 people in that time, including local charities, local organisations, local arts and culture groups, and also plugging what’s going on within Northampton.Show host Paul...

20 September, 2023

Have you booked your event, conference, wedding, or Christmas Party at Wicksteed Park? Do you have colleagues, friends, or family visiting from out of town? If so, then Wicksteed Park will be able to offer discounted accommodation through a new partnership with Holiday Inn Express Kettering.If your booking is confirmed at Wicksteed Park then the booker will be directed to Sales Coordinator, Allen Tew, at Holiday Inn Express Kettering. Depending on your requirements, the hotel will be able to offer a group discount on their double and twin rooms.We understand that organising accommodation for a group of people can be...

18 September, 2023

This Sunday (17/9/23), the teams at Corby-based action sports venue, Adrenaline Alley, and Northamptonshire Community Foundation will be announcing the launch of The John Chard-Young Legacy Fund. This will be a bursary scheme to provide those in need with access to Adrenaline Alley, Active In Motion health & wellbeing centre, and counselling sessions.John Chard-Young was the co-founder and inspiration behind Adrenaline Alley which is now the largest skatepark in Europe. The story began in 2001 when John endured a brutal attack while he was out with his skateboard, a struggle he faced after years of suffering from an undiagnosed brain...

14 September, 2023