North Northamptonshire Council is asking residents to give their views on final draft proposals for a strategy to shape walking, wheeling and cycling routes in Wellingborough, Rushden, Higham Ferrers and Raunds and the surrounding rural areas.Known as a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) – the blueprint will provide a strategic approach to identifying cycling and walking improvements at a local level, enabling a long-term approach to developing networks for the next ten years.The LCWIP also forms a vital part of the government’s strategy to increase the number of trips made on foot or by cycle.By creating a good...

16 September, 2024

People are being asked to have their say on the Council’s draft climate change framework.The draft framework will be used to inform the Council’s Climate Change Strategy, and outlines the council’s vision, approach, and key areas of focus to address the effects of climate change over the next six years.The framework identifies six key areas of focus that climate change could impact in North Northamptonshire:Transport Homes and the Built Environment Nature, Food and Farming Energy Green Economy WastePlans for each sector focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, building resilience to climate change, and ensuring an equitable transition to a...

16 September, 2024

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has continued to make progress in its sustainability journey by retaining a national environmental accreditation.WNC is pleased to have retained the Bronze Award accreditation with the Investors in the Environment scheme (iiE) following an independent audit, showing its commitment to reducing its environmental impact.iiE is a national environmental accreditation scheme designed to help organisations save time and money, reduce their impact on the environment, and get recognition for their progress.The Council has worked to improve on the foundations put in place through achieving the bronze award last year for the first time, with it being less...

16 September, 2024

Rachel McGrath, Chief Executive of Northamptonshire Community Foundation, has raised almost £3,000 for the foundation’s General Fund by completing the 100km South Coast Challenge.Northamptonshire Community Foundation is the county’s largest independent grant-making organisation. During the financial year 2023/24, the foundation awarded more than £2.9 million in grants to small local charities, community groups and volunteer-led organisations.The General Fund supports the foundation’s charitable activities and means that the team can continue awarding vital grants to the groups on the ground, supporting Northamptonshire’s most vulnerable residents.Rachel completed the 100km trek across Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th September. She said: “Last weekend, thanks...

16 September, 2024

A GROUNDBREAKING new project has been launched by a leading county charity.SERVE, which helps elderly people and people with disabilities to live independent lives, has launched its ‘Happy To Seve’ initiative.The project is designed to enable SERVE and businesses, to work alongside each other.The charity’s CEO Tony Gibbs said: “If you've got your own business, discover how working with a charity will boost your sales through our ‘Happy To Serve’ initiative.“Our groundbreaking marketing plan - ‘Happy to Serve’  - will transform your perception of a charity as well as show you how working together will give your business new and...

16 September, 2024

Get ready to indulge in a feast for the senses! The much-anticipated Northamptonshire's Good Food and Drink Festival is returning for its sixth consecutive year on Sunday 29th September promising a day filled with the finest local  food, beverages, and entertainment. Held at the Kettering Park Hotel & Spa, this year’s event is set to be just as busy and fun packed as previous years.Event Highlights Include:Over 30 vendors featuring home made delights, from cakes, cheese, rum, bread and so much more Baking sessions for young budding bakers – suitable for 2 ½ years upwards with Cookery Doodle Doo ...

14 September, 2024

Local organisations, businesses, charities and community groups across West Northamptonshire are invited to be part of the upcoming grand reopening of Northampton’s historic Market Square on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October.This special event is more than just a celebration of the completion of regeneration works - it’s an opportunity to showcase the incredible community spirit that makes Northampton such a unique place to live, work, visit, and thrive.West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) are looking for enthusiastic local organisations to get involved in various ways to make this event a true reflection of the community talent, generosity, and collaborative spirit we...

14 September, 2024

Senior lettings consultant, Ewelina Mikolajczuk, is celebrating ten years’ service at Belvoir Corby estate agents, having started there as an admin back in 2014.Over the past decade Ewelina’s role has evolved significantly thanks to ample opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, grow and develop – something that she has embraced to help support her progression.“The last ten years here at Belvoir has been an amazing experience,” said Ewelina. “I began work as an admin, then moved on to be a lettings consultant. As I gained more experience and the company grew, I transitioned into a senior lettings consultant.“This progression has...

11 September, 2024

Franklins Solicitors, a leading legal firm with offices in Milton Keynes and Northampton, is inviting local charities to nominate themselves as beneficiaries of their annual fundraising campaign – the Franklins £50 Challenge. This year, Franklins has pledged to support a minimum of eight local charities through the initiative, with nominations open until 27th September 2024.The Franklins £50 Challenge 2025 will run from 24th February to 23rd May 2025. Now in its sixth year, the campaign has become a significant platform for local charities to partner with businesses in raising essential funds for their services. The 2025 campaign theme, Local Help...

11 September, 2024

The Creative Place - a new space for aspiring and established creatives, or anyone wanting to learn more about the arts in Northants - will open on Northampton’s newly refurbished Market Square, on Friday 20th September, with everyone invited to visit between 10am and 7pm  for a mini tour, drinks and cake.Perhaps the smallest art centre in the world, this new creative industries hub for Northamptonshire is the initiative of the non-profit oroganisation Northampton Film Festival (NFF), supported by CLICK Arts Foundation and West Northamptonshire Council. Easily accessible, in the heart of Northampton, it will provide a space for local...

10 September, 2024

The festival, now in its fifth year, is part of the venue’s Generate Artist Development programme, and takes place from Mon 7 to Sun 13 October, and Mon 18 November. GenFest features showcases, new writing, workshops and networking opportunities, all hosted at Royal & Derngate.The festival is a platform that enables local artists to see their work developed, supported by Royal & Derngate’s Creative Engagement team – and gives theatre makers a place to test ideas or present a first tour of new work. It is a pillar of the Generate programme, which has been running for 12 years, and...

10 September, 2024