A project designed to provide an improved and safer route for pedestrians and cyclists between Corby train station and the town centre will start early next month.The Town Centre to Train Station link road is one of the projects which North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) was awarded funding from Government to deliver.In September 2022, residents were asked for their views on a concept design. With the comments received, a revised plan was then consulted on in December 2023. This consultation has led to further improvements and now work will start on the final plans for the scheme to be delivered.The new...

22 July, 2024

A Northamptonshire heritage attraction has joined forces with Northamptonshire Community Foundation to support their Family Food Aid Appeal this summer.The Chester House Estate, based in Irchester, has relaunched their food venue ‘The Farmhouse’ last month, and as part of their new summer menus, the team have included a £4.95 option for visitors to ‘donate a meal’ to help provide nutritious meals and essential support services to families in need across Northamptonshire.The launch of The Farmhouse was part of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Week, and includes new menus, branding, fixtures and fittings and welcoming a host of new local suppliers....

22 July, 2024

Through the Rural Community Needs Fund, Northamptonshire Community Foundation has awarded more than £109,000 to 13 charities and community organisations working to tackle urgent needs such as poverty and access to services across local rural towns, villages and the countryside.Rachel McGrath, Chief Executive of Northamptonshire Community Foundation, said: “We established our Shining a Spotlight on Rural Community Needs appeal in March 2023, with the aim of supporting rural communities across Northamptonshire, improving their access to vital services and ensuring that they receive their fair share of funding.“We’re very grateful to every generous donor who supported the appeal, and to the...

22 July, 2024

An award-winning Northamptonshire-based construction consultancy has pledged its support to a successful sector-specific networking group in neighbouring Milton Keynes.Bhangals Construction Consultants has joined the MK Property and Construction Network (MKPCN) as a new sponsor. The announcement was made at the recent MKPCN summer event.MKPCN is an informal networking event designed for property development and construction professionals in the region. It provides a forum for like-minded individuals to meet, share best practices, discuss current challenges, and identify business opportunities in a relaxed and casual setting.Bhangals Construction Consultants joins the ranks of existing sponsors Aureum Finance, Aureum Insurance, Smith Jenkins, and FormFive,...

22 July, 2024

Historic and cultural sites across Northamptonshire are invited to take part in this year’s Heritage Open Days, which will take place between 6 and 15 September.Venues such as stately homes, buildings of historic interest, museums, places of worship, and archaeological sites can now register to participate in Heritage Open Days, which is England’s largest annual festival of history and culture.This year’s event will utilise the theme Routes, Networks & Connections to bring together the past and present with workshops, walks, talks, hidden spaces, and activities for all the family, and for the first time will include many offers from attractions...

19 July, 2024

Corby Foodbank, which supports local people in food crisis, has benefitted from a £20,000 donation of food – the equivalent of an incredible 6,262kgs – from VolkerFitzpatrick, one of the UK's leading engineering and construction companies.The generous donation was made as part of VolkerFitzpatrick’s commitment to engage with the community and leave a lasting legacy during the completion of two state-of-the-art units totalling £84 million at Magna Park in Corby – one of the UK’s largest logistics and distribution parks.Corby Foodbank distributes three-day emergency, non-perishable food parcels to local people in food crisis and the provisions, provided monthly over the...

18 July, 2024

As the UK tour of Madagascar The Musical arrives in Northampton, for performances at Royal & Derngate, some of the cast took time out to visit popular family visitor attraction Wicksteed Park, in nearby Kettering.Madagascar The Musical can be seen from tonight (Thursday 18 July) until Sunday 21 July at Royal & Derngate, as part of a UK tour of the smash-hit family favourite.While preparations for the first Northampton performance were underway at the theatre, some of the animal characters escaped for an hour or so for a mini-adventure. Mort the Lemur and the the penguins (along with their puppeteers)...

18 July, 2024

You’re invited to Network & Learn: Business Support ShowcaseThis month the Growth Hub is turning the spotlight on the huge variety of business support available to you.You'll be able to hear directly from business support providers as they showcase the available programmes and funding opportunities you can utilise, to support your journey to business success.Join us for Network & Learn to:Hear about the latest business support programmes from the Growth Hub Take a deep dive into the Resource Library Discover the business support specific to your areaCTA: Book your free ticket today > Network & Learn - Business...

17 July, 2024

A team of 23 from Corby-based SEE Limited, a group holding company responsible for three businesses involved in the supply, distribution and fabrication of wood veneer and decorative laminate panels, has raised more than £5,000 for Cancer Research UK by battling their way through more than 10 gruelling miles and 23 challenging obstacles in the Tough Mudder challenge, which took place at Belvoir Castle in Grantham.Crossing the finish line in around three hours, the team joined forces to help bolster the crucial efforts and vital research that goes into saving lives and finding cures and treatment for cancer, raising £5,355.Robert...

17 July, 2024

Northamptonshire Business Crime Partnership, working together with Wellingborough Town Council are launching the WARS against Anti-Social Behaviour in Wellingborough.WARS is Wellingborough Anti-Social Behaviour Reporting Scheme.  The NBCP together with the Police, local ASB officers and businesses on Wellingborough Town Centre can work together to prevent and deter criminal activities but also disrupt the root causes of anti-social behaviour enhancing community safety, for shoppers, workers, and all visitors.This collaboration, officially launched on Monday 1st July, marks a significant step forward in proactively addressing issues related to crime and anti-social behaviour.WARS uses easily accessible technology, known as DISC, to enable member businesses...

17 July, 2024

Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) held its annual showcase event in West Northamptonshire this week with an Innovation & Growth Roundtable.The sold-out conference event, which relocated from Milton Keynes to Northampton this year, provides attendees with an opportunity to listen to insightful presentations, debate with peers, share knowledge, and network with business leaders across the cluster.This year, West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) joined forces with the South Midlands Growth Hub and Bucks Business First to sponsor the event and showcase its support for all businesses as well as its dedication to STC and the industries it represents.The Council, a founding member of...

17 July, 2024