Dozens of Year 10 pupils from four schools across Northamptonshire have been urged to “think green” and play their part in helping to tackle the global climate emergency.The rallying call was issued as part of ‘Sustainable Futures’ a day-long series of hands-on workshops delivered by Northampton College aiming to inspire students to consider careers in industries that will have an impact on the future of the planet.Students from Guilsborough Academy, Campion School, The Duston School and Sir Christopher Hatton Academy took part in the event, held to mark ‘Earth Day’, learning how embedding sustainable practices into a wide range of...

22 April, 2024

James Peck is going back into the kitchen for his third business ventureA Wellingborough restaurant owner is gearing up to take over a traditional village pub in Northampton - with sights set on an opening date for early May.James Peck, who owns the award-winning wood-smoked restaurant, Ember, has today announced he will be taking over The Four Pears.The Little Houghton pub is the third business in James’ growing catalogue, including Ember and Number 13 cocktail bar at Nene Court.The pub will be a really special location because of its upstairs private dining space and emphasis on family-friendly Sunday roasts, according...

22 April, 2024

Award-winning people experts HR Solutions have published a brand-new strategic white paper to help business owners understand the importance of aligning business objectives to HR principles in the modern workplace.The in-depth report states that by merging people strategy with business strategy, companies can future proof their organisation and attain a competitive edge, whatever their industry.Strategic HR Thinking for 2024: Aligning People and Business Strategy is a seminal guide targeted at business leaders, HR managers, and any forward-thinking individual committed to catalysing business growth through innovative HR practices.Written by the Kettering-based HR specialists, the authoritative document provides comprehensive insight into the...

22 April, 2024

During the 2023/24 financial year, Northamptonshire Community Foundation awarded more than £2.97 million in grants to small charities, community groups and volunteer-led organisations across the county.Rachel McGrath, CEO of Northamptonshire Community Foundation, said: “This milestone, awarding almost £3 million in grants, means that 2023 was our largest grant-making year yet.“I am so proud of our dedicated team of staff, trustees, volunteers, patrons and ambassadors who work so incredibly hard to help support brilliant local charities and volunteer-led groups on behalf of our generous donors to make a real difference in the lives of some of our most vulnerable residents and...

22 April, 2024

A forgotten green space in Northampton town centre restored to its former glory thanks to a lottery-funded volunteer project has been given a fresh new look ahead of the summer.Northampton Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID) last year secured £10,000 of Lottery funding to pay for the work in St Katherine’s Gardens. Initial work involved the creation of new planters, bins and seating areas while eye-catching murals were painted on the walls. Plants used in the initial work were funded by Northampton Town Council.The second phase of work began this week and saw new shrubs, flowers and trees planted to...

19 April, 2024

Northamptonshire Health Charity is delighted to announce a significant milestone in its campaign to enhance the outdoor facilities for young patients at Northampton General Hospital (NGH). Thanks to the remarkable generosity of the Nunney family, who organised the ‘Strictly Sebastian’ fundraising event in memory of their son Sebastian, the charity has received a substantial donation towards its goal of raising over £250,000 for the Disney and Paddington wards' outdoor play area.The existing outdoor space, serving as the sole play area for children across the hospital, has long needed an update to make it more suitable. With the support of the...

19 April, 2024

Discover Northamptonshire are working in partnership with the Northamptonshire Family History Society, with support from Wicksteed Park to hold a Heritage Fair on Sunday 28 April at Wicksteed Park.History, heritage, and visitor attractions will be celebrated as part of the Heritage Fair.  The event will be officially opened at 11am by Councillor Barbara Jenney, Chairman of North Northamptonshire Council. Mr Oliver Wicksteed and wife will also be in attendance.Cllr Helen Howell, Deputy Leader of North Northamptonshire Council and Executive Member for Sport, Leisure, Culture and Tourism, said:“This is a great opportunity for the public to come and find out more...

18 April, 2024

A leading financial planning firm has been named as a finalist in two categories of the prestigious SME Northamptonshire Business Awards.O’Sullivan Financial Planning has been shortlisted for the Best Enterprising Business Award and the High Growth Business of the Year Award, in recognition of the company’s innovative approach to business, and the way they have contributed to employment growth in the last 12 months.O’Sullivan Financial Planning have had a momentous year. In June 2023, the company moved from remote working to a 610 square feet converted barn office in Lamport, Northamptonshire.The team has more than doubled from two advisers to...

18 April, 2024

Local market traders and businesses who are interested in moving to the revitalised Northampton Market Square are encouraged to submit an expression of interest.Northampton is home to one of the longest running outdoor markets in Europe. The historic market square is undergoing extensive refurbishment and West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) is looking for traders to be a part of the revitalised market as it opens late summer 2024.Existing and prospective traders are invited to attend a drop-in session at Northampton Library, Abington Street, Northampton NN1 2BA with WNC and Business & Intellectual Property Centre Northamptonshire (BIPC) on Monday 22 April between...

18 April, 2024

Chefs across Northamptonshire are uniting for an evening of incredible food, drink and entertainment next month - with doors being thrown open to the public for the first time.Restaurant owner James Peck and DJ duo Reverb Parties are playing host to 70 guests at their latest event, ‘Industry Night’, on Sunday, 5 May at Ember and Number 13 in Wellingborough.The fun-filled bank holiday party not only promises foodies a night of amazing DJ sets and fire breathing performances but popular county guest chefs will also come together to showcase fan-favourite dishes - with names to be announced in the coming...

18 April, 2024

A brand-new innovative coworking event being held at Northampton’s Vulcan Works aims to bring together solo entrepreneurs and freelancers and tackle isolation and loneliness at work.Cowork Club is about connecting self-employed microbusiness owners once a month in a one-day event that combines networking and coworking.Organisers Penni and Jo Pickering want to create a community of freelancers who can use the event to meet new people, solve challenges and share ideas.Penni, who is a web developer, said: “Cowork Club is about the magic that happens when you bring freelancers and microbusiness owners together and we’ve started it because it’s something that...

17 April, 2024