Ballyhoo PR, a Northamptonshire-based public relations agency, has moved its operations from Lamport to creative hub Vulcan Works, in the heart of Northampton’s Cultural Quarter.The move marks the start of a new chapter for Ballyhoo PR, which celebrated nine years in business last month.Ballyhoo PR started working with the team at Vulcan Works at the end of 2022, preparing for its official opening in February 2023. Since then, they have established a strong agency/client relationship and Ballyhoo PR has seen first-hand the benefits of using the flexible workspace and additional services provided by Vulcan Works to support business growth.Emma Speirs,...

06 June, 2025

Students from Northampton College have unveiled a striking new mural now on permanent display at the Grosvenor Centre – brightening up a well-used corner of the popular town centre shopping mall.Working alongside colleagues from the College’s construction team, the Level 3 Illustration and Art & Design students created an expressive typographic design of the word ‘Grosvenor’ inspired by landmarks from around Northampton.Each student submitted individual design concepts, with Illustration student Victoria Sosinska’s artwork selected by the Grosvenor Centre team for the final mural due to the clarity of the striking design.Art and Design teacher Katie Brosnan said: “This collaborative project...

06 June, 2025

Families and communities across West Northamptonshire will be able to enjoy a whole host of activities at Northampton Market between now and this summer. The square is the beating heart of the town, with a packed programme of events, activities, and business opportunities - headlined by the arrival of the Women’s Rugby World Cup fan zone in Market Square.This exciting addition will bring fans and families together to enjoy live match screenings, community celebrations, and a buzzing festival atmosphere right in the town centre. Whether you're a lifelong rugby supporter or just looking for a great day out, the fan zone promises to be...

06 June, 2025

As part of a wider project led by North Northamptonshire Council, full resurfacing of one of the main routes through Corby town centre is scheduled for later this month.Working with Kier Transportation, works along Elizabeth Street will mean a full overnight road closure in place from 7pm - 6am between Monday 16 June - Friday 4 July. The road will be accessible as normal outside these times.The work will follow on from recent works on the footways along Elizabeth Street and will see a full resurfacing of the road.This scheme is part of the Town Centre to Train Station link...

04 June, 2025

An independent IT consultancy is celebrating five years’ service of one of its Board directors, with the launch of a special edition of its podcast.Ethan Malvern joined 3RS IT Solutions as a 16-year-old infrastructure technician apprentice with Baltic Apprenticeships, and has swiftly risen through the ranks, serving as service team leader and most recently, as technical director.At the age of 19, he became one of the youngest company directors in the UK, having joined the company’s Board alongside Leila Souch and the company’s managing director and founder, Steve Souch.A trusted and well-respected member of the 3RS team, which operates from...

04 June, 2025

A transformative regeneration project is set to unlock the true potential of Northampton. The scheme will include the delivery of over 1000 new homes, jobs, green spaces, and cultural destinations that will benefit residents, businesses, and visitors across West Northamptonshire.West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and ECF – a joint venture between Legal & General, Homes England, and Muse – have now entered into a Development Agreement to bring this ambitious vision to life.The Greyfriars scheme will revitalise a long-neglected area of the heart of the town centre, creating a vibrant, inclusive, and well-connected community that supports healthier lifestyles, economic growth, and a renewed...

04 June, 2025

An award-winning Northants company is embarking on a recruitment drive to further expand its team.See Limited, a group holding company of businesses operating in the UK’s built environment industry, is looking to recruit two new employees to join the fabrication arm of its business, Bousfields, based in Corby, Northamptonshire.Bousfields has established a reputation for excellence in panel fabrication since 1949. As the company continues to expand and evolve its business activities to ensure a first-class service to its customers, See Limited is recruiting for a production support specialist and sales account executive to join the multi-award-winning business.A vital operational position,...

04 June, 2025

Vital volunteers for Cynthia Spencer Hospice were celebrated for their invaluable efforts at a special event today to mark Volunteers Week (2nd-6th June 2025).The Volunteers Afternoon of Appreciation took place at The Abbey Centre in East Hunsbury and saw the charity’s kind-hearted volunteers thanked for their hard work, with afternoon tea, close up magic and a quiz.Both the fundraising and the hospice team took the time to personally show their gratitude to all of the guests, who between them help inside the hospice, work in the donation station and retail, support the administration team and help with collections and fundraising...

04 June, 2025

A once-neglected corner of St Giles churchyard in Northampton town centre has been transformed into a peaceful new seating area, thanks to a collaboration between local organisations, students, and volunteers.This part of the churchyard had previously been a problem area, often collecting litter and showing signs of anti-social behaviour. With support from Northampton Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID), St Giles Community Group led a project to turn the space into something positive and welcoming.Two benches, five hanging basket posts and a bin, reclaimed from the recent Abington Street works and donated by West Northamptonshire Council, were refurbished by students...

03 June, 2025

The popular Homes & Gardens Fair returns to the beautiful grounds of Boughton House, near Kettering, on June 7 & 8, from 10:30am to 4:00pm. This much-loved event offers a weekend of inspiration for anyone interested in interiors, gardening, and quality craftsmanship.Visitors can browse a wide selection of stalls featuring local independent brands, including antiques dealers, furniture makers, interior designers, and garden specialists. It’s the perfect chance to discover one-of-a-kind pieces, thoughtful gifts, and expert ideas to enhance your home and garden.Event Highlights:Curated Shopping Experience: Explore a diverse mix of stalls set within the stunning Boughton estate, offering everything from...

03 June, 2025

Using funding from the Rural England Prosperity Fund and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, North Northamptonshire Council has launched two business capital grant schemes.Until 8am on Monday 23 June, the Rural Business Grant Scheme and the Business Growth Scheme are both accepting applications for capital grants of between £5,000 and £25,000.The grants are designed to help micro and small business become more resilient and support growth. All projects must be delivered and spend claimed by 31 January 2026.The grants are aimed at:micro and small sized businesses located within North Northamptonshire (must have fewer than 49 employees) business must have...

03 June, 2025