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Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy comes to West Northants this half term
Excitement is building for the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 as the official tournament trophy makes a special stop in Northampton next week.
Residents and families will have the unique opportunity to see the prestigious trophy up close; snap a picture with the Women's Rugby World Cup selfie frame; and learn more about the tournament and how they can get involved in the lead up to the event, with several...
Posted: Fri, 14 Feb 2025
Groundworks begin to deliver new Overstone Park Primary School
Work has officially begun on the construction of Overstone Park Primary School, a state-of-the-art, non-selective, state-funded primary school at the Overstone Leys development in north-east Northampton. A groundbreaking ceremony took place on Tuesday, 11 February, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of this much-anticipated educational facility.
Scheduled for completion in April 2026, Overstone...
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
Cabinet gives the green light for St James Depot regeneration set to benefit Northampton residents
A long-neglected brownfield site situated in a prominent gateway site location on the edge of Northampton Town Centre has been awarded £1.37 million from the Government's Brownfield Land Release Fund. The former St James bus depot will be transformed into a vibrant new neighbourhood. West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) is pleased to announce that the Cabinet has approved the plans for this exciting...
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
MOULTON PARISH COUNCIL - HANGING BASKET DONATIONS 2025
Moulton Parish Council continues to strive to improve Moulton village for the benefit and enjoyment of all residents and visitors, and we write to advise you that we are now requesting hanging basket donations for 2025.
We request donations from residents and village groups who would like to get involved and help provide hanging baskets throughout the village and bedding plants for the Stocks Hill planters,...
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
Roadworks - Sywell Road, Overstone - 3rd - 16th March 2025
Mida Civils are intending on carrying out section 278 works, including kerbing re-alignment, footpath and carriageway resurfacing works on Sywell Road, Overstone. To undertake this work safely will require that the road will be closed for up to 14 days and it is expected that the works will commence on the 3rd March 2025.
The closure and diversion can be viewed here https://one.network/?tm=142158959...
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
Roadworks - Pound Lane, Moulton - 21st February 2025
What's Happening?
What: Kier will carrying out carriageway patching/pothole repairs.
Where: Pound Lane, Moulton
When: 21st February 2025
Times: 9:00-15:00
Traffic Management: There will be a road closure in place, with access only.
Residents: Will have access to their properties, however please allow for extra time.
Emergency Vehicles: Emergency vehicles will have access.
Pedestrians and Cyclists: Will have...
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
Residents invited to nominate historical figures to honour West Northants history
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) is launching a new Blue Plaque Scheme to honour the people and events that have shaped the area's rich culture and history.
As part of the Histories of Northamptonshire project, led by Northampton Museums & Art Gallery and supported by Arts Council England, the scheme aims to commemorate remarkable individuals and groups who have left a lasting legacy.
Building...
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
Fraud officers warn against rogue traders operating in Northamptonshire
Officers from Northamptonshire Police's Economic Crime Unit are warning the public about a group of rogue traders who have been attempting to scam vulnerable people in the county.
Last week, the team were called to an incident in Kettering whereby an elderly couple with vulnerabilities have had men at their door on numerous occasions since November posing as loft insulation and solar panel specialists....
Posted: Wed, 12 Feb 2025
Proposals for New Health and Wellbeing Surgery in Moulton take a step forward.
Moulton Parish Council is delighted to welcome the announcement from West Northants Council (WNC) regarding the long-awaited Health and Wellbeing Surgery, a key development that will significantly improve medical services for our local community.
After 13 years of collaboration, Moulton Parish Council extends its gratitude to everyone who has worked tirelessly alongside us to bring this essential project...
Posted: Mon, 10 Feb 2025
LGBT+ Community Survey
We are inviting participants to take part in a survey which aims to improve policing for our LGBT+ Community across Northamptonshire.
The survey asks key questions around trust and confidence in the Police and seeks views on how we can continue to improve our service with the local LGBT+ community. It is supported by our valued partners, the North and West LGBT+ forums and we will be working alongside...
Posted: Mon, 10 Feb 2025
