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Free parking will stay across Daventry, Brackley and Towcester under West Northamptonshire Council’s final 2026/27 budget proposals unveiled tonight.

Parents, carers, and families are being asked to share their views in a new survey that will help shape the area’s Best Start Local Plan, a strategic plan focused on ensuring every child has the strongest start in life, from pregnancy to age five.

West Northamptonshire Council is encouraging anyone who keeps, or is considering keeping, a primate to familiarise themselves with new national animal welfare regulations that will introduce a licensing scheme from April 2026.

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and Everyone Active recognise the concerns around the upcoming transition to the new leisure contract in April. This change follows the expiry of the current contract across a number of facilities. At the outset of the procurement process, it was disappointing tha...

Work is continuing behind the scenes on the transformation of Market Walk Shopping Centre into STACK Northampton.

Families across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to drop into a series of childhood vaccination information sessions taking place at Family Hubs throughout February half term.

Residents, landowners, farmers, and community groups are invited to have their say on the area’s first Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS).

A two-day operation targeting the sale of illicit tobacco and vapes saw thousands of dangerous products seized from shops in Northampton and Daventry.

Milton Keynes City Council has prepared new and strengthened plans to tackle domestic abuse and improve support for victims across the city.

A series of vaccination clinics has been arranged at venues in Luton and Milton Keynes during the half term holiday this week amid news of a serious measles outbreak.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Milton Keynes.

Paul Warne said he was happy to see MK Dons pick up a victory against Newport County but felt the display needed more goals.

Luton Town continued their troubled away form after a 3-1 defeat by Cardiff City in South Wales.

Northampton Town picked up a point after a goalless draw with Exeter City in Devon.

An early goal by Aaron Collins helped MK Dons to a 1-0 win over Newport County.

Northampton Town will be taking on either Luton Town or Plymouth Argyle in the semi-finals of the EFL Trophy.

Iran and the United States have reached an understanding on "guiding principles" after fresh talks on Tehran's nuclear capabilities in Geneva, Iran's foreign minister has said.

A famous rock structure on the Italian coast known ‌as the 'Lovers' Arch' collapsed on Valentine's Day after days of bad weather.

Five people have died and at least five others have been injured in a fire at an apartment building in Spain.

A Syrian government official told Sky News al Hol camp in northeastern Syria is now largely emptied, acknowledging that escapes continued after the state took control of the site.

Sir Keir Starmer has warned "public health isn't a culture war" and urged parents to check their children are up to date with vaccinations after a measles outbreak.

The family of a man stabbed to death at a retail park in south London have said "a light has gone out in our lives".

A cold health alert has been issued across much of England, as forecasters predict snow could hit parts of Wales and the Midlands.

The UK's entrant for this year's Eurovision Song Contest will be YouTuber and electronic artist Look Mum No Computer.

"Britain's loneliest sheep" has given birth for the first time.

"Keep hope alive". This was Jesse Jackson's message, delivered at the end of his famous 1988 speech at the Democratic National Convention in Atlanta, his second campaign for the presidential nomination.

Sir Keir Starmer has warned "public health isn't a culture war" and urged parents to check their children are up to date with vaccinations after a measles outbreak.

Iran and the United States have reached an understanding on "guiding principles" after fresh talks on Tehran's nuclear capabilities in Geneva, Iran's foreign minister has said.

Parts of Britain could be at risk of further flooding for months to come because so much rain has fallen so far this year, according to new analysis.

Tech moves fast, regulation doesn't - that's what the prime minister is now having to contend with. 

The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on tech firms to protect children from illegal content.

Four new astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station to replace their colleagues who pulled out early over health concerns.

A "fast-spreading" measles outbreak in north London has left 34 children infected - and one fifth of them needing hospital treatment. 

Henry Pollock will make his first Test start in Saturday's Six Nations clash against Ireland, with captain Maro Itoje poised to earn his 100th England cap.

Tottenham head coach Igor Tudor insists there is “no time to find excuses” and vowed he will not play for draws as he aims to move the club away from relegation trouble.

New Nottingham Forest boss Vitor Pereira says his pre-existing relationship with owner Evangelos Marinakis will help the pair steer the club to Premier League safety.

Igor Tudor has agreed to become Tottenham interim head coach until the end of the season.

Like a phoenix from the ashes, Manchester City rise again. This is the exact tete-a-tete Mikel Arteta and Arsenal were hoping to avoid. We've been here twice before and twice Arteta has been scorned.

"Keep hope alive". This was Jesse Jackson's message, delivered at the end of his famous 1988 speech at the Democratic National Convention in Atlanta, his second campaign for the presidential nomination.

A cold health alert has been issued across much of England, as forecasters predict snow could hit parts of Wales and the Midlands.

Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested after allegedly assaulting two men in New Orleans, police say.

Sir Keir Starmer has warned "public health isn't a culture war" and urged parents to check their children are up to date with vaccinations after a measles outbreak.

US Democrats and an Islamic civil rights group have called for the resignation of a Republican congressman after he suggested he would choose dogs over Muslims. 

Sir Keir Starmer has warned "public health isn't a culture war" and urged parents to check their children are up to date with vaccinations after a measles outbreak.

The UK's unemployment rate has increased again - to the highest level in nearly five years, according to new official figures.

The first 19 months of Labour in power have seen more than a dozen U-turns.

An investigation is being launched into claims a campaign group closely aligned with Labour hired lobbyists to investigate journalists.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has claimed a "victory" after the government abandoned plans to postpone 30 local elections - a decision ballot organisers say has left councils in a "race against time".

Barack Obama has said aliens are "real" in an interview, before later taking to social media to clarify his comments.

"Britain's loneliest sheep" has given birth for the first time.

Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested after allegedly assaulting two men in New Orleans, police say.

The UK's entrant for this year's Eurovision Song Contest will be YouTuber and electronic artist Look Mum No Computer.

Hollywood icon Robert Duvall, star of films including The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at the age of 95.

The executive producer of hit TV spy thriller Tehran has been found dead in an Athens hotel, police have said.

The family of Nancy Guthrie are not suspects in her kidnapping, the sheriff has confirmed.

The UK's unemployment rate has increased again - to the highest level in nearly five years, according to new official figures.

Six firms linked to Sarah Ferguson are being wound down following revelations from the latest release of the Epstein files, Companies House documents show. 

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More than 200 people have been arrested in the past four weeks as part of a phone theft crackdown in London - with drones and facial recognition used to catch those responsible.

Families facing financial hardship across Milton Keynes, Northampton and surrounding areas have received a major boost this Christmas thanks to the success of the Pallets of Hope campaign, led by Franklins Solicitors.

Crime historian and author from Olney has been shortlisted for two categories in the True Crime Awards.

Efficient contract management processes are crucial to ensuring a company’s growth and competitiveness. 

Time is running out to enter your team for a chance to take home the inaugural Northampton Dragon Boat Festival trophy!

It’s been over 13 years since an unknown man was found in a collapsed state at The Grosvenor Centre. We believe Northampton can still find the answers that may lead to his identity.

Northampton based manufacturer International Brand Group are celebrating winning a prestigeous industry award for their groundbreaking Totectors Denton safety trainer.

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A charity single performed by a 'singing solicitor' has raised over £3,097 for the Lewis Foundation.

Fresh measures to encourage responsible dog ownership are being considered in the Daventry and South Northants areas of West Northamptonshire Council.