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Adults across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to rediscover the joy of reading and take part in a new Book Bingo challenge launching in LibraryPlus libraries early next week.

After smoking for over 35 years, Peter Law was able to quit for good thanks to in-person support, stop smoking aids and his own determination.

A section of Daventry’s St John’s Square car park will now temporarily close from October to accommodate building work at the town’s nearby leisure centre.

The exciting refurbishment of four gyms has been completed, allowing local communities to enjoy a new era for fitness in West Northamptonshire.

Ten new locations across West Northamptonshire will be brought into the Council's traffic enforcement programme in the coming weeks after agreement by Cabinet.

A new temporary accommodation development at Lings Park in Weston Favell is nearing completion, marking an important milestone in West Northamptonshire Council's (WNC) plans to provide better quality accommodation for families and individuals facing homelessness.

The first Local Nature Recovery Strategy for West Northamptonshire has been approved.

Did you know that disposing of waste in a residential or commercial bin that doesn’t belong to you, is an offence?

A new series of posters celebrating Milton Keynes’ people, places and stories is to go on display across the city as part of the city’s bid to become UK City of Culture 2029.

Red Bull took a double podium at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen finishing second and Isack Hadjar finishing third.

Parents in Milton Keynes are being urged to get their children vaccinated against seasonal flu viruses at local schools and pharmacies.

Paul Warne was happy that MK Dons ended their wait for a first competitive win of the season by taking victory over Crawley Town.

Silverstone have announced the return of their Lap of Lights event as part of their offerings during the Christmas holiday season.

Local businesses are being invited to create Christmassy Gingerbread Sheds to help raise money for good causes across Milton Keynes.

Luton Town began their defence of the EFL Trophy by thrashing the Ipswich Town under-21s 6-0 at Kenilworth Road.

Red Bull have confirmed Isack Hadjar will remain with the team as Max Verstappen’s teammate for the 2027 season.

Donald Trump offered China's president Xi Jinping the chance to buy American weapons, the US ambassador to China has said.

Republic of Ireland players did not shake hands with the Israeli team before their Nations League match on Sunday night.

Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that getting countries to agree on a global framework for AI could be more difficult than Cold War-era negotiations to restrict nuclear weapons.

Iran has insisted that only diplomacy ​can solve its conflict with the US and Israel after Donald Trump said he rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait ‌of Hormuz and end the fighting.

Child killer Jon Venables will have his latest parole bid held in private despite a plea from his victim's mother for it to be made public.

The price of diesel has hit a record UK high, with experts warning of a toxic cocktail of pressures set to drive the cost into uncharted territory.

McLaren Racing is on track to become the first Formula One team to notch up $1bn in revenues this year, in the slipstream of Championship-winning performances which fuelled a record payout to its boss, Zak Brown.

A 10-year-old child and two women have died attempting to cross the English Channel, according to the French authorities.

Ed Sheeran's two US concerts at the Gillette Stadium on Friday and Saturday have been cancelled due to "severe weather warnings".

A new scheme will support first-time home buyers who can't rely on the "bank of mum and dad", Andy Burnham has announced.

Tickets for Oasis' upcoming 2027 tour have sold out, with Liam Gallagher posting on social media to say "that's all folks".

Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that getting countries to agree on a global framework for AI could be more difficult than Cold War-era negotiations to restrict nuclear weapons.

Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that getting countries to agree on a global framework for AI could be more difficult than Cold War-era negotiations to restrict nuclear weapons.

OpenAI models accessed data on two US government websites and carried out an unsuccessful hack on a Department of Education site, according to new investigations.

A police force in Wales has suffered a cyber attack which has caused disruption to some non-emergency systems and could have led to staff information being "accessed or compromised".

Boys who were infected with HIV and hepatitis after being experimental on with new haemophilia treatments have been recognised with a new memorial at their school.

Brain tumour patients are to be offered rapid genetic testing as part of a new pilot study which experts say could "transform" diagnosis and treatment.

Sky Sports News chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol is back to answer the big questions surrounding the Premier League's long-running dispute in their 115 charges against Manchester City.

Manchester City have been embroiled in legal disputes with UEFA and the Premier League for 12 years and they are so determined to clear their name, and the 115 charges case is so big, that it could still be years before the saga is concluded.

Tom Banton posted an imperious 126 off just 105 balls to guide England to a dominant 223-run win in the third ODI against Sri Lanka to secure a 2-1 series victory at the Oval.

Thomas Tuchel believes a "bit of rage" gets the best out of Jude Bellingham as the England star and his team-mates prepare to face the Czech Republic.

Leicestershire’s 27-point deduction for breaching pitch regulations in August's win over Glamorgan has been reduced to 19.

Child killer Jon Venables will have his latest parole bid held in private despite a plea from his victim's mother for it to be made public.

A 10-year-old child and two women have died attempting to cross the English Channel, according to the French authorities.

McLaren Racing is on track to become the first Formula One team to notch up $1bn in revenues this year, in the slipstream of Championship-winning performances which fuelled a record payout to its boss, Zak Brown.

Acclaimed children's TV show Horrible Histories has had an episode removed and another heavily edited to comply with editorial standards.

A house fire in Merseyside which killed a mother and three children was caused by a lithium-ion battery, the fire service has said.

Labour return to Liverpool this week for their first annual conference under Andy Burnham's leadership.

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Avanti West Coast will be nationalised as of March next year, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced.

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A new scheme will support first-time home buyers who can't rely on the "bank of mum and dad", Andy Burnham has announced.

Ex-Premier League player Andros Townsend has laughed off an incident that saw him run over by a pitch roller.

AI videos of fruit and vegetable characters unleashing gory violence are spreading extremist ideas and helping normalise graphic violence, researchers claim.

A flight in Canada has been cancelled after a child refused to sit down and fasten their seatbelt.

Two drivers of Mercedes-AMG cars have filed a class action lawsuit against the luxury car company after they allegedly suffered burn injuries from the AMG logo on their driver's seat.

Tickets for Oasis' upcoming 2027 tour have sold out, with Liam Gallagher posting on social media to say "that's all folks".

Acclaimed children's TV show Horrible Histories has had an episode removed and another heavily edited to comply with editorial standards.

Robbie Williams was captured on video giving an impromptu performance outside his hotel in Peru after saying he was "broken-hearted" his concert was cancelled.

A woman who accused Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 has stated her allegations were false.

Ed Sheeran's two US concerts at the Gillette Stadium on Friday and Saturday have been cancelled due to "severe weather warnings".

McLaren Racing is on track to become the first Formula One team to notch up $1bn in revenues this year, in the slipstream of Championship-winning performances which fuelled a record payout to its boss, Zak Brown.

The price of diesel has hit a record UK high, with experts warning of a toxic cocktail of pressures set to drive the cost into uncharted territory.

Revolut, Britain's most valuable fintech, is among a pack of challenger banks urging the chancellor to remove the threat of an immediate tax raid on the sector in his budget next month.

Avanti West Coast will be nationalised as of March next year, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced.

Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that getting countries to agree on a global framework for AI could be more difficult than Cold War-era negotiations to restrict nuclear weapons.

An eight-year-old entrepreneur has been recognised for her outstanding fundraising efforts after helping Franklins Solicitors' annual £50 Challenge raise more than £50,000 for charities across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.

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.