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The former Avenue Campus site, located on St George’s Avenue in Northampton, is being marketed for disposal, opening the door for the next phase of regeneration at this important brownfield location.

As we welcome the new year, people across West Northamptonshire are encouraged to start their journey to stop smoking by focusing on just one small habit at a time. Rather than overwhelming yourself with the thought of quitting cold turkey, this approach offers manageable, sustainable changes that c...

Residents, businesses and stakeholders are invited to take part in a consultation around renewing the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) covering Francis Jetty in Northampton.

People working and living in West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to watch back the Council’s first-ever Budget Question Time to learn more about the authority’s draft proposals for protecting and improving services in the year ahead.  

West Northamptonshire Council is thanking residents for their continued support of the Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) booking system, after a smooth and well‑used festive period that saw increased visitor numbers with no queues or delays on site. 

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS) is stepping up efforts to keep people safe in entertainment and event venues with a new programme of proactive fire safety checks and support for businesses across the county.

Residents across West Northamptonshire are invited to come together for a day of connection, learning, and support at the Warm Welcoming Spaces Event, taking place on Tuesday 20 January 2026, from 10am to 2pm at Leicester Street Community Hub, 2 Leicester Street, Northampton NN1 3RS. 

Councillor Michael Stratton has been appointed West Northamptonshire Council’s new Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education.

West Northamptonshire Council, in partnership with Clubs for Young People, have opened nominations for the next West Northants Youth Council, inviting young people to step forward and help shape the future of their community. 

Residents are being invited to share their views on proposed changes to make the way social housing is allocated in West Northamptonshire fairer.

More than 55,000 people visited Northampton’s Market Square to enjoy the ice rink and other festive activities throughout December, delivering a significant boost to town centre shops and businesses.

January is a great time to focus on making small, positive changes for your health and wellbeing. As the new year begins, creating gentle, achievable habits can help you stay active, lift your mood and feel more energised throughout the winter months. You don’t need to make big changes all at once –...

Taxi and private hire drivers, operators and wider stakeholders are being invited to share their views on proposed changes to licensing fees, as West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) launches a public consultation on plans to introduce a single, unified fee structure for taxi and private hire licensin...

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging people to take care around water during this period of cold weather and to never walk on to frozen ponds, lakes and rivers.

The Leader of West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has confirmed a change to the authority’s Cabinet.

Local neighbourhood policing officers have been working in partnership with West Northamptonshire Council and Stagecoach to tackle anti-social behaviour in the Southfields area of Northampton.

Voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations in West Northamptonshire are invited to apply for funding to deliver Grow, Cook, Eat, a programme that helps people learn how to grow food, cook healthy meals, and make better choices about nutrition, while supporting wellbeing and buil...

West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) Women’s Forum is proud to announce the return of the Inspirational Women Awards, now in their 14th year. These awards shine a spotlight on the extraordinary women who are driving progress, sparking change, and making a lasting impact in workplaces and communitie...

Residents across West Northamptonshire are invited to attend a series of free winter support roadshows designed to provide practical advice and guidance during the colder months. 

Residents, businesses and community groups are being reminded to take part in the first-ever Budget Question Time, a new online event giving people the chance to understand, explore and discuss the Council’s draft budget proposals for 2026/27.