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A Northampton business received a substantial fine of more than £40,000 for unlawfully and persistently depositing commercial waste, after West Northamptonshire Council successfully prosecuted them last week.

As the new school year approaches, many children and young people will be getting ready to return to the classroom. For some children and young people, this can be an exciting time. For others, changes to routines, new teachers or a different school environment can feel worrying.

West Northamptonshire Council has just launched a consultation on proposals to make walking, wheeling and cycling safer and easier across the town.

This September, residents in West Northamptonshire are invited to take part in the annual September is Preparedness Month campaign, delivered through the national 30 Days 30 Ways UK initiative.

A new partnership between FCC Environment, West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and Baby Basics Northampton is set to make it easier for residents to donate essential items to families in need, while reducing waste across West Northamptonshire.

Residents and visitors are invited to explore the stories, places and people that have shaped West Northamptonshire as Heritage Open Days returns from 11 to 20 September 2026.

26 August 2026

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) will take part in the national Women’s Rough Sleeping Census for the first time this year, helping to build a clearer understanding of women’s experiences of homelessness and shape specialist support across the area.

Both the Leader and Chief Executive of West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) have joined local authority leaders, government ministers and regional stakeholders this week to discuss the significant opportunities that the proposed Universal UK Resort will bring to this region.

A community scheme offering unsung heroes support from local leisure facilities in West Northamptonshire has announced its two successful applicants.

A Year 4 pupil from Bridgewater Primary School has been announced as the winner of West Northamptonshire Council's 'My Great Electric Bus Day Out' artwork competition, with their winning design helping to celebrate the launch of Northampton's new electric buses.

The Council shares concerns about the importance of community transport services and the vital role they play in helping residents, particularly older and vulnerable people, access healthcare, shopping, social activities and essential services. We also recognise the anxiety and uncertainty created f...

Families across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to check whether they are now eligible for free school meals, following changes to the national eligibility criteria.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has experienced one of the busiest months in its history during July 2026, with exceptionally high demand continuing into August as prolonged hot and dry weather drove a significant increase in incidents across the county.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has been busy dealing with a host of incidents this weekend and into this morning (August 17).

West Northamptonshire Council is encouraging residents to check and respond to their annual canvass email or letter to help ensure they remain registered to vote and that household information is kept up to date.

West Northamptonshire Council has this week appointed its new Chief Executive and Chief Finance Officer.

Meet your local emergency service personnel as they demonstrate what they do to keep Northamptonshire safe at this year’s Community Open Day.

Residents, service users, families, carers and staff are being reminded that there is still time to share their views on the future of a number of West Northamptonshire Council's in-house adult social care services.

Students across West Northamptonshire are receiving their A-Level results today, marking an important milestone in their education journey and the start of exciting new opportunities.