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West Northamptonshire Council has introduced additional graffiti removal resources, including a new van to support efforts to keep local neighbourhoods clean and welcoming.

Community partners, faith leaders and local representatives will come together to mark Stephen Lawrence Day on Wednesday 22 April 2026 at midday, reaffirming West Northamptonshire’s commitment to equality, justice and positive change.

A new community gardening policy is set to enable residents and community groups to start gardening in suitable council-owned open spaces across West Northamptonshire.

West Northamptonshire Council has agreed a clear roadmap to strengthen Adult Social Care, with carers and residents at the centre of how services will improve. This follows the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) first assessment of how the Council meets its responsibilities under the Care Act.

Families across West Northamptonshire are finding out which primary school they will attend this September, as National Offer Day marks an important milestone in their education journey.

Charities, social enterprises and community groups across West Northamptonshire are set to benefit from a £260,000 investment to unlock more funding, grow skills and volunteering, strengthen their voice in local decision making, and reach more residents.

Candidates have been announced today for the by-election taking place in West Northamptonshire Council’s Hackleton and Roade ward on Thursday, 7 May.

Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service has attended 28 deliberate fires since the beginning of April.

The Leader of West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has written to the Home Secretary to demand clear closure dates and greater transparency over the continued use of hotels in the area for asylum accommodation.In his letter, Councillor Mark Arnull has expressed his concerns that, despite the Home Off...

Cultural organisations and community partners in Northampton have submitted a joint Expression of Interest for Northampton to become the UK Town of Culture in 2028.

A new Food Plan has been launched to help residents across West Northamptonshire access healthier, more affordable and sustainable food, while supporting local communities and producers.

Young people with experience of care have taken part in a Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service course teaching them valuable skills to take into adulthood.

Partners, families, children, and young people across West Northamptonshire are being invited to share their views to help shape the area’s next Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Strategy.

Thousands more illegal cigarettes have been removed from sale thanks to the latest crackdown by West Northamptonshire’s Trading Standards Team.

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and the wider Silverstone Vision Board are among partners driving forward a new wave of innovation across the region backed by up to £20 million of government funding.

Work to improve the A43 between Northampton and Kettering is moving forward following confirmation of Government backing.

Residents of West Northamptonshire have chosen five new local charities to receive funding from the Council’s clothing collection service during the next year.

A new alcohol and drug prevention, treatment and recovery service, Inspire, launched on 1 April, offering free and confidential support to residents across West Northamptonshire. The service is delivered on behalf of West Northamptonshire Council by a partnership of specialist organisations: Turning...

West Northamptonshire Council is turning five today, with a firm focus on improving services and outcomes for residents during its fifth birthday year.The young unitary council, which was created on 1 April 2021 in place of the previous district, borough and county councils, has built solid foundati...