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Libraries in West Northamptonshire are helping to bridge the digital divide in local communities by gifting free SIM cards to residents who are unable to access the internet. Working in partnership with the Good Things Foundation and its National Databank initiative, Council-run libraries including ...

A new five-year strategy to tackle domestic abuse and sexual violence across Northamptonshire is set to progress following approval at West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) Cabinet meeting this week (5 May), reaffirming the Council’s commitment to making the area safer for all residents.

Partners, families, children and young people across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to take part in a set of surveys shaping the area’s next Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Strategy – with the deadline now extended to give more people the chance to have their say.

Drawings that shaped Northampton’s streets and records marking life’s most solemn moments are being carefully rehoused in new storage space at Northamptonshire Archives.

Motorists are being urged not to park over fire hydrants in Northamptonshire – as it risks delaying the Fire Service’s response.

North and West Northamptonshire councils are coming together to encourage conversations about men’s mental health as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, with a free online webinar taking place on Thursday 14 May from 2pm to 3pm.

A refreshed Housing Allocations Policy is set to make access to social and affordable housing fairer, clearer and more consistent while ensuring those most in need of a home are given the highest priority.

A bold new strategy aimed at improving opportunities, wellbeing and support for thousands of young people across West Northamptonshire has been approved by the Council’s Cabinet. The Youth Strategy 2026–2030 sets out how the Council and its partners will work together to help young people stay safe,...

Former MK Dons manager Liam Manning is to leave Huddersfield Town with immediate effect.

The Milton Keynes-based charity Willen Hospice has announced plans to extend its lease on a shop in Buckingham and push ahead with a revamp.

New wards designed to support older patients and improve their care have opened at Milton Keynes University Hospital.

Luton Town have confirmed the departure of first team players as they published their retained list.

Chris Curtis MP, who represents Milton Keynes in Parliament, has been one of several Labour MP to call for the resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Creative industries festival All Flows will take place in Milton Keynes this week.

Northampton Town have confirmed several players will leave the club as they published their retained list.

Milton Keynes City Council has reverted to no overall control with the Liberal Democrats now serving as the council’s largest party.

Vladimir Putin says Russia will deploy the world's "most powerful" nuclear missile at the end of this year.

Israel's entry has qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final.

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal sparked strong reactions online after waving a Palestinian flag during the team's victory parade.

Israeli politicians have passed a law establishing a military tribunal with the authority to sentence to death Hamas fighters who took part in the 7 October attack on Israel.

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected calls to quit despite an impeachment committee being set up to reinvestigate allegations that he hid the theft of cash stashed in his sofas.

The Pentagon has started releasing "never-before-seen" files on UFOs.

He's the would-be Labour leader and prime minister who has stood for the leadership unsuccessfully twice before.

The UK's Eurovision entrant says it's been "a lot of work" to get ready for the contest, promising a "mega synthesiser" for the occasion.

Sir Keir Starmer should appoint Andy Burnham to his cabinet, as he has "huge talents", Harriet Harman said.

Overnight, EU lawmakers agreed to water down their AI legislation that was world-leading when it launched in 2024.

Sir Keir Starmer should appoint Andy Burnham to his cabinet, as he has "huge talents", Harriet Harman said.

A man has been shot dead by police after pulling a weapon during a stand-off with armed officers.

The cost of UK government borrowing has hit a high not seen in decades as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting threats to his leadership and the oil price rises.

Wes Streeting couldn't have been plotting a coup against Sir Keir Starmer, his friends claim, because he went to the cinema to watch the Devil Wears Prada 2.

Sir Andy Murray is back to coaching tennis a year after parting ways with career rival Novak Djokovic.

There's trouble brewing for tea lovers, as the flavour of the beloved hot drink is under threat from climate change.

A woman who claims ChatGPT contributed to her husband's death in a mass shooting is suing its maker.

British pop star Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against ‌Samsung Electronics seeking at least $15m (£11m) in damages. 

The Pentagon has started releasing "never-before-seen" files on UFOs.

Overnight, EU lawmakers agreed to water down their AI legislation that was world-leading when it launched in 2024.

Chief refereeing officer Howard Webb says the PGMO will continue to "be vigilant" over "impactful" grappling at set pieces following the "clear and obvious" foul on Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya.

Xabi Alonso has a big decision to make if he is offered the Chelsea job.

Jack Draper has revealed he will team up with Andy Murray in a shake-up of his coaching set-up ahead of the grasscourt season.

Paul Merson says the fan reaction at Liverpool shows Arne Slot is up against it at Anfield, but the Sky Sports pundit is still confident they will finish above Man Utd next season.

Michael van Gerwen ended his winless run on the PDC ProTour with an impressive display at the Players Championship 15 in Leicester as he beat compatriot Dirk van Duijvenbode 8-5 in Tuesday's final.

Sir Keir Starmer should appoint Andy Burnham to his cabinet, as he has "huge talents", Harriet Harman said.

A man has been shot dead by police after pulling a gun during a stand-off with armed officers.

Israel's entry has qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final.

Vladimir Putin says Russia will deploy the world's "most powerful" nuclear missile at the end of this year.

Sir Andy Murray is back to coaching tennis a year after parting ways with career rival Novak Djokovic.

Sir Keir Starmer should appoint Andy Burnham to his cabinet, as he has "huge talents", Harriet Harman said.

Wes Streeting couldn't have been plotting a coup against Sir Keir Starmer, his friends claim, because he went to the cinema to watch the Devil Wears Prada 2.

He's the would-be Labour leader and prime minister who has stood for the leadership unsuccessfully twice before.

Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth has been officially sworn in as the new first minister of Wales.

Police say a driver made an "own goal" by dangerously driving with an unsecured football net on top of their car.

A robot has become so good at playing table tennis that at times it defeated elite human players, in what has been hailed as "a longstanding milestone for AI".

Monkeys in Gibraltar have learned to eat soil to settle their stomachs from all the junk food they consume, research suggests.

Three people have been jailed for insurance fraud after claiming their cars were damaged by a bear - only for the assailant to be somebody dressed in a bear costume. 

A cruise passenger who was overserved alcohol and suffered a possible traumatic brain injury after falling down some stairs has been awarded £220,000 in damages.

Israel's entry has qualified for the Eurovision Song Contest final.

The UK's Eurovision entrant says it's been "a lot of work" to get ready for the contest, promising a "mega synthesiser" for the occasion.

Wordle, the popular online word game, is coming to our screens as a game show.

Sir Rod Stewart has told the King he was "absolutely superb" during his recent state visit to the US, adding that His Majesty "put that little ratbag in his place".

British pop star Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit against ‌Samsung Electronics seeking at least $15m (£11m) in damages. 

The cost of UK government borrowing has hit a high not seen in decades as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting threats to his leadership and the oil price rises.

Keir Starmer has announced government plans to nationalise British Steel.

Radical economic reforms such as cutting national insurance and overhauling capital gains tax are Labour's only ways of winning back voters they have lost to Reform and the Greens, a report will warn.

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Northamptonshire County Cricket Club has announced the first stadium naming rights partnership in its 148-year history, with the home of the Steelbacks set to become the cinch County Ground.

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!