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A5 MCI South Patching Works – Weedon Bec Old Stratford Roundabout
A5 MCI South Patching Works – Weedon Bec Old Stratford Roundabout
We're continuing our essential maintenance work on the A5 between Old Stratford Roundabout and Weedon Bec. This work will be carried out from Saturday 1 April 2023 and will be completed by the end of April 2023. We'll work overnight, between 8pm and 6am, when there is less traffic on the road.
Our work will include the following:... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 22 Mar 2023 15:21 by Tracy Sampson
Public spaces protection order
Public spaces protection order
Posted: Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:35 by Tracy Sampson
Residents invited to have their says on new measures for public open spaces in Northampton
People across West Northamptonshire are being invited to have their say on new measures being proposed in Northampton to encourage responsible dog ownership and prevent smoking in certain public open spaces.
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) are consulting on a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) covering the Northampton area. The proposals follow on from similar measures adopted across the Daventry... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:06 by Tracy Sampson
GoodSAM - Good Smartphone Activated Medics
GoodSAM - Good Smartphone Activated Medics
If you are unfortunate and need to call 999 for an ambulance, don't be surprised if complete strangers in civies, work clothes, or even night clothes (yes it does happen) turn up on your doorstep. They will be local people, neighbours perhaps, who have the GoodSAM app on their phone. All GoodSAM responders are medically trained, and regularly assessed, in performing... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:04 by Tracy Sampson
Town & Parish Briefing February 2023
Town & Parish Briefing February 2023
Posted: Sat, 04 Mar 2023 09:47 by Tracy Sampson
Residents encouraged to shop local at Northampton Market
People can discover an abundance of affordable and fresh produce at Northampton market as traders settle into their temporary new home at Commercial Street Car Park.
People can discover an abundance of affordable and fresh produce at Northampton market as traders settle into their temporary new home at Commercial Street Car Park.
Residents looking for quality products and services at bargain prices during... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:40 by Tracy Sampson
Over 4,700 secondary school places allocated across West Northamptonshire
A total of 4,784 secondary school places have been allocated to pupils across West Northamptonshire today.
A total of 4,784 secondary school places have been allocated to pupils across West Northamptonshire today.
94.2 per cent (4,506) of applications have been allocated a place at one of their preferred schools, with 77 per cent of applicants (3,686 children) receiving a place at their first preference.... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:39 by Tracy Sampson
Subscriptions now open for West Northants garden waste service
Residents across West Northamptonshire can now sign up for optional, chargeable garden waste collections from April 2023.
The annual subscription charge for the fortnightly service from April 2023 to the end of March 2024 is £55 per bin and can be made online at www.westnorthants.gov.uk/gardenwaste
Residents now have the option to sign up for an annual direct debit to save having to remember to... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:29 by Tracy Sampson
West Northamptonshire Council sets out budget for 2023/24
West Northamptonshire Council this week set a balanced budget for the year ahead that will protect essential frontline services whilst addressing significant financial challenges.
At their Full Council meeting in Northampton's Guildhall (Wednesday, 22 February), members approved the final budget proposals, Housing Revenue Account and setting of the Council Tax for 2023/24.
In common with local authorities... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 27 Feb 2023 10:25 by Tracy Sampson