<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Northampton - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Northampton with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Council vows support for 'Toxic Town' public inquiry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Griffiths, Reform-UK Leader of North Northants Council, says: "We have nothing to hide."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-vows-support-for-toxic-town-public-inquiry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-vows-support-for-toxic-town-public-inquiry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP asks for confirmation asylum hotels will go]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daventry MP says ongoing use of hotels has "long passed the point of being a temporary arrangement".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-asks-for-confirmation-asylum-hotels-will-go/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-asks-for-confirmation-asylum-hotels-will-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I'm serious about getting England call - Hendy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton back George Hendy says he is determined to force his way into England contention, with the autumn internationals looming.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/im-serious-about-getting-england-call-hendy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/im-serious-about-getting-england-call-hendy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants paceman Weatherall signs deal until 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire fast bowler Raphy Weatherall signs a contract extension until the end of the 2028 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-paceman-weatherall-signs-deal-until-2028/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-paceman-weatherall-signs-deal-until-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer help 'like popping into a neighbour's house']]></title><description><![CDATA[Maggie's celebrates opening in the grounds of a hospital a year ago and has had about 5,000 visits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cancer-help-like-popping-into-a-neighbours-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cancer-help-like-popping-into-a-neighbours-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents told 'more than once' about unsafe parking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say some drivers had to be repeatedly challenged during a parking clampdown near schools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/parents-told-more-than-once-about-unsafe-parking/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/parents-told-more-than-once-about-unsafe-parking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health secretary to meet MP over maternity unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kettering's MP asks to meet Yvette Cooper about the work on the Raac-hit building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/health-secretary-to-meet-mp-over-maternity-unit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/health-secretary-to-meet-mp-over-maternity-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for 'violent and dangerous' stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Kelly is jailed for 11 years for the attempted murder of a man in Northampton in February 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-for-violent-and-dangerous-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-for-violent-and-dangerous-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rushden &amp; Diamonds and Northampton feature in FA Cup first round draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City will travel to National League North side Oxford City in the 2026-27 FA Cup first round - five years after winning the competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-amp-diamonds-and-northampton-feature-in-fa-cup-first-round-draw/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-amp-diamonds-and-northampton-feature-in-fa-cup-first-round-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petition to stop fines for school absence handed in]]></title><description><![CDATA[The campaign is supported by Motherland and Ludwig actor Anna Maxwell Martin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/petition-to-stop-fines-for-school-absence-handed-in/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/petition-to-stop-fines-for-school-absence-handed-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motherland star brands school fines 'cruel']]></title><description><![CDATA[The campaign is supported by Motherland and Ludwig actor Anna Maxwell Martin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/motherland-star-brands-school-fines-cruel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/motherland-star-brands-school-fines-cruel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taekwondo 'important' for kids, says world champ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alan Collins says the martial arts sport is good for mental health, as well as self-defence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/taekwondo-important-for-kids-says-world-champ/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/taekwondo-important-for-kids-says-world-champ/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body of man recovered from river]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the man's death is being treated as "unexplained".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/body-of-man-recovered-from-river/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/body-of-man-recovered-from-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scooter champ 'battles' to win third world title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jayden Sharman, from Corby, says he will "never be able to put into words" his success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scooter-champ-battles-to-win-third-world-title/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scooter-champ-battles-to-win-third-world-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Absolute angel' helped autistic boy face surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rosie says a hospital's play specialist coordinator went "above and beyond" to ease her son's fears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/absolute-angel-helped-autistic-boy-face-surgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/absolute-angel-helped-autistic-boy-face-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The £20m plant trying to keep plastic waste in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new recycling facility for soft plastics is one of the biggest of its kind in the UK.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-20m-plant-trying-to-keep-plastic-waste-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-20m-plant-trying-to-keep-plastic-waste-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rushden fans celebrate league opposition in FA Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delighted fans hear the eighth-tier side will head to League One opposition in November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-fans-celebrate-league-opposition-in-fa-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-fans-celebrate-league-opposition-in-fa-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton 'security incident' believed to be a hoax]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are investigating the incident at Saints' Franklin's Gardens "following threats made on social media".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-security-incident-believed-to-be-a-hoax/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-security-incident-believed-to-be-a-hoax/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former PC admits sexual communication with child]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 27-year-old, who worked for Northamptonshire Police, is due to be sentenced on November 20.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-pc-admits-sexual-communication-with-child/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-pc-admits-sexual-communication-with-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community groups can bid for cash from warehousing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charities and voluntary groups can apply to get a share of an &pound;895,000 grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-groups-can-bid-for-cash-from-warehousing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-groups-can-bid-for-cash-from-warehousing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Renovations 'haven't led to more sales', say traders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton's Market Square opened following renovations costing &pound;13.5m in October 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/renovations-havent-led-to-more-sales-say-traders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/renovations-havent-led-to-more-sales-say-traders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton beat Cardiff for first English win in Champions Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton edge to a nervy Champions Cup pool win against tenacious Cardiff at Franklin's Gardens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-beat-cardiff-for-first-english-win-in-champions-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-beat-cardiff-for-first-english-win-in-champions-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital recognised for tiny pacemaker work]]></title><description><![CDATA[The device is 93% smaller than traditional pacemakers and weighs about two grams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospital-recognised-for-tiny-pacemaker-work/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospital-recognised-for-tiny-pacemaker-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corby metal pollution may harm people, says study]]></title><description><![CDATA[However, the Environment Agency says it has not found evidence that could cause significant harm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-metal-pollution-may-harm-people-says-study/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-metal-pollution-may-harm-people-says-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AFC Rushden &amp; Diamonds reach round one of FA Cup for first time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several teams earn their spots in Monday's first round draw for the first time in their history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/afc-rushden-amp-diamonds-reach-round-one-of-fa-cup-for-first-time/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/afc-rushden-amp-diamonds-reach-round-one-of-fa-cup-for-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobblers land used to clear club's &pound;20m debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former chairman Kelvin Thomas says the development area behind the stadium is owned by a new firm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cobblers-land-used-to-clear-clubs-pound20m-debt/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cobblers-land-used-to-clear-clubs-pound20m-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lottery grant 'hugely important' for closed museum]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building is still closed for repairs three years after its roof was damaged by heavy rain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lottery-grant-hugely-important-for-closed-museum/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lottery-grant-hugely-important-for-closed-museum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rushden &amp; Diamonds phoenix club target FA Cup first]]></title><description><![CDATA[AFC Rushden &amp; Diamonds are ready to "write history" by reaching the FA Cup first round proper, the club's captain says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-amp-diamonds-phoenix-club-target-fa-cup-first/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-amp-diamonds-phoenix-club-target-fa-cup-first/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for charity theft at snooker star's home]]></title><description><![CDATA[A burglar is sentenced after cash destined for a children's cancer charity is taken from Kyren Wilson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-for-charity-theft-at-snooker-stars-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-for-charity-theft-at-snooker-stars-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for charity theft at snooker star Wilson's home]]></title><description><![CDATA[A burglar is sentenced after cash destined for a children's cancer charity is taken from Kyren Wilson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-for-charity-theft-at-snooker-star-wilsons-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-for-charity-theft-at-snooker-star-wilsons-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School programme tackles online abuse in football]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town Community Trust hopes the scheme will help students recognise harmful behaviour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/school-programme-tackles-online-abuse-in-football/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/school-programme-tackles-online-abuse-in-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospice experience 'not what people expect']]></title><description><![CDATA[Anne attends weekly hospice sessions in Lakelands Hospice in Corby to socialise with other patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospice-experience-not-what-people-expect/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospice-experience-not-what-people-expect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is it so hard to reapply for a blue badge?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After an amputee was turned down for a new blue badge, others tell the BBC of similar struggles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-is-it-so-hard-to-reapply-for-a-blue-badge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-is-it-so-hard-to-reapply-for-a-blue-badge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travis Perkins dip in sales blamed on 'uncertainty']]></title><description><![CDATA[The building materials group cites "challenging market conditions" for a fall in revenue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/travis-perkins-dip-in-sales-blamed-on-uncertainty/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/travis-perkins-dip-in-sales-blamed-on-uncertainty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downing Street Christmas honour for farmers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A tree grown in York and a wreath from Liskeard will take pride of place at No 10 this December.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/downing-street-christmas-honour-for-farmers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/downing-street-christmas-honour-for-farmers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum critical of delays to ADHD and autism assessments]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity ADHD UK backs parents and says "it's outrageous, because life doesn't stop".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-critical-of-delays-to-adhd-and-autism-assessments/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-critical-of-delays-to-adhd-and-autism-assessments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harshita Brella case to be raised by attorney general]]></title><description><![CDATA[The body of Harshita Brella, 24, from Corby, was found in a car boot in London almost two years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harshita-brella-case-to-be-raised-by-attorney-general/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harshita-brella-case-to-be-raised-by-attorney-general/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salem, the three-legged cat, is celebrated in books]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salem, a much-loved town cat that died this year, will be remembered in stories by local authors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/salem-the-three-legged-cat-is-celebrated-in-books/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/salem-the-three-legged-cat-is-celebrated-in-books/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 13, arrested after car crashes at bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[A road is closed and a teenager is arrested on suspicion of taking a vehicle without consent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-13-arrested-after-car-crashes-at-bridge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-13-arrested-after-car-crashes-at-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest after bomb hoax puts school into lockdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[An 18-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of communicating false information over email.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/arrest-after-bomb-hoax-puts-school-into-lockdown/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/arrest-after-bomb-hoax-puts-school-into-lockdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bids sought to fill community transport gaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council appeals for interested parties to apply for &pound;100,000 funding after Towcester bus link ends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bids-sought-to-fill-community-transport-gaps/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bids-sought-to-fill-community-transport-gaps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justice project helps with village flood defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Offenders help move sandbags to protect a village from flooding in the future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/justice-project-helps-with-village-flood-defence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/justice-project-helps-with-village-flood-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Audio bus displays a 'game changer' says blind man]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hugh Spence says taking part in a test bus journey feels like he has been "listened to".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/audio-bus-displays-a-game-changer-says-blind-man/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/audio-bus-displays-a-game-changer-says-blind-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England prop Iyogun signs new Northampton contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints loosehead prop Manny Iyogun signs a new contract with the Prem champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-prop-iyogun-signs-new-northampton-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-prop-iyogun-signs-new-northampton-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campaigner dismayed as bypass plan is dropped]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graham Rait questions the government's stance that the bypass is not "value for money".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigner-dismayed-as-bypass-plan-is-dropped/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigner-dismayed-as-bypass-plan-is-dropped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consultation launched for car parking charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local council is considering parking charges in parts of Wellingborough and Rushden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/consultation-launched-for-car-parking-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/consultation-launched-for-car-parking-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charities use council HQ to offer frontline help]]></title><description><![CDATA[MIND and Citizens Advice are both holding sessions at Corby Town Council's building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/charities-use-council-hq-to-offer-frontline-help/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/charities-use-council-hq-to-offer-frontline-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police unit pulls plug on Palantir AI technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five police forces decide not to continue using software from a US tech firm after a two-year trial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-unit-pulls-plug-on-palantir-ai-technology/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-unit-pulls-plug-on-palantir-ai-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Never gonna give it up says Waterman of train hobby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Music producer Pete Waterman quoted from the 80s hit as his latest model railway went on show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/never-gonna-give-it-up-says-waterman-of-train-hobby/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/never-gonna-give-it-up-says-waterman-of-train-hobby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winner crowned at World Conker Championships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frankie Hooper is "ecstatic" after beating the winner of the men's tournament to clinch the title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/winner-crowned-at-world-conker-championships/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/winner-crowned-at-world-conker-championships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I went from losing my sight to styling the stars']]></title><description><![CDATA[JJ Savani says his life changed when a mystery donor paid for him to do a barbering course.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-went-from-losing-my-sight-to-styling-the-stars/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-went-from-losing-my-sight-to-styling-the-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Can't see the Bayeux Tapestry? Here's our Mapestry']]></title><description><![CDATA[The work of art celebrates the town's history through fabric, thread, appliqu&eacute; and embroidery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cant-see-the-bayeux-tapestry-heres-our-mapestry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cant-see-the-bayeux-tapestry-heres-our-mapestry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton outgun Bath in 119-point thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton win a high-octane 18-try thriller at home to Bath, the second highest-scoring game in English top-flight history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-outgun-bath-in-119-point-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-outgun-bath-in-119-point-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weetabix plans major revamp at HQ built in 1932]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans include redeveloping its Brooklands warehouse site in Burton Latimer to make way for a new office building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/weetabix-plans-major-revamp-at-hq-built-in-1932/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/weetabix-plans-major-revamp-at-hq-built-in-1932/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two MPs criticise approval of major solar farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conservative MPs Stuart Andrew and Sarah Bool oppose the construction of Green Hill Solar Farm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-mps-criticise-approval-of-major-solar-farm/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-mps-criticise-approval-of-major-solar-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum retires from cafe set up in son's memory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Denise Mackay helped found a community cafe in 2014 after her son, who had addiction issues, died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-retires-from-cafe-set-up-in-sons-memory/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-retires-from-cafe-set-up-in-sons-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager, 15, denies 22 sexual offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 15-year-old is due to stand trial at Northampton Crown Court in October 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenager-15-denies-22-sexual-offences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenager-15-denies-22-sexual-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 15, denies 22 sexual offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[The teenager is due to stand trial at Northampton Crown Court in October 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-15-denies-22-sexual-offences/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-15-denies-22-sexual-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caluori back for Saracens as teams ring changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team news from round three of Prem Rugby as Noah Calouri makes his first appearance of the season for Saracens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/caluori-back-for-saracens-as-teams-ring-changes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/caluori-back-for-saracens-as-teams-ring-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced over post threatening Lucy Connolly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake Newman receives a 12-month community order at Birmingham Crown Court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-sentenced-over-post-threatening-lucy-connolly/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-sentenced-over-post-threatening-lucy-connolly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP vows to meet water firm again over outages]]></title><description><![CDATA[A series of pipes burst once again in Northamptonshire, after similar problems in May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-vows-to-meet-water-firm-again-over-outages/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-vows-to-meet-water-firm-again-over-outages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Pictures: Harringworth Viaduct at 150]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Victorian railway bridge is believed to be the longest masonry viaduct in the United Kingdom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-harringworth-viaduct-at-150/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-harringworth-viaduct-at-150/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Conker Champ shares his secrets to success]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Cross, from Bourne, Lincolnshire, is hoping to defend his title at this year's event on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/world-conker-champ-shares-his-secrets-to-success/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/world-conker-champ-shares-his-secrets-to-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solar power plans for Royal &amp; Derngate theatre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council hopes to install 232 rooftop solar panels at the same time as fixing a leaky roof.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/solar-power-plans-for-royal-amp-derngate-theatre/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/solar-power-plans-for-royal-amp-derngate-theatre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Government gives go-ahead to major solar farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials say the development will help with energy security, but local MPs opposed the farm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/government-gives-go-ahead-to-major-solar-farm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/government-gives-go-ahead-to-major-solar-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Persistent fly-tipper fined for year-long spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman is ordered to pay costs and fines totalling more than &pound;3,200 after a council prosecution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/persistent-fly-tipper-fined-for-year-long-spree/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/persistent-fly-tipper-fined-for-year-long-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotary club to drive aid to Ukraine by ambulance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The club's chair praises people's "phenomenal" generosity, which he says "makes it all worthwhile".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rotary-club-to-drive-aid-to-ukraine-by-ambulance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rotary-club-to-drive-aid-to-ukraine-by-ambulance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for Wantage Park crematorium re-submitted]]></title><description><![CDATA[The crematorium is planned for land next to a new secondary school and housing development.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-wantage-park-crematorium-re-submitted/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-wantage-park-crematorium-re-submitted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Rushden finally swat its problem with flies?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A public meeting has been hearing more on the fly infestation plaguing a town for more than a decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/can-rushden-finally-swat-its-problem-with-flies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/can-rushden-finally-swat-its-problem-with-flies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hubs plan unveiled to support 40 new ambulances]]></title><description><![CDATA[East Midlands Ambulance Service says many of its buildings are "ageing" and "difficult to maintain".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hubs-plan-unveiled-to-support-40-new-ambulances/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hubs-plan-unveiled-to-support-40-new-ambulances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Speedway season 'couldn't have gone better']]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite finishing bottom of the Speedway Premiership, Northampton Foxes say the season is a success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/first-speedway-season-couldnt-have-gone-better/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/first-speedway-season-couldnt-have-gone-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King Conker abdicates throne with 'great sadness']]></title><description><![CDATA[He steps down from the World Conker Championships' mascot role, but his daughter waits in the wings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/king-conker-abdicates-throne-with-great-sadness/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/king-conker-abdicates-throne-with-great-sadness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three towns back proposed law on contaminated land]]></title><description><![CDATA["Toxic Town" and two neighbours back "Zane's Law", which aims to tackle historical industrial waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-towns-back-proposed-law-on-contaminated-land/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-towns-back-proposed-law-on-contaminated-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Developer's building to be demolished by council]]></title><description><![CDATA[A demolition notice for flats to be knocked down is submitted to building control, a council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/developers-building-to-be-demolished-by-council/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/developers-building-to-be-demolished-by-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Savage starts Peterborough reign with 4-1 win - EFL Trophy round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robbie Savage's first game in charge of Peterborough is a comfortable win which sends his side into the last 32 of the Jersey Mike's Trophy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/savage-starts-peterborough-reign-with-4-1-win-efl-trophy-round-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/savage-starts-peterborough-reign-with-4-1-win-efl-trophy-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adult social care services 'improving', council says]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Northamptonshire Council says there is "still more work to do" but "progress is being made".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/adult-social-care-services-improving-council-says/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/adult-social-care-services-improving-council-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greyhound Derby to remain at Towcester Racecourse]]></title><description><![CDATA[As dog racing is being banned elsewhere in the UK, a new contract is signed for the English Derby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/greyhound-derby-to-remain-at-towcester-racecourse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/greyhound-derby-to-remain-at-towcester-racecourse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nature site gets fired up about replica Roman kiln]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stanwick Lakes will reveal two new projects at its Heritage Build Weekend on Saturday and Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nature-site-gets-fired-up-about-replica-roman-kiln/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nature-site-gets-fired-up-about-replica-roman-kiln/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Poker player becomes first female winner on UK tour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renee Xie is the first woman to win a Grosvenor UK Poker Tour Main Event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/poker-player-becomes-first-female-winner-on-uk-tour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/poker-player-becomes-first-female-winner-on-uk-tour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last call for the mall? How shopping centres are reinventing themselves]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the internet age, medium-sized retail hubs are looking for new ways to survive and thrive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/last-call-for-the-mall-how-shopping-centres-are-reinventing-themselves/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/last-call-for-the-mall-how-shopping-centres-are-reinventing-themselves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rushden &amp; Diamonds to host Morecambe in final FA Cup qualifying round]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 64 non-league sides in the FA Cup learn their opponents for the fourth qualifying round, including ninth-tier SE Dons and Tadley Calleva.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-amp-diamonds-to-host-morecambe-in-final-fa-cup-qualifying-round/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rushden-amp-diamonds-to-host-morecambe-in-final-fa-cup-qualifying-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earl Spencer's accused stalker due to stand trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marinela Atomei, appears at Warwick Crown Court, after previously denying a stalking charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencers-accused-stalker-due-to-stand-trial/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencers-accused-stalker-due-to-stand-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Developers hand in plans to regenerate town centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is hoped the first homes could be finished in three years, say developers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/developers-hand-in-plans-to-regenerate-town-centre/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/developers-hand-in-plans-to-regenerate-town-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free toothbrush packs to help families with hygiene]]></title><description><![CDATA[The scheme is helping children starting school avoid preventable dental problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/free-toothbrush-packs-to-help-families-with-hygiene/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/free-toothbrush-packs-to-help-families-with-hygiene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers worried after rocks thrown at buses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stagecoach says it will divert buses again to protect passengers if more incidents happen.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drivers-worried-after-rocks-thrown-at-buses/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drivers-worried-after-rocks-thrown-at-buses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Don't call us snowflakes &ndash; life can be challenging']]></title><description><![CDATA[An independent review into mental health says it is wrong to call young people snowflakes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dont-call-us-snowflakes-ndash-life-can-be-challenging/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dont-call-us-snowflakes-ndash-life-can-be-challenging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental health bench shows no-one is alone, says mum]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bench includes phone numbers and a QR link that offer support to people in need of help.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mental-health-bench-shows-no-one-is-alone-says-mum/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mental-health-bench-shows-no-one-is-alone-says-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rees-Zammit stars as Bristol power past Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louis Rees-Zammit scores a double as Bristol edge past reigning champions Northampton in a pulsating Prem tussle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rees-zammit-stars-as-bristol-power-past-northampton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rees-zammit-stars-as-bristol-power-past-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dyche enjoying break from management after Forest exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sean Dyche says his time away from management has allowed him to "enjoy other things", including following the playing career of his son Max.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dyche-enjoying-break-from-management-after-forest-exit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dyche-enjoying-break-from-management-after-forest-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rugby group 'thriving' as it marks centenary year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group has harnessed the talents of rugby stars Courtney Lawes, Ben Cohen and Steve Thompson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rugby-group-thriving-as-it-marks-centenary-year/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rugby-group-thriving-as-it-marks-centenary-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple complete 95-mile 'pensioners' pilgrimage']]></title><description><![CDATA[Kerstin Banham jokes that she and her husband "can't face" walking home to Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/couple-complete-95-mile-pensioners-pilgrimage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/couple-complete-95-mile-pensioners-pilgrimage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints make two changes at Bristol while Furbank starts for Quins]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Furbank will make his first Prem start for Harlequins this weekend plus team news from all five games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-make-two-changes-at-bristol-while-furbank-starts-for-quins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-make-two-changes-at-bristol-while-furbank-starts-for-quins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crumbling concrete car park will close permanently]]></title><description><![CDATA[It follows a temporary closure in July due to a structural problem at the Northampton facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/crumbling-concrete-car-park-will-close-permanently/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/crumbling-concrete-car-park-will-close-permanently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Self-driving shuttles feature in transport plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council is considering offering more car-free travel options in Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/self-driving-shuttles-feature-in-transport-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/self-driving-shuttles-feature-in-transport-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobblers takeover 'like a Hollywood movie', say fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sports Alpha Capital are now the majority shareholders at Northampton Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cobblers-takeover-like-a-hollywood-movie-say-fans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cobblers-takeover-like-a-hollywood-movie-say-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drought could continue into 2027, says water firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anglian Water says Grafham Water reservoir in Cambridgeshire is at 60% of full capacity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drought-could-continue-into-2027-says-water-firm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drought-could-continue-into-2027-says-water-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New owners want to bring 'Northampton DNA to Brazil']]></title><description><![CDATA[New Northampton Town co-chairman Joao Xavier says his "pioneering" consortium "want to get Northampton DNA and expand it to Brazil".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-owners-want-to-bring-northampton-dna-to-brazil/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-owners-want-to-bring-northampton-dna-to-brazil/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ford runs Le Mans hypercar tests at Silverstone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preparations for Ford's Le Mans return are on course, according to Witney firm Venture Engineering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ford-runs-le-mans-hypercar-tests-at-silverstone/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ford-runs-le-mans-hypercar-tests-at-silverstone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train sped up past red signal before fatal crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investigators say the train accelerated after passing a red signal that was not normally active.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/train-sped-up-past-red-signal-before-fatal-crash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/train-sped-up-past-red-signal-before-fatal-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conkers secured for return of world championships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Offers of fresh supplies from around the country and abroad means the event is on, say organisers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/conkers-secured-for-return-of-world-championships/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/conkers-secured-for-return-of-world-championships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ivan Toney denies Soho nightclub assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[England striker Ivan Toney pleads not guilty to assaulting a man at a Soho nightclub last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ivan-toney-denies-soho-nightclub-assault/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ivan-toney-denies-soho-nightclub-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who are Northampton Town's new owners?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The takeover of The Cobblers by a consortium was completed on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/who-are-northampton-towns-new-owners/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/who-are-northampton-towns-new-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Student route from town to campus 'refreshed']]></title><description><![CDATA[The signs help create a safe and welcoming night-time environment for students, a council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/student-route-from-town-to-campus-refreshed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/student-route-from-town-to-campus-refreshed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints' 'Slim Reaper' on picking up pounds and pointers from Wilkinson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton teenager James Pater rose slow and stealthy as a prospest, but his opening-day Prem hat-trick has blown the full-back's cover.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-slim-reaper-on-picking-up-pounds-and-pointers-from-wilkinson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-slim-reaper-on-picking-up-pounds-and-pointers-from-wilkinson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who made your County Championship team of the season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The votes have been counted... who made your County Championship team of the season?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/who-made-your-county-championship-team-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/who-made-your-county-championship-team-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pato consortium completes Northampton takeover]]></title><description><![CDATA[The takeover of Northampton Town by a consortium including former AC Milan and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato has been completed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pato-consortium-completes-northampton-takeover/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pato-consortium-completes-northampton-takeover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Chelsea and Brazil star in Northampton takeover]]></title><description><![CDATA[The takeover of Northampton Town by a consortium including former AC Milan and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato has been completed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-chelsea-and-brazil-star-in-northampton-takeover/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-chelsea-and-brazil-star-in-northampton-takeover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Kind' mental health team earn 'outstanding' rating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Berrywood Hospital in Northampton and St Mary's Hospital in Kettering were inspected in July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kind-mental-health-team-earn-outstanding-rating/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kind-mental-health-team-earn-outstanding-rating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police dogs Bryn and Ebby to bow wow out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Their handler says PD Bryn and PD Ebby have been "outstanding ambassadors" throughout their careers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-dogs-bryn-and-ebby-to-bow-wow-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-dogs-bryn-and-ebby-to-bow-wow-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why charities are still clinging to a giant cheque]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite bank transfer and internet banking, the giant cheque photo opportunity refuses to die.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-charities-are-still-clinging-to-a-giant-cheque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-charities-are-still-clinging-to-a-giant-cheque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council formally fights government on housing plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The current Local Plan requires 47,300 new homes to be built across the area by 2043.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-formally-fights-government-on-housing-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-formally-fights-government-on-housing-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospitals sign charter to keep women and girls safe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Women's Charter, launched by the police commissioner, is a pledge to keep women and girls safe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospitals-sign-charter-to-keep-women-and-girls-safe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospitals-sign-charter-to-keep-women-and-girls-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abandoned home secured after anti-social behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police thank local residents for reporting the issues and providing information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/abandoned-home-secured-after-anti-social-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/abandoned-home-secured-after-anti-social-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton back-rower Pearson signs new contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Back-rower Tom Pearson signs a new contract with Prem title holders Northampton Saints.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-back-rower-pearson-signs-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-back-rower-pearson-signs-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-England captain Dallaglio to sell World Cup winner's medal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio is set to sell his 2003 Rugby World Cup winner's medal after being declared bankrupt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-england-captain-dallaglio-to-sell-world-cup-winners-medal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-england-captain-dallaglio-to-sell-world-cup-winners-medal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Condolence book given to family of PC killed by car]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police force says it will continue to ensure the name of PC Faizaan Najeeb"is remembered".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/condolence-book-given-to-family-of-pc-killed-by-car/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/condolence-book-given-to-family-of-pc-killed-by-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arts director leaving Corby role after eight years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Flavin will take up a similar post at The Cresset in Peterborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/arts-director-leaving-corby-role-after-eight-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/arts-director-leaving-corby-role-after-eight-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes paid to women killed in dog-rescue crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two volunteers are described as women who "did this work purely for love".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-paid-to-women-killed-in-dog-rescue-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-paid-to-women-killed-in-dog-rescue-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising &pound;135k for baby loss charity was 'magical']]></title><description><![CDATA[The money will help fund counselling services across two hospitals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/raising-pound135k-for-baby-loss-charity-was-magical/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/raising-pound135k-for-baby-loss-charity-was-magical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stock car driver, 18, inspired by dad in world bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brooke Kitson says her part in Saturday's World Championship in Northampton is a "great achievement".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/stock-car-driver-18-inspired-by-dad-in-world-bid/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/stock-car-driver-18-inspired-by-dad-in-world-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reports of melted roads rise by 67% in three years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts warn England's roads are built for cold weather rather than heatwaves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reports-of-melted-roads-rise-by-67-in-three-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reports-of-melted-roads-rise-by-67-in-three-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warehouse pioneers robotics system used in China]]></title><description><![CDATA[The enormous distribution centre in Northampton has robots and people working together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/warehouse-pioneers-robotics-system-used-in-china/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/warehouse-pioneers-robotics-system-used-in-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New warehouse pioneers system only used in China]]></title><description><![CDATA[The enormous distribution centre in Northampton has robots and people working together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-warehouse-pioneers-system-only-used-in-china/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-warehouse-pioneers-system-only-used-in-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theatre turns 'extraordinary ideas' into new shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Its Made In Northampton series aims to highlight different voices in the town, says its director.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatre-turns-extraordinary-ideas-into-new-shows/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatre-turns-extraordinary-ideas-into-new-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent promoted as Middlesex beat Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Max Holden and Ben Geddes share a century partnership as Middlesex win to end Northamptonshire's faint chance of promotion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kent-promoted-as-middlesex-beat-northants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kent-promoted-as-middlesex-beat-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two women on dog rescue die in crash in Romania]]></title><description><![CDATA[An animal rescue says it is devastated after the pair are killed in a crash while collecting dogs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-women-on-dog-rescue-die-in-crash-in-romania/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-women-on-dog-rescue-die-in-crash-in-romania/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dinner lady reflects on 48 years of meals and memories]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marlene Becks says it is quite an achievement to be still working at 80 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dinner-lady-reflects-on-48-years-of-meals-and-memories/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dinner-lady-reflects-on-48-years-of-meals-and-memories/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Beery Bikers' pedal all the way to Spain for charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pedalling pals have cycled from West Haddon to Spain for charity and in memory of their loved ones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/beery-bikers-pedal-all-the-way-to-spain-for-charity/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/beery-bikers-pedal-all-the-way-to-spain-for-charity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Touring car driver hopes for record fifth title]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 32-year-old leads the championship going in the penultimate race.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/touring-car-driver-hopes-for-record-fifth-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/touring-car-driver-hopes-for-record-fifth-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints begin title defence with win over Newcastle]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Pater and Tommy Freeman score hat-tricks as Northampton kick off their title defence with a 59-26 win over Newcastle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-begin-title-defence-with-win-over-newcastle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-begin-title-defence-with-win-over-newcastle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promotion-chasing Northants in trouble at Middlesex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire's hopes of promotion from Division Two are fading as they face defeat at Middlesex.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/promotion-chasing-northants-in-trouble-at-middlesex/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/promotion-chasing-northants-in-trouble-at-middlesex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strategy will safeguard nature for generations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local Nature Recovery Strategy is approved for one of England's "most nature-depleted areas".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strategy-will-safeguard-nature-for-generations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strategy-will-safeguard-nature-for-generations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council to fight government decision on housing plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The current plans require 47,300 new homes to be built across the area by 2043.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-to-fight-government-decision-on-housing-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-to-fight-government-decision-on-housing-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teams clear 'eyesore' litter during A45 closures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clearance teams fill 420 sacks of litter during 12 night shifts amid ongoing roadworks closures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teams-clear-eyesore-litter-during-a45-closures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teams-clear-eyesore-litter-during-a45-closures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Betty the 'cold-stunned' turtle set for Azores release]]></title><description><![CDATA[Betty was washed ashore at Dunwich during storms and has been nursed back to health in Hunstanton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/betty-the-cold-stunned-turtle-set-for-azores-release/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/betty-the-cold-stunned-turtle-set-for-azores-release/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rowing club 'on a high' as it celebrates 50 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The co-founder of Northampton Rowing Club says he still gets "a buzz" out of the sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rowing-club-on-a-high-as-it-celebrates-50-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rowing-club-on-a-high-as-it-celebrates-50-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Life as a Wag in the transfer window]]></title><description><![CDATA[An insight into the hidden side of the transfer window and what it means for the families of professional players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/life-as-a-wag-in-the-transfer-window/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/life-as-a-wag-in-the-transfer-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants promotion hopes dented after Lord's collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire's hopes of promotion from Division Two fade following a poor opening day against Middlesex.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-promotion-hopes-dented-after-lords-collapse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-promotion-hopes-dented-after-lords-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after mobility scooter rider injured]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 90s is taken to hospital after a crash at a pedestrian crossing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-mobility-scooter-rider-injured/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-mobility-scooter-rider-injured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints unchanged as Newcastle start seven new signings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins are without injured George Furbank and Marcus Smith for Friday's Prem opener but Bath's have Will Stuart back in their XV, while Newcastle start seven new signings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-unchanged-as-newcastle-start-seven-new-signings/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-unchanged-as-newcastle-start-seven-new-signings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Saints reign again or new winners rise? - Prem Rugby club guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport commentators and reporters analyse how the 10 Prem Rugby clubs will fare ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/will-saints-reign-again-or-new-winners-rise-prem-rugby-club-guide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/will-saints-reign-again-or-new-winners-rise-prem-rugby-club-guide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after school receives threatening call]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say Earl Spencer Primary School went into lockdown as a safeguarding measure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-school-receives-threatening-call/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-school-receives-threatening-call/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform could scrap climate emergency declaration]]></title><description><![CDATA[The declaration was made by the Conservative council five years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-could-scrap-climate-emergency-declaration/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-could-scrap-climate-emergency-declaration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last car left in condemned multi-storey to go]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decision on whether to reopen the car park building has not been reached, the council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/last-car-left-in-condemned-multi-storey-to-go/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/last-car-left-in-condemned-multi-storey-to-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CCTV footage released in murder investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers want to speak to a man they believe has information that could help them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cctv-footage-released-in-murder-investigation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cctv-footage-released-in-murder-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced for beer keg attack at police station]]></title><description><![CDATA[Damage sees the front of the police station boarded up with no public access to its front counter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-sentenced-for-beer-keg-attack-at-police-station/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-sentenced-for-beer-keg-attack-at-police-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shoe maker submits plans for derelict site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shoe maker John Lobb wants to bring a derelict site previously used by a gas firm back to life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shoe-maker-submits-plans-for-derelict-site/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shoe-maker-submits-plans-for-derelict-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northamptonshire release Sharma and Buchake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire all-rounder Aadi Sharma and batter Arush Buchake will leave the club at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northamptonshire-release-sharma-and-buchake/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northamptonshire-release-sharma-and-buchake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Harry honours girl who defied all the odds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Margot is recognised at the WellChild Awards after surviving a catastrophic bleed on the brain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prince-harry-honours-girl-who-defied-all-the-odds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prince-harry-honours-girl-who-defied-all-the-odds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kettering Town agrees sale to new owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Club owner George Akhtar says the potential buyers, who are two ex-players, could invest millions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kettering-town-agrees-sale-to-new-owners/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kettering-town-agrees-sale-to-new-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kids charity receives funding for therapy project]]></title><description><![CDATA[A charity says it will help young people be "heard, understood and supported to heal".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kids-charity-receives-funding-for-therapy-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kids-charity-receives-funding-for-therapy-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earl Spencer should pull Diana book from shelves, Piers Morgan says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Princess Diana's brother apologised to Morgan for a factual error in his memoir. Morgan said he is "pursuing legal action" against Spencer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencer-should-pull-diana-book-from-shelves-piers-morgan-says/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencer-should-pull-diana-book-from-shelves-piers-morgan-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollock left money on table to stay at Saints - Hearn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock turned down rival offers worth much more than his Northampton extension, which will earn him over &pound;400,000 a year, says adviser Eddie Hearn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-left-money-on-table-to-stay-at-saints-hearn/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-left-money-on-table-to-stay-at-saints-hearn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homes evacuated after fire spreads through shops]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews are damping down at the site of the fire, which caused power to be cut off to nearby properties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/homes-evacuated-after-fire-spreads-through-shops/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/homes-evacuated-after-fire-spreads-through-shops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'selfless decision' that saved our boy's life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ollie is still thriving and happy 10 years after receiving a liver transplant from 17-year-old Miriam.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-selfless-decision-that-saved-our-boys-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-selfless-decision-that-saved-our-boys-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollock signs new Northampton deal in excess of £400K]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock has brought an end to his contract stand-off with Northampton, saying it was ultimately "a very easy decision" to sign an extension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-signs-new-northampton-deal-in-excess-of-400k/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-signs-new-northampton-deal-in-excess-of-400k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed after gun found in park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jakub Sawa is sentenced to six years in prison after being found guilty of possessing a firearm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-after-gun-found-in-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-after-gun-found-in-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bride's veil saved by rower after it blows away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tina Appleford thanks Bedford rowers who saved her veil, although it was too green to wear again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/brides-veil-saved-by-rower-after-it-blows-away/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/brides-veil-saved-by-rower-after-it-blows-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['One of the worst adverts for county game' - Lehmann]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire head coach Darren Lehmann says one of the worst advertisements for the county game was on show after his side's draw with Derbyshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/one-of-the-worst-adverts-for-county-game-lehmann/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/one-of-the-worst-adverts-for-county-game-lehmann/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight men charged in cockfighting investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The men face charges after police in Northamptonshire discovered an illegal fight in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/eight-men-charged-in-cockfighting-investigation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/eight-men-charged-in-cockfighting-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major unit takes over inquiries into police video]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Office for Police Conduct's investigation into Northamptonshire Police continues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/major-unit-takes-over-inquiries-into-police-video/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/major-unit-takes-over-inquiries-into-police-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclist killed in collision was 'kindest person']]></title><description><![CDATA[Michelle Tiller's husband Robert pays tribute to his "best friend" and "a wonderful mother".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cyclist-killed-in-collision-was-kindest-person/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cyclist-killed-in-collision-was-kindest-person/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Key takeaways from BBC interview as Earl Spencer defends claims about King]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earl Spencer speaks to the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg ahead of the publication of his book about his sister Diana, Princess of Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/key-takeaways-from-bbc-interview-as-earl-spencer-defends-claims-about-king/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/key-takeaways-from-bbc-interview-as-earl-spencer-defends-claims-about-king/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why has a plan for 47,000 homes been so controversial?]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Northamptonshire Council's draft Local Plan could see up to 47,300 new homes built across the region by 2043.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-has-a-plan-for-47000-homes-been-so-controversial/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-has-a-plan-for-47000-homes-been-so-controversial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football club to run health programme at stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Men aged between 30 and 70 are being invited to join the inclusive sessions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/football-club-to-run-health-programme-at-stadium/</link><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/football-club-to-run-health-programme-at-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[F1 rivals battle it out in charity football games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organiser Imogen Tait hopes the annual matches will continue "for many years to come".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/f1-rivals-battle-it-out-in-charity-football-games/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/f1-rivals-battle-it-out-in-charity-football-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overgrowth cleared to make students feel safer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The work was carried out to improve "public safety" and create "cleaner, safer spaces".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/overgrowth-cleared-to-make-students-feel-safer/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/overgrowth-cleared-to-make-students-feel-safer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants frustrated by rain in Derbyshire draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire's promotion hopes are dented as rain denies them the chance to close out victory against Derbyshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-frustrated-by-rain-in-derbyshire-draw/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-frustrated-by-rain-in-derbyshire-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton agree deal with Pato-led consortium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton reach agreement with a consortium including former Brazil forward Alexandre Pato over a "proposed shareholding acquisition".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-agree-deal-with-pato-led-consortium/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-agree-deal-with-pato-led-consortium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints better prepared for Prem title defence - Dowson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson tells the BBC's Saints Show that the club has better chance of defending their title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-better-prepared-for-prem-title-defence-dowson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-better-prepared-for-prem-title-defence-dowson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints drop plan for memorial wall for fans' ashes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The club says there has not been enough demand for the project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-drop-plan-for-memorial-wall-for-fans-ashes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-drop-plan-for-memorial-wall-for-fans-ashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum who died in bus stop crash named]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Danielle Sharpe, who died in Corby, say she "left a remarkable stamp on this world".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-who-died-in-bus-stop-crash-named/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-who-died-in-bus-stop-crash-named/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Review into withheld police video due in December]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review is under way into why Northamptonshire Police withheld a video of an arrest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/review-into-withheld-police-video-due-in-december/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/review-into-withheld-police-video-due-in-december/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PM promises meeting about brain cancer fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andy Burnham promises health department input after the death of 14-year-old Max Hall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pm-promises-meeting-about-brain-cancer-fight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pm-promises-meeting-about-brain-cancer-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fin Smith sets England autumn ultimatum to hit form]]></title><description><![CDATA[England fly-half Fin Smith says an under-par autumn would trigger fundamental questions about the team's direction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fin-smith-sets-england-autumn-ultimatum-to-hit-form/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fin-smith-sets-england-autumn-ultimatum-to-hit-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants require record run chase to beat Derbys]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Potts' maiden half-century rescues Derbyshire as they threaten to derail Northamptonshire's promotion challenge in the County Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-require-record-run-chase-to-beat-derbys/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-require-record-run-chase-to-beat-derbys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moment man with knife threatened couple at their doorstep]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jamie Allen took exception with being filmed by the home's doorbell camera, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/moment-man-with-knife-threatened-couple-at-their-doorstep/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/moment-man-with-knife-threatened-couple-at-their-doorstep/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robbie Williams to headline British Grand Prix gig]]></title><description><![CDATA[The popstar will kick off a full weekend of headline acts at Silverstone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/robbie-williams-to-headline-british-grand-prix-gig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/robbie-williams-to-headline-british-grand-prix-gig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're on a journey' - Northampton boss Hogg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town boss Chris Hogg asks fans for patience after winning just one of their opening six league matches since relegation back to League Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/were-on-a-journey-northampton-boss-hogg/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/were-on-a-journey-northampton-boss-hogg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Affordable homes secured after council purchase]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council secures 87 affordable homes in a development under a Section 106 planning agreement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/affordable-homes-secured-after-council-purchase/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/affordable-homes-secured-after-council-purchase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University has a 'responsibility to listen and act']]></title><description><![CDATA[A university vice chancellor asks "what do we want our communities to look like in 20 years"?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/university-has-a-responsibility-to-listen-and-act/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/university-has-a-responsibility-to-listen-and-act/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BGT group expands day provision services]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mother of one of the users says it has given her son a confidence boost.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bgt-group-expands-day-provision-services/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bgt-group-expands-day-provision-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earl Spencer's unreleased book on  Diana stolen in the Netherlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[The theft of Earl Spencer's memoir about his late sister comes one week ahead of the book's release.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencers-unreleased-book-on-diana-stolen-in-the-netherlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencers-unreleased-book-on-diana-stolen-in-the-netherlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Government intervenes on ditched housing plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The minister for housing and planning says a final plan must be submitted by the end of the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/government-intervenes-on-ditched-housing-plan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/government-intervenes-on-ditched-housing-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police patrols to raise awareness of drink spiking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers will be out and about during Freshers' Week in Northampton, which starts on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-patrols-to-raise-awareness-of-drink-spiking/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-patrols-to-raise-awareness-of-drink-spiking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staying a 'no-brainer' - Freeman signs Saints deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints and England winger Tommy Freeman agrees a contract extension with the reigning Prem champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/staying-a-no-brainer-freeman-signs-saints-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/staying-a-no-brainer-freeman-signs-saints-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's an idiot, but he's our idiot' - Saints fans on Pollock contract stand-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[How has a drawn-out and public contract negotiation affected the relationship between Henry Pollock and Northampton Saints fans?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hes-an-idiot-but-hes-our-idiot-saints-fans-on-pollock-contract-stand-off/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hes-an-idiot-but-hes-our-idiot-saints-fans-on-pollock-contract-stand-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina-bound seabird found in landlocked county]]></title><description><![CDATA[The young Manx shearwater is being treated in a wildlife hospital after being rescued from a garden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/argentina-bound-seabird-found-in-landlocked-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/argentina-bound-seabird-found-in-landlocked-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How High Street shops are taking on violent shoplifters]]></title><description><![CDATA[The BBC meets Darren and other people on the front line of retail crime in the East of England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-high-street-shops-are-taking-on-violent-shoplifters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-high-street-shops-are-taking-on-violent-shoplifters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madsen &amp; Aitchison hit tons for Derbys at Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Derbyshire's Wayne Madsen and Ben Aitchison score centuries in a stunning partnership on day one against Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/madsen-amp-aitchison-hit-tons-for-derbys-at-northants/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/madsen-amp-aitchison-hit-tons-for-derbys-at-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS trust takes on under-fire hospital's patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Northamptonshire NHS trust vows to provide "compassionate, quality care".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nhs-trust-takes-on-under-fire-hospitals-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nhs-trust-takes-on-under-fire-hospitals-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver with life-threatening injuries after A5 crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The road has reopened say police after the incident between two cars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/driver-with-life-threatening-injuries-after-a5-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/driver-with-life-threatening-injuries-after-a5-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Housing plan ditched after 'overwhelming' criticism]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 6,000 responses to proposals for new developments lead to the rejection of a Local Plan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/housing-plan-ditched-after-overwhelming-criticism/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/housing-plan-ditched-after-overwhelming-criticism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flat closed after bad behaviour reported for months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Neighbouring residents were "fearful of leaving their homes", a council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/flat-closed-after-bad-behaviour-reported-for-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/flat-closed-after-bad-behaviour-reported-for-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empty unit auctions planned to help town's revamp]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is part of a programme where new tenants are found for vacant shops.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/empty-unit-auctions-planned-to-help-towns-revamp/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/empty-unit-auctions-planned-to-help-towns-revamp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New service for people with high blood pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The programme aims to reach people who may face barriers accessing traditional healthcare services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-service-for-people-with-high-blood-pressure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-service-for-people-with-high-blood-pressure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollock keeps options open as Saints talks continue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock continues to play hardball in his negotiations over a Northampton Saints contract extension, insisting he is still open to offers from elsewhere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-keeps-options-open-as-saints-talks-continue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-keeps-options-open-as-saints-talks-continue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants all-rounder Keogh to retire after 16 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants' 34-year-old all rounder Rob Keogh will end his 16-year career at the County Ground following medical advice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-keogh-to-retire-after-16-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-keogh-to-retire-after-16-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Removal of US Embassy staffer from UK 'unforgivable']]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlotte Charles says the situation has "all the hallmarks" of her son's case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/removal-of-us-embassy-staffer-from-uk-unforgivable/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/removal-of-us-embassy-staffer-from-uk-unforgivable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town centre 'mobbed' as half marathon returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crowds packed the streets of Northampton to cheer on more than 1,300 runners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-mobbed-as-half-marathon-returns/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-mobbed-as-half-marathon-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campaigners speak out about revised local plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest plans dismiss some proposals for homes and warehouses, but others remain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigners-speak-out-about-revised-local-plan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigners-speak-out-about-revised-local-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reintroduction of forest butterflies set to expand]]></title><description><![CDATA[A charity says it has been given &pound;150,000 to expand the project in the next three years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reintroduction-of-forest-butterflies-set-to-expand/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reintroduction-of-forest-butterflies-set-to-expand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We turned a VW Beetle into a Hot Wheels car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ray Ramsay's car is the winner of a national design competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/we-turned-a-vw-beetle-into-a-hot-wheels-car/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/we-turned-a-vw-beetle-into-a-hot-wheels-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildlife visitor centres close as part of 'refocus']]></title><description><![CDATA[The facility will close at the beginning of November and reopen in 2027 as an education space.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wildlife-visitor-centres-close-as-part-of-refocus/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wildlife-visitor-centres-close-as-part-of-refocus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Extensive record' of Corby life to be digitised]]></title><description><![CDATA[The collection, by Corby Community Arts, will be an "extensive record" of social and cultural life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/extensive-record-of-corby-life-to-be-digitised/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/extensive-record-of-corby-life-to-be-digitised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harlequins fight back to beat Saints in Prem Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newcastle open cup account with win, Harlequins come back to beat Northampton and Exeter and Gloucester win in Prem Rugby Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harlequins-fight-back-to-beat-saints-in-prem-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harlequins-fight-back-to-beat-saints-in-prem-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands expected at town's half marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 2,000 people are expected to take part in the event on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/thousands-expected-at-towns-half-marathon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/thousands-expected-at-towns-half-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilgrim's trail inspires 81-mile ultra run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah Groves finds that 46 people were "crazy" enough to take on the challenge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pilgrims-trail-inspires-81-mile-ultra-run/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pilgrims-trail-inspires-81-mile-ultra-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strike called over train safety concerns suspended]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the RMT union at East Midlands Railway were due to strike next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strike-called-over-train-safety-concerns-suspended/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strike-called-over-train-safety-concerns-suspended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman dies after car hits pedestrians at bus stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man is being questioned by police over the crash, which has also left a teenage boy injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-dies-after-car-hits-pedestrians-at-bus-stop/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-dies-after-car-hits-pedestrians-at-bus-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PC denies causing death of boy, 16, in e-bike crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryley Hutson, who was riding an electric bike at the time, was pronounced dead at the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pc-denies-causing-death-of-boy-16-in-e-bike-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pc-denies-causing-death-of-boy-16-in-e-bike-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make A Difference 2026: Award is the 'icing on the cake']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Rust Bucket Rally and Step Forward with Lewis are named among the county's winners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/make-a-difference-2026-award-is-the-icing-on-the-cake/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/make-a-difference-2026-award-is-the-icing-on-the-cake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental health hospital has 'sufficient staff to be safe']]></title><description><![CDATA[The removal of almost 300 patients from the Northampton site was ordered by NHS England in March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mental-health-hospital-has-sufficient-staff-to-be-safe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mental-health-hospital-has-sufficient-staff-to-be-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hosepipe ban could last until winter, firm says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anglian Water says heavy downpours are needed to replenish supplies]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hosepipe-ban-could-last-until-winter-firm-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 06:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hosepipe-ban-could-last-until-winter-firm-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three people taken to hospital following flat fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters say the blaze started on the second floor of a three-storey building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-people-taken-to-hospital-following-flat-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-people-taken-to-hospital-following-flat-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants beat Pears to stay in promotion hunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire wrap up a six-wicket win over Worcestershire to move second in Division Two, maintaining their promotion hopes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beat-pears-to-stay-in-promotion-hunt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beat-pears-to-stay-in-promotion-hunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Things can change quickly' - Dingwall on England omission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fraser Dingwall says his omission from England's past two squads is "disappointing", but does not make a return impossible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/things-can-change-quickly-dingwall-on-england-omission/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/things-can-change-quickly-dingwall-on-england-omission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Verstappen looks ahead to 100-person go-kart race]]></title><description><![CDATA[Max Verstappen says he thinks it'll be 'quite hectic' when he lines up at the back of a 100-person grid in a go-kart race at Silverstone next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/verstappen-looks-ahead-to-100-person-go-kart-race/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/verstappen-looks-ahead-to-100-person-go-kart-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bishop seeks to have child rape case dismissed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The alleged incidents took place in the early 2000s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bishop-seeks-to-have-child-rape-case-dismissed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bishop-seeks-to-have-child-rape-case-dismissed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's massive!' Meet Hugo, the world's tallest horse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hugo the shire horse enters the record books as the world's tallest living horse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hes-massive-meet-hugo-the-worlds-tallest-horse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hes-massive-meet-hugo-the-worlds-tallest-horse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More traffic cameras set to improve road safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ten spots have been found for the new cameras after originally identifying 13, the council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/more-traffic-cameras-set-to-improve-road-safety/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/more-traffic-cameras-set-to-improve-road-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP 'furious' about plans for car parking charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Northamptonshire Council is considering parking charges in parts of Wellingborough and Rushden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-furious-about-plans-for-car-parking-charges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-furious-about-plans-for-car-parking-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zaib hits century for Northants at New Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saif Zaib scores 110 as Northants take an 89-run first-innings lead against Worcestershire, who are 55-3 at the end of the second day's play.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/zaib-hits-century-for-northants-at-new-road/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/zaib-hits-century-for-northants-at-new-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager died after being stabbed in the neck, inquest]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest opens into the death of Khadeem Parris as two men face a murder trial next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenager-died-after-being-stabbed-in-the-neck-inquest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenager-died-after-being-stabbed-in-the-neck-inquest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 16, dies after being stabbed in the neck]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest opens into the death of Khadeem Parris as two men face a murder trial next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-16-dies-after-being-stabbed-in-the-neck/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-16-dies-after-being-stabbed-in-the-neck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman found in caravan was strangled, inquest hears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Lewis is charged with murder and is due back in court in October for a plea hearing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-found-in-caravan-was-strangled-inquest-hears/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-found-in-caravan-was-strangled-inquest-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I've been given a parking charge notice - do I have to pay it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millions of parking charge notices were issued this year, but what how do they differ to parking fines?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ive-been-given-a-parking-charge-notice-do-i-have-to-pay-it/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ive-been-given-a-parking-charge-notice-do-i-have-to-pay-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital maternity services upgraded to 'good']]></title><description><![CDATA[Inspectors say the maternity unit has demonstrated a "compassionate and person-centred culture".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospital-maternity-services-upgraded-to-good/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospital-maternity-services-upgraded-to-good/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&pound;200k frozen in probe into illegal 'skinny jabs']]></title><description><![CDATA[The UK medicines watchdog freezes bank accounts as part of its probe into illicit weight loss jabs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pound200k-frozen-in-probe-into-illegal-skinny-jabs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pound200k-frozen-in-probe-into-illegal-skinny-jabs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alan Carr holds back tears on special night at National Television Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[The comedian and Celebrity Traitors win big - see a full list of winners and nominees from the 26th edition of the awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/alan-carr-holds-back-tears-on-special-night-at-national-television-awards/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/alan-carr-holds-back-tears-on-special-night-at-national-television-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspector overturns refusal of homes near woodland]]></title><description><![CDATA[A government planning inspector allows plans for up to 100 homes to be built following an appeal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/inspector-overturns-refusal-of-homes-near-woodland/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/inspector-overturns-refusal-of-homes-near-woodland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with murder after body found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police believe Christopher Streather, 51, died several days before his body was found in a property.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-charged-with-murder-after-body-found/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-charged-with-murder-after-body-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes paid to 'one-of-a-kind' man after crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relatives of Charlie Watt, who died just days after turning 84, say he was "a truly special man".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-paid-to-one-of-a-kind-man-after-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-paid-to-one-of-a-kind-man-after-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does takeover by sportswear firm mean for traditional shoemaker?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grenson, which has been making shoes for 160 years, is entering a new era under Castore's ownership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-does-takeover-by-sportswear-firm-mean-for-traditional-shoemaker/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-does-takeover-by-sportswear-firm-mean-for-traditional-shoemaker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP calls for lido to be reintroduced in town]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new petition calls on the government to provide funding for a lido in Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-calls-for-lido-to-be-reintroduced-in-town/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-calls-for-lido-to-be-reintroduced-in-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silverstone joins 2027 FIA Karting calendar]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FIA announces that Silverstone will host a round of its Karting European Championship in 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/silverstone-joins-2027-fia-karting-calendar/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/silverstone-joins-2027-fia-karting-calendar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants seamer Conway extends deal until 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian pace bowler Harry Conway will remain with Northamptonshire until the end of 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-seamer-conway-extends-deal-until-2028/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-seamer-conway-extends-deal-until-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Widow says cafe trips with strangers are a lifesaver]]></title><description><![CDATA[The social enterprise encourages people to chat to strangers at the weekly meetings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/widow-says-cafe-trips-with-strangers-are-a-lifesaver/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/widow-says-cafe-trips-with-strangers-are-a-lifesaver/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I turned my pain into purpose to become a beauty queen']]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlotte Levy, the reigning Miss Northampton, wants to help other young women leaving care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-turned-my-pain-into-purpose-to-become-a-beauty-queen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-turned-my-pain-into-purpose-to-become-a-beauty-queen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three murder arrests after body found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police believe the victim, a man in his 50s, was dead days before he was found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-murder-arrests-after-body-found/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-murder-arrests-after-body-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighter describes emotional 9/11 stair climb]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the eight firefighters who travelled to the US says it was surreal taking part.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/firefighter-describes-emotional-911-stair-climb/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/firefighter-describes-emotional-911-stair-climb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CarFest returning to Silverstone for second year]]></title><description><![CDATA["Being at Silverstone gave us the chance to do everything we love about CarFest," says Chris Evans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/carfest-returning-to-silverstone-for-second-year/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/carfest-returning-to-silverstone-for-second-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem Rugby Cup: Wins for Bears, Sarries and Quins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol, Saracens and Harlequins all claim wins to begin their Prem Rugby Cup campaigns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-rugby-cup-wins-for-bears-sarries-and-quins/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-rugby-cup-wins-for-bears-sarries-and-quins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants out for 50 as Durham close in on promotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham skittle Northamptonshire for just 50 as Callum Parkinson's 6-20 helps the Division Two leaders to a big victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-out-for-50-as-durham-close-in-on-promotion/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-out-for-50-as-durham-close-in-on-promotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two passengers die in single-vehicle crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the passengers were aged 19 and 27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-passengers-die-in-single-vehicle-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-passengers-die-in-single-vehicle-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alan Carr backs hometown music festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[The comedian and TV star is throwing his support behind the free music event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/alan-carr-backs-hometown-music-festival/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/alan-carr-backs-hometown-music-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Music event aims to unite dads and SEND children]]></title><description><![CDATA[The not-for-profit group SENDS 4 Dad hosts a music event to unite dads and children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/music-event-aims-to-unite-dads-and-send-children/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/music-event-aims-to-unite-dads-and-send-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder investigation launched after body found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police believe the victim, a man in his 50s, was dead for days before he was found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/murder-investigation-launched-after-body-found/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/murder-investigation-launched-after-body-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants v Durham set for close finish]]></title><description><![CDATA[Division Two leaders Durham close day three with a lead of 188 and three wickets in hand against Northants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-v-durham-set-for-close-finish/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-v-durham-set-for-close-finish/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed over axe attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police says the attack could have had devastating consequences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-over-axe-attack/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-jailed-over-axe-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pato consortium's Northampton investment approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Independent Football Regulator approves investment into the Cobblers by a Brazilian consortium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pato-consortiums-northampton-investment-approved/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pato-consortiums-northampton-investment-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP calls for 'failing' rail firm to lose contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire MP Lee Barron asks the secretary of state to nationalise EMR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-calls-for-failing-rail-firm-to-lose-contract/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-calls-for-failing-rail-firm-to-lose-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road reopens after extensive viaduct repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waterproofing, replacing some expansion joints and new signage are part of the repair project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/road-reopens-after-extensive-viaduct-repairs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/road-reopens-after-extensive-viaduct-repairs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Distorted rail causes train cancellations]]></title><description><![CDATA[London Northwestern Railway says delays are expected until 19:00 due to the fault near Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/distorted-rail-causes-train-cancellations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/distorted-rail-causes-train-cancellations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police inspector denies child sex offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Bedfordshire Police inspector denies sex offences during a hearing at Northampton Crown Court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-inspector-denies-child-sex-offences/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-inspector-denies-child-sex-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council considers wider region strategic authority]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council leader says an authority including multiple councils will be more powerful.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-considers-wider-region-strategic-authority/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-considers-wider-region-strategic-authority/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need To Know Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Horse racing will return to Towcester Racecourse for the first time in nearly a decade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/need-to-know-northampton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/need-to-know-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horse racing returns to course after almost a decade]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first National Hunt fixture is due to take place at the Northamptonshire course in October 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/horse-racing-returns-to-course-after-almost-a-decade/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/horse-racing-returns-to-course-after-almost-a-decade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Reform councillor joins Lib Dems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kathryn Shaw says she wants to put "people before politics".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-reform-councillor-joins-lib-dems/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-reform-councillor-joins-lib-dems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defending champion Murphy exits British Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defending champion Shaun Murphy is knocked out of the British Open after a 4-2 defeat to David Gilbert in the second round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/defending-champion-murphy-exits-british-open/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/defending-champion-murphy-exits-british-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We've got to find a happy medium' - Dowson confident on Pollock deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton boss Phil Dowson says he is optimistic about extending Henry Pollock's contract despite agent demands for seven-figure annual wages.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/weve-got-to-find-a-happy-medium-dowson-confident-on-pollock-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/weve-got-to-find-a-happy-medium-dowson-confident-on-pollock-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedingham helps Durham to steady start at Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Durham's David Bedingham again proves the thorn in Northamptonshire's side as he scores an unbeaten 57 on the opening day at Wantage Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bedingham-helps-durham-to-steady-start-at-northants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bedingham-helps-durham-to-steady-start-at-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PM pays tribute to boy who died from cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[His local MP raises the issue of brain cancer research following the death of 14-year-old Max Hall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pm-pays-tribute-to-boy-who-died-from-cancer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pm-pays-tribute-to-boy-who-died-from-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community holds vigil for Nepal-Tibet flood victims]]></title><description><![CDATA["Distance cannot diminish compassion," says the Corby Nepalese Community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-holds-vigil-for-nepal-tibet-flood-victims/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-holds-vigil-for-nepal-tibet-flood-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trial date set in caravan park murder case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Brian Lewis appears in court charged with the murder of Susan Lumsden last month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/trial-date-set-in-caravan-park-murder-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/trial-date-set-in-caravan-park-murder-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer charged with sexual offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhiryd Wyn Hughes faces three charges of indecent exposure, and of misconduct in a public office.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-officer-charged-with-sexual-offences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-officer-charged-with-sexual-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comeback plan for town anti-social behaviour order]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Northamptonshire council says it is seeking a fresh PSPO after previous order expired.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/comeback-plan-for-town-anti-social-behaviour-order/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/comeback-plan-for-town-anti-social-behaviour-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walking and cycling routes due for safety upgrades]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Reform UK council aims to get people moving "without hopping behind the wheel of a car".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/walking-and-cycling-routes-due-for-safety-upgrades/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/walking-and-cycling-routes-due-for-safety-upgrades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Dale and add Chambers and Powell on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign free agent winger Owen Dale, and add midfielder Sam Chambers and defender Josh Powell on loan for the rest of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-dale-and-add-chambers-and-powell-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-dale-and-add-chambers-and-powell-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man's finger severed in park dog attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police says the dog is a large black Staffordshire bull terrier cross with a white chest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mans-finger-severed-in-park-dog-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mans-finger-severed-in-park-dog-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alan Carr immortalised in street art festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Thompson says more than 360 artists contributed to the three-day street art event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/alan-carr-immortalised-in-street-art-festival/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/alan-carr-immortalised-in-street-art-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town centre car parks partly close for two months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Northampton car parks will be restricted while archaeological works take place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-car-parks-partly-close-for-two-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-car-parks-partly-close-for-two-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[House-buyer hit with costs as planning delay stops move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simon Hawking says he had to pull out of purchasing a shared-ownership home after setbacks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/house-buyer-hit-with-costs-as-planning-delay-stops-move/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/house-buyer-hit-with-costs-as-planning-delay-stops-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four men arrested after town centre stabbings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four people are taken to hospital with one requiring surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/four-men-arrested-after-town-centre-stabbings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/four-men-arrested-after-town-centre-stabbings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shadow health minister quits Badenoch's top team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daventry's Stuart Andrew is the latest Conservative MP to resign from Kemi Badenoch's shadow cabinet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shadow-health-minister-quits-badenochs-top-team/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shadow-health-minister-quits-badenochs-top-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greenbelt Festival bids farewell to Boughton House]]></title><description><![CDATA[The long-running arts and faith festival is now looking for a new home for its 2028 event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/greenbelt-festival-bids-farewell-to-boughton-house/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/greenbelt-festival-bids-farewell-to-boughton-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recycling centres now hubs for pre-loved baby items]]></title><description><![CDATA[People in Northamptonshire will be able to go to set recycling centres to donate preloved baby items.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/recycling-centres-now-hubs-for-pre-loved-baby-items/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/recycling-centres-now-hubs-for-pre-loved-baby-items/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants gain maximum batting points in Kent draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Centuries from Ricardo Vasconcelos and Nathan McSweeney help Northamptonshire to maximum batting bonus points in their draw with Kent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-gain-maximum-batting-points-in-kent-draw/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-gain-maximum-batting-points-in-kent-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Battery fire warning after 'sharp rise' in incidents]]></title><description><![CDATA[People in West Northamptonshire are urged to bin batteries responsibly after waste collection fires.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/battery-fire-warning-after-sharp-rise-in-incidents/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/battery-fire-warning-after-sharp-rise-in-incidents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Universal park will supercharge county's economy']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Universal theme park in Bedfordshire could have a positive economic impact on Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/universal-park-will-supercharge-countys-economy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/universal-park-will-supercharge-countys-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton boxer Chantelle Cameron wins thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chantelle Cameron produced one of the finest displays of her career to beat Mikaela Mayer and add the WBA and WBC light-middleweight titles to her WBO belt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-boxer-chantelle-cameron-wins-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-boxer-chantelle-cameron-wins-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum opens play cafe to fight postpartum loneliness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah Elliott wants her venture to provide a network for new parents feeling isolated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-opens-play-cafe-to-fight-postpartum-loneliness/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-opens-play-cafe-to-fight-postpartum-loneliness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We're nervous of parking apps,' say older drivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers from across the East of England tell the BBC they fear the digital divide is getting bigger.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/were-nervous-of-parking-apps-say-older-drivers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/were-nervous-of-parking-apps-say-older-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants reply well after Kent post 345]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zak Crawley falls short of a century but Daniel Bell-Drummond helps Kent post 345 against Northants, who end day two 74-0 in reply.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-reply-well-after-kent-post-345/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-reply-well-after-kent-post-345/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victim of suspected caravan murder was a 'kind mum']]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Sue Lumsden, 62, pay tribute after her body is found on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/victim-of-suspected-caravan-murder-was-a-kind-mum/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/victim-of-suspected-caravan-murder-was-a-kind-mum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Section of town centre car park to close for months]]></title><description><![CDATA[The changes will affect 28 of the 62 spaces available at the St John's Square car park in Daventry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/section-of-town-centre-car-park-to-close-for-months/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/section-of-town-centre-car-park-to-close-for-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resurfacing work to start on Rushden road link]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Northamptonshire Council says overnight closures will avoid the Bank Holiday weekend]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/resurfacing-work-to-start-on-rushden-road-link/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/resurfacing-work-to-start-on-rushden-road-link/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search goes on to get oldest pub back on tap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Backers still hopeful operator can be found for the Old Black Lion despite challenging times for the hospitality sector]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/search-goes-on-to-get-oldest-pub-back-on-tap/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/search-goes-on-to-get-oldest-pub-back-on-tap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know about CarFest]]></title><description><![CDATA[The three-day music and motoring festival has a new home in Northamptonshire this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/all-you-need-to-know-about-carfest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/all-you-need-to-know-about-carfest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hedgehog charity to double capacity with new home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity, which currently rescues 250 hedgehogs a year, is moving to a new home in Buckingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hedgehog-charity-to-double-capacity-with-new-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hedgehog-charity-to-double-capacity-with-new-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kent take charge in Northants clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zak Crawley posts highest score of the Championship season as Kent make blistering start to big Division Two promotion clash at Northants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kent-take-charge-in-northants-clash/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kent-take-charge-in-northants-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman found dead in caravan named by police]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man arrested in connection with the death of the woman remains in police custody, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-found-dead-in-caravan-named-by-police/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-found-dead-in-caravan-named-by-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is going on with the takeover of Northampton Town?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former AC Milan, Chelsea and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato is part of a consortium interested in the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-is-going-on-with-the-takeover-of-northampton-town/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-is-going-on-with-the-takeover-of-northampton-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The gymnast so successful she lost count of her medals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ellie-Bea Thomas has represented Great Britain numerous times in rhythmic gymnastics.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-gymnast-so-successful-she-lost-count-of-her-medals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-gymnast-so-successful-she-lost-count-of-her-medals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council joining women's rough sleeping census]]></title><description><![CDATA[Estimates suggest 40-50 women are sleeping outside in West Northants, with some involved in sex work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-joining-womens-rough-sleeping-census/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-joining-womens-rough-sleeping-census/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager seriously hurt in suspected drink-drive crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police say the collision involved a cyclist and the driver of a black Audi A4.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenager-seriously-hurt-in-suspected-drink-drive-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenager-seriously-hurt-in-suspected-drink-drive-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man denies burglary at snooker star's home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kane Lee, 27, denies stealing cash, jewellery, watches and handbags from Kyren Wilson's house.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-denies-burglary-at-snooker-stars-home/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-denies-burglary-at-snooker-stars-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From influencers to queens of women's boxing - five years of MVP]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, Most Valuable Promotions celebrates its fifth anniversary. One of the feistiest upstarts in modern boxing has given a new platform to the world's best female fighters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/from-influencers-to-queens-of-womens-boxing-five-years-of-mvp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/from-influencers-to-queens-of-womens-boxing-five-years-of-mvp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal e-bikes 'menace' impacts legitimate sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richardson Cycles says staff often face aggression when they refuse to repair illegal e-bikes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/illegal-e-bikes-menace-impacts-legitimate-sales/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/illegal-e-bikes-menace-impacts-legitimate-sales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal e-bikes impact legitimate sales - shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richardson Cycles says staff often face aggression when they refuse to repair illegal e-bikes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/illegal-e-bikes-impact-legitimate-sales-shop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/illegal-e-bikes-impact-legitimate-sales-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town's art gallery set to welcome back visitors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Alfred East Art Gallery has been closed to the public for more than five years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/towns-art-gallery-set-to-welcome-back-visitors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/towns-art-gallery-set-to-welcome-back-visitors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The Corby to London train service is unviable']]></title><description><![CDATA[Rail user Matthew Aldridge says the Corby to London St Pancras service is too poor to rely upon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-corby-to-london-train-service-is-unviable/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-corby-to-london-train-service-is-unviable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies in van and lorry crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police refer themselves to a watchdog because officers had contact with the man before the crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-dies-in-van-and-lorry-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-dies-in-van-and-lorry-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants all-rounder Broad signs contract extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire all-rounder Justin Broad has agreed to extend his contract with the county until 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-broad-signs-contract-extension/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-broad-signs-contract-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women patients to leave St Andrew's hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alternative and suitable placements have been found for most of the women, says NHS England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/women-patients-to-leave-st-andrews-hospital/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/women-patients-to-leave-st-andrews-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yellow weather warnings issued as thunderstorms and flooding forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast to move northwards across the UK on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/yellow-weather-warnings-issued-as-thunderstorms-and-flooding-forecast/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/yellow-weather-warnings-issued-as-thunderstorms-and-flooding-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol sign lock Wells from Oundle for three months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears sign former Leicester Tigers lock Harry Wells on a three-month deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bristol-sign-lock-wells-from-oundle-for-three-months/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bristol-sign-lock-wells-from-oundle-for-three-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More fly-tipping fines as number of cases rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Data reveals fly-tipping incidents in north Northamptonshire have gone up by about 25% in one year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/more-fly-tipping-fines-as-number-of-cases-rise/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/more-fly-tipping-fines-as-number-of-cases-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gnome-care: Butchers shop becomes figurine hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alistair Dent says he has restored hundreds of gnomes and feels people are happier if they own one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/gnome-care-butchers-shop-becomes-figurine-hospital/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/gnome-care-butchers-shop-becomes-figurine-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lock closures and low water levels maroons boaters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boaters from Northampton are stuck in March due to lock closures triggered by a large scale fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lock-closures-and-low-water-levels-maroons-boaters/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lock-closures-and-low-water-levels-maroons-boaters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman sends life-saving message after sea rescue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Caroline Robb stresses the importance of lying on your back when you get into trouble in water.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-sends-life-saving-message-after-sea-rescue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-sends-life-saving-message-after-sea-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after pedestrian killed in crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 80s dies in hospital after being hit by a car on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-pedestrian-killed-in-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-pedestrian-killed-in-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after woman found dead in caravan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say a murder investigation is "moving at pace" after officers are called to a caravan park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-woman-found-dead-in-caravan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-arrested-after-woman-found-dead-in-caravan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New town centre police station approved by planners]]></title><description><![CDATA[The police station will occupy the building that used to be Jurassic Grill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-town-centre-police-station-approved-by-planners/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-town-centre-police-station-approved-by-planners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Itauma v Hrgovic &amp; Mayer v Cameron - all you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[All you need to know about Moses Itauma v Filip Hrgovic and Mikaela Mayer v Chantelle Cameron before the fights on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/itauma-v-hrgovic-amp-mayer-v-cameron-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/itauma-v-hrgovic-amp-mayer-v-cameron-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Radiotherapy patient donates skincare to hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Niven Whatley says donating the products was "a ray of sunshine and a bit of normality".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/radiotherapy-patient-donates-skincare-to-hospital/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/radiotherapy-patient-donates-skincare-to-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents asked to help track down fly-tippers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Levels of fly-tipping remain high in West Northamptonshire, despite a slight dip from last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/residents-asked-to-help-track-down-fly-tippers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/residents-asked-to-help-track-down-fly-tippers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is it so hard to find an NHS dentist? Find out how many have closed where you live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 600 practices in England have withdrawn from NHS dentistry over the last 10 years, as the service heads towards a two-tier system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-is-it-so-hard-to-find-an-nhs-dentist-find-out-how-many-have-closed-where-you-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-is-it-so-hard-to-find-an-nhs-dentist-find-out-how-many-have-closed-where-you-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surrey, Essex, Somerset &amp; Blaze make County Cup Finals Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey, Essex, Somerset and The Blaze make Finals Day at Old Trafford next Saturday after winning their quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/surrey-essex-somerset-amp-blaze-make-county-cup-finals-day/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/surrey-essex-somerset-amp-blaze-make-county-cup-finals-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare Moores dismissal as Lancs lose to Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire's Joe Moores is given out for obstructing the field as they suffer a heavy home Championship defeat by Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rare-moores-dismissal-as-lancs-lose-to-northants/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rare-moores-dismissal-as-lancs-lose-to-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fears of warehouse 'tsunami' as another is approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council gives permission for Saica Pack to extend its warehouse at Thrapston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fears-of-warehouse-tsunami-as-another-is-approved/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fears-of-warehouse-tsunami-as-another-is-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AfroFest aims to 'break down barriers' to theatre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The organiser says the last time many people visited the venue was for their graduation ceremony.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/afrofest-aims-to-break-down-barriers-to-theatre/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/afrofest-aims-to-break-down-barriers-to-theatre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strictly a 'dream come true' after stroke recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graeme Hall from the Channel 5 series 'Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly' is joining Strictly Come Dancing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strictly-a-dream-come-true-after-stroke-recovery/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strictly-a-dream-come-true-after-stroke-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB sprinter hails 'dream come true' senior debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ebuka Nwokeji competes as Britain's youngest male athlete at the European Athletics Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/gb-sprinter-hails-dream-come-true-senior-debut/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/gb-sprinter-hails-dream-come-true-senior-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign striker Opoku from Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign striker Nathan Opoku from Leicester City for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-striker-opoku-from-leicester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-striker-opoku-from-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councils to use AI to meet £37.6m funding gap]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both councils say they have seen a rise in spending across adult social care and children's services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/councils-to-use-ai-to-meet-376m-funding-gap/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/councils-to-use-ai-to-meet-376m-funding-gap/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pupils asked to back Town of Culture 2028 bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Town council leader Simon Rielly says the area has "a great chance of success".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pupils-asked-to-back-town-of-culture-2028-bid/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pupils-asked-to-back-town-of-culture-2028-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Engineer aims to lift world strongman title]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Merry is training four days a week for three hours at a time ahead of the event in Florida.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/engineer-aims-to-lift-world-strongman-title/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/engineer-aims-to-lift-world-strongman-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part of the A14 closed after lorry hits bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways says resurfacing work needs to be carried out following a fire and a diesel spill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/part-of-the-a14-closed-after-lorry-hits-bridge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/part-of-the-a14-closed-after-lorry-hits-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lancs' Walkden takes debut wicket v Northants on rain-hit day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Only 18 overs are possible on a rain-hit opening day between Lancashire and Northamptonshire in Division Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lancs-walkden-takes-debut-wicket-v-northants-on-rain-hit-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lancs-walkden-takes-debut-wicket-v-northants-on-rain-hit-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for 450 homes approved despite objections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Letters of objection raise concerns about the impact on a neighbouring estate and the wider town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-450-homes-approved-despite-objections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-450-homes-approved-despite-objections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Future of firework night still in discussion]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council says "positive conversations" are being held to decide if the free annual event goes ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/future-of-firework-night-still-in-discussion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/future-of-firework-night-still-in-discussion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family 'overwhelmed' by community help after fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The inside of a three-storey home was destroyed by an accidental fire, a family member says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-overwhelmed-by-community-help-after-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-overwhelmed-by-community-help-after-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry and Meghan are experts in surprise - but why are they returning to UK now?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sudden decision to return leaves lots of questions for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Royal Family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harry-and-meghan-are-experts-in-surprise-but-why-are-they-returning-to-uk-now/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harry-and-meghan-are-experts-in-surprise-but-why-are-they-returning-to-uk-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search for new rural bus service operator goes on]]></title><description><![CDATA[It has been five months since the previous operator ceased to run the community transport service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/search-for-new-rural-bus-service-operator-goes-on/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/search-for-new-rural-bus-service-operator-goes-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes paid after death of pedestrian hit by car]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 51-year-old is described as a "one-of-a-kind" father, grandfather and husband.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-paid-after-death-of-pedestrian-hit-by-car/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-paid-after-death-of-pedestrian-hit-by-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman dies after falling from bridge on to A-road]]></title><description><![CDATA[The eastbound carriageway has reopened but the westbound remains close, says National Highways.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-dies-after-falling-from-bridge-on-to-a-road/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-dies-after-falling-from-bridge-on-to-a-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel linked to Oliver Cromwell to reopen next year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new owners say the business will be an important part of the town's regeneration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hotel-linked-to-oliver-cromwell-to-reopen-next-year/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hotel-linked-to-oliver-cromwell-to-reopen-next-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drugs and disorder at flats leads to police action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the behaviour is having "a significant impact on residents and the wider community".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drugs-and-disorder-at-flats-leads-to-police-action/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drugs-and-disorder-at-flats-leads-to-police-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multi-vehicle crash closes northbound section of M1]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways says emergency services were called to the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/multi-vehicle-crash-closes-northbound-section-of-m1/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/multi-vehicle-crash-closes-northbound-section-of-m1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants to lose McSweeney for final three games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathan McSweeney will miss the final three games of Northamptonshire's County Championship Division Two season while on duty with Australia A.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-to-lose-mcsweeney-for-final-three-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-to-lose-mcsweeney-for-final-three-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earl Spencer to 'tell the truth' about his sister Princess Diana in new book]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swan Song: Diana, My Sister is due to be released in the UK next month, nearly 30 years after she died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencer-to-tell-the-truth-about-his-sister-princess-diana-in-new-book/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencer-to-tell-the-truth-about-his-sister-princess-diana-in-new-book/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three more arrests over fatal stabbing of teenager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight people have been arrested after Khadeem Parris died on 7 July, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-more-arrests-over-fatal-stabbing-of-teenager/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-more-arrests-over-fatal-stabbing-of-teenager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opening date for leisure hub could be put back]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company behind the work in Northampton town centre says it might not be completed until 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/opening-date-for-leisure-hub-could-be-put-back/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/opening-date-for-leisure-hub-could-be-put-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire chief issues warning after busiest-ever July]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nikki Watson says she is "incredibly proud of the way our people have responded".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-chief-issues-warning-after-busiest-ever-july/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-chief-issues-warning-after-busiest-ever-july/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southampton's O'Brien-Whitmarsh joins Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign Southampton midfielder Joe O'Brien-Whitmarsh on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/southamptons-obrien-whitmarsh-joins-northampton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/southamptons-obrien-whitmarsh-joins-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prison told to reduce inmate self-harm]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inspector finds a prison is making some progress after a previously "concerning" report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prison-told-to-reduce-inmate-self-harm/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prison-told-to-reduce-inmate-self-harm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blaze near football ground started 'deliberately']]></title><description><![CDATA[Suspected arson near Northampton Town's ground included 50 sqm of hedgerow, bushes and fly-tipped waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/blaze-near-football-ground-started-deliberately/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/blaze-near-football-ground-started-deliberately/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police launch crackdown on e-scooters in Kettering]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operation Tides is part of a crackdown after a boy was hit by an e-scooter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-launch-crackdown-on-e-scooters-in-kettering/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-launch-crackdown-on-e-scooters-in-kettering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New £16m urgent care centre to open to patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton General's new centre aims to make sure patients are seen by the right clinician quickly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-16m-urgent-care-centre-to-open-to-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-16m-urgent-care-centre-to-open-to-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan to regenerate Wellingborough centre approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Northants Council are approving the masterplan without funding being in place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plan-to-regenerate-wellingborough-centre-approved/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plan-to-regenerate-wellingborough-centre-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voice messages prove police officer's drug use]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former officer sent a voice note saying she had been "tanked up on the gear all weekend".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/voice-messages-prove-police-officers-drug-use/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/voice-messages-prove-police-officers-drug-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The volunteers providing meals and help to wildfire crews]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cambridgeshire-based Rapid Relief Team provides refreshments and wipes to emergency services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-volunteers-providing-meals-and-help-to-wildfire-crews/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-volunteers-providing-meals-and-help-to-wildfire-crews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In pictures: The fire crews battling Holme Fen blaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews from about a dozen counties have been tackling a nature reserve fire in the Fens.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-the-fire-crews-battling-holme-fen-blaze/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-the-fire-crews-battling-holme-fen-blaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police raise £15,000 in ride for fallen colleagues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 22 riders cycle 200 miles to commemorate officers who died while on duty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-raise-15000-in-ride-for-fallen-colleagues/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-raise-15000-in-ride-for-fallen-colleagues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miraculous field mouse saved from fire, say crews]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews were tackling a hedgerow fire when they saw the tiny animal, says fire service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/miraculous-field-mouse-saved-from-fire-say-crews/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/miraculous-field-mouse-saved-from-fire-say-crews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&pound;20k reward offered over teenager's stabbing death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crimestoppers appeals for information after two people are charged with murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pound20k-reward-offered-over-teenagers-stabbing-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pound20k-reward-offered-over-teenagers-stabbing-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail travel disrupted after damaged electric wires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Train services through Herts, Beds and Northants are currently reduced and disrupted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rail-travel-disrupted-after-damaged-electric-wires/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rail-travel-disrupted-after-damaged-electric-wires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Salford champions? Millers to spiral? - League Two club-by-club preview]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport correspondents assess the strengths and weaknesses of all 24 teams competing in League Two this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/salford-champions-millers-to-spiral-league-two-club-by-club-preview/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/salford-champions-millers-to-spiral-league-two-club-by-club-preview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police evacuate homes due to suspicious object]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roads are closed and the Army's Explosive Ordnance Disposal team is called to a property.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-evacuate-homes-due-to-suspicious-object/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-evacuate-homes-due-to-suspicious-object/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corby Town target National League after takeover]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the new owners says a group of investors have big ambitions and "are not here to play at it".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-town-target-national-league-after-takeover/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-town-target-national-league-after-takeover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council sorry over missed planning objections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Sally Keeble has concerns over granting a licence to a rooftop bar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-sorry-over-missed-planning-objections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-sorry-over-missed-planning-objections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bishop appears in court over child rape charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The alleged incidents took place in the early 2000s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bishop-appears-in-court-over-child-rape-charges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bishop-appears-in-court-over-child-rape-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds attend teenager's eclipse party]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenager Aston Smith dreams of working for SpaceX.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hundreds-attend-teenagers-eclipse-party/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hundreds-attend-teenagers-eclipse-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corby students collect their A-level results]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students share their emotions as they collect results following years of study.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-students-collect-their-a-level-results/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-students-collect-their-a-level-results/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem champions Saints name Dingwall club captain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premiership champions Northampton Saints appoint Fraser Dingwall as their new club captain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-champions-saints-name-dingwall-club-captain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-champions-saints-name-dingwall-club-captain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pool creche used by seven children could be closed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council says that with only up to seven children a day using it, it may not be financially viable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pool-creche-used-by-seven-children-could-be-closed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pool-creche-used-by-seven-children-could-be-closed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Could the UK's driest region run out of water?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We put your questions to the water firm to find out what is being done to protect water supplies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/could-the-uks-driest-region-run-out-of-water/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/could-the-uks-driest-region-run-out-of-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anglian Water to look at restrictions on businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[It could mean businesses being restricted from using water for "non-essential" reasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/anglian-water-to-look-at-restrictions-on-businesses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/anglian-water-to-look-at-restrictions-on-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints extend strategic partnership with Bedford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson says the partnership with Bedford Blues is "valuable" to both clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-extend-strategic-partnership-with-bedford/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-extend-strategic-partnership-with-bedford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire crews still at 'tornado' recycling waste blaze]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 72 hours after the waste caught light, firefighters are damping down hotspots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-crews-still-at-tornado-recycling-waste-blaze/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-crews-still-at-tornado-recycling-waste-blaze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Land to be sold for new community diagnostic centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once open, the site is expected to operate for 12 hours a day, seven days a week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/land-to-be-sold-for-new-community-diagnostic-centre/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/land-to-be-sold-for-new-community-diagnostic-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second man in court accused of murdering teenager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samrawi Soloman is next due to appear at Northampton Crown Court on 17 August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-man-in-court-accused-of-murdering-teenager/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-man-in-court-accused-of-murdering-teenager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lsquo;Nothing being done' to burst pipe during drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[A farmer says he&rsquo;s frustrated a water leak flooding his land could take weeks to be fixed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lsquonothing-being-done-to-burst-pipe-during-drought/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lsquonothing-being-done-to-burst-pipe-during-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concern over burst pipe flooding during drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire landowners say the company fails to fix its leaks but expects others to save water.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/concern-over-burst-pipe-flooding-during-drought/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/concern-over-burst-pipe-flooding-during-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal dismissed over plan for new family houses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The government's planning inspector rejects the development on disused land.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/appeal-dismissed-over-plan-for-new-family-houses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/appeal-dismissed-over-plan-for-new-family-houses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where can I watch the solar eclipse in eastern England?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Watch parties, pinhole cameras, colanders - experts offer tips on Wednesday's celestial event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/where-can-i-watch-the-solar-eclipse-in-eastern-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/where-can-i-watch-the-solar-eclipse-in-eastern-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One-Day Cup knockout stages set after dramatic day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicestershire, Lancashire, Nottinghamshire, Middlesex, Yorkshire &amp; Durham all qualify for the knockout stages of One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/one-day-cup-knockout-stages-set-after-dramatic-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/one-day-cup-knockout-stages-set-after-dramatic-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decision deferred on two care homes on same street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors on a planning committee criticise the project for "scant detail".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/decision-deferred-on-two-care-homes-on-same-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/decision-deferred-on-two-care-homes-on-same-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem champions Saints name Henry as defence coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints name Jim Henry as their new defence coach following the departure of Lee Radford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-champions-saints-name-henry-as-defence-coach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-champions-saints-name-henry-as-defence-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black smoke billows over town from industrial fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 50 firefighters were called to the scene, where 500 tonnes of recycling waste was ablaze.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/black-smoke-billows-over-town-from-industrial-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/black-smoke-billows-over-town-from-industrial-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New food waste caddies being delivered to residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is part of an England-wide scheme launched by the government to reduce food waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-food-waste-caddies-being-delivered-to-residents/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-food-waste-caddies-being-delivered-to-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Views sought on college merger plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[People's views are sought as two colleges seek to merge to create more opportunities for students.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/views-sought-on-college-merger-plans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/views-sought-on-college-merger-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recycling waste fire 'looked like a tornado']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ten crews are at the scene of a fire involving about 500 tonnes of recycling waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/recycling-waste-fire-looked-like-a-tornado/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/recycling-waste-fire-looked-like-a-tornado/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outline approval for 80 new homes near village]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concerns are raised about flooding and traffic, but a council accepts the plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/outline-approval-for-80-new-homes-near-village/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/outline-approval-for-80-new-homes-near-village/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tree damage pauses walking and cycling scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The second phase of a three-part active travel plan is paused amid concerns about more tree damage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tree-damage-pauses-walking-and-cycling-scheme/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tree-damage-pauses-walking-and-cycling-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police volunteer saves man's life on first day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Special Constable Sophie Hyde says her "fight-or-flight" instinct just kicked in.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-volunteer-saves-mans-life-on-first-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-volunteer-saves-mans-life-on-first-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Son interpreting for deaf mum calls for support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Moone says his deaf 85-year-old mother needs specialist support to communicate effectively.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/son-interpreting-for-deaf-mum-calls-for-support/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/son-interpreting-for-deaf-mum-calls-for-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middlesex through as One-Day Cup nears tense finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[A day of unlikely One-Day Cup results includes defeats for the top three in Group A as Middlesex go through.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/middlesex-through-as-one-day-cup-nears-tense-finale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/middlesex-through-as-one-day-cup-nears-tense-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull lets late lead slip as Huang, 17, wins again]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Charley Hull lets slip a one-shot lead with two holes to play at the PIF London Championship as 17-year-old Anna Huang wins her fourth event on the Ladies' European Tour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-lets-late-lead-slip-as-huang-17-wins-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-lets-late-lead-slip-as-huang-17-wins-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies after Mini crashes into bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The collision happened early on Saturday morning, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-dies-after-mini-crashes-into-bridge/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-dies-after-mini-crashes-into-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second murder charge after boy, 16, stabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man from Motherwell is charged with murdering 16-year-old Khadeem Parris in Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-murder-charge-after-boy-16-stabbed/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-murder-charge-after-boy-16-stabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman cycles 7,000 miles to honour her father]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claire McCombe raises money for MND and says she discovered "people's hearts are so large".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-cycles-7000-miles-to-honour-her-father/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-cycles-7000-miles-to-honour-her-father/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen dog handler wins gold in final junior contest]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 17-year-old dog agility competitor says she now hopes to get selected for the adult team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teen-dog-handler-wins-gold-in-final-junior-contest/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teen-dog-handler-wins-gold-in-final-junior-contest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmers warned of rise in tractor tech thefts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police says it has seen a rise in thefts of GPS systems from farm machinery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmers-warned-of-rise-in-tractor-tech-thefts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmers-warned-of-rise-in-tractor-tech-thefts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New MotoGP contract 'great news' for economy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The newly-signed deal will see more money being spent in the county and beyond, says track boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-motogp-contract-great-news-for-economy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-motogp-contract-great-news-for-economy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extensive restoration 'safeguards' stately home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The home, dating from the 15th Century, has its roof restored, art preserved and gardens updated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/extensive-restoration-safeguards-stately-home/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/extensive-restoration-safeguards-stately-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants beaten by Notts in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somerset keep their hopes of qualifying for the latter stages of the One-Day Cup alive with a thumping victory over Surrey, thanks to a brilliant Tom Lammonby ton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beaten-by-notts-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beaten-by-notts-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Evans on one-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign experienced midfielder Lee Evans on a one-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-evans-on-one-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-evans-on-one-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second murder arrest after boy, 16, stabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 20-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder in Scotland on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-murder-arrest-after-boy-16-stabbed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-murder-arrest-after-boy-16-stabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notts County sign Cobblers midfielder Campbell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Notts County sign Northampton Town midfielder Dean Campbell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/notts-county-sign-cobblers-midfielder-campbell/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/notts-county-sign-cobblers-midfielder-campbell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officers begin charity ride for fallen colleagues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 23 riders are cycling to commemorate their former colleagues who died while on duty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/officers-begin-charity-ride-for-fallen-colleagues/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/officers-begin-charity-ride-for-fallen-colleagues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England footballer Toney charged with assault in Soho]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 30-year-old former Brentford striker is due to appear in court next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-footballer-toney-charged-with-assault-in-soho/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-footballer-toney-charged-with-assault-in-soho/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premium parking rate for town's busiest streets]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Northamptonshire Council has announced higher rates for some roads from 17 August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/premium-parking-rate-for-towns-busiest-streets/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/premium-parking-rate-for-towns-busiest-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playful foxes photos result of 'luck and patience']]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Beaman says he will wait hours to get the perfect shot, which is good for his wellbeing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/playful-foxes-photos-result-of-luck-and-patience/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/playful-foxes-photos-result-of-luck-and-patience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My urge to hoard felt like a gremlin in my brain']]></title><description><![CDATA[Emma Walton says she struggled for a decade with hoarding before realising it was an illness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/my-urge-to-hoard-felt-like-a-gremlin-in-my-brain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/my-urge-to-hoard-felt-like-a-gremlin-in-my-brain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull looking to get back to 'ruthless' self]]></title><description><![CDATA[Golfer Charley Hull says she is looking to get back to her ruthless self after finishing joint sixth at The Open at Royal Lytham and St Annes last weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-looking-to-get-back-to-ruthless-self/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-looking-to-get-back-to-ruthless-self/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pato consortium set for Northampton Town takeover]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former AC Milan and Brazil forward Alexandre Pato is a member of a consortium which is set to buy a majority stake in League Two club Northampton Town, BBC Sport understands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pato-consortium-set-for-northampton-town-takeover/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pato-consortium-set-for-northampton-town-takeover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HGV driver dies in four-vehicle motorway collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[The crash saw a section of the motorway shut to traffic for more than 26 hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hgv-driver-dies-in-four-vehicle-motorway-collision/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hgv-driver-dies-in-four-vehicle-motorway-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MotoGP extends British Grand Prix through to 2028]]></title><description><![CDATA[The British Grand Prix will remain on the MotoGP World Championship calendar until at least 2028 as Silverstone extends its partnership with MotoGP.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/motogp-extends-british-grand-prix-through-to-2028/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/motogp-extends-british-grand-prix-through-to-2028/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical centre could be built on empty plot of land]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council says a surplus piece of land could be sold to a hospital so a medical centre can be built.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/medical-centre-could-be-built-on-empty-plot-of-land/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/medical-centre-could-be-built-on-empty-plot-of-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lorry overturns in four-vehicle motorway collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways says the stretch is expected to remain closed until 21:00 on Wedneday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lorry-overturns-in-four-vehicle-motorway-collision/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lorry-overturns-in-four-vehicle-motorway-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presenter and dog trainer Graeme Hall joins Strictly line-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[The author and presenter has appeared on Channel 5's Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly since its launch in 2017.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/presenter-and-dog-trainer-graeme-hall-joins-strictly-line-up/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/presenter-and-dog-trainer-graeme-hall-joins-strictly-line-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boaters on 'high alert' to canal restrictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Water conservation measures mean locks are being closed and boaters have to plan ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boaters-on-high-alert-to-canal-restrictions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boaters-on-high-alert-to-canal-restrictions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former 157-year-old menswear shop building sold]]></title><description><![CDATA[The business, Warwicks, shut after being run by five generations in June 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-157-year-old-menswear-shop-building-sold/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-157-year-old-menswear-shop-building-sold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No stairlift and she'll be stuck - it's wrong']]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents in a sheltered housing scheme say they have been told stairlifts will not be replaced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-stairlift-and-shell-be-stuck-its-wrong/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-stairlift-and-shell-be-stuck-its-wrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why £1m-a-season deal will be hard for Pollock and Hearn to find]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salary cap regulations might not be high on everyone's holiday reading list, but Eddie Hearn might be interested if he's keen to get Henry Pollock's &pound;1m pay-day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-1m-a-season-deal-will-be-hard-for-pollock-and-hearn-to-find/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-1m-a-season-deal-will-be-hard-for-pollock-and-hearn-to-find/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drugs dog sniffs out cocaine at licensed premises]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drugs are found by Willow as 12 pubs and clubs are visited by police and council officers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drugs-dog-sniffs-out-cocaine-at-licensed-premises/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drugs-dog-sniffs-out-cocaine-at-licensed-premises/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leak closes swimming pool for two weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council apologises for the closure which will take place from 24 August until 6 September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leak-closes-swimming-pool-for-two-weeks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leak-closes-swimming-pool-for-two-weeks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repeated bin rule breach lands company in court]]></title><description><![CDATA[A beauty business is fined more than &pound;2,200 for repeatedly flouting rules about commerical waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/repeated-bin-rule-breach-lands-company-in-court/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/repeated-bin-rule-breach-lands-company-in-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS must plan for heat and wildfires, says expert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kim van Daalen says healthcare systems "are becoming more strained" due to the heat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nhs-must-plan-for-heat-and-wildfires-says-expert/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nhs-must-plan-for-heat-and-wildfires-says-expert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollock to demand £1m a year at Northampton - Hearn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock is set to demand a substantial increase on his current Northampton contract to stay at Franklin's Gardens, with agent Eddie Hearn suggesting annual earnings of &pound;1m are his going rate.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-to-demand-1m-a-year-at-northampton-hearn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-to-demand-1m-a-year-at-northampton-hearn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Italian international Neculai]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints sign Italian International tighthead prop Ion Neculai from Zebre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-italian-international-neculai/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-italian-international-neculai/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road linking towns to close for improvement work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Road closures will be in force until 12 September, North Northamptonshire Council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/road-linking-towns-to-close-for-improvement-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/road-linking-towns-to-close-for-improvement-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theatre lovers snap up pieces of stage history]]></title><description><![CDATA[A two-day sale of decades of props, costumes and furniture is held to raise funds for two theatres.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatre-lovers-snap-up-pieces-of-stage-history/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatre-lovers-snap-up-pieces-of-stage-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants beat Lancashire in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emilio Gay hits an unbeaten century for Durham in the One-Day Cup, while wins for Leicestershire and Middlesex take them top of their groups.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beat-lancashire-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beat-lancashire-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump beats Wilson to clinch second Shanghai crown]]></title><description><![CDATA[World number one Judd Trump beats Kyren Wilson 11-6 to win the Shanghai Masters for the second time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/trump-beats-wilson-to-clinch-second-shanghai-crown/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/trump-beats-wilson-to-clinch-second-shanghai-crown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campaigners lose court fight over warehouse scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaign group Staunch say they are "extremely disappointed by the outcome" of a judicial review.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigners-lose-court-fight-over-warehouse-scheme/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigners-lose-court-fight-over-warehouse-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abbey seeks £50,000 to complete £5m renovation]]></title><description><![CDATA[People and businesses are being asked to buy a nameplate to help "fund its future".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/abbey-seeks-50000-to-complete-5m-renovation/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/abbey-seeks-50000-to-complete-5m-renovation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fly-tipping surge as area dubbed town rubbish tip]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Northamptonshire Council says fly-tipping in part of a town has seen a "significant" increase.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fly-tipping-surge-as-area-dubbed-town-rubbish-tip/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fly-tipping-surge-as-area-dubbed-town-rubbish-tip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four more teenagers charged over skate park death]]></title><description><![CDATA[In total seven teenagers have been charged following the fatal stabbing of Mason Miller in February.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/four-more-teenagers-charged-over-skate-park-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/four-more-teenagers-charged-over-skate-park-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Unscrupulous' mattress seller targets older woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police warn people to be "extra vigilant" and to say "no" to cold callers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/unscrupulous-mattress-seller-targets-older-woman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/unscrupulous-mattress-seller-targets-older-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three-storey house fire started 'accidentally']]></title><description><![CDATA[The fire spread to a home's top floors and loft but and all occupants got out, a fire service says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-storey-house-fire-started-accidentally/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-storey-house-fire-started-accidentally/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for 80 new homes recommended for approval]]></title><description><![CDATA[Concerns are raised about flooding and traffic, but a council is recommended to accept the plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-80-new-homes-recommended-for-approval/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-80-new-homes-recommended-for-approval/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hopes for future as A14 fly-tipped waste is cleared]]></title><description><![CDATA[People using the area hope wildlife and trees will recover and the cleared land can now be enjoyed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hopes-for-future-as-a14-fly-tipped-waste-is-cleared/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hopes-for-future-as-a14-fly-tipped-waste-is-cleared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gross misconduct over officer's offensive messages]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former officer also posted an offensive video to colleagues on a WhatsApp group, panel hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/gross-misconduct-over-officers-offensive-messages/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/gross-misconduct-over-officers-offensive-messages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leisure facilities to come under council control]]></title><description><![CDATA[The move will affect facilities in Kettering, Desborough, Thrapston, Rushden and Wellingborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leisure-facilities-to-come-under-council-control/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leisure-facilities-to-come-under-council-control/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canal closed to 'conserve water' during dry spell]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Canal and River Trust says reservoirs and water sources are "simply not being replenished".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/canal-closed-to-conserve-water-during-dry-spell/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/canal-closed-to-conserve-water-during-dry-spell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmers and millers adapting to early harvest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farmers and flour producers investigate better soil health amid the earliest harvest for 50 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmers-and-millers-adapting-to-early-harvest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmers-and-millers-adapting-to-early-harvest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two rescued from park lake by firefighters]]></title><description><![CDATA[One person is taken to hospital after the incident in Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-rescued-from-park-lake-by-firefighters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-rescued-from-park-lake-by-firefighters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A14 fly-tipped waste takes six months to clear up]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways describes the clean-up as "an appalling waste of taxpayers' money and our time".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/a14-fly-tipped-waste-takes-six-months-to-clear-up/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/a14-fly-tipped-waste-takes-six-months-to-clear-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire crews tackle barn blaze containing fertiliser]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 35 firefighters are sent to the scene, and a cordon remains in place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-crews-tackle-barn-blaze-containing-fertiliser/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-crews-tackle-barn-blaze-containing-fertiliser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record public response to council housing plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The blueprints for future housing in Northamptonshire receive more than 6,000 responses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/record-public-response-to-council-housing-plan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/record-public-response-to-council-housing-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campaigners oppose solar farm on former airfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[The application for a former RAF airfield is with North Northamptonshire Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigners-oppose-solar-farm-on-former-airfield/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/campaigners-oppose-solar-farm-on-former-airfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Single mums form support group to beat loneliness]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pair are creating a "village" of like-minded people in Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/single-mums-form-support-group-to-beat-loneliness/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/single-mums-form-support-group-to-beat-loneliness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commonwealth Para bowls star makes time for club admin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kieran Rollings will compete for England in the Commonwealth Para Bowls from 19:15 BST.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/commonwealth-para-bowls-star-makes-time-for-club-admin/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/commonwealth-para-bowls-star-makes-time-for-club-admin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two lawnmowers abandoned in fly-tip pilot zone]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blackthorn area of the town is involved in a pilot project to highlight the issue of fly-tipping.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-lawnmowers-abandoned-in-fly-tip-pilot-zone/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-lawnmowers-abandoned-in-fly-tip-pilot-zone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Champions Saints host Newcastle on opening weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prem champions Northampton host Newcastle on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season, with Exeter at home to Gloucester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/champions-saints-host-newcastle-on-opening-weekend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/champions-saints-host-newcastle-on-opening-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petition calls for return of disability forum]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Northants Council opposes resurrecting the forum, which has not met for nearly three years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/petition-calls-for-return-of-disability-forum/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/petition-calls-for-return-of-disability-forum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consultation opens on parish and town councils]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Northamptonshire Council is inviting feedback on its draft proposal for local government.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/consultation-opens-on-parish-and-town-councils/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/consultation-opens-on-parish-and-town-councils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Fire rips through roof of medical centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Video also shows flames in a top-corner room of the building, which houses a GP surgery and hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-fire-rips-through-roof-of-medical-centre/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-fire-rips-through-roof-of-medical-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire leads to medical centre being evacuated]]></title><description><![CDATA[Videos on social media show flames on the roof and the top corner of the building.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-leads-to-medical-centre-being-evacuated/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-leads-to-medical-centre-being-evacuated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boiler theft gang jailed for new-build home raids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four men are jailed for burgling new-build homes across England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boiler-theft-gang-jailed-for-new-build-home-raids/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boiler-theft-gang-jailed-for-new-build-home-raids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experts unveil 'ambitious vision' for dementia care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regular meetings are taking place from September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/experts-unveil-ambitious-vision-for-dementia-care/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/experts-unveil-ambitious-vision-for-dementia-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street art festival returns with triple the artists]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 330 artists will paint Northampton town centre for Wall Games from Saturday 29 August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/street-art-festival-returns-with-triple-the-artists/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/street-art-festival-returns-with-triple-the-artists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants lose to Surrey in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesex and holders Worcestershire achieve contrasting wins to extend their perfect starts to this year's One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-lose-to-surrey-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-lose-to-surrey-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmwatch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the Northants farmer help teach children about the journey from farm to fork.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmwatch/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmwatch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Being a ref at the World Cup was mind-blowing']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Northamptonshire official says his experience of officiating at the tournament was mind-blowing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/being-a-ref-at-the-world-cup-was-mind-blowing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/being-a-ref-at-the-world-cup-was-mind-blowing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth panel advises police chief on custody issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Youth panel members share ideas with chief constable on improving custody system for young people]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/youth-panel-advises-police-chief-on-custody-issues/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/youth-panel-advises-police-chief-on-custody-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday's One-Day Cup round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesex, Durham and Leicestershire join Nottinghamshire with two wins from two in the One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fridays-one-day-cup-round-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fridays-one-day-cup-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young poets from the East open Latitude Festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[The winner, Esme, impresses judges with her poem about a piano passed down the generations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/young-poets-from-the-east-open-latitude-festival/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/young-poets-from-the-east-open-latitude-festival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigation as dead badgers found in carrier bag]]></title><description><![CDATA[A member of the public contacts police after finding the animals on a footpath.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/investigation-as-dead-badgers-found-in-carrier-bag/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/investigation-as-dead-badgers-found-in-carrier-bag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Library forced to close as council puts up rent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Volunteers at Danesholme Library in Corby say they can't afford to keep the building open.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/library-forced-to-close-as-council-puts-up-rent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/library-forced-to-close-as-council-puts-up-rent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat health alert issued for Northamptonshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highs of 30C are expected in the south on Friday before wet weather arrives for the weekend - although it is unlikely to be enough, as Ben Rich explains.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/heat-health-alert-issued-for-northamptonshire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/heat-health-alert-issued-for-northamptonshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer in court over child sex allegations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Insp Scott Raghib faces three charges, alleged to have been committed while he was off duty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-officer-in-court-over-child-sex-allegations/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-officer-in-court-over-child-sex-allegations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton investment 'pretty much agreed']]></title><description><![CDATA[An investment deal between Northampton Town and a "well-funded" group nears completion, says the club's chairman.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-investment-pretty-much-agreed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-investment-pretty-much-agreed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans' garden built using A14 roadwork materials]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways donates hardcore, topsoil and sandbags for a new garden at The Veterans Cottage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/veterans-garden-built-using-a14-roadwork-materials/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/veterans-garden-built-using-a14-roadwork-materials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PCC's grant scheme donates &pound;100k to projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rape crisis centre and programmes to help victims of crime are among the beneficiaries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pccs-grant-scheme-donates-pound100k-to-projects/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pccs-grant-scheme-donates-pound100k-to-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PC charged after boy, 16, dies in e-bike crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The force said the electric bike rider, Ryley Hutson, 16, was pronounced dead at the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pc-charged-after-boy-16-dies-in-e-bike-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pc-charged-after-boy-16-dies-in-e-bike-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign midfielder Lemonheigh-Evans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign former MK Dons midfielder Connor Lemonheigh-Evans on an initial two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-midfielder-lemonheigh-evans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-midfielder-lemonheigh-evans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man in court accused of security guard murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rory Wilson's provisional trial date is set for 11 January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-in-court-accused-of-security-guard-murder/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-in-court-accused-of-security-guard-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan to end rough sleeping is unrealistic, says support group]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Northampton charity responds to Andy Burnham's pledge to help people living on the street.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plan-to-end-rough-sleeping-is-unrealistic-says-support-group/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plan-to-end-rough-sleeping-is-unrealistic-says-support-group/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resident frustrated as new sports hub stays shut]]></title><description><![CDATA["This estate is full of children and it is a shame it is not being utilised," Lee Tyrrell says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/resident-frustrated-as-new-sports-hub-stays-shut/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/resident-frustrated-as-new-sports-hub-stays-shut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Naturist swimmer 'bewildered' at event cancellation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group that has run monthly sessions since 1982 says "we feel there is no respect for our group".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/naturist-swimmer-bewildered-at-event-cancellation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/naturist-swimmer-bewildered-at-event-cancellation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Andy Burnham promises &ldquo;breathing space&rdquo; for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-cant-afford-to-turn-the-oven-on-74m-households-struggling-to-buy-essentials/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-cant-afford-to-turn-the-oven-on-74m-households-struggling-to-buy-essentials/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van fire and serious crash cause A14 disruption]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways says emergency crews are at the scene of both incidents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/van-fire-and-serious-crash-cause-a14-disruption/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/van-fire-and-serious-crash-cause-a14-disruption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 15, accused of sex attacks on eight girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[The teenager will next appear before a court in August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-15-accused-of-sex-attacks-on-eight-girls/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-15-accused-of-sex-attacks-on-eight-girls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northamptonshire moves closer to drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather &ndash; the stage before drought.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northamptonshire-moves-closer-to-drought/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northamptonshire-moves-closer-to-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car park closes suddenly with vehicles still inside]]></title><description><![CDATA[The local authority takes immediate action over a structural problem at the Northampton facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/car-park-closes-suddenly-with-vehicles-still-inside/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/car-park-closes-suddenly-with-vehicles-still-inside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Dust devil spotted in field after wildfire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The small whirlwind is filmed shortly after crews extinguish a countryside blaze.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-dust-devil-spotted-in-field-after-wildfire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-dust-devil-spotted-in-field-after-wildfire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Man City striker Warhurst]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign striker Matty Warhurst from Manchester City for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-man-city-striker-warhurst/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-man-city-striker-warhurst/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swap deal prepared for empty former office block]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is likely the four-storey building will be demolished, West Northamptonshire Council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/swap-deal-prepared-for-empty-former-office-block/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/swap-deal-prepared-for-empty-former-office-block/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Withdrawing bus service 'wholly unsafe' say parents]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service transports 91 students, at a cost of &pound;280 per day, equating to &pound;53,200 per academic year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/withdrawing-bus-service-wholly-unsafe-say-parents/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/withdrawing-bus-service-wholly-unsafe-say-parents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning as 470 unsafe toys are seized from traders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the products confiscated have been found to emit a strong chemical odour, a council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/warning-as-470-unsafe-toys-are-seized-from-traders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/warning-as-470-unsafe-toys-are-seized-from-traders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants coach Lehmann praises 'Shoe Army' support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Steelbacks head coach Darren Lehmann pays tribute to the club's supporters after T20 Blast success.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-coach-lehmann-praises-shoe-army-support/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-coach-lehmann-praises-shoe-army-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants claim third T20 Blast title after beating Hants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Steelbacks win their third T20 Blast title after a titanic tussle with Hampshire Hawks in an enthralling Edgbaston final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-claim-third-t20-blast-title-after-beating-hants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 23:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-claim-third-t20-blast-title-after-beating-hants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants edge Somerset thriller to make Blast final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Steelbacks beat defending champions Somerset by 17 runs to book their place in the T20 Blast final at Edgbaston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-edge-somerset-thriller-to-make-blast-final/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-edge-somerset-thriller-to-make-blast-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homes left without power after fire in outbuilding]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire in the early hours leaves dozens without power after 200 homes were originally affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/homes-left-without-power-after-fire-in-outbuilding/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/homes-left-without-power-after-fire-in-outbuilding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Primary pupils say learning sign language is 'fun']]></title><description><![CDATA[Year 6 pupils have been studying for a British Sign Language qualification for a year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/primary-pupils-say-learning-sign-language-is-fun/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/primary-pupils-say-learning-sign-language-is-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants charity announced as CarFest partner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Community Foundation is one of the partners with CarFest 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-charity-announced-as-carfest-partner/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-charity-announced-as-carfest-partner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cow stuck in tunnel gets rescued by firefighters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters from two counties free the stranded farm animal from the water-filled channel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cow-stuck-in-tunnel-gets-rescued-by-firefighters/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cow-stuck-in-tunnel-gets-rescued-by-firefighters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officer sacked for contacting sex workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The officer would have been sacked had he not already resigned, a police hearing concludes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-officer-sacked-for-contacting-sex-workers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-officer-sacked-for-contacting-sex-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car driver dies following crash with road sweeper]]></title><description><![CDATA[The A5 by Astcote, was closed for several hours after emergency services were sent to the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/car-driver-dies-following-crash-with-road-sweeper/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/car-driver-dies-following-crash-with-road-sweeper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Familiar faces return for men's T20 Blast Finals Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants Steelbacks, reigning champions Somerset, Hampshire Hawks and Notts Outlaws will face off on T20 Blast Finals Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/familiar-faces-return-for-mens-t20-blast-finals-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/familiar-faces-return-for-mens-t20-blast-finals-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community growing and cooking programme gets £344k]]></title><description><![CDATA[The scheme helps a range of groups, including low-income families, seniors and supported housing residents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-growing-and-cooking-programme-gets-344k/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-growing-and-cooking-programme-gets-344k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community centre closes for health and safety checks]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is temporarily closed as a precaution while a review is carried out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-centre-closes-for-health-and-safety-checks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-centre-closes-for-health-and-safety-checks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Telehandler used to steal supermarket cash machine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the offender removed the ATM and then left the scene.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/telehandler-used-to-steal-supermarket-cash-machine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/telehandler-used-to-steal-supermarket-cash-machine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Crime scene tape' used to highlight fly-tipping]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pilot scheme is using the yellow tape to draw attention to piles of waste dumped on the streets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/crime-scene-tape-used-to-highlight-fly-tipping/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/crime-scene-tape-used-to-highlight-fly-tipping/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Union concerned over withdrawal of Pride support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council says Northampton event will be treated like others but Unison calls it a knee-jerk reaction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/union-concerned-over-withdrawal-of-pride-support/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/union-concerned-over-withdrawal-of-pride-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hants, Northants, Notts &amp; Somerset reach T20 semis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somerset, Northants Steelbacks, Notts Outlaws and Hampshire Hawks reach the T20 Blast semi-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hants-northants-notts-amp-somerset-reach-t20-semis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hants-northants-notts-amp-somerset-reach-t20-semis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of murdering boy, 16, appears in court]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fuad Mohamud, 21, appears in court charged with murdering a 16-year-old boy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-accused-of-murdering-boy-16-appears-in-court/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-accused-of-murdering-boy-16-appears-in-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burst water main floods homes and closes roads]]></title><description><![CDATA[One householder says the "street was like a lake" as Anglian Water works on a repair.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/burst-water-main-floods-homes-and-closes-roads/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/burst-water-main-floods-homes-and-closes-roads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I don't want my mother to be remembered as a murder victim']]></title><description><![CDATA["Losing my mother in such a violent and senseless way has destroyed my world," Athena says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-dont-want-my-mother-to-be-remembered-as-a-murder-victim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-dont-want-my-mother-to-be-remembered-as-a-murder-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sex attacker faces life sentence for partner abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has admitted 32 sexual offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sex-attacker-faces-life-sentence-for-partner-abuse/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sex-attacker-faces-life-sentence-for-partner-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lehmann wants Steelbacks to 'live in the moment']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants head coach Darren Lehmann wants his players to "enjoy" their T20 Blast quarter-final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lehmann-wants-steelbacks-to-live-in-the-moment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lehmann-wants-steelbacks-to-live-in-the-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver died after car aquaplaned, inquest finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Cody Stock pay tribute to a "kind, funny and inspirational" young man.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/driver-died-after-car-aquaplaned-inquest-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/driver-died-after-car-aquaplaned-inquest-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Porridge eating champ crowned in 'Little Scotland']]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the fastest porridge eater in the small English town with a large Scottish population.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/porridge-eating-champ-crowned-in-little-scotland/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/porridge-eating-champ-crowned-in-little-scotland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council leader ends support for town's Pride events]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK's Mark Arnull says no council officer time will be devoted to Pride events going forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-leader-ends-support-for-towns-pride-events/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-leader-ends-support-for-towns-pride-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants all-rounder Harrison signs new deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire all-rounder Calvin Harrison agrees a deal that will see him remain at Wantage Road until 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-harrison-signs-new-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-harrison-signs-new-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train crash driver died from traumatic injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[An inquest hears Shaun Burton died in the collision in which 102 people needed hospital treatment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/train-crash-driver-died-from-traumatic-injuries/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/train-crash-driver-died-from-traumatic-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with stab murder of teenage boy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fuad Mohamud, 21, is due to appear at Northampton Magistrates' Court charged with murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-charged-with-stab-murder-of-teenage-boy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-charged-with-stab-murder-of-teenage-boy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Restore Britain councillors for West Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two former Reform UK councillors have joined Restore Britain on West Northamptonshire Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/first-restore-britain-councillors-for-west-northants/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/first-restore-britain-councillors-for-west-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why did one water company not impose a hosepipe ban?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three water companies are enforcing hosepipe bans on customers - but one is not.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-did-one-water-company-not-impose-a-hosepipe-ban/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-did-one-water-company-not-impose-a-hosepipe-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pollock and Caluori target starting for England]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's young stars Henry Pollock and Noah Caluori are targeting starting for their country after scoring tries in Saturday's 73-8 thrashing of Fiji.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-and-caluori-target-starting-for-england/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pollock-and-caluori-target-starting-for-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No problem with Northants T20 form - Lehmann]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire head coach Darren Lehmann says there is "no problem" with his side's form in the T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-problem-with-northants-t20-form-lehmann/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-problem-with-northants-t20-form-lehmann/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants lose last T20 group game to Bears - round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast, while Hampshire seal a home tie in the last eight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-lose-last-t20-group-game-to-bears-round-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-lose-last-t20-group-game-to-bears-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull and Woad finish off pace as Ryu wins Evian Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Korea's Haeran Ryu says it feels like she was in an "unreal dream" after claiming her second major title in the space of two weeks by defeating Brooke Henderson in a play-off at the Evian Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-and-woad-finish-off-pace-as-ryu-wins-evian-championship/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-and-woad-finish-off-pace-as-ryu-wins-evian-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town of Culture can show 'the world how good we can be']]></title><description><![CDATA[Corby beat other places in Northamptonshire - Rothwell, Northampton, Wellingborough and Kettering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-of-culture-can-show-the-world-how-good-we-can-be/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-of-culture-can-show-the-world-how-good-we-can-be/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preschool warns heat is negatively impacting pupils]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is difficult to maintain "an effective learning environment" in the hot weather, the school adds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/preschool-warns-heat-is-negatively-impacting-pupils/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/preschool-warns-heat-is-negatively-impacting-pupils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters tackle blaze on industrial estate]]></title><description><![CDATA[People are warned to close doors and window due to smoke from the fire in Duston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/firefighters-tackle-blaze-on-industrial-estate/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/firefighters-tackle-blaze-on-industrial-estate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We've saved 34 tonnes of food and a carpet']]></title><description><![CDATA[Two community groups say they have welcomed "record attendances" and given away many 'random items".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/weve-saved-34-tonnes-of-food-and-a-carpet/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/weve-saved-34-tonnes-of-food-and-a-carpet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dance event has 'massive effect' on mental health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Strictly Brackley is raising money for Mental Health Friends and encouraging people to socialise.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dance-event-has-massive-effect-on-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dance-event-has-massive-effect-on-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pets and pools: How are people coping with the hosepipe ban?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Affinity, Cambridge and Anglian Water companies all announce hosepipe bans during the heatwave.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pets-and-pools-how-are-people-coping-with-the-hosepipe-ban/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pets-and-pools-how-are-people-coping-with-the-hosepipe-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Somerset beat Northants, Lancs win Roses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and Gloucestershire become the latest sides to reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast on a busy night of action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-somerset-beat-northants-lancs-win-roses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-somerset-beat-northants-lancs-win-roses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woad leads Evian Championship, with Hull tied for fifth]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Lottie Woad shoots a seven-under 64 to take the second round lead at the Evian Championship as world number one Nelly Korda misses the cut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woad-leads-evian-championship-with-hull-tied-for-fifth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woad-leads-evian-championship-with-hull-tied-for-fifth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does a hosepipe ban mean for the UK's driest region?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cambridge Water and Anglian Water are imposing hosepipe bans covering much of the East of England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-does-a-hosepipe-ban-mean-for-the-uks-driest-region/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-does-a-hosepipe-ban-mean-for-the-uks-driest-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anglian Water hosepipe ban for UK's driest region]]></title><description><![CDATA[A temporary ban is being introduced during "unrelenting" hot and dry conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/anglian-water-hosepipe-ban-for-uks-driest-region/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/anglian-water-hosepipe-ban-for-uks-driest-region/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder arrest following town stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[In total, four people are arrested as part of a "complex investigation".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/murder-arrest-following-town-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/murder-arrest-following-town-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants all-rounder Broad out for rest of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire all-rounder Justin Broad is ruled out for the remainder of the season with a lower back injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-broad-out-for-rest-of-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-all-rounder-broad-out-for-rest-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Combine harvester stone spark starts field fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters prevent the 40 acre crop blaze from spreading across the field and surrounding areas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/combine-harvester-stone-spark-starts-field-fire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/combine-harvester-stone-spark-starts-field-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officers relive desperate fire rescue attempt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five officers' courageous attempt to rescue three people from a fatal house fire is recognised.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/officers-relive-desperate-fire-rescue-attempt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/officers-relive-desperate-fire-rescue-attempt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No faults found in 'heavy landing' helicopter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investigators say no technical faults, pilot error or weather conditions caused the accident.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-faults-found-in-heavy-landing-helicopter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-faults-found-in-heavy-landing-helicopter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strike action set to disrupt trains over two days]]></title><description><![CDATA[A train company says industrial action will cause "significant disruption forcustomers".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strike-action-set-to-disrupt-trains-over-two-days/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/strike-action-set-to-disrupt-trains-over-two-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to 'selfless and generous' pub assault dad]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of a man who died following a pub assault pay tribute to a loving father.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-to-selfless-and-generous-pub-assault-dad/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tributes-to-selfless-and-generous-pub-assault-dad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ice cream? Not for me - Hull makes strong start]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Charley Hull cards a five-under 66 to sit in a share of third after day one at the Evian Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ice-cream-not-for-me-hull-makes-strong-start/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ice-cream-not-for-me-hull-makes-strong-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corby makes UK Town of Culture 2028 shortlist]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Northamptonshire town is among 15 in the running for the new honour, with a &pound;3m fund at stake.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-makes-uk-town-of-culture-2028-shortlist/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/corby-makes-uk-town-of-culture-2028-shortlist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen's stab death was 'targeted attack']]></title><description><![CDATA[A fast-paced investigation into the boy's death is under way, says Ch Insp Nicola Davis-Lyons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teens-stab-death-was-targeted-attack/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teens-stab-death-was-targeted-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy secretary considers plans for solar farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[A proposal of what could become England's largest solar farm is now being considered by Ed Miliband.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/energy-secretary-considers-plans-for-solar-farm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/energy-secretary-considers-plans-for-solar-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black market weight-loss jab factory found in stately home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants country house is site of illicit weight-loss drugs seizure, a BBC investigation reveals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/black-market-weight-loss-jab-factory-found-in-stately-home/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/black-market-weight-loss-jab-factory-found-in-stately-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea from fire service after 48 blazes in a day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Fire Service warns farmers of impact of dry conditions as resources are stretched.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plea-from-fire-service-after-48-blazes-in-a-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plea-from-fire-service-after-48-blazes-in-a-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Service praised for 'outstanding' personalised care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Home Instead in Northampton is rated as "outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/service-praised-for-outstanding-personalised-care/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/service-praised-for-outstanding-personalised-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lynn powers Northants into T20 Blast quarter-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Lynn hits a 49-ball century to help Northamptonshire Steelbacks beat Glamorgan and seal their place in the men's T20 Blast quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lynn-powers-northants-into-t20-blast-quarter-finals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lynn-powers-northants-into-t20-blast-quarter-finals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man found guilty of raping and murdering his wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Thompson, 56, is convicted of killing Kimberley Thompson, 43, at their home in Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-found-guilty-of-raping-and-murdering-his-wife/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-found-guilty-of-raping-and-murdering-his-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen fatally stabbed and park cordoned off]]></title><description><![CDATA[A street near the county cricket ground is cordoned off, as is a park more than two miles away.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teen-fatally-stabbed-and-park-cordoned-off/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teen-fatally-stabbed-and-park-cordoned-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child rapist jailed for attacks on girl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police welcome Joseph Hewitt's sentence, saying it reflects the "severity of his offending".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/child-rapist-jailed-for-attacks-on-girl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/child-rapist-jailed-for-attacks-on-girl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder suspect due in court after pub assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louie Oliver, 22, is due in front of Northampton magistrates after Paul Hughes, 59, died on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/murder-suspect-due-in-court-after-pub-assault/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/murder-suspect-due-in-court-after-pub-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['If it wasn't for the children's trust, I probably wouldn't be here']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Children's Trust has 'significantly improved' since its last inspection.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/if-it-wasnt-for-the-childrens-trust-i-probably-wouldnt-be-here/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/if-it-wasnt-for-the-childrens-trust-i-probably-wouldnt-be-here/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work to revamp council buildings to be discussed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members will be asked to approve plans to refurbish three council buildings in Wellingborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/work-to-revamp-council-buildings-to-be-discussed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/work-to-revamp-council-buildings-to-be-discussed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Library back home three years after rain damage move]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kettering library has been in a temporary location since October 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/library-back-home-three-years-after-rain-damage-move/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/library-back-home-three-years-after-rain-damage-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children's services significantly improved - Ofsted]]></title><description><![CDATA[The trust delivers children's services for two local authorities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/childrens-services-significantly-improved-ofsted/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/childrens-services-significantly-improved-ofsted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail crash passengers are no longer critical]]></title><description><![CDATA[The update follows the fatal crash which resulted in more than 100 people being taken to hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rail-crash-passengers-are-no-longer-critical/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rail-crash-passengers-are-no-longer-critical/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[J2O maker denies cabin image copyright claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britvic admits using a glamping picture but says it did not need permission from the cabin's owners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/j2o-maker-denies-cabin-image-copyright-claim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/j2o-maker-denies-cabin-image-copyright-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheese maker picks up the pieces after break-in]]></title><description><![CDATA[A van, equipment, stock and cash is stolen from The Urban Dairy in Daventry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cheese-maker-picks-up-the-pieces-after-break-in/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cheese-maker-picks-up-the-pieces-after-break-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteers racing to save surplus Silverstone food]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Towcester community larder is collecting produce from the circuit following the Grand Prix.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/volunteers-racing-to-save-surplus-silverstone-food/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/volunteers-racing-to-save-surplus-silverstone-food/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safety car decisive again in confusing end to chaotic race]]></title><description><![CDATA[The safety car staying out might have been an unsatisfactory way to end the British Grand Prix but this time the rules were followed, writes Andrew Benson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/safety-car-decisive-again-in-confusing-end-to-chaotic-race/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/safety-car-decisive-again-in-confusing-end-to-chaotic-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Yorks beat Foxes, Somerset stun Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Lyth strikes an undefeated 131 from 63 balls &ndash; the highest score of this year's Vitality Blast &ndash; as Yorkshire beat Leicestershire Foxes at Headingley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-somerset-stun-northants/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-somerset-stun-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leclerc wins dramatic race from Russell and Hamilton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charles Leclerc wins an incident-packed British Grand Prix from George Russell in which both Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen failed to score points.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leclerc-wins-dramatic-race-from-russell-and-hamilton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leclerc-wins-dramatic-race-from-russell-and-hamilton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[British Grand Prix breaks F1 attendance record]]></title><description><![CDATA[A record-breaking 564,000 fans attend across the four-day race event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/british-grand-prix-breaks-f1-attendance-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/british-grand-prix-breaks-f1-attendance-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than 300 children helped by new scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new scheme is focused on preventing crime by helping young people overcome issues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/more-than-300-children-helped-by-new-scheme/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/more-than-300-children-helped-by-new-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['True petrolhead passion' - fans cherish British GP]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 565,000 fans will attend across the four-day race event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/true-petrolhead-passion-fans-cherish-british-gp/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/true-petrolhead-passion-fans-cherish-british-gp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How car meets are helping men discuss mental health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lewis Warren says the events are about encouraging men to talk openly about their feelings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-car-meets-are-helping-men-discuss-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-car-meets-are-helping-men-discuss-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've had more messages on potholes than rugby']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Coles says his comments on the state of the roads resonated with people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ive-had-more-messages-on-potholes-than-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ive-had-more-messages-on-potholes-than-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can you go to jail for flying a flag during the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What flags can you fly in public and outside your home, and what happens if you break the rules?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/can-you-go-to-jail-for-flying-a-flag-during-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/can-you-go-to-jail-for-flying-a-flag-during-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man found guilty of attempted murder after shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matas Sukaitis, of Chaucer Close, Corby, is due to be sentenced on 18 September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-found-guilty-of-attempted-murder-after-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-found-guilty-of-attempted-murder-after-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamilton fastest in Silverstone practice session]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton leads the way in practice at the British Grand Prix before sprint qualifying later on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hamilton-fastest-in-silverstone-practice-session/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hamilton-fastest-in-silverstone-practice-session/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[British Grand Prix more than a race - circuit boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[The economic and cultural impact of the annual event reaches beyond F1, says Stuart Pringle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/british-grand-prix-more-than-a-race-circuit-boss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/british-grand-prix-more-than-a-race-circuit-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New owners to build estate's neighbourhood hub]]></title><description><![CDATA[An update on when construction would begin on the site is expected in the coming weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-owners-to-build-estates-neighbourhood-hub/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-owners-to-build-estates-neighbourhood-hub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers refunded £50k after parking fees error]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of people were wrongly charged while using car parks in Northampton town centre in April.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drivers-refunded-50k-after-parking-fees-error/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drivers-refunded-50k-after-parking-fees-error/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silverstone completely different with new cars - Hamilton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton says Silverstone will be "a completely different circuit" with this year's new cars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/silverstone-completely-different-with-new-cars-hamilton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/silverstone-completely-different-with-new-cars-hamilton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobblers sign midfielder Briggs on loan from Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City midfielder Logan Briggs joins League Two side Northampton Town on a season-long loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cobblers-sign-midfielder-briggs-on-loan-from-leicester/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cobblers-sign-midfielder-briggs-on-loan-from-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shrewsbury seal fifth summer signing as Price returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shrewsbury Town bring midfielder Jack Price back to the club, after he spent time there in 2023-24.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shrewsbury-seal-fifth-summer-signing-as-price-returns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shrewsbury-seal-fifth-summer-signing-as-price-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP requests updates for Harshita Brella's family]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Barron says the victim's relatives "feel like nothing is happening" in her murder investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-requests-updates-for-harshita-brellas-family/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-requests-updates-for-harshita-brellas-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Planners reject controversial warehouses plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[A committee goes against the recommendation of planning officers after 3,500 objections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/planners-reject-controversial-warehouses-plan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/planners-reject-controversial-warehouses-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants batter McSweeney re-signs for 2027]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia Test batter Nathan McSweeney will remain with Northamptonshire for the 2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-batter-mcsweeney-re-signs-for-2027/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-batter-mcsweeney-re-signs-for-2027/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Northants maintain perfect record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Steelbacks maintain their perfect record in the T20 Blast by beating Gloucestershire at Bristol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-round-up-northants-maintain-perfect-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-round-up-northants-maintain-perfect-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former special constable jailed for sex offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wissem Bonafia is jailed for 22 years after being convicted of multiple sexual offences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-special-constable-jailed-for-sex-offences/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-special-constable-jailed-for-sex-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton &amp; Bath handed tough Champions Cup assignments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton and Bath will compete for points in the same tough Champions Cup pool next season, having been drawn alongside the Pretoria-based Bulls and Top 14 runners-up Montpellier, while Leicester will face Leinster, Bristol against Bordeaux-Begles, and Saracens and Exeter are in the same group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-amp-bath-handed-tough-champions-cup-assignments/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-amp-bath-handed-tough-champions-cup-assignments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS to take over troubled mental health hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[The removal of almost 300 patients from the Northampton site was ordered by NHS England in March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nhs-to-take-over-troubled-mental-health-hospital/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nhs-to-take-over-troubled-mental-health-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defence challenges abuse claims in murder trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Thompson is on trial for the rape and murder of his wife Kimberley in Northampton last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/defence-challenges-abuse-claims-in-murder-trial/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/defence-challenges-abuse-claims-in-murder-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillors stage walkout during housing debate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opposition councillors label the meeting a "farce", but the council leader fights back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/councillors-stage-walkout-during-housing-debate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/councillors-stage-walkout-during-housing-debate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police are linking spate of church vandalism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four churches in Northamptonshire have been targeted by vandals and thieves over the past few days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-are-linking-spate-of-church-vandalism/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-are-linking-spate-of-church-vandalism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reopened support service is 'rising from the ashes']]></title><description><![CDATA[Workbridge offers life skill training to people with mental health issues, autism and brain injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reopened-support-service-is-rising-from-the-ashes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reopened-support-service-is-rising-from-the-ashes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pope Leo appoints Archbishop to oversee diocese]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes after the Bishop of Northampton is charged with two counts of child rape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pope-leo-appoints-archbishop-to-oversee-diocese/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pope-leo-appoints-archbishop-to-oversee-diocese/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Demolition complete at former department store site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The work to demolish the former M&amp;S and BHS stores began in September last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/demolition-complete-at-former-department-store-site/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/demolition-complete-at-former-department-store-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Arsonist sets fire to Mercedes on driveway]]></title><description><![CDATA[An explosion is heard on the footage, as petrol is ignited and the Mercedes is engulfed by flames.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-arsonist-sets-fire-to-mercedes-on-driveway/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-arsonist-sets-fire-to-mercedes-on-driveway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disability care home champions 'independence']]></title><description><![CDATA[A care home for people with learning disabilities has its rating improved from good to outstanding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/disability-care-home-champions-independence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/disability-care-home-champions-independence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It was like a family': Three generations worked at bank]]></title><description><![CDATA["It just opened a new life for me, as it did for many female workers in Northampton," says Pat, 91.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/it-was-like-a-family-three-generations-worked-at-bank/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/it-was-like-a-family-three-generations-worked-at-bank/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cricket club's pitch ploughed up by vandals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A cricket club says it has been forced to pull out of its league after a seventh vandalism incident.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cricket-clubs-pitch-ploughed-up-by-vandals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cricket-clubs-pitch-ploughed-up-by-vandals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McGeehan returns to Barnsley from Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameron McGeehan returns to Barnsley from Northampton Town to be reunited with promotion-winning head coach Daniel Stendel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mcgeehan-returns-to-barnsley-from-northampton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mcgeehan-returns-to-barnsley-from-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two badly hurt in collision involving police car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police says it has referred itself to the IOPC after the crash in Yardley Hastings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-badly-hurt-in-collision-involving-police-car/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-badly-hurt-in-collision-involving-police-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lorry driver was proud and loving dad, says family]]></title><description><![CDATA["He fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lorry-driver-was-proud-and-loving-dad-says-family/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lorry-driver-was-proud-and-loving-dad-says-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our woolly wonders bring smiles to the streets']]></title><description><![CDATA[The latest display includes about 43 bollard toppers all in them theme of summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/our-woolly-wonders-bring-smiles-to-the-streets/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/our-woolly-wonders-bring-smiles-to-the-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should there be more sex education in schools?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students and teachers at The Duston School in Northampton discuss possible new legislation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/should-there-be-more-sex-education-in-schools/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/should-there-be-more-sex-education-in-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New hospital ward to open later in year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moulton Ward at Northampton General Hospital will add beds to support patient care during winter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-hospital-ward-to-open-later-in-year/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-hospital-ward-to-open-later-in-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pub keeps firefighters hydrated after cables fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[The firefighters are given biscuits and engineers restore power to nearby homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pub-keeps-firefighters-hydrated-after-cables-fire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pub-keeps-firefighters-hydrated-after-cables-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community advice project launched to help residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Advice on benefits, debt and housing support will be available to residents in North Northants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-advice-project-launched-to-help-residents/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-advice-project-launched-to-help-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daily overnight support for domestic abuse victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Figures from a successful pilot show specialists made 214 domestic abuse referrals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/daily-overnight-support-for-domestic-abuse-victims/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/daily-overnight-support-for-domestic-abuse-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher banned for failing to disclose conviction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlotte Gavin tells the Teacher Regulation Agency she regrets her actions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teacher-banned-for-failing-to-disclose-conviction/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teacher-banned-for-failing-to-disclose-conviction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What do we know about the Bedford train crash, one week on?]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation is taking place after a fatal collision between two services heading toward London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-do-we-know-about-the-bedford-train-crash-one-week-on/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-do-we-know-about-the-bedford-train-crash-one-week-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Northants keep up 100% record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire Hawks seal a sixth straight victory in the T20 Blast with a thrilling two-wicket win over North Group table-toppers Yorkshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-round-up-northants-keep-up-100-record/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/t20-blast-round-up-northants-keep-up-100-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waste and recycling site evacuated due to fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A tip is evacuated after a fire stared in a small container for electrical waste, a council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/waste-and-recycling-site-evacuated-due-to-fire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/waste-and-recycling-site-evacuated-due-to-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign experienced defender Donacien]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign former Ipswich Town and Chesterfield defender Janoi Donacien on a one-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-experienced-defender-donacien/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-experienced-defender-donacien/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No hosepipe ban, but use carefully says water firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company supplying much of eastern England urges careful use of water to preserve supplies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-hosepipe-ban-but-use-carefully-says-water-firm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/no-hosepipe-ban-but-use-carefully-says-water-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kettering bowler York returns amazing 10-7 figures in club game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swing bowler David York produces astonishing figures of 10-7 in a Northamptonshire County League club match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kettering-bowler-york-returns-amazing-10-7-figures-in-club-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kettering-bowler-york-returns-amazing-10-7-figures-in-club-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent school to shut due to financial issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[The school, which opened in 1989 and has about 200 pupils, will close on 10 July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/independent-school-to-shut-due-to-financial-issues/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/independent-school-to-shut-due-to-financial-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything you need to know as heatwave continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Details of closures, event cancellations and support that is available during the hot weather.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/everything-you-need-to-know-as-heatwave-continues/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 09:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/everything-you-need-to-know-as-heatwave-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sugar on road shuts part of A14 after lorry fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Repairs are being made to the road, says National Highways.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sugar-on-road-shuts-part-of-a14-after-lorry-fire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sugar-on-road-shuts-part-of-a14-after-lorry-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roast dinner off the menu as care home keeps cool]]></title><description><![CDATA[A care home manager explains measures in place to support residents and staff through the heatwave.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/roast-dinner-off-the-menu-as-care-home-keeps-cool/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/roast-dinner-off-the-menu-as-care-home-keeps-cool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Domestic abuse charity pauses waiting list for children]]></title><description><![CDATA[It says due to demand, it could only help about a third of referrals last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/domestic-abuse-charity-pauses-waiting-list-for-children/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/domestic-abuse-charity-pauses-waiting-list-for-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Willey signs new contract at Northants until 2029]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire's T20 captain David Willey agrees a new three-year contract extension that keeps him at the club until 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/willey-signs-new-contract-at-northants-until-2029/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/willey-signs-new-contract-at-northants-until-2029/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Towpath death ruled a 'tragic accident']]></title><description><![CDATA[Police found a knife in Robert Brown's backpack and believe he may have accidentally fallen onto it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/towpath-death-ruled-a-tragic-accident/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/towpath-death-ruled-a-tragic-accident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Town to start season at home to Swindon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Promoted York City host Bristol Rovers in their first League Two game of the season after a decade away from the EFL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-town-to-start-season-at-home-to-swindon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-town-to-start-season-at-home-to-swindon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fatal train crash injury toll drops]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say 38 people remain in hospital after 100 were taken for treatment on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fatal-train-crash-injury-toll-drops/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fatal-train-crash-injury-toll-drops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Child brain tumour research raised in Commons]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Barron raises the issue of a teenage constituent who is undergoing brain cancer treatment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/child-brain-tumour-research-raised-in-commons/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/child-brain-tumour-research-raised-in-commons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital's leadership told to improve]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Care Quality Commission issues findings following a two-day visit last September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospitals-leadership-told-to-improve/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hospitals-leadership-told-to-improve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thieves jailed for stealing 25 cars worth £600k]]></title><description><![CDATA[The two men were arrested after a long-running investigation into organised thefts of high value cars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/thieves-jailed-for-stealing-25-cars-worth-600k/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/thieves-jailed-for-stealing-25-cars-worth-600k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bishop of Northampton charged with child rape]]></title><description><![CDATA[The bishop was arrested last September and the charges relate to "non-recent allegations".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bishop-of-northampton-charged-with-child-rape/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bishop-of-northampton-charged-with-child-rape/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Permanent deals benefit Northampton - Hogg]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an increasingly competitive loan market, Chris Hogg wants to make permanent deals that benefit Northampton's long term future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/permanent-deals-benefit-northampton-hogg/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/permanent-deals-benefit-northampton-hogg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train passed red signal before fatal crash - report]]></title><description><![CDATA[A preliminary report from the Independent Rail Accident Investigation Branch is published.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/train-passed-red-signal-before-fatal-crash-report/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/train-passed-red-signal-before-fatal-crash-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Third teen charged over skate park fatal stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 17-year-old boy accused of murder will appear at Northampton Crown Court on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/third-teen-charged-over-skate-park-fatal-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/third-teen-charged-over-skate-park-fatal-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McSweeney to skipper Northants in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australian batsman Nathan McSweeney will captain Northamptonshire Steelbacks in this season's One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mcsweeney-to-skipper-northants-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mcsweeney-to-skipper-northants-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Doncaster full-back Maxwell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign left-back James Maxwell following his release by Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-doncaster-full-back-maxwell/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-doncaster-full-back-maxwell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: Saints' Alex Coles wants potholes tackled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speaking to fans outside Northampton's Guildhall, Coles described potholes in the town as "a joke".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-saints-alex-coles-wants-potholes-tackled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-saints-alex-coles-wants-potholes-tackled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flats to be built next to Freemasons club]]></title><description><![CDATA[It follows previous plans for an 80-bed care home on the site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/flats-to-be-built-next-to-freemasons-club/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/flats-to-be-built-next-to-freemasons-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Primary school celebrates 150th anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[A school, which opened in the Victorian era with 77 pupils, looks back and ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/primary-school-celebrates-150th-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/primary-school-celebrates-150th-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improvement work on region's waterways is completed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Environment Agency finishes its &pound;5.2 million programme that has seen work across several counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/improvement-work-on-regions-waterways-is-completed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/improvement-work-on-regions-waterways-is-completed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community comes together after fatal crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A taxi firm ferries people to and from hospital without charge, while a chaplain offers support.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-comes-together-after-fatal-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-comes-together-after-fatal-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funding to create 40 extra ambulance crews by 2029]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service says it will be able to recruit up to 400 new patient-facing staff members by 2029.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/funding-to-create-40-extra-ambulance-crews-by-2029/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/funding-to-create-40-extra-ambulance-crews-by-2029/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight in critical condition after train crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 100 needed hospital treatment as the transport secretary urges people not to speculate on the cause.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/eight-in-critical-condition-after-train-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/eight-in-critical-condition-after-train-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bedingham stars as leaders Durham defeat Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[David Bedingham scores an unbeaten century as leaders Durham defeat Northamptonshire by six wickets in their County Championship match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bedingham-stars-as-leaders-durham-defeat-northants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bedingham-stars-as-leaders-durham-defeat-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cancer charity cash stolen from Wilson's home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former world champion Kyren Wilson is burgled while playing in a snooker event in Leicester]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cancer-charity-cash-stolen-from-wilsons-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cancer-charity-cash-stolen-from-wilsons-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare red weather warning and red heat alert issued]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures are set to reach up to 40C this week, with the heat expected to cause disruption.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rare-red-weather-warning-and-red-heat-alert-issued/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rare-red-weather-warning-and-red-heat-alert-issued/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hero train manager hurt in crash helped others]]></title><description><![CDATA[A passenger praises a member of railway staff who, despite being in pain, helped the injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hero-train-manager-hurt-in-crash-helped-others/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hero-train-manager-hurt-in-crash-helped-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inquiry over hospital's safeguarding and finances]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes after the removal of almost 300 patients was ordered by NHS England earlier this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/inquiry-over-hospitals-safeguarding-and-finances/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/inquiry-over-hospitals-safeguarding-and-finances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem Rugby play-offs set to move to neutral venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Prem Rugby play-offs are set to move from home advantage to a neutral venue from the 2029-2030 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-rugby-play-offs-set-to-move-to-neutral-venue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-rugby-play-offs-set-to-move-to-neutral-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calls grow for direct trains to new Universal park]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council leader says without a direct link it could put a town "at a significant disadvantage".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/calls-grow-for-direct-trains-to-new-universal-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/calls-grow-for-direct-trains-to-new-universal-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Contemporary arts venue opens in town centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arts Collective opens in Northampton after a &pound;5.2m renovation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/contemporary-arts-venue-opens-in-town-centre/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/contemporary-arts-venue-opens-in-town-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Durham and Northants poised for intriguing final day]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fluent 84 from Ollie Robinson and three wickets for Matthew Potts help set up a potentially intriguing final day between Durham and Northants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/durham-and-northants-poised-for-intriguing-final-day/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/durham-and-northants-poised-for-intriguing-final-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every moment ached with importance as Northampton win compelling final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton show their grit and unity to prevail in a tussle of a Prem final with Exeter and secure their third English title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/every-moment-ached-with-importance-as-northampton-win-compelling-final/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/every-moment-ached-with-importance-as-northampton-win-compelling-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can 'best Northampton team ever' become one of English rugby's greats?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does Northampton Saints' second Prem Rugby title in three seasons suggest a dynasty is being built at the club?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/can-best-northampton-team-ever-become-one-of-english-rugbys-greats/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/can-best-northampton-team-ever-become-one-of-english-rugbys-greats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton beat Exeter to win Prem Rugby title]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Hendy's two tries secure Northampton Saints the Prem title with victory over Exeter Chiefs at Allianz Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-beat-exeter-to-win-prem-rugby-title/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-beat-exeter-to-win-prem-rugby-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historical cricket club celebrates bicentenary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The club is the oldest in its county and has a history spanning 200 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/historical-cricket-club-celebrates-bicentenary/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/historical-cricket-club-celebrates-bicentenary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is inclusive rugby and why is it thriving?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As new teams launch in the area, how do LGBTQ+ players feel about finding their spot on the pitch?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-is-inclusive-rugby-and-why-is-it-thriving/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-is-inclusive-rugby-and-why-is-it-thriving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stokes plays as Northants batters dominate Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Stokes takes a wicket late on day one for Durham as Ricardo Vasconcelos stars with 181 not out for Northamptonshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/stokes-plays-as-northants-batters-dominate-durham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/stokes-plays-as-northants-batters-dominate-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Handmade shoe firm sold to sports brand Castore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grenson was started in 1866 and makes footwear for the rich and famous.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/handmade-shoe-firm-sold-to-sports-brand-castore/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/handmade-shoe-firm-sold-to-sports-brand-castore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints' star Henry Pollock immortalised in wool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three versions of the Saints player have been knitted by members of the Women's Institute.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-star-henry-pollock-immortalised-in-wool/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-star-henry-pollock-immortalised-in-wool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feyi-Waboso to start for Exeter in Prem final]]></title><description><![CDATA[England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will start for Exeter in the Prem final against Northampton less than three weeks after facial surgery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/feyi-waboso-to-start-for-exeter-in-prem-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/feyi-waboso-to-start-for-exeter-in-prem-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McGeehan &amp; Guinness-Walker exit Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Midfielder Cameron McGeehan and left-back Nesta Guinness-Walker depart Northampton Town following the side's relegation to League Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mcgeehan-amp-guinness-walker-exit-northampton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mcgeehan-amp-guinness-walker-exit-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You'd want to go out like Furbank has' - Dowson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson previews the side's Prem Rugby final against Exeter that will mark the end of George Furbank's Saints career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/youd-want-to-go-out-like-furbank-has-dowson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/youd-want-to-go-out-like-furbank-has-dowson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints ready for Prem final against Exeter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints' Henry Pollock, Tommy Freeman and head coach Sam Vesty look ahead to their Prem final against Exeter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-ready-for-prem-final-against-exeter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-ready-for-prem-final-against-exeter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How is 'Little Scotland' feeling about the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of Scots in Corby are hopeful their nation can go far in the football tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-is-little-scotland-feeling-about-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-is-little-scotland-feeling-about-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridge set to reopen after six months]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renovation project on track for reopening to pedestrians and traffic by 29 June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bridge-set-to-reopen-after-six-months/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bridge-set-to-reopen-after-six-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shops crackdown nets illegal cigarettes and vapes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shops in Northampton and Daventry have been raided and products seized by trading standards officers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shops-crackdown-nets-illegal-cigarettes-and-vapes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/shops-crackdown-nets-illegal-cigarettes-and-vapes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-detective sentenced over prison drone drug drops]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prohibited items were flown into prisons in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-detective-sentenced-over-prison-drone-drug-drops/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-detective-sentenced-over-prison-drone-drug-drops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Furbank targets fairytale end to Northampton career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain George Furbank is targeting a "fairytale finish" with Northampton as his decade at the club ends in Saturday's Prem final at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/furbank-targets-fairytale-end-to-northampton-career/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/furbank-targets-fairytale-end-to-northampton-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Entertaining like no other - best Saints team ever?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Radio Northampton's Graham McKechnie reflects on the differences between Northampton Saints' 2024 title winning squad and this year's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/entertaining-like-no-other-best-saints-team-ever/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/entertaining-like-no-other-best-saints-team-ever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England to clear Feyi-Waboso and Mitchell for Prem final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exeter wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Northampton scrum-half Alex Mitchell are set to make surprise returns to their club sides for Saturday's Prem final at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-to-clear-feyi-waboso-and-mitchell-for-prem-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-to-clear-feyi-waboso-and-mitchell-for-prem-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine held over fake marriage certificates racket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Criminals have been exploiting the EU Settlement Scheme by falsely claiming couples were married.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nine-held-over-fake-marriage-certificates-racket/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nine-held-over-fake-marriage-certificates-racket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bus route named after footballer for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "Toney Town" service is running in Northampton to celebrate hometown footballer Ivan Toney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bus-route-named-after-footballer-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bus-route-named-after-footballer-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who raped woman at hotel jailed for seven years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police commend the bravery of Liam Blanchfield's victim for helping to secure his conviction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-who-raped-woman-at-hotel-jailed-for-seven-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-who-raped-woman-at-hotel-jailed-for-seven-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New faces but same Saints DNA - Freeman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints winger Tommy Freeman says the club has the same DNA as their 2024 winning squad despite a much-changed line-up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-faces-but-same-saints-dna-freeman/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-faces-but-same-saints-dna-freeman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire at flat block's bin store treated as arson]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fire spread to ceiling and electrics in the communal area of the flats, a fire service says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-at-flat-blocks-bin-store-treated-as-arson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fire-at-flat-blocks-bin-store-treated-as-arson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for 850 new homes rejected by councillors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The proposal is denied approval by councillors by six votes to four.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-850-new-homes-rejected-by-councillors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-850-new-homes-rejected-by-councillors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health director warning over open water swimming]]></title><description><![CDATA[It comes after young people are seen swimming in open water where a teenager drowned two years ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/health-director-warning-over-open-water-swimming/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/health-director-warning-over-open-water-swimming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Selling items made by prisoners helps their rehabilitation']]></title><description><![CDATA[One man says he will leave prison with a job offer owing to the skills he learned in the workshop.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/selling-items-made-by-prisoners-helps-their-rehabilitation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/selling-items-made-by-prisoners-helps-their-rehabilitation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derek, 90, among record-breaking hospital volunteers]]></title><description><![CDATA[A record 82,536 hours were given by volunteers between April 2025 and March 2026 at University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN).]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/derek-90-among-record-breaking-hospital-volunteers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/derek-90-among-record-breaking-hospital-volunteers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[E-scooters and bikes seized in day of police action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are reminding people of the law on e-scooters, and seizing machines being used illegally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/e-scooters-and-bikes-seized-in-day-of-police-action/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/e-scooters-and-bikes-seized-in-day-of-police-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carer and teacher named in King's Birthday Honours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sixteen people with Northamptonshire links are recognised in the 2026 list.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/carer-and-teacher-named-in-kings-birthday-honours/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/carer-and-teacher-named-in-kings-birthday-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How fans in 'Little Scotland' celebrated win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Video shows jubilant scenes in Corby, Northamptonshire, as people watched Scotland's 1-0 win over Haiti.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-fans-in-little-scotland-celebrated-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/how-fans-in-little-scotland-celebrated-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All you need to know ahead of Saints' Prem final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your guide to travel arrangements, ticket availability and how to follow the match on the BBC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/all-you-need-to-know-ahead-of-saints-prem-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/all-you-need-to-know-ahead-of-saints-prem-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harrison leads Northants to win over Gloucestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calvin Harrison scores 92 not out off 100 balls as Northants beat Gloucestershire by seven wickets in the County Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harrison-leads-northants-to-win-over-gloucestershire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/harrison-leads-northants-to-win-over-gloucestershire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guthrie stars as Northants close on win over Glos]]></title><description><![CDATA[Liam Guthrie leads the way with a stack of wickets as Northamptonshire move closer to sealing back-to-back County Championship wins over Gloucestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/guthrie-stars-as-northants-close-on-win-over-glos/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/guthrie-stars-as-northants-close-on-win-over-glos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community dig and festival returns to Roman town]]></title><description><![CDATA[The excavation is based at Chester House Estate and will offer open days and a Roman Fest weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-dig-and-festival-returns-to-roman-town/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-dig-and-festival-returns-to-roman-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Policy could create 'revolving door' for homeless]]></title><description><![CDATA[Opposition councillors fear Reform's new policy will mean people being re-housed out-of-county.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/policy-could-create-revolving-door-for-homeless/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/policy-could-create-revolving-door-for-homeless/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glos batters dig in on day two against Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gloucestershire finish on 233-5 at stumps against Northamptonshire on day two of their County Championship match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/glos-batters-dig-in-on-day-two-against-northants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/glos-batters-dig-in-on-day-two-against-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Furbs is an absolute legend of this club']]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock praises George Furbank, who scores two tries in his last Northampton Saints home game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/furbs-is-an-absolute-legend-of-this-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/furbs-is-an-absolute-legend-of-this-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Endurance racing series to return to Silverstone]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Six Hours of Silverstone event will comprise the third round of the 2027 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/endurance-racing-series-to-return-to-silverstone/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/endurance-racing-series-to-return-to-silverstone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does Amazon investing £1bn mean for a county?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The online giant opens its new sorting centre and has plans for a second hub nearby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-does-amazon-investing-1bn-mean-for-a-county/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-does-amazon-investing-1bn-mean-for-a-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Farmer and influencer recognised in Honours list]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Northamptonshire farmer says working to promote British agriculture helped during her own struggles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmer-and-influencer-recognised-in-honours-list/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/farmer-and-influencer-recognised-in-honours-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton overcome Leicester in derby classic to reach Prem final]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Furbank scores two tries in his final home game for Northampton as they overcome Leicester in an East Midlands derby classic to reach the Prem final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-overcome-leicester-in-derby-classic-to-reach-prem-final/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-overcome-leicester-in-derby-classic-to-reach-prem-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silverstone to host six-hour World Endurance race]]></title><description><![CDATA[Silverstone will host a round of the World Endurance Championship next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/silverstone-to-host-six-hour-world-endurance-race/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/silverstone-to-host-six-hour-world-endurance-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council chairman resigns over social media posts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Reform UK councillor says he regrets the offensive social media posts made before he was elected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-chairman-resigns-over-social-media-posts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-chairman-resigns-over-social-media-posts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers fined for filming crash scene on phones]]></title><description><![CDATA[They are fined up to &pound;1,054 each and get licence points for filming a lorry crash scene on the A14.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drivers-fined-for-filming-crash-scene-on-phones/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drivers-fined-for-filming-crash-scene-on-phones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP calls for direct trains to Universal theme park]]></title><description><![CDATA[A direct railway connection would open job opportunities for the town's residents, says Mike Reader.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-calls-for-direct-trains-to-universal-theme-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-calls-for-direct-trains-to-universal-theme-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tudor lodge famed for Catholic symbolism reopens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "extraordinary unfinished" lodge was closed for essential repairs 18 months ago and is now open.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tudor-lodge-famed-for-catholic-symbolism-reopens/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/tudor-lodge-famed-for-catholic-symbolism-reopens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[E-scooter firm invests £3m to address safety concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voi is investing the funds into patrols and infrastructure in Northamptonshire over two years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/e-scooter-firm-invests-3m-to-address-safety-concerns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/e-scooter-firm-invests-3m-to-address-safety-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Lincoln goalkeeper Jeacock on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town fill the gap left by Lee Burge's departure by signing Lincoln City goalkeeper Zach Jeacock on loan for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-lincoln-goalkeeper-jeacock-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-lincoln-goalkeeper-jeacock-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top club bosses call on England to help limit player workload]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's top stars are playing too much rugby, but the responsibility of resting players shouldn't just fall on the clubs, according to the Prem's leading coaches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/top-club-bosses-call-on-england-to-help-limit-player-workload/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/top-club-bosses-call-on-england-to-help-limit-player-workload/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured duo back for Tigers as Saints stars return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Billy Searle and England international Freddie Steward return from injury to start for Leicester in their Prem semi-final at Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/injured-duo-back-for-tigers-as-saints-stars-return/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/injured-duo-back-for-tigers-as-saints-stars-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drone shows huntsman's hounds killing hare on farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[A huntsman is seen on aerial footage along with hounds, which chase down a hare in a field.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drone-shows-huntsmans-hounds-killing-hare-on-farm/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drone-shows-huntsmans-hounds-killing-hare-on-farm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton v Leicester &ndash; 'Epic' derby showdown in race for Prem glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soon-to-depart Northampton full-back George Furbank says Friday's Prem semi-final against Leicester is an "epic" showdown between East Midlands rivals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-v-leicester-ndash-epic-derby-showdown-in-race-for-prem-glory/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-v-leicester-ndash-epic-derby-showdown-in-race-for-prem-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Palliative care beds to be reinstated in hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six beds were taken out of use for end-of-life patients in May due to staffing issues, says trust.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/palliative-care-beds-to-be-reinstated-in-hospital/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/palliative-care-beds-to-be-reinstated-in-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watch: What does a Northamptonshire scone taste like?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scone fans get to sample a regional treat created by bakery students for a competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-what-does-a-northamptonshire-scone-taste-like/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-what-does-a-northamptonshire-scone-taste-like/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[On two wheels but on the wrong side of the law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are reminding people of the law on e-scooters and seizing machines being used illegally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/on-two-wheels-but-on-the-wrong-side-of-the-law/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/on-two-wheels-but-on-the-wrong-side-of-the-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WWI soldiers buried a century after their deaths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The six men from Essex, London, Bradford, Bristol and Northampton served and died together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wwi-soldiers-buried-a-century-after-their-deaths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wwi-soldiers-buried-a-century-after-their-deaths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP to meet NHS over future of failing hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[The removal of almost 300 inpatients was ordered by NHS England earlier this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-to-meet-nhs-over-future-of-failing-hospital/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-to-meet-nhs-over-future-of-failing-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council with &pound;13.8m overspend 'failed by government']]></title><description><![CDATA[A council dips into its reserves to balance its books but says it cannot do this indefinitely.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-with-pound138m-overspend-failed-by-government/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-with-pound138m-overspend-failed-by-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From fan to fulcrum - the family story of Dingwall's Prem title quest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fraser Dingwall has enjoyed a remarkable journey from fan to Prem title winner - and he wants a second crown with Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/from-fan-to-fulcrum-the-family-story-of-dingwalls-prem-title-quest/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/from-fan-to-fulcrum-the-family-story-of-dingwalls-prem-title-quest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amazon opens site and shares plans for a second]]></title><description><![CDATA[The online giant announces the opening of its sorting centre alongside plans for a second hub.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/amazon-opens-site-and-shares-plans-for-a-second/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/amazon-opens-site-and-shares-plans-for-a-second/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assistant referee set for World Cup adventure]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Northamptonshire official finds out he is chosen for the tournament at a family theme park trip.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/assistant-referee-set-for-world-cup-adventure/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/assistant-referee-set-for-world-cup-adventure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Northamptonshire scone - could it be a new favourite?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The "Northamptonshire Scone" is made from local ingredients including apples, cider and honey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-northamptonshire-scone-could-it-be-a-new-favourite/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-northamptonshire-scone-could-it-be-a-new-favourite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wins for Lancs, Essex &amp; Northants in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lancashire Lightning, Essex and Northants Steelbacks all pick up wins in the T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wins-for-lancs-essex-amp-northants-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wins-for-lancs-essex-amp-northants-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Banger rally raises £100k for baby loss charity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Participants complete a four-day 2,500-mile journey in vehicles bought for &pound;1,000 or less.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/banger-rally-raises-100k-for-baby-loss-charity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/banger-rally-raises-100k-for-baby-loss-charity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solar farm near Rushden Lakes approved after appeal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The appeal follows further investigation into the scheme's effect on the habitat of protected birds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/solar-farm-near-rushden-lakes-approved-after-appeal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/solar-farm-near-rushden-lakes-approved-after-appeal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council faces £7m overspend due to high demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK-run West Northants reports a provisional overspend of &pound;7m on last year's budget.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-faces-7m-overspend-due-to-high-demand/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-faces-7m-overspend-due-to-high-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pet shop reflects on 'devastating' fire anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vets for Pets says the incident is "a day we will never forget".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pet-shop-reflects-on-devastating-fire-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pet-shop-reflects-on-devastating-fire-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dig site offers 'window' into Roman life]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decorative flagon in the shape of a woman's head is among the finds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dig-site-offers-window-into-roman-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/dig-site-offers-window-into-roman-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village extension refused by planning committee]]></title><description><![CDATA["Successful villages cannot remain frozen in time," a developer argues, as plans get rejected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/village-extension-refused-by-planning-committee/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/village-extension-refused-by-planning-committee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Hull's US Open near-miss shows major win is close]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter examines Charley Hull&rsquo;s US Open performance after she came close to landing a first major title.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-hulls-us-open-near-miss-shows-major-win-is-close/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-hulls-us-open-near-miss-shows-major-win-is-close/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Light aircraft injuries 'not life-threatening']]></title><description><![CDATA[Police and crash analysts are continuing their investigation after a plane crashed into a field.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/light-aircraft-injuries-not-life-threatening/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/light-aircraft-injuries-not-life-threatening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bungalow fire started on purpose, says fire service]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police appeal for information about Saturday's blaze which kept six crews busy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bungalow-fire-started-on-purpose-says-fire-service/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bungalow-fire-started-on-purpose-says-fire-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull pipped by Korda at US Women's Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[World number one Nelly Korda wins her first US Women's Open title, pipping England's Charley Hull to the title by a single shot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-pipped-by-korda-at-us-womens-open/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hull-pipped-by-korda-at-us-womens-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cultural hub to revert back to original four names]]></title><description><![CDATA[Extensive restoration work is carried out on the historical building for about a year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cultural-hub-to-revert-back-to-original-four-names/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cultural-hub-to-revert-back-to-original-four-names/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funding pot of £450k to stop serious violence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cash will be shared across three groups as part of the Serious Violence Duty grants.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/funding-pot-of-450k-to-stop-serious-violence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/funding-pot-of-450k-to-stop-serious-violence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pride organiser devastated replacement sign burnt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sapphire Matthewman says the first banner went missing and the second one was burnt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pride-organiser-devastated-replacement-sign-burnt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pride-organiser-devastated-replacement-sign-burnt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two arrested after unlicensed music event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police says an investigation is ongoing into the event at the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-arrested-after-unlicensed-music-event/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-arrested-after-unlicensed-music-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm using my mum's death to help others']]></title><description><![CDATA[Emilie Bunkall has created a display to honour the 26 people killed on a county's roads in 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/im-using-my-mums-death-to-help-others/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/im-using-my-mums-death-to-help-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our presence on the track makes a difference']]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Cosby and Asha Silva race for the world's only competitive team of all-disabled racing drivers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/our-presence-on-the-track-makes-a-difference/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/our-presence-on-the-track-makes-a-difference/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woo, 8, 'proud' to have hosted two food festivals]]></title><description><![CDATA[The young social media star says she hopes that Woo Fest in Northamptonshire will return next year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woo-8-proud-to-have-hosted-two-food-festivals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woo-8-proud-to-have-hosted-two-food-festivals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants beat Durham for fifth straight T20 Blast win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants defend 145-9 to beat Durham and claim their fifth straight win of this season's T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beat-durham-for-fifth-straight-t20-blast-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-beat-durham-for-fifth-straight-t20-blast-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quins beat Saints but miss out on Champions Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harlequins miss out on next season's Champions Cup despite a dramatic final-round win over leaders Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/quins-beat-saints-but-miss-out-on-champions-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/quins-beat-saints-but-miss-out-on-champions-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen charged after three hurt in stabbing incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[One man, 18, remains in hospital with serious injuries, a police force says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teen-charged-after-three-hurt-in-stabbing-incident/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teen-charged-after-three-hurt-in-stabbing-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman taken to hospital after multi-vehicle crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The road was closed for about eight hours but reopened on Friday night, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-taken-to-hospital-after-multi-vehicle-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-taken-to-hospital-after-multi-vehicle-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[J2O maker Britvic is sued by glamping cabin owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amanda and David Robinson say Britvic infringed on their copyright by using a picture of their site.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/j2o-maker-britvic-is-sued-by-glamping-cabin-owners/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/j2o-maker-britvic-is-sued-by-glamping-cabin-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police boss admits his force is 'not good enough']]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Constable Ivan Balhatchet says he cannot argue with findings of a report.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-boss-admits-his-force-is-not-good-enough/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-boss-admits-his-force-is-not-good-enough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peregrine falcons hatched and now dispatched]]></title><description><![CDATA[The four siblings born in a church tower in Higham Ferrers have now successfully flown the nest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/peregrine-falcons-hatched-and-now-dispatched/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/peregrine-falcons-hatched-and-now-dispatched/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two injured as small plane crashes in field]]></title><description><![CDATA[A plane is seen struggling by eyewitnesses before it crashes just north of Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-injured-as-small-plane-crashes-in-field/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-injured-as-small-plane-crashes-in-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council outlines local SEND reform plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[A meeting hears the current system is under "significant and prolonged" pressure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-outlines-local-send-reform-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-outlines-local-send-reform-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem team news: final-round play-off spots up for grabs]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 17 rounds of action the Prem's regular season ends on Saturday with two key games in the play-off shake-up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-team-news-final-round-play-off-spots-up-for-grabs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-team-news-final-round-play-off-spots-up-for-grabs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road closures as huge HS2 beams are moved]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police says each load will take between two and three hours to transport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/road-closures-as-huge-hs2-beams-are-moved/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/road-closures-as-huge-hs2-beams-are-moved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scheme aimed at young arsonists hailed a success]]></title><description><![CDATA[The programme is aimed at young people with an "unhealthy fascination" with fire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scheme-aimed-at-young-arsonists-hailed-a-success/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scheme-aimed-at-young-arsonists-hailed-a-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Extensive' oil spill causes delays on M1 northbound]]></title><description><![CDATA[The stretch between junction 14 for Milton Keynes and 15 for Northampton may have to be resurfaced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/extensive-oil-spill-causes-delays-on-m1-northbound/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/extensive-oil-spill-causes-delays-on-m1-northbound/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second attempt at recruiting council boss starts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council spent more than &pound;30,000 advertising the first post, the LDRS says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-attempt-at-recruiting-council-boss-starts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/second-attempt-at-recruiting-council-boss-starts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police seize £75,000 of illegal tobacco products]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 100,000 illegal cigarettes, almost 42kg of tobacco, and 273 single-use vapes are seized.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-seize-75000-of-illegal-tobacco-products/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-seize-75000-of-illegal-tobacco-products/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brackley sign midfielder Cooper on free transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brackley Town have signed midfielder Charlie Cooper on a free transfer following his release by Yeovil Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/brackley-sign-midfielder-cooper-on-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/brackley-sign-midfielder-cooper-on-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP quizzes water boss over supply loss in heatwave]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stuart Andrew met with Anglian Water chief executive to seek an explanation for regular water outages.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-quizzes-water-boss-over-supply-loss-in-heatwave/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-quizzes-water-boss-over-supply-loss-in-heatwave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goalkeeper Burge released by Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goalkeeper Lee Burge leaves Northampton Town as a free agent after spending four years at the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/goalkeeper-burge-released-by-northampton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/goalkeeper-burge-released-by-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We always knew Emilio Gay was a talented player']]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Bedford School pupil and Northants player makes his test debut as an opener for England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/we-always-knew-emilio-gay-was-a-talented-player/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/we-always-knew-emilio-gay-was-a-talented-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton sign Saunders on two-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town sign striker Harvey Saunders on a two-year deal after leaving Tranmere Rovers at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-saunders-on-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-sign-saunders-on-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Prem final is a coin toss' - Saints boss Dowson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints director of rugby Phil Dowson praises his side for clinching top spot in the regular season Prem standings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-final-is-a-coin-toss-saints-boss-dowson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-final-is-a-coin-toss-saints-boss-dowson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half-term surge in fires started deliberately]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northants Fire and Rescue Service asks parents to talk to their children about the risks of arson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/half-term-surge-in-fires-started-deliberately/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/half-term-surge-in-fires-started-deliberately/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Findings reveal 'overwhelming' call for phone ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 1,200 parents, carers and children responded to the 10-week council consultation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/findings-reveal-overwhelming-call-for-phone-ban/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/findings-reveal-overwhelming-call-for-phone-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surprise party marks RAF veteran's 105th birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The veteran eats "more cake" and does "more partying" than ever before.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/surprise-party-marks-raf-veterans-105th-birthday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/surprise-party-marks-raf-veterans-105th-birthday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community encouraged to use new knife amnesty bin]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police force says the bins offer a "secure alternative" to disposing of knives in general waste.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-encouraged-to-use-new-knife-amnesty-bin/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-encouraged-to-use-new-knife-amnesty-bin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steelbacks edge out Glamorgan in T20 Blast opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the details of the first round of T20 Blast matches, as Somerset start their title defence by repeating their 2025 final win over Hampshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/steelbacks-edge-out-glamorgan-in-t20-blast-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/steelbacks-edge-out-glamorgan-in-t20-blast-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-road closed after car and motorcycle crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the road has reopened, several hours after the crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/a-road-closed-after-car-and-motorcycle-crash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/a-road-closed-after-car-and-motorcycle-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amber heat alert issued for East of England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vulnerable people are said to be at greatest risk from soaring temperatures across the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/amber-heat-alert-issued-for-east-of-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/amber-heat-alert-issued-for-east-of-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search ends after reports man went into river]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire Police has renewed an appeal for information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/search-ends-after-reports-man-went-into-river/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/search-ends-after-reports-man-went-into-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family calls for justice ahead of police meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harshita Brella's family do not believe Northamptonshire Police did enough to keep her safe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-calls-for-justice-ahead-of-police-meeting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-calls-for-justice-ahead-of-police-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care provider's services to transfer amid inquiry]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Blake House, which runs four homes, is being investigated for possible financial mismanagement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/care-providers-services-to-transfer-amid-inquiry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 06:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/care-providers-services-to-transfer-amid-inquiry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vape shop plan to convert room into a flat approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans to convert space behind a vape shop raise 17 objections from the public and councillors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/vape-shop-plan-to-convert-room-into-a-flat-approved/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 06:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/vape-shop-plan-to-convert-room-into-a-flat-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP raises death of Tata Steel worker in Parliament]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Corby MP is calling on the government to do all it can to keep people safe at work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-raises-death-of-tata-steel-worker-in-parliament/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-raises-death-of-tata-steel-worker-in-parliament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANPR cameras go up at popular Northampton walking spot as parking charges set to begin soon, council confirms - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANPR cameras go up at popular Northampton walking spot as parking charges set to begin soon, council confirms&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/anpr-cameras-go-up-at-popular-northampton-walking-spot-as-parking-charges-set-to-begin-soon-council-confirms-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/anpr-cameras-go-up-at-popular-northampton-walking-spot-as-parking-charges-set-to-begin-soon-council-confirms-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northants skipper Procter signs new deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire's red-ball captain Luke Procter agrees a new deal to keep him at the club until at least the end of the 2028 season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-skipper-procter-signs-new-deal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northants-skipper-procter-signs-new-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton volunteer group helping homeless people for seven years shuts down ‘with a very heavy heart’ over safety concerns - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton volunteer group helping homeless people for seven years shuts down &lsquo;with a very heavy heart&rsquo; over safety concerns&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-volunteer-group-helping-homeless-people-for-seven-years-shuts-down-with-a-very-heavy-heart-over-safety-concerns-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-volunteer-group-helping-homeless-people-for-seven-years-shuts-down-with-a-very-heavy-heart-over-safety-concerns-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton software firm launches new platform to help manufacturers cut costs and improve efficiency - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton software firm launches new platform to help manufacturers cut costs and improve efficiency&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-software-firm-launches-new-platform-to-help-manufacturers-cut-costs-and-improve-efficiency-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-software-firm-launches-new-platform-to-help-manufacturers-cut-costs-and-improve-efficiency-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“I worry about my mum living alone” — Northampton care company reveals the reality many families face - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;I worry about my mum living alone&rdquo; &mdash; Northampton care company reveals the reality many families face&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-worry-about-my-mum-living-alone-northampton-care-company-reveals-the-reality-many-families-face-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-worry-about-my-mum-living-alone-northampton-care-company-reveals-the-reality-many-families-face-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archbishop of Canterbury meets Northampton volunteers, care home residents and NHS staff on county visit - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Archbishop of Canterbury meets Northampton volunteers, care home residents and NHS staff on county visit&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/archbishop-of-canterbury-meets-northampton-volunteers-care-home-residents-and-nhs-staff-on-county-visit-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/archbishop-of-canterbury-meets-northampton-volunteers-care-home-residents-and-nhs-staff-on-county-visit-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans to convert back of 'mega vape' shop in Northampton village high street into one-bed flat approved despite objections - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans to convert back of 'mega vape' shop in Northampton village high street into one-bed flat approved despite objections&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-to-convert-back-of-mega-vape-shop-in-northampton-village-high-street-into-one-bed-flat-approved-despite-objections-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-to-convert-back-of-mega-vape-shop-in-northampton-village-high-street-into-one-bed-flat-approved-despite-objections-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business owner confident new golf simulator set to open in Northampton soon will be ‘roaring success’ - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business owner confident new golf simulator set to open in Northampton soon will be &lsquo;roaring success&rsquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/business-owner-confident-new-golf-simulator-set-to-open-in-northampton-soon-will-be-roaring-success-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/business-owner-confident-new-golf-simulator-set-to-open-in-northampton-soon-will-be-roaring-success-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton fighter Carl Fail 'taking the positives' from his 'hardest week' in boxing - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton fighter Carl Fail 'taking the positives' from his 'hardest week' in boxing&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-fighter-carl-fail-taking-the-positives-from-his-hardest-week-in-boxing-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-fighter-carl-fail-taking-the-positives-from-his-hardest-week-in-boxing-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JEPPESEN JOINS NORTHAMPTON - Speedway Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[JEPPESEN JOINS NORTHAMPTON&nbsp;&nbsp;Speedway Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/jeppesen-joins-northampton-speedway-star/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/jeppesen-joins-northampton-speedway-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passionate Northampton business owner proudly celebrates a decade and says team is her proudest achievement - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Passionate Northampton business owner proudly celebrates a decade and says team is her proudest achievement&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/passionate-northampton-business-owner-proudly-celebrates-a-decade-and-says-team-is-her-proudest-achievement-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/passionate-northampton-business-owner-proudly-celebrates-a-decade-and-says-team-is-her-proudest-achievement-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[P&amp;B Merlin Rocket Women's Championship 2026 at Northampton Sailing Club - Yachts and Yachting Online]]></title><description><![CDATA[P&amp;B Merlin Rocket Women's Championship 2026 at Northampton Sailing Club&nbsp;&nbsp;Yachts and Yachting Online]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pampb-merlin-rocket-womens-championship-2026-at-northampton-sailing-club-yachts-and-yachting-online/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pampb-merlin-rocket-womens-championship-2026-at-northampton-sailing-club-yachts-and-yachting-online/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manhunt ongoing as alleged rape suspect is bailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man arrested on suspicion of rape is released on bail as the police search for another man goes on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/manhunt-ongoing-as-alleged-rape-suspect-is-bailed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/manhunt-ongoing-as-alleged-rape-suspect-is-bailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inquest into the death of Wellingborough man Darren King opened in Northampton - Northamptonshire Telegraph]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inquest into the death of Wellingborough man Darren King opened in Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;Northamptonshire Telegraph]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/inquest-into-the-death-of-wellingborough-man-darren-king-opened-in-northampton-northamptonshire-telegraph/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/inquest-into-the-death-of-wellingborough-man-darren-king-opened-in-northampton-northamptonshire-telegraph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workington Comets number one signs for Northampton Foxes - Cumbria Crack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Workington Comets number one signs for Northampton Foxes&nbsp;&nbsp;Cumbria Crack]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/workington-comets-number-one-signs-for-northampton-foxes-cumbria-crack/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/workington-comets-number-one-signs-for-northampton-foxes-cumbria-crack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton is much more than a WA football factory - Government House Western Australia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton is much more than a WA football factory&nbsp;&nbsp;Government House Western Australia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-is-much-more-than-a-wa-football-factory-government-house-western-australia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-is-much-more-than-a-wa-football-factory-government-house-western-australia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air ambulance lands at Northampton park to assist with medical emergency - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Air ambulance lands at Northampton park to assist with medical emergency&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/air-ambulance-lands-at-northampton-park-to-assist-with-medical-emergency-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/air-ambulance-lands-at-northampton-park-to-assist-with-medical-emergency-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ESFA National Cup Finals beckon for Northampton School U14s - allthingsbusiness.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[ESFA National Cup Finals beckon for Northampton School U14s&nbsp;&nbsp;allthingsbusiness.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/esfa-national-cup-finals-beckon-for-northampton-school-u14s-allthingsbusinesscouk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/esfa-national-cup-finals-beckon-for-northampton-school-u14s-allthingsbusinesscouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Larkin leads the way at Sandringham - Lynn News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Larkin leads the way at Sandringham&nbsp;&nbsp;Lynn News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/larkin-leads-the-way-at-sandringham-lynn-news/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/larkin-leads-the-way-at-sandringham-lynn-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Government implements Harry Dunn report guidance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Foreign Office says three of the 12 recommendations have been acted on with others in progress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/government-implements-harry-dunn-report-guidance/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/government-implements-harry-dunn-report-guidance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum wins £7,100 payout over care assessment delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[She also receives a written apology from West Northamptonshire Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-wins-7100-payout-over-care-assessment-delays/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mum-wins-7100-payout-over-care-assessment-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rat infestation forces family from their home - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rat infestation forces family from their home&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rat-infestation-forces-family-from-their-home-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rat-infestation-forces-family-from-their-home-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rat infestation forces family from their home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlotte Lee says rats in her Northampton property have been an issue since 2021.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rat-infestation-forces-family-from-their-home/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/rat-infestation-forces-family-from-their-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why batteries in our bins are a burning issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[One contractor says rising costs associated with the fires could be passed on to taxpayers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-batteries-in-our-bins-are-a-burning-issue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-batteries-in-our-bins-are-a-burning-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's pain after retracing scene of Indian woman's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The prime suspect, Harshita Brella's husband, remains on the run after her alleged murder in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/familys-pain-after-retracing-scene-of-indian-womans-death/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/familys-pain-after-retracing-scene-of-indian-womans-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crematorium plan thrown out due to local impact]]></title><description><![CDATA[The proposal has breached planning rules regarding green spaces and their proximity to a town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/crematorium-plan-thrown-out-due-to-local-impact/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/crematorium-plan-thrown-out-due-to-local-impact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Foxes swoop to sign Jeppesen to replace injured Zagar - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Foxes swoop to sign Jeppesen to replace injured Zagar&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-foxes-swoop-to-sign-jeppesen-to-replace-injured-zagar-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-foxes-swoop-to-sign-jeppesen-to-replace-injured-zagar-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council responds after resident criticises problematic hotel in Northampton saying 'this is not the place to put people' - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council responds after resident criticises problematic hotel in Northampton saying 'this is not the place to put people'&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-responds-after-resident-criticises-problematic-hotel-in-northampton-saying-this-is-not-the-place-to-put-people-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-responds-after-resident-criticises-problematic-hotel-in-northampton-saying-this-is-not-the-place-to-put-people-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WNC rejects controversial padel plans which have left an affluent Northampton neighbourhood divided - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[WNC rejects controversial padel plans which have left an affluent Northampton neighbourhood divided&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wnc-rejects-controversial-padel-plans-which-have-left-an-affluent-northampton-neighbourhood-divided-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wnc-rejects-controversial-padel-plans-which-have-left-an-affluent-northampton-neighbourhood-divided-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton shop could lose its alcohol licence after police find illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes hidden beneath the counter - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton shop could lose its alcohol licence after police find illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes hidden beneath the counter&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-shop-could-lose-its-alcohol-licence-after-police-find-illegal-cigarettes-tobacco-and-vapes-hidden-beneath-the-counter-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-shop-could-lose-its-alcohol-licence-after-police-find-illegal-cigarettes-tobacco-and-vapes-hidden-beneath-the-counter-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hogg reveals the key factor in his decision to join Cobblers having rejected previous opportunities - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hogg reveals the key factor in his decision to join Cobblers having rejected previous opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hogg-reveals-the-key-factor-in-his-decision-to-join-cobblers-having-rejected-previous-opportunities-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hogg-reveals-the-key-factor-in-his-decision-to-join-cobblers-having-rejected-previous-opportunities-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[14 new rooftop flats above Poundstretcher in busy Northampton town centre street approved - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[14 new rooftop flats above Poundstretcher in busy Northampton town centre street approved&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/14-new-rooftop-flats-above-poundstretcher-in-busy-northampton-town-centre-street-approved-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/14-new-rooftop-flats-above-poundstretcher-in-busy-northampton-town-centre-street-approved-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Husband and wife owned MOT tester training centre in Northampton celebrates 11 years in business and five years of growth under partnership - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Husband and wife owned MOT tester training centre in Northampton celebrates 11 years in business and five years of growth under partnership&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/husband-and-wife-owned-mot-tester-training-centre-in-northampton-celebrates-11-years-in-business-and-five-years-of-growth-under-partnership-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/husband-and-wife-owned-mot-tester-training-centre-in-northampton-celebrates-11-years-in-business-and-five-years-of-growth-under-partnership-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Northampton filmmakers to attend star-studded ceremony for their topical internet safety-themed film - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Young Northampton filmmakers to attend star-studded ceremony for their topical internet safety-themed film&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/young-northampton-filmmakers-to-attend-star-studded-ceremony-for-their-topical-internet-safety-themed-film-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/young-northampton-filmmakers-to-attend-star-studded-ceremony-for-their-topical-internet-safety-themed-film-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leading active conversations about dementia: University of Northampton gets behind new community forum - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading active conversations about dementia: University of Northampton gets behind new community forum&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leading-active-conversations-about-dementia-university-of-northampton-gets-behind-new-community-forum-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leading-active-conversations-about-dementia-university-of-northampton-gets-behind-new-community-forum-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very limited' train services from Northampton to London and Birmingham this weekend due to strike action - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA['Very limited' train services from Northampton to London and Birmingham this weekend due to strike action&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/very-limited-train-services-from-northampton-to-london-and-birmingham-this-weekend-due-to-strike-action-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/very-limited-train-services-from-northampton-to-london-and-birmingham-this-weekend-due-to-strike-action-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with harassing MP appears in court]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 38-year-old is accused of harassing a female Labour MP, having been arrested earlier this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-charged-with-harassing-mp-appears-in-court/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-charged-with-harassing-mp-appears-in-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In pictures: Residents enjoy Northampton village festival complete with parade and live performances - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[In pictures: Residents enjoy Northampton village festival complete with parade and live performances&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-residents-enjoy-northampton-village-festival-complete-with-parade-and-live-performances-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-residents-enjoy-northampton-village-festival-complete-with-parade-and-live-performances-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlucky Jordan edged out in Northampton as Royal Leamington Spa trio take to the ring - WarwickshireWorld]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unlucky Jordan edged out in Northampton as Royal Leamington Spa trio take to the ring&nbsp;&nbsp;WarwickshireWorld]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/unlucky-jordan-edged-out-in-northampton-as-royal-leamington-spa-trio-take-to-the-ring-warwickshireworld/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/unlucky-jordan-edged-out-in-northampton-as-royal-leamington-spa-trio-take-to-the-ring-warwickshireworld/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IN PICTURES: ‘Much-loved’ 105-year-old from Northampton celebrates momentous birthday - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[IN PICTURES: &lsquo;Much-loved&rsquo; 105-year-old from Northampton celebrates momentous birthday&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-much-loved-105-year-old-from-northampton-celebrates-momentous-birthday-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-much-loved-105-year-old-from-northampton-celebrates-momentous-birthday-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hogg gives his verdict on the current Northampton Town squad and what needs to change - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Hogg gives his verdict on the current Northampton Town squad and what needs to change&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/chris-hogg-gives-his-verdict-on-the-current-northampton-town-squad-and-what-needs-to-change-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/chris-hogg-gives-his-verdict-on-the-current-northampton-town-squad-and-what-needs-to-change-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police issue update on 'terrible accident' on busy roundabout in Northampton - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police issue update on 'terrible accident' on busy roundabout in Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-issue-update-on-terrible-accident-on-busy-roundabout-in-northampton-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-issue-update-on-terrible-accident-on-busy-roundabout-in-northampton-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCH: Footage shows illegal e-scooters and e-bikes ridden across Northampton as police seize 140 vehicles during two-week operation - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[WATCH: Footage shows illegal e-scooters and e-bikes ridden across Northampton as police seize 140 vehicles during two-week operation&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-footage-shows-illegal-e-scooters-and-e-bikes-ridden-across-northampton-as-police-seize-140-vehicles-during-two-week-operation-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/watch-footage-shows-illegal-e-scooters-and-e-bikes-ridden-across-northampton-as-police-seize-140-vehicles-during-two-week-operation-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Councillor Mike Hallam becomes 786th Mayor of Northampton - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillor Mike Hallam becomes 786th Mayor of Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/councillor-mike-hallam-becomes-786th-mayor-of-northampton-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/councillor-mike-hallam-becomes-786th-mayor-of-northampton-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Oxford United assistant appointed as Northampton Town boss - Oxford Mail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Oxford United assistant appointed as Northampton Town boss&nbsp;&nbsp;Oxford Mail]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-oxford-united-assistant-appointed-as-northampton-town-boss-oxford-mail/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-oxford-united-assistant-appointed-as-northampton-town-boss-oxford-mail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[140 e-scooters and e-bikes taken off Northampton’s streets by police officers - Northamptonshire Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[140 e-scooters and e-bikes taken off Northampton&rsquo;s streets by police officers&nbsp;&nbsp;Northamptonshire Police]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/140-e-scooters-and-e-bikes-taken-off-northamptons-streets-by-police-officers-northamptonshire-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 10:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/140-e-scooters-and-e-bikes-taken-off-northamptons-streets-by-police-officers-northamptonshire-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Video call helped save my husband's life']]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Hughes is recovering after his rare stroke was diagnosed via a new video call triage system.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/video-call-helped-save-my-husbands-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/video-call-helped-save-my-husbands-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Further road closures planned for viaduct repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA["Unforeseen circumstance" means further works are needed to repair a viaduct that carries the A6.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/further-road-closures-planned-for-viaduct-repairs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/further-road-closures-planned-for-viaduct-repairs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton family call for e-scooter ban after boy, five, hurt - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton family call for e-scooter ban after boy, five, hurt&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-family-call-for-e-scooter-ban-after-boy-five-hurt-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-family-call-for-e-scooter-ban-after-boy-five-hurt-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family call for e-scooter ban after boy, five, hurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they are continuing to investigate the incident that left Henry in hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-call-for-e-scooter-ban-after-boy-five-hurt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-call-for-e-scooter-ban-after-boy-five-hurt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's when a busy Northampton road will reopen following stolen car shop smash at Christmas - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's when a busy Northampton road will reopen following stolen car shop smash at Christmas&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/heres-when-a-busy-northampton-road-will-reopen-following-stolen-car-shop-smash-at-christmas-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/heres-when-a-busy-northampton-road-will-reopen-following-stolen-car-shop-smash-at-christmas-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton job 'the right time' for new boss Hogg]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Northampton manager Chris Hogg tells BBC Radio Northampton he wants to build a team which reflects the values of the town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-job-the-right-time-for-new-boss-hogg/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-job-the-right-time-for-new-boss-hogg/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hogg: New Northampton boss keen to build on community connection - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Hogg: New Northampton boss keen to build on community connection&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/chris-hogg-new-northampton-boss-keen-to-build-on-community-connection-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/chris-hogg-new-northampton-boss-keen-to-build-on-community-connection-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Happy `Hood is back in Northampton for a weekend of community action - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Happy `Hood is back in Northampton for a weekend of community action&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-happy-hood-is-back-in-northampton-for-a-weekend-of-community-action-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-happy-hood-is-back-in-northampton-for-a-weekend-of-community-action-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘I was very surprised’: Northampton osteopath celebrates prestigious Central England award win - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[&lsquo;I was very surprised&rsquo;: Northampton osteopath celebrates prestigious Central England award win&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-was-very-surprised-northampton-osteopath-celebrates-prestigious-central-england-award-win-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/i-was-very-surprised-northampton-osteopath-celebrates-prestigious-central-england-award-win-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SCRAPPED: Plans to build large crematorium on green space next to Northampton secondary school thrown out - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[SCRAPPED: Plans to build large crematorium on green space next to Northampton secondary school thrown out&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scrapped-plans-to-build-large-crematorium-on-green-space-next-to-northampton-secondary-school-thrown-out-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scrapped-plans-to-build-large-crematorium-on-green-space-next-to-northampton-secondary-school-thrown-out-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Norwich assistant Hogg gets first shot at management - The Pink Un]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Norwich assistant Hogg gets first shot at management&nbsp;&nbsp;The Pink Un]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-norwich-assistant-hogg-gets-first-shot-at-management-the-pink-un/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-norwich-assistant-hogg-gets-first-shot-at-management-the-pink-un/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kimber leads Northants to victory at Gloucestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Louis Kimber's rapid half-century helps Northamptonshire to a two-wicket win at Division Two's bottom side Gloucestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kimber-leads-northants-to-victory-at-gloucestershire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kimber-leads-northants-to-victory-at-gloucestershire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Dons assistant Hogg takes up the reins at Northampton Town - Milton Keynes Citizen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Dons assistant Hogg takes up the reins at Northampton Town&nbsp;&nbsp;Milton Keynes Citizen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-dons-assistant-hogg-takes-up-the-reins-at-northampton-town-milton-keynes-citizen/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-dons-assistant-hogg-takes-up-the-reins-at-northampton-town-milton-keynes-citizen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who&rsquo;s hot and who&rsquo;s not: 'Ridiculous' Northampton, Irish lock's rare '10/10 rating', Georgia 'take the p*** to new levels' and SARU 'tantrum' - Planet Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who&rsquo;s hot and who&rsquo;s not: 'Ridiculous' Northampton, Irish lock's rare '10/10 rating', Georgia 'take the p*** to new levels' and SARU 'tantrum'&nbsp;&nbsp;Planet Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/whorsquos-hot-and-whorsquos-not-ridiculous-northampton-irish-locks-rare-1010-rating-georgia-take-the-p-to-new-levels-and-saru-tantrum-planet-rugby/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/whorsquos-hot-and-whorsquos-not-ridiculous-northampton-irish-locks-rare-1010-rating-georgia-take-the-p-to-new-levels-and-saru-tantrum-planet-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Town youngster and coach lands his first managerial role at League Two side - East Anglian Daily Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Town youngster and coach lands his first managerial role at League Two side&nbsp;&nbsp;East Anglian Daily Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-town-youngster-and-coach-lands-his-first-managerial-role-at-league-two-side-east-anglian-daily-times/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-town-youngster-and-coach-lands-his-first-managerial-role-at-league-two-side-east-anglian-daily-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[League Two newcomers appoint former Newcastle and Ipswich coach as new boss - Colchester Gazette]]></title><description><![CDATA[League Two newcomers appoint former Newcastle and Ipswich coach as new boss&nbsp;&nbsp;Colchester Gazette]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/league-two-newcomers-appoint-former-newcastle-and-ipswich-coach-as-new-boss-colchester-gazette/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/league-two-newcomers-appoint-former-newcastle-and-ipswich-coach-as-new-boss-colchester-gazette/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Blues Coach and Defender Hogg New Northampton Boss - TWTD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Blues Coach and Defender Hogg New Northampton Boss&nbsp;&nbsp;TWTD]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-blues-coach-and-defender-hogg-new-northampton-boss-twtd/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/ex-blues-coach-and-defender-hogg-new-northampton-boss-twtd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine-player Saints contingent named in England training squad - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nine-player Saints contingent named in England training squad&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nine-player-saints-contingent-named-in-england-training-squad-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/nine-player-saints-contingent-named-in-england-training-squad-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking: Northampton Town appoint former Bristol City, Oxford United and Norwich assistant - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Breaking: Northampton Town appoint former Bristol City, Oxford United and Norwich assistant&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/breaking-northampton-town-appoint-former-bristol-city-oxford-united-and-norwich-assistant-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/breaking-northampton-town-appoint-former-bristol-city-oxford-united-and-norwich-assistant-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Town appoint Hogg as manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Town appoint former Norwich City assistant head coach Chris Hogg as their manager on a two-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-town-appoint-hogg-as-manager/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-town-appoint-hogg-as-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Hogg: Northampton Town appoint new manager on two-year deal - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Hogg: Northampton Town appoint new manager on two-year deal&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/chris-hogg-northampton-town-appoint-new-manager-on-two-year-deal-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/chris-hogg-northampton-town-appoint-new-manager-on-two-year-deal-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lights out, game on: New Northampton padel venue launches glow-in-the-dark sessions - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lights out, game on: New Northampton padel venue launches glow-in-the-dark sessions&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lights-out-game-on-new-northampton-padel-venue-launches-glow-in-the-dark-sessions-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/lights-out-game-on-new-northampton-padel-venue-launches-glow-in-the-dark-sessions-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IN PICTURES: Hundreds enjoy annual Eid Festival in Northampton park - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[IN PICTURES: Hundreds enjoy annual Eid Festival in Northampton park&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-hundreds-enjoy-annual-eid-festival-in-northampton-park-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/in-pictures-hundreds-enjoy-annual-eid-festival-in-northampton-park-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 40 jobs lost as "operational and financial challenges" take down Northampton haulier - Motor Transport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 40 jobs lost as "operational and financial challenges" take down Northampton haulier&nbsp;&nbsp;Motor Transport]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/over-40-jobs-lost-as-operational-and-financial-challenges-take-down-northampton-haulier-motor-transport/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/over-40-jobs-lost-as-operational-and-financial-challenges-take-down-northampton-haulier-motor-transport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem' - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA['Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem'&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/embarrassing-bristol-defeat-not-a-great-look-for-the-prem-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/embarrassing-bristol-defeat-not-a-great-look-for-the-prem-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem']]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton's 94-33 demolition of Bristol was not what most neutral fans wanted, writes rugby union correspondent Chris Jones.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/embarrassing-bristol-defeat-not-a-great-look-for-the-prem/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/embarrassing-bristol-defeat-not-a-great-look-for-the-prem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Northampton pair released by Stevenage as Callum Morton joins new club - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Northampton pair released by Stevenage as Callum Morton joins new club&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-northampton-pair-released-by-stevenage-as-callum-morton-joins-new-club-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/former-northampton-pair-released-by-stevenage-as-callum-morton-joins-new-club-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First cycling safety session held at Northampton special school - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[First cycling safety session held at Northampton special school&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/first-cycling-safety-session-held-at-northampton-special-school-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 06:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/first-cycling-safety-session-held-at-northampton-special-school-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Highlights: Northampton Saints 94-33 Bristol Bears - Bristol Bears Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Highlights: Northampton Saints 94-33 Bristol Bears&nbsp;&nbsp;Bristol Bears Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/highlights-northampton-saints-94-33-bristol-bears-bristol-bears-rugby/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/highlights-northampton-saints-94-33-bristol-bears-bristol-bears-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints put out a statement, says Hendy in Bristol victory - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints put out a statement, says Hendy in Bristol victory&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-put-out-a-statement-says-hendy-in-bristol-victory-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-put-out-a-statement-says-hendy-in-bristol-victory-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Vicious circle of rising costs is fuelling crisis for traders' - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA['Vicious circle of rising costs is fuelling crisis for traders'&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/vicious-circle-of-rising-costs-is-fuelling-crisis-for-traders-bbc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/vicious-circle-of-rising-costs-is-fuelling-crisis-for-traders-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wilson beaten by O'Sullivan at Snooker 900 event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Kyren Wilson 6-3 to book a place in the Snooker 900 Global Championship final against Luca Brecel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wilson-beaten-by-osullivan-at-snooker-900-event/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wilson-beaten-by-osullivan-at-snooker-900-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints thrash Bristol Bears 94-33 - Talking Rugby Union]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints thrash Bristol Bears 94-33&nbsp;&nbsp;Talking Rugby Union]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-thrash-bristol-bears-94-33-talking-rugby-union/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-thrash-bristol-bears-94-33-talking-rugby-union/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol Bears player ratings from Northampton Saints thrashing - 'Poorest display' - Bristol Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears player ratings from Northampton Saints thrashing - 'Poorest display'&nbsp;&nbsp;Bristol Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bristol-bears-player-ratings-from-northampton-saints-thrashing-poorest-display-bristol-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bristol-bears-player-ratings-from-northampton-saints-thrashing-poorest-display-bristol-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints 94 Bristol Bears 33: Tom Vickers' review and player ratings - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints 94 Bristol Bears 33: Tom Vickers' review and player ratings&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-94-bristol-bears-33-tom-vickers-review-and-player-ratings-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 14:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-94-bristol-bears-33-tom-vickers-review-and-player-ratings-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every former Northampton Town player who will be a free agent this summer - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every former Northampton Town player who will be a free agent this summer&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/every-former-northampton-town-player-who-will-be-a-free-agent-this-summer-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/every-former-northampton-town-player-who-will-be-a-free-agent-this-summer-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multi-vehicle collision closes M1 northbound]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers are warned of delays following the crash north of Milton Keynes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/multi-vehicle-collision-closes-m1-northbound/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 09:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/multi-vehicle-collision-closes-m1-northbound/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton score 14 tries in record-breaking thrashing of Bristol - The Independent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton score 14 tries in record-breaking thrashing of Bristol&nbsp;&nbsp;The Independent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-score-14-tries-in-record-breaking-thrashing-of-bristol-the-independent/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-score-14-tries-in-record-breaking-thrashing-of-bristol-the-independent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building work starts on 'landmark' M&amp;S warehouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marks and Spencer says the site is part of a &pound;340m investment in its food supply chain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/building-work-starts-on-landmark-mamps-warehouse/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/building-work-starts-on-landmark-mamps-warehouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kettering 'not for sale' despite inquiries]]></title><description><![CDATA[A statement is issued following a report that a former player wants to buy the non-league club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kettering-not-for-sale-despite-inquiries/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/kettering-not-for-sale-despite-inquiries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football club 'not for sale' despite inquiries]]></title><description><![CDATA[A statement is issued following a report that a former player wants to buy the non-league club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/football-club-not-for-sale-despite-inquiries/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/football-club-not-for-sale-despite-inquiries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Hendy scores four tries as Northampton come close to scoring 100 points against Bristol on record-breaking night - Sky Sports]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Hendy scores four tries as Northampton come close to scoring 100 points against Bristol on record-breaking night&nbsp;&nbsp;Sky Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/george-hendy-scores-four-tries-as-northampton-come-close-to-scoring-100-points-against-bristol-on-record-breaking-night-sky-sports/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/george-hendy-scores-four-tries-as-northampton-come-close-to-scoring-100-points-against-bristol-on-record-breaking-night-sky-sports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff Kinney to headline 2nd annual R.I.S.E. Fest in Northampton - WWLP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jeff Kinney to headline 2nd annual R.I.S.E. Fest in Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;WWLP]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/jeff-kinney-to-headline-2nd-annual-rise-fest-in-northampton-wwlp/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 04:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/jeff-kinney-to-headline-2nd-annual-rise-fest-in-northampton-wwlp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints thrash Bristol Bears 94-33 - Fijivillage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints thrash Bristol Bears 94-33&nbsp;&nbsp;Fijivillage]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-thrash-bristol-bears-94-33-fijivillage/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 02:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-thrash-bristol-bears-94-33-fijivillage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints v Bristol Bears [Premiership] (15 May 2026, 6:45pm UK) - Live - Planet Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints v Bristol Bears [Premiership] (15 May 2026, 6:45pm UK) - 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Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton fighter Carl Fail in 'best shape' of his career as he prepares for Doncaster showdown&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-fighter-carl-fail-in-best-shape-of-his-career-as-he-prepares-for-doncaster-showdown-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-fighter-carl-fail-in-best-shape-of-his-career-as-he-prepares-for-doncaster-showdown-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live at the Apollo star Laura Smyth to perform in Northampton on 2026 tour - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live at the Apollo star Laura Smyth to perform in Northampton on 2026 tour&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/live-at-the-apollo-star-laura-smyth-to-perform-in-northampton-on-2026-tour-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/live-at-the-apollo-star-laura-smyth-to-perform-in-northampton-on-2026-tour-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drink-driver caught more than three times over the limit in Aldi car park among these 38 cases in court - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drink-driver caught more than three times over the limit in Aldi car park among these 38 cases in court&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drink-driver-caught-more-than-three-times-over-the-limit-in-aldi-car-park-among-these-38-cases-in-court-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/drink-driver-caught-more-than-three-times-over-the-limit-in-aldi-car-park-among-these-38-cases-in-court-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints vs Bristol Predictions &amp; Betting Tips - 15/5/26 - Betfred Insights]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints vs Bristol Predictions &amp; Betting Tips - 15/5/26&nbsp;&nbsp;Betfred Insights]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-vs-bristol-predictions-amp-betting-tips-15526-betfred-insights/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-vs-bristol-predictions-amp-betting-tips-15526-betfred-insights/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disabled snooker player was 'born ready' to win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dylan Smith, from Kettering, is aiming for glory at the World Disability Snooker tournament in Hull.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/disabled-snooker-player-was-born-ready-to-win/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/disabled-snooker-player-was-born-ready-to-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher to chair £20m community neighbourhood board]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nick Kingsnorth's energy and background makes him "ideal for the role", says the council leader.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teacher-to-chair-20m-community-neighbourhood-board/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teacher-to-chair-20m-community-neighbourhood-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council moves forward with SEND provision plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council needs to submit a plan to the government in order to secure funding to address a deficit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-moves-forward-with-send-provision-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-moves-forward-with-send-provision-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earl Spencer praises Northampton hospice on 50th anniversary - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earl Spencer praises Northampton hospice on 50th anniversary&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencer-praises-northampton-hospice-on-50th-anniversary-bbc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/earl-spencer-praises-northampton-hospice-on-50th-anniversary-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six changes for Saints ahead of Bristol Bears clash - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six changes for Saints ahead of Bristol Bears clash&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/six-changes-for-saints-ahead-of-bristol-bears-clash-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/six-changes-for-saints-ahead-of-bristol-bears-clash-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iyogun: Saints targeting a performance to be proud of against Bristol - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iyogun: Saints targeting a performance to be proud of against Bristol&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/iyogun-saints-targeting-a-performance-to-be-proud-of-against-bristol-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/iyogun-saints-targeting-a-performance-to-be-proud-of-against-bristol-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints vs Bristol Bears: Premiership rugby union predictions, team news, betting tips and odds - Racing Post]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints vs Bristol Bears: Premiership rugby union predictions, team news, betting tips and odds&nbsp;&nbsp;Racing Post]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-vs-bristol-bears-premiership-rugby-union-predictions-team-news-betting-tips-and-odds-racing-post/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-vs-bristol-bears-premiership-rugby-union-predictions-team-news-betting-tips-and-odds-racing-post/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CCTV camera at Northampton crime hotspot expected to be installed in 'next few months' as funding 'being identified' - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[CCTV camera at Northampton crime hotspot expected to be installed in 'next few months' as funding 'being identified'&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cctv-camera-at-northampton-crime-hotspot-expected-to-be-installed-in-next-few-months-as-funding-being-identified-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/cctv-camera-at-northampton-crime-hotspot-expected-to-be-installed-in-next-few-months-as-funding-being-identified-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pat’s press conference: Northampton Saints (a) - Bristol Bears Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pat&rsquo;s press conference: Northampton Saints (a)&nbsp;&nbsp;Bristol Bears Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pats-press-conference-northampton-saints-a-bristol-bears-rugby/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pats-press-conference-northampton-saints-a-bristol-bears-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scout group buys walkie-talkies after PCC grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The funds will also buy emergency shelters so children can explore safely, says the PCC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scout-group-buys-walkie-talkies-after-pcc-grant/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/scout-group-buys-walkie-talkies-after-pcc-grant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Entrepreneurs to pitch in Dragons Den style contest at Northampton business hub - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Entrepreneurs to pitch in Dragons Den style contest at Northampton business hub&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/entrepreneurs-to-pitch-in-dragons-den-style-contest-at-northampton-business-hub-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/entrepreneurs-to-pitch-in-dragons-den-style-contest-at-northampton-business-hub-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm ear for you': Hearing Dogs campaign comes to Northampton - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA['I'm ear for you': Hearing Dogs campaign comes to Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/im-ear-for-you-hearing-dogs-campaign-comes-to-northampton-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/im-ear-for-you-hearing-dogs-campaign-comes-to-northampton-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Prem team news: Northampton welcome England lock Alex Coles back from injury - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Prem team news: Northampton welcome England lock Alex Coles back from injury&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-prem-team-news-northampton-welcome-england-lock-alex-coles-back-from-injury-bbc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-prem-team-news-northampton-welcome-england-lock-alex-coles-back-from-injury-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton pupils triumph at regional ‘School Tasking’ final - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton pupils triumph at regional &lsquo;School Tasking&rsquo; final&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-pupils-triumph-at-regional-school-tasking-final-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-pupils-triumph-at-regional-school-tasking-final-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henry Pollock one of six changes as Northampton lick wounds after Tigers mauling - Rugbypass.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry Pollock one of six changes as Northampton lick wounds after Tigers mauling&nbsp;&nbsp;Rugbypass.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/henry-pollock-one-of-six-changes-as-northampton-lick-wounds-after-tigers-mauling-rugbypasscom/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/henry-pollock-one-of-six-changes-as-northampton-lick-wounds-after-tigers-mauling-rugbypasscom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton v Bristol Bears teams: Henry Pollock among six changes for Saints as Louis Rees-Zammit returns - Planet Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton v Bristol Bears teams: Henry Pollock among six changes for Saints as Louis Rees-Zammit returns&nbsp;&nbsp;Planet Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-v-bristol-bears-teams-henry-pollock-among-six-changes-for-saints-as-louis-rees-zammit-returns-planet-rugby/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-v-bristol-bears-teams-henry-pollock-among-six-changes-for-saints-as-louis-rees-zammit-returns-planet-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A45 delays following four-car crash between Northampton and Wellingborough - Northamptonshire Telegraph]]></title><description><![CDATA[A45 delays following four-car crash between Northampton and Wellingborough&nbsp;&nbsp;Northamptonshire Telegraph]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/a45-delays-following-four-car-crash-between-northampton-and-wellingborough-northamptonshire-telegraph/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/a45-delays-following-four-car-crash-between-northampton-and-wellingborough-northamptonshire-telegraph/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team news: Northampton Saints vs Bristol Bears - Bristol Bears Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Team news: Northampton Saints vs Bristol Bears&nbsp;&nbsp;Bristol Bears Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/team-news-northampton-saints-vs-bristol-bears-bristol-bears-rugby/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/team-news-northampton-saints-vs-bristol-bears-bristol-bears-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waterlogged track puts paid to Northampton Foxes' trip to Sheffield Tigers - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waterlogged track puts paid to Northampton Foxes' trip to Sheffield Tigers&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/waterlogged-track-puts-paid-to-northampton-foxes-trip-to-sheffield-tigers-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/waterlogged-track-puts-paid-to-northampton-foxes-trip-to-sheffield-tigers-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What football&rsquo;s new regulator means for Northampton Town's potential investors - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[What football&rsquo;s new regulator means for Northampton Town's potential investors&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-footballrsquos-new-regulator-means-for-northampton-towns-potential-investors-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 10:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/what-footballrsquos-new-regulator-means-for-northampton-towns-potential-investors-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community unites after centre's money box theft]]></title><description><![CDATA[The centre's founder says it is "amazing how people have clubbed together".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-unites-after-centres-money-box-theft/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/community-unites-after-centres-money-box-theft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP 'delighted' CCTV will be added to town bridge - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[MP 'delighted' CCTV will be added to town bridge&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-delighted-cctv-will-be-added-to-town-bridge-bbc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-delighted-cctv-will-be-added-to-town-bridge-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP 'delighted' CCTV will be added to town bridge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision comes after a number of serious incidents in the vicinity of the river crossing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-delighted-cctv-will-be-added-to-town-bridge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/mp-delighted-cctv-will-be-added-to-town-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guide to the Gardens: Saints vs Bristol Bears - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Guide to the Gardens: Saints vs Bristol Bears&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/guide-to-the-gardens-saints-vs-bristol-bears-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 03:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/guide-to-the-gardens-saints-vs-bristol-bears-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints announce historic Asia Pacific Lions fixture in Sri Lanka - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints announce historic Asia Pacific Lions fixture in Sri Lanka&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-announce-historic-asia-pacific-lions-fixture-in-sri-lanka-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-announce-historic-asia-pacific-lions-fixture-in-sri-lanka-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[POSTPONED: SHEFFIELD v NORTHAMPTON (ROWE MOTOR OIL PREM) - British Speedway]]></title><description><![CDATA[POSTPONED: SHEFFIELD v NORTHAMPTON (ROWE MOTOR OIL PREM)&nbsp;&nbsp;British Speedway]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/postponed-sheffield-v-northampton-rowe-motor-oil-prem-british-speedway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/postponed-sheffield-v-northampton-rowe-motor-oil-prem-british-speedway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[THURSDAY POSTPONEMENT: TIGERS v NORTHAMPTON - Sheffield Speedway]]></title><description><![CDATA[THURSDAY POSTPONEMENT: TIGERS v NORTHAMPTON&nbsp;&nbsp;Sheffield Speedway]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/thursday-postponement-tigers-v-northampton-sheffield-speedway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/thursday-postponement-tigers-v-northampton-sheffield-speedway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol Bears injury and availability latest ahead of Northampton Saints: Gabriel Ibitoye, Louis Rees-Zammit, Joe Batley - Bristol Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bristol Bears injury and availability latest ahead of Northampton Saints: Gabriel Ibitoye, Louis Rees-Zammit, Joe Batley&nbsp;&nbsp;Bristol Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bristol-bears-injury-and-availability-latest-ahead-of-northampton-saints-gabriel-ibitoye-louis-rees-zammit-joe-batley-bristol-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/bristol-bears-injury-and-availability-latest-ahead-of-northampton-saints-gabriel-ibitoye-louis-rees-zammit-joe-batley-bristol-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England vs New Zealand: Second ODI at Northampton is washed out without a ball bowled - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[England vs New Zealand: Second ODI at Northampton is washed out without a ball bowled&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-vs-new-zealand-second-odi-at-northampton-is-washed-out-without-a-ball-bowled-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/england-vs-new-zealand-second-odi-at-northampton-is-washed-out-without-a-ball-bowled-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care group inquiry prompts two more investigations]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Blake House, which runs four homes, is being investigated for possible financial mismanagement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/care-group-inquiry-prompts-two-more-investigations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/care-group-inquiry-prompts-two-more-investigations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans approved to demolish and rebuild row of shops at Northampton retail park after huge fire - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plans approved to demolish and rebuild row of shops at Northampton retail park after huge fire&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-approved-to-demolish-and-rebuild-row-of-shops-at-northampton-retail-park-after-huge-fire-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-approved-to-demolish-and-rebuild-row-of-shops-at-northampton-retail-park-after-huge-fire-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton optometrist champions ‘sight-saving’ effect of playing outdoors - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton optometrist champions &lsquo;sight-saving&rsquo; effect of playing outdoors&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-optometrist-champions-sight-saving-effect-of-playing-outdoors-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-optometrist-champions-sight-saving-effect-of-playing-outdoors-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trust seeks to expand robotic-assisted surgeries]]></title><description><![CDATA[An NHS trust says it has delivered 1,500 robotic-assisted operations and is seeking a third machine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/trust-seeks-to-expand-robotic-assisted-surgeries/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/trust-seeks-to-expand-robotic-assisted-surgeries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenage boy charged in relation to huge Dunelm fire in Northampton 'not fit to stand trial' as case dismissed at court - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenage boy charged in relation to huge Dunelm fire in Northampton 'not fit to stand trial' as case dismissed at court&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenage-boy-charged-in-relation-to-huge-dunelm-fire-in-northampton-not-fit-to-stand-trial-as-case-dismissed-at-court-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/teenage-boy-charged-in-relation-to-huge-dunelm-fire-in-northampton-not-fit-to-stand-trial-as-case-dismissed-at-court-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints set for historic Sri Lanka match - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints set for historic Sri Lanka match&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-set-for-historic-sri-lanka-match-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-set-for-historic-sri-lanka-match-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fin Smith named cinch Player of the Month for April - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fin Smith named cinch Player of the Month for April&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fin-smith-named-cinch-player-of-the-month-for-april-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fin-smith-named-cinch-player-of-the-month-for-april-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sky Blues to take on Northampton Town in pre-season friendly - Coventry City Football Club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sky Blues to take on Northampton Town in pre-season friendly&nbsp;&nbsp;Coventry City Football Club]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sky-blues-to-take-on-northampton-town-in-pre-season-friendly-coventry-city-football-club/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sky-blues-to-take-on-northampton-town-in-pre-season-friendly-coventry-city-football-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brand new self storage business now open in Northampton after industry sees ‘all time high’ in recent years - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brand new self storage business now open in Northampton after industry sees &lsquo;all time high&rsquo; in recent years&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/brand-new-self-storage-business-now-open-in-northampton-after-industry-sees-all-time-high-in-recent-years-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/brand-new-self-storage-business-now-open-in-northampton-after-industry-sees-all-time-high-in-recent-years-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton announce ground-breaking fixture vs Campese-led Lions - Rugbypass.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton announce ground-breaking fixture vs Campese-led Lions&nbsp;&nbsp;Rugbypass.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-announce-ground-breaking-fixture-vs-campese-led-lions-rugbypasscom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 11:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-announce-ground-breaking-fixture-vs-campese-led-lions-rugbypasscom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Northampton Saints will take on ‘new barbarians’ in Sri Lanka - The Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Northampton Saints will take on &lsquo;new barbarians&rsquo; in Sri Lanka&nbsp;&nbsp;The Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-northampton-saints-will-take-on-new-barbarians-in-sri-lanka-the-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/why-northampton-saints-will-take-on-new-barbarians-in-sri-lanka-the-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Funding pot of money for local projects is scrapped]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council decides to move &pound;68,000 of funds to a new youth scheme.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/funding-pot-of-money-for-local-projects-is-scrapped/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/funding-pot-of-money-for-local-projects-is-scrapped/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New family hub plans to improve access to support - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[New family hub plans to improve access to support&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-family-hub-plans-to-improve-access-to-support-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-family-hub-plans-to-improve-access-to-support-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New family hub plans to improve access to support]]></title><description><![CDATA[A council says the facility will "bring key services together under one roof".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-family-hub-plans-to-improve-access-to-support/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-family-hub-plans-to-improve-access-to-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform at the helm: A year in the life of two councils]]></title><description><![CDATA[How have two Northamptonshire local authorities performed with Nigel Farage's party in charge?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-at-the-helm-a-year-in-the-life-of-two-councils/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-at-the-helm-a-year-in-the-life-of-two-councils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police helicopter and on-the-ground officers in Northampton village searching for wanted man in relation to alleged burglary - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police helicopter and on-the-ground officers in Northampton village searching for wanted man in relation to alleged burglary&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-helicopter-and-on-the-ground-officers-in-northampton-village-searching-for-wanted-man-in-relation-to-alleged-burglary-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/police-helicopter-and-on-the-ground-officers-in-northampton-village-searching-for-wanted-man-in-relation-to-alleged-burglary-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New family hub planned for Northampton Central Library - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[New family hub planned for Northampton Central Library&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-family-hub-planned-for-northampton-central-library-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-family-hub-planned-for-northampton-central-library-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergency incident in Northampton village ongoing as police helicopter circles overhead and officers and dogs patrol on the ground - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emergency incident in Northampton village ongoing as police helicopter circles overhead and officers and dogs patrol on the ground&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/emergency-incident-in-northampton-village-ongoing-as-police-helicopter-circles-overhead-and-officers-and-dogs-patrol-on-the-ground-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/emergency-incident-in-northampton-village-ongoing-as-police-helicopter-circles-overhead-and-officers-and-dogs-patrol-on-the-ground-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton business leading the way in its industry proudly approaches seven years - Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton business leading the way in its industry proudly approaches seven years&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Chronicle and Echo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-business-leading-the-way-in-its-industry-proudly-approaches-seven-years-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-business-leading-the-way-in-its-industry-proudly-approaches-seven-years-northampton-chronicle-and-echo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call to reverse three-weekly black bin collections]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Reform decision to empty black waste bins every three weeks from 2027 is challenged by the Tories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/call-to-reverse-three-weekly-black-bin-collections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/call-to-reverse-three-weekly-black-bin-collections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints sign Italian winger Faissal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints sign Italian U20 winger Malik Faissal from URC side Zebre to bolster their squad for next season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-sign-italian-winger-faissal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-sign-italian-winger-faissal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malik Faissal: Northampton Saints sign promising Italian winger - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malik Faissal: Northampton Saints sign promising Italian winger&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/malik-faissal-northampton-saints-sign-promising-italian-winger-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/malik-faissal-northampton-saints-sign-promising-italian-winger-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malik Faissal signs for Northampton Saints - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malik Faissal signs for Northampton Saints&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/malik-faissal-signs-for-northampton-saints-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/malik-faissal-signs-for-northampton-saints-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Care village plan approved despite objections]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 78-bed facility could now be built after an earlier planning application lapsed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/care-village-plan-approved-despite-objections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/care-village-plan-approved-despite-objections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pyjama party raises cash towards skatepark hotel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of pounds is raised towards a project to build on-site accommodation for future champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pyjama-party-raises-cash-towards-skatepark-hotel/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pyjama-party-raises-cash-towards-skatepark-hotel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Money box theft 'a huge blow' to community centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The centre's founder says she is "seething" about the theft, which would have paid for building work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/money-box-theft-a-huge-blow-to-community-centre/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/money-box-theft-a-huge-blow-to-community-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derbyshire complete innings win over Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zak Chappell and Shoaib Bashir take seven wickets between them as Derbyshire beat Northants by an innings and 113 runs in the County Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/derbyshire-complete-innings-win-over-northants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/derbyshire-complete-innings-win-over-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of Harshita Brella to visit UK for talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[An international manhunt for Pankaj Lamba, thought to have fled the UK for India, is ongoing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-of-harshita-brella-to-visit-uk-for-talks/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/family-of-harshita-brella-to-visit-uk-for-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform addresses 'speculation' over bonfire event]]></title><description><![CDATA[The local council says it is right that funding of public events is "periodically reviewed".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-addresses-speculation-over-bonfire-event/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-addresses-speculation-over-bonfire-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Food Heroes become an Elite Partner of Northampton Saints - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food Heroes become an Elite Partner of Northampton Saints&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-food-heroes-become-an-elite-partner-of-northampton-saints-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-food-heroes-become-an-elite-partner-of-northampton-saints-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints determined to bounce back, says Dingwall - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints determined to bounce back, says Dingwall&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-determined-to-bounce-back-says-dingwall-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-determined-to-bounce-back-says-dingwall-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of Northampton says OfS ‘not serving sector’ after courses criticised - Times Higher Education]]></title><description><![CDATA[University of Northampton says OfS &lsquo;not serving sector&rsquo; after courses criticised&nbsp;&nbsp;Times Higher Education]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/university-of-northampton-says-ofs-not-serving-sector-after-courses-criticised-times-higher-education/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/university-of-northampton-says-ofs-not-serving-sector-after-courses-criticised-times-higher-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late change no excuse for Saints defeat - Dingwall - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Late change no excuse for Saints defeat - Dingwall&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/late-change-no-excuse-for-saints-defeat-dingwall-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/late-change-no-excuse-for-saints-defeat-dingwall-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late change no excuse for Saints defeat - Dingwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[England centre Fraser Dingwall says Northampton cannot use the pre-match loss of second row Tom Lockett as an excuse for defeat by Leicester Tigers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/late-change-no-excuse-for-saints-defeat-dingwall/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/late-change-no-excuse-for-saints-defeat-dingwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everybody should know Toxic Town story, says star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bafta-nominated Jodie Whittaker pays tribute to the "incredible mothers" portrayed in the TV drama.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/everybody-should-know-toxic-town-story-says-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/everybody-should-know-toxic-town-story-says-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theatre's front-of-house staff return to the stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The unexpected TikTok stars are asked to do a sequel to their first stage show.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatres-front-of-house-staff-return-to-the-stage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatres-front-of-house-staff-return-to-the-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for police station in former restaurant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Kettering police station could be in the building that used to be Jurassic Grill.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-police-station-in-former-restaurant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/plans-for-police-station-in-former-restaurant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton theatre's front-of-house staff to return to the stage - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton theatre's front-of-house staff to return to the stage&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-theatres-front-of-house-staff-to-return-to-the-stage-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-theatres-front-of-house-staff-to-return-to-the-stage-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 5, seriously injured in e-scooter collision in Northampton - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boy, 5, seriously injured in e-scooter collision in Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-5-seriously-injured-in-e-scooter-collision-in-northampton-bbc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-5-seriously-injured-in-e-scooter-collision-in-northampton-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 5, seriously injured in e-scooter collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say the rider is yet to be identified and have appealed for witnesses to come forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-5-seriously-injured-in-e-scooter-collision/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/boy-5-seriously-injured-in-e-scooter-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half a mile of shelves added to county's archives]]></title><description><![CDATA[The expansion gives the Northamptonshire archives room for another 8,000 boxes of documents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/half-a-mile-of-shelves-added-to-countys-archives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/half-a-mile-of-shelves-added-to-countys-archives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theatres 'excited' by eight Tony award nominations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) began as The Season in Ipswich and Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatres-excited-by-eight-tony-award-nominations/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 06:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/theatres-excited-by-eight-tony-award-nominations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester v Northampton: Five takeaways as Pollock&rsquo;s 'comical' cameo caps 'miserable day' for the visitors - Planet Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester v Northampton: Five takeaways as Pollock&rsquo;s 'comical' cameo caps 'miserable day' for the visitors&nbsp;&nbsp;Planet Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-v-northampton-five-takeaways-as-pollockrsquos-comical-cameo-caps-miserable-day-for-the-visitors-planet-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-v-northampton-five-takeaways-as-pollockrsquos-comical-cameo-caps-miserable-day-for-the-visitors-planet-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester hit Northampton for six as league leaders crumble in fiery derby - The Guardian]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester hit Northampton for six as league leaders crumble in fiery derby&nbsp;&nbsp;The Guardian]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-hit-northampton-for-six-as-league-leaders-crumble-in-fiery-derby-the-guardian/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-hit-northampton-for-six-as-league-leaders-crumble-in-fiery-derby-the-guardian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man seriously injured in car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they would like to speak to witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-seriously-injured-in-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/man-seriously-injured-in-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Match Report: Leicester Tigers 41-17 Northampton Saints - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match Report: Leicester Tigers 41-17 Northampton Saints&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/match-report-leicester-tigers-41-17-northampton-saints-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/match-report-leicester-tigers-41-17-northampton-saints-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derbyshire pile up runs to put pressure on Northants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brooke Guest and Martin Andersson score centuries as Derbyshire pile up 604-7 declared against Northants, who are 98-4 at the end of day two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/derbyshire-pile-up-runs-to-put-pressure-on-northants/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/derbyshire-pile-up-runs-to-put-pressure-on-northants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton player ratings: Sub's 'fake hard nonsense' called out - Planet Rugby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton player ratings: Sub's 'fake hard nonsense' called out&nbsp;&nbsp;Planet Rugby]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-player-ratings-subs-fake-hard-nonsense-called-out-planet-rugby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-player-ratings-subs-fake-hard-nonsense-called-out-planet-rugby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton Saints player ratings vs Leicester Tigers | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM - Rugbypass.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton Saints player ratings vs Leicester Tigers | 2025/26 Gallagher PREM&nbsp;&nbsp;Rugbypass.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-player-ratings-vs-leicester-tigers-202526-gallagher-prem-rugbypasscom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-saints-player-ratings-vs-leicester-tigers-202526-gallagher-prem-rugbypasscom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Prem: Six-try Leicester overpower leaders Northampton - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Prem: Six-try Leicester overpower leaders Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-prem-six-try-leicester-overpower-leaders-northampton-bbc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/the-prem-six-try-leicester-overpower-leaders-northampton-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester score six tries to beat leaders Northampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester post a record home league win over Prem leaders Northampton in a feisty East Midlands derby with hooker Jamie Blamire scoring two tries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-score-six-tries-to-beat-leaders-northampton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-score-six-tries-to-beat-leaders-northampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[George Martin dives over to give Leicester Tiger lead over rivals Northampton Saints - TNT Sports]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Martin dives over to give Leicester Tiger lead over rivals Northampton Saints&nbsp;&nbsp;TNT Sports]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/george-martin-dives-over-to-give-leicester-tiger-lead-over-rivals-northampton-saints-tnt-sports/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/george-martin-dives-over-to-give-leicester-tiger-lead-over-rivals-northampton-saints-tnt-sports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stadium to host tribute acts despite objections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The event, set for 27 June, will also see a live screening of an England World Cup match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/stadium-to-host-tribute-acts-despite-objections/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/stadium-to-host-tribute-acts-despite-objections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorcyclist killed in crash was 'loved by all']]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Daniel Hill, from Banbury, pay tribute to the 43-year-old who died in Chipping Warden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/motorcyclist-killed-in-crash-was-loved-by-all/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/motorcyclist-killed-in-crash-was-loved-by-all/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King approves appointment of Bishop of Brixworth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Alex Hughes, who is currently Archdeacon of Cambridge, will take up his new role in the autumn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/king-approves-appointment-of-bishop-of-brixworth/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/king-approves-appointment-of-bishop-of-brixworth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town centre fire started at demolition site]]></title><description><![CDATA[The blaze in Northampton broke out near the entrance of a shopping centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-fire-started-at-demolition-site/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-fire-started-at-demolition-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints name team for East Midlands Derby clash - Northampton Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints name team for East Midlands Derby clash&nbsp;&nbsp;Northampton Saints]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-name-team-for-east-midlands-derby-clash-northampton-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/saints-name-team-for-east-midlands-derby-clash-northampton-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Break came at right time for Northampton - Mitchell]]></title><description><![CDATA[England scrum-half Alex Mitchell believes a two-week break since Northampton's last game could prove to be ideal timing for the Prem leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/break-came-at-right-time-for-northampton-mitchell/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/break-came-at-right-time-for-northampton-mitchell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK win Hackleton and Roade by-election]]></title><description><![CDATA[The by-election follows the resignation of a councillor earlier this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-uk-win-hackleton-and-roade-by-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/reform-uk-win-hackleton-and-roade-by-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton near final stages of new manager search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Relegated Northampton Town hope to appoint a new manager within the next two weeks, chairman Kelvin Thomas says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-near-final-stages-of-new-manager-search/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-near-final-stages-of-new-manager-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints (Gallagher PREM) - Saturday, May 9, kick-off 3:05pm - Leicester Tigers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints (Gallagher PREM) - Saturday, May 9, kick-off 3:05pm&nbsp;&nbsp;Leicester Tigers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-tigers-v-northampton-saints-gallagher-prem-saturday-may-9-kick-off-305pm-leicester-tigers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/leicester-tigers-v-northampton-saints-gallagher-prem-saturday-may-9-kick-off-305pm-leicester-tigers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University explores endometriosis and cancer link]]></title><description><![CDATA[The condition affects one in 10 women in the UK and can cause debilitating pain and infertility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/university-explores-endometriosis-and-cancer-link/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/university-explores-endometriosis-and-cancer-link/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fly-tipping falls despite waste site booking fears]]></title><description><![CDATA[An FOI reveals less illegal wasted was dumped since a new booking system was introduced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fly-tipping-falls-despite-waste-site-booking-fears/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/fly-tipping-falls-despite-waste-site-booking-fears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Award-winning farmer hopes to inspire more women]]></title><description><![CDATA[As well as a blog and podcast, farmer Milly Fyfe leads initiatives to help people connect with food.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/award-winning-farmer-hopes-to-inspire-more-women/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/award-winning-farmer-hopes-to-inspire-more-women/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman denies stalking Earl Spencer at Althorp House]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prosecutors allege Marinela Atomei sent the earl letters and attempted to access his home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-denies-stalking-earl-spencer-at-althorp-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/woman-denies-stalking-earl-spencer-at-althorp-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parking charge refunds will take weeks - council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers who paid higher fees before they were formally introduced will be reimbursed, a council says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/parking-charge-refunds-will-take-weeks-council/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/parking-charge-refunds-will-take-weeks-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body-worn video case 'concerning', says government]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman is suing two police forces after she was arrested in Northamptonshire and London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/body-worn-video-case-concerning-says-government/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/body-worn-video-case-concerning-says-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New provider could take over at failing hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Talks aimed at keeping some patients at the facility are under way.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-provider-could-take-over-at-failing-hospital/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-provider-could-take-over-at-failing-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavy vehicles banned from town centre road]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Highways says it is trying to address complaints from residents about noise and vibrations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/heavy-vehicles-banned-from-town-centre-road/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/heavy-vehicles-banned-from-town-centre-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent review into arrest footage case begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people at Northamptonshire Police are under investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/independent-review-into-arrest-footage-case-begins/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/independent-review-into-arrest-footage-case-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New music festival to showcase overlooked talent]]></title><description><![CDATA[The inaugural Void Fest, featuring 34 bands, will run from 7 to 9 May at the Lab in Northampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-music-festival-to-showcase-overlooked-talent/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-music-festival-to-showcase-overlooked-talent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three-weekly bin collections signed off by council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many people will see collections for general waste move from fortnightly to every three weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-weekly-bin-collections-signed-off-by-council/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-weekly-bin-collections-signed-off-by-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME PLAN | Northampton Saints - Leicester Tigers]]></title><description><![CDATA[GAME PLAN | Northampton Saints&nbsp;&nbsp;Leicester Tigers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/game-plan-northampton-saints-leicester-tigers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/game-plan-northampton-saints-leicester-tigers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work to fix leaky library roof enters final chapter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local authority advises that road closures will be in force as works conclude.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/work-to-fix-leaky-library-roof-enters-final-chapter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/work-to-fix-leaky-library-roof-enters-final-chapter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town centre venue shut after 'kitchen incident']]></title><description><![CDATA[The bar and restaurant says it is doing everything it can to reopen as soon as possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-venue-shut-after-kitchen-incident/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/town-centre-venue-shut-after-kitchen-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village cricket club's ground bought by county side]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Steelbacks Foundation says the purchase will "unlock its potential as a community asset".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/village-cricket-clubs-ground-bought-by-county-side/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/village-cricket-clubs-ground-bought-by-county-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New deal for Guthrie, but Willis and Eaves leave Cobblers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton trigger a clause to keep Jon Guthrie, while Jordan Willis and Tom Eaves are among six players to be released.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-deal-for-guthrie-but-willis-and-eaves-leave-cobblers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/new-deal-for-guthrie-but-willis-and-eaves-leave-cobblers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prem rugby 2026-27 season to begin on 25 September]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026-27 season of Prem rugby will start on Friday, 25 September with the final held on 19 June 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 11:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/prem-rugby-2026-27-season-to-begin-on-25-september/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three-week bin collection rota considered across Northampton - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three-week bin collection rota considered across Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-week-bin-collection-rota-considered-across-northampton-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/three-week-bin-collection-rota-considered-across-northampton-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Northampton town centre venue shut after 'kitchen incident' - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northampton town centre venue shut after 'kitchen incident'&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-town-centre-venue-shut-after-kitchen-incident-bbc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/northampton-town-centre-venue-shut-after-kitchen-incident-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wu beats Murphy in decider to win world title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wu-beats-murphy-in-decider-to-win-world-title/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wu-beats-murphy-in-decider-to-win-world-title/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Match-winner Sanderson fuels Northants confidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Sanderson savours a "perfect day" after his incredible spell led Northants to an innings win over Worcestershire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/match-winner-sanderson-fuels-northants-confidence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/match-winner-sanderson-fuels-northants-confidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men arrested for murder after man was stabbed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 38-year-old man died following the incident on Sunday, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-men-arrested-for-murder-after-man-was-stabbed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/two-men-arrested-for-murder-after-man-was-stabbed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council warns action may follow derelict pub fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A large fire at a pub that has been empty for 10 years is being treated as arson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-warns-action-may-follow-derelict-pub-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 07:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/council-warns-action-may-follow-derelict-pub-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peregrine falcon webcams capture quads births]]></title><description><![CDATA[This year's brood is the most successful year for births, since cameras started rolling back in 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/peregrine-falcon-webcams-capture-quads-births/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 07:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/peregrine-falcon-webcams-capture-quads-births/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wu in control of Crucible final against Murphy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wu Yize opens up a 10-7 lead over Shaun Murphy in the World Championship final to put himself on course to become the second-youngest player ever to be crowned a Crucible champion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wu-in-control-of-crucible-final-against-murphy/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/wu-in-control-of-crucible-final-against-murphy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argyle v Northampton Town Full Match Replay - Plymouth Argyle - PAFC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argyle v Northampton Town Full Match Replay&nbsp;&nbsp;Plymouth Argyle - PAFC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/argyle-v-northampton-town-full-match-replay-plymouth-argyle-pafc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/argyle-v-northampton-town-full-match-replay-plymouth-argyle-pafc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pears collapse to three-day defeat at Northampton - Worcestershire CCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pears collapse to three-day defeat at Northampton&nbsp;&nbsp;Worcestershire CCC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pears-collapse-to-three-day-defeat-at-northampton-worcestershire-ccc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/pears-collapse-to-three-day-defeat-at-northampton-worcestershire-ccc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanderson bowls Northants to innings win over Worcs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Northamptonshire seamer Ben Sanderson takes 7-31 as Worcestershire are skittled for 114 to lose by an innings and 177 runs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sanderson-bowls-northants-to-innings-win-over-worcs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/sanderson-bowls-northants-to-innings-win-over-worcs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green light for new warehouse to be built on Northampton industrial estate with estimated 230 jobs - MSN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Green light for new warehouse to be built on Northampton industrial estate with estimated 230 jobs&nbsp;&nbsp;MSN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/green-light-for-new-warehouse-to-be-built-on-northampton-industrial-estate-with-estimated-230-jobs-msn/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/green-light-for-new-warehouse-to-be-built-on-northampton-industrial-estate-with-estimated-230-jobs-msn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He'll need to tell us his secret' - analysing Murphy's new break-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[World Championship finalist Shaun Murphy has adopted a new style of break-off - what is it and why is it working so well?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hell-need-to-tell-us-his-secret-analysing-murphys-new-break-off/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/northampton/hell-need-to-tell-us-his-secret-analysing-murphys-new-break-off/</guid></item></channel></rss>