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Flames and smoke coming from the area around the allotments could be seen across the town.

Blaze captured on camera as crews battled multiple fires for four hours

Your ultimate fireworks guide across Northamptonshire for 2026

Northamptonshire fireworks displays 2026: Your ultimate guide

Jeanette Walsh aka Mother Christmas needs your help collecting gifts for needy children and young people in Northamptonshire/IMG

Mother Christmas launches annual gift appeal to help our children in need

Plans have been submitted to build up to 255 homes on land west of Ashby Road in Daventry.

Plans submitted to build 255 homes on farmland the size of 28 football pitches

Local magistrates deal with hundreds of cases each week

COURT ROUND-UP: E-scooter rider's £3k compensation bill over footpath crash

Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham: Journalism is vital part of our national infrastructure

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The Gladiators Experience

Take on Gladiators Experience in Birmingham with 25 per cent off (aff)

Alton Towers is busy testing its new Bluey ride - and families have helped create an artwork to celebrate its launch

Alton Towers Bluey ride launch revealed with £32 ticket offer

Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort

Discover Crete's hidden gem: Luxury and family bliss at Mirabello Bay

Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar is a real festive treat for beer lovers

Sneak preview of Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar – 24 beers and extras

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Simba’s mattresses have been reduced heavily ahead of Black Friday itself

Simba launches Black Friday early with savings of up to £990

Christmas gift ideas from Olaplex, Hourglass, Sweaty Betty, Hunter and Neal’s Yard Remedies, with beauty, fragrance and pampering treats for under the tree.

35 best Christmas gifts for 2026 from just £2.99

Kia EV2 review: a small electric SUV with big-car appeal

Sport

George Hendy scored for Saints against Gloucester last Saturday (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints trio named in England 'A' squad ahead of Argentina XV clash
Three Saints players have been named in the England 'A' training squad ahead of Friday's game against an Argentina XV at The Rec (kick-off 7.45pm).
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Seven Saints stars named in England squad for Nations Championship games

James Pater was on hand to congratulate George Hendy on his try (picture: Claire Jones/redhatphoto.co.uk)

Northampton Saints 28 Gloucester 14: Tom Vickers' review and player ratings

Tom Pearson (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

'Exactly what we wanted', says Pearson after Saints see off Gloucester

Tommy Freeman (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Freeman 'in cement at some points' as Saints prevail in 'proper fight'

Your World Daventry

NFU President Tom Bradshaw

Budget misses mark to drive "meaningful change" for Daventry farms – say indust...

This canal tunnel inspired a chapter in Judith's memoir, Stepping out of Silence

Daventry woman fulfils 54 year-old promise to write a book!

Spitfire Homes' Malabar collection in Daventry was part of the day's fundraising activities.

Daventry construction teams switch to pink to unite for Breast Cancer Now

The Hosts in the studio

Mental Health Podcast makes positive impact on the construction industry

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The ten best free agents on FM27 - including three ex-Man United gems

Forget Eddie Howe: Man Utd's next manager decision could be pointless

Glasner's job is at risk but he isn't Nottingham Forest's only problem

The Wonderkid Power Rankings: New entries from Aston Villa & Chelsea

Crime

Faces of some of the jailed criminals whose often shocking stories this newspaper brought to you during October 2026.

Faces of 16 jailed criminals whose stories we brought you in October

Northampton Magistrates' Court

COURT ROUND-UP: Driver who caused head-on crash among these 40 cases

Northampton Magistrates' Court

IN COURT: Drivers from in an around Northampton, Daventry, Towcester sentenced

Leicester Crown Court

Ex-police officer admits two offences including sexual communication

Local magistrates deal with hundreds of cases each week

COURT ROUND-UP: 46 offenders from in and around Northampton, Daventry, Towcester

Northampton Magistrates' Court

Thief stole prostate cancer charity box among these 38 cases in court

What's On

Layton Williams has become one of the UK's most celebrated musical theatre performers

Celebrate Layton’s colourful career at Northampton show
Show promises behind-the-scenes stories, powerhouse vocals and spectacular choreography
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Paultons Park in Hampshire

The spooky magic of Paultons Park at Halloween

Hecuba (Hannah Grainger Clemson)

Women of Troy brings a powerful story of survival to Leamington

Wallace & Gromit Lego set

15 Wallace & Gromit gifts to celebrate Aardman's 50th birthday

Parkdean’s Celebrity Weekenders are designed as affordable short breaks, with themed entertainment and activities bundled into the stay.

Parkdean’s 80s weekender looks like a brilliant friends’ getaway

Lifestyle

Toy Story 5 has just landed on Yoto and I've ordered it straight away for my son

Disney's Toy Story 5 is now on Yoto and I ordered it right away
The new Yoto audio story brings Woody, Buzz and Jessie back for an adventure involving Bonnie's new tablet, Lilypad.
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Popular curry house nominated for Best Indian Restaurant in the East Midlands

Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

Boots unveils £25 beauty crackers worth over £70

The e.l.f. Christmas gift sets I'd pick for beauty lovers this year and prices start from just £15

e.l.f. has a range of Christmas gift sets for beauty lovers

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Willis will present Strictly alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdecombe (Guy Levy/BBC)

Josh Widdicombe on Strictly’s ‘no ego’ new hosting team

These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

I’ve found the easiest way to give my home an autumn update

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Health

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

Berrywood Hospital

Inspectors say inpatient mental health service staff should be 'proud’

Northampton General Hospital

Northampton AI consultation under way to shed 100 jobs 'avoiding' redundancies

New Health customers are not tied to a subscription or long-term contract, giving them greater flexibility over their treatment.

What side effects do people suffer on weight loss drugs?

Bonnie

Family rally to raise money for baby Bonnie's head brace

Eligible adults can explore New Health’s weight-management service online and decide whether it feels right for them.

How to know you’re suitable for private weight management treatment?

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Sir Ian McKellen has led tributes to Sir Patrick Stewart following his death from Alzheimer’s disease, calling him “the most respected and beloved actor of his generation”.

Ian McKellen reveals warning he gave Patrick Stewart before Star Trek

Traitors is a flagship BBC show

BBC TV licence fee could top £200 as thousands stop paying

Sir Tom Jones

Tom Jones postpones concerts after being struck down with flu

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Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

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