News
Stepping towards safety and independence with falls management service
This week (18-22 September) is Falls Awareness Week, WNC wanted to share information about the Falls Management Service and how they support individuals every day to promote safety and wellbeing.
We know that falls are a concern and worry for many, particularly among the elderly population as they can often result in injuries that can have long-lasting effects on an individual's health and independence.... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:50 by Sally Willis
Temporary Closure of Bridleway KP16
West Northamptonshire Council have made an Order the effect of which is to prohibit pedestrians, equestrians and cyclists from proceeding along those lengths of Public Bridleway KP16 in Harpole and Public Bridleway LB1 (Part) in Upton as specified in attached map. Private access to land or premises adjacent to the said lengths of bridleways are unaffected.
This comes into effect on 18th September 2023... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 19 Sep 2023 11:36 by Sally Willis
Police Liaison Representative
Harpole Parish Council is looking for an individual from the Parish to be a Police Liaison Representative. This person would be the single point of contact for the police for the village for giving updates on police initiatives.
For more information on what this role entails please see the attached documents.
If you are interested in this role please contact the clerk on clerk@harpole-pc.gov.uk
Posted: Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:32 by Sally Willis
West Northants Drop in Centres
Highways will be joining West Northants Customer Service Team at a drop in event at Southbrook Community Centre in Daventry. This will be on Wednesday 20th September, 10am to 12Noon.
There will be a further events through Autumn/Winter 2023 (please see attached schedule).
Kier Highways Officers will be available within these hours to discuss issues. We will have a nominated desk area and will be identified... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 14 Sep 2023 15:56 by Sally Willis
People invited to have their say on developing West Northants’ Library Service
People are being invited to have their say on proposals to develop the Library Service across West Northants by taking part in West Northamptonshire Council's (WNC) consultation.
From today (4 September), residents can share their views around the new 4-year draft strategy which proposes the continued development of public libraries as thriving community hubs supporting people of all ages and backgrounds... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:57 by Sally Willis
Time to apply for School Places for September 2024
Parents and carers of children living in West Northamptonshire can apply for a reception place in a primary or infant school, a year 3 place in a junior school, or a Year 7 place in a secondary school, for the September 2024 intake.
Parents and carers will be able to apply up until midnight on the closing dates for both Primary and Secondary applications.
Parents and carers can apply for a place in reception... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:49 by Sally Willis
New grants scheme launched to create volunteering opportunities in West Northants
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has launched a new grants scheme which aims to create additional volunteering opportunities following funding from Central Government via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
Grants from £100 to £1,500 are available for Voluntary and Community Sector projects to address a local community need and support the Council's vision to make West Northamptonshire... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:04 by Sally Willis
Residents urged to give their views on consultation to close train station ticket offices
Train operators have proposed changes to the majority of rail station ticket offices across England, with passengers and stakeholders given until 1 September to share their views.
In the West Northamptonshire area, London Northwestern Railway is proposing to close the ticket offices at both Northampton and Long Buckby Stations, although under the suggested proposals, Northampton station is set to become... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:37 by Sally Willis
Scarecrow Festival 9th & 10th September - Road Closures
The Scarecrow Committee would like to advise that we have been granted a temporary road closure which covers the three entrances to the village between the hours of 12pm -5pm both Saturday and Sunday.
Northampton Road, Larkhall Lane and Upper High Street will be closed to traffic. Access will be maintained for residents, and we will be providing ALL households within the village with a 'Resident Pass'... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:26 by Sally Willis
M1 Motorway Works
For anyone who travels to and from Milton Keynes and beyond please see below the traffic management bulletin for the M1 junction 13 to 16 upgrade which includes closure information until Sunday 3 September 2023.
M1 northbound
Friday 11 August 2023 to Wednesday 16 August 2023 – No planned works
Thursday 17 August lanes 1 2 and 3 closed between junction 14 and 15 (Marker Post 93/3 – 94/9)
Friday... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 11 Aug 2023 12:26 by Sally Willis
