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Lab Thread launches software to streamline biological research
Lab Thread Ltd, a UK‐based life science software company, today announced the worldwide commercial release of its...
The Lewis Foundation Celebrates 10 Years of Changing Lives
This April marks the 10th anniversary of The Lewis Foundation, a charity dedicated to bringing comfort, dignity and human connection to adult cancer patients through free gift packs and hospital support visits, including patients receiving treatment at Northampton and...
West Northants at the heart of driving innovation as region receives £20m funding boost
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and the wider Silverstone Vision Board are among partners driving forward a new wave of innovation across the region backed by up to £20 million of government funding. The investment announced today for the central area of the...
Hilton Northampton Unveils £2.9 Million Refurbishment with Immersive Launch Event
Last week Hilton Northampton welcomed guests, partners, and community leaders for an immersive launch event celebrating the hotel’s extensive refurbishment and its deepening commitment to the local community. The occasion marked a major milestone, with £2.9 million...
Commsave Credit Union raise over £600 for Baby Basics Northampton
Staff at Commsave Credit Union raised over £600 for Baby Basics Northampton throughout 2025, supporting the local charity’s vital work helping vulnerable families across the county. Baby Basics Northampton was selected as Commsave’s Charity of the Year for 2025, with...
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team sets new benchmark for sustainable leadership in F1
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team has announced a major expansion of their global carbon removals portfolio – a bold, multi-year commitment that aims to advance the development and shape the future of high-integrity climate solutions. This expansion represents one of...
West Northants ranks third highest nationally with £47.6 million Rugby World Cup boost
West Northants generated an impressive £47.6 million economic impact during last summer’s Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 - ranking third highest of the eight host locations and significantly outperforming the national tournament average of £36.8 million. The area...
Northampton Film Festival is celebrating a bumper year of women in sport and film
Northampton Film Festival (NFF) is bringing a host of stories to the big screen this March which showcase women as filmmakers, storytellers and sportspeople, with the winners of the annual film competition being announced on International Women’s Day. The programme...
Bspoke Global Networks: Delivering the Digital Backbone of Global Motorsport
At Silverstone Park, Bspoke Global Networks is one of the specialist IT companies powering the technology behind the world’s biggest motorsport championships. Founded in 2006 by Swedish IT entrepreneur Gustav Sallander, it has grown into a global leader in...
Giant Journeys celebrates its first anniversary in business
An educational experiences company is celebrating its first anniversary in business in the same way that it began its journey – by giving back to the community it serves and launching a competition for local schools. Giant Journeys, which provides immersive workshops...








