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Neighbourhood Police Seek Feedback on Policing Matters
In order to tackle local policing concerns, Northamptonshire Police wants to know what matters most to you in the area where you live and work.
Please help shape local priorities by answering a few questions...
Posted: Thu, 10 Mar 2022 11:32 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
A43/A5 Roundabout Resurfacing : 16 May- 17 June
ESSENTIAL RESURFACING MAINTENANCE WORKS
ON THE A43/A5 TOWCESTER ROUNDABOUT
Further to previous works notifications, NH write to advise that the A43/A5 Towcester roundabout resurfacing scheme is now being re-programmed for Monday 16 May to Friday 17 June 2022.
This scheme has been re-scheduled to enable works on the major M1 junction 13 to 16 Smart Motorway scheme to progress as planned. This strategy... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:00 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Towcester Neighbourhood Watch Update Spring 2022
Hello Towcester.
Here we are at the beginning of Spring, which shows promise of brighter times ahead. Fingers crossed.
The past two years have been challenging in every way and NHW has faced difficulties too.
We have had too few committee meetings and sadly we have lost members due to longstanding and valued people moving away from Towcester and leaving hard to fill gaps.
On a positive note we have been... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 08 Mar 2022 10:20 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
The Big Conversation
Our big conversation on what is important to you.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to have your say on how West Northamptonshire Council should be helping to shape your local services, support your community and prioritise what gets done to help you live your best life.
We know you will have lots of brilliant ideas on how we make our area a place where everyone can thrive, and it's really important... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:57 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
M1 Full Weekend Closure Junctions 14-15 4th-7th March
M1 bridge reprofiling and resurfacing works
The M1 between junctions 14 to 15 southbound will be closed for 56 hours from 9pm on Friday 4 March 2022 to 6am on Monday 7 March 2022. The closure will allow engineers to adjust the profile of the carriageway and install bridge joints at Cattle Creep emergency turn around, Hartwell.
During this closure, a full reconstruction of the carriageway on the slip... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:47 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
HIGH WINDS FORECAST 16-18 February 2022
The Met Office have predicted very high winds from Storm Dudley from later afternoon on Wednesday 16th February with gusts locally up to 50mph, quickly followed by Storm Eunice on Friday with more severe gusts up to 70mph across the midlands.
There is the potential for widespread disruption, falling trees and flying debris.
How to be prepared, stay safe and protect your property:
* Secure loose objects... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:17 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Overnight Road Closure A5 / Northampton Road 7-14 March 2022
NOTIFICATION OF ESSENTIAL SAFETY IMPROVEMENT WORKS
A5 FOSTERS BOOTH
National Highways have sent notification that they will be carrying out safety improvement works on the A5 Watling Street on the Northampton Road junction, to:
• install high friction surfacing
• install red surfacing to the hatched areas of the carriageway at three locations
• refresh road markings, including two new 'slow'... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 14 Feb 2022 14:55 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Polaris Opera
Join Polaris Opera company on Saturday, 19th March at the Town Hall for an evening of light hearted opera, operetta and musical theatre. Also joined by local string ensemble. led by musical director, Ian Riley.
Adult tickets £12 on the door or £10 advanced booking.
Under 18's go free.
Tickets available on the door or by calling 07817 609223
www.polarisopera.com
Posted: Fri, 28 Jan 2022 11:16 by Sophie Weeks
Avian flu reminder for bird keepers
Bird keepers are reminded of the restrictions that remain in place to minimise the risk of avian flu.
An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone came into force across the country in November, making it a legal requirement for all bird keepers across the UK (whether they have pet birds, commercial flocks or just a few birds in a backyard flock) to keep their birds indoors and follow strict measures.
It is the... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:17 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Parties
IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you wish to apply for a road closure for The Big Jubilee Lunch on Sunday 5th June 2022, you need to apply by the end of February via West Northamptonshire Council. To apply, please visit https://northamptonshire-self.achieveservice.com/service/Apply_for_a_temporary_road_closure_for_an_event.
Posted: Tue, 25 Jan 2022 13:11 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt