Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 14th February 2025

Meet the business owner who just opened her aesthetics clinic in the picturesque countryside

Meet the business owner who recently took the leap to open her aesthetics clinic in the picturesque Northamptonshire countryside. Jade Clarke founded Jade Clinic after having her first of two children and leaving behind her nine-to-five job to do something completely new.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 14th February 2025

Northampton hairdresser has worked ‘nonstop’ since opening salon almost a year ago

A Northampton hairdresser has worked “nonstop” to meet the demand from clients since she opened her own salon almost a year ago. Nikki Martin’s career began when former SAS Who Dares Wins star David O’Neal, also known as DJ, employed her in 2015 when he opened a salon specialising in children’s hairdressing.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 14th February 2025

Baby charity ‘overwhelmed’ with donations at the end of last year – and hopes to see same success in 2025

A baby charity was “overwhelmed” with donations at the end of last year, and the team hopes to see the same success throughout 2025. Baby Basics Northampton, which supplies moses baskets full of essential newborn items to parents facing difficulties, has seen a huge increase in demand – and they now help one in 18 babies born in the county.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 13th February 2025

‘It’s protective not restrictive’: Bereaved families attend government debate over safer driving licensing

A group of bereaved families, who are continuing to campaign for safer driving licensing for newly qualified 17 to 19 year old drivers, recently attended a Westminster Hall debate. Chris and Nicole Taylor from Northampton, who lost their daughter Beccy to a road traffic incident in 2008 when she was just 18 years old, were among the 15 bereaved family members in attendance.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 13th February 2025

Northampton photographer and business owner invited back to speak at national event in London

A Northampton photographer and business owner has been invited back to speak at a well-renowned national event in London. Corrine Gretton-West founded Corrine West Photography & Media around 13 years ago, which she runs alongside studying for her PhD at the University of Northampton.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 13th February 2025

Popular Northampton coffee house opened second location – with unlimited hot drinks offer for just £7.50

A popular Northampton coffee house opened a second location in the latter half of 2024, and the team urges the community to make the most of their unlimited hot drinks offer for just £7.50. No. 68 Coffee House’s first location in King Edward Road opened in July 2022, and the venue has become a hub among the Abington community ever since.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 12th February 2025

Hotel manager urges Northampton community to look past former negative reputation following refurb

A hotel manager has urged the Northampton community to look past its former negative reputation, as the venue has since undergone a refurbishment to turn things around. Rodica Balaci took over The Plough Hotel in Bridge Street at the start of November 2021, and it was bought by its current owner back in 1991.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 12th February 2025

Music festival to return to Delapre Abbey for third year this May Bank Holiday – and here’s what you can expect

A music festival is set to return to Delapre Abbey for a third year this May Bank Holiday, and here is what you can expect. Matthew Owen, who describes himself as a local lad with the aim of raising the profile of local talent, set up NN Festival back in 2023.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 12th February 2025

Meet the counsellor who launched the UK’s first crisis hotline for emergency service workers

Meet the counsellor who launched the UK’s first crisis hotline exclusively for emergency service workers and their families to seek advice and support. Scott Lawrence Pileckas started community work when he was just 10 years old and has dedicated the last three decades to making a positive difference.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 11th February 2025

PICTURES: Steak restaurant undergoes ‘stunning renovation’ to celebrate the site’s unique heritage

A Northampton steak restaurant has reopened following a “stunning renovation”, with the aim of celebrating the site’s unique heritage. Miller & Carter, located in Talavera Way, welcomed the public back last Friday (February 7) after unveiling a refurbishment that has “breathed new life into this much-loved venue”.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 11th February 2025

Tea room set for transformative takeover by couple with French flair who pride themselves on quality

A Northampton tearoom is set for a transformative takeover by a couple with French flair, who pride themselves on high quality, locally sourced and homemade food. After a heartfelt goodbye to the previous operator of The Polo Pavilion Tea Room at Winwick Hall, a new collaboration is set to begin from the first weekend in May.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 11th February 2025

Meet the long-standing and family-run decorators merchants which has surpassed 40 years in business

Meet this long-standing and family-run decorators merchants, which recently surpassed 40 years in business in Northampton. Abington Decorating Supplies, located in Wycliffe Road, is one of only a handful of independent companies of this kind left in the UK – and they hope to continue pushing boundaries with their offering.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 10th February 2025

One of Northampton’s most popular cookie businesses is still ‘flying high’ after four years

One of Northampton’s most popular cookie businesses is still “flying high” as it approaches four years operating in the town. Cookie Babes was set up in the summer of 2021 by childhood best friends Alice Gregory and Lottie Slee, before she took a step back to focus on her NHS career.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 10th February 2025

Meet the luxury and cruelty-free candle company taking over a former wellness hub in Northampton

Meet the luxury and cruelty-free candle company taking over a former wellness hub in Northampton, which is set to open by the end of February. Lyss & Vay Candle Co. offers 100 percent cruelty-free and luxury soy candles, hand poured with love in Northamptonshire.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 10th February 2025

IN PICTURES: Northampton braves Hope Centre’s 14th annual Big Sleep Out to continue tackling hardship

Northampton has once again braved the Hope Centre’s 14th annual Big Sleep Out in the hope of raising thousands of pounds for this worthy cause. The Hope Centre supports individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship by providing essential services – from food provision and education, to employment support and helping them rebuild their lives.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th February 2025

Female-owned businesses joining forces for ‘Galentine’s’ event at popular Northampton cafe

A variety of female-owned businesses are joining forces for a ‘Galentine’s’ event at a popular Northampton cafe next week. The event will take place at Genevieve’s Cafe in Pineham village on the evening before Valentine’s Day (February 13) from 7pm until 10pm.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th February 2025

This family-run gourmet burger truck business hopes to continue gaining momentum at it approaches two years

This family-run gourmet burger truck business hopes to continue gaining momentum as it approaches two years up and running in Northampton this summer. Jude’s Kitchen, located in Harpole, champions freshly-prepared food and regularly pops up at different events and venues across the county.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th February 2025

Tributes paid to ‘no-nonsense’ 104-year-old from Northampton who was determined to live life to the full

Tributes have been paid to a “no-nonsense” 104-year-old from Northampton, who was determined to live life to the full. Dorothy Maud Parker died peacefully on January 27 and was particularly well-known in Kingsthorpe, having lived there exclusively for the first 100 years of her life.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 6th February 2025

Much-loved Northampton bakery and coffee shop proud to celebrate a decade – but it has not been easy

The owners of a much-loved Northampton bakery and coffee shop are proud to celebrate a decade in the town, though it has not been an easy ride for the business. Magee Street Bakery, located in Derby Road, was first opened in January 2015 by Tom and Maddie – who sold it to Elliot and Alfie after a year-and-a-half.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 6th February 2025

Meet the Northampton trio who received ‘phenomenal turnout’ at their Leicester Square film premiere

Meet the Northampton trio who received a “phenomenal turnout” at their Leicester Square film premiere, ahead of its upcoming release on Amazon Prime. Dan Brothers, Richard Crichton and Richard Smith have lived in the county for the last three decades and formed DB13 Productions during the pandemic.