Former Caffe Nero site in prime Northampton town centre spot to be transformed into cafe and brunch business

The former Caffe Nero site in a prime Northampton town centre spot is to be transformed into a family-run cafe and brunch business. Caffe Nero was open at the junction of Abington Street and Dychurch Lane for 15 years until it closed in September 2020, with signs on the door stating it was due to circumstances beyond the business’ control.

Stalwart business ‘disappointed’ as no free town centre parking to be offered by WNC this Christmas

A stalwart business owner has expressed her disappointment as no free town centre parking is to be offered in pay and displays owned by West Northamptonshire Council this Christmas. It was recently announced that North Northamptonshire Council will once again provide free parking in council-owned pay and display car parks this festive season.

Council celebrates ‘successful start’ for booking-only tips system while opposition petition signed by hundreds

West Northamptonshire Council is celebrating a “successful start” for their new booking-only tips system, while an opposition petition presented at last week’s full council meeting was signed by hundreds. The change was introduced across all six of West Northamptonshire’s tips at the start of November in an attempt to reduce queues, ease pressure on surrounding roads, and ensure a smoother experience for residents.

Northampton man, 62, to bring families impacted by knife and gun crime together through 2026 event

A 62-year-old Northampton man is hosting an event with the aim of bringing families and communities together who have been impacted by knife and gun crime across the UK. Peter Paraskevas was born in Cyprus and emigrated to the UK at six months old with his parents. He experienced bullying at school for being Cypriot as English was not his first language.
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