Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 11th May 2026

Much-loved bakery celebrates 116 years in Northampton with family’s fourth generation now in charge

A much-loved bakery is celebrating a whopping 116 years open in Northampton this month, with the fourth and fifth generations now proudly in charge of the family-run business. Gardners Bakery, in Harborough Road, was first established in the town in May 1910 by James Gardner – who is the great grandfather of Helen who runs the business.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 11th May 2026

Northampton woman turns for support in funding final surgery for severe burns from childhood accident

A Northampton mother has turned to the community for support to fund the final surgery needed for the severe burns she has lived with since she was two years old. 32-year-old Kayleigh Atherton, from Overstone, has lived with the effects of severe burns for three decades and has required multiple surgeries and ongoing treatment.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 11th May 2026

We Mean Business: ‘It’s been a slower start than usual and I’ll spend the rest of the year making ends meet’

This caricature artist, cartoonist and illustrator admits it has been a slower start to the year than usual, and she will spend the rest of 2026 working hard to make ends meet. Launched in February, the Chronicle & Echo’s latest campaign hopes to help curb future business closures after a bleak start to 2026 across the town.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 8th May 2026

Tight-knit Northampton community launches wholesome sharing corner for residents outside village hall

A tight-knit community in Northampton has launched a wholesome sharing corner for residents to enjoy outside the village hall. Friends of Dallington Village recently launched ‘Dallington Sharing Corner’, which is a simple community space where people can take or leave items like books, seeds and toys.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 8th May 2026

‘Determined, kind and thoughtful’ nurse fighting rare stage four lung cancer after Christmas diagnosis

A fundraising page has been set up to support a “determined, kind and thoughtful” nurse fighting a rare type of stage four lung cancer following her diagnosis at the end of 2025. 38-year-old Inês spent 15 years as a cardiology nurse at Northampton General Hospital before her fight with adenoid cystic carcinoma began in December last year.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 8th May 2026

This charity recently relaunched with new name and the team is proud to offer support to small organisations

This Northamptonshire charity recently relaunched with a new name, and the team is proud to continue offering support to smaller organisations run by hard-working volunteers. Tracy Whittaker-Smith has been a trustee at Give Northants for the past three years, and is excited for what the future holds for the charity under its third iteration.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th May 2026

We Mean Business: ‘Running a business is one of the hardest things I’ve taken on in my life but the most rewarding’

The founder of a multi-award-nominated business has admitted it is one of the hardest things he has done in his life, but also the most rewarding. Launched in February, the Chronicle & Echo’s latest campaign hopes to help curb future business closures after a bleak start to 2026 across the town.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th May 2026

Northampton theatre company CEO praised for ‘truly extraordinary legacy’ after winning special award

The CEO of a Northampton theatre company has been praised for his “truly extraordinary legacy” after he won a special award last month. Leigh Wolmarans is the chief executive and artistic director at Silhouette Youth Theatre, which aims to provide accessible and affordable opportunities for all.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th May 2026

Mother wins two awards for launching initiative that gives hundreds of hampers to the elderly every Christmas

A Northampton mother has won two awards after launching an initiative that sees hundreds of hampers given out to the elderly every Christmas. This all began with Paris Robinson, her husband and their nine and 11-year-old sons who continue to give back to the Brixworth community.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 6th May 2026

Three years on from £14 million town centre transformation – here’s how Vulcan Works is making a difference in Northampton

It has been three years since Vulcan Works opened at the heart of Northampton town centre following a £14 million transformation, and here’s how it continues to make a positive impact. The creative hub opened in the Grade II listed prime location building on Guildhall Road in February 2023, and its offering for companies of all shapes and sizes has impressively grown during that time.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 6th May 2026

Calling all remote workers and business owners – take a look at this growing co-working community in Northamptonshire

This growing co-working community is designed for remote workers, freelancers and business owners who want to work alongside others without the formality of traditional office spaces. Desk Mates Club is the brainchild of Heather Wiseman and it has quickly flourished into a thriving weekly community, bringing people together to work and connect in Northamptonshire venues.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 6th May 2026

Meet the Northampton family who moved to Italy and launched innovative platform to create real-world treasure hunts

Meet this Northampton family, who moved to Italy and have since launched an innovative platform to create real-world treasure hunts to showcase hidden gems. Lloyd Girardi, along with his wife and two sons aged nine and 10, relocated to Abruzzo last May in search of a simpler and healthier way of life – with more family time, better weather and new experiences.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 5th May 2026

I tried the newest takeaway on an up-and-coming Northants high street this bank holiday weekend – here’s what I thought

I tried the newest takeaway on an up-and-coming Northamptonshire high street this bank holiday weekend, and here’s what I really thought. Towcester Tandoori opened on Watling Street at the end of March, after the founding family took a big gamble on opening this Indian takeaway with a fusion twist.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 5th May 2026

We Mean Business: ‘Focus on what Northampton does have to offer rather than what it doesn’t’

The founder of a nationally-growing candle brand established in Northampton has shared the poignant message to focus on what the town has to offer rather than what it doesn’t. Launched in February, the Chronicle & Echo’s new campaign hopes to help curb future business closures after a bleak start to 2026 across the town.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 5th May 2026

Meet the 56-year-old who has become first person in Northants to run 100 marathons and 100 half marathons

Meet the 56-year-old who has become the first person in Northamptonshire to run 100 marathons and 100 half marathons. Mark Rose recently became the 56th person in the UK to reach this impressive milestone, having dedicated the past four years to ticking the 200 races off his list.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st May 2026

This lymphatic drainage therapist offers treatments very popular with celebrities right here in Northampton

This lymphatic drainage therapist offers treatments that are very popular with celebrities, right here in Northampton from her home salon. Angela V. is the founder and owner of The Body Fix, which she launched in Moulton in September 2024.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st May 2026

Northampton baker beams with ‘immense pride’ after winning Britain’s Best Cake competition

A Northampton baker is beaming with “immense pride” after winning Britain’s Best Cake competition, with more than 110 entries from professionals across the country. Ryan Grigg runs Pat-a-Cake Man from Pineham, which specialises in bespoke celebration cakes for every occasion including birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st May 2026

Take a look at this new community hub focused on supporting mental health and wellbeing for all

Take a look at this new community hub in Northampton, launched with a focus on supporting mental health and wellbeing for people of all ages. The aim of DFK Community Hub, located at Unit E3 in Kingsfield Close, is to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can reconnect with themselves and others through creative and therapeutic activities.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th April 2026

Meet the couple renovating this former shoemaker’s cottage in Northamptonshire into charming retreat while preserving its heritage

Meet the couple renovating a well-renowned cottage in Long Buckby, which is a former shoemaker’s workshop, into a charming retreat while preserving its long-standing heritage. Partners Polly Rush and Toby Wallace, who were born and bred in Northampton, are the new faces behind Gillyflower Cottage.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th April 2026

Much-loved Northampton town centre independent shortlisted as ‘high street hero’ national award finalist

A much-loved Northampton town centre independent has been shortlisted in the ‘high street hero’ category at a national awards ceremony. Vintage Guru, in St Giles’ Street, is full to the brim with vintage and new gifts, homeware, clothes, accessories, vinyl records, and houses tens of independent businesses.