Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st July 2025

‘I went to my first paint and sip session in Northampton – is this popular trend worth the hype?’

I went to my first paint and sip session in Northampton, and here is what I really thought about this popular trend that is taking the country by storm. Since 2019, Paintvine has brought people together through creativity and the business is described as “the UK’s leading paint and sip experience”.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st July 2025

Independent business owner praised for diversifying with unique offering at Northants garden village

An independent business owner has been praised for diversifying her offering in a unique way from her premises at a Northamptonshire garden village. Heart & Soul Candle Co. was established by Tanya Russo from her home in Weston Favell, before opening at Whilton Locks Garden Village in March last year.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st July 2025

‘Female Founder of the Year’ shocked to win accolade despite more than two decades of hard work

The business owner named ‘Female Founder of the Year’ admits she was shocked to win the accolade, despite working hard for almost two-and-a-half decades in her industry. Kim Hughes founded Goldings Communications in April 2021 and was given this award on the penultimate day of the Female Founders Summit last month.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th June 2025

Business owner of more than a decade launches social enterprise to benefit schools and offer free lessons

A business owner of more than a decade recently launched a social enterprise, with the aim of having a meaningful impact on schools across Northamptonshire and beyond. Philip Spokes specialises in digital learning for non-profits and the education sector, and is the director and founder of Spokes Education.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th June 2025

Sister to host fundraiser for mental health charity in memory of ‘incredible, funny and caring’ brother

A sister is hosting a fundraiser in aid of a mental health charity in memory of her 30-year-old brother, who she described as “incredible, funny and caring”. From 3pm on July 19 at The George Inn, Natalie Wood is holding her event for Northamptonshire Mind – with a barbecue, raffle, stalls and a rock choir performance for attendees to enjoy.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th June 2025

Meet the 23-year-old award-winning entrepreneur using creativity to make a positive impact on the world

Meet the 23-year-old award-winning entrepreneur using her creativity to make a positive impact on the world. Olivia Krawczyk is the founder of OneKind Creative, a design agency specialising in branding and graphics for purpose-led organisations globally.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th June 2025

13-year-old golfing sensation has had an ‘amazing year so far’ with ‘incredible milestones’ reached

A 13-year-old golfing sensation has had an “amazing year so far” with some “incredible milestones” under his belt as he continues to excel. Josh Bland, from Bugbrooke, first hit a golf ball aged four and began taking it more seriously two years later.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th June 2025

Father sets up ‘Dads Doddle’ community with the aim of establishing it across the entire country

A father has set up a new community called ‘Dads Doddle’ with the aim of establishing it across the entire country. Sam Watts, who has a 15-month-old son, established the group on Facebook and it has grown to 500 members in just three weeks.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 26th June 2025

Holistic women’s coach to run ‘huge’ health and wellbeing event for fourth year in Northants

A holistic women’s coach is excited to run a “huge” health and wellbeing event for the fourth consecutive year in Northamptonshire. Nikki Antonaccio empowers women all over the world to become their most confident selves while thriving in their lives and businesses.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 26th June 2025

‘Eclectic’ events venue continues to evolve to meet demand – with introduction of roof terrace in near future

An “eclectic” events venue at the heart of Northampton is continuing to evolve to meet demand among the community, which includes the introduction of a rooftop terrace in the near future. The Black Diamond, located in Lower Harding Street, is a sophisticated, art deco-inspired events venue. It draws inspiration from the glamour of the 1920s while blending vintage charm and contemporary entertainment.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 26th June 2025

Mental health and exercise specialist takes leap to open studio with focus on ‘mindset and confidence’

A mental health and exercise specialist has taken the leap to open her own studio space in Northampton, with a focus on boosting “mood, mindset and confidence”. Daisy Atkinson is the founder of The Daisy Method and she will be offering fitness with mental health support from her new premises in Colwyn Road from next Tuesday (July 1).

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 25th June 2025

Mother launches pop-up events for quality pre-loved children’s clothing after spotting ‘gap in the market’

A mother has launched a venture specialising in pop-up events to sell pre-loved children’s clothing after spotting a “gap in the market” across Northamptonshire. Jaime Elderton is the founder and owner of Little Loved Threads UK and has planned her first event, in which the community can purchase clothes up to age 12, on July 6.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 25th June 2025

Friends cycling 900 miles to mark what would have been their late friend’s 30th birthday

Two friends are cycling more than 900 miles across nine days to mark what would have been their late friend’s 30th birthday. Many fundraisers have taken place in recent years in aid of BacZac His Legacy, a cancer charity established in memory of Zac Forskitt – who sadly lost his life to a rare form of testicular cancer and rare subtype of acute myeloid leukaemia aged just 20.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 25th June 2025

‘I went to the 100 year celebration of a much-loved bakery and we should be proud to have businesses like this’

I went to the 100 year celebration of a much-loved bakery and we should be proud to have businesses like this at the centre of our community. Duston Village Bakery prides itself on being a community hub and marked its impressive centenary milestone by inviting everyone along to the bakery on June 8.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th June 2025

I’ve lived in Northampton most of my life – here are seven of my favourite independent businesses

I have lived in Northampton for most of my life, and here are seven of my favourite independent businesses that deserve your support. We are lucky to have so many wonderful and innovative businesses in our town, who continue to fight through times of uncertainty and financial hardship to serve their community.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th June 2025

‘Roaring success’ of a launch for new family-run wedding and events venue in Northampton

The co-owner of a new family-run wedding and events venue in Northampton described the recent launch of the business as a “roaring success”. Husband and wife duo Daniel and Ellie Wakelin are the brains behind Wakelin Farm Weddings & Events Venue, situated on their family farm in Blisworth.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th June 2025

Northants year six pupils joined by Britain’s Got Talent finalist to take leavers’ song ‘to another level’

Year six pupils from a Northamptonshire school are being assisted by the master of a choir which reached the Britain’s Got Talent final, to take their leavers’ song “to another level”. Gareth Fuller from Northants Sings Out is working with Hackleton CEVA Primary School on their rendition of Count on Me by Bruno Mars.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th June 2025

Artist believes it is ‘only the beginning’ as she proudly welcomes community to solo exhibition

An artist and muralist believes it is “only the beginning” of her journey as she proudly welcomes the community to her solo exhibition this month in Northamptonshire. Kayleigh Smith is currently hosting her first exhibition at Forge Coffee in Whittlebury Park, which will remain open to the public until Monday June 30.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd June 2025

Historic Northants pub to reopen after year-long closure and major £175,000 investment

A historic Northamptonshire pub is set to reopen after a year-long closure following a major £175,000 investment. The transformation began in early June at The Monk & Tipster in Watling Street, Towcester, which is located in a Grade II listed building.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd June 2025

IN PICTURES: All smiles as brand new family festival celebrated the best of Northamptonshire

It was all smiles as a brand new family festival celebrated the best of Northamptonshire over the weekend. Solstice Festival, which provided a day of fun and creativity on the longest day of the year, took place at Duston Mill on Saturday (June 21).