West Northamptonshire Council7 hrs agoPlans for 150 homes approved despite objectionsLetters of objection raise concerns about the impact on views and the character of an area.7 hrs ago20 hrs agoCouncils face £27m overspend on children's servicesNorthamptonshire Children's Trust has seen its budget swell by some £60m since 2022-23.20 hrs ago1 day agoChange to rural bus route reversed after complaintsPeople in villages were "effectively cut off" from getting into town, a councillor says.1 day ago1 day agoPublic 'left in dark' over failing hospital Councillor Sally Keeble says "vulnerable mental health patients are being failed again".1 day ago3 days agoAnonymous knife crime reporting campaign startsThe initiative includes anonymous reporting and education in schools in a bid to cut crime.3 days ago3 days agoStreet art encouraged in bid to discourage graffitiThe council hopes art will discourage "rogue" work and has a new team to tackle graffiti.3 days ago4 days agoCouncils spend more than £2m on pothole compensationCouncils across the East of England councils have forked out millions paying claims for pothole damage.4 days ago4 days agoCouncil takes on two properties to help homelessWest Northamptonshire Council leases two buildings so it can provide more temporary accommodation.4 days ago5 days agoGardening policy approved to boost wellbeingThe project aims to support communities and enhance the environment across West Northamptonshire.5 days ago...