A furious homeowner reveals how his local council charged him £20,000 in a bitter boundary dispute over a 16ft hedge, exposing what critics call a 'cash cow' system that profits from neighbour wars.
The World Conker Championships in Northamptonshire have been cancelled for the first time in its 59-year history due to dangerously hard conkers caused by the UK heatwave, organisers announce.
Northamptonshire's beloved World Conker Championship, a 59-year tradition, has been axed due to climate change impacts causing poor horse chestnut harvests and unsafe playing conditions.
A man tragically fell to his death from a hot air balloon in Northamptonshire, just moments after purchasing a flight for a police officer. The incident, now under investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch, has sent shockwaves through the lo
British aviation enthusiast and businessman Brett James, 51, has tragically died following a light aircraft crash near Northampton. The incident, involving a Vans RV-6 kit plane, is under investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch.
An extraordinary piece of British history, the magnificent Grade II listed Dodford Manor, is for sale. This stunning moated castle in Northamptonshire boasts a private cinema, tennis court, and over 10,000 sq ft of luxurious living space.
A maths teacher from a Northamptonshire secondary school has been dismissed after engaging in an improper relationship with a teenage student, leading to a professional conduct hearing and teaching ban.
Relive the drama, heartbreak, and sheer brilliance of the 2025 Vitality Blast Finals Day. Lancashire Lightning emerged victorious in a rain-affected epic against Somerset, while Northamptonshire claimed the bronze in a day of unforgettable cricket at Edgb
A UK driving instructor has set a jaw-dropping new world record, hitting 201 mph in a modified learner car on a British motorway. Discover the incredible story behind the fastest-ever driving lesson.
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking story of a bogus police unit created to patrol the British Grand Prix, duping local authorities and F1 bosses in a stunning security breach.
A drug-dealing couple from Northamptonshire faced justice after their incriminating 'nudge nudge' text messages about cocaine deals were uncovered by police, leading to their arrest and sentencing.
Rebel councillors from Reform UK have launched a dramatic bid to halt the use of hotels for asylum seekers in West Northamptonshire, vowing to slash what they call 'unacceptable' costs to local taxpayers.
Exclusive analysis of the latest Index of Multiple Deprivation reveals the UK's most affluent and most deprived neighbourhoods, highlighting a dramatic postcode lottery in living standards across England.
A 15-year-old schoolboy and a 54-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of arson following a fire at a residential property in Wellingborough. Emergency services rushed to the scene as flames engulfed the home.
A devastating incident at an equestrian event in Northamptonshire has claimed the life of horse rider Sarah Yorke. The community mourns as investigations into the accident begin.
A peaceful demonstration in Kettering, Northamptonshire, saw locals calling for an end to violence in Gaza as the Israel-Hamas war continues.
Local councils in Durham and West Northamptonshire, led by Reform UK, have abandoned key climate commitments, sparking backlash from environmental groups.