Northamptonshire

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Northamptonshire, archaically known as the County of Northampton, is a county in the East Midlands of England. In 2015 it had a population of 723,000. The county is administered by Northamptonshire County Council and by seven non-metropolitan district councils. It is known as "The Rose of the Shires".

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PM’s NHS app promotion interrupted by loud thunderclaps Boris Johnson battled the sound of loud thunderclaps as he tried to talk to reporters about the new NHS Covid-19 app during a visit to a police training centre in Northamptonshire. Report by Blairm... Credit: ODN Duration: 01:01Published on September 24, 2020

Boris Johnson visits police as chancellor delivers statement Boris Johnson chose to visit a police training centre in Northamptonshire today instead of attending his chancellor's major announcement in the House of Commons. Downing Street denied speculation about.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:53Published on September 24, 2020


Anniversary of Harry Dunn's death: 'I won't stop' until Anne Sacoolas goes through UK justice system, says Harry's mother On the first anniversary of Harry Dunn's death, his mother Charlotte Charlesspeaks of her determination to bring the suspect to trial in the UK. AnneSacoolas was charged with causing death by dangerous.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 02:45Published on August 26, 2020

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Unwanted cat brothers, 21, need 'twilight' Northamptonshire home Black cats Leon and Nikita are "lovely boys" in need of a quiet "retirement home". BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
Northants, Leicestershire & Sussex into T20 Blast quarter-finals Northants, Leicestershire and Sussex secure the last three T20 Blast quarter-final places in the final round of group games. BBC News - Published on September 20, 2020
Bob Willis Trophy: Gloucestershire v Northamptonshire abandoned after positive Covid-19 test Gloucestershire's Bob Willis Trophy game with Northamptonshire is abandoned after a Northants squad member tests positive for Covid-19. BBC News - Published on September 6, 2020

Ex-England all-rounder Capel dies aged 57 Former England and Northamptonshire all-rounder David Capel loses his battle with a brain tumour at the age of 57. BBC News - Published on September 2, 2020
Steelbacks maintain fine start in T20 Blast Northamptonshire beat Birmingham Bears to claim a third straight victory, while Somerset, Hampshire, Sussex and Kent all win in the T20 Blast. BBC News - Published on September 1, 2020
Northamptonshire baby deaths: Warning over sharing beds A safeguarding board warns co-sleeping is a possible cause in an increasing number of infant deaths. BBC News - Published on August 27, 2020

Government faces legal challenge after awarding new 'mega-prison' contract to G4S Private security giant chosen to run new jail in Northamptonshire despite being stripped of contract at HMP Birmingham Independent - Published on August 27, 2020
Northamptonshire Police officer gets stuck in handcuffs in training Firefighters used pedal cutters to release the officer who walked to the fire station for help. BBC News - Published on August 19, 2020
Coronavirus: Greencore staff self-isolate after outbreak Public health officials Northamptonshire are working with the firm, which supplies M&S food. BBC News - Published on August 13, 2020
Bob Willis Trophy: Somerset claim second win after beating Northamptonshire inside two days Somerset become the first side to win two games in the Bob Willis Trophy as they beat Northants in two days to go top of the Central Group. BBC News - Published on August 9, 2020

Bresnan hits Bears ton in Bob Willis Trophy - day two round-up Veteran Tim Bresnan stars on day two of the Bob Willis Trophy with a century on debut as Warwickshire take charge against Northants. BBC News - Published on August 2, 2020
Wicksteed Park: 'Theme park administration brings tears to my eyes' People recall fond memories of Wicksteed Park as the Northamptonshire site goes into administration. BBC News - Published on June 17, 2020
Police probe home's 15 suspected coronavirus deaths Fifteen residents of a Northamptonshire care home have died with Covid-19 or suspected Covid-19. BBC News - Published on June 3, 2020	Fire hits Potterspury Hobby Fish shop The A5 at Potterspury in Northamptonshire is closed while fire crews tackle the blaze. BBC News - Published on May 25, 2020
Coronavirus: Police forces deliver 12-year-old's PPE for grandmother The Wiltshire and Northamptonshire forces help Cameron Douglas deliver his homemade face shields. BBC News - Published on May 12, 2020	Coronavirus: What county cricket has to do to potentially return this summer Northamptonshire club doctor Professor Bill Ribbans tells BBC Look East what cricket must do in order to return this summer. BBC News - Published on May 7, 2020
Ralph Baxter death: Family tribute to 'loving husband' Retired civil servant Ralph Baxter, 74, was attacked while walking his dog in Northamptonshire. BBC News - Published on April 11, 2020	Rail worker killed by passenger train near Roade He was hit on the West Coast Mainline in Northamptonshire on Wednesday. BBC News - Published on April 9, 2020
Coronavirus: NHS staff samples sent to Germany for testing Samples from two Northamptonshire hospitals were sent abroad "to ease pressure on British facilities". BBC News - Published on April 3, 2020	British coronavirus cruise couple back in UK David and Sally Abel, from Northamptonshire, contracted the virus on board the Diamond Princess. BBC News - Published on March 15, 2020
Premiership leaders Exeter score eight tries to thrash Northampton Exeter dominate Northampton with an eight-try performance in a 57-7 Premiership win at Sandy Park. BBC News - Published on February 23, 2020	British coronavirus cruise couple say hospital is 'best place' David and Sally Abel, from Northamptonshire, were transferred from the Diamond Princess to hospital. BBC News - Published on February 20, 2020
Harry Dunn: Car seen driving 'on wrong side of road' by base where teen died Video footage shows latest incident outside RAF Croughton in Northamptonshire Independent - Published on February 14, 2020	Storm Ciara: Disabled pony killed by upturned shelter The Shetland named Diddy has been in the care of a Northamptonshire animal charity for 16 years. BBC News - Published on February 10, 2020
Harry Dunn crash: Police investigate new footage of car driving on wrong side of road near US base Northamptonshire chief constable demands urgent meeting with commander of RAF Croughton Independent - Published on January 18, 2020	Towcester wedding venue 'significantly damaged' in fire Plum Park Hotel in Northamptonshire was unoccupied when the blaze broke out, said the fire service. BBC News - Published on December 24, 2019
Theft of Northamptonshire village Bell End sign 'pathetic' The street in Wollaston, Northamptonshire, often features in top ten lists of rude street names. BBC News - Published on December 1, 2019	Northamptonshire PC dismissed for Auschwitz eBay sales PC Matthew Hart listed barbed wire and "fence insulators" from the concentration camp on the site. BBC News - Published on November 26, 2019
Pulled-over driver thought Northamptonshire police boss wanted race Nick Adderley, of Northamptonshire Police, pulled over the car for "rather excitable driving". BBC News - Published on November 15, 2019	Harry Dunn: Death crash suspect interviewed by police US citizen Anne Sacoolas was granted diplomatic immunity after the crash in Northamptonshire in August. BBC News - Published on October 31, 2019
Ancient anti-witchcraft potion found at old Northamptonshire pub The bottle appears during roof repairs at the birthplace and former home of a legendary "witch". BBC News - Published on October 31, 2019	County Championship: Gloucestershire & Northants promoted to Division One Gloucestershire and Northants are promoted to Division One after both their game and Glamorgan's match at Durham are abandoned. BBC News - Published on September 26, 2019
T20 Blast: Alex Davies guides Lancashire to win at Northants Lancashire's Alex Davies scores an unbeaten 75 as they beat Northants to extend their lead at the top of the T20 Blast North Group. BBC News - Published on August 14, 2019	Northamptonshire sheep slaughter drone patrols launched Nearly 80 sheep have been killed and butchered on farms in Northamptonshire since the start of July. BBC News - Published on August 4, 2019
Under-fire Northamptonshire council 'failing to keep children safe' Northamptonshire children's services has been rated "inadequate" after its latest Ofsted inspection. BBC News - Published on July 29, 2019	Northamptonshire police 'still failing children at risk' Northamptonshire police has not corrected failings around vulnerable children, say inspectors. BBC News - Published on July 24, 2019
Lambs and sheep 'butchered' in attacks in Northamptonshire More than 40 animals are slaughtered in farmers' fields and their carcasses stolen. BBC News - Published on July 14, 2019	Grand Prix: Burst water main closes key route to Silverstone Motorists are urged to avoid a key route to Silverstone after a burst water main in Northampton. BBC News - Published on July 12, 2019
Roman Britain: Wooden arm discovered in Northamptonshire well The carved limb of a young adult is thought to have been used as a "votive offering", say experts. BBC News - Published on June 21, 2019	Seized art from Northamptonshire fraud to be auctioned The collectables include an original image of The Simpsons and artwork from Winnie-the-Pooh. BBC News - Published on June 21, 2019
Finn's Law: Northamptonshire Police collars honour stabbed dog Police dogs in Northamptonshire will now wear named collars to mark a new law to protect them. BBC News - Published on June 11, 2019	Northamptonshire child murders: MP says council leader should resign Northamptonshire County Council's leader should step down over failings which led to two murders, an MP says. BBC News - Published on June 11, 2019
Northamptonshire child murders: Care failings revealed Case reviews into the murders of two toddlers in Northamptonshire prompt claims of "massive failures". BBC News - Published on June 5, 2019	Northamptonshire man, 73, meets long-lost US siblings His mother had a relationship with a US serviceman, but he never knew who he was until decades later. BBC News - Published on June 1, 2019