Kettering news on Friday, October 23, 2026
In Kettering on Friday, October 23, 2026: Stabbing incident at Kettering hotel; Halloween events this weekend. Also: A man was injured in a stabbing at a Kettering motel; both victim and suspect are now facing charges; Health Secretary Yvette Cooper is meeting Kettering's MP to discuss the paused maternity unit at Kettering General Hospital. Weather: Rainy and windy today with 8–11°C; expect 15 mm of rain and gusts to 39 km/h.
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- A man was injured in a stabbing at a Kettering motel; both victim and suspect are now facing charges.WHIO TV ·
- Health Secretary Yvette Cooper is meeting Kettering's MP to discuss the paused maternity unit at Kettering General Hospital.BBC ·
- This weekend: The Duke's Magical Maze & Menagerie at Boughton House near Kettering offers Halloween activities.Northamptonshire Telegraph ·
Safety & emergencies
- Kettering's bp pulse EV charging hub has been targeted by cable thieves.Northamptonshire Telegraph ·
Events & going out
- Saturday 24 Oct: We Care Arts hosts Trunk or Treat in Kettering (time and location TBC).WKEF ·
- Kettering popup hangout at a business park brings food, music and live events.WYSO ·
- Northamptonshire Bonfire Night events are being listed; check local displays planned for early November.Northamptonshire Telegraph ·
Business & new openings
- A Kettering venue now hosts the world's second installation of a new virtual archery game.Northamptonshire Telegraph ·
Housing & real estate
- Two former Northamptonshire care homes are on the market for £1.75 million or more.TheBusinessDesk.com ·
- Kettering, Corby and Wellingborough families on benefits are £152 monthly short for three-bedroom homes as help stays frozen.Northamptonshire Telegraph ·
Health & care
Sports
- Varsity football: Beavercreek High School vs. Kettering Fairmont (details TBC).NFHS Network ·
- Girls soccer: Kettering Fairmont played Oak Hills in OHSAA playoffs on 22 Oct.NFHS Network ·
Community & volunteering
- A local school donated to Kettering Food Bank to support families in need.Northamptonshire Telegraph ·
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