Northampton news on Thursday, October 29, 2026
In Northampton on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Traffic camera live this weekend; £70 fine for breaches. Also: Council plans to introduce more 20mph speed limits across Northampton; New smokehouse restaurant opens in town centre hotel. Weather: Mostly cloudy with rain not expected; 9–14°C and breezy winds up to 12 km/h.
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Headlines
- New council traffic enforcement camera goes live this weekend; £70 fine for breaches.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
News & local government
- Council plans to introduce more 20mph speed limits across Northampton.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
- Town to receive 51 more electric buses by 2027.BBC ·
Safety & emergencies
Events & going out
- Northampton Diwali Festival of Lights, Market Square, Saturday 1 November.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
- Blood Brothers musical returns to Royal & Derngate this November.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
- Michael and Hilary Whitehall announce Northampton show as part of UK tour.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
Food & drink
- New smokehouse restaurant opens in town centre hotel.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
- Eleven Northampton and West Northamptonshire venues receive top food hygiene marks.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
Business & new openings
- Plans submitted for next phase of £70m Northampton town centre development.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
- Major gym chain at Northampton shopping centre reopens after sudden closure.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
Culture & arts
- Local author working towards self-publication of second book in 2027.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
- Northampton comedy venue approaches 10 years of quality shows.Northampton Chronicle and Echo ·
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