DDC's Comfort and Joy parcel scheme Warm-hearted residents can offer some cheer to people in need this Christmas by donating items to a festive parcel scheme. The annual Comfort and Joy campaign helps those who are staying in refuges as a result of experiencing domestic abuse, as well as other vulnerable families who are struggling
DDC: Christmas waste and recycling arrangements Daventry District Council's offices will be closed from Christmas Day until they re-open on Monday 4 January 2021. Essential services, such as waste and recycling collections and street cleaning will continue over the festive period, and there will also continue to be arrangements in place in the event of
Ways to combat loneliness this winter As this winter brings new and further challenges for many of us, let’s face loneliness together: one connection at a time. There are downloadable resources and engaging events, along with opportunities for everyone to take part. The Great Winter Get Together is finally here!️ Join in here #KindnessByPost November 29 -
Businesses who had to temporarily close due to lockdown are urged to apply for new grant fund Businesses in Daventry District which have been required to close temporarily due to the lockdown are encouraged to apply for a Local Restrictions Support Grant. The Government fund can provide grants of up to £3,000 to help small
Online exhibitions will showcase conservation plans People can learn about plans to protect the historic interest of a number of parishes across Daventry District during a series of online exhibitions. The sessions are being held as part of reviews of the conservation areas in Badby, Creaton, Great Brington, Preston Capes and Hellidon. There will also
Message from Lucy Wightman, Director of Public Health in Northamptonshire "Dear Residents, I am writing to you directly, as we enter the winter period, to inform you of the current situation relating to Coronavirus in Northamptonshire and specifically the areas in which you live. I’m also hoping to share some key tips to help you
Armed Forces Community Hub survey open till 20 November 2020 Local partners would like to develop ‘Armed Forces Community Hubs’ across Northamptonshire for members of the Armed Forces community (those currently serving, Reservists, Veterans and family members). The Armed Forces Covenant are keen to hear from all members but also welcome views from those in
Consultation on Admission Arrangements for Northamptonshire Schools for 2022 Intake Northamptonshire County Council’s School Admissions Team is co-ordinating a formal consultation on the admissions arrangements for mainstream schools within the county for the September 2022 intakes (primary, junior and secondary). This consultation period allows parents, schools, religious authorities and the local community to comment on
Grant support during these challenging times Grant Support – Western Power Distribution (WPD), is extending its ‘In This Together – Community Matters Fund’ to offer help to the most vulnerable people affected by COVID-19 and in need of additional support at this time. WPD is inviting charities, community groups and local authorities to apply for
New Reach for Health Centre opens its doors A charity which helps transform the lives of people with serious health conditions has opened the doors to its state-of-the-art new centre. Reach for Health provides physiotherapeutic exercise for those who have experienced a traumatic health event such as a heart attack or stroke, as well as
