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UPDATE ON ADVANCE IMPROVEMENT WORKS – A45 / A6 CHOWNS MILL ROUNDABOUT PROGRAMME AMENDMENT
Highways England have today announced the following:-
Over the last few weeks we have been monitoring the impact of Network Rail's roadworks on the A45 at Higham Road Bridge. We understand that delivering advance works at the Chowns Mill Roundabout will put added pressure on the local road network, as well as businesses and communities. We have therefore made the decision to reduce our current programme... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 19 Feb 2019 10:09 by Admin
Happy Valentines Day
The bikes are back! Happy Valentines Day to the residents of Rushden!
Posted: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 11:16 by admin
Washbrook Road Tunnel Competition
Only 1 week to go, entries will close on Friday 15 February 2019.
To download an entry form or more information visit: www.east-northamptonshire.gov.uk/washbrookrdtunnel or email lhawes@east-northamptonshire.gov.uk
Posted: Fri, 08 Feb 2019 12:08 by Admin
Rushden Town Council - Grounds Maintenance Contract
Rushden Town Council (the Council) is seeking tenders from suitably qualified organisations for the supply of a flexible and responsive Grounds Maintenance Service. Rushden has a population of 30,000 and has been designated as a growth town. Rushden has seen significant development over the last 20 years, resulting in 42 parks and open spaces now being owned by the Council. The Council also owns and... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 06 Feb 2019 15:28 by admin
Soap Box Derby 2019
Rushden's Soap Box Derby will be held on 9 June 2019 in Hall Park. Build your own Soap Box and come along and join in the fun.
There will be a full week of events running from 8 June to 16 June. Brochures with full Programme of Events will be available from May onwards. Keep your eyes open for more details!
Rules and Entry Forms for the Soap Box Derby here!
Posted: Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:16 by admin
Update - Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP)
Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP)
Rough Sleeper Severe Weather Provision
Night time temperatures are due to increase above zero. As a result the Council has de-activated it's Severe Weather Scheme for rough sleepers.
Despite the closure of East Northamptonshire's provision. If you, or someone you are aware of, are facing the prospect of rough sleeping please call the council's housing options... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 04 Feb 2019 10:05 by Admin
Mayor's Awards 2018 - 2019
Rushden Town Council is seeking nominations for the Mayor's Awards for Services to the Community for the year 2018 / 2019. The Mayor's Award is given to an individual for their work and commitment within the community of Rushden over a number of years. (Group nominations will not be eligible for an award.)
Please submit the name and address of nominees, together with details of the reason for their... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 29 Jan 2019 13:39 by admin
Rough Sleeper Severe Weather Provision.
Sent on behalf of East Northamptonshire Council.
Rough Sleeper Severe Weather Provision.This facility is only for rough sleepers currently in the East Northamptonshire District. All Local Authoritites are required to operate a rough sleeper provision therefore rough sleepers in other areas should contact their local council for assistance.
Due to the current severe weather, the Council has activated... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 29 Jan 2019 09:29 by Admin
Section of A45 between Rushden and Wellingborough to close for EIGHT MONTHS
A stretch of one of Northamptonshire's busiest roads will close for eight months for major rail works. The westbound section of the A45 Higham Road, between Rushden and Wellingborough, will close to traffic on February 4.
All traffic will use the eastbound section in a contraflow system until the A45 fully re-opens on October 16. The railway bridge on the westbound section - which is lower than the... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 09:44 by Admin
Advance works on the A45 at Chowns Mill
NOTIFICATION OF ADVANCE IMPROVEMENT WORKS-A45 / A6 CHOWNS MILL ROUNDABOUT
Advance work to the existing carriageway on the A45 / AS Chowns Mill roundabout. This is essential preparatory work for our main Chowns Mill roundabout improvement scheme, scheduled for early 2020. The work will involve the installation of new duct crossings under the carriageway for utility and telecom providers. site clearance... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 08:43 by Admin
