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It's launch day for our Virtual Gardens Tours
It's launch day for our Virtual Gardens Tours, and from today we will be releasing 1 Rushden garden per day (over the next couple of weeks) for you to tour virtually over on the Discover Rushden website.
Today's garden is titled 'Chez Oak'
'Chimney pots adorning an old metal window frame obtained from an empty factory'
Please check out this imaginative garden here:https://www.discoverrushden.co.uk/chez-oak... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:00 by Michelle Lewis
Road Closure - Church Street, Rushden 22nd August 2021
Information received today from Northamptonshire HighwaysDear All,Cadent Gas are intending on installing a new gas connection on Church Street in Rushden.Due to the location of the connection, it will be necessary to close the section between Alfred Street and High Street for one day on the 22nd August 2021.The closure and diversion can be viewed here https://one.network/?tm=122684755
Posted: Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:54 by Admin
Mayor’s surprise visit for the knight’s Blue Sapphire Wedding Anniversary
Pat and Derek Knight of Rushden celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary.
Today, on behalf of Rushden Town Council, Town Mayor, Cllr Melanie Coleman surprised the anniversary couple at their home to congratulate them on reaching this fantastic milestone. And with thanks to their daughter Julie, we were able to share their beautiful and inspiring story with you all.
Pat (86) and Derek (88) have lived... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:51 by Michelle Lewis
Highways England - A45 Chowns Mill - Revised Road Closure Notification
Highways England wishes to advise customers of their new and revised road closure plans.The closures are necessary to safely carry out improvement works at the A45 Chowns Mill junctionPlease see the amended planned road closure schedule.
Posted: Mon, 05 Jul 2021 09:38 by Admin
Highways England - A45 Chowns Mill - Project Update and Road Closure Information
Highways England - A45 Chowns Mill - Project Update and Road Closure Information
Posted: Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:22 by Admin
National Thank You Day - 4th July
This Sunday is the nation's first ever Thank You Day!
So many have kept us going through the last year, whether it's colleagues, family & friends or even businesses and community groups.
Do you have someone you'd like to thank this Thank You Day? Nominate an overlooked hero for us to share over our social media.
The first 10 nominations will also receive a recorded 'thank you' video message from Town... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:20 by Michelle Lewis
John and Ann Beal's Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Congratulations to John and Ann Beal who celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary last Thursday!Town Mayor, Cllr Melanie Coleman dropped by to congratulate the couple after a service they attended at St Mary's Church. A surprise organised by a friend of the couple.What a fantastic milestone to reach, we wish you all the very best!
Posted: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:52 by Michelle Lewis
Save the Date - Bark in the Park Fun Dog Show 2021
SAVE THE DATE for... Rushden's Bark in the Park - fun dog show
Sunday 5th September 2021
The Walled Garden @ Hall Park
10am till 4pm
Sponsored by Gladwells Pet & Country Stores
More information coming soon!
Posted: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:46 by Michelle Lewis
Rushden Soap Box Derby is back for 2021!
It's the news you've all been waiting for! Rushden's infamous Soap Box Derby is back for 2021!Sunday 3 October - Get this date in your diary as it's one not to be missed.ENTRY CLASSES: AGES 6-11 / 12-16 / 17 +Entry forms available from: competitions@rushdentowncouncil.gov.ukSponsored by Kingtools Rushden
Posted: Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:22 by Michelle Lewis
Mayor's surprise Anniversary visit for the Kempson's Golden Wedding
Last Saturday (19th June) Town Mayor, Cllr Melanie Coleman visited Vicki and Brian kempson as a surprise organised by their family to congratulate them on their Golden Wedding Anniversary.
The mayor arrived at the Couple's home just as the celebratory family BBQ had started and they spent some time chatting…
Vicki, who has lived in Rushden all of her life, met Brian (originally from Bilston, Staffordshire)... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:37 by Michelle Lewis