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Getting to and from St James, public or private transport?
Public transport is a vital part of everyday life and really has a positive impact on your overall carbon footprint. As of 2023, the...

Francesca Roche
Dec 15, 20232 min read
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Beavers may come back to St James End after half a millennium as charities campaign for free roam
Beavers may be seen back in St James End after almost 500 years of absence after the Wildlife Trust announced its beaver reintroduction...

Francesca Roche
Dec 15, 20234 min read
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The Doddridge Centre from then to now
The Doddridge Centre in Northampton provides for the local community which has a wide range of facilities to be used. The centre is...

Natallia Evans
Dec 15, 20233 min read
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Unique St James End charity brings a creative change to child therapy
Northamptonshire charity provides a fresh perspective to helping children and families cope with trauma. The charity Kids Aid began in...

Francesca Roche
Dec 15, 20231 min read
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How the library in the Doddridge Centre helps the local community of St James
On July 25th, 2022, the Doddridge Centre in St James opened its doors to the library. The County Council previously wanted to close...

Natallia Evans
Dec 14, 20232 min read
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St James End, an overlooked community
Overshadowed by its neighbours Duston and the town centre, St James End sits on the west and deprived side of town. And unless you’re an...

Francesca Roche
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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St James Youth Club gives space for young people
The Doddridge Centre makes space for the young people of St James End. The youth club was recently created by the Doddridge Centre to...

Francesca Roche
Dec 11, 20231 min read
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A popular St. James community hub hosts Christmas Fair
By Jessica McLoughlin St. James End residents flocked to the Doddridge Centre on December 9 to enjoy the annual Christmas Fair. The...

Jessica McLoughlin
Dec 9, 20231 min read
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Residents do not feel safe cycling through St James
Today, St James is largely overrun by housing, which has a negative impact on quick and easy transport. Those who cycle through the Main...

Francesca Roche
Dec 9, 20232 min read
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The History of Franklin's Gardens
By Jessica McLoughlin You know Franklin's Gardens: The iconic rugby stadium and home of Northampton Saints, but do you know its history?...

Jessica McLoughlin
Dec 8, 20231 min read
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A Northamptonshire Band are Coming to St. James End
By Jessica McLoughlin Rock returns to St. James End as Eyes Wide Open are set to perform at Thomas 'A' Becket on Saturday December 9. The...

Jessica McLoughlin
Dec 8, 20231 min read
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Looking for a walk in St James? Why not try Victoria Park?
Victoria Park is a public park in St James which is said to be a quiet 16-acre retreat. It is located near the train station in St James...

Natallia Evans
Dec 7, 20231 min read
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History of the St James End National Lift Tower
The National Lift Tower in St James is used as an abseil tower and is currently the UK’s tallest lift tower. Before it was used as an...

Natallia Evans
Dec 1, 20232 min read
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How the Thomas A Becket Pub got its name
Thomas A Becket has a history that exceeds centuries in Northamptonshire, this led to a pub in St James End being named after him. Who...

Natallia Evans
Nov 29, 20231 min read
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Could bad air be affecting those in St James?
St James End has been declared as an Air Quality Management Area (AQMA). An AQMA is an area in which the local air quality doesn’t meet...

Natallia Evans
Nov 28, 20232 min read
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Gotta Catch 'em All! A Pokémon Go Guide to St. James End
With Pokémon Go bigger than ever, this is your go-to guide for PokeStops and Gyms in St. James End!

Jessica McLoughlin
Nov 24, 20232 min read
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St James' Historic Bus Depot has been sold to West Northamptonshire Council
By Jessica McLoughlin Campaigners are fighting for the legacy of St James Bus Depot, which West Northamptonshire council now own.

Jessica McLoughlin
Nov 17, 20231 min read
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St James floods of 1998
The Easter floods in 1998 hit Northamptonshire hard, especially St James End which was submerged in water. On April 10th, 1998, Good...

Natallia Evans
Nov 14, 20232 min read
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Riverside Walk's stunning and hidden landscape
St James Retail Park Riverside Walk is a slight hidden walkway which is surrounded by beautiful scenes. If you fancy a nice stroll by the...

Natallia Evans
Nov 4, 20232 min read
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Northampton’s Doddridge Centre is appealing for winter clothes
By Jessica McLoughlin The Doddridge Centre in St. James End is asking people to donate winter clothes to help people in need. The...

Jessica McLoughlin
Nov 1, 20231 min read
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