Tag: Daventry
Website zooms in on county's top images
English Heritage launch their new site, The Images of England project, which gives photos, details and much more."Althorp House, the Express Lifts Tower and the old Cannon Cinema are among county landmarks featured in a new photo archive by English Heritage.
A picture...
Town tries out Cybercar concept
"A driverless car which is controlled by computer and uses lasers to avoid obstacles is being demonstrated in a Northamptonshire town.
Daventry is investigating ways to increase the use of public transport and reduce...
Stunt stupidity is captured on video
"Officials have condemned the antics of a young motorist who is filmed accidentally flipping his car on to its roof during a dangerous stunt posted on the video-sharing website YouTube.
The mobile phone footage shows...
UFOs in Northamptonshire UK
There have been 27 UFO sightings in Northamptonshire, England, over the last 10 years, according to the Ministry of Defence. (UFO Reports)
The first UFO sighting ever recorded in Northamptonshire was in 1387. Many...
Coroner urges speedy reform of discipline
"The coroner who heard evidence about the death of a teenage boy in a youth jail in Northamptonshire has written to Justice Minister Jack Straw urging speedy reform of the way children are disciplined in custody.
An inquest jury found the death of Gareth Myatt, who choked to...
Officials rapped for hotel stay bill
"SENIOR executives at Daventry District Council have come under fire after running up a £1,300 bill for an overnight stay at a hotel only six miles from their offices."''The days are gone, when council perks allow spending for personal enjoyment. They forget who pays their...
A NEW canal marina for Daventry, UK
A NEW canal marina, outdoor swimming pool and redeveloped car park could be in store for Daventry if a new blueprint for the town goes ahead.
Daventry District Council has launched its "masterplan"...
