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Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Roadworks mean delays for drivers for two months
Drivers are being warned of delays for the next two months due to ongoing roadworks. They will affect Higham Road and parts of the A6 in Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire. North Northamptonshire Council said the work, which started on Monday and continues until 22 September, would be split into two phases. During this period, the speed limit of 60mph (96km/h) will be reduced to 30mph (48km/h) and closures and temporary traffic lights were to be expected. It said the two planned phases of the work to resurface Higham Road and install new traffic signals were: From Monday 21 July to Friday 29 August: Higham Road will be closed and two-way temporary traffic lights in place 24-hours a day on the A6 along the Burton Latimer/Higham Ferrers interchange From Friday 29 August to Monday 22 September: Higham Road will remain closed, with two-way traffic lights on the A6 only during the hours of 08:00 to 17:00 BST. Outside these hours, the A6 will remain open. Chris McGiffen, North Northamptonshire Council's Reform UK executive member for highways and travel, said: "Once complete, this work will make a significant difference to this particular stretch of the A6 - improving safety for all users. "We understand that any disruption can be frustrating, but the long-term benefits will outweigh the short-term delays." He said the council appreciated residents' patience while the work was carried out. The works along the A6 are part of the Safer Roads Fund, a road safety initiative for local authorities funded by the Department for Transport. Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Related internet links North Northamptonshire Council
BBC News
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
A6 roadworks in Burton Latimer to last two months
Drivers are being warned of delays for the next two months due to ongoing will affect Higham Road and parts of the A6 in Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire Council said the work, which started on Monday and continues until 22 September, would be split into two this period, the speed limit of 60mph (96km/h) will be reduced to 30mph (48km/h) and closures and temporary traffic lights were to be expected. It said the two planned phases of the work to resurface Higham Road and install new traffic signals were:From Monday 21 July to Friday 29 August: Higham Road will be closed and two-way temporary traffic lights in place 24-hours a day on the A6 along the Burton Latimer/Higham Ferrers interchangeFrom Friday 29 August to Monday 22 September: Higham Road will remain closed, with two-way traffic lights on the A6 only during the hours of 08:00 to 17:00 BST. Outside these hours, the A6 will remain McGiffen, North Northamptonshire Council's Reform UK executive member for highways and travel, said: "Once complete, this work will make a significant difference to this particular stretch of the A6 - improving safety for all users."We understand that any disruption can be frustrating, but the long-term benefits will outweigh the short-term delays."He said the council appreciated residents' patience while the work was carried works along the A6 are part of the Safer Roads Fund, a road safety initiative for local authorities funded by the Department for Transport. Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
BBC News
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Burton Latimer father starts community walking group for dads
A father has launched a fortnightly walking group to provide a support space for local Watts from Burton Latimer, near Kettering in Northamptonshire, created 'Dad's Doddle' after noticing how many social opportunities were available to new mums but not dads. The first walk took place earlier this month at Irchester Country Park, where 19 fathers attended with their children, some in buggies, others walking Watts, who has a 15-month old son, said: "Dads [can] feel a bit side-lined [and] we need to be noticed." Just three weeks after setting up 'Dads Doddle,' more than 500 people have signed up to the group second walk, held at Wicksteed Park in Kettering, saw almost 40 dads attend and future meetups are already being Watts described the group as a place where fathers can be open and feel supported."It's a judge-free zone. You can unwind as much as you want, and we're just there for each other," he 28-year-old father added the emotional response from other parents on social media has made the experience especially meaningful."Even to this day, reading [positive comments] makes me emotional."None of us knew each other before the group started and now we're getting on like we've known each other for years," he said. Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
BBC News
18-06-2025
- BBC News
Tributes issued to Burton Latimer mum found dead in house
The family of a "kind, gentle and much-loved" mother-of-two who was found dead in a house have described her as being "truly beautiful inside and out" and "so much more than a victim".Isobella Knight, 35, was discovered by police in Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire, on went to the property on Donnington Road following initial inquiries into reports of a car crashing at a McDonald's Knight, 35, of Donnington Road, has been charged with her murder and is due to appear at Northampton Crown Court on Wednesday. Police said they received a report of a crash involving a man in a blue Skoda at McDonald's in Folley Way, Burton Latimer, at about 15:30 BST on then discovered Ms Knight's body at the house.A post-mortem examination found Ms Knight, known as Izzy, had died as a result of pressure being applied to her neck. In a tribute issued via the police force, Izzy's mother Helena wrote: "If anyone was born to be a mum, it was Izzy. "She would go without to give her two girls the best possible life and she took them to so many clubs and classes including gymnastics, swimming, drama and dance. "Izzy was an exceptionally talented artist. She studied Fine Art at the University of Hertfordshire and also had her own portraits business which she used to manage alongside a full-time career as a buyer for MM Flowers in Alconbury [in Cambridgeshire] - a job she also really loved. Her portraits were so good, it was like looking at a photograph, not a drawing."In her spare time, Izzy enjoyed kayaking, running and being active. One year she ran the Race for Life to raise money for Cancer Research UK after I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I was so proud of her." 'How do I go on?' Helena added: "There are no words which can adequately describe the pain and anguish I feel. "How do I go on without my daughter? How do I cope knowing her name is never going to come up on my phone again? How do I have a conversation with those two young girls when they are older and they want to know what happened to their mum? The thought of them growing up without her just breaks my heart."I want everyone to know that Izzy was so much more than a victim. She was a loving mother, a treasured daughter, a best friend in sister form, a talented artist, and a great friend. She laughed, she cried, she worked tirelessly to provide for her children, she had dreams, and she loved hard."She was such a lovely woman and I already miss her so much. She will never ever be forgotten and we will make sure her girls grow up knowing what an incredible person she was." Izzy's dad Tim said his daughter was "a kind, nurturing and beautiful person"."She was loved by everyone around her and was a totally devoted mum to her two children," he wrote."Being Izzy's dad has been the greatest joy, a pleasure and a privilege. She has been taken so tragically and now we must all somehow learn to live on without her." Izzy's "Nanny" Valerie, added: "She was a talented artist and her pictures will forever hang on my walls."My heart is now breaking because of this cruel act. I will always love you Isobella." Rebecca Brown, one of Izzy's neighbours, said news of her murder had "touched the whole community".She said: "Whenever I saw her she had a lovely warm smile and would always say 'hi'."She was an amazing mum and we often heard her and the little girls playing and singing in the garden."It's very quiet in this part of the neighbourhood now without them here - we're all very shocked." Mr Knight appeared at Northampton Magistrates' Court on Monday, where he was committed to the crown plea has been entered yet. Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
The Independent
16-06-2025
- The Independent
Woman found dead in house named as man appears in court charged with murder
A woman who was found dead inside a house has been named by police as Isobella Knight after a man appeared in court charged in connection with her death. Ms Knight, known as Izzy, was found dead at a property in Donnington Road in Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire, on Friday afternoon. Northamptonshire Police made the discovery after they were called to reports that a man had crashed his car at a McDonald's on Folley Way, the force previously said. Detectives from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (Emsou) said a preliminary post-mortem indicated Ms Knight, who was formally identified at Leicester Royal Infirmary on Monday, died as a result of applied pressure to her neck. A 35-year-old man arrested on Friday appeared before Northampton Magistrates' Court on Monday charged with her murder. Paul Knight, of Donnington Road, Burton Latimer, was remanded into custody until Wednesday, when he will make his first appearance at Northampton Crown Court. Specially trained officers are supporting Ms Knight's family, police said. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of Emsou, said: 'Our thoughts and condolences are with Izzy's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. 'She was a much-loved daughter, sister and mother and the devastation caused by her death is immeasurable. 'Our team continue to work at pace to ensure her loved ones have the answers they need, and to secure justice for Izzy.' Anyone with information which could assist detectives, including CCTV, smart doorbell or dash-cam footage, is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, Crimestoppers on 0800 555111, or they can submit advice online
