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The best outdoor pools and lidos for a summer swim in the UK

With hot weather on the way, why not cool off in one of these pools or lidos?

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The message that will have parents of Year 6 leavers in Northamptonshire bursting into tears

A message has emerged on social media that has had parents of Year 6 leavers reaching for the tissues in Northamptonshire.

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Win magical break for four in Warwickshire’s very first holiday home tree house

How would you like to win a magical break for four people in Warwickshire’s very first holiday home tree house?

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Travel review: Gourmet paradise in the Alps

Travel writer Jan Henderson has a taste of the Michelin-starred high life in the Austrian mountain resort of Ischgl.

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McDonald's contributes £8.5m annually to Northampton economy, report reveals

McDonald's restaurants and its suppliers have made a combined contribution of £8.5m annually to Northampton, according to an independent report commissioned by the fast food giant.

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Buddies has launched its 'kids eat free' summer offer

American diner chain in Northants launch 'kids eat free' deal for summer holidays

Children can eat for free for the entire summer holidays thanks to an American diner chain.

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Families enjoyable the inflatables at Daventry Leisure Centre.

Fun 'Wicked Wednesday' activities for youngsters in Daventry this summer

Action-packed but affordable activities for children will be taking place at Daventry Leisure Centre on Wednesdays during the school summer holidays.

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These are the 20 most delayed airlines operating in the UK

New research has revealed the airlines which have the longest average delay for departures from UK airports, with the average delay across all flights coming in at 16 minutes.

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Travel: Jersey Island Escape on a six day Saga holiday

Ian Cooper enjoys a world-class beach and great food just a short hop away

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The beaches on Sanibel and Cayo Costa are super for shelling

Travel: Fort Myers and Sanibel have it all

That’s natural delights, sport, history and lots of fun, says Ruth Brindle

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Pictures give first look at stunning new waterside holiday homes at popular resort on border of Bucks and Northamptonshire

Pictures of a new holiday home development on the border of Bucks and Northamptonshire have been revealed.

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The Family Cinema Day is returning for a ninth time at Daventry Country Park next month.

See Hugh Jackman and Emily Blunt on a big screen at Daventry Country Park

Exciting family-favourite films can be watched on a big screen in Daventry next month with the return of the annual Family Cinema Day.

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Ed Cooke is saddling up for an 100-mile charitable bike ride.

Cookie's getting on his bike for charity

A Daventry council worker is saddling up for an arduous 100-mile bike ride in support of the Meningitis Now charity.

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Village country pub making its mark on the Northamptonshire food scene

There is a new and exciting pub on the block and it's packing a punch with foodies looking for something a little bit different.

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This is what 1,000 can fetch you across the UK

This is what you can rent for £1,000 per month across the UK

Renting prices and what you could bag yourself for a £1,000 vary wildly across the UK.

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Twycross Zoo's efforts to help save endangered tigers

I've always had a soft spot for tigers - maybe that's why I've got a ginger cat as a pet.

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Events such as the free Family Cinema Day were among the community activities put on by Daventry District Council over the past 12 months.

District groups boosted by a bumper year of funding

Residents have benefited from a record-breaking year of community events, projects and grant funding from Daventry District Council.

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These common household items should be kept out of reach from your furry friend

These 14 common household items could kill your cat

Welcoming a cat into your home is sure to bring hours of playtime and fun, but there are many things to consider to ensure they stay healthy and safe.

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