Author: Vicky Smith
5 Facts About Burglary - Protect Your Home This Summer
As the hot sun continues to shine, detectives across Northamptonshire working in the Force's Burglary Team issue advice to help people protect their homes from burglars.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Rogers, said: "First of all I want to make it clear that the only people 'responsible' for a burglary are the burglars themselves and in an ideal situation we would not have to issue crime prevention advice.... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:53 by Vicky Smith
Warning: Hidden Dangers of Swimming in Open Water
With the high temperatures expected to continue into this weekend (July 23/24), Northamptonshire Police is urging the public not to be tempted to swim in unsafe open waters.
The warning is being issued following the death of a number of young people who have sadly drowned in England over the past few days after getting into difficulties in rivers, lakes, canals, and quarries.
Whilst the Northamptonshire... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:44 by Vicky Smith
Distraction Thefts in Supermarket Car Parks
Distraction Thefts in Supermarket car parks
Thieves are operating in supermarket car parks by approaching unaccompanied women to tell them that damage has been caused to the rear of their car. When going to check, someone then removes handbags or purses from the front passenger seat and uses debit card to steal cash from ATMs. Please take the following steps to prevent this crime:
• Cover your PIN... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:50 by Vicky Smith
Over 12 Million Suspicious Emails Reported by the Public
What is phishing and how does it work?
You wouldn't let a thief enter your home, but what if the thief was masquerading as someone familiar, such as a postman, and tricked you into opening the door? Phishing works in a similar way - criminals impersonate trusted organisations by creating legitimate-looking messages and websites in order to trick people into opening the doors to their personal information.... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 Jul 2022 12:58 by Vicky Smith
Northamptonshire Police issue warning following fresh spate of courier fraud incidents
Officers at Northamptonshire Police are again encouraging members of the public to make their elderly relatives aware of courier fraud following fresh reports in the county.
Courier fraud involves fraudsters telephoning a potential victim, claiming to be from their bank, the police, or another law enforcement authority, and tricking them into revealing their PIN number, bank card and personal details.... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:41 by Vicky Smith
Minutes from Annual Parish Meeting
The draft minutes from the meeting held on 16th May 2022 can be accessed by clicking on the link below:
Posted: Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:49 by Vicky Smith
Grab a Jab in Wellingborough
The Mobile Vaccination Service will be at Market Street, Wellingborough (opposite Lloyds Bank) between 9am and 5pm on Thursday 26th May to Saturday 28th May
Drop in for your COVID spring booster - for ages 75+. 1st or 2nd doses* for ages 5+ and boosters for 16+
*if you are under 18 your 2nd dose should be at least 12 weeks after your 1st dose.
For ages 18+ your 2nd dose must be at least 8 weeks after... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 26 May 2022 17:40 by Vicky Smith
Road Closure between Wilby and Mears Ashby
Please be aware of emergency road closure by KierWSP for Wilby Road, Mears Ashby and Mears Ashby Road, Wilby. The road will be closed for four days from 24th May 2022 for category 1 repairs.
Should you require additional information please contact Darren Lake on 07564 641299
Posted: Tue, 24 May 2022 14:20 by Vicky Smith
Free County Lines Drugs Webinar for Parents and Carers
Would you like to understand more about county lines in Northamptonshire? Register for this upcoming webinar and learn how to keep your children safe.
Tuesday 17 May, 7pm - 8.30pm
Posted: Wed, 11 May 2022 14:30 by Vicky Smith
Wilby Annual Parish Meeting 2022
Wilby's Annual Parish Meeting will be held on Monday 16th May 2022 starting at 7.30pm in the Parish Church and followed by the annual/ordinary parish council meeting. Everyone is welcome. The agenda can be accessed via the link below.
Posted: Wed, 11 May 2022 12:47 by Vicky Smith