Newspapers

Local newspapers date from 1720 to the present.

They include:

Northampton Central Library

• Northampton Mercury 1729 - the present.
• Northampton Herald 1834 -
• Northampton Daily reporter (Echo) 1900 - 1931.
• Northampton Daily Chronicle 1900 - 1931.
• Northampton Chronicle and Echo 1931 - the present.
• Northampton Independent (1905 - 1985)

Kettering library

• Kettering Leader.
• Kettering Evening Telegraph.

Wellingborough library

• Wellingborough News 1950 -

Rushden library

• Rushden Echo & Argos 1898 - 1950.

Daventry library

• Daventry Express 1959 -

Brackley library

• Brackley & Towcester Advertiser 1960 -

Indexes to some titles are available, please contact the relevant library for details (see Related Sections below).

Please note: that most newspapers can only be viewed on microfilm and it is advisable to contact the relevant library and book a microfilm reader in advance of your visit.

Local Newspaper Index

A selection of articles from local newspapers has been indexed by Northamptonshire Libraries and Information Service since June 1999.

The index is added to every week and includes items of local or historical interest and current affairs. A brief description of each article is included.

• For more information visit the Local Newspaper Index (new window)

Related Sections:

• Public Libraries