This week we’re looking back at shops that have opened in our towns from national chains to local independents.
See which ones you remember from your shopping trips in the high street.
Some have stood the test of time while others have changed hands – so take a trip down memory lane.
5. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Rushden, Store Twenty One, opening of new shop on the High St. l-r Carlo Imbornone (regional manager) Mayor of Rushden Carol Childs, and Sarah Palmer (store manager) with staff members - September 2010 Photo: Alison.Bagley
6. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Wellingborough, Cyclelife cycle shop opens: Mayor and Mayoress Ken & Jean Harrington, along with Pro-BMX rider Nik Ford, open the shop in style. 2012 Photo: Kit Mallin
7. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Thrapston, Forget-Me-Not, new shop opened by Michelle Goring - June 2008 Photo: Alison Bagley
8. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Corby old village cafe re-opens: New owner Kate Witukiewicz, outside Sarrington's, one of the oldest shops in the village - 2010 Photo: Kit Mallin