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.

17. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Kettering, Apocalypse Comics, Market Street. Mario Coleman and Brendon Irons Photo: d ikin

18. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Corby Opening of new Ethel Austin shop - 2009 Photo: Alan Castle

19. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Kettering 'Junior Choice' opens l-r Linda Murray, Rosie Greenall (owner), Sophie Lavender - February 2012 Photo: Alison Bagley

20. Looking back to when these shops opened in Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough and Rushden areas
Kettering, 5th Element new shop opens in Kettering next to clock tower. Diana Damyanova owner December 2008 Photo: Alison Bagley
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