News
MP gives boost to campaign for small businesses
MP Andrew Selous this week visited companies in Dunstable to promote the Federation of Small Businesses’ “Keep Trade Local” campaign
‘We’re not pooh -poohing dog mess problem’
Central Beds Council has vowed to crack down on dog owners not clearing up after their pets – after only issuing one fine in the past year.
Prison for fake DVD duo
Two men given prison sentences at Luton Crown Court on Tuesday (May 21) for their part in an international counterfeiting operation that generated criminal profits of hundreds of thousands of pounds.
Battles, armour and a lot of fun
Families stepped back in time to have fun and learn about historic culture at Dunstable’s Medieval Weekend.
‘Parents go hungry to feed their children’
An urgent appeal is calling for food donations to save people in need from going hungry, in Dunstable, Houghton Regis and the rest of Central Beds.
Shared space not suitable for all users
A four-year-old girl was involved in a collision with a car in Court Drive on Monday (May 20) – an incident which residents have labelled ‘not unexpected’.
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Sport
Walker released by Hatters
Striker Dan Walker has not been offered a new contract by manager John Still and will leave the club when his contract expires this summer.
Cullen happy to feel wanted by Hatters
New Town signing Mark Cullen admitted the persistence of Hatters manager John Still was a major factor behind him agreeing to join, writes Mike Simmonds.
First Team GB vest for Bakare
Lutonian Sabrina Bakare is the latest young athlete to be selected for higher honours after going through Active Luton’s developmental athletics programmes.
Hatters fans and mascots video
Luton Town Football Club has always had terrific support - both at home and away.
Athletic suffer extra time cup final defeat
Kent Athletic lost 1-0 to Baldock Town after extra time in the Anagram Records Trophy final on Saturday.
Pakistanis on top of the league after Luton win
Luton Pakistanis climbed to the top of the Luton & District Midweek Cricket League Premier table after comfortably beating Luton CC on Tuesday night.
Video
Hatters fans and mascots video
Luton Town Football Club has always had terrific support - both at home and away.
Lifestyle
Review: Evita
It was just five minutes into the award-winning show at Milton Keynes Theatre when I discovered my love for Evita.
What Would Beyonce Do?! (Review)
Nearly 24 hours since all the single (and not-so-single) ladies of the news team went to see Luisa Omielan’s sensational show and we are still buzzing from the bootylicious, Beyoncé-crazy performance.
Singing out to help hospice
The story of Pasque Harmony is a heartwarming tale of selflessness and success.
VIDEO: Medieval Siege Society in action video
Young and old enjoyed the attractions at the Dunstable Medieval Weekend.
Top 10 things to bear in mind when applying for planning permission
“Applying for planning permission can be a daunting experience, but it needn’t be that way if some thought is put into potential pitfalls that can be avoided,” says Michael Holmes, spokesperson for The Southern Homebuilding & Renovating Show which will be at Surrey’s Sandown Park on Saturday and Sunday, June 29 and 30.
Alan Dee’s movie preview: The Hangover Part 3, Epic
It’s not uncommon for those who have supped not wisely but too well to wake up the morning after and make heartfelt vows about their future behaviour.
Community
Hatters fans and mascots video
Luton Town Football Club has always had terrific support - both at home and away.
Save the world while eating biscuits
If your hand is always in the biscuit tin, why not put your snacking habit to good use by saving the environment and raising money for charity?
VIDEO: Medieval Siege Society in action video
Young and old enjoyed the attractions at the Dunstable Medieval Weekend.
VIDEO: May Queen Megan’s crowning achievement at village fair video
About five hundred people turned out for the packed programme of fun at this year’s Studham May Fair, on Saturday, May 18.
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