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Monday 31 October 2016

Awesome 1980s event in Dunstable will raise money for Keech

Dunstable childminder Kirstie Riches will never forget her much-missed Grandad, Jim Green.

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Luton dementia cafe is launched

There’s a new cafe in town that offers people with any form of dementia, plus their partners and carers, a little respite on a Wednesday afternoon.

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WARNING: viewers may find this video distressing Family works with police over mobile phone dangers

The families of four people killed by a lorry driver distracted by his mobile phone have worked with police to highlight the dangers

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10 years for killing family on A34

A 30-year-old lorry driver has been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment at Reading Crown Court today after being convicted of causing the deaths of a mother and three children in a crash on the A34 while he was using his mobile phone.

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Youngsters are honoured in a glittering awards ceremony

Young guests enjoyed a dazzling time at this year’s Central Bedfordshire Looked-After Children and Care Leavers Achievement Awards.

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Sunday 30 October 2016

Skating rink returns to town centre

A skating rink and carousel will take centre stage at St George’s Square, Luton, this Christmas thanks to Luton Business Improvement District (BID).

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Saturday 29 October 2016

Royal Mail to open nine Christmas parcel centres

Royal Mail is to open nine temporary parcel centres across the UK - employing 3,300 workers across the sites.

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RSPCA issues warning over winter dog abuse

Britain’s biggest animal charity are dealing with a spike in cruelty cases - including a German Shepherd without any fur.

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Babies should share bedroom with parents - but in their own bed

Babies should sleep in the same rooms as their parents for the first year of their lives - but never in the same bed - as it reduces cot death by 50 per cent.

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Friday 28 October 2016

How dogs are really affected by fireworks – and what you can do to help

Whether it’s bonfire night or just an everyday celebration, every winter, as soon as the clocks go back, the fireworks begin.

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday set to boost Christmas sales

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are forecast to make it a very merry Christmas for Britain’s retail sector as shoppers go on a seasonal spending spree.

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Fake WhatsApp messages from Sainsbury’s and Topshop

A warning has been issued by ActionFraud over fake Sainsbury’s and Topshop voucher deals which are reaching WhatsApp users.

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Taxi drivers warned over gang raids

Taxi drivers are being targetted in a series of robberies around the Ely Way area of Leagrave.

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Gang using busway for knifepoint robberies

A gang is using the Luton/Dunstable busway to commit a series of robberies police have revealed.

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Serial sex offender may have additional victims in Bedfordshire

A serial paedophile jailed for 13 years today may have victims from Bedfordshire, police have said.

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Council suspends garden waste service

Luton Borough Council is suspending the brown recycling bin collection (garden waste) from December to February.

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How dogs are really affected by fireworks – and what you can do to help

Whether it’s Bonfire Night, Thanksgiving, or just an everyday celebration, every winter, as soon as the clocks go back, the fireworks begin. And while some aren’t affected in the slightest, around 45 per cent of dogs have a firework phobia, something that is becoming an increasingly serious welfare concern. However, with the right training you can help your dog to become more confident during firework season.

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Kerbing collections

Kerbside collection of household garden waste will be suspended across Central Bedfordshire over the winter months.

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Thursday 27 October 2016

AUDIO: Heartbreaking 999 call from terrified elderly woman highlights Halloween hooligan issue

Police released the audio from the call in a bid to warn people celebrating on October 31 to look out for elderly neighbours.

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Luton boxer opens Keech’s new look charity shop

A Luton boxer officially opened the first of three new look charity shops in support of Keech Hospice Care on Tuesday.

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Suspected terrorism arrests for Luton man and woman

A man and Luton from woman have been arrested on suspected terrorism offences.

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Sadness turns to joy with iguana babies

Helping to save a tropical iguana from extinction is now a badge of honour worn by the team at the English countryside setting of Shuttleworth College.

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Pop-up venue is at Marsh Farm

Four days of fun and entertainment start today (October 27) when the UK’s national theatre of new plays, Paines Plough, brings its pop-up Roundabout to Marsh Farm.

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Wednesday 26 October 2016

Coffee morning fires up funds for kids’ cause

Two kind-hearted Luton mums are holding a coffee morning to raise the public’s awareness of Rett Syndrome.

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Herald and Post inspires kind donation to Penrose charity

A generous man has donated his rotavator to a Luton horticultural project after a heart attack stopped him gardening.

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POLL: Bake Off begins - how will our Candice do?

It’s started - the Great British Bake Off final.

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Will it be Bake Off take-off for Candice tonight?

Bedford’s own Candice Brown could be crowned the UK’s new culinary queen tonight, when the final of the Great British Bake Off is aired.

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Standing ovation from European Parliament on his final day for long serving East of England MEP Richard Howitt

The East of England’s Euro MP Richard Howitt received a standing ovation from all sides of the European Parliament chamber on his last day in the European Parliament, where he has served for 22 years.

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Did you see crash in Luton that left a man in a critical condition?

Police are investigating after a two vehicle collision in Luton on Tuesday afternoon.

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Parents allow kids to spend over 20 hours at computer over half term

Many parents will let their kids spend more than 20 HOURS in front of a computer screen this half term, according to new research.

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Six of the best pumpkin ideas and how to make them

Halloween is fast approaching so to save you panicking about your pumpkin, we’ve pulled together six popular designs and guides on how to do them.

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State of the art rail link is on the right track

Luton’s ambitious plans for a £200 million Mass Passenger Transit system linking London Luton Airport with Luton Airport Parkway railway station will be displayed at two forthcoming public exhibitions next week.

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Man banned from part of Dunstable

A 57-year-old man has been banned from part of Dunstable town centre following a number of intimidating drunken incidents.

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Tuesday 25 October 2016

Bar’s new owner backs gender cause that’s so close to her heart

An ambitious Luton businesswoman is ensuring her new LGBT bar supports young people experiencing gender dysphoria.

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Morrisons launches in-store pumpkin carving lessons for parents

It’s the time of year when pumpkins are transformed into something ghoulish for Halloween.

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Remembering a hero

A one-off event which is taking place at English Heritage’s Wrest Park will commemorate the centenary of the death of the former owner of the mansion, Auberon Herbert, 8th Baron Lucas.

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It’s a thumbs up for Heathrow runway

The Government’s decision to approve a third runway at Heathrow, announced today, has been welcomed by Luton based easyJet.

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Construction ‘failures’ led to 8 more weeks of Chaul End Road closure

A major road connecting Caddington to Luton and Dunstable will be closed for another eight weeks due to alleged construction failures.

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Luton in the grip of a homeless crisis

Luton Borough Council is urgently seeking options to solve the homeless “crisis” that has gripped the town.

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Shoeboxes join social media

It had to happen – the world of social media has caught up with the charity Samaritan’s Purse and its international Operation Christmas Child campaign.

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Monday 24 October 2016

When do the clocks go back?

It’s almost that time - don’t get caught out.

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Marking National Poetry Day

National Poetry Day was celebrated at Dunstable Library last week and on Saturday (October 29) it’s the turn of Luton Library to host the annual spoken word festival.

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Gang linked to two robberies on youths

Police are appealing for witnesses following two robberies in Luton last week they believed could be linked.

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Celebrating harvest by sharing

Celebrating harvest culminated in more than 1,000 food items being donated to Luton homeless charity NOAH Enterprise by St Margaret of Scotland Primary School students.

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MORE chances for young Luton drivers to learn road skills

The famous Millbrook test track has played host to iconic motoring shows in the past and now drivers from Luton will get the opportunity to put their skills to the test too.

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Luton Council reveals new housing strategy

Luton Borough Council is proposing to prevent homelessness by changing their strategy and intervene earlier before residents get to crisis point.

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Luton student saved by CPR in GOSH event

Luton schoolboy Cade Ewington took part in a special event at Great Ormond Street Hospital aimed at training children and young people in vital cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills.

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Runners take to the road for half marathon

This Sunday marks Luton’s fourth half-marathon and residents are being encouraged to come out and show their support.

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Luton youth group put Soul into charity challenge

It’s all systems go at Luton’s Ramridge Baptist Church from today (October 26) until Sunday.

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Tributes to Luton comic book legend Steve Dillon

Tributes have poured in for Luton comic book genius Steve Dillon – best known for his artwork on Judge Dredd, Preacher and The Punisher – who has died has died at the age of 54.

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Saturday 22 October 2016

Migraine sufferers ‘should avoid processed meats and leafy greens’

Migraine sufferers should avoid eating processed meats and leafy greens because they increase the level of nitrates which may cause the debilitating headaches.

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Three quarters of parents think mobiles have negative effect on children’s learning

Three quarters of parents are worried that using phones, tablets and games consoles is affecting their children’s performance at school.

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One in five parents stressed out by half-term as extra costs hit £323

A fifth of parents have admitted that they find the half-term break stressful, with the additional costs the holiday brings being the source of much of the worry.

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Fire destroys Luton home

A fierce fire in Luton early this morning has left a house ruined.

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Friday 21 October 2016

Councils fine parents nearly £7 million over children’s school absences

Councils in England issued almost £7 million worth of fines to parents in a single year for pupils’ unauthorised absences from school, figures show.

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Costa Coffee adds booze to its menu

Coffee lovers who fancy something more than a caffeine kick may be in luck - as a Costa Coffee could be set to add booze to its menu.

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Eggs of mosquito capable of carrying the Zika virus found in the UK

Eggs of a mosquito capable of carrying the zika virus have been found in a small village in England.

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Rail passengers warned about Thameslink disruption this evening

Thameslink passengers are being urged to check before they travel this evening after an electrical fault with the infrastructure caused services to be seriously disrupted.

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BREAKING: Police name woman found dead in Essex Close

A woman who was found dead in Luton last Monday has been named by police.

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Football fan Don lands a role in Pierce Brosnan movie

A football fan is aiming to score a career in Hollywood after netting a role in a Pierce Brosnan blockbuster.

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Hatters issue statement over homophobic chanting allegations

Luton Town have issued a club statement over allegations of homophobic chanting during the 2-1 win at Leyton Orient last weekend.

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Britons spend eight years of their lives on housework

Brits will spend nearly eight years of their lives doing household chores, a study has found.

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Child seat product recalled over safety fears

Recaro Child Safety is offering a product replacement programme for its Recaro fix base, which can be used with the Optia child seat as well as the Privia infant carrier.

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Thursday 20 October 2016

Couple from Luton and Dunstable jailed for a total of 34 years after Trident operation

A couple from Luton and Dunstable have been jailed for a total of 34 years drugs and guns offences as a result of a Trident investigation.

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Teenage entrepreneurs nominated for The Make It Digital Teen Hero Award

Five teenage digital entrepreneurs from Denbigh High School have been nominated for The Make It Digital Teen Hero Award at this year’s BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards.

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PICTURES: World’s largest cow gives birth to tiny calf

Baby gaur calf born at Whipsnade Zoo to half-a-tonne mother.

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Plans for Luton to add more schools

Luton Borough Council plans to have a new primary and secondary school built by 2018 to ease placement pressure, according to the council’s Investment Framework.

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Wednesday 19 October 2016

Pervert’s plan to snatch child in Luton park

A dangerous paedophile who was waiting for the ‘perfect opportunity’ to abduct and sexually abuse a five year old child was yesterday given a 12 year sentence.

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Appeal after motorcyclist death in Luton

Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist was killed in a collision in Luton.

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Breaking news: Body in bin - police now investigate double murder

Beds police are investigating the possibility of a double murder in Luton.

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Why were armed police in High Town Road on Monday night?

Armed police spotted in a Luton street on Monday evening were carrying out an “intelligence-led stop and search” operation.

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Children treated to pre-show tour at Circus Starr

Circus Starr invited children from Sight Concern, Luton, to a pre-show tour of the circus on Tuesday, October 11.

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Bin body ‘wrapped in cling film’ say eye witnesses

A murdered man’s body was found by bystanders wrapped in cling film and a purple blanket, it emerged today.

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Did you see road rage incident?

Police are investigating an assault outside Luton and Dunstable Hospital on Tuesday, October 11.

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Kopparberg recalls cider over fears bottles may shatter

Bottles of popular Kopparberg cider are being removed from the shelves at Asda supermarkets amid fears the glass may shatter.

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UK loses £11 billion a year to fraud and cybercrime

British businesses and members of the public lost a combined £10.9 billion pounds to fraud last year, according to new figures from anti-fraud groups.

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Vote now for your favourite takaway

Three Luton takeaways are going head to head in a bid to take a prestigious title.

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Bedfordshire Police crackdown on violent crimes

Bedfordshire Police have charged a number of people with weapons offences recently as the force cracks down on violent crimes.

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600 staff affected by Travis Perkins branch closures

Northampton-based Travis Perkins is to close 30 branches of its builders merchant business

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Tuesday 18 October 2016

Murder probe after man’s body found inside Luton bin

A murder investigation has been launched after a man’s body was found inside a bin in Luton yesterday evening.

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Singing to help Level Trust

Level Trust are holding the first performance of their charity song at a concert at St Mary’s Church, Luton, on Saturday.

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Disruption to Luton post offices due to strike

Royal Mail offices are to close in Luton and Leagrave tomorrow as postal workers take to the picket line.

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Bizarre and dark history of town’s pubs

Starting next Monday (October 24) and continuing throughout the half term week, 12 of the Leighton Buzzard’s public houses will be opening their doors for this year’s Living History event.

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Luton Hoo is a novel inspiration

Aspiring author Karen Roy was so intrigued by Luton Hoo’s history when she moved to the area 10 years ago that she decided to use it as the background for her debut novel.

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Aldi issues warning about ‘hoax’ voucher being shared online

Aldi is warning its customers about a ‘fraudulent’ voucher that is being circulated online.

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Polish food store fined for breaches

A Dunstable store has been fined almost £9,500 for breaching health and safety regulations.

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Signposting values at Luton charity awards evening

Signposts Got Talent winner Danielle Saunders gave an emotional performance to end the homeless service provider’s third annual awards evening which took place at Futures House in Marsh Farm, Luton.

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Luton victim’s father tells fatal crash driver ‘live your life to full’

The parents of a student who died in a Co Antrim road collision have told the young farmer responsible to “live your life to the full”.

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Essential roadworks on Porz Avenue

Drivers are being advised that Porz Avenue roundabout in Dunstable will be closed next week.

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Luton cop is jailed for fraud against cleaner

A Luton based police officer who defrauded a cleaner out of more than £30,000 has been jailed for five years.

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Monday 17 October 2016

Icknield welcomes enterprise adviser

Icknield High School has become the first school in the area to be matched to an enterprise adviser as part of its careers and enterprise programme.

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Executive switches at LAMP

The chief executive of LAMP, John Archer, is to leave the charity next month after six years in the post.

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Ann is up for social work award

A Luton social worker is a finalist in the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2016 as a result of her outstanding work supporting social work students.

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Cadet awarded for helping save stabbing victim

An Army Cadet who helped to save the life of a young victim of a stabbing has been publicly recognised.

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Luton investigates claims of homophobic chanting by fans at Leyton Orient game

Luton Town has issued a statement after claims of homophobic chanting from its fans at the Leyton Orient match on Saturday.

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Young dance champ Taesha is in the top two

Luton’s Phoenix Starr Academy of Dance has qualified for the third year running to represent England at the European and World street dance championships 2017.

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Thanks to the unknown Luton Samaritan

This is a story of heartwarming festive kindness - from an unknown good Samaritan and a Luton Mother’s Union.

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Hart Hill Nursery School invited to be Wardown museum makers

Little learners at Hart Hill Nursery School have been invited to become museum makers at Wardown Park Museum after helping with its refurbishment.

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Airport celebrates milestone

London Luton Airport (LLA) continues to be a soaraway success as passenger numbers rise.

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Saturday 15 October 2016

Just why are Marmite superfans stockpiling jars and what is #MarmiteGate?

Marmite enthusiasts are stockpiling the black stuff amid fears supermarkets may run out.

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Who are the killer clowns and why is it happening here?

It’s a craze that has left billions of sane people baffled and has resulted in scores of victims being scared out of their wits.

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Study reveals the keys to a perfect marriage proposal

The average woman expects her wedding proposal to take place at a landmark in her home city with a dazzling ring costing £1,013, according to new research.

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Friday 14 October 2016

Why a lack of sleep makes us depressed . . and what we can do about it

Historically, insomnia has been thought of as secondary to other disorders such as depression.

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TV ads blamed for overweight children

Children eat nearly two fifth more calories if they watch TV ads for junk food, even if they are full.

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Supermarket recalls sausage rolls over allergy fears

ASDA is recalling sausage rolls six-packs due to their containing milk.

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Luton town centre flats to house MK homeless

An entire block of 110 apartments in Luton has been snapped by another council in a bid to ease its homelessness crisis.

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Be aware of scammers claiming fire service connections

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) are warning local businesses and charities to be on their guard against scammers claiming to be canvassing advertising for a BFRS publication. At present no one is working on their behalf in Bedfordshire but scammers are targeting businesses in the East and calls from fake advertising agents have been reported in Buckinghamshire, Norfolk and other Fire Service areas.

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New look pool plans unveiled

Plans for the new look Dunstable Leisure Centre have been submitted to Central Bedfordshire Council.

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Luton teen died in high speed bike crash

A teenager lost control of a motorcycle which then crashed leaving him with fatal injuries, an inquest has heard,

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The new wave of flexible working: good news for working parents

There is a new way of working which is gaining popularity in the UK, and it is great news for parents who want a credible and flexible career option.

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Machete used in robbery on betting shop

A man has been sentenced to six years in prison after robbing a betting shop in Dunstable in March.

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Thursday 13 October 2016

14 products you might struggle to buy at Tesco - thanks to Brexit

One of the world’s largest consumer goods manufacturers has been accused of “exploiting consumers” amid the falling value of the pound after a pricing row with Tesco left the supermarket low on household items such as Marmite, Flora and Persil.

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Liverpool Legends support charity night for Keech

Liverpool European Cup winning Legends Phil Neal, Terry McDermott and Jimmy Case attended a fundraising event at Crescent Hall, Luton, to help raise money for Keech Hospice Care.

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Hunt on for escaped prisoner with Luton links

A prisoner with links to Luton escaped from Hollesley Bay prison in Suffolk yesterday.

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PCC calls for greater powers for police to deal with illegal traveller camps

The Police Crime Commissioner backs MP Andrew Selous in calls for greater powers for police to deal with illegal traveller camps.

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Poundland recall Halloween wigs

Poundland is recalling Halloween wigs having found them to fall below its standards.

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Wednesday 12 October 2016

Tips, tricks and make-up at Luton Mall’s ‘beautiful day’

Shoppers were encouraged to have a ‘beautiful day’ at Luton Mall on Saturday, as they had the opportunity to professionally pamper themselves.

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Pudsey spotted at Tennyson Road Primary School!

Prize-winning pupils of Tennyson Road Primary School were delighted when BBC Children in Need’s Pudsey Bear paid them a special visit.

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Healthy interest in Penrose charity gardening day

A community clean up day was held to reduce social isolation and provide support for mental health service users.

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Careers could take off at London Luton Airport!

Ambitious job seekers had access to over 32 employers as London Luton Airport hosted an inspiring careers fair.

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Baking cakes for Macmillan

Ladies from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women’s Association in Luton raised hundreds of pounds for Macmillan at a coffee morning on Sunday.

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Petition to save the Moakes Medical Centre

A resident has set up a petition to have the decision to close a GP practice in Luton’s Marsh Farm reversed.

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Fujitsu plans to cut 1,800 jobs

Fujitsu, which has an office in Capability Green, Luton, has told staff it plans to cut up to 1,800 jobs in the UK.

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Man guilty of 21 sex offences against teenagers

A 20-year-old man from Luton has been found guilty of 21 sex offences against six teenagers.

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Police called to self-flagellation ceremony at Luton mosque

Bedfordshire Police were called to the Masjid-e-Ali mosque in Beechwood Road, Luton, on Tuesday night following reports of a self-flagellation ceremony.

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Popular Luton burger bar set to close

Luton The Mall’s branch of American chain Ed’s Easy Diner is set to close just over a year after opening in the town.

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National Living Wage: The people who aren’t entitled to it

Brexit is likely to knock 10p off the National Living Wage next year, according to research by the Resolution Foundation.

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Tuesday 11 October 2016

Council reacts to rubbish left by travellers

The leader of Luton Council wants to meet with the PCC and chief constable of Bedfordshire Police to talk about the rubbish left behind by travellers on Luton’s fields.

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Mall Luton registers ‘reluctant’ challenge to Hatters’ plan due to ‘obvious risks’ to town centre

The owners of The Mall Luton have registered a “reluctant” challenge to Luton Town’s plans to develop Power Court and Newlands Park due to the potential harmful impact on the town centre.

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Fundraising for music foundation in memory of MC ‘DeTox’

A determined Luton family are raising money for a life-changing music foundation, carrying on the vision of their late brother.

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Vigilante groups recruiting on Facebook to hunt down ‘killer clowns’

Groups of vigilantes dubbed ‘clown hunters’ are recruiting volunteers across Britain to carry out night patrols and hunt down so-called ‘killer clowns’.

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Britain’s Got Talent star opens Anytime Fitness at The Mall

Britain’s Got Talent star George Sampson officially opened the new 24-hour Anytime Fitness gym at The Mall, Luton, on Thursday, September 29.

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Luton man killed in M1 crash

A Luton man has died after a collision on the M1 in Northamptonshire.

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‘Finn’s Law’ petition calling for attack on police dog to be classed as attempted murder gains thousands of signatures

A petition calling for police dogs and horses to be treated the same as police officers in the eyes of the law has gained more than 14,000 signatures after PD Finn was stabbed by an armed robber.

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Osteoporosis date for your dairy

If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis and would like to find out more, join the Luton & Dunstable Osteoporosis Support Group at Incuba in Dunstable on Wednesday, November 2.

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Tesco to ‘fine’ shoppers who wrongly park in disabled and parent and child bays

Tesco is to introduce fines for people who wrongly park in disabled or parent and child bays at its stores.

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Give it Up! so kids can go to the panto

Luton-based children’s charity Happy Days is asking supporters to join its Give it Up! autumn campaign so it can treat 2,000 youngsters with additional needs to a wonderful panto trip this Christmas.

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Give a little joy this festive season

Herald&Post readers have always been noted for their generosity – and never more so than when it comes to Operation Christmas Child.

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Volunteers transform Luton homeless charity courtyard

NOAH’s inner courtyard has had a refreshing coat of paint – thanks to a group of Sainsbury’s Bramingham staff who spent several Tuesdays giving the area a facelift.

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Monday 10 October 2016

Eight miles of tailbacks on M1 after major crash

Motorists are facing eight miles of tailbacks on the M1 in Northamptonshire after a “serious collision” this morning.

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Celebrated author at Lealands High presentation event

Local children’s author Stephen Kelman – whose debut novel Pigeon English was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2011 – was guest speaker at Lealands High’s annual presentation evening.

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Luton child survivor in daring sky dive

A Luton fitness teacher and child abuse survivor who volunteers for the NSPCC Childline School Service is taking part in a daring charity challenge to raise funds for the organisation.

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Police warn dog owners after spate of dog attacks

Police have issued a warning to dog owners to keep their pets under control and ensure they are micro-chipped following a string of recent incidents.

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Police investigate attempted robbery of a disabled man

Police are investigating after a man attempted to rob a disabled man in Luton on Sunday.

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Zumbadebs host event for L&D breast care unit

Former Luton News advertising executive Denise Coates is on a mission to raise funds and awareness after being diganosed with breast cancer just before Christmas.

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Stop this clowning around say police

Two people were chased by a CLOWN in Biggleswade last night.

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VIDEO: New police warning after clown with hammer is chased off by man with beer bottles

Police have issued a fresh warning about the ‘killer clown’ craze as video emerged of one trying to scare a late-night reveller - armed with a hammer.

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Woburn Forest spa shortlisted for national award

The Aqua Sana at Woburn Forest Center Parcs has been shortlisted for top industry award.

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Driver admits death of Dunstable mum and three children

A lorry driver distracted by his mobile phone has pleaded guilty to causing the deaths of a Dunstable mum and three children.

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The future is bright for Marsh Farm’s ‘Peri Peri’ building

Locals know it as the ‘Peri Peri’ building because of the fast food restaurant that lights it up at night.

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Amnesty before fraud campaign

People who made a false housing application, are subletting their council house illegally or have abandoned it in Central Bedfordshire, will have a chance to hand in the keys, no questions asked, as part of a key amnesty to help free up homes for those in genuine need.

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Saturday 8 October 2016

The top 50 skills you need to be a great dad

The top 50 ‘dad skills’ have been revealed - but less than half of fathers reckon they have mastered them all.

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Students turn to teachers before parents or friends for advice

Most students prefer to seek advice on course options from their teachers rather than friends or family, according to new research.

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Popular fizzy drink recalled because bottles have fermented

A soft drink company have been forced to recall thousands of bottles of mango pop - because they could begin fermenting and become alcoholic.

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Team from Luton Sixth Form make it to the national finals

Five Luton Sixth Form students have made it through to the UK final of The Big Bang UK Young Scientists and Engineers competition.

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Friday 7 October 2016

Some people ‘genetically programmed’ to crave fatty foods over sugary snacks

You really are what you eat, according to scientists, who have discovered the gene that determines if you like chicken korma or Eton mess.

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‘Killer’ Asian Hornet’s UK invasion worse than we thought

The invasion of ‘killer’ Asian hornets into the UK appears worse than initially thought after a SECOND sighting in a separate location was confirmed.

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Asda recalls cafetieres after broken glass complaints

A tea and coffee specialist and supermarket Asda have issued a recall of a cafetiere after complaints the glass beaker shattered during use.

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Man found guilty of ‘horrific and vile’ child sex abuse

A man has been found guilty of committing ‘horrific and vile’ child sex abuse.

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Breaking the hospice myth

Terminally ill patients in Luton have become an overnight internet sensation and gained celebrity backing as they bust the myth that hospice’s are just where you got to die.

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Fleas with massive penises could invade bedrooms this autumn in their millions

Bad news for anyone with a fear of bugs, billions of super-fleas with massive penises are being predicted to invade British bedrooms in the coming months.

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Will werewolves howl with delight and set a world record?

A Hallowe’en attraction which last year set a Guinness World Record for the most people howling at the moon, is this year attempting to set a new record for the most werewolves dancing to Michael Jackson’s Thriller.

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Can you help Stop The Traffik?

SENEB Therapies is organising an event at Barton Village Hall on Sunday, October 16, to raise money for Stop The Traffik.

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Pupils take charge at The Mall

Downside Primary School pupils took charge of The Mall on Tuesday, September 27, as part of the National Children’s Commissioner Takeover Day.

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Thursday 6 October 2016

Teenager has bike stolen during assault

A teenager was assaulted and his bike was stolen on Sunday (2 October).

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Police appeal after woman is sexually assaulted

Police are investigating after a woman was sexually assaulted in Luton yesterday (Wednesday).

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Eighties boy band Bros announce big reunion gig

Eighties boy band Bros are getting back together - more than 20 years after they called it a day.

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Firework display at Popes Meadow

Luton Fireworks will return to Popes Meadow on Saturday, November 5.

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Rapist, 13, who admitted raping silblings, cousins and neighbour’s children, escapes jail

An “immature” 13-year-old boy who raped his pre-pubescent siblings, cousins and neighbour’s children multiple times has avoided jail.

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Hunt is on for convicted sex attacker

Police are appealing for help in tracing a wanted man who has been sentenced to a total of 14 years in prison for sexual offences against a teenager.

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Wednesday 5 October 2016

Residents angered as Luton Borough Council pays for travellers mess

Residents are calling for Luton Borough Council to make sure travellers pay the price for leaving piles of rubbish in parks.

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Terminally ill man raises 3k for Keech

A well-known painter and decorator has raised £3,000 for Keech Hospice after being told that he only had 12 months or less to live.

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Nisa Local’s coffee morning raises money for Macmillan Cancer Support

Nisa Local raised £160 for Macmillan Cancer Support on Friday when the Lewsey Farm store baked some cakes and offered hot drinks to customers as part of the charity’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning.

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Luton woman arrested after police dog left fighting for its life

A Luton woman is among several people arrested after a policeman and police dog were stabbed in an incident in Stevenage yesterday.

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Mum’s appeal after dog attack left her son badly hurt

The mother of a teenage boy attacked by a dog in a Luton park on Sunday is appealing for witnesses.

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Police warning as ‘killer clown’ craze hits UK

Police have warned pranksters who are posing as “killer clowns” to terrify children that they could face arrest.

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Police warning after pupils touched sexually by strangers

Police are reminding young people to be careful when walking to and from school after two incidents in the last week.

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The woman campaigning to rid TV of junk food advertising

Obesity is the second biggest cause of cancer deaths in the UK, according to Debbie Gardiner.

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Teenage gang assault man

Police are investigating after a man was assaulted and robbed by a gang in Sandgate Road, Luton, on Monday, September 26.

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Couple celebrate 73 wedded years

A Luton couple have celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary with family and a visit from Deputy Lieutenant Cynthia Gresham.

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VIDEO: Don’t miss Halley’s Comet spectacle as fireballs light up night sky

Eyes to the skies! We’re in for a month-long meteor shower thanks to dust from Halley’s Comet.

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Jailed - drugs gang bought cocaine in Luton

A gang of criminals have been jailed for 147 years after they were caught trying to flood Britain’s streets with Class A drugs after buying cocaine from Luton.

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Mystery over scientist’s death

A scientist was found dead the morning after he had stayed late in a lab working with freezing liquid nitrogen, an inquest heard on Monday.

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Striking
teachers
may shut
school

Teachers at a Luton school are preparing for strike action next week.

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Two vehicle collision closes three roads in Luton

Police are investigating a road traffic collision in Luton involving two vehicles.

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Tuesday 4 October 2016

Help for those wanting career in childcare

A new website has been launched to help anyone looking for a career in childcare, schools and children’s social work.

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10 reasons why kids think their grandma is cooler than their mum

More than half of British kids prefer their granny to their own mother, according to a new report.

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New book studies grisly Tudor murders

A Luton-born journalist has penned a gory new book revealing the gruesome details of Tudor murders.

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New Minister for Seventh-Day Adventists

A new pastor for Luton Central and Luton North, who admires the town’s ‘diversity’, is being welcomed by the Seventh-Day Adventist Churches.

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Scammers use Facebook and WhatsApp for PayPal con

Internet fraudsters are using hacked Facebook accounts to help them defraud people via their PayPal accounts.

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Three cups of coffee a day keeps the doctor away

Women over 65 who drink two or three cups of coffee a day reduce their risk of dementia by more than a third, according to new research.

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Billie Faiers opens The Mall’s new baby changing facilities

Reality TV star Billie Faiers cut the ribbon to open The Mall’s new baby changing and feeding area on Tuesday.

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Police investigate unprovoked attack on a man in Luton

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in Luton in the early hours of Monday morning.

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Charity gives pre-school a helping hand

Barton-Le-Clay Pre-School’s plans to expand has been given a helping hand from the Co-op community fund.

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Try your luck for Keech Hospice

A poker evening has been arranged in lieu of a first birthday party for a Luton estate agent, with all proceeds going to Keech Hospice Care.

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Fun and challenge for young people

Bedfordshire Youth United (BYU) has a question for parents: Have you ever thought about how your son and/or daughter could benefit from being involved in one of the county’s 10 uniformed organisations?

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Theatretrain wows Albert Hall audience

There was a standing ovation from the Albert Hall audience when students from Luton’s hugely successful Theatretrain took part in a show about Greek myths and legends entitled How to Make a Hero.

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Bassam expresses his shoebox joy

Six-year-old Bassam from northern Iraq was trapped on barren Mount Sinjar when his family fled from ISIS terrorists.
But his face lit up when he and his younger sister Naveen received gift-filled shoeboxes from Operation Christmas Child last year.
Bassam - whose name means ‘smiling one’ in Arabic – was one of 60,000 Iraqi children whose lives were instantly uplifted by these unexpected presents from people they had never met.
The Herald&Post is proud to be a drop-off point for Operation Christmas Child once again this year.
Generous Lutonians need to fill their shoesboxes by November 18.

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A leap of faith for community housing group

Bad weather and several last minute cancellations prevented Claire McDonald from skydiving for the charity she works for as HR director –Luton Community Housing.

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INSIDER: A day in the life of a zoo keeper

Most children dream about becoming a zoo keeper and working first hand with animals.

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Revving up to raise awareness

The father of a five-year-old boy who was diagnosed with a brain tumour has raised a whopping £3,500 for the Brain Tumour Charity through the Fireball Rally.

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Boy badly injured in park dog attack

A teenage boy suffered serious injuries to his arm after being attacked by a dog in a Luton park on Sunday.

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Monday 3 October 2016

Police search for wanted sex offender who has links to Luton

Lancashire Constabulary is trying to trace a wanted sex offender from Preston who is known to have links in Luton.

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Tackling anti-social behaviour

Luton Council is asking for views on a proposal to introduce a Public Space Protection order (PSPO) within the town centre.

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Five arrests after weapons seized

Weapons and drugs were seized by police yesterday (Sunday) after being found in a car in Dunstable.

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Young friends bake up a storm

Two young Luton friends who overheard an advertisement for the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning and asked their mums if they could get involved have raised £273 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

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AWEARNESS will record T-shirt messages

International photographic project AWEARNESS will record messages on the backs of T-shirts as part of Luton Culture’s As You Change, So Do I programme.

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Saturday 1 October 2016

Bizarre ways to avoid plastic bag charge

The hilarious ways that shoppers carry their shopping in an effort to avoid paying the plastic bag charge has been revealed.

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Fillings could be bad for your health

Having more than eight fillings could raise blood mercury levels two-and-a-half times - increasing the risk of brain, heart and kidney disease, a study shows.

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Businesses warned to expect cyber attacks as risk increases

Businesses need to do more to protect themselves from cyber attacks with many firms unaware of the illegal access that hackers are obtaining to their servers, it has been claimed.

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