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Month: October 2026

Hakeem Odoffin
Luton match preview

Odoffin injury blow opens door for Mengi as Wilshere provides Luton fitness update for other injured Hatters

October 23, 2026 Sportsdesk 0

Jack Wilshere has confirmed Hakeem Odoffin will be out for several weeks with a muscle strain, potentially opening the door for Teden Mengi to force his way back into the Luton Town squad. Mengi has […]

The Orange Picture Club team: (top) Jaspal Nangla. Bottom (L-R) Mac Pajika, Jasbir Nangla and Dan Eyles
Film

How Luton’s cinema history offers inspiration for the future

October 22, 2026 James Cunliffe 1

What does it take to keep a town’s film culture alive? In Luton, the answer may lie in looking back as much as looking forward – from the grand old art deco picture houses that […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton match reaction

Wilshere praises Luton’s ‘courage’ to overcome ‘anxiety’ and beat Barnsley

October 21, 2026 Sportsdesk 1

Manager Jack Wilshere praised his Luton players’ “courage” for coping well with what he called the “anxiety” inside Kenilworth Road during last night’s 2-1 League One victory over Barnsley. The Hatters headed into battle against […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton match reaction

Wilshere plays down post-match fracas as ‘just passion’ after Luton victory over Barnsley

October 21, 2026 Sportsdesk 1

Jack Wilshere has played down the post-match confrontation with his Barnsley counterpart Daniel Stendel after the Hatters won 2-1 at Kenilworth Road last night, describing the incident as a reflection of both teams’ desire to […]

Kestrel Way groundbreaking led by Luton Council leader Cllr Amjid Ali (holding the spade)
News

New Luton specialist school site to create 120 extra places for children

October 21, 2026 Newsdesk 0

A new site for Woodlands Secondary School is being built in Luton to create up to 120 additional specialist places for children with additional needs amid growing demand for provision in the town. A groundbreaking […]

Yumi and the Weather _35mm_©StewartBaxter-75
Music

Psych-pop artist Yumi and the Weather brings acclaimed sound to Luton

October 21, 2026 Ronny Trousers 0

Fans of psychedelic pop, shoegaze and atmospheric indie rock have the chance to catch an artist with a growing national reputation when Yumi and the Weather plays The Castle in Luton this Saturday. The Brighton-based […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton match reaction

Luton 2 Barnsley 1: ‘Credit to the players. They deserve that,’ says Wilshere after return to winning ways

October 20, 2026 James Cunliffe 0

Nahki Wells first half header proved to be decisive as Luton returned to winning with boss Jack Wilshere crediting his players for responding to their defeat after the defeat at MK Dons.  Boos rang out […]

Kal Naismith
Luton match preview

‘Step up’: Naismith sends firm message to Luton ahead of Barnsley battle

October 20, 2026 Sportsdesk 0

Kal Naismith says Luton must be more ruthless in front of goal when they host Barnsley tonight, but insists the quality is already within the squad as the Hatters look to respond to Saturday’s disappointing […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton match preview

Luton defender a doubt as Wilshere warns Barnsley are ‘fighting for their life’

October 20, 2026 Sportsdesk 0

Jack Wilshere will “wait and see” if defender Harrison Ashby will be available for tonight’s League One clash against Barnsley, with the manager warning Luton they cannot afford to underestimate the Tykes despite the visitors […]

Kal Naismith
Luton match reaction

Naismith insists Luton had no nerves before MK Dons defeat over history talk and size of travelling Town support

October 20, 2026 Sportsdesk 0

Kal Naismith insists Luton’s players were excited rather than nervous ahead of their historic trip to MK Dons, but admits the 2-1 defeat was a sore one after the Hatters created so many chances. The […]

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  • Anthem For Dissatisfaction. Photo by Bernie McAllister AFD5
    Theatre

    From Oasis to The Jam: Working-class anthems soundtrack tale of rebellion as award-winning show comes to Luton

    November 2, 2026 0
    A coming-of-age theatre production combining rock, punk, pop, politics and poverty is heading to Luton Library Theatre this month. Anthem for Dissatisfaction will be performed on Tuesday, 17 November, at 7.30pm, following award-winning runs at [...]
  • A scene from the Freckles video shot at Stockwood Park
    Music

    Luton rockers explore parenthood and the butterfly effect on new single ‘Freckles’ with DIY video shot in the town

    October 14, 2026 Comments Off on Luton rockers explore parenthood and the butterfly effect on new single ‘Freckles’ with DIY video shot in the town
    A Luton band have returned with their latest single which is the first instalment in a planned trilogy exploring different aspects of parenthood and an accompanying video DIY-filmed video shot at locations around the town. [...]
  • Awaken
    Theatre

    Luton-born playwright brings supernatural thriller Awaken home for Halloween

    September 18, 2026 Comments Off on Luton-born playwright brings supernatural thriller Awaken home for Halloween
    A Luton-born playwright will bring her debut play to the town this Halloween, with a supernatural thriller exploring witch persecutions, working-class women and a forgotten language. Cheryl Prince, founder of 5D Theatre CIC, will bring [...]
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