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Year: 2026

Myles Smith performs a hometown show in St George's Square
Luton Town news

‘Let me open it’: Myles Smith’s dream of launching Luton Town’s new stadium

June 16, 2026 James Cunliffe Comments Off on ‘Let me open it’: Myles Smith’s dream of launching Luton Town’s new stadium

Luton pop star Myles Smith has revealed he is hoping to perform the first concert at Luton Town’s new Power Court stadium when it opens – and has already been lobbying a Hatter who is […]

Myles Smith greets the crowd in St George's Square
Music

‘This really is home’: Myles Smith thanks Luton as thousands join hometown takeover ahead of debut album release

June 16, 2026 James Cunliffe 4

Luton pop star Myles Smith thanked his hometown for supporting his journey from Leagrave schoolboy to global music sensation as thousands of fans turned out for a day-long takeover of the town ahead of the […]

Kasey Palmer after collecting his Vertu Trophy winners' medal at Wembley
Luton comment

Opinion: Quality over quantity – a Luton Town transfer wish list now that the window has opened

June 15, 2026 Kevin Harper Comments Off on Opinion: Quality over quantity – a Luton Town transfer wish list now that the window has opened

The summer transfer window opens today and you get the feeling that it could be a busy one at Kenilworth Road with plenty of players still expected to leave and some arriving to replace them.  […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton Town news

Wilshere committed to Luton despite Leicester interest, says report

June 15, 2026 Sportsdesk 1

Luton Town boss Jack Wilshere is committed to continuing his project at Kenilworth Road despite reported interest from fellow League One club Leicester City. According to a report by BBC Sport, Wilshere was approached by […]

The Papa J's team
Food and drink

Popular restaurant leaves Luton after two decades

June 15, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Popular restaurant leaves Luton after two decades

One of Luton’s best-known independent restaurants has left the town after more than two decades. The award-winning Papa J’s, which pioneered Indian tapas in the UK and has operated in Luton for 22 years, has […]

Ish - the new Luton-shot film from Imran Perretta
Film

Luton-shot film wins international acclaim ahead of cinema release as first trailer unveiled

June 12, 2026 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Luton-shot film wins international acclaim ahead of cinema release as first trailer unveiled

The first trailer has been released for Ish, a coming-of-age drama set and filmed in Luton that has already won awards on the international film festival circuit ahead of its UK cinema debut later this […]

Endangered Asian elephant born at Whipsnade Zoo
News

Endangered Asian elephant born at Whipsnade Zoo… and animal fans can help name him

June 11, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Endangered Asian elephant born at Whipsnade Zoo… and animal fans can help name him

An endangered Asian elephant has been born at Whipsnade Zoo with the birth being called an “amazing success”, while animals will have a chance to help name the calf. Following a 22-month gestation, the not-so-tiny infant was born […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton Town news

Wilshere explains why Saudi pre-season test can help prepare Hatters for League One challenge

June 10, 2026 Sportsdesk Comments Off on Wilshere explains why Saudi pre-season test can help prepare Hatters for League One challenge

Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere believes facing Saudi Pro League side Al Kholood in the heat of Spain will provide exactly the type of challenge his squad needs ahead of the new League One season. […]

George Johnston.
Luton transfer news

“Luton was always at the forefront of my mind” – Johnston targets success after swapping Bolton for the Hatters

June 9, 2026 Sportsdesk 3

Luton Town have made defender George Johnston their first new signing of the summer with the former Bolton captain saying the Hatters were his first choice this summer after completing his move to Kenilworth Road. […]

Jack Wilshere
Luton Town news

Wilshere explains why Luton stars cut short summer break to train before pre-season starts

June 9, 2026 Sportsdesk 1

Luton Town boss Jack Wilshere has talked of a shared determination to make the Hatters the “fittest team in the league” next season, as players voluntarily returned to training during their summer break. Several of […]

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  • Luton Henge
    Film

    Luton Henge to host film premiere exploring the people and stories of the town for autumn equinox double bill

    August 18, 2026 Comments Off on Luton Henge to host film premiere exploring the people and stories of the town for autumn equinox double bill
    A new dance film exploring Luton through movement, migration and the town’s changing identity will premiere at Luton Henge as part of a special autumn equinox event. Like the River Lea, conceived and directed by [...]
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    Music

    Myles Smith dedicates new short film with Stephen Graham to Luton Hospital as debut album on course for No.1

    June 23, 2026 1
    Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith has released a powerful new short film dedicated to children and staff at Luton & Dunstable University Hospital while also announcing that his debut album is in early contention to go [...]
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