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The Luton Lifelines on the outside of Luton Central Library
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‘Gift of Life’ mural unveiled in Luton to encourage more people to become blood and organ donors

June 29, 2026 Music and arts desk Comments Off on ‘Gift of Life’ mural unveiled in Luton to encourage more people to become blood and organ donors

A striking new community-designed mural has been unveiled in Luton in the hope it will inspire more people to become blood and organ donors and help save lives. The 30-metre artwork, titled Luton Lifelines, now […]

Javier Marin, Executive Vice Chairman, Aena, accepted the award on behalf of Luton Airport.
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Luton Airport recognised among Europe’s best for second year running

June 29, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton Airport recognised among Europe’s best for second year running

Luton Airport has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading airports for the second consecutive year after receiving a Highly Commended award at the prestigious ACI Europe Best Airport Awards. The accolade follows the airport […]

The Hatters Way-Chaul End Lane roundabout
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Drivers warned of disruption as 16-week overhaul begins today at busy Luton roundabout

June 29, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Drivers warned of disruption as 16-week overhaul begins today at busy Luton roundabout

Drivers are being warned to expect disruption from today as work gets under way on a 16-week project to improve safety and traffic flow at one of Luton’s busiest roundabouts. The works at the Hatters […]

3-week old Asian elephant at Whipsnade Zoo tries dust-bathing for the first time
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Elephants at Whipsnade Zoo keep cool with home-made suncream 

June 28, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Elephants at Whipsnade Zoo keep cool with home-made suncream 

As temperatures soared this week, Whipsnade Zoo’s tiny three-week-old Asian elephant calf has been learning from his herd the best way to keep cool.  Photos taken by Whipsnade Zoo member Chris Ballard show the pint-sized […]

Train services are set to resume between Bedford and Luton on Monday
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Trains to return between Luton and Bedford after fatal crash

June 27, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Trains to return between Luton and Bedford after fatal crash

Train services between Luton and Bedford will resume from Monday, allowing passengers from Leagrave to travel by rail for the first time since last week’s fatal train collision. Network Rail has confirmed that all recovery […]

David Morgan(Air Commandore)
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easyJet receives Armed Forces award on record-breaking flight from Luton

June 26, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on easyJet receives Armed Forces award on record-breaking flight from Luton

Passengers on an easyJet flight from London Luton Airport found themselves part of what is believed to be an aviation first when the airline received a Ministry of Defence award at 20,000 feet. The certificate […]

Luton and Dunstable Hospital
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Luton Hospital theatre staff begin strike action in overtime pay dispute

June 25, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton Hospital theatre staff begin strike action in overtime pay dispute

Operating theatre staff at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital have begun strike action today in a dispute over changes to overtime pay. The two-day walkout, organised by UNISON, is taking place after talks failed to […]

EEAST CEO Neill Moloney (centre) and Chief Operating Officer Darren Meads (left) present Marc Stanbridge, Head of Clinical Operations for Bedfordshire and Luton, with a 20 year Ambulance Service Long Service and Good Conduct Medal and an award for 25 years' NHS service.
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Ambulance staff in Bedfordshire and Luton recognised for over 400 years’ service

June 24, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Ambulance staff in Bedfordshire and Luton recognised for over 400 years’ service

Ambulance staff in Bedfordshire and Luton have been formally recognised and thanked for over 400 years of combined service to the NHS, at a long service. The East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) […]

Luton Station
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Luton rail passengers told to make essential journeys only as heatwave hits

June 24, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton rail passengers told to make essential journeys only as heatwave hits

Train passengers using Luton Station are being urged to travel only if absolutely necessary this week as a rare red extreme heat warning threatens widespread disruption across the rail network. Thameslink Railway says services will […]

Leagrave Train Station
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Leagrave station among those closed all week as rail disruption continues after fatal Bedford train crash

June 22, 2026 Newsdesk 1

Rail passengers in Luton face days of major disruption after operators confirmed services from Leagrave to Bedford will remain suspended following Friday’s fatal train collision near Elstow. The Midland Main Line between Luton and Bedford […]

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

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    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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    Kaiser Chiefs to headline Luton’s biggest party of the year

    June 5, 2026 Comments Off on Kaiser Chiefs to headline Luton’s biggest party of the year
    Rock band Kaiser Chiefs have been announced as the headline act for Luton’s biggest music event of 2026 as the town celebrates 150 years of borough status. The Leeds group, best known for hits including [...]
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