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

June 11, 2026 Newsdesk 0

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 […]

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New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure

April 20, 2026 Comments Off on New Vauxhall exhibition to celebrate Luton’s industrial past after factory closure

A major new exhibition charting more than a century of car manufacturing in Luton is set to open next month, offering a poignant look at the town’s industrial heritage following the closure of the Vauxhall [...]
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Luton Henge Festival to return ‘louder, bolder and more powerful than ever’

April 20, 2026 Comments Off on Luton Henge Festival to return ‘louder, bolder and more powerful than ever’

A community-built landmark in Marsh Farm will once again take centre stage this summer as Luton Henge Festival returns for a second year. The free event, taking place across Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August, [...]