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A still from the Lost Boys film
Film

‘Innovative’ new virtual reality film launched to help save ‘Lost Boys’

June 5, 2025 Newsdesk Comments Off on ‘Innovative’ new virtual reality film launched to help save ‘Lost Boys’

Bedfordshire Police are urging the public to help break county lines, as it launches a new cutting-edge campaign to help save a generation of ‘Lost Boys’. The Lost Boys campaign will see a bespoke virtual […]

JW Paris onstage at Radio 1's Big Weekend in Luton's Stockwood Park
Music

Documentary celebrates emotional JW Paris homecoming at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Luton

May 30, 2025 Ronny Trousers Comments Off on Documentary celebrates emotional JW Paris homecoming at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Luton

A year on from their homecoming performance at Stockwood Park, JW Paris have released a new mini-documentary celebrating their emotional return to Luton for Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2024. The grunge-tinged Britpop-influenced trio — made […]

Chloe Meredith in the university studio
Film

University student selected for ‘Creative Pioneers’ scheme

May 16, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on University student selected for ‘Creative Pioneers’ scheme

A talented film and television production student from the University of Bedfordshire has been selected for a new Creative Pioneers programme which aims to support the next generation of local creative entrepreneurs. Chloe Meredith has […]

The mural which has brightened up the old ABC Cinema
Art

A burst of colour transforms Luton’s old ABC Cinema with a vibrant new mural

April 15, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on A burst of colour transforms Luton’s old ABC Cinema with a vibrant new mural

One of Luton’s most iconic buildings has been given a bold new look, thanks to a stunning mural that’s already turning heads and drawing in selfie-takers. The old ABC cinema on George Street, once a […]

Stacey Dooley
Film

From Arndale antics to investigative excellence: Stacey Dooley launches new book and film series

March 14, 2025 Music and arts desk 1

Documentary-maker Stacey Dooley has recalled being a “bit of a nightmare” in The Arndale shopping centre as a youth in Luton as her new film investigating shoplifting is one of four big projects released on […]

The two mural designs for the old ABC Cinema
Art

ABC Cinema mural designs give a nod to Luton film, music carnival and cars

February 28, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on ABC Cinema mural designs give a nod to Luton film, music carnival and cars

Luton’s long-abandoned ABC Cinema is set to undergo a creative transformation, with a striking new mural that celebrates the town’s rich heritage and culture and you get a chance to choose the design. As part […]

Stacey Dooley giving a speech after winning a Grierson Award
Film

Stacey Dooley wins prestigious award for contribution to documentary making

November 8, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Stacey Dooley wins prestigious award for contribution to documentary making

Stacey Dooley received the prestigious Grierson Trustees’ Award at this years ceremony in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the art and craft of documentary.  The Lutonian has made more than 100 documentaries exploring a wide range […]

Jaspal Nangla in 'The Tipping Point' documentary
Film

Luton talents in film, music and art to feature in bigger than ever Bute Street Festival

July 30, 2024 James Cunliffe Comments Off on Luton talents in film, music and art to feature in bigger than ever Bute Street Festival

Bute Street Festival returns this weekend with an inspiring host of talent from Luton alongside screenings of internationally acclaimed films, live music, art exhibitions, talks and an awards ceremony voted for by you. The sixth […]

Deadpool & Wolverine is released in cinemas on July 25
Film

Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman urge Luton film fans to give blood

July 21, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman urge Luton film fans to give blood

Hollywood superstars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are calling on Luton film fans to be ‘heroes’ by becoming blood donors in a collaboration between NHS Blood and Transplant and Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine movie. The actors […]

Universal Studios
News

Local council leaders unite to support Universal Studio’s theme park project in county

July 18, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Local council leaders unite to support Universal Studio’s theme park project in county

Luton Council are among the leaders and chief executives of six local authorities that have collectively endorsed Universal Studios expanding its theme park empire in Bedfordshire, in a letter sent to the Prime Minister. Though […]

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  • Luton MPs Rachel Hopkins (left) and Sarah Owen.jpg
    News

    £40m funding boost announced for Marsh Farm and central Luton communities

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    Up to £40 million in government funding has been earmarked for two areas of Luton, with communities set to decide how the money is spent over the next decade. Central Luton and Marsh Farm will [...]
  • Olivia Lynn
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    Luton singer wants to ‘put Luton on the map’ after performing at major country music festival

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    A country singer from Luton says she is determined to put the town “on the map for good reasons” after performing at one of the biggest events in the global country music calendar. Olivia Lynn, [...]
  • Myles Smith performing a free outdoor pop-up show in the Hat District on Bute Street
    Music

    ‘I hope I made you proud’ – Star Myles Smith wows Luton in homecoming pop-up show

    March 12, 2026 1
    Luton’s Brit Award-winning mega-selling pop star Myles Smith returned home last night to play a surprise pop-up show outdoors in the Hat District, insisting afterwards that he hopes he makes the town proud.  The ‘Stargazing’ [...]
  • Luton hosted Radio 1's Big Weekend in 2024 and is Stockwood Park is set to host a Party in the Park this year
    Music

    Luton to host major Party in the Park – biggest music event since Radio 1’s Big Weekend

    March 9, 2026 0
    A major new outdoor music event attracting 10,000 people is planned for Stockwood Park this year as part of celebrations marking 150 years since Luton became a borough. The Luton 150 Party in the Park, [...]
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