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An artist's impression of how Luton Town's new stadium at Power Court will look alongside St Mary's Church
Luton Town news

‘We are praying for success,’ says vicar in praise of Luton’s new stadium plans

September 16, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on ‘We are praying for success,’ says vicar in praise of Luton’s new stadium plans

The vicar of Luton’s oldest Church has said St Mary’s is “praying for success” for Luton Town Football Club’s Power Court stadium plans.  The 900-year-old building will be a neighbour to the Hatters’ new home, […]

A ground-level view of the new Power Court stadium design
Luton Town news

‘Bigger, better, more ambitious, more beautiful’ – Wilkinson on Luton’s new stadium plans

September 13, 2024 Sportsdesk 1

Luton Town Chairman David Wilkinson has said that outside “forces” as well as the Hatters’ promotion to the Premier League last season led to a rethink on their Power Court stadium plans which has resulted […]

An aerial view of the new design for Luton's Power Court stadium
Luton Town news

New ‘breaking the mould’ Power Court stadium application submitted by Luton Town

September 13, 2024 Sportsdesk 2

A detailed application has today been submitted for Luton Town Football Club’s new 25,000-capacity stadium at Power Court, with CEO Gary Sweet calling it a “pivotal moment” for fans and the town who will see […]

a person holding hula hoop
Sport

Free sport day to show ‘physical activity doesn’t have to be boring or a punishment’

August 19, 2024 Sportsdesk Comments Off on Free sport day to show ‘physical activity doesn’t have to be boring or a punishment’

Luton Council will be hosting a community sport and physical activity day in St George’s Square on Saturday 7 September, to encourage residents to be more active. The event, from from 11am to 3pm, will […]

Luton Town Hall
News

Council leader ‘proud’ as Luton shows it’s ‘no place for hate’ after riot rumours

August 8, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Council leader ‘proud’ as Luton shows it’s ‘no place for hate’ after riot rumours

Council Leader Hazel Simmons MBE has praised Luton communities for standing together against violent far right thugs after the town remained peaceful last night despite fears of riots hitting the town.  After more than a […]

Cllr Hazel Simmons and Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner John Tizard
News

Leaders aim to reassure Luton after ‘revulsion’ with violent riots across country

August 6, 2024 Newsdesk 1

Leaders in Luton have sought to reassure communities about “potential local threats” in the wake of violent riots in cities across the country.  Luton Council Leader Hazel Simmons MBE and Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner […]

The Knife Angel St sculpture in George's Square
News

Luton mum recognised for efforts to combat knife crime iconic sculpture unveiled

August 6, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton mum recognised for efforts to combat knife crime iconic sculpture unveiled

A Luton mum whose son was stabbed to death has been honoured for her campaign against knife crime as a huge statue arrived in St George’s square as a month-long memorial to those who have […]

Roadworks
News

Extensive road improvement programme will help Luton’s ‘need to cut carbon’

July 26, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Extensive road improvement programme will help Luton’s ‘need to cut carbon’

A large, multi-million pound programme of works is underway to repair, protect and preserve Luton’s roads, which will also assist in the towbn’s carbon reduction commitments. More than 221,000m2 of roads will be improved in […]

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 […]

The Green Flag can keep flying in six Luton parks
News

Six Luton parks retain prestigious award that rewards Britain’s top green spaces

July 17, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Six Luton parks retain prestigious award that rewards Britain’s top green spaces

Six Luton parks have retained their Green Flag Award, with the council hailing the international quality mark for parks and open space as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the teams and […]

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    Luton’s Stacey Dooley to tackle bizarre online health claims in new BBC series

    September 9, 2026 Comments Off on Luton’s Stacey Dooley to tackle bizarre online health claims in new BBC series
    Luton’s Stacey Dooley is taking on some of the internet’s strangest health claims in a brand new BBC series – and the first trailer has now been released. Clickbait Clinic with Stacey Dooley will see [...]
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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

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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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    Three major new Stacey Dooley documentaries announced tackling abuse, addiction and military failings

    June 17, 2026 Comments Off on Three major new Stacey Dooley documentaries announced tackling abuse, addiction and military failings
    Luton-born documentary maker Stacey Dooley is set to front three new BBC documentaries examining some of the UK’s most difficult and controversial issues. The award-winning presenter and filmmaker will return to BBC Three and iPlayer [...]
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