News
Luton bus drivers to strike for 16 days over pay dispute
Bus drivers in Luton will walk out for 16 days this autumn as part of a dispute over pay with Arriva. Members of the Unite union based at the town’s depot are among more than […]
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Lib Dems hold Stopsley in by-election as new councillor elected
Matt Fry of the Liberal Democrats was last night elected councillor for Stopsley Ward following the by-election, with the final count concluding at 12.30pm at Luton Town Hall. Fry secured 935 votes, narrowly defeating Reform […]
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Luton Airport shortlisted for three industry awards
Luton Airport has been named a finalist in three national industry awards in recognition of its customer service and strong operational performance. The airport has been shortlisted twice in the 2025 UK Customer Experience (CX) […]
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Teens charged with murder as victim in fatal stabbing named
Bedfordshire Police have charged two teenagers in connection with the fatal stabbing of 26-year-old Luton man Adam Khan, who has been formally identified as the victim. Following the custody extension of a boy and a […]
Boxing
Frankie Storey out to reclaim title and show ‘greatness can be built from council estates’
Luton’s own Frankie Storey is determined to prove that lightning can strike twice when he steps through the ropes at the Brentwood Centre this Sunday (September 7) in search of the Southern Area super bantamweight […]
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MP says Luton mothers and babies ‘deserve better’ after hospital maternity downgrade
Luton North MP Sarah Owen has urged ministers to act after the Care Quality Commission (CQC) downgraded the maternity unit at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital to inadequate. The CQC’s most recent inspection found maternity […]
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Two teens arrested on suspicion of murder of man in Luton
Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the fatal stabbing of a man. Officers have today (Monday) arrested a boy and a girl, both aged 16, on suspicion of murder following the […]
Athletics
Walcott-Nolan picked by GB team for World Athletics Championships
Revee Walcott-Nolan has been selected by Great Britain and Northern Ireland team to compete the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan this month. The Luton middle distance runner is part of a team of 64 […]
Food and drink
Pints and pride: YouTuber raises a glass to Luton’s pubs — and calls time on town’s critics
Luton is no stranger to harsh headlines. But away from a long line of column inches painting the town in an unflattering light, one seasoned pub-goer has found something very different: a town centre brimming […]
Festivals
From factory floors to church towers: Free festival uncovers Luton’s forgotten history
Heritage Open Days return to Luton from Saturday 8 to Sunday 17 September, offering a free programme of walks, talks and exhibitions that celebrate the town’s rich history. Thanks to support from the National Lottery […]