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Myles Smith greets the crowd in St George's Square
Music

‘This really is home’: Myles Smith thanks Luton as thousands join hometown takeover ahead of debut album release

June 16, 2026 James Cunliffe 4

Luton pop star Myles Smith thanked his hometown for supporting his journey from Leagrave schoolboy to global music sensation as thousands of fans turned out for a day-long takeover of the town ahead of the […]

The Papa J's team
Food and drink

Popular restaurant leaves Luton after two decades

June 15, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Popular restaurant leaves Luton after two decades

One of Luton’s best-known independent restaurants has left the town after more than two decades. The award-winning Papa J’s, which pioneered Indian tapas in the UK and has operated in Luton for 22 years, has […]

Ish - the new Luton-shot film from Imran Perretta
Film

Luton-shot film wins international acclaim ahead of cinema release as first trailer unveiled

June 12, 2026 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Luton-shot film wins international acclaim ahead of cinema release as first trailer unveiled

The first trailer has been released for Ish, a coming-of-age drama set and filmed in Luton that has already won awards on the international film festival circuit ahead of its UK cinema debut later this […]

Olaf Falafel
Art

Luton children invited to create character for new book by local author Olaf Falafel

June 8, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton children invited to create character for new book by local author Olaf Falafel

Primary school children in Luton are being given the chance to see their imagination brought to life in a new graphic novel written by local author and comedian Olaf Falafel, with free copies to be […]

The new University of Bedfordshire Vice Chancellor, Professor Deborah Johnston MBE
News

New vice chancellor takes charge at University of Bedfordshire

June 8, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on New vice chancellor takes charge at University of Bedfordshire

The University of Bedfordshire has officially welcomed Professor Deborah Johnston MBE as its new vice chancellor and chief executive. Professor Johnston takes over leadership of the university from Professor Rebecca Bunting, who retired in December, […]

Luton and Dunstable Hospital
News

Hospital operating theatre staff set to strike over overtime pay row

June 5, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Hospital operating theatre staff set to strike over overtime pay row

Operating theatre staff at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital have voted unanimously in favour of strike action in a growing dispute over changes to overtime pay. The ballot result was announced by UNISON after workers […]

Kaiser Chiefs
Music

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

June 5, 2026 Ronny Trousers 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 […]

News

Pride in Luton saved as community group launches new chapter ahead of High Town celebration

June 5, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Pride in Luton saved as community group launches new chapter ahead of High Town celebration

Just months after announcing it would wind down, Pride in Luton has been given a lifeline after a new community-led team stepped forward to keep the organisation alive. In March, Pride in Luton revealed it […]

Myles Smith during a pop-up show in Luton's Hat District
Music

Myles Smith set for full homecoming day to ‘give Luton the flowers it deserves’ and celebrate debut album release

June 4, 2026 Ronny Trousers 1

Luton singer songwriter Myles Smith is set to spend an entire day in his hometown later month as part of a special album launch event celebrating the release of his long-awaited debut record. The BRIT […]

The Castle
Music

Luton’s ‘next wave of future talent’ to take centre stage at expanded Market Hill Live music festival

June 3, 2026 Ronny Trousers Comments Off on Luton’s ‘next wave of future talent’ to take centre stage at expanded Market Hill Live music festival

Some of Luton’s most exciting emerging musicians will take over the town centre later this month as Market Hill Live returns with its biggest line-up yet. The free outdoor music event will showcase seven local […]

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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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