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Kestrel Way groundbreaking led by Luton Council leader Cllr Amjid Ali (holding the spade)
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New Luton specialist school site to create 120 extra places for children

October 21, 2026 Newsdesk 0

A new site for Woodlands Secondary School is being built in Luton to create up to 120 additional specialist places for children with additional needs amid growing demand for provision in the town. A groundbreaking […]

Black Lemurs at Whipsnade Zoo enjoy Halloween treats 2026. Photo by Whipsnade Zoo
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Rhino, lemurs and macaques enjoy Halloween treats at Whipsnade Zoo

October 20, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Greater one-horned rhino, ring-tailed and black lemurs and Sulawesi crested macaques got into the Halloween spirit this morning, tucking into spooky squashes to celebrate the season.  Ring-tailed lemurs Delilah and Diego, joined by black lemurs Camila […]

One of the new fast EV chargepoints
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Luton installs first electric car chargers for council housing residents without driveways

October 15, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton residents living in council housing can now access new electric vehicle charging points at five locations across the town, in a move aimed at helping people without driveways switch to electric cars. The fast […]

No Place For Hate artwork
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School pupils send message that there is ‘no place for hate’

October 13, 2026 Newsdesk 0

School pupils across Luton are using their artwork to challenge prejudice and discrimination as part of Hate Crime Awareness Week. The county-wide poster competition, organised by Bedfordshire Police’s Community Cohesion Team, Police and Crime Commissioner […]

Luton RunFest
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Luton RunFest runners raise money for hospital patients and local charities

October 12, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Almost 2,000 people took part in Love Luton RunFest on Sunday, with runners and walkers raising money for local causes and members of Luton Town Football Club, local politicians and hospital staff among those taking […]

The 'If You can dream it you must do it' mural on Bute Street is lit up at night
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Luton retains Purple Flag for seventh year despite night-time economy ‘challenges’

October 8, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Luton has retained its Purple Flag accreditation for a seventh consecutive year, despite continuing concerns about the town centre’s evening and night-time economy. The accreditation recognises destinations which provide a safe, welcoming and varied experience […]

University of Bedfordshire, Luton campus
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University of Bedfordshire marks 20 years with memories from two decades in Luton

October 7, 2026 Newsdesk 0

The University of Bedfordshire is marking 20 years since it took its current name with a new collection of photographs and personal memories looking back at its history and impact on the local community. The […]

Barnfield College
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Luton adults will get to study for higher qualifications without giving up work

October 7, 2026 Newsdesk 0

Adults in Luton will be able to study higher-level qualifications in smaller, more flexible chunks while continuing to work or manage family commitments, under a new funding scheme being introduced at Barnfield College. The college […]

Sarah Owen MP (Luton North) pictured speaking in the House of Commons
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Luton leaders unite to condemn ‘no-go zones’ claims and invite Tory MP to town

October 6, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton leaders unite to condemn ‘no-go zones’ claims and invite Tory MP to town

Luton’s political leaders have united to condemn claims by a senior Conservative MP that there are parts of the town where “white people won’t go”. Luton North MP Sarah Owen and council leader Cllr Amjid […]

Cllr Adrees Latif in Bury Park
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Luton Council puts Bury Park red route on hold for economic impact assessment

October 6, 2026 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton Council puts Bury Park red route on hold for economic impact assessment

Luton Council’s new administration has put the proposed Bury Park red route on hold while it commissions an independent assessment of its potential impact on local businesses. The council’s executive has agreed to introduce a […]

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