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Bears were just some of the animals who had their vital statistics recorded at Whipsnade Zoo’s 2024 annual weigh in
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The weight is over for zoo’s ‘huge scale operation’ to protect threatened species

August 22, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on The weight is over for zoo’s ‘huge scale operation’ to protect threatened species

Reticulated giraffes and European brown bears were amongst the animals having their vital statistics measured as part of Whipsnade Zoo’s annual weigh.  Recorded in a global database, the weights and measurements collected will enable zookeepers […]

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 […]

News

Online safety campaign aimed at teenagers launched

August 13, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Online safety campaign aimed at teenagers launched

Bedfordshire Police has launched a county-wide online safety campaign, which is aimed at teenagers and young people to educate them on how to stay safe online, how to report any concerns and where to access […]

The Bear Club
Comedy

Comedy club ‘delighted to be back’ at Bear Club after Hatters swooped to save venue

August 9, 2024 Ronny Trousers Comments Off on Comedy club ‘delighted to be back’ at Bear Club after Hatters swooped to save venue

A comedy club that thought it had hosted its last show at a popular Luton venue is to continue at its home after Luton Town Football Club stepped in to save the world-renowned night spot.  […]

The Lampadophores light show moves down Old Bedford Road
Art

Luton is ‘enriched through migrant stories and identity,’ says arts group amid UK riots

August 8, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Luton is ‘enriched through migrant stories and identity,’ says arts group amid UK riots

A Luton arts organisation has condemned the riots that have whipped up racism and hate across the country and promised to keep celebrating a town “enriched” by its diverse communities.  Revoluton Arts have been operating […]

Police
News

Police ‘well prepared to take action’ but urge don’t share riot rumours online

August 7, 2024 Newsdesk 1

Bedfordshire Police are “are well prepared to take action” if riots break out, but they have urged Lutonians not to share online disinformation about potential unrest in the town.  Posts have been circulating online speculating […]

Cllr Hazel Simmons and Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner John Tizard
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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 […]

Police
News

New PCC pledges ‘zero tolerance of all crime’ as he asks for residents’ views on police plan

August 5, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on New PCC pledges ‘zero tolerance of all crime’ as he asks for residents’ views on police plan

Police and Crime Commissioner John Tizard has launched a consultation survey for the people of Luton and Bedfordshire to share their views on the core objectives of his Police and Crime Plan. You can feed […]

(L-R): Peter West, Mik Scarlet and Matthew Fisher receive their honorary degrees from the University of Bedfordshire
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Radio star and disability campaigner among honorary recipients at uni graduation

July 30, 2024 Newsdesk Comments Off on Radio star and disability campaigner among honorary recipients at uni graduation

A host of well-known faces joined the University of Bedfordshire’s Class of 2024 celebrating their graduation, as a number of honorary awards were presented to guests who have made a valuable impact in the arts […]

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