Leighton Buzzard showed a marked improvement in their performance, but were still on the wrong end of the scoreline against Old Northamptonians, going down 10-5.

Controlling the match for long periods, they were very unfortunate to concede a late try with only three minutes remaining, leaving them with only a losing bonus point to show for their considerable efforts.

Buzzards kicked off with the benefit of a strong wind in wet and cold conditions. Immediately Leighton showed an intensity missing in recent games - a break by Nick Geoghegan gave Buzzards early encouragement, as did the solidity of the Leighton scrum.

Slowly ON’s worked their way into the match - a needless penalty, on a day when Buzzards’ discipline was much improved, allowed the home side to kick to the corner.

Whilst the initial threat was stopped, Leighton Buzzard could not get out of the twenty-two. After many phases the home side opened the scoring to take a 5-0 lead after 11 minutes. It would be over an hour before ON’s scored again.

In response the Buzzard pack was exerting pressure on the home team, keeping much of the play in the ON’s half.

With the scrum put-in Buzzards drove forward before releasing the ball for Matt Brazier to score in the corner, equalling the score at 5-5, halfway through the half.

Ten minutes later Leighton missed the chance to take the lead when a penalty drifted wide and, with no further scores, the half ended all square at 5-5.

Now playing into the wind and driving rain, Buzzards knew they had to keep the ball, as any loss of possession would be kicked long deep into their half. In the conditions their game management was excellent, retaining possession for long periods.

Early in the half, a break by Jack Whitehouse had got an excellent position , five metres out. When quick ball was prevented illegally, the referee showed a yellow card against the home side. Choosing to take a scrum from the resulting penalty, Buzzards drove forward and no. 8 and player-coach Tom Mowbray thought he had scored but was adjudged to have been held up.

Much of the second-half followed a similar pattern – Buzzards with most of the possession but being pegged back by long wind assisted kicks. ON’s did continue to offer a threat and it appeared likely they would break the deadlock with ten minutes left as their winger crossed the line, only for Buzzard full back Harri Sayer not only to tackle but to prevent a touch-down.

Just when it looked as if the match would be drawn, came the dramatic denouement with the home backs scoring with three minutes left to leave the final score 10-5. Despite the disappointment of another late defeat, the whole Leighton team knew they had played with an intensity and determination rarely seen this season.

Buzzards can take encouragement from the rock- solid front row combination of KJ Evans, Jon Henkes and Owen Forythe, the new halfback pairing of James Brett and Ollie Taylor providing speed and control, the welcome return of veteran Ed Taylor and the ever -present threat from Harri Sayer at full-back.

A tug-of-war over a patch of countryside overlooking Linslade has broke out once again after developers issued another appeal to the Planning Inspectorate.

For nearly 10 years, residents have fought doggedly to preserve Valley Farm off Derwent Road against proposed housing by developer Paul Newman Homes.

Plans to erect 300 homes at Valley Farm were rejected by the Planning Inspectorate in January last year. A plan to erect 900 homes on the same site was rejected back in 2012.

Now, Paul Newman Homes has made another appeal to the Planning Inspectorate – this time over its outline plan for 50 homes for agricultural land north of Leighton Road (A4146) – after Aylesbury Vale District Council (AVDC) failed to determine the application before its deadline.

Leighton-Linslade town councillor Clive Palmer told the LBO that Valley Farm has been put forward as Green Belt in AVDC’s Local Plan, which is currently under examination by another inspector.

Cllr Palmer said: “Clearly, the outcome of that examination is extremely relevant as far as the planning application is concerned. If the Local Plan is approved and adopted, including the designation of this land as Green Belt, then the prospects for future housing development on it will be further and substantially reduced.

“Presumably, therefore, this is now an attempt by the developer to pre-empt and outmanoeuvre the Local Plan process.”

Public comments can be submitted online at https://acp.planninginspectorate.gov.uk or in writing (three copies) to Initial Appeals, Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Temple Quay, Bristol, BS1 6PN. The planning reference is APP/J0405/W/3203307. All comments must be received by November 23.

Church Farm is a fabulous Grade II listed country house tucked away in a quintessentially English village.

The property - in Eversholt, one of the prettiest villages in mid-Bedfordshire - is available for £1.75 million through Michael Graham.

The stunning house boasts four reception rooms, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a self-contained annexe.

Originally a Queen Anne-style farmhouse, Church Farm has more than 4,000sq ft of living accommodation, meaning there’s plenty of space for even the largest of families.

The feeling of light and space is accentuated by good ceiling heights in all the rooms and the stunning sitting room is triple aspect with French doors to the garden and an archway through to the garden room.

There is a certain checklist to a farmhouse kitchen and this property ticks those boxes, and more!

The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with painted wooden cabinets with oak worktops, a matching Welsh dresser and an island unit with a granite worktop.

No self-respecting farmhouse would be without a utility room or a boot room either, and this property has both. There is also a cellar on the lower ground floor.

Arranged over the first floor are four bedrooms.

One of them boasts four double wardrobes and is currently being used as a dressing room to the dual aspect master bedroom.

A wet-room and a sleek family bathroom are also on this floor.

Two additional bedrooms (one ensuite) are located on the second floor. All fixtures and fittings are contemporary and stylish.

If you need further accommodation or an additional income stream, there is a gorgeous self-contained annexe in the garden with massive Airbnb potential.

A lovely place to live, Eversholt is a picturesque village in mid-Bedfordshire just two miles from Woburn and the historic abbey and safari park.

Quintessentially English, the village boasts a cricket green, tennis courts and a traditional pub: The Green Man is perfect for Sunday lunches by a roaring fire.

If you enjoy the best of both worlds, Eversholt has great commuter links to London with Flitwick railway station three miles away and Milton Keynes station 10 miles away.

Phone 01908 586400 for bookings and information. Alternatively, visit michaelgraham.co.uk/property/rps_mig-WBS170088.

A beautiful coin that is thousands of years old has officially been declared as treasure after a member of the public found it in Wing.

An Eastern British Iron Age Gold Stater (circa 60-20 BC) was found on August 18 by Bryan Robinson on land owned by Ascott Farm Ltd.

Mr Robinson, who was permitted to be on the land, then made his find known, and a treasure inquest was held at Buckinghamshire County Council Cornoners Court, of Beaconsfield, on Thursday (October 25).

Senior coroner, Crispin Giles Butler, concluded that it was treasure. The coin was found in the same area as a previously dispersed hoard of six staters. No other persons had interest in the land.

When an item is declared as treasure The British Musuem or National Museum of Wales is given the opportunity to acquire the find.

There is a system for the finder to be paid a reward from public money based on the treasure’s market value.

It is also possible for some of it to be awarded to the land owner.

Danielle Daglish, Atrin Armani and Elizabeth Sanders starred for Harlequins as she took victory at the Salto 10+ and Advanced Competition in Luton.

Sunday’s competition saw hundreds of gymnasts in action from all over the region.

Danielle was competing in the Level 2 Advanced Girls 11+ and led home team-mates Ellie-Mae Smith in eighth and Charlotte Bolton in sixth.

Danielle came third on bars with a score of 11.9, came second on beam with a score 12.1, came third on floor with a score of 10.8, came third on vault with a score of 11.4, to come first overall with a score of 46.2.

In the Recreational Girls 12+, Elizabeth came eighth on bars with a score of 10.6, came first on beam with a score of 12.1, came second on floor with a score of 11.35, came first on vault with a score of 11.9, to take the gold medal overall with a score of 45.95. Sophie Joyce came 13th on bars with a score of 10.3, came eighth on beam with a score of 11.2, came sixth on floor with a score of 10.85, came 16th on vault with a score of 10.45, to come 14th overall with a score of 42.8. Madison Bryant came ninth on bars with a score of 10.45, came 11th on beam with a score of 11.1, came first on floor with a score of 11.4, came second on vault with a score of 11.65, to come fifth overall with a score of 44.6.

In Level 1 Advanced Girls 11/12, Atrin Amini came 2nd on bars with a score of 11.6, came second on beam with a score of 12.1, came first on floor with a score of 11.45, came ninth on vault with a score of 11.05, to take the gold medal overall with a score of 46.2.

Atrin was joined on the podium by team-mate Caoilfhinn Todd. She came fourth on bars with a score of 11.3, came fifth on beam with a score of 11.7, came second on floor with a score of 11.2, came seventh on vault with a score of 11.3, and finished second overall with a score of 45.5.

In Level 1 Advanced Girls 9/10, Jos Oakes came first on bars with a score of 11.55, came third on beam with a score of 12, came third on floor with a score of 11, came sixth on vault with a score of 11.6, to come second overall with a score of 46.15.

It was almost a Harlequins clean sweep on the podium, but Gabrielle King just missed out on third place, finishing fourth with a score of 45.45.

In Recreational Girls 10/11, Keira French secured a silver medal after she came fourth on bars with a score of 11.15, came first on beam with a score of 12.1, came third on beam with a score of 11.25, came fourth on vault with a score of 11.55. Alice Warby narrowly missed out on the podium as she finished in fourth place.

Hannah Simpson came eighth on bars with a score of 10.55, came second on beam with a score of 11.9, came second on floor with a score of 11.5 and came 23rd overall with a score of 33.95. Zara Tough came third on bars with a score of 11.25, came 20th on beam with a score of 10.8, came 16th on floor with a score of 10.4, came first on vault with a score of 12.2 and came fifth overall with a score of 44.65.

Rosie Burley came 24th on bars with a score of 9.45, came fourth on beam with a score of 11.8, came ninth on floor with a score of 10.8, came seventh on vault with a score of 11.4, coming 13th overall with a score of 43.45. Amy Faulkner came 16th on bars with a score of 10.25, came 16th on beam with a score of 11.2, came first on floor with a score of 11.65, came 14th on vault with a score of 11.15 and came ninth overall with a score of 44.25. Bethany Nolan came seventh on bars with a score of 10.6, came 19th on beam with a score of 11, came fourth on floor with a score of 11.5, came fourth on vault with a score of 11.55, to come eighth overall with a score of 44.3.

A sale of paintings by a watercolour artist from Wing who was commissioned to paint the Houses of Parliament by former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher takes place in the village next month.

US-born Sandra Walker lived in the village for 30 years and she was just two days shy of her 83rd birthday when she died on August 23.

A longstanding officer of the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, Sandra’s work was included in the collections of Senator Ted Kennedy, Senator George McGovern, author John LeCarré and Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.

A sale of more than 90 of Sandra’s paintings is due to take place in Wing Village Hall over the weekend of November 10 and 11.

Friend Gordon Carey has organised the sale in a bid to raise funds for her family.

Mr Carey said: “Sandra was a very prolific painter, always very friendly and easy to get on with.

“She was never overcome with her own fame.”

Sandra met her English husband while she was working for Senator Kennedy in the US.

After her marriage broke down, she chose to remain in Wing where she had made many friends.

Internationally renowned in her field, Sandra travelled the world seeking subjects to photograph which she would then recreate into stunningly intricate and realistic paintings.

A Royal Institute spokesman said: “Sandra’s enthusiasm, her stunning paintings and her many years of service for the RI will be sorely missed by us all, but possibly most of all we will miss her wit, her charm, her wicked sense of humour and infectious laugh.

“Our condolences go to her daughter Jessica and extended family.”

The sale of Sandra’s paintings takes place at Wing Village Hall on Saturday November 10, from 10am to 4pm, and Sunday November 11, from 10am to 3pm.

Leighton Buzzard businesses are rallying together to tackle anti-social behaviour, with more than 30 shops signing up to a pioneering new Safe Zone scheme.

Determined town centre cycling shop Dorvic’s first initiated the idea in September when they announced that they were offering their Bridge Street store as a safe harbour for children if any felt scared, after reports from Linslade about four boys threatened at knifepoint for their bikes.

Now, with the help of Tim Robinson, of Old Smoke Vapes, and local photographer, Steve Thewis, who created the Safe Zone Facebook page, the scheme has snowballed, with more than 30 shops declaring their premises as a safe zone.

Ashley Lewis, owner of Dorvic’s Cycles, said: “The idea was simple, we were hearing stories of kids getting mugged at knifepoint for their bikes and as parents ourselves, we had to find a way to help. Bike theft is a big problem in Leighton Buzzard and as a bike shop we want to encourage people to ride bikes and not be scared to take them outside.

“The initial offer was to allow any child out cycling, who was away from home and felt threatened, a safe place to lock their bikes up, stay inside our shop for as long as needed and use the phone to alert parents. Since posting this on social media it went viral, we had such a positive response from parents and also other businesses offering to help.

“The Safe Zone initiative has now grown with the help of other shop owners setting up the social media group and support from many other local businesses and shops in ‘LB’.

“It has now been extended to offer help to anyone who feels vulnerable or threatened, not just cyclists. We do frequently get kids asking for help, and as we recognise most of the trouble makers and gangs, we can be pretty sure that pleas for help are genuine.

“It would be nice not to have to resort to this but policing in town is stretched and the gangs know that so feel they can get away with anything.”

Tim Robinson, who owns Old Smoke Vapes, Waterborne Walk, said: “About a month ago some kid had their skateboard stolen in the park. He came here and I let him use the phone to call his mum.

“I just want people to know if they need to get away or need help they can come here - it is a safe zone for them.

“It’s not your usual Vape shop; people can come here and have a coffee and I have a few regulars ladies that sit outside with a coffee.

“It is a place where everyone is welcome and with the increase in crime recently I want people to know they can come here if they need to.”

Hearing of the initiatives, Steve Thewis, organiser of RetroPlay, wanted to raise awareness about what Dorvics and Tim had done, so spoke to the town’s PCSOs and made a Facebook page last week.

Steve, of Studio Infinity, High Street, claimed: “I have spoken to the PCSOs and they support the idea.

“I decided to make a Facebook page to gather all the safe zone places together - that way everyone knows where they are. In less than 24 hours it had nearly 70 likes and now it has nearly 1,000.

“The scheme is actually a national thing - I’m surprised no-one knows about it or that the councils haven’t set something up already.”

Steve told the LBO that he is currently waiting for Bedfordshire Police to give the scheme the go-ahead, before Safe Zone window stickers are issued to shops, and that so far the force has been very supportive. And with the overwhelming support Dorvics received, it’s no wonder other businesses have signed up.

Adrienne Lowther, florist at Adrienne’s Flowers, Ropa Court, said: “I think it’s a good scheme because there’s a lot of trouble going on at the moment, but having said that I think any shop down town would welcome anybody without advertising the fact.

“Bikes are being stolen, phones are being stolen, people are being egged. It happens in the town centre.

“I don’t think they are fussy - they target anybody.

“Incidents happen two or three times a week - you here about it on social media or between the businesses.”

But while Adrienne says they haven’t experienced trouble in the shop, other businesses have joined as a result of crime.

Rosa Cristini, owner of SoYou Boutique, claimed: “The reason is that we feel that the retailers need to support one another - I think we don’t get enough support from the police.

“Our shop was vandalised [last week] and we had to scrub the paint off the outside which took a couple of hours - but because we got it off the police don’t see it as vandalism.

“We were disappointed, really disappointed. So we joined because of that really, and also because of what has been happening over the past months. There has been a lot of vandalism, intimidation, people walking past and spitting through doors.

“There’s also quite a few ladies who are on their own in some shops and there have been incidents of groups of around six teenagers walking in - they may only be about 13 years old but they are still intimidating.

“We don’t want trade to be taken away from the high street. There’s a lot of unrest amongst the retailers, but in terms of clubbing together and supporting one another, that’s our strength.”

Mandy Humphrey, who runs Twinstyle Salon in Peacock Mews with her business partner and twin sister Julie Jones, emphasised that the Safe Zone is for everyone, not just children. She said: “Julie said she had read about it and it’s nice to be part of a scheme so people can feel safe - everyone has pulled together.

“Previously, we had a client who came to us [after an upsetting experience] and she came in for a cup of tea. We can do that for anyone. Another shopper [who had additonal needs] also said she was glad she found us because she felt safe here.”

And it’s not just town centre shops that are offering safe havens, with businesses such as Marshalls Coaches, Firbank Way, McDonald’s, Billington Road, and Blood Rush Tattoo Studio, Clarence Road offering somewhere safe in other areas of the town.

Spencer Allen, owner and tattoo artist at Blood Rush, said: “I’m a single father and I have a fifteen year old son, Kiri - if he needs somewhere to go I think it is really important for him to feel safe. We get the school children from Gilbert Inglefield and Vandyke walking past, and if they need to get away from someone and come in here, whoever is causing trouble can’t just casually walk into our shop!

“I’m autistic and I grew up being bullied; I think it is very important to offer these zones - there was nothing around like that when I was younger.”

A Central Bedfordshire Council spokeswoman, said: “We were only made aware of this new initiative last week.

“We are of course always keen to support the businesses, residents and shoppers. The local neighbourhood police team are working with the organisers and the national Safe Place scheme to fully understand how it works in practice and will advise the council and other community safety partners as to how we might take it forwards.”

A Leighton - Linslade Town Council spokesman, said: “Whilst community safety is not a statutory responsibility of the Town Council, it takes the well-being of those who live, work and visit the parish extremely seriously.

“By way of the Operation Dodford Agreement it has with Bedfordshire Police, the Town Council commits £40,000 per annum to community safety measures including market day patrols, event policing, speed awareness devices as well as re-deployable CCTV cameras.

“As a concept, the idea of providing a safe refuge for children who become separated from their parents or guardians is welcomed. How the scheme would operate is a matter we would look to the police and Central Bedfordshire Council to lead on”.

A Bedfordshire Police spokeswoman, said: “We are aware of the planned Leighton Buzzard Safe Zones scheme and, at the present time, we are in communication with the organisers and the local authority about how it will be run and administered.

“Whilst we applaud the initiative, we have a duty of care to fully understand the scope and responsibility of such a scheme. Bedfordshire is no different to other counties in the UK where reported crime is on the increase. However, Leighton Buzzard remains one of the safest places to live and work in the region.”

Although missing our press deadline, Beds Police intends to supply a comment about the incident at SoYou Boutique for the online version of this article.

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1 MUSIC
Alma, Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre, November 3, 7.30pm
Leighton Buzzard Music welcomes the award-winning folk music trio Alma to Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre. The trio comprises the fiddle players Emily Askew and John Dipper, with guitarist Adrian Lever. Their programme will include folk music from the British Isles and from many parts of the world.
Details: leightonbuzzardlibrarytheatre.co.uk

2 THEATRE
Cilla – The Musical, Milton Keynes Theatre, October 30 to November 3
The story follows the extraordinary life of the ordinary teenage girl from Liverpool, Priscilla White, and her rocky, yet remarkable, rise to fame. The score features songs from the ‘60s including Cilla’s hits.
Details: atgtickets.com

3 FAMILY
Freaky FunFest, Mead Open Farm, until October 31
Families can enjoy six Halloween attractions. Help Little Red Riding Hood find her way to Grandma’s house, explore the new Haunted House and more.
Details: meadopenfarm.co.uk

4 DANCE
Flawless, Grove Theatre, Dunstable, November 2
Stars of the smash-hit movies Street Dance 3D 1 and 2 and two-time winners of the World Dance Championships, Flawless came to the fore on TV’s Britain’s Got Talent a few years ago and their popularity has continued to rise ever since. The high energy feelgood family show follows the journey of 10 big dreamers, seeking the opportunity to live their ultimate dance fantasy.
Details: www.grovetheatre.co.uk

5 MUSIC
Frankly Sinatra, Grove Theatre, Dunstable, November 3
Featuring the swing, the swagger and the velvet vocals of Frank Sinatra, enjoy an evening with world renowned vocalist Stephen Triffitt, who starred as Frank for three seasons in Las Vegas.
Details: grovetheatre.co.uk

6 THEATRE
Entertaining Mr Sloane, Stantonbury Theatre, November 1 to 3
Joe Orton’s classic first full-length play exploring sexual manip-
ulation was first performed in the 1960s and retains its dark and subversive edge.
Details: stantonburytheatre.co.uk

7 FAMILY THEATRE
Full of Beans, Lewsey Library, November 3
Bedfordshire-based Full House Theatre presents a fairytale adventure with a difference – all about how Jack’s beans got their magic..
Details: lutonculture.com

8 MUSIC
Celtic Country, Grove Theatre, Dunstable, November 4
The New Seekers’ Eve Graham, and international recording star Dominic Kirwan star in a celebration of Irish song.
Details: grovetheatre.co.uk

9 COMEDY
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy, Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury, November 5
It’s a baby-friendly event for parents to enjoy laughs with stars from the comedy circuit.
Details: atgtickets.com

10 FAMILY
Leighton Buzzard Rotary Fireworks, Brooklands School, Leighton Buzzard, November 3
Wrap up for an evening of bangs, sparkles and food.
Details: eventbrite.co.uk

Visitors from near and far can’t wait to have a fright in the night, as kind Pitstone residents are putting on a spooky Hallowe’en display to help their neighbour.

Peter and Lin Howarth, along with their children and grandchildren, have pulled out all the stops to put on a fantastic trick or treat experience in Durham Road, Pitstone, on Wednesday, October 31.

The kind Howarths, who love Hallowe’en, are creating a haunted house outside their home to help their 13-year-old neighbour who has Rett Syndrome, a rare condition which affects physical and mental development, such as her speech, balance and walking.

Lin said: “We met the Ross family four years ago and their gorgeous daughter,Frankie, who has this cruel condition, and saw the opportunity to turn our fun into an annual fundraiser. We are now in our fourth year and our event has become more popular - one lady has her grandson come and visit from London to see us !

“Frankie lights the room with her personality and excitement and seeing her face on the night is just heart warming.”

This year the Howarths will be dividing money between website and Go Fund Me page ‘Find a Cure for Frankie’ - which raises funds to support Frankie’s horse riding therapy, eye gaze communication and more - and Rett UK, a charity which provides support for families.

At the display there will be a child friendly area, as well as a haunted house (a 6x3 metre marquee) filled with mannequins, and static and animated pieces, which all stay inside so as not to scare the little ones.

The Howarths would like to thank everyone who has donated sweets, PCSO Jackie Dodson of Thames Valley Police, Bottlecap Entertainment, Jade Denwood(make-up) and all their friends, neighbours and villagers for their continued support. The excitement takes place between 5pm and 9pm.

Visit: findacureforfrankie.co.uk and rettuk.org.

Two brothers from Luton have been jailed after a “distinctive” tattoo linked them to a series of burglaries across Bedfordshire.

Liam Moriarty, 24, and Connor Moriarty, 22, both of no fixed abode, were sentenced to three years in prison and four years and nine months in prison respectively at Luton Crown Court on Friday, October 26.

The brothers pleaded guilty to a burglary in Newbury Road, Houghton Regis, while the homeowners were on holiday. Four shotguns were taken from a gun safe, along with around £5,000 in cash.

Liam was identified after the incident was caught on CCTV, as a distinctive tattoo on his right arm was visible in the footage.

Officers attended the address following the burglary and recovered a chisel. An examination revealed the DNA profile on the handle matched that of Connor.

Connor also pleaded guilty to burglaries in Lywood Road, Leighton Buzzard, and Brancker Avenue, Shortstown in June 2018. During both burglaries, the owner’s car and bank cards were taken with the cards later used at service stations.

He also admitted one count of making off without payment.

Detective Constable Andy Boston, who led the investigation, said: “Bedfordshire Police works hard to tackle burglary – we know the impact this crime has on victims who are understandably unsettled when someone has entered their home uninvited. I’m pleased with the sentences received by the two brothers, and I hope this also gives the victims some reassurance.

“I hope during their time in prison they’re able to reflect on their actions – burglary is not a victimless crime and I hope they come to understand the distress and insecurity they have caused.”

Make space for rebirth of a Star.

Growing up in the 90s Star Fox was - and remains to this day - one of my favourite games, so it just had to be Nintendo Switch when it came to Starlink: Battle for Atlas so I could be reunited with Fox McCloud 25 years on.

Starlink: Battle for Atlas is a space exploration, good vs evil action-adventure game from Ubisoft which attempts to revive the toys-to-life market so popular in the past with Skylanders and Disney Infinity.

That in itself would instantly narrow the audience for this new game to children but with the emphasis as much on digital downloads as physical peripherals that is not the case.

As per the name, the game is set in the Atlas star system and your mothership - the Equinox - is ambushed by the Forgotten Legion crashing into a nearby planet.

The captain is taken hostage - what did Bowser start all those years ago with Princess Peach! - and you battle the Legion and its leader, Grax, who is obsessed with tapping into the technology of an ancient race called the Wardens for his own dastardly deeds. Straight away fans of Star Fox will feel all nostalgic if playing the Switch version, which as a starter pack can be purchased with the legendary Mr McCloud and his ship.

Combat is great fun and if you want to spend the money you can build up quote a roster of ships, characters and weapons. These - and more - are also available digitally, though, albeit without the satisfaction of quickly changing weapons or on the ship mounted on your controller and the like. It is a novelty that will probably wear off quickly for older gamers but with plenty of depth digitally there is no reason that should limit the audience in any way.

I completed Starlink in around 23 hours over the course of 5 or 6 nights and had a blast doing it. There was always lots going on and targets to clear. The crowning achievement is the vastness of the universe you inhabit and the sheer excitement that comes with entering a planet.

If you have multiple consoles I would thoroughly recommend the Switch version, not only for the brilliant additional Star Fox content but it seems the game was made to be best enjoyed on Nintendo’s platform.

If you like collectables and don’t mind a fair bit of grind you will probably forgive Starlink’s repetition such as the format of battles becoming all too familiar like in the old days of video games.

Starlink can be enjoyed with or without toys but they are not a necessity to get the most out of the game, in fact you can do more digitally. They do add an element of fun for children, but I can’t see it proving popular enough to rejuvenate the fading toys-to-life genre.

All in all this is a super cool, super fun space adventure with bags of Star Fox nostalgia for Switch gamers. It looks great and plays great with the grind and brevity the only drawbacks stopping it from being great.

Leighton Buzzard Community Policing Team has been kept busy as officers caught teenagers lobbing fireworks at lorries, and two children - one only nine years old - who had stolen eggs from a pub and were throwing them.

Whilst on patrol yesterday evening (Tuesday, October 30), officers saw teenagers throwing fireworks at lorries in Grovebury Road, catching one of the offenders and finding a small amount of cannabis on him.

Last week (October 22) officers were also alerted to two children who were throwing eggs that had been stolen from the Golden Bell pub, Church Square.

Commenting on their Facebook page on October 30, officers said: “Whilst on patrol this evening officers noticed fireworks being thrown towards members of public.

“One of the offenders then decided to run right in to our arms, however he didn’t want to hang around.

“It took as a moment to persuade him, however once in our arms you are not getting away.

“Soon after we found out that he was so keen to disappear because he had some cannabis on him.

“He has been dealt with after being taken home, and we will go and wash our uniforms before coming back tomorrow.”

And on October 22, they wrote: “Whilst patrolling the town we were approached by members of the public reporting youths with eggs. We established the eggs were stolen by the group from a local pub. We detained two youths aged 11 and 9!! Both taken home to their horrified parents who grounded them immediately. We will be dealing with the matter also”.

The LBO contacted the force for more information.

A Bedfordshire Police spokeswoman said: “Yesterday at around 9.30pm whilst on patrol officers noticed fireworks being thrown in Grovebury Road, Leighton Buzzard, in the direction of parked lorries.

“One of the teenage offenders was found with a small amount of cannabis on him.

“The case is under investigation.

“There were three youths throwing fireworks at lorries where there were drivers inside.

“The drivers didn’t want to pursue the matter, which is why the one teenager was dealt with for the cannabis possession.

“Last Monday (October 22) whilst patrolling Leighton Buzzard town centre we were approached by members of the public reporting youths throwing eggs and established the eggs were stolen from the Golden Bell pub.

“We detained two youths aged nine and 11. The nine-year-old was under the age of criminal responsibility and was taken home to his parents who were spoken to.

“The 11-year-old was dealt with via a community resolution order and has agreed not to be involved in any anti-social behaviour in future. Should this order be breached a formal prosecution would follow.

“We hand out community resolution orders when dealing with low level incidents.

“We look at whether the person has been involved in any criminality before and speak to the victim to get their views on whether they think this is an appropriate course of action.”

For those worried about anti-social behaviour this Hallowe’en, Bedfordshire Police has also issued advice, with the night one of the force’s busiest of the year.

The advice is as follows:

1) If you and your family are planning to trick-or-treat or if you are going for a night out please respect others while having fun.

2) All Hallows’ Eve and the weekend preceding will be filled with themed parties and other organised events. If you are planning to have a spooky night out, please remember that alcohol is never an excuse for violence and anti-social behaviour. Always plan you way home in advance and never drink and drive.

3) Always remember that a person incapacitated by alcohol or drugs is not able to give consent and engaging in sexual activity with them is a crime.

4)If you are going for a night out and leaving your house empty, there are steps you can take to minimise a chance of being a victim of burglary. Make your house look lived-in by leaving a light on and make sure you lock all the windows and doors securely.

5) If you and your family are going out on Hallowe’en to trick-or-treat, keep in mind that not all your neighbours might be as enthusiastic. Think twice if the house is not clearly decorated for the celebration and respect the residents if the house displays a sign not to disturb the occupants.

6) Motorists are reminded that there is likely to be big increase in pedestrians on the night. Plus, with the shorter days, please be extra vigilant and keep an eye out for little witches and ghosts.

Superintendedent Nick Lyall said: “We are asking our residents to stay safe and be thoughtful. Hallowe’en is a time of additional demand for our force, so please only use 999 in a genuine emergency. If your report is not urgent you can call 101 or visit our website for more information.

“We would also like to remind people that anti-social behaviour has impact on victims and the local community, and won’t be tolerated. If you are planning on trick-or-treating remember to respect others and do not cause damage to someone’s property.

“We will take all reports seriously and your action during this one night can result in a criminal record so please just go out and enjoy yourself and respect others.”

You can find more advice for Hallowe’en as well as printable materials for homeowners and businesses on the Bedfordshire Police website.

If you wish to report crime or suspicious behaviour visit the force’s online reporting centre or call 101.

In case of emergency or if the crime is still in progress always call 999.

Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111

The ever-popular Rotary Club annual fireworks display at Brooklands School attracts Leightonians in their thousands.

Hopefully most people walk as there is limited parking at the school (car parking £5), but for those who live a distance away, Leighton Buzzard company Marshalls is putting on a free bus service.

The bus will be running on Saturday, November 3, with gates opening at 5.30pm for a lighting up at 6.45pm, and ahead of the main display there will be refreshments and rides to enjoy.

Buses will call at special stops at Sandhills (near the shop), Theedway traffic lights, The Hare pub Chelsea Green, Lomond Drive and also near the junction of Stoke Road.

Tickets for both the fireworks event and the free bus are on sale at Wilkinson Estate Agents on Market Square.

Other ticket outlets (but not the free bus) are at Inwards Motors on Grovebury Road, Adrienne’s Florist at Ropa Court (opposite Waitrose car park), on the gate, or online at eventbrite.co.uk.

Tickets are £6 for adults and children £4 (5 to 15 years – younger than that they are free ), meaning a typical family of four can get in to the event for just £20 and see several thousand pounds worth of fireworks take to the skies. The profits will go to Keech Hospice.

The ‘Guy’ made by the Early Bird Club at Southcott School was eager to get to the show on time and is pictured being helped on board the free bus by members of The Rotary Club of Leighton Linslade and Dean Marshall.

There is still time for schools to make a ‘Guy’ to enter Rotary’s competition with £100 for the best entry and £10 towards making him. Details from Dave Edwards on 07900 950 500.

After the successful live screening of the Wimbledon and World Cup finals at Parson’s Rec this summer, Love Island could be the next to get the big screen treatment in Leighton Buzzard.

The ITV2 reality TV show is a guilty pleasure for millions of viewers across the UK, and sees single people move to a luxury Majorcan villa in the hope of finding love.

As the contestants pair up, the public decides who should be sent home, and mindful of the show’s popularity with a younger audience Leighton-Linslade Town Council is considering screening a popular TV show such as Love Island final next year.

A council report states: “Following the success of the Live Finals broadcast within Parsons Close in 2018, a suggestion has been made to officers to continue to show a live TV broadcast annually.

“The current events programme doesn’t cater for the 18-25 age group - unless as part of a family - therefore a live TV broadcast of a popular TV show final (eg Love Island) would reach this target demographic, showing a romantic comedy film prior to the live broadcast.”

The intiative would cost the council £2,000 each year.

The Cultural and Economic Services Committee has also considered a number of other suggestions to improve the events calendar.

The possible extension of the canal festival into a second day was been discounted, but hours in the Paddocks area will be extended for the event which will be held next year on Saturday, July 27.

A council report says: “A desire to extend the running of the canal festival into a second day has been feedback to offices and members for a number of years by various parties.

“Officers don’t believe we have an audience for a second day of the same event, however we can extend some sections of the event into the evening.

“The main stage, bar and catering operations within the Paddocks area can be extended until 8pm, with the rest of the festival running from 11am until 5pm. Additional live music will be played in the Paddocks alongside the bars and catering opportunities.”

As well as a later finish for staff on the Saturday, the council says extra resources will be needed to carry out a Sunday morning clear-up of the site on Sunday morning due to the later finish, and are budgeting £3,762 extra.

Should the 8pm trial in 2019 prove successful, it will continue for a further two years before it is looked at again.

The traditional Proms event will be moved from the Sunday prior to the August Bank Holiday weekend to tie in with the national Last Night of the Proms event which takes place in September.

For Proms in the Park 2019 on Saturday, September 14, the council intends to have live music from 6pm until 8.45pm before showing live converage of the BBC Last Night At The Proms on a giant screen until 10.30pm. Should the trial prove successful, the intention is to continue this for a further two years before it is reviewed again.

The council is also looking into developing a Living History trail, which would form part of any future Living History event.

The 2019 events programme is as follows:

Wednesday 24th April - Business Networking Event

Sunday 2nd June - Big Lunch Food Festival

Sunday 2nd June to Sunday 8th September - Band Concerts

Saturday 27th July - Canal Festival

Saturday 14th September - Last Night of the Proms

Saturday 5th October - Living History Day

Friday 29th November to Saturday 1st December - Christmas Festival Weekend

Shefford Town & Campton won 3-1 at Caldecote on Saturday to go five points clear at the top of the Premier Division supported by Sportsform.

Matt Allen, Mitchell Foley and Jake Renney netted the goals to do the damage against a lone Caldecote reply via Jack Miller.

Whilst now up into second are Crawley Green Reserves who marched to their fourth win on the bounce with a 3-0 home victory over Wilstead who were losing for the first time on the road this season.

Tim Akerele with a brace and Sam Halfpenny found the back of the net for the home side.

In third are Cranfield United who, whilst losing their 100% away record, stayed unbeaten in drawing 1-1 at Queens Park Crescents. Fabio Sattar netted for the Crescents and Nial Jones replied for United.

Whilst the biggest win of the day belonged to Flitwick Town who ran out 7-1 winners at winless Sharnbrook. Dominic Collins and Florin Filimon both scored twice to go alongside single goals for Dave Keefe, Andy Dadd and Richie Bevan against a lone home reply via Alex Nusica.

Also enjoying life on the road were Stevington who, following three straight away defeats, ran out the 5-1 winners at Ickwell & Old Warden.

William Pinney bagged four goals and Kieran Souter once to bring up the nap hand against a lone home reply from Marko Tobdzic.

Whilst Wootton Blue Cross were beaten 2-1 at AFC Oakley M&DH. Elijah Hukin and Mark Smith were on the M&DH scoresheet against a Blue Cross reply via Peter McDonald.

Riseley Sports returned to winning ways for the first time in six outings with a 2-0 home win over AFC Kempston Town & Bedford College, Jack Healy and Jay Willett netting the goals.

The limited Division One supported by O’Neills action saw Wilstead Reserves lift themselves off of the bottom in winning 4-3 at AFC Kempston Town & Bedford College Reserves. Robert Booth with a hat-trick and a single strike from Rani Thiarra were replied to by a Town hat-trick from Steven Capener.

In the Beds FIntermediate Cup Second Round Cranfield United Reserves netted a 7-2 home win over Christians in Sports. Luke Gray led the way with a hat-trick, Jordan Conway netting a brace and single strikes from Joe Bygraves and Joe Sames making up the seven against Sports replies from Chris Horncastle and Sammy Okere.

Whilst perhaps the result of the day belonged to Biggleswade FC Reserves who won 2-0 at AFC Dunstable Under 21 thanks to a brace of goals from John Veal.

Meantime for Henlow, thanks to goals from Luke Hills, Russell Ayles and Marcin Bator, it was a 3-1 home victory over Flitwick Town Reserves for whom Jim Lewis replied.

Wixams were the 2-1 home victors over Bedford Albion. Gareth White and Adam Jellis on their scoresheet against a lone Albion reply via Adam Lewis.

Alas it was the end of the cup road for Shefford Town & Campton Reserves who were beaten 2-3 at home by Biggleswade United Under 23 despite strikes from Henry Snee and Sam Larson.

The only action in Division Two supported by Hy-Pro saw Atletico Europa run out 5-3 home winners over bottom of the table Unite MK Reserves. Paddy Alimanji with a brace was joined on the home scoresheet by Moses Gilson, Emmanual Adjei and Mo Banda to bring up the nap hand against MK replies via a brace for Nigel Wharton and a single strike from Chris Deary.

In Division Three supported by Hy-Pro Wootton Village extended their unbeaten ways to three games in sharing the points from a 0-0 home draw against Flitwick Town A who were duly losing a three game losing away from home tag.

The biggest win of the day in the Beds FA Junior Cup Second Round belonged to Bedford Albion Reserves who emerged 9-0 away winners at Stotfold Junior Town Reserves. Garry Townsend and Jan Bucur both secured hat-tricks to go alongside single goals from Josh Emmerton, Craig Ford and Marian Subczyk.

Whilst at Cutler Hammer there was 10 goals where hosts Kempston Athletic netted a 6-4 home win over FC Polinia (Luton) - Daniel Mattin with a brace including one from the penalty spot supported by single goals from Tom Hughes, Craig Damon, James Maxwell and Josh St Clair Pierre for the Athletic against Polina replies via Marcin Gorczyca, Przemek Gorczyca, Maeiej Grad and Mateusz Krupczak.

For Pines (Luton) it was a 7-2 home win over M&DH Clapham Sports. Ryan Smith, Nathan Miller and Ryan Farzel all netting braces and joined on their scoresheet by a single strike from Phil Saxby against two in reply from M&DH’s Joshua Griggs.

Whilst also winning big were Clifton with a 6-3 home win over Dinamo Flitwick. Ryan Parker, Joe Worboys, Jim Taylor, Charlie Watson, Liam Chalkley and Josh Adams all finding the back of the net against Dinamo replies via Ray Hall, Alex Sommers and Dale Goldie.

Shefford Town & Campton A ran out 4-2 home winners over AFC Oakley M&DH Reserves. Alex Mitchell, Sam Lummis, Michael Castle and Bradley Vought’s goals only replied to by a brace from Oliver Raymond for the visitors.

St Joseph (Saturday) were 3-0 home victors over Sandy Reserves thanks to goals from Glenn Marshall, Simon Richards and Matthew Terry.

Also romping to a comfortable home win were Sundon Park Rovers in beating Stevington Reserves 6-1. Ethan Tenn and Courtney Francis both scored twice to go alongside single goals for Ryan Gowans and Derek Maruna against a lone Stevington reply from Carlo Straglomario.

Real Haynes were the 3-2 home winners over Stotfold Junior Town thanks to a brace from Bill Flack and a single strike from Josh Brown.

For FC Kokan it was a 3-2 away win at CS Rovers, Abdulrahman Mohamed with a brace and Steven O’Donnell netting the goals against home replies via Connor Darocha and Joseph Campion. Whilst also enjoying life on the road were Sporting Lewsey Park who won 2-1 at Caldecote Reserves. Mark Rafferman and Garath Harnaman were on their scoresheet against a lone home reply from Jake Bruce.

Elsewhere Elstow Abbey ran out 3-0 home winners over Wixams Wanderers thanks to a pair from Travis Joseph and a single goal from Scott Joseph. AFC Luton Leagrave, thanks to goals from Ciaran Connelly, Matt McMillan and Tjay Briggs, were 3-1 home winners over Harlington Juniors.

With goals from Sean Canavan and Ray Robinson Meltis Albion netted a 2-1 home victory over Square FC for whom Harry Sansa replied. Likewise Black Swan were the 3-2 home victors over Houghton Athletic, Ben Smith with a brace and a single goal from Joe Carey only being replied to by Athletic goals from Josh Burnett and Richard Akinsenwa.

Just two of the 16 ties were to go to a dreaded penalty shoot-out. Lidlington United Sports, after an own goal plus strikes from Michael Badkin and Edward Janes, were held to a 3-3 home draw by FC Spandits won the shoot-out 7-6. Thurleigh drew 1-1 at home against Marston Shelton Rovers Reserves who won the shoot out 3-1. Dan Curran for the home side and Carl Borromeo for the Rovers netted the goals in the opening 90 minutes.

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A major fire wreaked havoc on a Kensworth farm yesterday evening, with firefighters working through the night to extinguish the blaze.

It is understood that over 30 firefighters from stations around Bedfordshire came to the rescue.

A Beds Fire and Rescue spokesman said: “Just after 7pm crews from Dunstable, Luton, Toddington, Kempston and Leighton Buzzard attended a barn fire in Dovehouse Lane, Kensworth after hay and animal feed caught fire.

“The ariel platform was in use and Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used hose to control the fire and stop it spreading to an adjoining workshop containing various cylinders.

“Crews remain at the scene monitoring and damping down the barn fire and have been doing so throughout the night. No animals were harmed at the incident and we would like to thank the staff who assisted with the task of creating a fire break using their own forklift truck to stop the fire from spreading.

Neighbour Pat Mitchell told the BBC: ““I looked out my window and all I could see was fire. It was horrendous. Really, really scary.

“It was so close, incredibly big.”

A well-known superhero took time out from his duties in Gotham to patrol the streets of Linslade on Hallowe’en night.

Batman was spotted walking around Soulbury Road, Springfield Road, Rosebury Avenue, Stoke Road, Harcourt Close and St Mary’s Way on Wednesday evening keeping an eye on trick or treaters to make sure they were safe.

The Caped Crusader was in fact a Linslade man, who we have agreed to name only as Mark, in an impressive suit and accompanied by Batgirl (his 13-year-old daughter) and his wife.

The 36-year-old put on a gruff voice akin to The Lego Batman Movie, told Batman-themed jokes, handed out treats, and played the theme tunes from the 1960s Batman series and the Lego Batman Movie through a speaker.

He also complimented trick-or-treaters’ outfits and offered basic crime prevention advice such as ‘stay safe’.

Batman told the LBO: “I have been going trick or treating with my daughter and wife for a number of years however it is over the last three years I have donned the Batsuit.

“I was so impressed by the spirit of people enjoying and celebrating Hallowe’en that I wanted to give something back.

“The first year was a trial with a basic suit bought from an online retailer, my daughter and other trick or treaters found it fun.

“This year and last year, I have gone out with my wife, my daughter as Bat-Girl and me in an upgraded suit with custom designed additions, a bespoke Cape and basic technology such as LED lights and a Bluetooth speaker.”

He added: “I have put my own spin on trick or treating. Whilst my daughter knocks on doors in the usual manner, I will approach trick or treaters and offer Batman-themed treats and entertain them with in-character bat-isms and music.

“My daughter enjoys it and both those children in costume and their parents and carers have fun. A number of them commented this year on how they remembered last year and they are hoping they would see the Dark Knight again.”

Did you see Batman? What did you think? Email news@lbobserver.co.uk. You can also send us your own Hallowe’en pictures.

It’s that time of the year again, with plenty of bonfire and fireworks events taking place across the county. Here’s a selection for families to enjoy:

NOVEMBER 2

* Blues Fireworks Display and Funfair, Bedford Blues Rugby Club, Goldington Road. The club promises another spectacular display which it hopes will attract another sell-out attendance. Gates open at 6pm for an evening of loud and colourful entertainment, with a funfair and bars, along with two displays – one especially for small children. Details: bedfordrugby.co.uk

* Ampthill Fireworks display at the Great Park. Not-for-profit event with any remaining funds donated to local charities. Music, food and amusements from 4pm. Details from info@ampthillfireworks.co.uk

NOVEMBER 3

*Stewkley fireworks display takes place on Saturday, November 3. It is being held in the field behind the Carpenters Arms pub and is organised by 1st Stewkley Scout Group. Entry is £15 for a family (two adults, two kids) or £5 per person with under-fives free. Hot food including a hog roast and drinks will be available at the pub from 6pm with the main display starting at around 7pm.

* Leighton Buzzard Rotary Fireworks, Brooklands School. Wrap up for an evening of bangs, sparkles and food.

Details: eventbrite.co.uk

* Luton Fireworks Spectacular returns to Popes Meadow this year on Saturday, November 3. The event is free and gates open at 6.30pm, with the display starting at 7.30pm. Car parking is available in all town centre car parks and disabled parking is available in the tennis courts car park in Wardown Park (accessed via Stockingstone Road/Old Bedford Road). Access to the site is via paved footpaths. London Luton Airport Ltd (LLAL) is again sponsor of the event.

* Santa Pod Raceway Fireworks Frenzy. The home of European drag racing has fireworks, monstyer tricks and stunt driving. Gates open 2pm with plenty of events and activities; fireworks at 6pm. Details from www.santapod.com

* BPFA fireworks display at Barford Road in Blunham (MK44 3ND). Barbecue, mulled wine and bar. Gates open 5pm; fireworks from 7pm. Adults £5, under-18s £1 (under-3s free).

NOVEMBER 4

* Dunstable Fireworks Display takes place at Dunstable Town Cricket Club, Lancot Park, Totternhoe, on Sunday November 4. The gates open at 5pm and fireworks will begin at 6.30pm. Tickets are prices at £4 for adults, £3 for children and family passes (for two adults and three children) at £13.

* Houghton Regis Fireworks Display takes place at Tithe Farm Recreation Ground, on Sunday, November 4 at 7pm. Gates open at 4pm for a fairground. Road closures run from 6pm until 9pm at Tithe Farm Road (from the junction of Recreation Road) to Hillborough Crescent, and from Hillborough Crescent shops to Grove Road. Parking available at Tithe Farm Primary School, Houghton Regis Leisure Centre and Hawthorn Park School.

* Ampthill Round Table display at The Cross keys in Pulloxhill. Gates open 4pm, fireworks from 6pm with bonfire (weather/wind permitting). Barbecue, stalls and fairground rides. Adults £5, child £3 (family ticket £15). Pre-order online at www.pulloxhillfireworks.co.uk. Limited car parking available on site and at the lower school.

A robbery victim has been left “extremely shaken” after being targeted as she walked along a footpath in Leighton Buzzard.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident which happened at around 1pm on Wednesday, October 24 when a woman in her 60s was walking along the path near the canal and river which run close to Monarch Way.

Two men approached her and grabbed her handbag before running off.

The two suspects are described as white males in their teens or early 20s.

Both had dark hair and were of a skinny build. One was wearing a grey jumper and had a small beard, while the other suspect was wearing a black hoody.

The two men are believed to have made a purchase at a nearby convenience store shortly afterwards.

Det Con Colin Knight, investigating, said: “This robbery left the victim extremely shaken and we need the public’s help to catch those responsible.

“If anyone saw two people matching this description in the area at the time of the offence, please get in touch with us.”

Anyone with any information can contact police through the force’s online reporting centre or by 101, quoting reference 171 of 24 October.

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 800 555 111.