Latest headlines in our March 5 issue of the LBO include:
Paperweight causes freak fire: Leighton community priest Paul Niemiec spoke of his shock after a freak fire destroyed a lifetime’s memories at his home.
Jo’s story is the inspiration: The powerful story of a Leighton woman who lost her son to a killer disease was the inspiration behind top film director Richard Curtis’s new TV drama, Mary & Martha.
‘Horse’ on the menu: An Indian restaurant does not seem to be taking the UK’s horse meat scandal very seriously as they advertise a starter of ‘Special Horse’.
Travelling showpeople site verdict held up: No decision has been made on proposals for a new permanent site for travelling showpeople near Stanbridge, after Central Beds Council received an 11th hour offer of an alternative site.
Cash in with the LBO: We’ve teamed up with leading housebuilder Taylor Wimpey to offer local good causes the chance to receive £500 in our fantastic Community Chest initiative!
Car fire drama: Onlookers watched on in horror as a car burst into flames as it travelled down a road , with the driver initially oblivious to the danger.
PLUS!
Cut price family breaks with Pontins, 25% off food bill at local pub, win a brand new Mini!
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