Rise in festive drink-drivers
THE number of people arrested for driving under the influence of drink and drugs in Bedfordshire has increased, according to figures released by the police on Friday (January 20).The findings of Beds...
View ArticleVIDEO: Hydrogen-powered vehicle launched
A GROUND-BREAKING project to tackle carbon emissions with a new hydrogen-powered car was unveiled on Tuesday at Vauxhall headquarters in Luton. HydroGen4, the fourth generation of Vauxhall’s...
View ArticleYork clash switched for television
LUTON Town’s home clash with Blue Square Bet Premier rivals York City has been selected for live coverage by Premier Sports TV.The match had originally been scheduled for Saturday, March 31, but will...
View ArticleMatt Adcock’s film review: Underworld - Awakening
Underworld: Awakening“I am a Death Dealer, sworn to destroy those known as the Lycans. Our war has waged for centuries, unseen by human eyes. But all that is about to change... again.”Underworld:...
View ArticleChildren’s toy amnesty
CHARITABLE children donated their old toys to charity at a special toy amnesty at Snakes and Ladders, joined by mascot Leon the Lion on Friday January 13.Cuddly Leon was on hand to lend a helping paw...
View ArticleA giant of a panto from SLAP
THE St Leonard’s Amateur Players, or SLAP as they are better known, are presenting their annual pantomime at St Leonard’s Church Hall in Heath & Reach this Saturday.This year the well-known story...
View ArticleBrabin disappointed as Hatters fall further behind in title race
HATTERS boss Gary Brabin was left disappointed as his side dropped further behind in the title race at the weekend as they could only draw 3-3 with Southport, writes Mike Simmonds.After trailing 2-0,...
View ArticleMorgan-Smith in line to feature against Hinckley
TOWN’s joint leading scorer Amari Morgan-Smith could feature for Hatters in their FA Trophy second round replay with Hinckley United tonight.The nine-goal marksman made a welcome return from his...
View ArticleHatters rated v Southport
Kevin Pilkington: 5 – Really wasn’t his day. Deceived by the wind for the first, exposed by the defence for the second and his luck was completely out with the third.Dan Gleeson: 5.5 – Given a torrid...
View ArticleFootball: A point well made for Town
LEIGHTON Town produced a fine second half performance to earn a draw at home to AFC Hayes on Saturday – a result which should prove to be a point gained rather than two dropped in their bid to avoid...
View ArticleNew CE0 has a big ‘challenge’ on his hands...
FORMER long-serving referee Keith Stroud is the new chief executive of the Bedfordshire FA, and wants the county’s football community to “challenge him” in his position.Stroud has been involved in...
View ArticleNew Year bundle of joy
PROUD parents welcomed a little girl into the world on New Year’s Day. Zoe Strong, 23, gave birth to Mia Louise Anne, her first child, after a 43 hour labour. The baby was due at Christmas but was a...
View ArticleHolocaust Memorial day
Andrew Selous, MP for South-West Bedfordshire, this week pledged his support to Holocaust Memorial Day by signing a book of commitment in the House of Commons. In signing the book of commitment, Andrew...
View ArticleLow-flying chopper frightens residents
SCARED residents in east Leighton were shocked to see a Chinook helicopter skim the trees just ten feet above homes.The incident on Friday has prompted one well-informed resident to lodge a complaint...
View Article£70k cost to stop travellers... and rising!
A COUNCIL has vowed to continue paying for security to blockade a green belt site in Heath and Reach to prevent travellers from taking up residence.Central Beds Council say they will bar access to the...
View ArticleProfessional Town ease through Trophy replay
FA Trophy, second round replay: Luton Town 3 (2) Hinckley United 0 (0)PROFESSIONAL Hatters proved too strong for spirited Hinckley United as they eased to a 3-0 victory in their FA Trophy second round...
View ArticleCar hit for six with bowling ball
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a car was damaged by a ten pin bowling ball in the early hours of this morning (January 24).Officers were called to Victoria Terrace, Hockliffe Road, Leighton,...
View ArticleBurglars hunted
TWO men were chased off when they attempted to break into a house in Hillside Road, Leighton, on Saturday afternoon.The intruders were seen by the homeowner as they tried to force open a back door at...
View ArticleHatters rated v Hinckley United
Mark Tyler: 8.5 – Again upped the ante for the number one shirt with another great performance.Amari Morgan-Smith: 8 – Strong and powerful and took his goal well, has been sorely missed.Robbie...
View ArticleTRAVEL: Where to go in 2012
Whether you’re a traveller in search of new horizons, or a holidaymaker looking for a family break with a difference, Sarah Marshall rounds up the most exciting destinations for 2012.Vietnam:: Best...
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