Leighton-Linslade open gardens event
Leighton-Linslade’s ‘In Bloom’ campaign is celebrating success in raising awareness of environmental issues including conservation, biodiversity and addressing the decline in bee populations.The...
View ArticleAlan Dee’s movie preview: The Big Wedding, The Purge
Once upon a time the name Robert de Niro above the title meant one thing – passionate, powerhouse performances rooted in blue-collar sensibilities, muscular masterpieces of method acting.You were with...
View ArticleVIDEO: Mani’s Helping Hands
Parents of a baby boy born at 11 minutes past 11 on the morning of 11/11/11 say they want his special presence to live on by helping other critically ill children.At just 1lb and 5oz, Mani Ian Reid was...
View ArticleNetball round-up and Charity Tournament action
Wyvern Grangers Hurricanes were beaten in the final as the Bedford & District Netball Junior League season culminated with its Charity Tournament.Eleven High Five teams competed against each other...
View ArticleDancing At Lughnasa (review)
A hundred years ago the sight of the five Mundy sisters wailing like banshees and leaping around the kitchen table in wild abandon would probably have got them condemned as witches.In fact the only...
View ArticleStill considering releasing both Spiller and Richards
Hatters boss John Still confirmed he may well be looking at releasing both Danny Spiller and Garry Richards, writes Mike Simmonds.The pair both signed two-year deals after joining from Gillingham last...
View ArticleHatters looking to make three more signings
Town boss John Still has his eye on up to three more signings as he continues to bolster his squad for a promotion push next season, writes Mike Simmonds.The new manager has already added six new...
View ArticleTeenager’s tribute to late nan
A granddaughter has chosen the ultimate adrenaline challenge to jump out of a plane and pay tribute to the relative she never met.Naomi Johnson, 18, of Derwent Road, Linslade, is taking on the brave...
View ArticleWembley thrill for youngster
An eight-year-old boy from Wing is preparing to walk out at the 90,000 capacity Wembley Stadium alongside his football idols.Oliver Flecknell will stride out with the England football team when they...
View ArticleJustham looking to challenge Tyler for Town’s number one jersey
Promising young keeper Elliot Justham is relishing the chance of learning from the best at Kenilworth Road as he looks to challenge experienced stopper Mark Tyler for the number one jersey, writes Mark...
View ArticleWalker urged to make a name for himself after Hatters exit
Attacker Dan Walker would have struggled to break into Town’s first team had he stayed at the club according to boss John Still, writes Mike Simmonds.The 23-year-old saw his three-year stint at...
View ArticleLeighton man remanded in custody for burglary charges
A Leighton man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with five burglaries in Harpenden.Dennis Skiller, 32 of Eagle Close, appeared at St Albans Crown Court today after being...
View ArticleGray and Smith win Town online vote
Striker Andre Gray and midfielder Jonathan Smith were joint winners of the News/Gazette online man of the match award this season, writes Mike Simmonds.After every game, Luton supporters were asked to...
View ArticleHelp the hospice - be a superhero
Keech Hospice Care wants everyone to become a caped crusader for the day.All you have to do is dress up as your favourite superhero and take part in a sponsored run at Stockwood Discovery Centre at...
View ArticleStevenson backs Fitzsimons to be a hit at Hatters
New Town signing James Stevenson wasn’t surprised in the slightest to be joined at Luton by former Histon team-mate Danny Fitzsimons, writes Mike Simmonds.The pair became Hatters’ boss John Still’s...
View ArticleIncreased demand for Citizens Advice Bureau
Residents who are concerned about changes due to Welfare Reform can now access extra help from Leighton-Linslade Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB).From June 4, the Bureau is increasing its opening hours by...
View ArticleTown striker Gray heads to Bermuda
Hatters striker Andre Gray is flying out to Bermuda this week ahead of England C’s international friendly clash taking place on Tuesday, writes Mike Simmonds.The 21-year-old, who scored 20 goals in all...
View ArticleReported sex crimes rocket in Aylesbury Vale
The number of sex attacks reported to police in Aylesbury Vale has rocketed in light of the Jimmy Savile scandal it was revealed this week.Local policing area commander Olly Wright said: “We’re very...
View ArticleREVIEW: The Little Things is a big deal
The Next Generation Youth Theatre made a big song and dance about The Little Things at the Hat Factory on Tuesday (May 28).The Little Things was a spirited and well-humoured reminder to stop and smell...
View ArticleHandmade & Vintage Fayre returns this weekend
The Handmade & Vintage Extravaganza is back this weekend, once again filling Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk in a sea of unusual, novel, cool stuff!Expect quirky homeware from Snog the Frog (taking...
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