Neilson faces relatives chirping up for Canaries tickets
Drawing Norwich City in the fourth round of the FA Cup has left assistant Town manager Alan Neilson with numerous ticket requests from family members, writes Mark Wood.He revealed: “I enjoyed the draw....
View ArticleChanges pay off for proud Buckle
Hatters boss Paul Buckle was proud of his much-changed side as they reached the FA Trophy quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory over Skelmersdale United on Saturday, writes Mike Simmonds.The Town chief...
View ArticleWatch out for potholes on rural roads
The annual pothole season has arrived, according the Bedfordshire branch of the Country Land and Business Association (CLA).The rural business group is urging motorists to be vigilant on country roads...
View ArticleNo rest for Buckle during transfer window
Town boss Paul Buckle won’t have time for a moments rest during the January transfer window as he looks to move on potential targets, writes Mike Simmonds.The Luton chief has already signed Scott...
View ArticleVote for Town’s MOM against Skelmersdale
The Luton News/Dunstable Gazette is running an online man of the match poll for supporters this season.Hatters reached the FA Trophy quarter-finals yesterday with a 2-0 win over Skelmersdale...
View ArticleMinister ruffles feathers in wind farm debate
Opponents of a controversial scheme to site a wind turbines just outside Leighton-Linslade have received welcome backing this week from government planning minister, Nick Boles, who told colleague,...
View ArticleTown down to sixth as Harriers beat Mansfield
Luton Town dropped back down to sixth in the Blue Square Bet Premier after yesterday’s results, writes Mike Simmonds.While Hatters were edging past Skelmersdale in the FA Trophy, they were leapfrogged...
View ArticleWoodland restoration begins in Heath and Reach
Work has begun on restoring an ancient woodland in Heath and Reach that will bring its appearance back to a time before conifer plantations were established on the site.The Greensand Trust, which...
View ArticleWilly Russell comedy set for R & D
A cast of well-known faces has just been revealed for Royal & Derngate’s production of Willy Russell’s One For The Road which takes to the Royal stage from February 1 for three weeks.One the...
View ArticleThe London 50 Hour Improvathon (review)
It is the ultimate test for the most diehard of audiences. You’ve heard of extreme sports? Welcome to the world of extreme theatre. Would you have the staying power to watch a show that started at 7pm...
View ArticleMatt Adcock’s film review: Les Misérables
“To love another person is to see the face of God.” You’ve maybe seen the stage musical, you’ve almost certainly heard Susan Boyle’s version of I Dreamed A Dream, but are you ready for a big screen,...
View ArticleGray a doubt as Buckle hopes Telford clash beats weather
Town boss Paul Buckle admitted his concern over the fitness striker Andre Gray for the trip to AFC Telford United tomorrow night, writes Mike Simmonds.The in-form striker has eight goals in his last 10...
View ArticleA right royal comedy with Maurice’s Jubilee
Actor Nichola McAuliffe, last seen at The Waterside in Alan Bennett’s Lady In The Van, has written an affectionate new comedy that comes to the venue at the end of this month.At the centre of Maurice’s...
View ArticleSkem boss felt 2-0 Trophy win flattered the Hatters
A 2-0 victory for Luton flattered the Hatters according to proud Skelmersdale United boss Tommy Lawson after he saw his side floored by Town late show at Kenilworth Road on Saturday, writes Mark...
View ArticleHatters await FA Trophy quarter-final draw
Luton Town are in the hat for the FA Trophy quarter-final draw to be made this morning.Town’s 2-0 win over Skelmersdale United will see them play either Southport, Wrexham, Dartford, Grimsby, FC...
View ArticleHatters rated v Skelmersdale
Dean Brill: 6 – Largely untroubled and took his crosses well.Lathaniel Rowe-Turner: 6.5 – Another controlled showing at centre-half from the adaptable defender.Alex Lawless: 6.5 – Switched to...
View ArticleLinslade parking row faces backlash
Linslade residents who are calling for road restrictions to combat commuter parking are being warned to be careful what they wish for.Central Beds Council has spent more than a year carrying out...
View ArticleHatters draw Grimsby away in FA Trophy quarter-finals
Hatters have been draw away to Blue Square Bet Premier promotion rivals Grimsby Town in the FA Trophy quarter-finals.Town reached the last eight by beating Skelmersdale 2-0 on Saturday, while the...
View ArticleTown boss waits on fitness of Gray and O’Donnell
Hatters boss Paul Buckle faces an anxious wait to see if duo Andre Gray and JJ O’Donnell are fit for tomorrow’s clash with AFC Telford, writes Mike Simmonds.Gray limped off at the end of Saturday’s FA...
View ArticleJean kicks up a stink about dog poo
Leighton pensioner and professional dog walker Jean Batey is calling for a get tough campaign against fellow pet owners who are turning the town’s streets and parks into one big toilet.The 68-year-old...
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