Mum’s terror as one of world’s deadliest snake drops in through ceiling hole

A mum-of-two was terrified after she spotted one of the world’s deadliest snakes slithering out of a hole in her ceiling.

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Shock as masked gang attack teenage girl in Luton

A teenage girl was knocked to the ground in Luton by four masked thugs who tried to rob her.

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Stopsley hairdresser celebrates 30 years at the top

Stopsley hairdressers Martin and Crissie Hunt offered lucky customers cake, prosecco, Buck’s Fizz and 1980s music to help them celebrate three decades in the business.

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Have your say on NHS merger

Health services in Bedfordshire are in line for their biggest shake-up in generations and the public are being asked to speak out.

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Man shot in the street in Luton

A man was left seriously injured after being shot in the street in Luton on Saturday afternoon.

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Willow Project helps sibling sexual abuse survivors

A survivor of sibling sexual abuse is determined to help those who are suffering in silence.

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‘Sexting’ blackmail on the rise, says Bedfordshire Police

Bedfordshire Police is issuing advice on ‘sexting’ with strangers after numerous reports of people being blackmailed.

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Woburn Lower School choir aims for Christmas chart topper

A catchy song recorded by a small village school choir could be winging its way to the top of the Christmas charts, if country singer Lucie Diamond has anything to do with it.

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Pilot street art scheme invite

Luton teenagers are being invited to take part in a unique pilot project to show youth culture in a positive light.

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Ukie TooNes impromptu concert for Vauxhall volunteers

It was all hands on deck when ukelele band Ukie TooNes donned their gardening gear to help Vauxhall volunteers clear an allotment and garden area for Luton community interest company YAWN Life (Young Adults With Needs).

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Brits spend more time on social media than in the pub

The average British person will spend more than three years of their life updating social media, a new study has found.

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REVEALED: The top 10 girls’ and boys’ baby names of 2016

The most popular names for your little bundles of joy have been announced for another year - but is your chosen name on the list?

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Grieving husband’s plea for return of lost phone

A grieving husband from Luton has issued a desperate plea for the return of a missing phone full of memories of his late wife.

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Former hat factory worker celebrates 102nd birthday

A hard-working Lutonian is celebrating her 102nd birthday after dedicating her life to her town and family.

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Luton Mosques say government Prevent plan ‘causes fear’

Luton Council of Mosques has written to Luton Borough Council’s chief executive Trevor Holden opposing the government’s ‘Prevent’ anti-terrorism strategy.

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Invitation to tour Parliament

The history of the Houses of Parliament will seem so much more vivid to a dozen young members of Someries Infant School parliament after they were invited to tour the iconic edifice and meet a number of Lords and Baronesses.

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Meet captivating author Kate at Luton Christian Book Shop

Her book has been described as ‘a beautifully written, haunting memoir . . . so much more than an autobiograhy.’

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Amazon recalls adapters over electric shock fears

Online retailer Amazon is recalling a range of power adapters for its Kindle Fire e-reader range, following the discovery that some items may carry a risk of electrical shock.

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Raising funds for brain tumour research is Hatters’ goal

Luton Town FC is like family and when former team mate Paddy McCourt’s wife Laura was diagnosed with a brain tumour earlier this year, the club stepped in to support Brain Tumour Research for the 2016-17 season.

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Post Office managers’ strike set to disrupt overseas Christmas mail and parcels

Hundreds of Post Office managers are to stage a fresh strike in a dispute over pensions.

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Advice on your festive waste

Households in Central Bedfordshire should have received information about the temporary changes to household waste collections during Christmas week.

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Hunt for attackers after man stabbed in Luton street

A man has received life changing injuries after being stabbed in a Luton street.

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Thousands of dogs will be poisoned by chocolate this Christmas

Thousands of dogs could be fatally poisoned this Christmas by gobbling down festive chocolate treats left lying around by their owners, new research has shown.

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Children now drink a bath full of sugary drinks every year

Children as young as 11 drink the equivalent of almost a bath full of sugary drinks every year, Cancer Research UK has warned.

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Aldi recalls popular food dish over allergy fears

ALDI is recalling one of its popular curry dishes because it contains milk, which is not declared within the ingredients list.

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Nice women earn less says new report

Women who behave like men earn more than those who are nice, according to new research.

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Millions of Brits don’t know their home phone number

Millions of Brits have no idea what their home telephone number is, according to new research.

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REVEALED: The best long-lost British swear words

A language historian has revealed the best long-lost swear words from Britain - including nippy, tarse and wittol.

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Morrisons to revive Safeway brand

Morrisons is reviving the Safeway brand as it looks to branch out from selling to consumers and enter the wholesale market.

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Air ambulance flys to the rescue after man falls from ladder

An air ambulance flew to the rescue after receiving reports of a man falling from a ladder.

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Luton child sex fiend Jake Prescott jailed for nearly 20 years

A “manipulative” child groomer who preyed upon vulnerable youngsters in Luton has been jailed for nearly 20 years.

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Black Friday shoppers can help charity

Sue Ryder is hoping Black Friday shoppers will help donate to their hospice centres.

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Booking a room for your goldfish - the strange requests from hotel guests

A hotel chain has revealed some of the more bizarre requests it gets from customers staying in Bedfordshire.

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Newts on the move as Dray’s dyke protected

A developer has been working to protect one of Luton’s oldest monuments – as well as re-homing some existing inhabitants – at its Turnpike Edge development.

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Shoppers help poppy appeal

Generous shoppers at The Mall Luton have helped to raise over £18,000 for the Royal British Legion.

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This week in 1974 - Birmingham pub bombings and Last Tango in Paris banned

This week, 42 years ago, the Birmingham Pub Bombings took place. On November 21, 1974, bombs were planted in two Birmingham pubs – the Mulberry Bush and the Tavern in the Town. The explosions killed 21 people and injured 182 others.

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Polar vortex could spark plague of rats this Christmas

Homeowners are being urged to be on their guard as cold weather threatens to spark a plague of rats over Christmas.

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DRIVE FOR JUSTICE CAMPAIGN: Number of driving bans handed out by courts falls by 62%

One of the aims of the Drive For Justice campaign is to lobby for greater use of driving bans given out when sentencing and longer bans for those who kill or seriously injure on the roads.

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Carbon monoxide alarm helps save man’s life in Luton

A lucky man called out the fire service when his carbon monoxide alarm went off.

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Bedfordshire health group agrees to carry on funding IVF

Couples trying for a baby will still be able to access specialist fertility services on the NHS following a decision taken at Bedfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group’s (BCCG’s) Governing Body yesterday (Thursday).

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‘No respect’ from shop during Luton Remembrance service

A shop in Luton town centre was slated for showing “no respect” during the Remembrance Day service held earlier this month.

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Lawyer resigns after Twitter spat with Tommy Robinson

A lawyer who engaged in a Twitter spat with Tommy Robinson has resigned from his firm within days after alleged “harassment” reduced him to tears.

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Britain’s Got Talent coming to Luton

Bedfordshire’s best performers are invited to rise to the challenge next month as Britain’s Got Talent rolls into Luton.

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Cyclist ‘critical’ after collision with car

A man is in a critical condition after a road traffic collision on the Luton/Dunstable border earlier today (Thursday).

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DRIVE FOR JUSTICE CAMPAIGN: Max sentence for death by dangerous driving may be increased to 20 years

Speculation is rife that the Government’s long awaited review of dangerous driving offences and penalties may consider the possibility of increasing the maximum sentence for death by dangerous driving from 14 years to 20 years.

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University design festival celebrates Luton talent

A county-wide design festival is heading to Luton to celebrate the talents of school pupils and students.

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Men convicted of Henry Huggins assault now face murder and manslaughter charges

Two men are due to appear at court this morning (Thursday) in relation to the death of Luton’s Henry Huggins.

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Hope for Luton families with Help to Buy

Parents and couples eager to buy their first family home are being encouraged seek support from the government’s Help to Buy scheme.

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Can you give a loving cat a home?

Homeless Cat Rescue are struggling to find homes for three caring felines.

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Ban on backless child car booster seats is delayed

Strict new rules which will see backless car booster seats banned for younger children have been delayed until next year.

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Sabah Khan trial adjourned to New Year

The trial of a woman accused of murdering her sister in Luton has been adjourned until early next year.

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Convicted Luton Cllr Mohammed Ashraf can still claim £7.5k allowance after lengthy absence

A shamed Luton councillor convicted of falsifying business documents in June can continue to claim his £7,500 allowance after turning up to just one council meeting in six months.

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Millions of Brits don’t know their home phone number

Millions of Brits have no idea what their home telephone number is, according to new research.

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Last chance to submit comments over East of Luton plans

A campaign against plans to build on greenbelt land east of Luton is calling on its supporters to object to North Herts District Council (NHDC).

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Tasers ‘failed’ prior to man being shot by police

A man was shot dead by a police officer after tasers failed to be “effectively deployed”, a preliminary inquest has heard.

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VC hero portrait goes under hammer

A portrait of a Sandy war hero who was awarded the Victoria Cross is going under the hammer next week.

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Gran’s grave left open and neglected in Luton for two weeks

A grieving daughter has spoken of her disgust at finding her mum’s grave left open in Luton two weeks after her interment ceremony.

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Key road safety charities back our Drive for Justice campaign

There is a backlash from families who have lost loved ones to road crashes that justice is not done with lenient sentences compounding their grief.

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From being made redundant at BHS to starting her own business

They say when one door closes, another opens – as Emma Matthews, 49, of Sundon Park is only too happy to testify.

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1,100 jobs at risk as another high street staple set to disappear

Another major retailer is to disappear from UK high streets, as struggling office stationery brand Staples has been offloaded by its American owner.

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‘Our superhero Harry taught us that every moment counts’

The sister of a boy who died at Keech Hospice is calling on the people to paint Wardown Park a sea of red and support Luton’s Santa Run.

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Young Ruby from Cockernhoe dances her way to an IDTA finalist medal

A twinkle-toed 11-year-old has pirouetted her way to an International Dancing Teachers’ Association freestyle finalist medal.

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Killer drivers must pay the price - new Drive For Justice campaign launched

Drivers who kill have been sentenced to an average of just four years in prison with dozens escaping jail altogether, an investigation has revealed.

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Partnership for homelessness

A new partnership has been formed to tackle homelessness.

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Top advice on book promotion

Flamboyant entertainment PR Diane Hinds is on a mission – to empower aspiring, small or self-published writers.

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Luton Samaritans are looking for night owl volunteers

Are you a night owl? Would you like to do something useful with your time in the midnight hours?

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Your boxes of festive cheer head for kids

More than 100 kind-hearted readers have sent a steady stream of gaily wrapped shoeboxes, filled with carefully chosen gifts, to be distributed among needy children in the Third World.

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Pet Flea and Tick drops recalled over poisoning fears

A range of pet care products has been recalled by its manufacturer due to concerns that they may contain an element poisonous to cats.

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Gang claiming to be cops conned elderly out of thousands

Four men who pretended to be police officers as they conned over £100,000 out of elderly and vulnerable victims in a nationwide fraud have been sentenced to a total of 15 years at Leeds Crown Court.

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Samaritans mark 50th anniversary

Luton octogenarian June King has been volunteering for Samaritans for 31 years.

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Spiked flail among guns and knives handed in to police

A home made flail with vicious spikes was among more than 2,000 items handed to Beds police in a recent knife amnesty.

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Kay-Lee’s haircut for EAAA in memory of tragic teen Casey

A Luton teenager will donate the hair she’s had trimmed but never cut to The Little Princess Trust.

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Woman used dead mum’s disability badge

A Luton woman has been ordered to pay £210 after pleading guilty to illegal use of a disabled parking permit or ‘blue badge ’ that had been issued to her deceased mother.

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Four in 10 phone calls a ‘nuisance’

Almost four in 10 incoming phone calls in the UK are nuisance calls, according to new research.

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Luton city trader fined £2m for hiding assets after going bankrupt

A former city trader has been hit with a £2m-plus confiscation order for concealing assets during his bankruptcy.

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Three quarters of secondary schools ‘spying on pupils’ devices

Secondary schools in the UK have installed surveillance software on students’ personal devices, monitoring the kind of websites and apps they are accessing.

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Post-truth crowned Word of the Year 2016

The Oxford Dictionary has announced that the word “post-truth” is Word of the Year 2016.

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Burning eye fears lead to contact lens solution recall

A contact lens solution has been recalled by the manufacturer following the discovery of a potential fault which could cause eye irritation or possibly more serious consequences.

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Black Friday bargain hunters beware

UK bargain hunters have been warned that many of the Black Friday deals on offer may not be all they seem.

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VIDEO: Look inside Amazon’s huge warehouse ahead of the Christmas rush

These were the bustling scenes yesterday inside one of Amazon’s biggest distribution centres as it prepares for Black Friday and the Christmas period...

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If you were an animal what would you be? Britain’s worst interview questions and how to answer them

Let’s be honest, job interviews are scary. Your would-be employers are sitting across the table, with eyes fixed firmly on you.

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EastEnders’ stalker jailed for indecency on train

A “serial stalker” jailed last year for preying upon ex-EastEnders’ actress Brooke Kinsella is in prison again after carrying out a sex act on a train between St Albans and Luton.

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Couple lose neglect appeal

The NSPCC has welcomed the news that the Appeal Court rejected a bid from a Luton mother and daughter to have their baby neglect convicton overturned.

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Students celebrate their graduation

Hundreds of students from the University of Bedfordshire gathered to celebrate the end of years of hard work and study at their graduation ceremonies on Wednesday.

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UK unemployment at 11-year low, but figures conceal problem at heart of economy, say TUC

The latest set of labour market figures published this week show UK unemployment fell by 37,000 to 1.6 million in the three months to September, hitting an 11-year-low.

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War and Peace in High Town

A letter in this week’s Luton News/Dunstable Gazette from Sanjay Bagga condemned the name of a wrestling contest taking place at the High Town Club in Luton on November 18.

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Man charged over Luton ‘one punch’ attack

A man has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm after a ‘one punch’ attack in Luton left a victim fighting for his life.

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Beggar’s ban from Luton after ‘posing’ as homeless

A “persistent beggar” said by police to have posed as homeless has been given his marching orders from Luton town centre by magistrates.

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Cops shut down suspected drugs den in Luton

A suspected drugs den in Luton has been shut down thanks to the efforts of Beds Police.

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Luton youngsters are short-changed for mental health funding

Young people in Luton are receiving the lowest funding for mental health services in the UK, a study has revealed.

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QUIZ: Who should really be the next England manager? CELEBRITY EDITION

We’ve already asked you for your thoughts on the next England manager. But what if the next manager wasn’t culled from the usual suspects?

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‘Boy racers’ cause carnage to Luton homes and cars

“Boy racers” caused carnage to homes and cars in Luton on Monday night after speeding up and down a road.

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QUIZ: Who should really be the next England manager?

After Wednesday night’s draw against Spain it now looks inevitable that Gareth Southgate will take up the mantle of England boss.

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Closed door helps save woman in house blaze

The combined quick action of Bedfordshire Firefighters and a closed door averted a potential fatality at a serious fire last night (Tuesday 15 th November) in Houghton Regis.

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Personal best for local lass Kate in New York marathon

Former Leighton Buzzard Athletics Club stalwart Kate Owens has just completed her sixth marathon, clocking up a personal best of 3:01:24.

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Police scrap ISIS-like logo mistake

Bedfordshire Police have had to scrap their Islamophobia Awareness logo, after it was considered to be similar to a symbol used by ISIS.

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5.2m UK adult hook-up website users’ details at risk following hack attack

The personal details of hundreds of millions of users of adult meet-up websites have been exposed following the hacking of AdultFriendFinder and related sites.

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It’s countdown for shoeboxes

Calling everyone who’s left doing their Operation Christmas Child shoebox to the last minute - you better crack on if you want to be included in this year’s collection.

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Councillors collect for Foodbank

Luton’s Labour councillors brought food items to their last meeting to be donated to Luton Foodbank.

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Sign up to be a hero against hunger

Here’s your chance to do something positive this festive season.

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L&D is counting on its volunteers

Cancer and NICU wards at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital have had a welcome transformation – thanks to a team of Nationwide volunteers.

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Bumpy flight but easyjet is staying in town

Budget airline easyJet says it is committed to staying in Luton as the company sees profits drop by 28% .

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Car wash for winter relief campaign

Thanks to the hard work of a team of energetic volunteers, Luton’s rough sleepers will receive backpack survival kits containing sleeping bags, blankets, scarves, food and other essentials.
The team took over the Al-Hira Centre car park last Saturday and spent six hours cleaning vehicles, raisimg £350 for the winter relief campaign.
Al Hira Centre spokesman Dawood Masood said: “It’s always great to see people coming together to help those in need in our community.

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Christmas tree lights switch-on

Everyone’s invited to the L&D at 6pm on Thursday, December 1 for their Christmas tree lights switch-on, which will be carried out by young patients from the children’s ward. Each light is sponsored and the money raised will go to the NICU.

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Project offers help with gardens

Older, vulnerable and disabled Luton residents can book a garden visit from Green Aiders project, run by the community charity Groundwork Luton & Bedfordshire.

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Poster mixup raises Cali-R fears but promotors say the music will go on

Music promoter Sid Hudson is seeking to reassure people who have bought tickets for the Cali-R Christmas Special featuring the Stylistics that the event at Dunstable Leisure Centre on December 9 has NOT been cancelled.

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Memorials join listed buildings

Three Bedfordshire war memorials have been listed to mark Armistice Day.

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Design showing community policing

A budding artist has encapsulated the meaning of community policing in a design which has been emblazoned on the side of a non-response car.

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Man shot dead by Luton police named as Josh PItt from Leighton Buzzard

A 24 year old man who was fatally injured when he was shot by an officer from Bedfordshire Police on Wednesday 9 November in Luton, can now be named as Josh Pitt from Leighton Buzzard. He was formally identified on Saturday 12 November.

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NSPCC is ‘stunned’ by Bushmead contribution

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‘One punch’ attack leaves Luton man fighting for life

A man has been left fighting for his life after being punched to the ground in Luton on Saturday night.

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Make a gift of your time this Christmas

Charities and community groups around town are recruiting volunteers to help over the festive period in all sorts of ways.

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Jonathan has bowled his way to the top

He’s only been playing with Disability Bowls England (DBE) since New Year, but Lutonian Jonathan Stokes has already won the coveted Player of the Year crown.

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Man attacked and robbed of his bike in Luton

A man was pulled from his bike and attacked by robbers in Luton last week.

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Woman robbed in Luton ASDA carpark

Police are appealing for information after a woman was robbed in the car park at Asda Luton on Saturday.

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Feline predator feared to be a will leopard is unmasked - as a pet cat

A huge feline predator feared to be a wild leopard that was spotted prowling near a sleepy Warwickshire village has been unmasked - as a pet cat.

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Luton couple’s secret of a long, happy marriage

Four little words – they’re all you need for a blissfully happy marriage, according to octogenarian Derrick Baxter.

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Largest supermoon in 70 years visible tonight

On Monday night there will be an incredible supermoon – when the full moon will be at its biggest and brightest for almost 70 years.

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Cheddington honours its glorious dead

People of all ages and walks of life gathered at the War Memorial near Cheddington village green to remember the fallen.

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Make a clean sweep before winter sets in

Now temperatures are falling many people across Bedfordshire will be lighting their open fires to warm their home and enjoy the flicker of a real coal or wood fire.

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Half of British kids will own a mobile by age eleven

Half of British children will own a mobile phone by the age of ELEVEN, according to new research.

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From Silly Sausage to the Hatchimal: meet the toys that will drive Britons to spend £1.1bn before Christmas

As she expertly navigated her hot pink Barbie hoverboard drone through a 360 degree turn, Summer gave some serious thought to why girls might be interested in ownership of a remote-controlled “boy toy”.

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It’s true - women really do have better memories than men

In the battle of the sexes, memory – or lack of it – has traditionally played a starring role.

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Workplace tattoos - the pros and cons

To tattoo, or not to tattoo - that is the question. Or perhaps a more pertinent one would be: will having one affect your career prospects?

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Casting call for new TV show which helps you find your dream home

Led by property expert, Lucy Alexander (of Homes Under the Hammer fame), indecisive house hunters will be given the chance to find the right property for them.

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Lack of sleep leads to sugary drink cravings

Getting less than five hours sleep a night makes it more likely you will reach for a can of sugary pop or energy drink - increasing the risk of diabetes.

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Bikes recalled due to safety fears

A bike manufacturer has recalled a number of models from its range following safety fears.

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Man stabbed in Bury Park

A man was rushed to hospital with stab wounds after a clash in Bury Park.

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Luton rail services returning to normal

Train services are returning to normal for Thameslink passengers.

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Should I tell my colleagues I’m gay?

It’s been 13 years since Section 28 was repealed and discriminating against gay people in the workplace was outlawed in the UK.

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Taurid meteor shower to bring ‘fireballs’ to UK skies this weekend

Look up into the night sky this weekend, and you may just see a fireball streaking through the darkness.

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Witnesses in shock over fatal Luton shooting

Eye witnesses tell of their horror after a 24-year-old man was shot dead by armed police following reports of a woman being attacked.

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UPDATE: Train signal repair making good progress

Rail passengers are being thanked for their patience as engineers continue to fix signalling equipment which was damaged at Luton.

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Give a present this Christmas

Household Estate Agents are asking people to donate presents for patients who are going to be in hospital this Christmas.

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Did you see stolen car towed away?

A car was stolen and towed away from a supermarket car park on Monday, November 7.

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Supermodel Kiran visits students

An award winning supermodel and actor helped inspire students seeking careers in film, theatre and television.

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