Girl, 13, attacked by adult in Dunstable shopping centre
Police are studying CCTV images as they investigate an assault on a 13-year-old girl in The Quadrant shopping centre in Dunstable.The girl was attacked by two adults some time between 8.30pm and 9pm on...
View ArticleDunstable choir on song in Schools Got Talent contest
Talented singers at a Dunstable school have earned a chorus of approval after winning a national competition. Hadrian Academy Choir entered the Schools Got Talent contest and it was music to their ears...
View ArticleMulti-vehicle collision
Four people were injured in a multi vehicle collision on the M1 southbound on Monday, October 27.Motorists faced severe delays following the seven vehicle collision, between junctions 9 and 10, at...
View ArticleMatt Adcock’s film review: Fury, starring Brad Pitt
It’s April 1945 and the Allies are making their final push into Germany, facing fierce resistance after Hitler declares ‘total war’ where every man, woman and child must fight to the end.In Fury, meet...
View ArticleLibrarian’s award is just the ticket!
A Dunstable school librarian has received a national award that speaks volumes for her excellent work.Weatherfield Academy’s Liz Millett librarian has been named the School Library Association’s School...
View Article999 calls will be answered
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service will have plans in place to answer 999 calls and respond to emergencies during the four day strike that the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has announced. The FBU...
View ArticleParishes at war with Central Beds Council over ‘stolen’ money
Parish councils across Bedfordshire have called for government back-up, saying they are being denied money due to them by Central Beds Council.In a motion passed on Wednesday at the annual meeting of...
View ArticleFirst World War
Dunstable library is hosting a free workshop on Tuesday, November 11, for anyone interested in tracing their First World War Army ancestors. The session will be from 11am till 12.30pm and will give...
View ArticleStay safe on bonfire night
Central Bedfordshire council is encouraging residents to stay safe at firework displays.The council’s Public Protection team have been inspecting local firework retailers, offering advice to people...
View ArticleTablets keep cops on patrol
The latest high-tech mobile devices now being rolled out to Bedfordshire Police officers on patrol will result in more police time spent on the streets says Police and Crime Commissioner Olly...
View ArticleGeoff Cox’s DVDs: X-Men: Days Of Future Past, Jersey Boys, Tammy, Boyhood
Plaudits must go to director Brian Singer, who started the X-Men series and makes a triumphant return with the new superhero adventure sequel.X-Men: First Class put life into the flagging franchise...
View ArticleOn track for a MotoX winter?
The owner of Dunstable MotoX Park is wondering if the council will blow hot or cold over his plan to steer operating times to winter instead of summer.In a planning application to Central Beds Council,...
View ArticleExtra CCTV for Dog Kennel Walk in crime cut bid
New CCTV cameras are to be installed in a notorious crime alley that links Dunstable and Houghton Regis.Security is being stepped up following a series of assaults and robberies, highlighted by the...
View ArticleMatt Adcock at the cinema: Nightcrawler review
Hello there, I’m Nightcrawler, Lou (Jake Gyllenhaal). No, not the blue-skinned teleporting X-man, but a freelance crime journalist. I’m the guy who gets to crime scenes and films as soon as possible...
View ArticleWoman, 18, attacked after Dunstable dog walkers argument
A young woman was threatened and assaulted by a man as she walked her dog in Dunstable.The attack on the 18-year-old took place at the back of the Tesco store in Skimpot Road.She was walking with her...
View ArticleCaring Houghton Regis boy, 12, shows fostering is a family affair
A Houghton Regis boy has been recognised by a national charity for his important role as part of a fostering family.Stephan Clarke, 12, received a Sons and Daughters Award from The Fostering Network...
View ArticleApartment plans objected
A business entrepreneur will work with the community to improve a planning application for 12 one-bed apartments, after Houghton Regis Town Council objected the plans. Kishor Patel proposed plans to...
View ArticleA socially inclusive society
Unika, a charity aimed at building a socially inclusive society, are holding a launch event at Dunstable Leisure Centre on Friday, November 21. The Mayor of Luton, councillor Mohammed Farooq, will be...
View ArticleCouncil’s scheme to stop rogue traders
Central Bedfordshire Council’s Trading Standards officers will be targeting rogue doorstep traders, as part of National Consumer Week.Officers from the council will be promoting their Nominated...
View ArticleDunstable label Hellavagirl packs punch in fashion industry
For all the sartorial pull of London, the roots of real fashion often stem from the most unlikely quarters.Take Dunstable for instance, where one budding fashion label is proving this market town has...
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