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Jobs: Entrepreneurs would ‘do it all again’
Nine out of 10 business owners would set out on their own again despite the difficulties of running their own firms.
Village pub hosts vegetable competition for children
A village pub has involved schools in a project to spark their imagination and to wider their knowledge of growing vegetables and healthy eating.
Martins picks his choice for Beds Chief Con
Beds Police crime commissioner Olly Martins is putting up Colette Paul, currently Deputy Chief Constable of South Wales Police, as the county’s new Chief Constable.
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Leighton man confesses to countywide burglaries
A Leighton man has been charged with five burglaries in Harpenden and has confessed to committing a further 40 across the county.
Green light for disabled access
It’s not quite full steam ahead just yet, but the wheels are in motion for the go-ahead of future plans to improve access at Leighton train station.
Video: hand reared piglets at Whipsnade Zoo video
Three wild boar piglets are being hand reared by zoo keepers - with the help of a cuddly toy sheep.
Sport
Hatters snap up Hull striker Cullen
Town have completed the signing of striker Mark Cullen on a two-year contract after he was released by Premier League-bound Hull City.
Tyler pens new Town deal
Hatters goalkeeper Mark Tyler has signed a new one-year contract with the club.
Hatters to host Aston Villa
Luton Town will play Premier League side Aston Villa at Kenilworth Road as part of their pre-season schedule.
Whalley tipped to be a star at Kenilworth Road
New Hatters signing Andrew Parry has backed former Southport team-mate Shaun Whalley to be a big hit at Kenilworth Road the next season, writes Mark Wood.
Football League finally respond to Trust in Luton letters
The Football League have finally responded to two letters from Trust in Luton questioning the penalties received by Watford and Portsmouth due to their recent misdemeanours.
Rain doesn’t stop play as LBRCC riders go at it full steam ahead!
It’s been an eventful week for LBRCC-Solgar, with members competing in numerous races around the country as the cycling season continues to gather pace.
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Video: hand reared piglets at Whipsnade Zoo video
Three wild boar piglets are being hand reared by zoo keepers - with the help of a cuddly toy sheep.
Lifestyle
Haunting fairytale show explores what happens after the happily ever after
If you go down to the woods today, you’re in for a haunting but magical treat.
More protection for owners of leasehold flats is welcomed
Owners of leasehold flats will get greater protection against poor service from managing agents following the launch of a new regulatory regime.
This Ashridge event isn’t half appealing!
Organisers of the first Ashridge Half Marathon hope that this serene scene will entice enthusiastic athletes to sign up for next month’s event and boost numbers after a slow start.
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‘Time to make a move if you have your eye on a particular school’
It’s coming up to half term, and it’s a key time of year for many parents as arrangements are made for the allocation of school places.
Leighton-Linslade muscian plays to home crowd
A Bedfordshire blues band who are currently touring the UK to promote their new single are gearing up for a special performance in the town.
Community
Party time for pre-school
Vandyke Preschool celebrated their positive Ofsted report with a celebratory bounce in the grounds of their Leighton site.
This Ashridge event isn’t half appealing!
Organisers of the first Ashridge Half Marathon hope that this serene scene will entice enthusiastic athletes to sign up for next month’s event and boost numbers after a slow start.
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Gipsy plan survey
A consultation on where new gipsy and traveller pitches should go in Central Bedfordshire starts on May 20.
Discover the farm behind your food
The biggest event in the farming calendar is only one month away.
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VIDEO: Fay-well to Leighton PCSO video
A dedicated PCSO who has been in the police service for 25 years has hung up her hat after waving goodbye to her Leighton colleagues.
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Weather for Leighton Buzzard
Saturday 18 May 2013
Today
Cloudy
Temperature: 6 C to 14 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: West
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Cloudy
Temperature: 8 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: North east
