Community News
MK Dons captain visits Leighton school
The children and staff at St George’s Lower in Leighton were treated to a visit from Dean Lewington, captain of the MK Dons.
Building up a site safety message to pupils
National regeneration and housing company Keepmoat has given primary school pupils a lesson in remaining safe near building sites while work is carried out to their school.
Winners at the society’s spring show
Competitors had a spring in their step at Linslade Community Hall recently.
Oxjam fundraising total revealed
The bands Ukie Toones and Chasm were on hand to play at the Oxfam shop in Leighton on Saturday, May 4 when the total raised at this year’s Oxjam music festival was announced.
March against turbine threat
Concerned villagers have united to fight the positioning of wind turbines near Drayton Parslow.
Annual tradition sees child upended by vicar
The bizarre annual tradition of upending a child in Leighton Buzzard was observed again at the weekend.
VIDEO: May Fayre fun video
The sheep danced, the sun shone and this year’s May Fayre in Leighton attracted thousands of smiling faces.
HULA’s fun dog show
HULA Animal Rescue in Aspley Guise is holding a Fun Dog Show and Anniversary Celebrations on Sunday, May 12 (12noon-4.30pm).
Splash and Play to reopen this weekend
Leighton’s Splash and Play facility in Parsons Close Recreation Ground will be turned back on for the summer months today (Saturday, May 4).
A passage to India at Leighton’s railway
Leighton Buzzard Railway will be transformed into a little piece of India over the Bank Holiday weekend (Sunday and Monday).
Sleepover fun for Rainbows
The 3 Rainbow units in the Leighton Heath District joined together for an evening and morning of shared fun at a sleepover.
VIDEO: Latest work on All Saints Church in Leighton video
Like a butterfly from a cocoon the north transept of Leighton Buzzard’s historic All Saints Church has emerged from the scaffolding and steel sheeting which has encased it for the past six months.
Good Lord! A special Vandyke visitor
Vandyke Upper hosted a talk from a member of the House of Lords to encourage students to engage more with the political and parliamentary process.
A question of helping families
A quiz night in aid of the Families United Network is being staged at Leighton Town’s Bell Close ground on Saturday.
Mass walk protest against turbines plan
Residents and community groups are uniting to fight the latest bid to bring a wind farm to the Buckinghamshire countryside.
Visit to contact lens manufacturer was Ultra worthwhile
As part of their studies in A-level science students from Vandyke enjoyed a visit to contact lens manufacturer Ultravision.
Fancy being a carnival princess?
The selection of this year’s two Leighton carnival princesses takes place on May 16.
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Vale residents love life!
More than nine out of ten residents enjoy living in Aylesbury Vale, a survey has revealed.
Canoe club help clear canal of rubbish
More than 30 members and their families from Leighton Buzzard Canoe Club joined with Leighton Linslade in Bloom last Saturday morning to clear rubbish from along the banks and towpath of the Grand Union Canal.
The route to pedal power
Central Bedfordshire Council has developed six new circular cycle routes across the whole of the area to encourage residents and visitors to get out and about and enjoy the countryside.
Otters Swimming Club for the Disabled reach landmark
Leighton Buzzard ‘Otters’ Swimming Club for the Disabled goes from strength to strength. Founded in 1993 by local swimming coach, Christine Munford, to fill a clear need for disabled people of any age or disability to learn to swim, the club is still the only one of its kind in the area.
Scouts honour St George as they hand out awards
More than 300 Leighton Scouts brought St George’s Day to a fitting climax last week with a parade of flags and a service in All Saints Church, writes Peter Sutherst.
Gym/dance showcase from talented pupils
A group of 50 pupils were involved in the Leighton Middle gym/dance showcase which took place just before Easter.
Businesses can help local organisations in many ways
The fortnightly column from the Volunteer Centre at Bossard House, West Street, Leighton Buzzard
Your chance for A Day In The Medical Room
Aged 11-18, and want to try your hand at acting or dancing? Here is your chance to be in the spotlight!
Leighton school with the X Factor
Gilbert Inglefield Academy recently held its annual X Factor competition.
Leighton remembers those who have died
The Ouzel Valley Team Ministry is holding a Service of Thanksgiving to remember all those who have died at Leighton’s All Saints Church on Sunday, April 28.
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Weather for Leighton Buzzard
Monday 20 May 2013
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