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40,000 VIEWS OF ‘SAVE OUR TOWN’ YOUTUBE VIDEO by Geoff Cox
LUTON is uniting behind the vision to Save Our Town like never before after a campaign group’s latest video smashed previous records.
the film, created by students from luton South MP Gavin Shuker’s Summer School for the #saveourtown group, has been watched 40,000 times on all social media platforms since its release on Friday. Featuring a variety of people, including luton town footballers James Shea and Matty Pearson, the club’s chief executive Gary Sweet, local busi-
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RAIL DISRUPTION AT BEDFORD STATION FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS
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Network rail is carrying out vital work to refurbish the lifts at Bedford railway station to give those with additional access needs a more reliable route to the platforms. the work begins on Monday, 1 october and will be completed on Monday, 3 December. Due to the nature of the work, this means that there will be no step-free access to
the station during this time. Passengers who are unable to use the stairs and are travelling from Bedford will be given the option of either using southbound trains from Platform 1, which may not be the next service, or taking a FREE accessible taxi to Luton Airport Parkway or Wellingborough, for the north.
Passengers travelling to Bedford from the south will need to alight at Luton Airport Parkway where a free accessible taxi will help them continue their journey. Passengers travelling from the north will alight at Wellingborough for a FREE taxi to Bedford. as part of the Midland Mainline Upgrade, Network rail engineering
works will also be taking place on the weekends of 13th and 14th october and 10th and 11th November which will mean no east Midlands trains services will be able to run between Bedford and leicester. this work is the demolition of earwigg railway bridge near Milton ernest,
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Dub Pistols return to Esquires – see page 23 What’s On starts on page 21 Hatters sign a new winger – see page 39
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40,000 VIEWS OF ‘SAVE OUR TOWN’ YOUTUBE VIDEO ness owners and politicians, the video highlights how the Hatters’ major regeneration plans for Newlands Park and Power Court are about more than football.
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the #saveourtown group has been campaigning to raise awareness of the proposals that stand to transform luton, which has been awaiting a planning decision for more than two years due to objections from Capital & regional, the owners of the Mall shopping centre. the video, produced by the
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Bedfordshire, to allow the installation of overhead wires. Customers who will be travelling during this time and need assistance are urged to plan ahead and book assistance for their journey, especially those that may be travelling to attend events on remembrance Sunday. rob Mcintosh, route Managing Director for Network rail, said: “we know that these lifts have been unreliable, and we apologise for this. “there’s never an ideal time to carry out this type of upgrade and we do appreciate the impact that this will have. we have worked closely with both thameslink and east Midlands trains to keep the impact to a minimum. “the lifts need to be refurbished so that we can create a more reliable route to the platforms for those who need it, creating a more modern and reliable railway which meets the needs of all passengers at the station. we’d like to thank station users for
their patience whilst this takes place. Joe Healy, station manager at Bedford Station, said: “we’ll be doing our best to help passengers with pushchairs and luggage during the work but passengers who cannot negotiate the stairs will need to travel via the next nearest accessible station. “we can order accessible taxis on demand but there is inevitably a delay, so we would urge these passengers to arrange this in advance if possible via our dedicated assistance team.” Dan lucas, General Manager for east Midlands trains, said: "the refurbishment of these lifts will cause some inconvenience for customers, but we will be doing all we can make it as simple as possible for those travelling during this time. if you do need a helping hand, please contact us in advance and we will be pleased to provide advice and make alternative arrangements if needed." Passengers can organise assistance through contacting their train operator.
Dallow road-based Creative Film campaigning. You can still donate to workshops, highlights how this will the cause at: https://www.just be achieved with an annual giving.com/crowdfunding/saveour £261million boost to the local econtownluton, with £7,000 now raised omy, plus 10,000 new jobs created by towards the target of £10,000 to meet a range of community, leisure and the cost of further engagement events entertainment facilities, offices, hotels, and campaign materials. homes and high-end retail, as well as a the Summer Schoolers – new 17,500-seater football stadium. Haleema ali, James tarney, the video has now topped Muhammad ali, emily Mahon, #saveourtown’s previous two mostlinda-Jean Hammond, ozud Miah, watched efforts combined – of '80s Peter Gallizzi and Callum Carr – had pop legend Paul Young and previously also helped publicise the Hillborough Junior School – exceedcampaign in front of thousands of ing all luton fans at expectations and half-time during still going strong. their first home andy king, game of the #saveourtown’s season against acting chairman, Sunderland, said: “the video displaying an 11metre banner on has really the pitch. resonated with emily Mahon people and we’ve said: “luton will been inundated benefit immeawith likes, shares Page 7 surably from the and positive Power Court and messages, asking Newlands Park developments, so to us to keep pressing for a luton we all have the opportunity to work with a want and deserve. project that is campaigning for such an "it’s clear that awareness and important development has been a real momentum is growing, and we’d just privilege.” urge everyone in the know to keep linda Hammond, who also sang spreading the message far and wide, at the Hope Church bash, said: “we that our town has a bright new future are so excited to have the opportunity in store. to raise money for such a worthwhile "we'd also like to thank the Summer Schoolers for their hard work cause.” Mr king added: “we will and efforts in supporting the #saveourcontinue to speak to as many people town campaign and sharing our positive message with local communi- as possible, for as long as it takes, to ensure that all communities know ties and businesses.” about these transformational proposlast month, the students hosted a als. Support is growing because fundraising evening at Hope Church, where the video was premiered along- people understand then benefits that these plans will bring in terms of side live music from luton jobs, facilities, a boost to our econUkimaniacs – who played their omy and a chance to change the specially-written #saveourtown song town’s reputation. these people must – and an auction, which raised be listened to.” £345.87 to help #saveourtown’s
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Changing times at Bedford M&S
tHe times they are a’changing in Bedford town centre - not least with Marks and Spencer now staying open until 7 pm Monday to Friday, for a trial period until Christmas. New Store Manager andy lightfoot says the announcement signals the commitment the national brand has towards Bedford town centre, and to its changing customers and shopping habits. Commuters hurrying home after a hard day in the City can stop off at the store for food, or to pick up and collect purchases. the same applies to the 1,000s of new people who live in town centre flats, which have been converted from offices, and who want the convenience of being able to visit the store after work. the news has been welcomed by the love Bedford team who repre-
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sent businesses in the town centre. “a criticism levelled at Bedford has been that it shuts up shop at 5.30pm. there is a demand from town centre residents and those passing through from the train station, for access to at least some services,” said Christina rowe Director, “we very much welcome this news from M&S and hope that people will respond by supporting them.” other outlets which are open later in the town centre include tesco Midland road and High Street until 10 pm Mon - Sat. For full details and links to all town centre businesses visit www.lovebedford.co.uk directory which contains 100s of listings. andy lightfoot Store Manager joins the love Bedford business breakfast
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TOWN SUPPORTERS’ TRUST Chartered FE status LUTON & LOYAL LUTON STATEMENT for Bedford College Double standards BeDForD College has been granted membership of the Chartered institution for Further education, under its royal Charter. Principal and Chief executive of Bedford College, ian Pryce CBe says: “we are delighted and proud to to take our place among so many exceptional organisations. we want to work with others to raise the profile of the further education sector, promote its professionalism and raise standards further to give everyone in our community a better future and help individuals and employers achieve their ambition. the royal Charter and the creation of the institution is the most visible signal of the national importance of further education since incorporation in 1993. we look forward to helping increase the awareness of the force for good that is further education.” Bedford College can trace its history back to 1892 with the creation of Bedford training College for teachers. Since then there have been several additions and changes to the provision, including the acquisition of Shuttleworth College and Bedford training Group, and a 2017 merger with tresham College. all of these changes have served to strengthen and widen the educational provision of what is now the Bedford College Group, which serves almost twenty thousand students and apprentices each year. in 2008 Bedford College became
the first general Fe college to be awarded the 5 Star european Quality Mark (eFQM), as well as winning the National award for leadership. in 2011 the College won the teS leadership award, and in 2017 the Bedfordshire business community voted Bedford College the best large organisation in the county of Bedfordshire. the process of applying for Membership of the Chartered institution for Further education actually helped Bedford College to bring people together and the success of the application is seen as a success for the whole organisation and has had a hugely positive impact on staff. ian Pryce added: “as a Chartered provider we feel part of a very special set of institutions, committed not to being boastful but to promoting the whole sector and the work it does. the Charter gives the sector a profile and independence it has not had before and creates a space for us to be independent-minded.” Dan wright, Ceo and Secretary of the Chartered institution for Further education said: “Bedford College is a shining example of excellence in further education and we are delighted to welcome the College as a new Member of the Chartered institution for Further education. we look forward to working together to promote and elevate the sector as a whole.” http://www.bedford.ac.uk
and dirty tricks by Kevin Harper
Yet more double standards and dirty tricks by Capital & regional – determined to block and delay the regeneration of our town of luton. we are appalled yet again by the latest hypocrisy shown by Mall owners Capital & regional, and their advisers, in their attempt to block and delay plans for the regeneration of luton with Power Court and Newlands Park – plans which they have stated they will try and ‘kick into the long grass’ for their own benefit. in the latest news we discover that one of C&r’s key advisers- turley associates – have concluded that there would be a “a significant adverse impact” on luton town centre if the Newlands Park development went ahead. this statement is included in a package of documents delivered at the last minute (another of their delaying tactics) to luton Borough Council. this should be the future for the town of luton Yet turley reached completely different conclusions about the impact of edge-of-town retail on luton town centre when hired by a client with a different agenda. acting for the company wanting to build new retail units in North Houghton regis, turley concluded that even in the worst case scenario the retail would not have “a serious adverse impact.” in fact turley went further and urged luton Borough Council to reach a decision on the developments “that is an overall balancing of positive and negative impacts.” So why the complete change of view? Could it be that money talks? Can we believe anything that is being said by C&r and it advisers, or is it just a case that corporates with deep pockets, like C&r, can buy the answers they want? this is just the latest in a long line of ‘dirty tricks’ let’s take a quick look at some of what C&r have said and done of late… l C&r think it’s okay to have two cinemas in Hemel Hempstead but there should only be one in luton (funnily enough, it’s them who are looking to develop the Hemel cinema). l C&r say it’s okay for its own ilford Mall to trade alongside the westfield shopping centre, but not for luton Mall to trade in the same town as Newlands Park. l C&r employ an adviser who accused people who object to new developments of being NiMBYs yet who now opposes developments which will regenerate luton. l C&r use a Pr company with a principal whose previous company was exposed as producing false letters and other ‘dirty tricks’ by the evening Standard and Channel 4 ‘Dispatches’. l C&r said there should be an Urban Park at Power Court then completely changed their minds. l C&r produced no new plans for regeneration of luton town centre then came up with a sketchy ‘back of fag packet’ idea at the last minute for comments on Power Court and Newlands Park. l C&r claim that they are about to commit £millions to enhancing luton town centre but we see no signs of this investment. l C&r claim that Newlands Park is a retail development which will damage the town centre when in fact it is a mixed use development which will complement the town centre offering. l and now we see C&r advisers turley advisers claiming that a new retail development at Houghton regis wouldn’t impact luton town centre but Newlands Park would. amazing. So who should we believe? we prefer to trust the conclusions of an independent study commissioned by luton Borough Council which is much more upbeat about the proposed plans for Newlands Park and Power Court, and a bright new future for our town. we prefer to support plans which will bring 10,000+ jobs to the town and an annual boost of £250million to the local economy. we prefer decisions about the town to be made by democratically elected representatives of luton’s communities rather than a faceless corporation which only cares about its own profits. we prefer regeneration to stagnation. we’re not fooled by you, C&r. and neither are the good people of luton. Tony Murray, Chair Luton Town Supporters’ Trust Mark Bradbury, Chair Loyal Luton Supporters Club
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Shortstown boy receives Bedford property closed three-year football ban following drugs warrant a 17-year-old boy from Shortstown, near Bedford, has been handed a court order banning him from attending football matches, as we continue to clamp down on football-related disorder and violence. the boy was made the subject of a three-year Football Banning order following a hearing at luton Magistrates’ Court on tuesday, September 18, 2018. the order bans him from attending matches anywhere in the country for three years, and he is also prevented from travelling abroad during international matches and tournaments. PC richard Howlett, football banning officer, said: “He received
the banning order for a number of incidents of anti-social behaviour whilst following luton town. “we will not tolerate those who use attendance at football matches as an excuse for disorder. Banning people who behave this way makes it safer for everyone to enjoy the game; football is a family sport, and everyone should be able to support their team without fear of violence or intimidation. “this should serve as a clear message to anyone who feels it’s acceptable to inflict their anti-social behaviour on other football fans, the vast majority of who are well behaved.”
Four charged with Bedford murder FoUr people have been charged with murder after the death of a 16year-old boy in Bedford. Cemeren Yilmaz, of roman Paddock, Harrold, died after being attacked in ashmead road on Sunday, September 16, 2018. aaron Miller, 19, of tavistock Street, Bedford, and three 15-year-old boys from Bedford, who cannot be
named for legal reasons, have been charged with murder in connection to the incident. a 40-year-old man from Bedford has been released by police and will face no further action. a 19-year-old man from Bedford will face no further action in terms of the murder enquiry, but remains under investigation for drug offences.
A PROPERTY closure order has been issued, after a successful drugs warrant at a property in Paddlers Court, Bedford on Sunday, September 16, 2018. Officers carried out the warrant following a number of reports of drug dealing and antisocial behaviour in the area. No drugs were found during the search, however, items involved in the preparation and use of drugs were discovered. In addition, numerous deal bags containing the remnants of Class A and Class B drugs were located, along with an adapted pole stick knife and an imitation firearm.
A hearing at Luton Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, September 18, saw a three-month property closure order granted. PC Emily Keech said: “We remain committed to working with residents to tackle the most serious issues impacting our communities, such as drug use, as these type of crimes have longstanding detrimental effects. “This successful warrant and subsequent property closure would not have been possible without the support of our partners agencies, and we will continue the multiagency approach to keep our communities safe.”
Brothel and a drugs den closed tHe police have successfully closed two addresses linked to drugs and prostitution in luton last week. on Monday, September 17, officers visited a property in russell Street, luton, after a report was received from a neighbouring force regarding the welfare of a woman thought to be at the address. at the address, officers discovered evidence indicating the house was being used as a brothel. after an investigation, a 24-hour
closure notice was granted, which was extended to three months by luton Magistrates’ Court on tuesday, September 18. in addition, also on tuesday, two people were arrested in connection with drugs offences and a closure order was issued, following a raid at a property in warton Green. a substantial quantity of drugs and cash was seized from the premises, which is also now subject to a three-month closure order.
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Do you recognise anything in these CCTV images?
PoliCe appealing for information following a gunpoint robbery in a hotel in Dunstable. at approximately 2.55am on wednesday, Septmeber 26, 2018, two offenders, one carrying a shotgun, entered the Holiday inn express Hotel, in london road, and made
their way into the back office behind the reception desk. there they threatened two members of staff, and demanded the password for the safe. after some time, the offenders took the safe from the office and the till from the reception area, and left the hotel. they made off on, what is
believed to be, a moped from the hotel’s rear car park. Detective Constable Daniel Matcham, investigating, said: “this was an absolutely horrific incident in which two people were threatened at gunpoint. we are carrying out a number of lines of enquiry, and we
are keen to speak to the men pictured. “if you recognise the crash helmet, or the trainers pictured, please contact the police urgently, as we believe these men may have key information about this violent robbery.”
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Luton man jailed for assault
a MaN from luton was jailed on Monday, September 24, after being found guilty of actual bodily harm (aBH) at luton Magistrates’ Court. alexandru riza, 40, of Park Street, was sentenced to 14 months’ imprisonment after he was found guilty of attacking a woman with the cable from an iron. on Friday 6 July, riza attacked the woman at an address in luton, repeatedly hitting her across the body and face with the cable following an argument. riza was convicted of the offence on 22 august. in addition to the prison sentence, he has been issued a
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Black History Month
Bedford’s Windrush Generation Exhibition at The Higgins Bedford 1st 0ctober – 31st October 2018: Black History Month 6th October 2018 – 24th March 2019: ‘Paved with Gold’: Bedford’s Windrush Generation
tHe Higgins Bedford will celebrate this year’s Black History Month by hosting a variety of events and an exhibition commemorating the 70th anniversary of the empire windrush arriving with people from the Caribbean to Britain. the museum presents ‘Paved with Gold’: Bedford’s windrush Generation, a fascinating exhibition exploring the stories of people settling in Bedford from 1948, which will open on 6th october 2018 and is free to visit. this exhibition will highlight the windrush Generation’s journey to Bedford, where they settled, and their employment opportunities. it will also explore their legacy of endurance and determination through the challenges they faced and the contributions they made to the community. as part of the exhibition, the Higgins Bedford has been interviewing members of the windrush Generation who settled in Bedford to recognise the impact they have made in rebuilding the town after the Second world war. the Higgins Bedford has been working in partnership with the Higgins Black History Panel, the University of Hertfordshire, retired Caribbean Nurses association of Bedford, Nubian teachings and members of the public to collect and showcase the stories, artefacts, and photographs presented in this exhibition. Cllr Sarah-Jayne Gallagher, Portfolio Holder for leisure and Culture said “‘Paved with Gold’:
Bedford’s windrush Generation is set to be a fascinating exhibition, exploring the history and stories of people settling in Bedford from 1948 as part of the ‘windrush Generation’. this exhibition is part of the museum’s celebration of Black History Month and then will run until March 2019, make sure you take the opportunity to visit.” examples of the stories in the exhibition include: Bishop Francis Vaughan arrived in Britain on his 21st birthday in 1958. He managed the expansion of his ministry from its humble beginnings and became the Bishop of the Miracle Church of God in Christ on alexandra road. ‘we came to offer Britain what our country had already imparted to us. the church was everything for the community. we grew up with the church. it was our life. we felt unwelcome here, so people sacrificed their time to help build the church.’ Jasine Belinfante arrived in Britain in 1969 at 18 years old to train as a nurse and midwife. She settled in Bedford in 1974 and enjoyed a career at Bedford’s North wing and South wing Hospital. ‘i’ve had a good career in Bedford. i’ve worked as a staff nurse and a midwife, serving the community well by delivering babies and caring for the elderly. i’ve enjoyed both aspects of the profession tremendously’. rudolph rockhead came to Britain and resided in Bedford in 1960 to continue his career as a bricklayer and builder. He helped to build houses, schools, churches, shops, and Bedford Police Station. ‘i arrived in Britain in 1960 as a builder, and that’s what i have done in all my years here. to see families living in, and enjoying the houses that i’ve built makes me more satisfied than anything else’
LIGHTING UP BEDFORD AT CHRISTMAS
CHriStMaS is coming to town on November 22nd with love Bedford and the 500+ businesses who are behind the BedfordBiD (Business improvement District). on thursday November 22nd the love Bedford team, in conjunction with the Harpur Centre and Bedford Borough Council, will unwrap the best Christmas ever. Families can start in Bedford town centre in the afternoon to see Santa and his real reindeer, have pictures taken in the Snow Globe, see the iridescent Bubble Man and meet Marvel Comic characters followed by: Xmas lights switch-on including a GiaNt Christmas tree in on Silver Street - with help from longestablished Michael r. Peters electrical suppliers of the Broadway and the art Centre of Howard Street, and beautiful new lights at riverside Bedford as the darkness deepens: Fireworks along the embankment will begin, again co-funded by the BedfordBiD. Christina rowe, Director of BedfordBiD says: “love Bedford businesses work together throughout the year to keep customers coming back. in the festive season we do
even more to light up the town. this includes the Xtra Xmas lights seen in previous years on side streets, and this year a brighter giant Christmas tree in Silver Street. “in addition riverside Bedford is entering into the spirit with its new festive display. “across the whole town there will be a love Bedford window wonderland promotion for best lit festive shop and restaurant displays.” Until the New Year, the Harpur Centre Florist will be setting up a Festive Fair including a synthetic skating rink and Christmas cabins selling seasonal goods. BedfordBiD will have one of the Cabins, branded with love Bedford, where independent town centre businesses will be able to book a slot to showcase their own Christmas offers and services in the weeks leading up to December 25th. For updates about what’s on this Christmas, late Night Shopping and all season parking updates visit the No1 town centre showcase www.lovebedford.co.uk Daily updates of what’s on and when ONLY at lovebedford.co.uk FB Love Bedford Instagram LoveBedford1 Twitter @LoveBedford
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Trust gives helping hand to University students
oN wednesday September12, local grantmaking charity the Harpur trust welcomed this year’s university bursary students, their parents and some of their teachers, for an event to celebrate the start of their university journey. also in attendance were three graduates from a previous cohort who returned to meet and talk to the recipients about their own student experiences. 37 local sixth formers applied for the coveted bursary places which are awarded annually to 16 Bedford Borough based students from low income families. the selected students attended Biddenham Upper School, Bedford academy, kimberley College, St thomas More School and Sharnbrook academy, and they are preparing to embark on a wide range of courses including Criminology, architecture, law, Sociology and Finance. each student receives a total of £3600 spread in instalments over the duration of their course, and this money can be used to help with living expenses and general costs such as books, trips, transport or any other expenses they might encounter. this year, the trust is also piloting its first postgraduate award which was allocated to Demi leNette-Dawson who is going to study Veterinary Science at the royal Veterinary College at the University of london. Demi was previously a recipient of the University Bursary scheme and recently graduated from Surrey University with a 1st Class degree in Veterinary BioSciences. She receives an award of £4000 to help with the cost of her course. Grants Committee members Jenifer Sauboorah, and Debborah inskip were present to announce and
give out the awards. Jennifer, a trustee and Chair of the Grants Committee for the Harpur trust, spoke to the students about her own experience as a recipient of a grant by the trust 20 years ago. Guest speaker ryan Gray Programme Manager and National Social Media Co-ordinator for Uprising congratulated the students before introducing the work of his own charity. Uprising is a national youth leadership development organisation recognised at Government-level as a pioneering charity championing the critical issues surrounding diversity, social mobility and equality. their work provides routes to leadership and
employment for 16-25 year olds who have talent, but lack opportunity. the trust brought Uprising to Bedford in 2011 and has funded it ever since. emma Cook, Grants Programmes officer for the Harpur trust, who co-ordinates the project, welcomed the students said “today marks the start of a relationship with the Harpur trust which we hope will be a long and positive one. we know from experience that many of the students who have been awarded our bursaries in the past have gone on to great things, and we look forward to hearing updates from them as they progress on their education journey”.
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absolute Bowie are proud to present a brand new stage show “50 Years of Bowie”; a musical journey through the iconic singer’s ever changing personas, returning to Bedford Corn exchange after a sellout show in February 2017. “Absolutely wicked. As one who was there, watching AB put me back there again. For anyone who missed it or fans who want to relive it I definitely recommend it. As close to the real thing that you’ll get. Enjoy.”- Woody Woodmansey (Spiders from Mars). David Bowie’s evolving image has mesmerised fans since the early 70’s and for the first time ever absolute Bowie will take audiences on a trip that presents all his best-loved personas in all their glory. Performed by a world class five-piece band (six with added saxophone!), this brand new and unique concert features three sets and more costume changes than any other show. a true extravaganza of the wonder that is Bowie’s work. all of the Starman’s greatest hits are performed plus the band perform tracks from the albums David Bowie, Ziggy Stardust & the Spiders From Mars, Heroes, aladdin Sane, Hunky Dory and Young americans through to Heathen, outside, reality, earthling and Blackstar. Featuring the incredible vocals of John o’Neill as David Bowie, with Chris Buratti on guitar,
Fabio Cashio on bass, alex Paollilo on keyboards, alessandro ricardi on drums and Fiona asbury on saxophone. the band have toured the Uk and europe for the past nine years performing the hits of Bowie with their energetic (and theatrical!) stage show and look to take things to the highest level with
this huge new show. Prepare to be taken from a to Z (absolute Beginners to Ziggy!) with Stations to Station in between. expect classic hits such as: the Jean Genie, Space oddity, life on Mars, absolute Beginners, China Girl, let’s Dance, ashes to ashes, Heroes, little wonder & Blackstar.
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Dub Pistols Bedford Esquires Saturday 6th October
the finest band in the land, the king of parties and the original Pistoleros are returning to the main stage at Bedford esquires after nearly 2 years away on Saturday 6th october! one of the hardest working bands in the business, festival stalwarts and quite simply the finest party band in all the land, Dub Pistols are back to Bedford after headling the main stage at Bedford river Festival. a
over an 18 year career the Dub Pistols have worked with heroes like the Specials, Busta rhymes, Horace andy, Madness and Gregory isaacs. they play live reggae indused breaks with tinges of ska and drum and bass and have graced some of the biggest festival stages in the world. there is still nothing like an up close and personal Dub Pistols show, feeling the bass going straight through you! tickets are available from Slide record Shop, Bedford, Mario's Hair Design, kempston and esquires and online from seetickets.
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Thrill of Love Place Theatre, Bedford 16-20th October 7.30pm
a gripping drama about ruth ellis, the last woman to be hanged in Britain. a divorcee with a young child to care for, ruth works in the kind of nightclubs where there's more than just a drink on offer. the girls work hard, play hard and dream of a movie-star life. then she meets the wealthy, womanising David, a racing driver with whom she becomes obsessed. why does their relationship end in murder? why does she plead not guilty but offer no defence? why does she show no remorse? and who is she trying to protect?
The Little Mix Experience Bedford Corn Exchange 6pm Weds 24th October,
Back by popular demand after a sellout show in 2017, the little Mix experience return to Bedford Corn exchange for a half term treat perfect for all the family. if you’re a fan of one of X Factor’s finest exports you’re sure to l.o.V.e. the little Mix experience! Four hugely talented girls pay tribute to one of the Uk’s finest GirlBands. with breath-taking dance moves, replica costumes and some of the finest vocals in the Uk, this is a high-energy show from beginning to end, packed with all of little Mix’s greatest hits and suitable for all ages! Featuring songs such as DNa, wings, Salute, Black Magic, love Me like You, Secret love Song and many, many more. they look like little Mix, they Sound like little Mix, they are “the little Mix experience”. this is a fully seated show. tickets available online from Bedford Corn exchange www.bedfordcornexchange.com.uk or in person from the Box office in the Harpur Suite 01234 718044.
amanda whittington's play the thrill of love dramatises the true story of ruth ellis, the last woman to be hanged in Britain, and takes a fresh look at the woman behind the headlines. Directors notes: on the morning of wednesday 18th July 1955 a crowd of over a thousand people gathered outside Holloway prison. inside the prison preparations were being made for ruth ellis to be hanged. Many called for her reprieve, others prayed for her soul. as the clock struck 9.00am, the appointed time for the execution, they fell silent. Brilliantly written, set to a sound track of superb songs originally by Billie Holiday. the ending you know: but as in real life there’s comedy as well as tragedy here.
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Headlining the Jim Marshall auditorium at the Stables, wavendon, Milton keynes, next month is Danni Nicholls. the November 10 concert will be her first time headlining the venue’s main stage and she is super excited to be there. Danni, a former pupil of Mark rutherford School Bedford, describes her music as ‘americana’. So what exactly is americana? “it’s a melting pot of american roots styles” says Danni who goes on to quote Jed Hilly, Ceo of the americana Music association who says you’ll know americana “if you can taste the dirt through your ears,”. one of Danni’s biggest musical influences is her grandmother, who has always had a love of country and rock n roll “i was brought up on this stuff; Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, elvis. i have mixed some other genres and influences in to create my own sound”. the past year has seen Bedford born and based Danni Nicholls supporting the legendary Shakin’ Stevens on 28 dates of his major Uk tour, opening for lucinda williams, the Secret Sisters and playing prestigious festivals all over the world, the most recent being at the long road Festival. Danni’s album ‘Mockingbird lane’ was nominated ‘Uk album of the Year’ and Danni herself ‘Uk artist of the Year’ by the americana Music association plus ‘Best Country/Folk artist’ for the Unsigned Music awards. Bob Harris, radio 2 “absolutely love(s) the elegance and beauty of her music” with a growing reputation as one of the Uk’s leading artists. Danni was asked who she would like to perform with: “ideally Johnny Cash, but alas, that’s not going to happen, so it has to be Brandi Carlile.” Danni has made several trips to Nashville, tennessee teaming up with some of the best writers and musicians in the business, to co-write and record her songs. She has released two studio albums so far, ‘a little redemption’ (2013) and ‘Mockingbird lane’ (2015) Danni has also made a live album in conjunction with Vintage tV. Her next studio album ‘the Melted Morning’ is set for release Spring 2019. to see Danni live with full band and special guests at the Stables on November 10th, book online at www.stables.org or contact the Box office on 01908 280800
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A great night in-store at Castle Comedy
are you needing a mood lift? try this month’s Castle Comedy at the Gordon arms ent Shed, Castle road, Bedford on thursday october 11. the show is a classic mixed bill of comedy featuring Uk circuit favourites. rob Deering is the Uk’s foremost guitar-wielding, loop-layering stand-up comedian. along with being one of the most in-demand headliners on the Uk circuit, he’s toured nationally and performed solo shows at the edinburgh Fringe to critical acclaim. He has hosted the Comedy Club (BBC radio 4), appeared on Comedy rocks with Jason Manford (itV),
Pointless Celebrities (BBC one) and won Celebrity Mastermind (BBC one) and the comedian’s edition of the weakest link. “Truly wonderful stand-up” Sunday Times erich Mcelroy is a stand-up comedian and writer. originally from Seattle, he moved to the Uk in 2000 and in 2007 collected his British passport. in addition to playing playing Uk venues up and down the country, erich has appeared on BBC Breakfast, Newsnight, Sky News and Five News. He has also written for the independent, Huffington Post, the Herald in Scotland and even
Saga! “Well worth it, even if you’re not in the least bit political.” Edinburgh Evening News the show will feature support from top Uk acts and the host for the evening is Castle Comedy favourite, Paul revill. Doors open 7.30pm, Show starts at 8.15pm and tickets are £10 (£8 NUS) or £18 which includes a pre show meal and glass of wine at the Gordon arms. to book go to www.castlecomedy.co.uk or call 07736 060541 Castle Comedy – Bringing Comedy royalty to Bedfordshire.
The Young Turner – Exhibition at The Higgins now
15th November 2018: The Young Turner Curator’s Talk 27th October, 24th November, 15th December: Saturday Gallery Tours tHe Young turner: ambitions in architecture and the art of Perspective, a touring exhibition from the ashmolean Museum, opens at the Higgins Bedford on 22nd September 2018. the exhibition is free to visit and is accompanied by a series of exciting talks and tours. to celebrate a successful campaign to acquire JMw turner’s unrivalled painting of ‘the High Street, oxford’, funded by the Heritage lottery Fund and the art Fund; the ashmolean Museum are touring this exhibition. it will explore the young turner’s interest in architecture and the development of his skills in the art of perspective. on the 15th November, 2.30pm join the curator of the Young turner, Helen Cobby, at the Higgins to explore turner’s extensive connections and artistic output relating to oxford and its nearby areas, the artist’s developing skill in handling perspective and architectural subjects, and possible influences on his work during the early part of his career. Booking is essential, tickets cost £5.70 with concessions at £4.60.
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Willington Local Transport Display
Memorial Hall, Church Road, Willington MK44 3PU 10am-4pm Saturday October 20
this year will be the 11th annual gathering at the Peace. a relaxing day to view old and new photographs, memorabilia and chat about local transport, the firms that have come and gone and reminisce about school buses back in the day. refreshments available during the day. an excellent venue for an annual reunion with old friends and workmates. the day revolves around the photograph albums and memories that you bring along to share with others. although this is not a car or lorry show the car park over the last few years has seen a variety of classic cars, lorries and buses! admission is free, but donations gratefully received in support of Bedford Disabled Horse riding association, willington.
Lipstick On Your Collar comes to Bedford!
tickets are selling fast for an exciting music show returning to Bedford on Friday 19th october 2018. Fresh from it’s west end debut at the leicester Square theatre, lipstick on Your Collar is set to lift the roof off the Corn exchange with their spectacular show, playing an array of classic hits from the golden era of music. From the birth of rock ‘n’ roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British invasion and beyond, expect tight harmonies, excellent vocals and plenty of dancing in the aisles. the show will include hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Buddy Holly, Brenda lee, Jerry lee lewis, the Beatles, the ronettes, Cliff richard, Cilla Black, Sandi Shaw and many more musical legends. taking inspiration from the iconic fashion and style of the time and performed by a full live band, the two hour show will take audiences on a fun-filled musical journey through the years from rock around the Clock and the birth of rock ‘n’ roll in Radwell Roadand (just off the A6) 1955, through to the Beatles the resultMilton Ernest ing British invasion in 1964, withMK44 1SH accompanying nostalgic video footage throughout.
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VIKKI Stone FRIDAY 28 SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM As seen and heard on BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show, BBC One’s John Bishop Show and the BBC Proms Podcast, award-winning comedian and musician Vikki Stone, is popping a piano in the back of the car and heading out on tour, with a mixture of songs and stand-up you have seen her do on the telly, and some brand spanking new ones.
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The Will Writing Company is celebrating its 22nd Year in business and is offering a free Will & Testament (joint or single) to all readers. If you have been meaning to make a Will, now is your chance to take advantage of this exclusive offer and give you and your loved ones peace of mind. By making a Will, you decide who takes care of your children and who inherits your estate. Storage facility optional. To take advantage of this offer and book an appointment or for further information please call our offices on the above number between the hours of 9:00am-5:30pm Monday to Friday.
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Winger – LuaLua signs for Luton tHe Hatters have made a new signing on wednesday, September 26, with winger kazenga lualua putting pen to paper on a contract until the end of the season. the 27-year-old former Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove albion player is a free agent after leaving Sunderland at the end of last season, so is able to sign outside of the transfer window. kazenga lualua puts pen to paper on a contract until the end of the season in the trophy room at kenilworth road lualua has been training with Nathan Jones’ squad for over a week and featured in the development side’s Central league game with aFC wimbledon last tuesday. the manager has previously worked with lualua at Brighton, where he spent seven years and made the bulk of his 228 appearances in a career that has also included loan spells at Doncaster rovers and Championship side Queens Park rangers. Jones told lutontown.co.uk: “i’ve known kazenga for a long time having worked with him at Brighton, and he’s a fantastic talent. He has something that not many have, totally different from what we have here. kazenga lualua in action for the Hatters in the development squad's goalless draw with aFC wimbledon last week “we knew he was available and i’ve tried to get this done for a little while now, so it’s not just been recently. i spoke to kazenga and his agent before the season started, but the fact that we’ve been able to get him in and persuade him to come
here is a good coup for us. “He’s a real attacking footballer and we know which role he’s going to play for us because we don’t generally play with wingers, although we do at times. He’s a quick, powerful, potent attacking player which is something that is in rare supply – and is something we felt we needed.” kazenga lualua comes on as a substitute for Brighton, watched by then-Seagulls assistantmanager Nathan Jones lualua, brother of former Newcastle and Blackpool striker lomana, said: “it’s good to sign
until the end of the season, to get some game time and enjoy my football. “From the first day i came the boys were really nice to me, and it’s been really good. “i know Nathan from Brighton, and he’s a very good coach. He’s good at what he does, so it made it so easy for me to come in and train with the boys here. i know Joaquin Gomez and Glen rea as well from our time together at Brighton, so i’ve settled in very well.” kazenga will wear squad number 25 at kenilworth road!
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SUCCESS FOR SANDY’S BEN TUCK IN HIS DEBUT GT SEASON
aFter a nail biting end to the 2018 British Gt Championship, Ben tuck narrowly missed out on taking the British Gt4 title in his rookie season by a single point. in a race that featured yet another appearance by the safety car and a penalty pit stop each for both tuck and the championship leader, the provisional title swapped several times between them as they battled through the field. Donington Park is a regular season finale across British motorsport and as such it often serves up thrilling title deciders where anything and everything happens and has spectators and commentators alike reaching for the calculators to work out who needs to finish where for the title honours. the 2018 British Gt Championship did not disappoint, especially for the two Century Motorsport run BMw M4 Gt4s. Coming into the final round Ben tuck and his partner, Ben Green, were lying second in the championship after tuck made an heroic comeback drive in the #42 machine from 8th to 2nd in the second half of the previous race at Brands Hatch. that result brought them to within 10 points of the championship leader, Jack Mitchell in the sister #43 BMw, but also earned them a 15 second success penalty in the pits for the final round. with 10.5 point advantage on offer for a win over second place, a victory would guarantee the title for tuck and Green. anything less would rely on Mitchell having to finish much lower down the order. tuck and Mitchell had already engaged in several thrilling qualifying battles earlier in the season, so Saturday was poised perfectly to kick off the weekend’s excitement in the fight for the all important pole position.
in the first qualifying session tuck and Mitchell’s partners Green and McDonald went head to head, Green bettering McDonald by 1.5 seconds. in the second session tuck pulled out an astonishing lap as the session ended to come out on top making their combined times good enough for pole position. Mitchell and McDonald qualified 7th putting tuck and Green in prime position to claw back the 15 seconds extra delay they faced at the pit stop. in cool but dry conditions, Green started the race and gradually built up a lead of around 10 seconds over the #43 BMw until a safety car was called, this time due to oil on the track. However there was limited scope for their title rival’s car to close up due to several other Gt3 cars caught up in the following pack. after the safety car released the field four laps later, Green set about re-establishing the lead, finding the magic 15 seconds over their title rivals just before the pit stops. after a clean but agonisingly long stop, tuck rejoined the track in 6th and immediately put in laps a full 2 seconds faster than the #43 car in an effort to pull out enough of a gap to lead them after their pit stop. the strategy worked and the #43 emerged behind tuck, setting up a title chase to overtake as many cars as possible before the end of the race, to make up the 10 point deficit to the title leaders. However, 3 laps later the team were informed of an on track infringement committed before the pit stop which meant that tuck would have to
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return to the pits to serve a 10 second stop/go penalty sinking their title hopes. emerging from the pits for a second time, tuck found himself down in 11th position. refusing to give up, he set about making another epic comeback drive recovering a second every lap on the field. Fifteen laps later Mitchell in the #43 BMw was called into the pits for a 10 second stop/go penalty handing back a tenuous chance of the title to tuck and Green. Now the tables were turned and after the penalty stop with tuck now in 5th, Mitchell emerged in 9th, seemingly outside of the running, meaning that tuck was on course to take the championship by half a point from the #55 Ginetta crew ahead of him. But Mitchell could still take the title by making up one place if tuck failed to improve on 5th. with less than 15 minutes to go, Mitchell claimed the all important 8th position leaving tuck with a place to make to take the title back.
But with his next target several seconds away, tuck needed the car in front to fall back quickly or for Mitchell to have a problem. as the seconds ticked away neither seemed likely and the chequered flag signalled the end of the race with tuck crossing the line in 5th and Mitchell in 8th taking the title by 1 point. the title chance was always tight given their 15 second penalty to overcome but to come within 1 point of victory was an impressive comeback. the result also handed Century Motorsport and BMw Motorsport the team Championship title and a Drivers Championship 1-2 in their first season together. "Firstly massive congratulations to Jack, he's had a great season and we pushed him as hard as
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we could," said Ben after the race. "it's also a brilliant result for Century and for BMw in their debut year in British Gt with the M4. today they gave me probably the best car i've had all season, it was perfect for my entire stint. we've had no reliability issues at all, the car and the way Century and BMw prepare it have been brilliant". "i fought for everything within my control today, but in motor racing there are things you can't control and you've just got to deal with them” Ben continued. “i didn't really know what the points situation was, i was just pushing as hard as i could just in case something was to happen in front of us or with Jack. it was only after the chequered flag that they told me there was 1 point in it". “i came into this year as my first full season of Gt racing, with a new car, a new team and with no other testing or racing during the year, so to get 2nd in the championship against so many experienced professional drivers is something to be really happy about, especially because we were so close to taking the title. i think this year i’ve showed that i can turn up to a race and compete with the best.” "i’ve got to say a massive thanks to everyone who has helped to make this happen - sponsors, partners, family and friends. they have all been so supportive and i’m pleased that our partners have really seen the benefits of all the successes we’ve had this year”. Ben tuck racing is always looking for partners to join them on the next stage of Ben’s career. Find out more or contact Ben on Facebook - Ben tuck racing (@Btuckracing), on twitter @Btuckracing and online - www.bentuck.com
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