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RECENT STORIES

6th November 2009
More support needed for cancer patients
A leading cancer charity says it needs more support to help patients pay their energy bills.

4th November 2009
Driving improvement course in Hemel Hempstead
Rid those bad driving habits today.

4th November 2009
"Stand Down Margaret"
Margaret Moran makes no comment on growing calls.

3rd November 2009
MP calls for organised raves
A Bedfordshire MP is calling for councils and emergency services to put on organised raves.

2nd November 2009
Could you live off the state pension?
A Hertfordshire man's trying to survive on £61.25

1st November 2009
Bereavement Suite at L&D
L&D Hospital gets new bereavement suite.

29th October 2009
Too many councillors in Central Bedfordshire
Report tells Central Bedfordshire it needs to cut its number of councillors.

29th October 2009
Gang of 9 jailed
A gang of NINE men have been sent to jail for their part in an planned series of burglaries and thefts across Herts, Beds and Northants.

29th October 2009
Have you seen Jemma?
Bedfordshire Police are renewing their appeal for help from the public to trace a 15-year-old girl who has not been seen since the evening of Tuesday 15th September.

28th October 2009
Plans to protect Aspley Guise
Councillors in Central Bedfordshire say they will try and create a new greenbelt area around the village of Aspley Guise.

27th October 2009
7 Year Old Raises Awareness Of Rare Condition
A severely ill seven year old boy from Hitchin is helping to raise awareness of a very rare medical condition.

23rd October 2009
Bedfordshire Alcohol Campaign
As part of Alcohol Awareness Week, Bedfordshire's Alcohol Services team have been out in the community letting people know how much it's safe to drink.

20th October 2009
Chip-Fat To Surface Bedfordshire's Roads
Waste fat from the local chippie could soon be put to use in Bedfordshire – to resurface our roads!

19th October 2009
Young people steer their own services
Central Bedfordshire Council launch new plan for children and young people.

16th October 2009
Help for domestic violence victims
Victims of domestic violence in Buckinghamshire are being given GPS tracking devices.

16th October 2009
GM Luton plans looked at again
Tory Shadow Secretary of State for Business takes tour around GM.

14th October 2009
Herts charity wants volunteers
A new charity to help victims of road collisions needs volunteers.

14th October 2009
Bus routes review
Central Beds Council have decided to keep several bus routes across the area, but funding for three services is still to be cut.

14th October 2009
Letchworth Trio off to Brazil
3 Letchworth men run for charity in Brazil.

14th October 2009
No love lost for hate criminals
Herts police get tough on hate crimes.

12th October 2009
2.7 million car photos a month
Bedfordshire police ANPR capture nearly 3 million cars on camera.

9th October 2009
Bedfordshire firefighters drive for charity
Two Dunstable firefighters are driving around the country in a mini.

8th October 2009
Knife Crime up in Buckinghamshire
Figures from Thames Valley Police show a rise in knife crime.

8th October 2009
Safety tips from Herts Virtual house
Police have created an online house to provide crime prevention advice.

7th October 2009
Drug Service Funding
A service for drug users in Bedfordshire's been given £50,000 of funding.

7th October 2009
Stepping Out To Beat Cancer
An Elstow woman, who overcame breast cancer, is strutting her stuff down the catwalk at a fundraising fashion show in London tonight.

6th October 2009
Dangers of drink and drug driving
Emergency services in Beds and Bucks recreate an accident.

5th October 2009
More support for road victims
A Bedfordshire charity which supports the victims of road traffic accidents is calling for more government support.

1st October 2009
Loan sharks stopped in Luton
Illegal money lenders stopped in Luton.

1st October 2009
Council vows to clean up Dunstable
Central Beds is targetting shopfronts on Dunstable High Street.

30th September 2009
Foals at Whipsnade
New arrival at Whipsnade finds his feet.

29th September 2009
Local mums want to help get law changed
Ofsted tell Buckinghamshire mums they're breaking the law.

29th September 2009
Tributes to Herts Friends
Two Hertfordshire friends drown in South China Sea.

18th September 2009
Sir David Jason helps MS Centre
Only Fools and Horses star gets work underway on Buckinghamshire MS Centre.

15th September 2009
EasyJet staff protest in Luton
Airline workers angry at possible job losses march in Luton.

15th September 2009
Incinerator decision
Covanta wins contract to put Bucks rubbish in Bedfordshire.

11th September 2009
Eleven people hurt in Luton crash
Farley Hill crash involved a fire engine.

11th September 2009
Cost of policing Thames Valley
Millions spent by police keeping Thames Valley safe.

10th September 2009
Luton drug raids
11 people have been arrested after raids.

10th September 2009
Work starts at Lister maternity unit
Millions of pounds being spent on maternity expansion in Hertfordshire.

8th September 2009
New challenge for Herts sailor
Hertfordshire's Mike Perham's already getting ready for next challenge.

8th September 2009
How many homes?
Thousands of homes are being planned for Central Bedfordshire.

3rd September 2009
Easyjet Cuts Luton Flights
Luton based EasyJet has announced it's cutting its flights from Luton Airport by 20%.

3rd September 2009
Number Of Swine Flu Cases Expected To Rise
With health experts predicting a rise in the number of swine flu cases as schools reopen - parents are being urged not to worry.

1st September 2009
Gridlock on A421
Roadworks have caused huge problems for drivers heading into Bedford today.

1st September 2009
A421 Overnight Closures
The A421 will be closed overnight over the next two weeks whilst bridge building work is completed near Wootton.

30th August 2009
Fighting Flu
Staff and students at Cranfield University have designed a handy kit to help us deal with a flu pandemic.

29th August 2009
Firefighters Walk For Charity
Seven Bedfordshire firefighters are walking across the county today (Saturday), wearing their full kit, in aid of charity.

21st August 2009
British Virgin Islands Come To Herts
The British Virgin Islands Olympic Athletes will be coming to Hertfordshire for their pre-training camp ahead of the 2012 Olympics.

19th August 2009
Baby rhinos at Woburn
New arrivals for Woburn - check out the photos.

19th August 2009
Markyate layby dump
Campaign to close A5 layby used by truckers.

19th August 2009
Barbecue safety tips
As we enjoy some rare hot weather the fire service give us tips to stay safe.

17th August 2009
Jungle Marathon for Letchworth men
3 Letchworth men are running 200km through the Amazon.

14th August 2009
St Albans jewllers robbed
Four people rob a jewellers in Market Square, St Albans in Hertfordshire.

13th August 2009
Rise in domestic abuse cases
More people seek help from a Hemel support centre.

13th August 2009
Marston Vale waste plant
The final set of exhibitions about a potential power station in the Marston Vale

11th August 2009
SOS Bus Luton
£200k is needed to set up a bus to cut crime.

6th August 2009
Baby giraffe at Woburn
Woburn's got a new arrival we've got photos of the baby giraffe.

5th August 2009
Luton Doctor linked to Michael Jackson
Doc claims Jacko asked her for pain killers for his O2 gigs.

5th August 2009
Swine Flu rate highest in Bedfordshire
Bedfordshire has got the highest rate of swine flu in the East of England.

5th August 2009
Treats for troops from Dunstable couple
A Dunstable couple send hundreds of parcels to soldiers.

4th August 2009
Crackdown on fake ID
Clubs and pubs in Luton crackdown on false IDs.

3rd August 2009
Moran not in "exit mode"
Margaret Moran's office hits back at Tory accusation.

3rd August 2009
Playing in Luton Streets
Street play equipment is officially opened in Luton.

30th July 2009
Benefits Mum of 13 having another
All the rest of the Luton mum's kids have been taken away.

28th July 2009
New arrival at Whipsnade
Baby elephant born at Whipsnade Zoo.

28th July 2009
Esther WILL stand as Luton MP
The TV presenter is an independent candidate.

28th July 2009
Herts Fire need more women
Just 3% of firefighters in Hertfordshire are women.

27th July 2009
400k for Luton project
Breaking barriers between teens and pensioners gets a cash boost.

26th July 2009
The Willow Foundation
Hertfordshire charity celebrates 10th anniversary.

23rd July 2009
Linford Christie in Luton
Kids meet former Olympic athlete in Marsh Farm.

23rd July 2009
New incinerator site
Councillors in Bedfordshire take major step for new rubbish treatment site.

22nd July 2009
Appeal for Radlett Rail Freight Depot
Appeal on future of Radlett Rail Freight Depot by developers Helioslough.

20th July 2009
Breakfast while driving?
People caught talking, texting and eating.

16th July 2009
Lightning Strike in Bedfordshire
House Fire caused by lightning strike.

15th July 2009
Reducing traffic jams in Luton
Have your say on plans for J10A of M1.

14th July 2009
Prevent Arson in Hertfordshire
Take precautions to protect your property.

14th July 2009
Golf Rage Man Jailed
A golfer who attacked a man in Luton is in prison.

13th July 2009
Honour For Bollywood Star
University of Bedfordshire Honours Shah Rukh Khan

13th July 2009
Energy Plant Debate
Protests planned against energy from waste plant.

8th July 2009
Robotic Arms to do Surgery at Lister Hospital
New state-of-the-art technology to treat prostate cancer - see photos here

8th July 2009
Police seize loads of alcohol off kids in Bedfordshire
See just how much booze was taken from children as young as 13.

6th July 2009
Reports of online grooming up
We've got a breakdown of figures from Thames Valley Police.

3rd July 2009
Government underwrite GM deal
Lord Mandelson takes a tour of Vauxhall plant in Luton.

2nd July 2009
Animals keep cool
Mud packs and fruit ice lollies for animals at Whipsnade and Woburn.

2nd July 2009
Smoking Ban - Two years on
How successful is the smoking ban.

1st July 2009
Margaret Moran Spotted in Luton
MP seen outside her constituency home.

1st July 2009
Heat continues to soar
Hertfordshire PCT advice on staying cool in the sun.

1st July 2009
Injured snake found in Luton
Adder gets taken to Hossss-pital

30th June 2009
EasyJet pledge to help dementia
Luton based airline commits to raising a million pounds

26th June 2009
Video: Kids buy fags
2 Luton school kids feature in a charity campaign.

25th June 2009
Beds Police ride to Paris for Charity
2 officers raise cash in memory of friend.

17th June 2009
Will Esther Stand?
Decision time as people in Luton South say yes to Esther.

18th June 2009
Our MPs Expenses
Expenses for all our local MPs are now available online.

14th June 2009
Beds Detective Sergeant's mountain to climb
Detective Sergeant's heading to Peru to raise cash for charity.

11th June 2009
Drug raids in North Herts
Police have been raiding homes as part of tackling drugs week.

11th June, 2009
£300K Water Feature for Luton
Council splash the cash

10th June, 2009
Arson at Islamic Centre
Police appeal for witnesses

9th June, 2009
Grab a lift to Luton Airport
Car share scheme launched for passengers

29th May, 2009
David Van Day MP?
Former pop star considers standing for Mid Bed

28th May 2009
Margaret Moran to step down
Luton South MP to quit at the next election.

27th May 2009
David Van Day to run as MP?
80s Pop and reality TV star is considering standing against Nadine Dorries in the next General Election

18th May 2009
Top security tips from burglars
Herts Police working with criminals to provide crime prevention advice.

12th May 2009
Drivers slow down
A horse rider in Bedfordshire wants drivers to be careful when passing.

11th May 2009
No return address
Consultation on Leighton Buzzard development criticised.

8th May 2009
Support in credit crunch
New project's set up to help coulpes in Luton.

5th May 2009
Luton Street Parade
Hundreds celebrate dedicate centre for the Carnival Arts.

1st May 2009
Improved Kidney Unit
Stevenage's Lister Hospital's got a new unit.

30th April 2009
Six free IVF attempts
Couples in Herts and Beds now get more treatments free.

28th April 2009
Hemel Girl becomes top model
See the 14 year old now she's on the front of Sugar magazine.

27th April 2009
Luton Train on Fire
Carraige is on fire as it goes through the town. See pictures of the train here

21st April 2009
Luton Couple Win Lottery
They win 10 million but think it's a mistake! See the photos of them celebrate.

19th April 2009
Hoax 999 Calls
Hertfordshire Police Launch Crackdown

16th April 2009
Compensation for roadwork's
Luton shop owners say roadworks are costing them.

13th April 2009
Staying Clean and Green
New fines if you're caught leaving your rubbish out early or flytipping in Welwyn and Hatfield.

11th April 2009
Community payback in Luton
You decide what community work criminals do in Luton.

5th April 2009
Luton Town win at Wembley
All the post match reaction as the Hatters win the Johnstone Paint Trophy

4th April 2009
Pre-Wembley interview with the Manager
Pre-Wembley interview with the Managing Director
Luton Town manager Mick Harford and MD Gary Sweet talk before the Johnstone Piant Trophy Final

4th April 2009
25 foot protest flag to be shown at Wembley
Luton Fan to Protest at final

1st April 2009
Herts Police use Tasers
Police officers are being trained to use tasers.

31st March 2009
New Council for Bedfordshire
Mid and South Beds Councils are no more!! Welcome a new Central Bedfordshire in charge of all your services

27th March 2009
Baby born on A1M
Mum Ashley Welch delivered her baby daughter Darcie in the family car on a motorway hard shoulder during the rush hour

26th March, 2009
M1 Roadworks Details
Plans to let drivers use a 15 mile stretch of the hard shoulder on the M1 in Bedfordshire go on display.

24th March, 2009
New Carnival Centre for Luton
The new centre get's its official opening

24th March, 2009
Tennyson Obih Mental Health
After the jailing of Tennyson Obih for the murder of Luton policeman PC Jon Henry, questions are now being asked about how his mental condition was being treated.

24th March, 2009
Police killer jailed
Tennyson Obih is found guilty of killing Luton PC Jon Henry

23rd March, 2009
Man Guilty of M1 attack
A man who killed a Luton driver on the M1 in a road-rage attack faces jail

23rd March, 2009
Cyber Bullying
Hertfordshire Police warn that if your son or daughter is caught sending threatening or abusive texts they could face 6 months in prison

21st March, 2009
Carl Fogharty in Dunstable
Four times World Superbike Champion Carl Fogarty helps with Biker Safety in Bedfordshire

13th March, 2009
Distraction Burglars
Police announce a crackdown on distraction burglars

11th March, 2009
Watford Parade
A day after protestors in Luton shouted at homecoming soldiers, they are welcomed by huge crowds in Watford.

10th March, 2009
Luton Protest at Soldier's March
Anti war protestors target soldiers marching through the centre of Luton

5th March 2009
Storing Petrol at Buncefield
The people who run the oil depot are allowed to store petrol and diesel again

26th February 2009
Aircraft Crash
Light Aircraft crashes in Marston Moretaine

23rd February 2009
Children at Risk
The number of Children here that are on the 'at risk' register has risen

20th February 2009
Cervical Cancer Figures
Nearly a quarter of women in Luton aren't being screened

19th February 2009
Easyjet sue Council
The council should have done more to clear the roads according to the airline

16th February 2009
Obesity
15% of 10 and 11 year olds are Obese in Bedfordshire

11th February 2009
Young drivers
Hertfordshire Police target them in a new campaign

11th Februaury 2009
Welwyn Regeneration
How the new Welywn could look!

27th January 2009
Supersizer slims down
A Lidlington Mum loses weight on Supersize Vs Superskinny

18th January 2009
Big Drink Debate
Nearly 16,000 people in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire were admitted to hospital due to alcohol related harm last year.

16th January 2009
How much to feed the animals?
How much it costs to run Whipsnade Zoo!

15th January 2009
GCSE results
How the kids have done this year

14th January 2009
No more knives
New website and posters to target young people carrying knives

13th January 2009
Royal Opening for Firestation
Dunstable gets a brand new Fire Station

5th January 2009
Cancer Drug figures
Last year in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire FIFTY FOUR cancer patients were declined exceptional funding for drugs.