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    New chapter for Luton town centre as The Mall changes its name

    Today marks a new era for our town centre. The Mall Luton, a familiar name for over 17 years, will officially become Luton Point.

    22 July, 2024

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    Luton parks keep Green Flag Awards for another year

    Have you heard the news? Our town's done it again! Six of Luton's parks have held onto their Green Flag Awards for another year. But which ones are they? Let's find out.

    19 July, 2024

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    Hare we go! 90 hares and tortoises take over Luton in biggest-ever art trail

    Luton's streets are hopping with excitement as 90 vibrant hare and tortoise sculptures take over the town. This free art trail is Luton's biggest-ever and it’s all for a brilliant local cause.

    15 July, 2024

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    Luton Airport wins Best European Airport award

    Luton's got another reason to hold its head high! Our very own Luton Airport has just been crowned European Airport of the Year in the 10-25 million passengers category at the ACI EUROPE Best Airport Awards.

    15 July, 2024

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    From local ambassador to royal deputy: Luton’s Hannan Ali makes history

    Our very own Step Forward Luton Ambassador Hannan Ali has been appointed as Deputy Lieutenant of Bedfordshire and is believed to be the youngest ever appointment in the county.

    3 July, 2024

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    Coldplay’s Chris Martin gives Lutonian a lift to Big Weekend

    A heart-warming encounter between a Lutonian and Coldplay's Chris Martin at Radio 1's Big Weekend has captured global attention, putting the town back in the spotlight.

    3 June, 2024

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    Luton keeps purple flag status for fifth year

    Luton town centre has kept its Purple Flag flying high for the fifth year running, showing it's still hitting the mark for a safe and enjoyable night out.

    28 May, 2024

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    Coldplay surprises Luton with special tribute song “Orange”

    In an unexpected turn of events at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Luton, the world-renowned band Coldplay surprised festival goers with a brand new song titled "Orange."

    27 May, 2024

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    Vinyl Revelations celebrates 30 years of music in Luton

    Nestled in the heart of Luton's town centre’s back streets, Vinyl Revelations has been a beacon for music lovers for three decades. This year, the shop celebrates its 30th anniversary, so we popped in to find out more about their incredible journey.

    17 May, 2024

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    Big Weekend star Ryussi inspires next generation at Luton Sixth Form

    Homegrown rising DJ & Producer Ryussi, real name Zoe Thorpe, is set to make waves at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend Luton on the Introducing stage later this month. We took her back to where it all began.

    8 May, 2024

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