Intriguing project for talented sculptor
A talented metal sculptor is working on an intriguing humanoid project at his Chronicle Country home.Paul Pibworth of Potton is a sheet metal worker but he has turned his skills to artistic...
View ArticleWater damage closes library
Shefford Library has been closed until further notice due to serious water damage that took place at the end of last week.Cllr Brian Spurr at Central Beds Council said: “We’re sorry for any...
View ArticleTown set to expand by another 300 homes if application is approved
Another 300 homes could be built in Biggleswade if plans submitted this week are given the go ahead.Developers Bellway Homes Ltd and Bloor Homes have put in plans for the erection of 301 dwellings...
View ArticleFrustration at lack of dialogue with the council
A developer has expressed concerns that a decision over its plans to bring new homes and facilities to a town could be ‘undemocratic’.Catesby Estates Ltd has recently submitted a planning application...
View ArticleLuton Hoo’s Mary Baker on the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer
In the hazy heat of mid-summer, there can seem little to do in the garden but water it and enjoy the scents, sounds and colours. Of course, if you have vegetables and fruit then you will be busy...
View ArticleJust pack up your troubles in your old kit bag...
Singers at the Barn packs up its troubles in an old kit bag and invites you to do the same at a special tribute evening to the heroes of the First World War in its centenary year, on Sunday 3 August at...
View ArticlePolice force is fit for the future says Olly Martins
Earlier this week HMIC published a report which looked at how Bedfordshire Police has responded to the savings challenge laid down by the Government in 2010. It found that we are “moving in the right...
View ArticleDon’t forget the kids when moving home
WITH the schools now closed for summer - there may be a chance to enjoy rather than dread a summertime house move with the children around. Moving home can be stressful enough for the adults, but spare...
View ArticleDon’t leave your dogs in the heat
Wood Green is urging pet owners to take extra care of their pets when the temperature rises following an incident at the weekend where a dog collapsed from heat exhaustion. The Charity attended the...
View ArticleTravel: Embracing stars and stripes in Massachusetts
America is 238 years old this year. But from the youthful squeals of glee that fill Boston on July 4, you wouldn’t know it.“People in Boston are very proud of their city,” a young marine biologist...
View ArticleLook Hoo’s here for charity do!
British Formula 1 champion Jenson Button returned to Luton Hoo Hotel’s 1,065 acre estate last weekend to host his third triathlon in aid of The Jenson Button Trust.Theevent was to raise money for...
View ArticleA fundraising leap of faith!
I am: Scott Thompson, 45, of The Grange, Lower Caldecote.What’s the event?: A tandem parachute jump at Peterborough Sibson airfield on Sunday, August 3.Who is taking part?: Myself, my daughter Jasmin,...
View ArticleDaisy’s school could move to Slumbertown!
The atristc efforts of a pupil at Caldecote Lower School could see her school feature a virtual town.Daisy Robertson, seven, was picked as the south regional winner in a design competition run by...
View ArticleNeon fitness event in aid of St John’s
Grab your neon outfits and get ready to get moving for charity!A neon fitness night will be taking place at Sandy Sports Centre on Saturday, August 2 to raise money for St Johns Hospice.The event,...
View ArticleHeadteacher calls time on 17 years at the top
Henlow CE Academy bade a fond farewell to its Headteacher of 17 years, Mr Ray Payne at a celebratory assembly last week.With over 35 years of experience, Mr Payne will be sorely missed.He said: “It...
View ArticleChildren stay safe in the sun
The children of Raynsford Church of England Academy were recently visited by Charlotte Fionda, Director of Skcin & Skin Cancer UK as well as Alistair Burt, MP for NE Bedfordshire for a Sun Safe...
View ArticleSwimming fun for Sandy youngsters
Youngsters can cool off this summer by attending a swimming scheme.Members of the Sandy Young People’s Tuesday Youth Club will be able to swim in Sandye Place Academy’s pool each Tuesday during the...
View ArticleTravel: Canada’s big skies, big fish and a wild west dream
Mention Canada and most people immediately think of a trip through the Rockies from Calgary to Vancouver – but In the first of two features about one of the Commonwealth country’s lesser known...
View ArticleAt one with nature
Bumble Bees Forest School are offering a fun way for children and young people to spend their summer holidays at their private nature reserve in Ickwell.They are running a Friday morning holiday club...
View ArticleA perfect ten for United stalwart Martin Russell
A crowd of almost 200 lent their support to Biggleswade United’s Martin Russell in his testimonial game against Biggleswade Town.In scorching conditions, Russell’s 10-year celebration as a United...
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