Luton was the first stop for new Bishop of Bedford, the Rt Rev Richard Atkinson, during his mini pilgrimage after his consecration at St Paul’s Cathedral. On his visit he met Luton mayor councillor Syd Knight and the town’s faith leaders. The visit started with prayers St Mary’s and ended 18 hours later at St Paul’s in Bedford.
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MBE for ‘Inspirational’ Jenny Moody
Her amazing work on behalf of abused women has won Jenny Moody an MBE and a private visit from Princess Diana, but the fearless and passionate charity worker is now stepping down from Luton Women’s Aid; the charity which she started. Jenny started her organisation almost 40 years ago and stepped down from the charity in November. It is only now, months on, that she feels able to talk about her tough decision to leave.
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Weighing in for a good cause
A 20kg training vest may be nothing compared to the weight of responsibility carried by Keech Hospice Care staff every day; but it is a good way for Lee Moynes to raise awareness for the hospice and a charity challenge that he is completing in October.
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Autism helped through making music
The founder of Women’s Aid in Luton, Jenny Moody MBE, is helping children with special needs. The 77 year old is working harder than ever after recently stepping down from the charity that she started 40 years ago. Now, Jenny and her son Doog have started to work to make music a communication tool for youngsters with autism.
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Hilltop zoo open high pods
Whipsnade Zoo are planning on creating eight “luxury camping pods” that will be a year round attraction. It is hoped that the Lookout Lodge pods will open up a new market for the 80 year-old hilltop attraction.
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Pensioner receives Maundy gifts
Ted Willet, a retired Vauxhall engineer is preparing for a very special church service at York Minster. He is one a small group of senior citizens who will receive Maundy gifts from the Queen in a ceremony that is centuries old.
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‘Bossy’ student enjoys Soaraway success
A pupil from Cardinal Newman has raised a great deal of cash for the Teenage Cancer Trust by arranging a talent show, despite not being able to sing or dance herself.
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New butcher’s gamble pays off
In these trying economic times opening a butcher’s shop might not be seen as the best business idea due to the competition from big supermarkets, but The Butcher’s in Dunstable have proved that there is still hope for independent businesses.#
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Chamber’s Cheryl receives palace honour
A “once in a lifetime” experience is how the chief executive of the Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce described receiving her MBE at Buckingham Palace. Cheryl Smart has spent 25 years working for the chamber and started working there to help export businesses. She has made a name for herself for her work taking businesses to many different countries around the world, some of which are known for their lack of hospitality towards women. Her MBE was awarded for services to …
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Music and film stars join graduates
Nick Rhodes from Duran Duran was one of the star’s joining graduates at the University of Bedfordshire graduation ceremonies. The keyboard player from the famous 80s chart toppers was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Arts for his work in the music industry as a songwriter, producer and performer. Other people honoured by the university were film producer Katy Haber, Professor Dame Carol Black, Dr Yasmin Jetha, Music producer Peter Asher and Colonel Colin Mason CBE. Mr Rhodes said: “I am …
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