Category Archives: Community
Pilgrim’s progress for new bishop
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.
Read more...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.
Read more...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.
Read more...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.
Read more...Youth Image Boosted by Young People
Young people have spoken out about their important role in the community in an aim to change perceptions about the youth of the town. The hard-working volunteers have been highlighted by the I Am More Than campaign, which aims to change the inaccurate perception that young people are troublemakers.
Read more...Leaders Love Luton’s City Bid
More than 100 business leaders turned up at a reception to show their support for the town’s bid for city status. The summer reception was held at Luton Hoo to mark one year since the launch of the Love Luton city status campaign.
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