Choir’s world premiere date
Top composer John Cameron has had his work sung by stars as diverse as Cilla Black, Donovan, Hot Chocolate, Jose Carreras and Cozy Powell.And now the Beacon Community Choir is about to join that...
View ArticleWalk through the fields
A walk will take you through arable fields, woodland and heathland.Sandy Tourist Information Centre’s Lowfield Walk will take place on Saturday, April 27.Meet by the TIC at 2.30pm.It is free.It takes...
View ArticleCadets mark RAF’s 95th anniversary
Air cadets celebrated the Royal Air Force’s 95th anniversary.Cadets from the 22 (Sandy) Squadron visited the RAF museum at Hendon in London to learn about the history of the RAF.
View ArticleTown council’s website brought into 21st century with redesign
A town council’s new look website is now live.Sandy Town Council’s redesigned website has brought it into the modern internet era.Town mayor, Councillor Susan Sutton, said: “The new website will...
View ArticleAlan Dee’s guide to the new cinema releases
Without a standout blockbuster release this week, there’s a rash of second string features making their pitch for punters. First up is a slice of spooky sci fi in which an everyday American suburban...
View ArticleCash prize for a brilliant recycler
A villager has been recognised for her superb recycling efforts.Mrs Kitchener of Plane Tree Close in Gamlingay was one of six winners of South Cambs District Council’s recycling competition, which was...
View ArticleCash windfall helps entertain the young
A youth club will benefit from a £1,000 cash windfall.South Cambs District Council has given the grant to The Zone Youth Club in Little Gransden. It will be used to buy new equipment.Gamlingay Book...
View ArticleTown will care for open land if homes go ahead
The communal land and potential orchard on a proposed new housing estate will be run by the town council.Members of Potton Town Council discussed whether they should accept responsibility for the land...
View ArticlePub to hold charity quiz nights monthly
A pub will now hold charity quiz evenings.The Five Bells in Henlow’s quizzes will be on the first Sunday of every month, starting this Sunday (April 7) at 8pm. This month money will go to the air...
View ArticleGeoff Cox’s DVDs: Seven Psychopaths
Hitmen-on-holiday caper In Bruges had instant cult appeal and remains one of my favourite films, particularly after a visit to the beautiful Belgian city last year.Writer/director Martin McDonagh...
View ArticlePotton’s town councillors call for apology over tax bill
Councillors are calling for a public apology after their tax bill was tripled.Speaking at a meeting of Potton Town Council on Tuesday, councillors said they will be demanding that Central Beds...
View ArticleHospital’s service of remembrance
A service of remembrance will be held for those who have lost a baby.Bedford Hospital’s annual service will be on Sunday (April 7) at 3pm in the hospital chapel, close to the Kempston Road entrance.It...
View ArticleMeet assistance dog at the library
Learn about Canine Partners at a library talk.Ray Bylett will speak about training assistance dogs to help people with disabilities, at Sandy Good Afternoon Club.He will bring along a 10 month old...
View ArticleBurglaries in Gravenhurst
Burglars have targeted three homes in nearby communities this week.Bedfordshire Police is investigating the burglaries in Gravenhurst and Harlington.Detectives do not know whether the crimes are...
View ArticleSpeeding cars need slowing, villager agree
Villagers are delighted that a solution to speeding is on the horizon.Last month Central Beds Council approved its Local Area Transport Plans. One of the items written into these plans was the addition...
View ArticleClimb three peaks to raise vital funds for the local hospice
Challenge yourself to a gruelling 26 mile walk to help a hospice.St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger is inviting people to take part in its Yorkshire Three Peaks walk through the Yorkshire Dales.The...
View ArticleCare home opens its doors to community for a nice cup of tea
A care home will offer a warm welcome and a friendly face to older people in the community who are in need of a little company.Following recent reports highlighting the problem of loneliness among...
View ArticleWhat would you like at youth club?
Calling all teenagers.Groundwork Luton and Bedfordshire is inviting teenagers to say which activities they would like to see at their youth club.Three consultation events will be held next week between...
View ArticleHistory society seeks secretary
A history society urgently needs a new secretary.Biggleswade History Society is looking for a new secretary to keep the 166-strong group running smoothly.The main duties are dealing with correspondence...
View ArticleCommunity gives thanks
Three community members were honoured for their contribution to Stotfold life.Debbie Flanagan, Chris Charge and Louden Masterton were all given Stotfold Citizens Awards. Mayor Brian Collier presented...
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