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That's all for this weekpublished at 18:27 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Another one from the archives: Troops guard wreck of Zeppelin 1916 at Potters Barpublished at 18:26 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
And while we're on the subject of airships, here's a photograph from 100 years ago this month of British soldiers guarding the remains of a German craft during World War One.
The sentries are guarding the wreckage of the German Navy Zeppelin L31, which crashed at Potters Bar after being attacked by a British fighter.
Image source, Getty ImagesStabbed dog petition tops 100k namespublished at 18:25 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
A petition calling for new rights for police support animals inspired by a stabbed dog passes 100,000 signatures, prompting a possible parliamentary debate.
Read MoreOne from the archives: R101 at Cardington in October 1930published at 18:25 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Nic Rigby
BBC NewsThe giant hangars at Cardington in Bedfordshire are today being used for the new generation of airships, but in the 1920s and 1930s they was used for the first wave.
Eighty-six years ago this month the doomed R101 airship was photographed at its moorings in Cardington prior to its departure for India. It crashed en route.
Image source, Getty ImagesWeather: Scattered showers but sunny spells tomorrowpublished at 18:02 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Dan Holley
BBC Look East weatherA few scattered showers overnight but much of the time dry and temperatures falling to 5C (41F).
Mist and fog patches will gradually clear on Saturday morning to leave much of the day dry with sunny spells, but a few scattered showers will be possible. Temperatures will reach highs of 14C (57F).
There are more details on the BBC Weather website.
New appeal in Luton body-in-bin case after dead mother namedpublished at 17:59 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Nic Rigby
BBC NewsAs we reported a little while ago, a woman found dead in a flat in at flat in Essex Close, Luton, has been named as Tabussum Winning.
Her death is being linked to the discovery of a man's body in a bin in the same street.
Det Insp Fraser Wylie, said: “I’m appealing for the public to come forward if they know anything which could help our investigation.
“Did you know Tabussum? Whether you knew her as a friend or a colleague, or simply used to see her out and about in Luton, we want to hear from you. “We’re also continuing to ask for anyone who witnessed suspicious activity between Friday 7 and Monday 10 October in and around Essex Close to get in touch. “We’re particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw a black wheelie bin being taken along the street, or anyone who lived nearby who has noticed that their wheelie bin has gone missing.”
High Court decision on Watford allotments put on holdpublished at 17:22 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
A decision on whether to take the issue of the Watford allotments to judicial review will not be known today.
A judge at the High Court has listened to arguments from both sides and has decided to reserve judgement.
Allotment holders in Watford have been trying to save the Farm Terrace plots from being built on as part of the Health Campus scheme.
Commissioner welcomes support for PD Finnpublished at 17:17 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
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Katy Lewis
BBC Local LivePolice and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire, David Lloyd, has welcomed the huge public support for the injured police dog Finn.
Image source, Hertfordshire PoliceA petition calling for equality between police animals and officers in the eyes of the law - launched shortly after Finn and handler PC Dave Wardell, were stabbed pursuing a suspect - reached more than 100,000 signatures today and could now be debated in parliament.
Mr Lloyd said: “We fully embrace the sentiment behind this petition and support more recognition of the work police animals do.
"Finn is a credit to the service and has been a huge part of the team, not just on this occasion."
The commissioner said the language used in the law “doesn’t feel right” and that a greater understanding of the risks animals and handlers face was needed.
“Hopefully this petition will lead to a wider debate about the way we treat officers and animals when they are attacked," he said.
Police officer assaulted in Milton Keynespublished at 17:15 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Carol Abercrombie
BBC Three Counties RadioA man has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a police officer in Milton Keynes.
Thames Valley Police, external said it followed an incident at a petrol station in Newport Road at about 02:00.
Although injured, the officer didn't need hospital treatment.
A 29-year-old from Coventry is in police custody.
Local football league weekend round-uppublished at 17:15 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveWhen Milton Keynes Dons last won at home, David Cameron was still prime minister, we hadn't voted to leave the EU, nobody had heard of Honey G and Ed Balls was still thought of as a serious politician.
This week in League One, the Dons continue the quest for a first home win since 5 March - when they beat QPR 2-0 (pictured) - and welcome back Joe Walsh and Darren Potter after suspension at home to Southend.
Image source, Getty ImagesIn League Two, Stevenage host Carlisle, Wycombe are at home to Barnet and Nathan Jones' Luton are without suspended leading scorer Danny Hylton at home to Mansfield.
Body-in-bin double murder inquiry: Dead mother namedpublished at 16:54 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Nic Rigby
BBC NewsA mother, whose death has been linked to the discovery of a body in a bin in the same street in Luton, has been named.
Image source, Bedfordshire PoliceThe body of Tabussum Winning, 34, who was originally from Pakistan, was discovered in her home in Essex Close on 10 October.
A double murder investigation was launched on Wednesday after her death was linked to the discovery of a man's body in a bin in the street on Monday.
It is thought Ms Winning and the man were partners. Yesterday it was revealed that Ms Winning had recently given birth. The baby is being cared for.
One man has been arrested in connection with both deaths and has been released on bail pending further inquiries. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bedfordshire Police.
Finn's Law campaigners thank supporterspublished at 15:57 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
The Finn's Law campaign has thanked all those who signed its petition to give police animals the same status as officers if they are injured in the line of duty.
The petition has reached the 100,000-signature mark which means it can be considered for a debate in Parliament.
On its Twitter feed, the Finn's Law campaign said, external: "We think this is an excellent achievement for Police Dogs and Horses everywhere - and a step closer to protecting officers & the public."
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End of twitter postFinn's Law petition reaches 100,000 signaturespublished at 15:56 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveA petition calling for police animals to be given the same status as officers if they are injured at work has reached 100,000 signatures, which means it can now be considered for a debate in Parliament.
Image source, BCH police dogsThe Finn's Law campaign is named after the Hertfordshire police dog who, along with his handler, was stabbed in Stevenage while chasing a suspect.
It wants people who attack police animals to face charges similar to those for attacking a person.
The petition proposes that police animals "be given protection that reflects their status if assaulted in the line of duty".
A teenager has been charged with criminal damage over the attack.
Watch: 'The Beast' challenges David Haye 'any time, any place'published at 15:44 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveWycombe Wanderers striker Adebayo Akinfenwa - also known as The Beast - may have bitten off more than he can chew by challenging former WBA world heavyweight boxing champion David Haye to a bout.
The Hayemaker was being interviewed by Sky Sports when Akinfenwa interrupted to say he was there to "take on Mr Haye any time, any place".
Haye joked that The Beast was his "next opponent".
I'm not sure Wanderers manager Gareth Ainsworth would approve.
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End of twitter postLeighton Buzzard school evacuated after skip firepublished at 15:28 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveA Leighton Buzzard school was evacuated yesterday when a skip being used by roofing contractors caught fire.
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, external said it was called to Brooklands School just before 15:00.
Works had been taking place to the roof and materials included felt and insulation were being removed by contractors using blow torches. The fire service said it was possible that some of the materials could have been alight or hot and these could have then ignited the rest of the contents.
One workman received minor burns to his arm when he tried to tackle the fire and the exterior of the building was damaged
Pupils were relocated to nearby Leedon Lower School.
Image source, Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue
Image source, Bedfordshire Fire and RescueA5 road death family pay tribute to 'beautiful boy'published at 14:46 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveThe family of a 25-year-old man who died following a collision on the A5 in Milton Keynes at the weekend have paid tribute to "a one of a kind".
Image source, Thames Valley PoliceNathaniel Lee died on the northbound exit slip road on the approach to the H5 Portway at about 04:30 on Sunday.
In a statement, his family said: "A piece of our heart was ripped out... when he was taken from us so tragically.
“He was a one-of-a-kind, beautiful boy who loved life and lived it to the full."
Driver jailed for killing boy, 5published at 14:39 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
A driver is jailed for two years after knocking down and killing his neighbours' five-year-old boy on the driveway outside his house.
Read MoreRiley Ferguson death: Convicted driver 'should have been alert'published at 14:11 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveThe driver convicted of causing death by dangerous driving after he ran over a five-year-old boy in Milton Keynes "should have been alert", the Crown Prosecution said.
David Cowell, 42, was jailed for two years by Aylesbury Crown Court earlier today for killing Riley Ferguson in June 2015 on the driveway in Woodspring Drive, Monkston which at the time he shared with the boy's family.
Gavin Hernandez from the CPS said Cowell maintained that he did not see Riley and had "conducted all reasonable observations" but "there was a child plainly visible at the mouth of the drive as he approached".
"For these reasons he should have been alert to the possibility of another hazard or obstruction and should have proceeded with maximum care and attention," he said.
Speaking at the time of Cowell's conviction, Insp Graeme Hughes of Thames Valley Police, described it as a "tragic case" which "demonstrates that there can be fatal consequences regardless of speed".
Stolen double decker: More pictures of the damagepublished at 13:47 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveHere are some more pictures of the damage caused in Watford by Deepak Malhotra who stole a bus while under the influence of alcohol and weant on a three-mile rampage around the town.
Malhotra, who was jailed for 21 months this week by Harrow Crown Court, caused damage totalling thousands of pounds.
Image source, Hertfordshire PoliceRiley Ferguson death: Man jailed for two yearspublished at 13:28 British Summer Time 21 October 2016
Katy Lewis
BBC Local LiveA driver who knocked down and killed a five-year-old boy in Milton Keynes has been jailed for two years.
Image source, GoogleDavid Cowell, 42, of Deacon Place, Middleton, was found guilty last month of causing death by careless driving following a retrial at Aylesbury Crown Court.
He ran over Riley Ferguson on the driveway in Woodspring Court, Monkston, he shared with the boy's family in June 2015.
The boy died in hospital four days later.
Cowell was also disqualified from driving for five years.