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Two-storey restaurant in former Flitwick Barclays Bank offered for lease
Following a major revamp of the former bank in Station Road, the building is being offered for lease.
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Bedford named one of the worst train stations for passenger accidents
Whether it’s a slip, trip or fall, it looks like passengers in Bedford are a tad accident-prone.
TikTok mentioned in more than 1,400 crimes reported in Bedfordshire in last three years
New data has revealed how often TikTok has been mentioned in crime reports in Bedfordshire, as the government announces a social media ban for under-16s.
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Bedford woman wanted over shop theft and burglary
If you’ve seen her, let the police know.
Police release image of man with links to Bedford wanted for recall to prison
If you’ve seen this man, let the police know.
'Loss felt deeply': Woburn Safari Park announces death of wolves Tala and Akela
Staff at Woburn Safari Park have paid tribute after the death of two wolves.
Road in Brogborough to close for FIVE NIGHTS for level crossing inspection
It looks like Station Road, in Brogborough, will be closed most evening from next week.
Bedford Burger King applies to extend licence until 5AM at Interchange Retail Park
Looks like Burger King has been inspired by KFC’s application into the council in April.
Inspectors find expired medicines at care home in Wilstead
A health watchdog has criticised Nichols House and given it an overall rating of ‘requires improvement’.
Police urge van drivers to be vigilant after spate of thefts near Kempston Hardwick
Bedfordshire Police are warning car owners following a spate of thefts.
'Red tape and bureaucracy': why Leighton Buzzard and Dunstable Truck Convoy 'can't continue'
The organisers of Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard Truck Convoy have slammed Central Bedfordshire Council (CBC) – citing it as the reason they feel unable to continue.
In Pictures: Final Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard Truck Convoy goes out 'with a bang'
Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard Truck Convoy revved into action for the last time – raising around £20,000 for charity.
Queen Street car park will be FREE OF CHARGE during summer concerts at Bedford Park
Good news if you’re travelling to any of the concerts at Bedford Park next month.
Bedford train delays now at a minimum after car crashes into bridge
Rail travel was affected this morning (Tuesday) after a car crashed into a bridge.
'Let us move from landfill to landmarks' Keech patron and former Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire speaks on sustainability at Ghana summit
Keech Hospice patron and former Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire Helen Nellis has recently returned from Ghana where she was Guest of Honour at the Landfills2Landmarks International Summit in Accra.
'Aspirational' list of potential new health facilities for Central Bedfordshire submitted to government
A list of sites for new health facilities in Central Bedfordshire has been submitted to the government, although it remains an “aspirational pipeline” for now.
The Alien Autopsy Scandal: How a second grainy video was shot on a Bedfordshire farm
If you’re of a certain age (holds hand up), you’ll no doubt remember the alien autopsy of the 90s.
13-year-old boy hit by fire engine in Dunstable responding to Luton emergency call
A 13-year-old boy was hit by a fire engine as it responded to an emergency call.
This 60s time capsule house in Bedford has got some seriously groovy built-in furniture
The listing for this fab pad says ‘in need of modernisation’, but I wouldn’t bother.
Two nicked in Bedford town centre after police seize knife and drugs
An eagle-eyed member of the public helped the police out when they spotted a couple of people using drugs on Saturday morning (June 13).