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Woman in her 40s arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill in Bedford street
A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill and common assault.
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Two men jailed for string of raids on post offices and shops across Bedford
Two men who burgled shops, post offices and a garage across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Essex have been jailed.
'It's going to be a horrid time for a long time' Bedford mayor voices fears over East West Rail construction
Bedford’s mayor has warned the town could face significant disruption during the construction of East West Rail, as the project’s promoters defended the benefits of the route through the borough.
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Choose You celebrates one year of supporting healthier lives across Central Bedfordshire
Launched in May 2025, Choose You is a free service, designed to support people to quit smoking, manage their weight, and build healthier habits that last. Over the past 12 months, the service has supported residents by providing personalised, flexible help. In its first year, 965 Central Bedford...
Hybrid car catches fire at business park near Bedford
A crew from Bedford was called to an accidental fire at Thurleigh Airfield Business Park.
Fishing boat wreck donated to help train accident investigators at Cranfield University
The wreck of a fishing vessel which capsized, killing three crew members, has been donated to Cranfield University.
Tiny Bedfordshire village could 'go dark' as street lighting cost soars by 4,400%
Parish councillors in Tingrith are set to blow a fuse after it emerged the four LED street lights in the village are about to cost £9,000 a year, instead of the annual £200 cost until now.
Person hit by train between Bedford and Luton
A person was hit by a train in the early hours of today (Wednesday).
Man dies after being shot by armed police in Bedford
A man has died after being shot by armed police in Bedford today (Tuesday).
Man charged with multiple offences after police chase ends in Ampthill
Three separate police forces came together to bring a driver to a halt.
Fears over 'unauthorised development' voiced at packed Wilstead meeting
Wilstead residents clashed with planning officers at a packed parish council meeting after works carried out on land near the A6 raised concerns about potential unauthorised development.
Foster carers recognised
The event took place on Saturday 9 May at Houghton Regis Leisure and Community Centre, with adults and children attending a Hollywood themed celebration day focused on recognising the foster carers’ commitment to supporting children and young people across the area. The celebration also gav...
Police release CCTV in hunt for man after creep caught masturbating on Bedford train
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Renters' Rights Act: Bedford council fails to answer questions on impact on homelessness
Bedford Borough Council has promoted major new protections for private renters following the abolition of “no fault” eviction notices – but remains tight-lipped over whether the reforms would affect homelessness pressures.
A1 northbound to close this weekend for Black Cat upgrade
The A1 will close again this weekend as part of the Black Cat revamp.
Picture shared of woman last seen in Dunstable more than a month ago
An image has been released of a woman who has been missing from Dunstable for more than a month.
Public told to avoid Aylesbury Road in Bedford as properties evacuated
Police are still at the scene of a wellbeing check last night (Monday).
Have your say on proposal for a new Linmere ward
The consultation, which opens on Tuesday, 12 May 2026, focuses on how Linmere should be represented as it continues to grow into a distinct and established community within Houghton Regis. Linmere is a major new development that, once complete, will be comparable in size to a small town. Through ...
'I will stand for re-election' says Bedford mayor
Bedford’s mayor has said he intends to stand for re-election next year, arguing voters should judge his record after four years in office and warning that political control of the council could shift significantly.
Third time lucky? Plans for flats behind Bedford High Street shops return
Plans to build four flats behind Bedford High Street shops have been submitted for a third time after two previous permissions expired without being carried out.