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Man dies after being shot by armed police in Bedford
A man has died after being shot by armed police in Bedford today (Tuesday).
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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.
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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.
Gorgeous former Bedford coaching inn goes back on the market after less than four years
The old Swan pub in Elstow has gone back on the market with an elevated price tag to match.
Homeless outreach campaign in Dunstable gets boost after mayor’s visit
An initiative set up to help people sleeping rough in Dunstable has had the backing of the mayor and the county's Deputy Lord Lieutenant.
Man in hospital with serious injuries following violent fight at Bedford takeaway
A man is currently in hospital in a stable but serious condition after what police are describing as a violent fight.
Dog rescued from house fire in Bedford
A dog had to be rescued from a house in Marlborough Road on Saturday (May 9).
66 homes could be built in Wootton as developer claims neighbourhood plan 'overtaken by events'
A developer has claimed Wootton’s neighbourhood plan has been “overtaken by events” as part of a bid to build up to 66 homes on land west of Wootton Upper School.
Bedford's St Paul’s Church gets over £200k lottery cash to help repair historic tower
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded St Paul’s Church £209,000.
Bedford International Athletic Stadium upgrade restores its competition status
Bedford International Athletic Stadium has been re-established as a competition-standard athletics facility thanks to a major track resurfacing project.
Historic bandstand revamp completes work to improve Bedford Park
A series of projects to enhance Bedford Park, including restoration of the historic bandstand, is now complete.