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'Vulnerable' Bedford woman jailed after being found with heroin, cocaine and cannabis
A woman from Bedford has been put behind bars after she admitted to drug offences.
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Police appeal to trace owners after spate of bike thefts in Bedford
Police have issued an appeal to help reunite two stolen bikes with the owners.
Plans for £9.3bn Data Centre Campus on old quarry near Bedford 'development of national significance'
Plans for a £9.3bn Data Centre Campus on a 143-acre site in Stewartby have been deemed a development of national significance.
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Bedford's The Place Theatre given £20k funding for vital roof repairs
Staff at The Place Theatre in Bedford will be keeping a roof over their heads thanks to £20k grant to improve the community hub facility.
Watch: Seven adorable cheetah cubs born at Whipsnade Zoo
Seven spotty cheetah cubs have been born at Whipsnade Zoo marking a huge boost to the international conservation breeding programme for their endangered sub species.
Stretch of A1 near Black Cat to close for two nights
A section of the A1 near the Black Cat will be closed for two nights, starting this evening (June 17 and 18).
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.
Food hygiene inspectors tell Indian restaurant in Bedford "major improvement necessary"
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has posted its latest food hygiene ratings and it’s not good news for ONE Bedford business.
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.
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.