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Central atrium kiosk at Bedford’s Harpur Centre available to rent
If you’re planning to open a little business in the heart of town then taking on a kiosk unit in Bedford’s Harpur Centre could be the perfect opportunity.
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Enjoy a month of free live music at Bedford bandstand
A month of free live music is taking place at the Mill Meadows bandstand in Bedford during August.
Man arrested after indecent exposure at Danish Camp in Willington
A man has been arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure at the Danish Camp in Willington.
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Countryside charity urges Central Bedfordshire people to have their say on local plan
Don’t miss the chance to have your say on future development which could result in an additional 25,500 new houses over the next 30 years.
Luton Airport passengers urged to travel safely on trains as more than 60,000 holidaymakers set to jet off
Holidaymakers travelling Luton airport by train are being urged to travel safely, as thousands more passengers head away on their summer breaks.
Can you help fund archaeological dig of Roman villa in Bedford?
Who would have thought there would be a Roman villa on both sides of Manton Lane.
Bedfordshire councils secure government backing for new fostering hub
Bedfordshire councils secure government backing for new fostering hub tanya.celine Thu 06/08/2026 11:16am 6 August 2026 Fostering in Bedfordshire Children and young people ...
New hub to recruit and support more foster carers for Bedfordshire
A new fostering hub is being created to help recruit, approve and support more foster carers across Bedfordshire.
Consultation over closure of adult social care facility in Ampthill
A public consultation is to begin shortly on the potential closure of an adult social care facility in Ampthill by Central Bedfordshire Council.
Bedfordshire Police release image of man wanted on suspicion of shop thefts
Nicholas O’Driscoll, 37, of no fixed abode, is wanted on suspicion of a number of thefts from shop and failing to appear for bail.
East Midlands Railway and Network Rail asked to accept liability for Bedford train crash
East Midlands Railways and Network Rail have been invited to accept liability for the Bedford train crash which caused the death of a driver and injuries to 162 passengers.
Road to close in Bedford's Queen's Park as speed calming measures introduced
You may remember back in June when we revealed a raft of road safety measures were set to be brought in.
Luton Airport expansion to 32 million passengers to go ahead after clearing legal hurdles
Plans to expand London Luton Airport to accommodate 32 million passengers a year are set to go ahead after clearing the final legal challenge.
Calling all would-be Bedford Universal contractors and suppliers: Nearby warehouse on the market
A 25,823 sq ft warehouse near the future Universal United Kingdom Resort has just become available.
Call to keep Sandy Heath Transmitter on air to ‘keep Bedfordshire safe’
A new report is calling for the Sandy Heath Transmitter to remain on air until at least 2044, to avoid risks of cyber attacks, power cuts and major national emergencies.
Major improvements approved for Saxon Leisure Centre
Major improvements approved for Saxon Leisure Centre john.day Wed 05/08/2026 1:49pm 5 August 2026 Leisure centres Biggleswade The investment w...
UK's largest whisky collection kept in a converted Ravensden pigsty on sale for £750k
A retired farmer is selling one of Britain's biggest whisky collections for £750,000 – which he keeps in a specially converted pigsty complete with state-of-the-art security.
Future of Sandye Place Academy site agreed
Future of Sandye Place Academy site agreed tanya.celine Wed 05/08/2026 12:18pm 5 August 2026 Schools and education As part of the decision, the Council has agreed arrange...
Various roads in Turvey to close for 14 DAYS for pavement resurfacing
Expect a few delays if you’re heading into the village this month and next.
Dunstable woman wins national award for inspiring ladies to get into logistics industry
A woman from Dunstable has been given an award for her dedication to getting more women into logistics after more than 20 years working at Amazon.