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Team spirits raised as Dunstable firefighter declared powerlifting world champion

A Dunstable firefighter has been declared a world champion powerlifter.

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Plans for drive-thru KFC in Bedford rejected as 'a risk to lives'

Plans to turn a fast food restaurant into a drive-thru in Bedford have been refused over a potential ‘risk to lives’.

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Plans approved for industrial development site in Bedford despite objections - including impact on riding school’s ponies

An application for an industrial development near Goldington Road in Bedford has been approved despite concerns over its impact on a nearby riding school.

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Residents resorted to emptying overflowing dog poo bins across Bedford say councillors

Dog bins across Bedford Borough are overflowing with poo say residents and councillors.

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Plans to breathe life into Bedford town centre a step closer after council approves action plan

The regeneration plans for the Mayes Yard Quarter in Bedford are a step closer to fruition.

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A421 now open after serious crash near Kempston this morning

The A421 near Kempston has reopened following a serious crash this morning.

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One person taken to hospital after serious crash on A421 near Kempston this morning

One person has been taken to hospital after a serious crash on the A421 near Kempston this morning (October 17).

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Bedford's Wells & Co raises a glass to Josephine Wells’ 175th birthday with exclusive new brew

A Bedford brewery is toasting the 175th would-be birthday of its great-great grandma with a brand new beer.

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Volunteers thanked for crucial role in flood response

The Leader also urges people to find out how they can become part of the council’s coordinated local flood response. The Leader’s comments coincide with the UK’s annual ‘Flood Action Week’, an Environment Agency (EA) initiative to raise awareness of increased flood risk caused by a cha...

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A421 closed in both directions after serious collision near Kempston this morning

The A421 near Kempston is closed in both directions after a serious collision.

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Will Netflix prices rise in 2024? Analysts deliver verdict - and it’s bad news for fans

How disappointing 😰

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Rain warning: Met office issues yellow weather warnings as heavy rain causes roads to flood

Watch footage of flooded roads - as parts of the UK could see 50-80 mm of rainfall in around six hours.

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Former Bedfordshire Police officer jailed for grooming vulnerable girls for 'own sexual gratification'

A former Bedfordshire Police officer has been jailed for targeting vulnerable young girls on social media.

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Employment Rights Bill: What Labour's new legislation could mean for teachers and schools

More flexible working for teachers and better conditions for school support staff are on the cards 📜

Luton Today Dunstable

Petition handed to council calling for changes to Dunstable town centre traffic lights over safety concerns

A wide review is planned of public safety issues at traffic lights in Dunstable town centre, branded ‘dangerous’ and ‘ridiculous’ by petitioners, a meeting heard.

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TV legend Joe Swash stars in Beauty and the Beast panto at The Grove in Dunstable

It’s almost that time of year again when your favourite actors don fancy costumes and prance across the famed pantomime stage to the delight of all in the audience.

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Bedford restaurant voted among top 10 Indian curry houses at prestigious national awards

Bedford restaurant Three Rooms is leading the way with Indian cuisine, having won a prestigious national award.

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What is the deal with Jack Doherty's Kick ban? Internet star crashes £150k McLaren car during livestream

He was driving during a storm 😱

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3 in 5 private rental homes in Bedford fail to meet band C energy efficiency rating

New figures have revealed three in five private rental homes in Bedford were rated D or below for their energy efficiency.

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MP fears de facto decision has already been made over Bedford ambulance call centre

Bedford MP Mohammad Yasin believes a decision to close Bedford Emergency Operations Centre may just be a formality.