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Two hurt in three-car crash on A6 at Deadman's Hill near Bedford
Two people were injured with one going to hospital following a collision yesterday (Tuesday).
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Road in Brickhill to close temporarily for 14 DAYS for resurfacing
It looks like a road in Brickhill will be out of action during the day from next week.
Wootton barber raises thousands with 24-hour mental health walk at RSPB Lodge
A barber proved his stamina was a cut above the rest as he completed a mega 24-hour charity walk around Sandy's RSPB Lodge.
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Phased roads closure in Oakley for pothole repairs
Next week, the council is getting to grips with a couple of roads in Oakley.
Row over '£1 sale' of former Debenhams in Bedford as mayor brands claim 'misleading'
An opposition claim that the mayor of Bedford and his cabinet have agreed to sell off the Debenhams building for as little as £1 has been taken out of context, the town’s Conservative administration warned.
Rethink branded polo tops as part of my child's uniform, says Bromham Primary School parent
A parent of schoolchildren at Bromham Primary is appealing for a rethink on its branded polo tops policy.
Man charged with stealing street lamps worth £1m across several counties including Bedfordshire
A man has been charged with the theft of 45 street lamps and ornate lanterns with an estimated value of around £1 million.
Meet the ladies helping Dunstable families in need with free baby clothes and essentials
Two ladies in Dunstable are making sure no baby goes without – thanks to their project offering families in need essentials for their tots and a place to connect.
Police confirm man's death in Bedford was not due to explosion
A man’s death at an industrial unit on Brunel Road, on Thursday (July 23) was not as a result of an explosion.
Application goes into council to revert former Bedford solicitors' office into house
It looks like the former C C Bell & Son which closed last year could be reverted into a house.
Ampthill to Maulden bypass to temporarily close so footbridge can be painted
Like anything with your own house, you’ve got to make sure it’s maintained.
Claims taxpayers 'footing the bill' in compensation payouts as Central Bedfordshire potholes hit three-year high
New data reveals that Central Bedfordshire's potholes have hit a "severe three year high" with it claimed that taxpayers are unfairly funding "massive compensation payouts".
"We should send fewer people to prison": Bedfordshire crime commissioner says we need reform
There will always be a role for prisons – but they should ideally be well-resourced with a focus on rehabilitation.
This Grade II listed former farmhouse near Bedford was once owned by lords of the manor, the Crawley family
The Crawleys, I hear you cry. Surely not Lord and Lady Grantham from Downton Abbey.
Cadent to upgrade 400 metres of gas pipes from the 60s right across Ampthill
Work has started today (Monday) 27 July to replace old gas pipes from the 60s.
Bedford to get more electric car charging points
New charging points are being installed across the borough if you’re thinking of making the switch to an EV (electric vehicle).
Gang grab man by his neck in Bedford and walk him home before robbing him of cash
A gang of two men and two women stole a large sum of money from a man they attacked in the street.
A1 northbound at Black Cat to close every evening for 11 NIGHTS as part of upgrade
Gird your loins as there more road closures as part the Black Cat upgrade.
One lane of the M1 closed near Bedford due to car fire
Lane one of the M1 between junction 13 at Brogborough and junction 14 at Milton Keynes will remain closed for the rest of the day.
East West Rail complaint against Bedford mayor dismissed with 'no further action'
A complaint stemming from the interests of Conservative Bedford Mayor Tom Wootton relating to East West Rail has been dismissed, with no further action to be taken, the local democracy reporting service can reveal.