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'We can, and must, do better' Bedford councillor sorry as meeting branded 'political theatre'
A senior Bedford borough councillor has publicly apologised to residents and council officers following a Full Council meeting that “ran until midnight”, saying the way the meeting was conducted “was not what our community deserves”.
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Police release picture of missing man with links to Bedford
Bedfordshire Police are appealing for your help to find Kevin.
Masquerade hare buried in Ampthill Park that sparked a global treasure hunt fetches £82k at auction
A golden hare jewel, which sparked a famous global treasure hunt, was sold at auction today for £82,550.
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New railway DVD released showing journey on Bletchley to Bedford line before signalling changes
A new railway DVD has been released showing one of the final journeys on the Bletchley to Bedford line before the end of traditional signalling.
Bedford council to build 'strongest possible' case against home demolitions by East West Rail
Bedford borough councillors have voted to back a motion requiring the authority to build the strongest possible case against the demolition of homes threatened by East West Rail (EWR).
'Many of you will lose your seats to Reform' Bedford councillors blasted over 'squabbling' and 'inattention' in scathing attack
A former Bedford Borough Council employee has accused the authority of fostering a defensive, and “inward-looking culture” that contributed to spiralling temporary accommodation costs and failures in handling complaints.
Eat for free at opening of Mexican-inspired Taco Bell restaurant in Bedford
Taco Bell, the globally recognised Mexican-inspired quick-service restaurant, is opening a new restaurant in Bedford next week.
Dunstable family, independent businesses: Sweeeeeetz
By Cllr Peter Hollick, Past Dunstable Town Mayor.
Bedfordshire's police and crime commissioner says he's not a 'dead duck' as role to be scrapped
Bedfordshire’s police and crime commissioner (PCC) has rejected the idea that he is now a “dead duck” following the government’s decision to abolish PCCs by 2028.
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Bedford marks Timor-Leste independence with special community celebration
Bedford is set to host its first Timor-Leste Independence Day Celebration, with a special community celebration to be held tomorrow (November 29).
Generous Dunstable community presents gifts to care home residents
A Bedfordshire care home has received a heart-warming festive surprise thanks to the generosity of the local community and a special ‘Delivering Joy’ campaign led by a nearby homewares store.
Pedestrian crossing in Bedford branded 'an accident waiting to happen'
A Bedford borough councillor has warned that a new pedestrian crossing on the town’s Embankment is “an accident waiting to happen”.
East West Rail ‘still failing to meet the sniff test’ says Bedford mayor
East West Rail is still ‘failing the sniff test’ and desperately needs to win back public trust.
Dunstable cricket community mourns death of club’s longest serving president
Tributes have been paid to the president of Dunstable Town Cricket Club, who died at the age of 80.
Plan to cut council tax support for Bedford's poorest families rejected after heated debate
Bedford borough councillors rejected plans to overhal the Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS) after a heated and, at times, emotional, debate.
Strip club licence renewal and extended alcohol hours among latest public notices in Luton and Dunstable
A strip club is looking to renew its license and 11 flats could be built as part of the latest planning and licensing applications in and around Luton
Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries after crashing into wall
Police are appealing for witnesses after the rider of an electric motorcycle crashed into a wall in Clapham.
Bedfordshire council tax payers likely to see maximum increase in next year's police slice
Bedfordshire’s council tax payers are likely to see the maximum increase in police precept next year, the police and crime commissioner (PCC) has said.
New home plan for village near Bedford
Nine new homes could be built in Podington if new proposal is accepted.