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Police hunt man repeatedly exposing himself near a Bedford school
Police in Bedford are stepping up patrols to stop a flasher who has been striking since September.
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Urgent Christmas DIY SOS build for new charity shop in Bedford
A Bedford charity has launched an urgent SOS appeal to open a new shop in Bedford in time for Christmas.
Second phase of Bedford council budget consultation now open as it tackles £32m funding gap
Phase two of Bedford Borough Council’s budget consultation is now open – as it looks to close a £32 million shortfall.
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Pothole compensation payouts in Central Beds hit nearly £150,000 since 2022
Central Beds Council has paid out almost £150,000 in compensation for pothole-related damage since 2022, with more than 1,500 claims.
Community spirit helps Bedfordshire firefighters raise £10k for charity
More than £10,000 has been raised by Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service for its Fire Fighters Charity from events including fire station open days and car washes.
Your guide to Christmas events in Luton, Dunstable and Houghton Regis this year
A wave of Christmas celebrations will sweep across Luton, Dunstable, Houghton Regis and nearby villages from this weekend, with town centres, parks and community venues gearing up for weeks of festive fun.
Ho, Ho, Ho – Bedford Borough Council unveils Christmas bin collection dates
Bin collection changes for Christmas have been announced for Bedford Borough with a reminder to plan ahead and make a note of the new dates.
Political opinion: Mayor secures landmark development for Bedford River Valley Park
Conservative Mayor Tom Wootton has secured a truly game changing development that will bring new homes, leisure facilities, and a regional-scale water sports destination to Bedford River Valley Park.
High streets in Central Bedfordshire 'hanging by a thread' as businesses struggle to cope
Parts of Central Bedfordshire are facing a “high street emergency”, as businesses struggle to cope with economic challenges, a meeting heard.
Last minute changes to Bedford council fees and charges hike
Bedford borough’s Executive has made late changes to the increases in fees and charges following an intervention by two opposition councillors.
Emergency services called to 'pile-up' on A6 Paula Radcliffe Way Bedford
Police and fire crews are currently dealing with an incident involving a number of vehicles on the northbound carriageway of the A6 Paula Radcliffe Way in Bedford.
Bedford council accused of treating public consultations 'with contempt'
Bedford Borough Council’s administration has been accused of treating public consultations “with contempt”.
Changes to Central Bedfordshire council tax relief scheme could 'destroy families' says councillor
Reducing council tax relief for some of Central Bedfordshire’s poorest residents could lead to people being “dragged to court and to destroying families”, a meeting was warned.
Need a cuddle? Cranfield mum plans 'Hug a Stranger' event - and hopes to bring it to Bedford
A mum is hoping a Free Hug event could take place in Bedford before Christmas to lift the spirits of anyone feeling down.
Two off-licence stores in Dunstable sold
Two Bargain Booze off-licence stores in Dunstable have been sold.
Transgender hate crime on the rise in Bedfordshire, new figures show
Bedfordshire Police recorded more transgender hate crime offences in the year to March, according to new data.
Dunstable warehouse worker wins £80k Range Rover after spending just 22p
A warehouse worker from Dunstable was left in tears after winning an £80,000 Range Rover D300 through a prize draw that cost him just 22p
'It's been a game-changer for our pupils' More Bedfordshire schools to benefit from free breakfast clubs
More children are set to benefit from Best Start free breakfast clubs from April, helping parents struggling with the rising cost of living.
32-home development could be coming to former school site in Riseley
Bedford Borough Council has told developers that the Riseley Neighbourhood Plan cannot be used to stop new housing, clearing the way for a 32-home scheme on the former Margaret Beaufort Middle School site.
Major development at former Hazlewood Foods site in Bedford faces redesign
A major Bedford housing development must be redesigned after a large drainage culvert was discovered beneath the former Hazlewood Foods site.