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'They are heroes' Ben Nevis hike in memory of dad raises cash for Bedford based mental health charity
A man who took on the Ben Nevis challenge in memory of his Dad says he’ll be forever grateful to the charity which supported him before he died.
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Huge knife found by vigilant member of the public in Bedford
Police have praised a vigilant member of the public who found this huge knife in Bedford.
New gym at the Saxon Centre in Kempston gets the go-ahead
Plan for a fitness centre at an empty office block at Kempston’s Saxon Centre have been given the go-ahead.
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Bedford mayor vows to stay despite vote of no confidence calling for his resignation
A vote of no confidence in Bedford’s Conservative mayor Tom Wootton, calling on him to resign was passed by a 28 to 12 majority at a borough council meeting.
Dunstable mum organises inclusive prom for children with special educational needs
A mum in Dunstable has created a different kind of prom for young people with special educational needs (SEN) who can’t go to their own school-organised events.
Roman finds unearthed as part of East West Rail archaeological dig
Roman coins and pottery have been unearthed as part of ongoing archaeological investigations which are supporting plans to build East West Rail.
HGV driver rescues family caught up in horror crash on M1 near Bedford
A quick-thinking lorry driver helped rescue a family-of-three after a crash by blocking the motorway.
Bedford rail crash – time to reflect and time to praise the first responders
Monthly column by John Tizard, Bedfordshire Police & Crime Commissioner
Bedfordshire Hospitals awarded £2m for being in ‘top 20 most improved trusts’ for 4-hour target
Hospitals in Bedfordshire have been given a huge cash boost after being given a bonus for improving its performance.
Bedford's Kimbolton Road to close for 10 DAYS for housing developers
Part of Kimbolton Road will be temporarily shut so housing developers can connect a stormwater pipe.
Expect delays as main road through Wilstead to close for EIGHT WEEKS
Part of Cotton End Road in Wilstead will be temporarily shut so the gas mains can be replaced.
From Bedford to Barnstorming: Henlow pilot shares his career in the skies
It's a good job that Henlow pilot Scott Butler didn't think much to his teacher's career advice.
Villagers object after plans go into Bedford council for 16 homes in Odell
A planning application to build homes on land at Odell Road has been challenged by a raft of villagers.
Sharnbrook residents call on housing developers to honour goodwill commitment after 5 MONTHS of disruption
A feud between residents near the new Sharnbrook Park and Templars Park development and homebuilders Bellway and Barratt Redrow has erupted.
Post Office near Bedford to close as Morrisons pulls out of village
Shortstown will be without a post office as Morrisons has decided to close its village store.
Police close TWO "problematic" flats in Bedford following complaints
Two addresses in Bedford are now shut due to ongoing issues.
All trains delayed through Bedford and Luton after car crashes into bridge
It looks like all trains going through Bedford and Luton are delayed after a car crashed into a railway bridge.
Have your say on Central Bedfordshire transport plan including A1 improvements, A1 - A6 link road, and busway extension
Central Bedfordshire Council is calling for people to have their say as it opens a consultation on its Local Transport Plan.
Two teenagers arrested following Great Barford stabbing
A man and a woman – both aged 19 – have been arrested following the stabbing in Great Barford on Friday (June 26).
Residents invited to shape the future of transport in Central Bedfordshire
We have launched a consultation on our draft Local Transport Plan, setting out a long-term vision for an easier, safer and greener transport system that works for everyone. The plan is aspirational, helping the Council secure funding and support wider change. It includes actions the Council can d...