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Flood alert in place from Newport Pagnell to Sharnbrook

The Government is warning people to avoid low lying footpaths due to high river levels.

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Bedford to Bletchley train line services now in public ownership

London Northwestern Railway – which operates the Marston Vale Line – has now transferred into public ownership.

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Bedford performer to run London Marathon in memory of mum she lost to rare disease

Bedford-based performer Elly Jay has been selected as one of nine runners nationwide to represent a charity which helps those with scleroderma and Raynaud’s.

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Bill Boost: New £40 rule for smart meter delays to help 3,400 local households – MP welcomes

People living in over 3,000 homes across Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Houghton Regis and surrounding areas could be in line for a £40 smart meter delay pay out.

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49 new homes could be built in village near Bedford

Nearly 50 new homes could be built on farmland in a north Bedfordshire village, if plans are approved.

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Planning application goes into Bedford council for 100 homes in Turvey

According to the public notices on our site, an outline application has gone into Bedford Borough Council for a development in Turvey.

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‘Pupils at the heart of this small, caring Ridgmont Lower School’ say Ofsted inspectors

Ridgmont Lower School is celebrating following a positive Ofsted inspection which showcased significant improvements.

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Wells & Co unveils new Bedford bitter to mark 150 years of brewing

As Wells & Co celebrates 150 years of brewing, the company has unveiled a new permanent cask ale.

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Council urged to do more to promote Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard theatres

More could be done to promote theatres in Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard, with the latter labelled a potential “gold mine”, according to one of its supporters.

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Crews tackle fire at Bedford house as tumble dryer goes up in flames

A fire at a house in Ashmead Road was caused by a tumble dryer, according to Beds Fire & Rescue.

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This lovely house near Bedford's Wendover Drive has loads of wiggle room

That’s what’s great about these houses from the 30s – they’re mahoosive.

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Leaked letter warns councillors not to block Bedford council's budget - or government could step in to run it

Bedford’s mayor has warned councillors that failure to approve the council’s new budget could mean unelected government officials running the council, according to a leaked letter.

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Bedford convenience store says selling stronger beer will make it 'more inclusive'

A Bedford convenience store seeking permission to sell stronger alcohol told councillors the move would make the business “more inclusive”.

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'Parking is already stretched' Objections over supported living facility in Bedford's Gladstone Street

A retrospective planning application over supported living accommodation at a terraced house in Bedford has drawn objections from nearby residents, citing concerns about parking, safety and noise.

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£330,000 UKSPF Funding investment powers business growth and job creation in Central Bedfordshire

The results for this period so far speak for themselves: 60 enterprises received 12 hours or more of non-financial support 33 potential entrepreneurs assisted to become enterprise ready 39 new enterprises were created as a result of the programme 55 jobs generated, providing new opportun...

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Felmersham Bridge near Bedford to close for repairs

For four days later this month, Felmersham Bridge will close.

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Controversial Kempston church plans for community hub and 79 homes refused

Plans for a new community hub and up to 79 homes on land north of Cemetery Road in Kempston have been refused by Bedford Borough Council.

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Premium Bonds: One lucky person from Central Bedfordshire scoops £1m

A Premium Bonds holder from Central Bedfordshire has struck it lucky – winning £1 million in this month’s draw.

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Free breakfast clubs roll out to another eight schools in and around Bedford

More free breakfast clubs are being introduced to eight schools in Bedford and the surrounding area.

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Healthcare improvements for Central Beds 'potentially hitting a brick wall'

A local authority’s attempts to secure better healthcare facilities in parts of Central Bedfordshire has been compared to “potentially hitting a brick wall” by its health portfolio holder.