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Fares in Luton and Dunstable to go up for Arriva bus passengers this week
Those who travel on the Arriva bus network in and around Luton and Dunstable will see some of their fares go up this weekend.
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Find a ‘home away from home’ with Albert Oddfellows Dunstable
Feeling at home isn’t just about where you live – it’s about feeling comfortable, welcome and connected. That’s the latest message from Albert Oddfellows, a local social group inviting people in the area to try one of its meetups and discover a ready-made community of friends on their doorst...
Mayor's decision over charges for Bedford's green spaces goes back to the drawing board
A mayoral decision changing how Bedford Borough Council allocates Special Area Charges, which affect council tax bills in different parts of the borough, has been sent back for reconsideration after a fractious scrutiny meeting.
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New legislation could speed up delivery of East West Rail in Bedford
Government officials and East West Railway Company (EWR Co) discussed changes to the delivery of major projects - including East West Rail.
Flower shop calls on Bedfordshire artists to send submissions for store showcase
The owner of an independent flower shop is looking for artists from Bedfordshire to send in examples of their work, with the chance to sell their art in her store.
Seven men arrested - including one in Bedfordshire - during international crackdown on people smuggling
Seven suspects have been arrested in the UK as part of a collaboration between the National Crime Agency and police as part of Interpol’s largest-ever human trafficking op.
Bedford shop owner ordered to pay almost £9k after illegal vape sale to 14-year-old girl
A convenience store which sold a vape to a 14-year-old girl has been ordered to pay almost £9,000 by magistrates.
Crackdown on “rip off” vet bills welcomed by MP Alex Mayer
Thousands of pet owners across the Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard constituency are set to benefit from new plans to tackle soaring vet bills, in a move welcomed by local MP Alex Mayer.
Miles Kane named as one of Paul Weller's supports for Bedford Park show
Miles Kane along with rising Manchester band Arkayla will be supporting Paul Weller in July.
Bedford's Lurke Street to shut for SEVEN DAYS for new water main
You have been warned, Lurke Street – from Gadsby Street to St Cuthbert’s Street – will be shut so a new water main can be installed.
RSPCA looking for animal rescue officers to make ‘real difference’ in Bedfordshire
The RSCPA is calling on passionate people to apply for new animal rescue officer (ARO) roles to help with increased demand in Bedfordshire.
Former Higgins Museum's living quarters in Bedford to rent as swanky office space
Very swish, this modern office – totally independent of the museum – is up for rent.
Holocaust Memorial Day: Local MP reflects on family connection
Alex Mayer MP marked Holocaust Memorial Day by signing the official Book of Commitment, reflecting on her family’s own connection to the Holocaust and our shared responsibility to keep its lessons alive.
Three lanes of M1 closed near Toddington over ‘infrastructure defect’
Drivers are warned of delays on the M1 near Toddington after three lanes remain closed due to an infrastructure defect.
High social worker turnover could cause families to lose faith in the system, Bedford council warned
Some children in Bedford borough’s safeguarding system have had close to 10 different social workers over the past two years, a council report has revealed.
East West Rail responds to Bedford council criticism
East West Rail said the final design for its Bedford proposals will be made available with its 2027 Development Consent Order submission.
Blue Badge reminder: "I don’t understand why Bedford council don’t send out one. The elderly are getting left behind"
A Bedford woman fears the council’s policy of no longer sending out Blue Badge reminders is disproportionately affecting the elderly.
Four men arrested for handling stolen bikes as police swoop on two Kempston addresses
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Three flood alerts in place across Bedford as Storm Chandra hits UK
As river levels rise following disruptions from Storm Chandra, there are THREE flood alerts in Bedford.
Closing down: Bedford QD store to call it quits by the end of the week
QD is shutting its Greyfriars store on Friday (January 30).