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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.
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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”.
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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.
Police release picture of missing 16-year-old with links to Bedford
Bedfordshire Police are appealing for your help to find Wyatt.
80 houses in Bromham and road closures among our latest online public notices for Bedford
There’s a few interesting planning applications and road closures, according to the latest public notices on our site.
Bedford's poorest families could be facing higher council tax bills
Bedford borough’s low income families could face higher council tax bills from April.
We've launched a public consultation on Active Travel Strategy
The strategy aims to see more than half of all local trips in major towns made on foot, by bike, or using mobility aids by 2030. It focuses on improving everyday travel, from journeys to school and work to trips to shops, stations, and leisure destinations. Key objectives of the strategy include:...
Bedford primary school headteacher struck off after her secret haul of alcohol was found by staff
A former primary school headteacher has been barred from the profession after a secret stash of booze was uncovered.
I explored our archives and discovered these fascinating images of Woburn Abbey down the years
Our latest retro gallery from around our brilliant area throws the spotlight on Woburn Abbey.
£1.8 million growth grant programme to help Bedfordshire businesses
Bedfordshire businesses can apply for a new £1.8 million growth grant programme in the South Midlands.
Clophill voted hot to trot by horse riders
A Bedfordshire village has galloped into the top 10 list of the nation’s top destinations for equestrian getaways.
Dunstable Salvation Army launches Christmas Appeal
The Salvation Army is calling on the community in Dunstable to share love and hope this Christmas by donating new toys to its Christmas Present Appeal to help give children a Christmas they deserve.