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Gorgeous former Bedford coaching inn goes back on the market after less than four years
The old Swan pub in Elstow has gone back on the market with an elevated price tag to match.
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Homeless outreach campaign in Dunstable gets boost after mayor’s visit
An initiative set up to help people sleeping rough in Dunstable has had the backing of the mayor and the county's Deputy Lord Lieutenant.
Man in hospital with serious injuries following violent fight at Bedford takeaway
A man is currently in hospital in a stable but serious condition after what police are describing as a violent fight.
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Dog rescued from house fire in Bedford
A dog had to be rescued from a house in Marlborough Road on Saturday (May 9).
66 homes could be built in Wootton as developer claims neighbourhood plan 'overtaken by events'
A developer has claimed Wootton’s neighbourhood plan has been “overtaken by events” as part of a bid to build up to 66 homes on land west of Wootton Upper School.
Bedford's St Paul’s Church gets over £200k lottery cash to help repair historic tower
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded St Paul’s Church £209,000.
Bedford International Athletic Stadium upgrade restores its competition status
Bedford International Athletic Stadium has been re-established as a competition-standard athletics facility thanks to a major track resurfacing project.
Historic bandstand revamp completes work to improve Bedford Park
A series of projects to enhance Bedford Park, including restoration of the historic bandstand, is now complete.
Dunstable primary school gets £4,000 boost to fund wildlife project and spiritual garden
A primary school has had a huge boost to its wildlife garden after a donation from a gift left by the Dunstable School Old Boys' Association’s (DSOBA) former chairman.
Bedford man charged with attempted murder after crash with cyclist
A Bedford man has been charged with attempted murder and drink driving after a serious crash in Norwich on Friday (May 8).
Local families invited to drop-in sessions for funded childcare support
We'll be visiting local libraries to help families understand their eligibility for funded places for 2-year-olds, apply for childcare funding, and find suitable childcare. The sessions are free to attend, with no appointment needed, and aim to make it easier for families to access the support av...
Help shape the future of Central Bedfordshire – Local Plan scoping consultation now open
The Local Plan is an important document that sets out the vision and framework for future development across Central Bedfordshire up to 2050. It will help plan for the homes, jobs and infrastructure the area needs, while making sure growth is supported by the right facilities and services and the en...
Education in Central Bedfordshire 'in crisis' warns councillor
Education in Central Bedfordshire is ‘in crisis’ a councillor has warned.
Two Bedford roads off Tavistock Street to shut as Anglian Water carries out emergency repairs
Expect delays for a few days as two roads are closed for emergency repairs.
Driver injured after HGV overturns on roundabout near Bedford
The driver of 40-tonne articulated lorry was injured after his HGV overturned on a roundabout exit this morning (Wednesday).
East West Rail: Early engagement events not used to shape current Bedford plans
East West Rail confirmed in a meeting with Bedford Borough Council that early engagement events in the borough were not used to shape the plans currently out for consultation.
This groovy 60s house is far out, man - but not too far out from Bedford
Oh, I do love a 60s house – and this one in particular is really my bag.
No Bedford Thameslink this weekend for engineering works
Brace yourselves – there’s a weekend of misery ahead for anyone planning to hop on a train to London.
Fire probe into out-of-control bonfire near Bedford village
The fire service is investigating how a bonfire got out of control at the weekend.
Golden girl: Bedford detectorist’s collection to go under the hammer and it's expected to make up to £11k
When it comes to metal detecting, Nettie Edmondson most definitely finds it a treasure-able experience.