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Boy finds knives while out playing with his friends in Bedford
A young boy who found some knives while out playing in Bedford, has been praised for his quick-thinking.
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Sturgeon Moon 2025: How to see 'stunning' full moon as it rises over UK this weekend
This full moon signals that it’s time to start saying goodbye to summer 🌕
Police want to speak to this man who may have filmed fight in Bedford town centre
Police have issued CCTV images of a man who may have filmed an altercation in Bedford town centre.
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Bedford Conservatives once opposed council tax rises - but now say Lib Dems didn’t raise it enough
Bedford Borough Council’s Conservative administration has cited an independent report to argue that council tax was not raised enough under the Liberal Democrats, despite having opposed tax increases while in opposition.
Complaints about Wixams councillors created 'an atmosphere of suspicion, not accountability'
A number of complaints made about Wixams councillors have been resolved with no further action, while others remain under assessment, Bedford Borough Council has confirmed.
Petrol and diesel prices: Here’s where to find the cheapest in Luton and Dunstable
Petrol prices have gone up again - the last thing we need as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.
Petrol prices: Here’s where to find the cheapest petrol and diesel in Bedford
Petrol prices have gone up again - the last thing we need as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.
Renewed police appeal after motorcyclist dies following M1 collision near Toddington services
Police have issued a fresh appeal after a motorcyclist died following a crash on the M1.
Meet Britain's oldest rail worker - who used to work in Bedford
Meet the man believed to be Britain's oldest rail worker – who has been serving passengers for over 60 years.
Private security pilot in Bedford to be extended for another month as businessman Peter McCormack denies political ambitions
The grassroots figure leading efforts to clamp down on anti-social behaviour in Bedford town centre has denied having any political ambitions, and said he is “OK” with the problems being moved elsewhere.
Dunstable Yesteryear: How town heard the news of VJ Day
Dunstable, on August 15 1945, could hardly bring itself to believe that the war against Japan was over.
Nearly a third of GP appointments in Bedfordshire took place remotely
Nearly a third of GP appointments recorded in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes in June took place over the phone or online, recent figures show.
Talented joiner from Dunstable reaches semi-finals in national competition
Jason Pittiglio from Dunstable is through to the semi-final stage of the search for the UK and Ireland’s Top Tradesperson.
‘Incredible turnaround’ for Bedford care service which earns ‘Good’ CQC rating
A specialist Lifeways care service in Bedford, previously rated as ‘requires improvement’, is now Good in all areas.
Teen convicted of 'brutal and senseless' murder of 17-year-old outside Bedford bus station
A teenager has been found guilty of the ‘brutal and senseless’ murder of a 17-year-old boy outside Bedford bus station.
Bedfordshire Business Awards 2025: Six Bedford companies join the roll of honour
Six Bedford businesses have been recognised in the 2025 Bedfordshire Business Awards celebrating ambition, innovation and local impact.
Written warning for Bedfordshire cop who set up travel company while off sick
A police officer has been given a written warning after setting up a travel company while on sick leave from work.
Bedfordshire Business Awards 2025: Two Dunstable companies join the roll of honour
Two Dunstable businesses have been recognised in the 2025 Bedfordshire Business Awards which have celebrated ambition, innovation and local impact.
Have your say: Online information on latest changes to Black Cat roundabout
A special online information event is being held ahead of road layout changes at the Black Cat roundabout.
Motorcyclist killed in A6 crash near Bedford
A motorcyclist has died after a collision on the A6 near Souldtop this morning (August 7).