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Stepping up enforcement on Blue Badge misuse
Stepping up enforcement on Blue Badge misuse john.day Fri 31/07/2026 11:36am 31 July 2026 Transport, roads and parking We carried out a day of targeted enforcement to tac...
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5 penalty charge notices as Central Beds Council cracks down on Blue Badge misuse
Five penalty charge notices were handed out in a Central Beds Council crackdown on Blue Badge misuse.
East Midlands Railways: Strike action over safety concerns starts this weekend
Rail union RMT has said 24-hour strike action on East Midlands Railways will go ahead on Saturday, August 1, after the company ‘refused to withdraw faulty trains and talks collapsed’.
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Bedfordshire ‘at very high risk of wildfire’ as county officially in drought
People in Bedfordshire are being asked to help reduce the very high risk of wildfires across the county as the Environment Agency officially declares a drought in the region.
Child abuser and rapist jailed after five victims reported crimes to Bedfordshire Police
A rapist has been put behind bars after a brave victim told Bedfordshire Police she had been sexually abused by him.
Warning over toxic algae in lake at Bedford Park
An urgent health warning has been issued over potential dangers of algae in the lake at Bedford Park.
12 fascinating pictures showing how Bedford used to look
We’ve taken another look into the past to bring you these fascinating images from days gone by.
£389 ‘hotel-style’ memory foam mattress slashed to £69 with free delivery
Five sizes are included in the promotion, combining an open-coil support core with memory foam, medium firmness and a breathable cover
Stagsden ‘calendar boys’ strip off to support men’s health charities
A dog groomer and pet photographer from Stagsden has created a charity calendar featuring volunteers who stripped off to help raise cash for good causes.
Housing Matters - July 2026
Housing Matters - July 2026 oliver.drackford Thu 30/07/2026 9:45am 30 July 2026 Housing News and updates from our housing team ...
Digital mapping service used to help shape Central Beds Council local plan
A digital maps service is being used to identify potential brownfield and greenfield sites for Central Beds Council’s new local plan.
Stotfold High Street closure has begun - but doesn't apply to the weekend
A road closure in Stotfold has begun to allow for resurfacing works.
Bedford music group to play at Luton’s first ever ukulele festival
A group of ukulele players from Bedford will play Luton’s first-ever festival next month.
Two Bedford teams to represent England at international Tug of War championships
Two teams from Bedford have been selected to compete at two major international Tug of War events.
Hollywood actor Damian Lewis brings his Sweet Chaos tour to Bedford
British actor, producer and musician Damian Lewis is set to perform live at Bedford music venue Esquires on October 24.
Two Bedford streets off Ampthill Road and Elstow Road to shut for resurfacing
Expect a little bit of pain for a whole lot of gain as a couple of roads will close for resurfacing.
Two hurt in three-car crash on A6 at Deadman's Hill near Bedford
Two people were injured with one going to hospital following a collision yesterday (Tuesday).
Road in Brickhill to close temporarily for 14 DAYS for resurfacing
It looks like a road in Brickhill will be out of action during the day from next week.
Wootton barber raises thousands with 24-hour mental health walk at RSPB Lodge
A barber proved his stamina was a cut above the rest as he completed a mega 24-hour charity walk around Sandy's RSPB Lodge.
Deputy Lieutenant's coffee morning raises cash for Dunstable children's charity
A generous £275 was raised for a Dunstable children’s charity at a coffee morning and raffle held in Lilley.