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Man accused of triple murder in Great Denham admits gun charges
A man accused of killing a mother and her two young children in Great Denham has admitted unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition in South Africa.
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"Major opportunities passed Bedford by and places like Rushden Lakes surged ahead": Mayor defends Mayes Yard project
Bedford’s mayor has attacked councillors who think the Mayes Yard project won’t fully get off the ground.
Community pulls together to give disabled Dunstable boy an unforgettable birthday
The Dunstable community has pulled together in spectacular fashion to give a disabled boy a birthday celebration his mum says she will never forget.
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37 Central Bedfordshire schools awarded Eco-Schools Green Flag status
Schools across Central Bedfordshire are being recognised for their commitment to sustainability.
CIC given nearly £20k from National Lottery to deliver SEND families project - and the 1st is in Bedford
A Bedfordshire-based CIC (community interest company) has been awarded £19,865 from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Green Flags flying high at Central Bedfordshire schools
Green Flags flying high at Central Bedfordshire schools john.day Tue 08/09/2026 2:52pm 8 September 2026 Schools across Central Bedfordshire are being recognised for their commitment to sustainability, with 37 settings achieving Eco-Schoo...
To the Batcave: New dual carriageway at Black Cat boasts a tunnel Bruce Wayne would be proud of
Holy wildlife preservation, Batman, this is amazing...
Closures on A1 and A421 this weekend for Black Cat works
Motorists can expect closures on the A1 northbound and A421 this weekend.
Another bin set on fire as Kempston arsonist strikes again
It looks like yet another bin has been deliberately set on fire in Kempston.
This Victorian home on the edge of Bedford's Castle Quarter has a summerhouse in the garden
What a gorgeous house… I’ve been meaning to feature this beauty for little while.
Free personal care items at Bedford maternity ward thanks to Little Nest
Essential items for families and newborns will now be available at Bedford Hospital's maternity unit.
Police release CCTV image of man they want to speak to following Bedford High Street assault
Do you recognise this man?
Driver rescued after car ends up in a ditch in Bedford
One driver had a lucky escape last night (Sunday) after a car landed on its side in a ditch.
We can't just arrest our way out of drug dealing: Former 24 Hours police officer speaks out following county lines case
A former detective sergeant for Bedfordshire Police has spoken out about how best to tackle drug dealing and drug use in the county.
Road to shut for over three weeks as part of A428 Black Cat project
A road near the A428's Black Cat roundabout will be closed for over three weeks – with a diversion time of around ten minutes.
Suspected drink-driver nicked at Aspley Guise farm for possession of class A drugs
A man was arrested yesterday (Sunday) on suspicion for a raft of offences.
Conservative Group leaders across MK, Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire write to Prime Minister calling for devolution boundary rethink
Six Conservative Group leaders of councils across the Midlands have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham calling for a rethink of the devolution boundary.
Five Bedfordshire employers listed among those failing to pay minimum wage
Five Bedfordshire businesses are on a Government list of employers named for failing to pay their staff the National Minimum Wage.
Cranfield University nominated for accolade as part of awards known as the Oscars of higher education
Cranfield University has been nominated for an accolade as part of awards known as the Oscars of higher education.
Planned strike action suspended at Bedford Movianto NHS warehouse
Strike action by 120 Bedford workers at specialised medical warehousing company Movianto, has been postponed.