Local News
Expect delays as convoy with abnormal loads travels from Kempston to London
Beds Police are urging drivers to be extra cautious as its Roads Policing Unit will be escorting abnormal loads from Kempston tomorrow (Thursday).
Local messages
Coroner calls on NHS England to issue urgent guidance for GPs following Bedford cancer patient’s death
A senior coroner is calling for NHS England to make significant changes to GP practices after a patient’s previous cancer WAS NOT raised as a red flag.
Bedford's biggest property price drops revealed - and some areas might surprise you
A new report has ranked neighbourhoods across Bedford by year-on-year changes in property prices.
Get Weekly Updates
Get the headlines in your inbox every week.
WATCH: Two adorable red panda cubs born at Whipsnade Zoo
Two tiny red panda cubs have been born at Whipsnade Zoo in a double boost for the endangered species.
Roads across Biddenham to close for resurfacing
Various roads across Biddenham are being temporarily shut for resurfacing and CCTV drainage surveys.
Meet the couple with big shoes to fill as they take over Ampthill pub
A couple taking over a pub in Ampthill have acknowledged they have big shoes to fill as they prepare for their latest challenge.
Level crossing roads in Millbrook and Lidlington to temporarily shut for inspections
If you’re heading out to Central Beds, be warned as three roads will be temporarily closed.
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.
"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.
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...
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.
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.