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Youth Leader volunteers needed for new St John Ambulance cadet unit in Bedford
First aid charity St John Ambulance is appealing for volunteers to join its new cadet unit.
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Road and footpath closures starting in Luton, Dunstable and Houghton Regis this February
We are back with another round up of the closures across our towns that could cause some delays to your journeys, starting next month.
Dunstable family, independent businesses: Hays Travel
By Cllr Peter Hollick, Past Dunstable Town Mayor.
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East West Rail: Bedford council claims it lacks key information about plans
Bedford Borough Council officers and councillors have claimed they do not yet have critical information needed to assess the impact of the East West Rail project through Bedford, during a public meeting with residents.
Former Bedford student to take on three peaks challenge in memory of ‘brilliant’ dad
An adventure-seeking student is taking on the three peaks challenge in under 24 hours, in memory of his dad.
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This £20 heated vest is selling fast as shoppers ditch bulky winter coats (aff)
A heated vest that used to cost £80 is now under £20, includes a power bank, and could be the cheapest way to stay warm this winter
150 cannabis plants seized during drugs bust in Bedford following tip-off
Over 150 cannabis plants were recovered from a house in St Leonard’s Street in Bedford.
24 Hours in Police Custody: Fresh investigation into 'depraved' Bedfordshire paedophile gets spotlight in new episode
A new episode of Bedfordshire Police’s crime series will follow investigators after more victims of a paedophile from Luton came forward.
Block of nearly 50 flats in Bedford on the market for £9.5m
An office block developed five years ago is up for sale.
What's on in Dunstable 2026
As we reach the end of January and the Christmas decorations come down, our attention turns to the exciting programme of free events and activities planned for 2026.
Bins overflowing and staff at Bedford care home forced to carry jugs of hot water, says damning report
A health watchdog has criticised Crossways Nursing Home and given it an overall rating of ‘requires improvement’.
Celebrate Independent Venue Week with special gigs at Luton’s The Castle
People in Luton are being called to support the town’s grassroot music venues with a series of special events at The Castle.
Government ban Baroque masterpiece worth £9m from leaving UK to fund Woburn Abbey refurb
The Government has placed a temporary export ban on a Baroque masterpiece by Claude Lorrain from leaving the UK.
Here are the best parts of Bedford to live if you want some green space
As we all know – if you live in and around Bedford, you’re never too far from some green space.
Watch as this van clocks 128mph during police chase from Bedford
OMG… what an idiot. This driver could quite easily have caused a massive pile-up last night (Monday).
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust pays out over £5m in gynaecology negligence claims
Newly-released figures have revealed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust paid out more than £5.4 million in gynaecology-related negligence claims over the past five years.
Plans for 179 homes on Bromham farmland refused
Plans for up to 179 new homes on Bromham farmland north of Northampton Road have been refused by Bedford Borough Council’s planning committee.
Fire service probe into blaze at building in Bedford's Silver Street
Beds Fire & Rescue is investigating the cause of a blaze in Bedford town centre yesterday (Monday).
Pharmacy sore throat consultations up 80% in Milton Keynes, Luton and Bedfordshire as winter illnesses increase
More and more people are seeking the help of street pharmacists to treat common health conditions without seeing a GP, new NHS figures show.
Housing Matters - January 2026
Have your say on our housing budget Share your views on the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget for the 2026 to 2027 financial year. The Housing Revenue Account is funded through rent and service charges paid by tenants and leaseholders. This budget is ring-fenced, meaning it can only be used...