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Police appeal to locate wanted Bedford woman
Bedfordshire Police is appealing for information to help locate Shelly Hoskin, 44, of Bedford, who is wanted in connection with a number of alleged offences...
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Bedford’s Jack Cassidy appointed interim manager of MLS side Portland Timbers
Bedford-born football coach, Jack Cassidy has added another club to his globetrotting repertoire after being announced as the interim head coach of MLS side, Portland Timbers...
Stretch of A1 near Black Cat to close for two nights
A section of the A1 near the Black Cat will be closed for two nights, starting this evening (June 17 and 18).
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Two-storey restaurant in former Flitwick Barclays Bank offered for lease
Following a major revamp of the former bank in Station Road, the building is being offered for lease.
Food hygiene inspectors tell Indian restaurant in Bedford "major improvement necessary"
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has posted its latest food hygiene ratings and it’s not good news for ONE Bedford business.
Bedford named one of the worst train stations for passenger accidents
Whether it’s a slip, trip or fall, it looks like passengers in Bedford are a tad accident-prone.
TikTok mentioned in more than 1,400 crimes reported in Bedfordshire in last three years
New data has revealed how often TikTok has been mentioned in crime reports in Bedfordshire, as the government announces a social media ban for under-16s.
Bedford woman wanted over shop theft and burglary
If you’ve seen her, let the police know.
Police appeal to find wanted Bedford man
Bedfordshire Police is appealing for information to help locate Anthony Burgess, 41, who has links to Bedford and is wanted on recall to prison. Anthony Burgess, 41, who has links...
Bedford motorists urged to switch off engines at station ahead of Clean Air Day
Thameslink operator GTR is urging motorists using Bedford station to switch off their engines while waiting as part of a Clean Air Day campaign. The appeal comes ahead of Clean Air Day...
Police release image of man with links to Bedford wanted for recall to prison
If you’ve seen this man, let the police know.
Stability beckons for Bedford Blues as retained list confirmed
Preparations for the new Champ Rugby campaign are well underway at Goldington Road, as Bedford Blues have confirmed that the vast majority of last season's squad have been retained...
'Loss felt deeply': Woburn Safari Park announces death of wolves Tala and Akela
Staff at Woburn Safari Park have paid tribute after the death of two wolves.
Road in Brogborough to close for FIVE NIGHTS for level crossing inspection
It looks like Station Road, in Brogborough, will be closed most evening from next week.
Bedford Burger King applies to extend licence until 5AM at Interchange Retail Park
Looks like Burger King has been inspired by KFC’s application into the council in April.
Inspectors find expired medicines at care home in Wilstead
A health watchdog has criticised Nichols House and given it an overall rating of ‘requires improvement’.
More than 500 Bedfordshire children linked to crimes mentioning TikTok, data shows
More than 500 Bedfordshire children were victims in crimes where TikTok was referenced between 2023 and 2025, according to police data obtained through an FOI request...
Police urge van drivers to be vigilant after spate of thefts near Kempston Hardwick
Bedfordshire Police are warning car owners following a spate of thefts.
Channel your inner Kate Bush and join in Bedford’s ‘Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever’
The 2026 River Festival is fast approaching, and this year, there is something completely new to get involved in, especially if you are a Kate Bush fan. Bedfordian Suzanne Cottle...
Queen Street car park will be FREE OF CHARGE during summer concerts at Bedford Park
Good news if you’re travelling to any of the concerts at Bedford Park next month.