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New mental health initiative at Bedford Athletic RFC aims to tackle wellbeing stigma in rugby
Bedford Athletic Rugby Club has partnered with local psychotherapist Kerry Batten to provide confidential mental health support for players, promoting wellbeing and breaking...
Bedford Borough Council launches fully funded innovation programme for local businesses
Bedford Borough Council and the University of Bedfordshire have launched a fully funded Innovation & Growth Business Support programme offering expert advice and workshops...
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Picture shared of missing man who could be in Bedford
A picture of a man missing has been shared by police as they believe he may be in Bedford
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service shortlisted for national resilience award
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has been shortlisted for the Resilience and Learning from Major Incidents Award at the national Excellence in Fire and Emergency Awards...
Fire service shortlisted for national award following Cleat Hill gas leak and explosion in Bedford
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has been shortlisted for the Resilience and Learning from Major Incidents Award at this yearâs Excellence in Fire and Emergency Awards.
Rockets, rides and rugby: Bedford Blues fireworks and funfair returns
Bedford Blues Fireworks Display and Funfair returns to Goldington Road this weekend with two dazzling displays, live music, food, funfair rides and VIP hospitality. Tickets online only...
340 homes including duplexes and apartments in Bedford and 150 homes in Cranfield among latest public notices
There are a few interesting planning applications in the works, according to the latest public notices on our site.
Childrenâs shoes to be placed outside Bedford Borough Hall to highlight SEND delays and shortages
Families will lay out pairs of childrenâs shoes outside Bedford Borough Hall on Monday, 03 November (10:30amâ1:00pm) as part of the national Every Pair Tells a Story SEND campaign...
"After my stroke, drawing helped me start again": Survivorâs artwork goes on display at Bedford Hospital
A stroke survivor who was cared for at Bedford Hospital has paid it forward.
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Adorable video shows lions playing with pumpkins to celebrate Halloween at Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire
A video shows animals playing with pumpkins and foraging for food in their Halloween-decorated home at Whipsnade Zoo.
Village pub near Bedford named one of 100 best pubs in the Good Food Guide
The Good Food Guide has announced its top 100 pubs in Britain â and one of ours makes the cut.
Wootton Blue Cross to hold next fundraiser in aid of international football charity
An international charity are continuing their Bedford-based fundraising with another match in November, as Football Academy Noah FC face off against Hope & Faith at Wootton Blue Cross FC...
Letters: A dim view of street light cost saving
In July, Bedford Borough Council dimmed the street lights by 50% to cut energy costs, reduce carbon emissions, and lower light pollution. This decision is already having a negative impact...
Bedford teachers encourage the Borough to sing and dance through the winter blues
Two Bedford performance teachers, founders of Capricorn Performing Arts, are encouraging residents to beat the winter blues by singing and dancing for better mental health and wellbeing...
Legal advice: Inheriting a nightmare
Inheritance Tax (âIHTâ) is currently charged at 40% on the value of an estate when someone dies. This is subject (if available, if full) to the nil rate band threshold of ÂŁ325,000...
"This is our moment to hold them to account": East West to host public meeting in Bedford
Following the news East West (EWR) plans to demolish 10 more properties including the Dom Polski Club and GP surgery, a public meeting has been organised.
Bedford Borough Council launches consultation on future waste and recycling strategy
Bedford Borough Council has launched a public consultation on its new Resources Waste Strategy, inviting residents to share views on the future of waste and recycling before...
Bedfordshire SuperVets raise money for MND with victory in Suffolk
Bedfordshire SuperVets travelled to Bury St. Edmunds and come out victors in a well fought game against their Suffolk counterparts, raising money for Motor Neurone Disease...
Hurricane Melissa: Why the 'supercharged' Category 5 storm approaching Jamaica is so powerful - and dangerous
Scientists say the country will be left with a deep and permanent scar from this âbeast of a stormâ đŞ