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Bedford's out of action speed cameras revealed to public, sparking road safety concerns
A publicly published Bedford Borough Council report has revealed that a dozen average speed cameras are currently not working – prompting concerns from councillors that the disclosure could lead to speeding.
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Plans to change use of Bedford pub have returned while third appeal is still being considered
Plans to change the use of a Bedford pub have returned while a third appeal is still being considered
Search for missing 15-year-old Ellie who was last seen in Bedford
Police have issued an image of a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen in Bedford.
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Eight ideas for how to treat your dad on Father’s Day in Bedford
It’s Father’s Day next weekend so we’ve been looking at ways you can spoil your dad on the big day.
Kick off your summer holidays by bringing colour and curiosity to The Higgins
With the summer holidays just around the corner, and families up and down the land donning their thinking caps for things to do, the Higgins in Bedford is front of the queue with a vibrant programme...
Thunderstorm warning issued for Bedfordshire ahead of unsettled weekend
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for possible thunderstorms across Bedfordshire this weekend.
Bedford Radio launches youth project to “empower the next generation of broadcasters”
A local radio station are on the hunt for the town's next young voices as they launch a special six-week youth radio project aimed at uncovering the next generation of broadcasters in Bedford...
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UK weather thunderstorm warning: Met Office map shows when heavy rain is forecast as warning issued
Watch a Met office map showing the times and places heavy rain is expected to hit the UK, as the forecaster issues a thunderstorm warning.
Bedford Blues announce new Commercial Manager at Goldington Road
Bedford Blues may be making some personnel changes on the pitch at Goldington Road, but they are also welcoming new faces in the backroom team, as they welcome Ben Howe...
Bedford Ian writes…
5 June 2025: Crossing chaos, Keyboard cruelty, Attempted delivery, and Ethical edge. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks...
Drivers warned to avoid A1 in Bedfordshire due to road closures next week
A warning of overnight road closures on the A1 has been issued National Highways.
No reporters, no questions, no accountability: Why news deserts are a threat to our communities
Across the UK and beyond, entire communities are being left without access to reliable, local news. These areas, often referred to as news deserts, are increasing in number...
Road remains closed due to ongoing work to fix major water leak in Bedford
The A600 Tinkers Hill road at Shortstown remains closed due to Anglian Water carrying out urgent repairs.
EnergyTown: Classroom game accused of 'brainwashing' UK schoolchildren into accepting fossil fuels
Campaigners have accused the educational game of targeting children with ‘propaganda’ 💻
11% reduction in STIs put down to “investment in high quality services” in Bedford
Investment in high quality contraception and sexual health services has helped to cut the number of new diagnoses of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Bedford Borough by 11%...
Creative and fun family friendly activities for summer at The Higgins Bedford
The summer holidays are fast approaching with the Higgins at Bedford planning a whole host of fun things to do.
Progress made in new and upgraded GP surgeries across the Borough
Plans for new and upgraded GP surgeries across Bedford borough have taken a step forward, with millions in funding now committed to at least one project, although others still face delays...
GPs in Bedfordshire offering 16% more appointments than last year
The number of appointments available at general practices in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes has risen again.
Monthly column: Misogynistic crime is wrong
In this month’s column, Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner, John Tizard, writes about how he is driving system change and long-term prevention to stop violence against women...
“Remain vigilant” say council amidst reports of licensing scammers
Bedford Borough Council is warning licensees to remain vigilant for scammers posing as licensing officers, amidst reports of individuals posing as licensing officials and demanding immediate payment...