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Boy finds knives while out playing with his friends in Bedford
A young boy who found some knives while out playing in Bedford, has been praised for his quick-thinking.
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Sturgeon Moon 2025: How to see 'stunning' full moon as it rises over UK this weekend
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Police want to speak to this man who may have filmed fight in Bedford town centre
Police have issued CCTV images of a man who may have filmed an altercation in Bedford town centre.
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Local Conservatives argue council tax was not raised enough under Lib Dems, despite opposition to rises
Bedford Borough Council’s Conservative administration has cited an independent report to argue that council tax was not raised enough under the Liberal Democrats, despite having opposed tax...
Bedford Conservatives once opposed council tax rises - but now say Lib Dems didn’t raise it enough
Bedford Borough Council’s Conservative administration has cited an independent report to argue that council tax was not raised enough under the Liberal Democrats, despite having opposed tax increases while in opposition.
Complaints about Wixams councillors created 'an atmosphere of suspicion, not accountability'
A number of complaints made about Wixams councillors have been resolved with no further action, while others remain under assessment, Bedford Borough Council has confirmed.
Petrol prices: Here’s where to find the cheapest petrol and diesel in Bedford
Petrol prices have gone up again - the last thing we need as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.
Renewed police appeal after motorcyclist dies following M1 collision near Toddington services
Police have issued a fresh appeal after a motorcyclist died following a crash on the M1.
Local charity to celebrate 30th anniversary with “30 for 30” campaign
Local mental health charity Bedfordshire Open Door is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a campaign to raise awareness of the challenges facing young people and to raise funds to continue...
Wixams council complaints” have created an atmosphere of suspicion” as no action taken on some
A number of complaints made about Wixams councillors have been resolved with no further action, while others remain under assessment, Bedford Borough Council has confirmed...
Private security initiative extended for further month after “successful” opening weekend
Peter McCormack, who is leading on the private security initiative in Bedford Town centre, says the first weekend of the trial "worked as a deterrent" and has committed to a further month...
Meet Britain's oldest rail worker - who used to work in Bedford
Meet the man believed to be Britain's oldest rail worker – who has been serving passengers for over 60 years.
Private security pilot in Bedford to be extended for another month as businessman Peter McCormack denies political ambitions
The grassroots figure leading efforts to clamp down on anti-social behaviour in Bedford town centre has denied having any political ambitions, and said he is “OK” with the problems being moved elsewhere.
Police pay rise “welcome” but concerns remain over Bedfordshire’s share
The government announced an additional £120 million in funding to support a 4.2 percent pay rise for police officers, but it remains unclear whether Bedfordshire will receive enough to cover the full cost...
Bright Emotions CIC awarded Sport England grant to deliver Movement is Medicine
A community interest company (CIC) in Bedford has been awarded a Sport England grant to deliver a movement project that is proven to help people reconnect with themselves, manage...
Policing for the people: Why public policing is the bedrock of a safer Bedford
In my most recent column, I wrote about the importance of rejuvenating our town centres, and particularly Bedford Town Centre. I am revisiting this topic again, this month as we’ve now got...
Nearly a third of GP appointments in Bedfordshire took place remotely
Nearly a third of GP appointments recorded in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes in June took place over the phone or online, recent figures show.
‘Incredible turnaround’ for Bedford care service which earns ‘Good’ CQC rating
A specialist Lifeways care service in Bedford, previously rated as ‘requires improvement’, is now Good in all areas.
19-year-old convicted of murder following “brutal and senseless” bus station stabbing
A 19-year-old has been convicted of murder following the “brutal and senseless” stabbing of a 17-year-old boy outside Bedford bus station on 8 January 2025...
Teen convicted of 'brutal and senseless' murder of 17-year-old outside Bedford bus station
A teenager has been found guilty of the ‘brutal and senseless’ murder of a 17-year-old boy outside Bedford bus station.