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Bedford's Oasis Beach Pool will close for good - but mayor defends cash spent on major refurb just months earlier
Bedford’s mayor, Tom Wootton, has been asked if permanently closing Oasis after council cash was spent on major renovations was doing his best.
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Christmas toys 2024: ‘hottest toys’ list revealed and it includes a ‘fart blaster’ and Stitch toys
Santa might be on the hunt for these gifts this year 🎅
Bedford’s Emilio Gay helps Italy to Cricket World Cup qualifying play-offs
Former Bedford School student, Emilio Gay is due to move up north to Durham for the new English cricket season in 2025 but his preparations for the new challenge continued as part...
1,000 reports of anti-social behaviour every month says Bedfordshire Police as it urges Bedford victims to come forward
Anti-social behaviour is a blight on our communities says Bedfordshire Police as it reveals it receives around 1,000 reports every month.
Bromham children’s home approved
Plans to convert a Bromham house to a children’s home have moved forward after borough councillors approved a planning application. The application was for the change of use of 119 Stagsden...
Weather dog owners advice: When is it too cold to walk your dog? Advice on walking dogs in low temperatures
With temperatures having plummeted, bringing snowy and icy weather across the UK, it’s important to keep your dog warm during their walk
What is a dodgy Firestick? How to tell if your Firestick is illegal and what the punishment is
You could land in some hot water 😬
Plans to convert Bromham house to children's home approved despite objections
Plans to convert a Bromham house to a children’s home have moved forward after borough councillors approved a planning application.
Black Friday: the 10 scams shoppers need to watch for as Amazon sales start
Shoppers need to remain vigilant over Black Friday 🚨
Google Shielded Email: how will Gmail feature work, is it free and release date
What a change this would be! 📧
Delivering affordable housing in Bedford still a challenge says council
Bedford Borough Council’s efforts to deliver affordable housing remains a challenge despite its Local Plan 2030 requiring 30 per cent affordable housing on qualifying sites.
Conservative councillor welcomes Labour plans to protect vulnerable Bedfordians during telecare upgrade
A senior Bedford Borough councillor has welcomed new telecare measures for vulnerable people proposed by the Labour government. An agreement between telecom companies and the...
Prolific burglar behind bars after targeting houses across Bedford and Luton
A burglar has been jailed for four years after admitting to FOUR cross-county break-ins.
U-turn by organisers means folding chairs will be allowed at next year's Bedford Park concerts
In a massive climbdown by organisers, folding chairs will now be allowed at next year’s concerts – dubbed the Bedford Summer Sessions.
Bedford Borough Council denies breaking data protection laws after housing interviews held in open
Bedford Borough Council has denied breaching data protection law by holding housing interviews in an open plan office after concerns were raised at a meeting, and that private interview...
No comment, no comment: 24 Hours in Police Custody returns to our screens next week
You know the drill by now: Scary music, a particularly nasty crime, dogged Beds Police legwork, followed by endless utterances of “no comment.”
Free resources until March 2025 with Bedford Borough Business Boost
The Bedford Borough Business Boost is a fantastic free business support programme for Bedford Borough Businesses and Entrepreneurs. The Bedford Borough Business Boost is here...
Bedford Cricket Club continue fundraising with Christmas event for Ruth Strauss Foundation
The cricket season may be well and truly over with the arrival of snow in the borough, but fundraising at Bedford Cricket Club continues into the winter months with a special fundraiser...
Art degrees that pay off: Where creativity meets career opportunities
For students passionate about the arts, choosing a degree can often come with concerns about job prospects. There are numerous art degrees that not only foster your creative expression but...
Fixing browser problems on Mac: Quick solutions for smooth surfing
Are you experiencing difficulties with your Mac browser? The issue might make you feel annoyed, as you may need to proceed with certain activities that cannot wait. But don't worry—there are some...