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Interview: Club culture with the legendary Colin Curtis
REMEDY has been hosting inclusive dance parties in Bedford since 2025. On Saturday (25 April), they are back at Dom Polski and this time, they have one of the UK’s most influential DJs and...
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New principal announced for Castle Newnham School
A new principal has been announced at Castle Newnham School, tasked with leading the school towards "fully integrated all-through provision" by the next academic year...
'An attack on the safety of every person' £40k of lifesaving equipment stolen from Bedford fire stations
Lifesaving equipment has been stolen from two fire stations in just three days.
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Step up against stalking: Bedford community walk returns this April
An annual walk to raise awareness of stalking and its impact on individuals and communities is taking place in Bedford on Friday (24 April). The Walk Against Stalking is part of National...
Breakthrough for long-promised Wixams GP surgery as £7m funding secured
A long-promised healthcare facility for Wixams is expected to open in 2029 after almost £7 million of NHS capital funding was secured to help deliver the scheme.
Police concerned for welfare of missing man last seen in Bedford
Bedfordshire Police are appealing for your help to find Kieran.
The open plan kitchen in this Bedford home in Waterloo Road is straight out of a trendy interiors magazine
O to the M to the G… I’ve got a proper crush on this house.
Progress Publishing launches newsroom experience for Bedford sixth formers
Following a successful pilot project last year, Progress Publishing is launching a unique and exciting work experience programme for the 2026 summer term. In partnership with Kimberley...
Plans for up to 5,000 new homes between Bedford and Milton Keynes to be given green light by council
A mixed development project for up to 5,000 homes between Bedford and Milton Keynes is being recommended for approval by planning officers.
Police name wanted man following Bedford High Street stabbing
Bedfordshire Police has named the man who is wanted in connection with a stabbing in Bedford town centre. Berrelle Jones of Barton Road, Bedford, is being sought following an...
Eligible patients across Bedfordshire urged to get COVID-19 vaccine top-ups
Eligible patients across Bedfordshire urged to get COVID-19 vaccine top-ups
Police in manhunt for suspect wanted in connection with Bedford stabbing
Police have issued a picture of a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing in Bedford town centre.
“Traffic modelling for Universal Studios didn’t take account of Marston Valley," say ward councillors
Impacts of the Universal and East West Rail projects in Central Bedfordshire are yet to be fully explored by the Marston Vale project developer, warn Conservative ward councillors.
Misunderstanding led to near miss with 108mph passenger train at Millbrook
A van drove on to the wrong side of the railway near Millbrook and parked on lines open to traffic, all because of a misunderstanding.
Bedford golfer Luca Thompson wins prestigious Roehampton Gold Cup
Pavenham-based golfer, Luca Thompson has continued her fine start to a first season in the professional ranks with her first victory in 2026 at the prestigious Roehampton Ladies' Gold Cup Challenge...
5,000-home Marston Vale scheme edges toward green light after eight years
A mixed development project for up to 5,000 homes between Bedford and Milton Keynes is being recommended for approval by planning officers. Applicant O and H Properties Limited’s...
Bedford Ath’s season is over after play-off defeat at Broadstreet
Bedford Athletic narrowly lost their first round promotion play off away to Broadstreet In Regional Two Midlands East, bringing a premature end to the the 2025-26 season...
Review: Good Health Good Wealth turn it up at Esquires
It’s a Saturday night on a bank holiday weekend, so what better way to spend it than partying with Good Health Good Wealth at Esquires. Tonight, the London-based duo are in...
Monthly column: Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford runs weekly welcoming space for all
We are proud to announce the ongoing success of its Welcoming Space, a free weekly initiative designed to support the local community through connection, comfort, and practical resources...
Bedford Town are still not safe after conceding 96th minute equaliser at South Shields
Bedford Town were just moments away from guaranteeing a place in the National League next season, but conceded a 96th minute equaliser at title-chasing South Shields to ensure...