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Digital mapping service used to help shape Central Beds Council local plan
A digital maps service is being used to identify potential brownfield and greenfield sites for Central Beds Council’s new local plan.
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Stotfold High Street closure has begun - but doesn't apply to the weekend
A road closure in Stotfold has begun to allow for resurfacing works.
Bedford music group to play at Luton’s first ever ukulele festival
A group of ukulele players from Bedford will play Luton’s first-ever festival next month.
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Free summer holiday activity programme returns to Wixams for local families
Four weeks of free summer holiday activities are returning to Wixams to support local families with cost-of-living pressures while providing sports, crafts, and inclusive SEND sessions...
Two Bedford teams to represent England at international Tug of War championships
Two teams from Bedford have been selected to compete at two major international Tug of War events.
Hollywood actor Damian Lewis brings his Sweet Chaos tour to Bedford
British actor, producer and musician Damian Lewis is set to perform live at Bedford music venue Esquires on October 24.
Two Bedford streets off Ampthill Road and Elstow Road to shut for resurfacing
Expect a little bit of pain for a whole lot of gain as a couple of roads will close for resurfacing.
Two hurt in three-car crash on A6 at Deadman's Hill near Bedford
Two people were injured with one going to hospital following a collision yesterday (Tuesday).
Road in Brickhill to close temporarily for 14 DAYS for resurfacing
It looks like a road in Brickhill will be out of action during the day from next week.
Wootton barber raises thousands with 24-hour mental health walk at RSPB Lodge
A barber proved his stamina was a cut above the rest as he completed a mega 24-hour charity walk around Sandy's RSPB Lodge.
Four Bedford rowing coaches receive national commendations for preventing embankment tragedy
Four hero coaches from Bedford School and Bedford Modern School have been awarded Royal Humane Society Commendations for their brave, quick-thinking response to save a...
Phased roads closure in Oakley for pothole repairs
Next week, the council is getting to grips with a couple of roads in Oakley.
Bedfordshire begin red ball campaign with heavy loss at Norfolk
Bedfordshire's red ball NCCA Championship campaign kicked off in the worst possible style with a heavy innings defeat at Norfolk. They lost by an innings and 62 runs, leaving them...
Big stage, big heart: Bedford’s David Litchfield on taking The Bear and the Piano to the RSC
Bedford author David Litchfield talks to the Bedford Clanger about the roller-coaster of emotions as the Royal Shakespeare Company adapts his book, The Bear and the Piano, for the stage...
Row over '£1 sale' of former Debenhams in Bedford as mayor brands claim 'misleading'
An opposition claim that the mayor of Bedford and his cabinet have agreed to sell off the Debenhams building for as little as £1 has been taken out of context, the town’s Conservative administration warned.
Setting the stage for growth as Stewartby-based business unveils new leadership team
Two award-winning Stewartby-based entertainment businesses have announced new leadership appointments which, for the first time, will span both businesses. TAG Live, founded in...
Bedford biker saddles up for 300-mile charity ride to fight Multiple Sclerosis
A Bedfordian is gearing up to cycle from London to Paris next June to raise vital funds for people affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Mike Pearce has been inspired to fundraise...
Rethink branded polo tops as part of my child's uniform, says Bromham Primary School parent
A parent of schoolchildren at Bromham Primary is appealing for a rethink on its branded polo tops policy.
Man charged with stealing street lamps worth £1m across several counties including Bedfordshire
A man has been charged with the theft of 45 street lamps and ornate lanterns with an estimated value of around £1 million.
Police confirm man's death in Bedford was not due to explosion
A man’s death at an industrial unit on Brunel Road, on Thursday (July 23) was not as a result of an explosion.