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Opinion: It’s great to see deceitful politicians being called out, but new campaigning rules don’t go far enough
This week’s government announcement on tighter rules for political campaign material is, at last, an acknowledgement of something we’ve been saying for years: fake newspapers mislead...
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Bedford women who mean business: A new series spotlighting local female entrepreneurs
Bedford Borough is home to a quietly powerful movement, one led by women who are reshaping the town’s economy, culture, and future. From fashion start-ups to wellness workshops, female...
In pictures: Triumphant final weekend for Bedford Summer Sessions
The final weekend of the Summer Sessions in Bedford Park drew to a triumphant close on Sunday (13 July) as McFly played the last headline slot. Thousands of music fans from all over the...
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Monthly column: Our welfare system needs fixing to support people back into work
The Government claims it is delivering sensible welfare reforms, but in reality, all they have delivered is chaos and yet another U-turn. They have failed to grasp the reforms needed to deliver...
Change coming to Bedford mayoral voting system after close 2023 election
Bedford’s razor-thin mayoral election result in 2023 has been thrown into sharper focus after the government confirmed it is scrapping First Past the Post (FPTP) for mayoral and...
18 people arrested across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire over robbery and theft
Eighteen people were arrested across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire yesterday (July 16) over offences including robbery and large-scale thefts.
Bedford MP stripped of trade envoy position after welfare rebellion
Mohammad Yasin, MP for Bedford, has been removed from his position as the UK’s Trade Envoy to Pakistan in a move understood to be part of a broader set of reprisals by Prime Minister Keir Starmer following a Labour backbench rebellion over proposed welfare cuts.
Hometown tourist: Holiday fun for kids in Bedford this summer
This summer, look no further than Bedford town centre for some great family fun and even feel the sand beneath your feet at a beach in Silver Square. The John Bunyan Museum, Bedford...
World Emoji Day: 10 emojis used differently between generations - and what they mean to Gen Z
The 💀 emoji may be more amused than menacing, depending on who sent it
Police increase patrols in Clapham to combat scourge of discarded screws in the road
Bedfordshire Police has confirmed it is increasing patrols in Clapham after numerous reports of screws being scattered across several roads in the area, causing damage to vehicles...
"My neighbour didn't pick up his dog's poo" Bedfordshire Police reveals inappropriate 999 calls
Complaints about dog poo and council tax are just two of the inappropriate 999 calls Bedfordshire Police have received.
WATCH: Bedford schoolboy Rohan, 14, gets to sing duet with opera star Russell Watson
Celebrity singing star Russell Watson has sung with the likes of Paul McCartney, Sean Ryder, and now - Rohan Regmi.
Bedford and County athletes beat the heat in winning medals at Centenary Championships
Young athletes from Bedford and County Athletics Club were in action at the prestigious English Schools Centenary Championships in Birmingham last weekend (12 and 13 July)...
Disabled passengers and campaigners demand answers over Bedford Station lift delays
After complaints from passengers, councillors and the local MP, and nearly a month out of order, Network Rail says that a lift at Bedford Station should be repaired next week (21 July). The passenger lift on platform 1 of the station has been out of order since 29 June, meaning that anyone with acce...
Fire at children's play area in Bedford
A fire broke out at a children’s play area in Bedford this week.
Spend a day at the beach in double landlocked Bedford
We may be double landlocked here in Bedford – but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a day at the beach.
Watchdog orders Bedford Borough Council to release Fusion contract
Bedford Borough Council has been ordered by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) to release information about the closure of its contract with leisure operator...
Bedford council told it must release withheld Fusion report
Bedford Borough Council has been ordered by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) to disclose information related to the closure of a contract with Fusion Lifestyle Ltd – the company previously responsible for managing leisure services.
Vape laws that could catch you out on your summer holidays this year - see the full list
Vaping rules abroad could catch you out this summer 🚭
Plans for new Lidl supermarket in Bedford dropped from application for 'mixed-use' development
Plans for new Lidl supermarket in Bedford have been dropped from an application for a 'mixed-use' development on land south of Interchange Way, west of Ampthill Road.