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Hundreds supported as Bedford Borough health service marks first anniversary
Choose You has marked its first anniversary after helping hundreds of Bedford Borough residents quit smoking, lose weight and improve their health. Choose You began in May 2025...
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Discover a treasure trove of antiques and collectables in the heart of Bedford
If you’re fascinated by antiques, collectables, vintage gems, pop memorabilia and old records, then a visit to one of Bedford’s newer shops is a must.
Investigation under way into fatal police shooting in Bedford
An investigation is under way after a man was fatally shot by police in Bedford on Tuesday (May 12).
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Probe into Bedford garage fire which affected main electrical supply
Beds Fire & Rescue is investigating a garage fire in the early hours of yesterday (Tuesday).
Moggerhanger pair jailed after post office and shop burglary spree
Two Moggerhanger men have been jailed after carrying out a series of burglaries and thefts targeting post offices, shops and businesses across Bedfordshire and neighbouring counties...
Planning officers say no evidence yet for enforcement action on Wilstead site
Residents challenged planning officers at a packed Wilstead Parish Council meeting after works on land near the A6 sparked concerns about possible unauthorised development...
Woman in her 40s arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill in Bedford street
A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill and common assault.
Two men jailed for string of raids on post offices and shops across Bedford
Two men who burgled shops, post offices and a garage across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Essex have been jailed.
'It's going to be a horrid time for a long time' Bedford mayor voices fears over East West Rail construction
Bedford’s mayor has warned the town could face significant disruption during the construction of East West Rail, as the project’s promoters defended the benefits of the route through the borough.
Digital marketing advice: Local SEO for Bedford businesses – how to get found by nearby customers
If you run a business in Bedford, there is a fair chance you have asked yourself some version of the same question: why do some firms seem to appear everywhere online while others, just as good if...
Hybrid car catches fire at business park near Bedford
A crew from Bedford was called to an accidental fire at Thurleigh Airfield Business Park.
Emilio Gay earns England call-up for first test against New Zealand
Bedford's Emilio Gay has been rewarded for a fine start to the new County Championship season with a first ever England call-up for the first test against New Zealand beginning on...
Monthly column: Why is it so important to celebrate Heritage Days?
The Polish community has shaped Bedford for generations. Long before Poland joined the European Union, Polish families were helping build the town’s industries, communities and cultural identity...
Mayor warns Bedford faces ‘horrid’ disruption during East West Rail construction
Bedford’s mayor has warned the town could face significant disruption during the construction of East West Rail, as the project’s promoters defended the benefits of the route through the borough...
Fishing boat wreck donated to help train accident investigators at Cranfield University
The wreck of a fishing vessel which capsized, killing three crew members, has been donated to Cranfield University.
Tiny Bedfordshire village could 'go dark' as street lighting cost soars by 4,400%
Parish councillors in Tingrith are set to blow a fuse after it emerged the four LED street lights in the village are about to cost £9,000 a year, instead of the annual £200 cost until now.
Person hit by train between Bedford and Luton
A person was hit by a train in the early hours of today (Wednesday).
Aylesbury Road incident ends in tragedy as man shot by police gunman
Bedfordshire Police has confirmed that a man at the centre of an incident on Aylesbury Road has been shot by armed officers. Emergency services were initially called to a property...
Man dies after being shot by armed police in Bedford
A man has died after being shot by armed police in Bedford today (Tuesday).
Man charged with multiple offences after police chase ends in Ampthill
Three separate police forces came together to bring a driver to a halt.