Election count “shambles” – Bedford Borough Council criticised for delayed results
Bedford Borough Council has come under fire for their organisation of this years local election count, which has been described as a “shambles”. There have also been questions…
Police investigating as Bedford Independent receives death threats
Bedfordshire Police are investigating after death threats were made to online news desk the Bedford Independent, after we reported on a court case in which five people were found guilty of murder…
Bedford travel agency continues raising funds for Debbie’s Daisy Chain
A Bedford travel agency has vowed to continue raising funds for a local woman who suffers from Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The team at Eagle Travel are continuing to support Debbie Burrells…
Bedford rail users asked how they’ll spend £80k compensation
Govia Thameslink (GTR) have announced that Bedford Station will be given £80,000 extra funding as ‘compensation’ for being one of the worst affected by the…
The Bedfringe 2019 brochure is live
Bedfringe 2019 have released their brochure, and it’s looking fantastic. This is the 13th Bedfringe and the brochure’s 40 pages of acts show the team haven’t compromised on…
Polam Nursery celebrates outstanding ‘hat-trick’
Polam School in Bedford has been judged ‘outstanding’ in all areas of its registered nursery provision for the third inspection in a row.
Letters to the editor: Give Dave an OBE
Regarding your story about Dave Denton (81-year-old Bedford window cleaner honoured at surprise party) This chap is an inspiration to the younger generation…
Your Bedford weekend starts here: 10 – 12 May 2019
Pack away the brolly, the weather forecast is looking great, so get out and about with our top tips for your perfect Bedford weekend…