Missing Person: Umar Javaid
Bedfordshire Police say they’re concerned for the welfare of a missing Kempston teenager. Umar Javaid, 18, was last seen in Kempston at 10am on 30 July. He is tall, slim with short hair…
Volunteer with SpectaculArts and help create a legacy for Bedford

For most people Wednesday nights are just like any other, they’ll come home from work, play with their children, make some dinner, perhaps take the dog for a walk, watch a bit of TV and…
Bedford and Kempston MP says cuts to youth offending team funding will prove “fatal”

Bedford and Kempston MP, Mohammad Yasin has warned that cuts to youth offending teams across the UK will prove “fatal” after it was found funding to Bedfordshire’s own youth offending team…
Man charged with theft after chase through Bedford town
A man has been charged with theft and drug offences after a chase through Bedford town centre. Police were alerted when £845 was reported stolen from Debenhams. They apprehended the…
Elderly man airlifted to hospital after Roxton crash
An elderly man was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after a crash near the Roxton Garden Centre yesterday morning (1 August). Police say a white Kia Picanto and a white…
Your Bedford weekend starts here: 2 – 4 August 2019

Outdoor theatre, Champagne and oysters, lots of gaming, street food, live music and Bedford’s WWII secrets are all ready to be discovered this weekend…