Bedford’s political leaders react as Alistair Burt MP announces he’s stepping down
All sides of Bedford’s political spectrum have been reacting to Alistair Burt MP’s announcement that he would not be seeking re-election as and when the next general election is called. The MP…
International rugby returns to Bedford as Goldington Road announced as Red Roses venue
Goldington Road will be the scene of another international clash between England and Italy this year, having been selected to host the Women’s England V Italy clash on Saturday 23…
Izale brightens a McLeod-y day as as Rovers run riot over Wantage
Kempston Rovers manager Tony Joyce reshuffled his pack following the defeat on Bank Holiday Monday, with injuries and debuts changing the line up, Finlay Brennan was handed a start and…
Alistair Burt MP to step down at next general election
Alistair Burt, MP for North East Bedfordshire, has announced he will not be seeking to go forward as a Conservative candidate in the next general election, saying his views on the way Brexit is…
Bedford Hockey Club gather impressive medal haul over summer
Fourteen-year-old Bedford Hockey Club youngster, Florence Miller, can be very proud of her recent Futures Cup participation. Florence, and her Girl’s Under 15s team, Saxon Tigers, put on a Gold…
BGT stars Dave and Finn entertain the crowds at annual Police Family Fun Day

Thousands of visitors came out ‘in force’ on Sunday 1 September to take part in the fifth annual Bedfordshire Police family fun day…
“It will be spectacular” Bedford’s communities come together for Spectacularts Street Arts Festival
This weekend (7 September) will see the very first Spectacularts Bedford Street Arts Festival which organisers, volunteers, sponsors and participants all promise will be spectacular. The event, organised…