Proposals to stop unregulated care home placements welcomed by Bedford Borough Council

Today’s government announcement for proposals to stop children in care being placed in unregulated accommodation has been welcomed by Bedford Borough…
Blues condemn funding decision as Championship Rugby in jeopardy

The rugby community was rocked this morning with the announcement from the sport’s governing body, the Rugby Football Union, that the funding for the…
John Oliver’s Mark Rutherford school photo makes waves across the Atlantic

US TV host, John Oliver may be best known for hosting HBO’s Last Week Tonight, but many Bedfordians remember him when he looked like this…
Bedford College celebrates Stonewall Champion status with Drag Race Queen, Vinegar Strokes

A highlight of LGBT+ month at Bedford College has been a visit from Drag Race superstar, Vinegar Strokes*, one of a number of initiatives organised by…
Ball in aid of baby loss to raise money for Bedford Hospital maternity unit

A couple who went through the heartache of baby loss last year, are aiming to raise £15,000 for their charity, the Hope and Faith Foundation, to improve…
Contentious probate disputes – beyond will validity
In this month’s column, Hannah Johnson, Senior Associate at Woodfines Solicitors looks at contentious probate disputes. When we consider disputes in…
Nominate a tireless campaigner who has made a difference to Bedford

The nominations for this year’s Bedford Independent Awards – in partnership with the Harpur Trust – are flooding in, so don’t miss the chance to nominate your local everyday hero or why not put yourself…
Bedford hockey progress scuppered by Storm Ciara

Storm Ciara scuppered any chance of sport on Sunday, but Saturday saw plenty of action with some great results across Bedford Hockey Club…