PM urges businesses to stand by their workers, promising the govt will stand by them
This afternoon’s coronavirus briefing from the Prime Minister featured less headline-grabbing information, but did seek to give reassurance to…
Murder investigation launched after Bedford man fatally attacked by off-road biker in Coventry
A man from Bedford has sadly died in hospital after he was attacked on Tuesday (17 March) by an off-road biker in Coventry…
BREAKING NEWS: Bedford River Festival and Kite and Motoring Festival postponed due to coronavirus
In the light of continuing uncertainty around the coronavirus outbreak, Bedford Borough Council has taken the unprecedented decision to postpone the…
Free peak-time travel for Bedford’s bus pass holders
Bedford Borough Council has scrapped the £1 charge for bus pass holders travelling during peak hours. The arrangement has been made with bus companies…
Felmersham pub becomes village shop to support community
It’s many years since the village of Felmersham had its own shop, but – in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak – the owners of The Sun pub are taking…
Bedford-born Tom Grennan takes to Twitter to entertain fans
Former St Thomas More pupil, Tom Grennan, is doing what he can to make the best of the current coronavirus situation. Last night (Wednesday)…