Bedfordshire’s emergency services issue stark warning ahead of lockdown easing
Bedfordshire NHS, Police and Local Authorities have issued a stark warning to people ahead of lockdown restrictions being eased this weekend. While pubs and restaurants will open…
Working women at centre of Bedford’s high coronavirus infection rate report
A ‘deep dive’ investigation into Bedford’s coronavirus pandemic is showing there are higher rates of infection in working age women. A Council meeting yesterday (Thursday) looked…
Pop up ‘house gallery’ opens to showcase local Bedford artists
A Bedford artist has opened a gallery in her house, to safely showcase local artists’ work throughout lockdown.Shân Edwards teaches ceramics at…
Govt funding not sufficient to plug gap left by coronavirus says Bedford Borough Council
Bedford Borough Council has broadly welcomed the new support package announced by Local Government Secretary, Robert Jenrick, but has warned that…
Can you help solve the mystery of the 40-year-old photos?
Photographs taken on a vintage camera, bought at a charity shop, have sparked a hunt to find the original owner. Photographer, David Clarke and his…
1,227 confirmed coronavirus cases in Bedford as pillar 2 data added to daily figures
A more accurate picture of the number of coronavirus cases in Bedford and the rest of the UK is now being reported by Public Health England. And while it…
Customer safety “top priority” as Bedford pubs reopen tomorrow
Bedford publicans opening their pub doors tomorrow (Saturday) have reassured anyone looking for a pint and something to eat that safety is their “top priority”. Various ‘non-essential’ businesses…