Coronavirus ‘deep dive’ suggests rate of infection decreasing in Bedford
An investigation into Bedford’s coronavirus (COVID-19) rate of infection suggests the Borough is seeing a fall in its R-Number. The two-week investigation by Public Health England and the Joint…
Campaign to save Great Denham Golf Club gathers momentum
A petition to save Great Denham Golf Club has received over 1,700 signatures since it was launched on Friday (3 July). The club is due to close on…
Man jailed after driving to Bedford Station for sex with 14 -year-old boy
A man from Peterborough has been jailed for 16 months after he drove to Bedford Station, expecting to meet a 14 year old boy for sex…
“Thank you, Bedford” says Mayor Dave Hodgson
I would like to thank everyone for playing their part. The last four months have been difficult. We have had one of the highest rates of positive…
Esquires and Quarry Theatre welcome emergency Government grants for the arts
Bedford’s cultural venues – including Esquires and the Quarry Theatre – have welcomed the news that the Government has earmarked £1.57 billion to protect…