Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards: Volunteer of the Year nominees

In the build-up to the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, we’re taking a closer look at the nominees in each category. Today we’re looking at Bedford…
Watch: Bedford musician wows judges on Sweden’s Got Talent

A former Mark Rutherford and Sharnbrook pupil has wowed the judges on a Swedish TV talent show, reaching an audience of over 1 million people. Saxophonist, Dan Blaxx, 36…
UoB celebrates female history at the heart of its campus for Women’s History Month

As part of its activity during Women’s History Month, the University of Bedfordshire (UoB) is shining a spotlight on the inspiring women who have given their names to important components of its Bedford and Luton campuses.
Food strategy created to help Bedford tackle ‘urgent’ obesity issues

Residents could be encouraged to grow and cook their own food to help Bedford borough reduce obesity. Councillors fear that the coronavirus pandemic has only made matters…