Tributes paid to Bedfordshire’s chief fire officer, who has died just weeks ahead of retirement
The chair of the Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Authority (BFRA) has paid tribute to the chief fire officer, Paul M Fuller CBE QFSM, MStJ, DL, FIFireE, who passed away peacefully this morning…
Borough Council CEO steps down after one month in the job
Bedford Council’s chief executive has stepped down due to ill health after little over a month in the post. Terry Collins was only appointed to the £185,000 a year role in April but by…
18-year-old man charged by police after destroying a swan’s nest and four eggs
Bedfordshire Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested and charged after he destroyed a swan’s nest on Bedford Embankment on Friday evening (4 June). The 18-year-old was also charged with assault…
East West Rail 2021 consultation: how to respond by 9 June
The East West Rail consultation closes on Wednesday 9 June and all residents are urged to give their views on the proposals in the time remaining. Much of the debate has centred around the concerns of residents…
Two from two for 1st XI’s as Bedford Cricket Club’s strong start continues
Bedford Cricket Club’s 1st XI’s posted two dominant victories from two games at the weekend, continuing their strong start to the 2021 season…
Charitable golfers battle the elements to raise over £20,000 for local good causes
Bedford-based charities, Living It Up and CHUMS were the recipients of £9,000 each following a charity golf day at Pavenham Park Golf Club. This year marked the 30th annual…