‘The friendliest shop in Bedford’ opens offering unique gifts and service with a smile
Bedford’s newest shop not only boasts a range of unique handmade products, but also that it’s the friendliest shop in Bedford. The Arty Giraffe ‘A Really Friendly Shop’ opens…
Monthly column: Celebrating our communities
One of things I am most proud of is the diversity of, and cohesion between, our communities. Last week, thanks to Bedford Islam, we saw Bedford’s first Street Iftar take place. The Iftar is the evening meal with which Muslims end their daily Ramadan fast at sunset, breaking the fast at the time of the call […]
Bedford Blues’ Martina Sharp called up to Slovakia Sevens for European Cup
After a successful season helping Bedford Blues Women gain promotion in their inaugural season, Martina Sharp has won a call up to her native Slovakia for the European Cup…
Changes to government calculations mean additional 12,000 new houses in Bedford Borough
Bedford borough will have to find sites for an additional 12,000 new homes following changes to government calculations, a meeting heard. Bedford mayor, Dave Hodgson told the…