Bedford cannabis factory ‘dismantled’ as part of national operation
A Bedford cannabis factory has been dismantled, as part of a national operation that has seen eight men and two other factories dismantled in raids across Bedfordshire, Warwickshire and Northamptonshire…
Bedford children’s author offers tips and inspiration to young writers
Bedford children’s author and illustrator David Litchfield has been helping young writers develop their own short stories on a visit to Castle Newnham School this week. Year 3 pupils at the school…
Bedford man charged with burglary pleads “not guilty”
A man from Bedford has been charged with a number of theft and burglary offences. Jermain Bennett, 32, of Goldcrest Way, Bedford, was charged with several offences including theft from…
Covid still impacting housing provision across Bedford Borough
The lack of available tradespeople and the rising cost of materials are delaying property owners from trying to bring empty homes in the borough back into use. Tracey Barrett, team leader…
Works starts on upgrades to Bedford Park’s play area
An upgrade of Bedford Park’s play area has started, with the Mayor saying it will create a “really exciting and inclusive play area”. A range of new fairytale-themed equipment is being installed…
Real Bedford announce new partnership with Bedford Ladies and Girls FC
Bedford FC are now officially Real Bedford and have now announced a new partnership with Bedford Ladies and Girls at McMullen Park…
Final consultation on 23,000 homes across Bedford Borough launched
Bedford Borough Council has launched its Local Plan 2040 for the next and final stage of the borough-wide consultation which includes building around 23,000 new homes. Local Plan 2040…
Four local charitable and voluntary organisations to receive share of £47,000 grants
Four Bedford Borough charitable and voluntary organisations are to share £47,000 in grants. The Trustees of the House of Industry Estate Management Committee rapidly approved…