Police confirm one dead and others unaccounted for following Redwood Grove gas explosion
Bedfordshire Police has confirmed that at least one person has died following today’s explosion at Redwood Grove. In a statement, they also said that some people remain…
Community rallies round victims of Redwood Grove fire
The Bedford community, council, Red Cross volunteers and local MP have all rallied to support residents who have been affected by the major gas explosion at Redwood Grove this…
Police say ‘unauthorised encampments’ could be moved on more often
Bedfordshire Police could move on unauthorised encampments more often, but only if the local authority has provided somewhere for them to go. The chief constable, Garry Forsyth…
BookTastic Children’s Book Festival begins and there’s still time to take part
The 2022 BookTastic children’s book festival begins today, with a week of exciting events designed to inspire young readers in Bedford and beyond. Festival organiser, Rachael Rogan…
Two hospitalised following explosion at Redwood Grove flats
Two people have been hospitalised following this morning’s explosion at a block of flats at Redwood Grove off Elstow Raod this morning (Monday). One has been taken to…
Breaking news: Emergency services in attendance at “major incident” at Redwood Grove
Redwood Grove near Elstow Road is closed and all emergency services are in attendance following a major incident this morning. An eyewitness said there had been a loud explosion…