Third time’s a charm as Eagles legend Rene Howe returns to Bedford Town

Rene Howe returns to Bedford Town for a third spell to help the Eagles stay in Step Three of the football pyramid…
Tributes for Kempston woman after Kimbolton Road collision

The family of Debra Swindle, 57, who died following a collision in Bedford last week have spoken of their, “loving mother, nanny, daughter, sister, partner and dear friend”. Debra, 57, from Kempston…
Delayed Bedford Borough Council audit “disappointing”
The publication of Bedford Borough Council’s audited final statement of accounts has been delayed by the auditors’ staffing issues, a meeting heard. Julie McCabe, the interim…
Giant inflatables and ‘gaming bus’ lined up for SEND family fun day

A free family fun day, aimed at children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) up to the age of 25, is being held by the Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum…
Rail passengers advised to travel “only if absolutely necessary” during industrial action

Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), is advising passengers to travel only if absolutely necessary during industrial action in December. Planned strikes by the RMT Union on 13 and 14…
Morris dancers’ Mummers Play pits good against evil in post-pandemic tale

Bedford’s Red Cuthbert Morris began the festive season with two sets of performances in the town, including the return of their Mummers Play on 1 December. According to..