Jail for sexual abuser who left teenager feeling like a “prisoner in her own home”
A predator who left his victim feeling like a “prisoner in her own home” has been jailed for three years for sexual assault. Wright Tebeck approached the teenage girl he knew while she was working in her front…
Paula Radcliffe Way road works to be completed by 15 December
Motorists will have cause for pre-Christmas celebrations as the Paula Radcliffe Way roadworks enter their final phase, with completion scheduled for Friday, 15 December. In addition, extra signage will…
Bedford Tigers to host first ever wheelchair rugby league match
Following a successful launch in the summer, Bedford Tigers take their new venture into wheelchair rugby one step further this weekend as they host Sheffield Eagles at the University of Bedfordshire on Saturday…
A little energy can save a lot
Did you know you could save £100 each year just by turning your heating down ONE degree? By making some small, simple changes you can save money on your household energy…
Bedford Town extend unbeaten run with victory at Hertford
The Eagles made it thirteen unbeaten in the league with a big away win against a high-flying Hertford side, with goals from Ryan Blake and Carl Mensah securing the win…
Council and Network Rail at loggerheads over responsiblity for flooding under Clapham bridge
Bedford Borough Council says it has been left with no alternative but to take legal action against Network Rail regarding ongoing flooding issues under a railway bridge in Clapham. However, Network Rail maintains…
Planning inspector raises concerns over 2040 Local Plan
The Planning Inspectorate has raised concerns about Bedford Borough Council’s new Local Plan, saying that there is a shortfall of “at least 2,000 homes”. In a letter published today, Inspector Darren McCreery…
Letter to the Editor: We will be paying for Mayor’s “spending spree” for years to come
In a recent article (Bedford Independent, 2 November), the Mayor tried to defend his reckless spending spree funded by a staggering £53m of borrowing; the equivalent of over £280…