Mayor “disappointed” but East West Rail says they’re actively considering council report
Mayor of Bedford Borough, Tom Wootton (Conservative) has said he’s “deeply disappointed” that East West Rail Co have “made it clear” they won’t look at their choice of the route again after he…
Bedford barber on a mission to cut male mental health issues
A Bedford barber is on a mission to support men struggling with anxiety, depression and stress, and cut the stigma around men’s mental health issues. Christie Turner…
Child deaths rise by almost 50% across Bedfordshire
Child deaths in Bedfordshire rose to 65 between April 2022 and the end of March last year, a rise of 44% since 2020/21 according to a new report. In the last 12 months, there were 45 expected deaths and…
200 march across Bedford calling for Gaza ceasefire
Around 200 Bedfordians marched across Bedford this weekend (2 March) from Bedford Park to Castle Mound calling for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza.
Illegal tobacco and van seized in Midland Road operation
3,500 illegal cigarettes and 5.1 kilograms of hand-rolling tobacco with an estimated retail value of £15,000 and a van have been seized after an operation to tackle the illegal tobacco on Midland Road…