Wild celebrations at McMullen Park as Real Bedford secure another league title
McMullen Park saw wild celebrations on Tuesday night after Real Bedford secured back-to-back league titles and the Spartans South Midlands Premier Division championship after their 2-0 win against London Lions…
U-turn on Kempston schools merger following public consultation
The trust that runs Daubeney Academy and Kempston Academy has confirmed that both will remain open following a public consultation into a merger – and a nearly £5m investment from Bedford…
Letters: Why should I pay to cover “open space” charges for other areas?
As a resident of a new estate in Wootton, I pay an estate management charge which includes the management of the open spaces on my estate. Developers can use management companies…
Oakley author hits the road to sign copies of her book at charity craft fair
An Oakley businesswoman who recently published her first novel will be signing copies of Finding Clara at the Oakley Craft and Gift Fair in aid of Save the Children this Saturday. Lesley Anne Brown published…
“Dream come true” as Bedfordian selected as face of Collection beauty brand
A woman from Bedford has been chosen from over 300 applicants to become one of 14 ‘new faces’ of a cosmetics brand that champions everyday beauty. Bedfordian Vicky Flint said it was a “dream…
Russell Park ‘Time Gardens’ to become vibrant sensory oasis
Funding from the East London Foundation (ELFT) NHS Trust has kickstarted a project to refurbish the Time Gardens at Russell Park to create a sensory-rich environment for visitors – and nature…
Unlock extra space: How self-storage can be your seasonal saviour
Do the changing seasons bring a wave of clutter crashing into your home? Winter coats threaten to topple in closets, holiday decorations overflow the attic, and pool equipment takes up precious…