School robotics clubs given boost by charitable funding
Robotics clubs at Bedford Academy and Bedford School have been given a boost thanks to a partnership between The Harpur Trust and the Worshipful Company of Founders. The funding has enabled…
“I may not live here but I understand the issues” says Mid Beds Lib Dem candidate
The Lib Dem candidate for Mid Bedfordshire said he’s not going to come up with any excuses for not living in the constituency. During last year’s Mid Beds by-election, the Lib Dems pushed the fact that…
Back-to-back British GT Championship podiums for Walker after Spa debut
Alex Walker’s form behind the wheel continued at the weekend as the Bedfordian motor racing star scored a second consecutive podium finish in the GT4S class of the British GT Championship…
New report predicts Universal theme park to generate £50bn for the UK plus thousands of local jobs
The Universal theme park and resort that is proposed to be built on the outskirts of Kempston could generate billions in economic benefit, says a report released today (26 June). And the benefits will be felt…
History made at Riseley Cricket Club as brothers set new records
A pair of brothers who play for Riseley Cricket Club enjoyed a stellar weekend with bat in hand, as individual and team records fell at Riseley in a local invitational cricket league…
Bedford landmarks provide inspiration for Ruth Hogan’s new novel
Bedford’s riverside landmarks provide the inspiration for novelist Ruth Hogan’s latest book, The Phoenix Ballroom, which is launched this Thursday (27 June). Russell Park, the Suspension Bridge and the…