Bedford School announces launch of international girls’ school in India
A partnership between Bedford School and the Doon International Education Society will see a brand-new, purpose-built school open its doors in April 2026 in Mohali, India. It signals the launch of Bedford School’s first international…
Letters: “We witness daily young people’s disengagement with officialdom”
I am writing regarding the article PCC says police can’t deal with crime if people don’t come forward and report it. John Tizard is a good man and I have met him on a couple of occasions. So, I know when he talks about his desire to…
Bedford Hockey Masters side secure place in English Plate final
A victory in the semi-finals of England Hockey’s Masters Club Championships secures Bedford Hockey Club’s Women’s Over 45s a place in the Plate finals at Lee Valley Hockey Stadium…
New pothole machine could transform road repairs in the Borough
A new pothole machine will give Bedford Borough Council a “great start”to repairing roads this spring and summer, a meeting heard. The Rural Affairs Committee (3 April) heard that the council will shortly be taking delivery of a…
Mayor describes Rivertree Free School as “a vision for inclusion and excellence”
Bedford’s newest school has been described as “a vision for inclusion and excellence” by Mayor Tom Wootton, who said he was “filled with pride” to visit the Kempston site. The Mayor of Bedford Borough and Cllr Jane…
Already relegated Bedford Ath finish season with big Southend win
Already relegated, Bedford Athletic finished their Regional One South East campaign with a 52-33 win at home to Southend, finishing the season on a high note outscoring their…
Monthly column: Transforming our Family Hubs to better serve Bedford Borough residents
It is important that the Council continues to review and update its services to better serve residents across the Borough because, over time, patterns, people and needs change. That is why we are transforming our Family Hubs…