Local Conservatives and Lib Dems blame each other for reduction in school crossings
A political row has broken out over school crossing patrols in Bedford borough, with Conservatives and Liberal Democrats trading accusations over cuts made to the service. Bedford Borough…
What’s on Bedford: 9 – 20 July 2025
Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford…
From bottles to banana peels: Bedford homes to have more recycling options
Bedford Borough Council has announced plans to expand its kerbside recycling services, including a borough-wide kerbside glass collection and a weekly food waste service, starting in 2026…
Air ambulance charity calls on the public to name their new Mascot
The lifesaving charity, Magpas Air Ambulance, has welcomed a recruit in the form of their new Mascot, and the charity is looking for help in choosing a name for it. The air ambulance charity…
National League fixture list released as Bedford Town take on step two
For the first time since the 2006/07 season, Bedford Town are preparing for life at step two of the non-league football pyramid, with the fixture list for the new National League North season released…
Bedfordshire partners come together for Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week
Bedfordshire Police held a multi-agency conference this month, bringing together key partners from across the county for July’s Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week…
Ambulance Trust chair defends closure of Bedford’s Emergency Operations Centre
The chair of the East of England Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST) has defended plans to close its Bedford control centre, insisting the move will not affect emergency services in the area…
Central Beds mother offered £200 after EHCP complaint
A local authority offered a Central Bedfordshire parent of a child with special educational needs and disabilities £200 over a lack of academic support, according to a local government watchdog…