Bedford Ian writes…
26 September 2025: Still not sh*t, Hugs not drugs, and 2% outrage. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…
“Good news” that Winter Wonderland isn’t returning says Borough Councillor
A Bedford Borough councillor has said it’s “good news” that Winter Wonderland isn’t returning to Bedford Park this year. Cllr Jonathan Abbott (Lib Dem, Clapham and Oakley) asked for a Wonderland…
Need a hug? Head to Bedford for free cuddles this weekend
A local professional cuddler is inviting Bedfordians to join her for free hugs in the town centre this weekend. Samii Wood works as a cuddle therapist offering one-to-one sessions and group…
Bedford Blues’ Rayer: “Good to hear new voices but the proof of the pudding is when we get underway”
With another new rugby union season just around the corner, Bedford Blues’ Director of Rugby, Mike Rayer has been looking forward to the task of building on an excellent runner-up finish…
Bedford women who mean business: “Now or never” how Sherida took a leap into her own business later in life.
When Sherida Carter decided to start her own HR consultancy earlier this year, it wasn’t a move she made lightly. After more than two decades in human resources, she’d built her career…
Bedford Borough Council to “strengthen checks” on temporary housing
Bedford Borough Council says it is stepping up efforts to ensure temporary accommodation offered to homeless residents meets the required standards, after councillors raised…
University of Bedfordshire awarded Bronze for Race Equality Charter
The University of Bedfordshire has been awarded the Bronze Award for the Race Equality Charter (REC), recognising work to advance race equality and build a more inclusive university community…