Watch: Drone footage of A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet dual carriageway progress as project hits halfway mark
The £1 billion A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet scheme has reached its halfway mark, with new drone footage showing major progress on the 10-mile dual carriageway linking Bedfordshire…
Great Bedfordian: Jessica Answer
This month’s Great Bedfordian is Jessica Answer, owner and head dye-slinger at Boyds Printworks. Born from the local indie creative scene, Boyds Printworks provides high-quality, sustainable…
Celebration marks opening of new St Francis of Assisi Catholic School in Biddenham
A new chapter for Bedford education as St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School and Preschool officially opens in Biddenham, celebrating faith, community and diversity…
Police called after activists attempt ‘citizen’s arrest’ of Anglian Water CEO
Police were called after environmental activists attempted a citizen’s arrest of Anglian Water CEO Mark Thurston during a protest over sewage discharges and rising water bills….
What’s on Bedford: 15 – 26 October 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…
“The system isn’t working”: Call for change as just 5% of Bedfordshire rape cases lead to charges
Only 5% of rape and sexual offence reports to Bedfordshire Police led to a charge last year. The force says it is improving its response through the national Op Soteria plan and dedicated victim support teams…