Bedford Blues battle back to edge Doncaster Knights on Halloween
Bedford Blues battled back from a 15-0 deficit to triumph 36-32 against Doncaster Knights at Goldington Road on Friday night, with a Dean Adamson brace among five Bedford tries…
Bedford Ian writes…
31 October 2025: Off track, Overexposed party, Indie spirit, and Need for speed (sign). Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us…
Eighty dogs rescued from Bedfordshire property after owner becomes overwhelmed
The RSPCA has rescued 80 dogs from a Bedfordshire home after breeding spiralled out of control. Officers say the overwhelmed owner cooperated fully, and the animals are now in safe care…
Richard Fuller MP joins calls for action over screws scattered on local roads
Bedford MP Richard Fuller is urging residents in Clapham and Oakley to report incidents of screws being thrown across roads, following ongoing police investigations…
Bedford Borough’s green bin collections to take winter break from 1 December
Bedford Borough Council reminds residents that green-lidded garden waste collections will pause from 1 December to 28 February, with services resuming in March. The garden waste service runs annually…
Brother says ‘Melvin was failed by the system’ as jury says failings at HMP Bedford may have led to inmate’s death
A jury has found that failings at HMP Bedford may have contributed to the death of 42-year-old Melvin Grant, whose brother says he was “failed by the system that was supposed to keep him safe”…
Bedfordians urged to have a respectful and safe Halloween and Bonfire Night as police add extra patrols
Bedfordshire Police issue safety advice and increase patrols ahead of Halloween and Bonfire Night, urging residents to celebrate responsibly and respect others. Bedfordshire Police is preparing…
Say hello to 90s nostalgia with re-imagined modern shoot ’em ups at Putt Putt Social
Putt Putt Social, situated in the middle of the town centre, is introducing yet another spectacle to their vast array of games, so we sent our Sport Editor, Tom to go and check out the action…
Bedford’s Christmas Tree Festival marks 25 years of fundraising and festive joy
Bedford’s Christmas Tree Festival celebrates its 25th year with 70 decorated trees, live music, and festive events at St Paul’s Church, raising funds for local charities…