Monthly column: Labour leader calls for unity and tough choices as Bedford faces financial storm
Leadership means doing what’s right, not what’s popular, to protect vital services and the borough’s future. The past few months have been among the most challenging I have witnessed during my…
A Pete McKee Celebration: music and art at Esquires
This month, for one day only, the artist and musician Pete McKee invites you to attend a unique event where he will be bringing together his two greatest passions of music and art…
Bellway purchases land in Cranfield for new housing development
Bellway has purchased a 27-acre site in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, where it plans to build 180 homes, including affordable housing, green space and community facilities, with construction…
New Bedford sports injury and physio clinic launched by England Rugby’s Jamie George and physio Rhys Carter
England Rugby captain Jamie George and physiotherapist Rhys Carter have opened a new Carter & George physiotherapy and sports injury clinic in Bedford town centre, offering elite-level treatment to local…
Family Action warns thousands of children across East of England could wake up without presents this Christmas
Family Action warns that thousands of children across the East of England could wake up without presents this Christmas, as its Toy Appeal seeks to bring hope and dignity to struggling families…
Public notices must move with the times: Bedford Independent’s response to proposed licensing changes
Bedford Independent responds to proposed licensing changes, urging reform so councils and businesses can cut costs and reach more people by publishing online…
Former Labour Bedford Borough councillor joins Green Party
Kempston Central and East councillor Caroline White has joined the Bedford Green Party, becoming the fourth Green member on Bedford Borough Council after leaving Labour in 2025…
Costin’s record breaking double helps Bedford Hockey Ladies to huge Upminster win
Two goals from Kate Costin helped take Bedford Hockey Club Ladies 1st XI to a resounding 6-0 victory against Upminster on Saturday (1 November), as she broke a first team record…
Life is sweet for winner of latest #BoughtInBedford £50 voucher
Through our Bought in Bedford campaign, we are sharing the love for our Bedford Indies and giving away a £50 voucher every month this year to one of our readers to spend in their favourite…