Bedford Ian writes…
5 December 2025: Street stupidity, Christmas sparkle, Giddy for Grennan, and Point proven. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us…
Kerbside glass recycling launches across Bedford Borough and food waste caddies confirmed
Bedford Borough launches kerbside glass recycling in orange lidded bins and prepares for weekly food waste collections from March 2026, cutting waste and boosting recycling…
Monthly column: Democratic accountability for policing matters
On 13 November, the Home Secretary announced that the role of elected Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) will cease to exist from May 2028, and that there will be new governance…
Gallery: Forest of festive colour marks 25 years of St Paul’s Christmas Tree Festival
St Paul’s Church in Bedford marked 25 years of its award-winning Christmas Tree Festival with 70 decorated trees, 46 choirs, competitions, a café and a photo gallery, all in support of…
Castle area pharmacy and pizzeria break-ins not connected say police
Police are appealing for information after Kidman’s Pharmacy in Castle Road and Santaniello’s Pizzeria in Newnham Street were broken into overnight, with charity boxes believed to be the main target…
“Critical month” ahead for Bedford Borough warns mayor
Bedford’s mayor has warned that there is a “critical month” ahead as councillors question whether the authority may need Exceptional Financial Support. Bedford Borough Council may be…
Bedford organisations work together to offer ‘Men Get Active’ community programme
Hawaa Empower, GLL and Beds RCC have collaborated to bring new community sporting sessions for men as part of a ‘Men Get Active’ scheme, beginning at Bedford International Athletics Stadium…
Fans, venues and local heroes shine in Bedford’s “love letter” to Tom Grennan
Bedford fans, businesses and community groups star in a new Tom Grennan ‘Remind Me’ video, created by Cuffe & Taylor ahead of his 2026 Bedford Park homecoming…