Mayor approves plans for Borough’s first Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) school
Bedford Borough’s mayor has approved plans to proceed towards buying the former St Joseph’s Lower School building to create the borough’s first dedicated Social, Emotional…
19th century shield reveals Bedfordshire’s links to an ancient pilgrimage
If you have ever wondered why the landlocked county of Bedfordshire has three seashells on its flag, then a historic coat of arms up for sale in Woburn next month may provide the answer…
Celebian’s TikTok auto likes: are they safe and do they really work?
TikTok is competitive, and visibility is everything. You’ll find that automation tools have emerged as a popular solution for creators seeking an edge. This analysis cuts through the noise…
Lurke Street car park to be closed for two days to repair shutters
Bedford Borough Council has announced that Lurke Street multi-storey car park will be closed for two days to allow for essential maintenance work to take place. Anyone needing to park…
After 30 years service, David Carter to retire as chief executive of Bedford Hospitals Trust
After 30 years of continuous board-level NHS service, the chief executive of Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has announced his retirement. David Carter has led the…
Monthly column: Looking back at 2025 and forward to 2026
Despite significant financial pressures, we made real progress on a major regeneration project. The Bedford River Valley Park was approved late in 2025 through a Collaboration Agreement…