Bedford MP says gritting is “falling short of expectations” as council insists crews are out day and night
Bedford and Kempston MP Mohammad Yasin has written to the Mayor raising concerns about reduced gritting and icy roads across Bedford Borough, as Bedford Borough Council…
Monthly column: A step forward for working people in Bedford Borough
The passing of the Employment Rights Bill is welcome news for working people across Bedford Borough. At a time when many families are under pressure from rising living costs and insecure work…
Hundreds of eligible children not claiming free meals at Bedford Borough schools
Hundreds of children across Bedford Borough who are entitled to free school meals are missing out on vital support, with new figures revealing that 865 eligible pupils are not currently receiving…
Free Flood Forum to help Bedfordians prepare for future flooding
Bedford Borough Council will host its 2026 Flood Forum on Thursday, 26 March 2026 at Great Denham Community Centre, helping residents learn about local flood risk, resilience measures…
The 2026 strategies for more Instagram views with fewer posts
Instagram views are the key signal for growth and visibility. Posting every day is not the only solution to get views and reach. You need a solid mindset for this. Research shows the…
Obituary: Martyn Pearson (1954-2025)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Martyn Pearson after a long, bravely fought battle against cancer. Martyn was born in Elstow and showed promise from an early age…
A decade of dancing thanks to Roll Your Own Records
A stalwart of Bedford’s music scene reached a milestone in 2025, as Roll Your Own Records (RYOR) celebrated its 10th birthday in December. Run by Dave Wright and Andy Yearly, RYOR…
Letters: What to do if you find suspected bird flu
Over the Christmas period, I have had the unhappy duty of reporting three dead cygnets to Defra for suspected bird flu. We all do it, including me, but at present I would ask those feeding…
Walking and cycling routes included in plans for 400 Kempston homes
Plans for up to 400 new homes on farmland at Gibraltar Corner, Kempston, have taken a step forward. This follows a formal request from the developers asking Bedford Borough Council…