Everyday Heroes 2025 nominations extended as BRASS named charity partner
Nominations for Bedford’s Everyday Heroes Awards are extended to 8 March, as organisers announce BRASS as this year’s charity partner in tribute to Brian Cunningham…
“There are still important questions to be answered” say Bedford Blues as rugby reacts to Prem ringfencing
Bedford Blues have acknowledged the “game needs change” but “there are still important questions to be answered”, after the Rugby Football Union (RFU) confirmed an overhaul to the professional game…
Sevenfold difference in parish council tax precepts across Bedford Borough
Parish council tax charges for 2026/27 show significant variation across Bedford borough, with some villages charging more than seven times as much as others for a Band D property…
John Bunyan Community Boat launches new cruise for 2026 season
From April, the John Bunyan Community Boat will return to the River Great Ouse with a programme of popular cruises through Bedford’s countryside, as well as something new…
Luca Thompson “will compete for a win in the future” after impressive European Tour debut
Bedford’s Luca Thompson says she is “ready to compete for a win” after an excellent showing on her Ladies European Tour debut in the NSW Open at Wollongong Golf Club…
Review: The Howlers bring their desert rock to Bedford Esquires
It might be a typical rainy February evening in Britain outside, but the punters inside Bedford Esquires for The Howlers gig are feeling like cowboys in a Texan ranch as the band brings their desert…
Bedford Ath lose ground on the top after Northampton Old Scouts defeat
Bedford Athletic were well beaten away to Northampton Old Scouts by 37-15 on Saturday (28 February). Once again, the Bedford team found the challenge of a top three side too hot to handle…
Council-funded Bedford and Kempston regeneration projects “put on hold”
Council-funded regeneration projects in Bedford and Kempston town centres have been put on hold, according to an update report published this week. An Executive decision taken on 25 February…
Mayor hits back after Lib Dems warn proposed council constitutional changes could limit public voice
Lib Dems say the Mayor wants to “silence the public” as a leaked document reveals proposed constitutional changes. The Mayor says the review will improve governance. The document, seen…