Bedford man jailed for attempted rape after “life changing” attack
A Bedford man has been jailed for more than five years for attempting to rape a woman in 2021, following a RASSO investigation and conviction at Luton Crown Court…
Bedford Independent meets MPs in Westminster to discuss future of local journalism
The Bedford Independent joined MPs in Westminster to highlight rising UK “news deserts” and discuss how to protect trusted, accountable local journalism. The event, hosted in partnership…
The Big Bedford Swish: community fashion event raises funds for rare neurological condition
A community fashion event in Bedford is aiming to raise awareness and much-needed funds for a rare neurological condition that affects thousands of families across the UK…
Nearly 350 scientists call for reversal of funding cuts to world-class Bedfordshire FAAM research aircraft
Nearly 350 scientists urge the Government to reverse the sudden closure of the FAAM research aircraft at Cranfield, warning of major risks to UK climate and emergency science…
Take part in Bedford’s most popular community clean-up
Rivercare, the annual Embankment community clean-up, is returning this Spring and everyone is invited to take part. The event takes place from 10am – noon on Saturday, 21 March…
Young Bedford footballer heading to Denmark to compete in elite Nørhalne Cup
Bedford’s Shay Taylor is to embark on her first European football experience, after being selected to participate for the invitation only touring squad, Lynx Elite, aided by local business…
Mayor says Bedford Borough Council has “real troubles” as new finance committee begins work
Bedford Borough Council has created a Finance and Improvement Committee to monitor its recovery plan and savings programme, as mayor Tom Wootton warned the authority faces…
Bedford Athletics Stadium staff don their paint brushes to finish “well received” makeover
The sports hall at the Bedford International Athletics Stadium has received a refresh, after local people redecorated the 1,632 square feet over a two-week period, and has reportedly been received well…
Bedford Borough Council chief executive salary band up to eight times higher than lowest pay
Bedford Borough Council’s proposed pay policy shows the chief executive salary band reaching £208,118, around eight times higher than the authority’s lowest salary level…