Breaking News: Bedford Town announce Harry Smart as new manager
Bedford Town have announced Harry Smart as their new manager. Smart, who worked as Lee Bircham’s assistant manager last season, takes the step up to lead the Eagles into their second season…
Monthly column: East West Rail – Bedford Borough must be heard clearly, but decisions are not made locally
East West Rail is one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Bedford Borough in a generation. It has generated strong and often deeply divided views across our communities, particularly…
New 47-home proposal lodged for Willington site after failed appeal
Developers have submitted fresh plans for up to 47 homes on land in Willington, despite a similar scheme being refused and later dismissed on appeal. The outline application for land off…
Letters: “We have lived in Kempston since 1998 and the buses just get busier”
The letter from Stagecoach states that less than 80 passengers a day use the 53 and that there is an 11 per cent drop in bus usage. I think that Stagecoach needs to look at the accuracy…
King approves appointment of Professor Gurch Randhawa as Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire
The new Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire has been appointed by His Majesty The King, with Professor Gurch Randhawa DL succeeding Chris Sharwood-Smith MBE DL in the role…
Revised 330-home scheme for Salph End submitted after earlier refusal
Plans for up to 330 homes on farmland at Salph End, near Renhold, have been submitted to Bedford Borough Council. The proposal, on around 21 hectares of agricultural land between…
Bedford woman wanted in connection with series of shop thefts
Police are appealing for help to locate a Bedford woman wanted in connection with a series of shop thefts. Officers are trying to trace Daniella Capone, 39, from Redwood Grove…
“Shambolic”: Real Bedford manager Rob Sinclair laments key penalty decision in play-off final
Real Bedford manager, Rob Sinclair has commented on the penalty decision in the 90th minute of their Southern League Premier Central play-off final against Spalding United, calling the decision…
Pop’s outsiders: Mozart Estate and Grubby Mitts set for Bedford Esquires show
There will be a chance to glance at a cult figure from the history of British indie music at Esquires this month as Lawrence and his band Mozart Estate share the bill with Bedford’s own…
Monthly column: Delivering for Bedford Borough by investing in opportunity
As a local Council, we are proud to be a force for growth, helping to drive prosperity across Bedford Borough. That means championing major investment and attracting new opportunities…