Bedford Ian writes…
15 May 2026: Lifeblood, Another round, Order order and Electric Avenue. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…
Monthly column: New volunteers hit the river
On a beautiful spring day, new volunteers enjoyed a morning of getting to know each other and their mentors during a BedsGOVET training day, held at Harrold Country Park for easy access…
Letters: The mayor is asking the electorate to judge him on his record – he might as well just resign
In the Green Party, we were interested in the Mayor’s comments about the next election, that “the town should go Green”. Whether he was talking about Bedford or Kempston, he’s right…
Man in serious condition after “violent assault” at Bedford takeaway
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 50s was seriously injured following a violent altercation at a takeaway shop on Midland Road in Bedford. Officers were called to Midland Road…
Huntingdon Races to host ‘Syndicate Night’ encouraging locals into horseracing ownership
Bedford’s nearest horse racing track at Huntingdon is hosting an RSA ‘Syndicate Night’ on Tuesday, 19 May in an effort to boost horseracing ownership. This comes after Huntingdon’s…
Independent panel raises alarm over pace of Bedford council recovery plan
An independent panel has warned Bedford Borough Council its recovery plans show an “optimism bias”, calling for faster delivery and stronger financial management. Yesterday’s Finance and…
Watch: Demolition complete as Bedford prepares for new Queens Bridge
Bedford Borough Council is preparing final design proposals for a replacement Queens Bridge linking Bedford and Kempston after demolition of the old structure was completed…
What does the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire do? The ancient role explained
The role of High Sheriff dates back more than 1,000 years. Here’s what the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire does today, how the role began and why it still matters. Today, the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire…
Bedfordshire’s new High Sheriff wants to champion kindness, volunteers and young people
New High Sheriff of Bedfordshire Ismail Anilmis has pledged to champion kindness, volunteering and opportunities for young people during his year in office. Ismail, a well-known Bedfordshire…