More than 100 treated after Bedford train crash as eight remain critical
British Transport Police say more than 100 people have received hospital treatment following Friday’s fatal train collision near Bedford. Fifty-three remain in hospital and eight are in a critical condition…
Recovery teams begin complex operation to remove damaged trains in Bedford train collision
Network Rail has revealed the scale of the recovery operation following Friday’s fatal train collision near Bedford, with engineers building access roads and crane platforms before damaged trains…
GLL grants reach 47 Bedford-based athletes as part of Sports Foundation Awards
A 15-year-old showjumper and a 52-year-old pole vaulter are among the latest cohort of the GLL Sports Foundation awards, as the Borough’s leisure provider hands out its latest funds…
Ampthill Road closed for a week as Bedford train collision recovery continues
A section of Ampthill Road near the Bedford train collision site will remain closed until at least 28 June as recovery, repair and investigation work continues. Bedford Borough Council…
Bedfordshire MPs react as Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
Bedfordshire MPs have reacted after Sir Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Labour leader and Prime Minister once a successor is chosen this summer. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street on Monday…
Bedford Indies: The Store
This month’s indie spotlight is on The Store, Bedford’s zero-waste shop on St Cuthbert’s Street. It was opened in 2019 by Rosanna Heasman, with the aim of reducing single-use…
Rare red extreme heat warning issued for Bedford as temperatures could reach 40°C
Bedford is included in a rare red extreme heat warning, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 40C and officials warning of health risks, travel disruption and water safety dangers…
Queen’s Park Westfield rise to second after tight win at Ickwell
Queen’s Park Westfield are up to second in the Bedfordshire County Cricket League Premier Division after sneaking home to a 10-run triumph at Ickwell on Sunday (21 June) in the seventh round…
Warning over dangers of river jumping as hot weather draws crowds to Great Barford
A Bedford Borough councillor is urging young people to think twice before jumping into rivers and open water, warning of the dangers of cold water shock and hidden hazards…
Helpline launched for passengers and families affected by Bedford rail collision
East Midlands Railway has launched a dedicated helpline for passengers and families affected by the fatal train collision near Bedford, with support, refunds and compensation…