Jail sentence for Bedford man after pedestrian injured at unauthorised car meet
A 28-year-old man from Bedford has been sentenced to one year and four months in prison for causing injury by careless driving in Milton Keynes. Issac Osbourne-Walker of Goldington Road was…
Police plea for dashcam footage following attempted fuel theft in Sharnbrook
Bedfordshire Police has asked for the public’s help following reports of attempted fuel theft at an address in Sharnbrook. They are hoping dashcam footage may have recorded the incident…
Murder investigation launched after mother and two children found dead in Great Denham
Bedfordshire Police has launched a murder investigation after three people were found dead at a property in Great Denham. After concerns were raised on Monday (6 July) when the mother…
Twelve Bedford and Kempston burglaries linked to one suspect as police issue summer security warning
One man has been charged with 12 burglary offences following a major county-wide burglary crackdown and manhunt by Bedfordshire Police. Of the 17 offences investigated as part of…
Bedford Borough Council housing team reaches finals of local government ‘Oscars’
Celebrations were in order for housing staff at Bedford Borough Council last month, when they were finalists at the MJ Achievement Awards. Staff were nominated for the Best Council…
Bedford’s Inclusive Performing Arts Festival returns for EVERY BODY
After an incredible inaugural event at last year’s Bedfringe, the award-winning Inclusive Performing Arts Festival is returning this summer with its biggest and most ambitious programme yet…
Cranfield 150-home plan rejected as councillor warns of pressure on ‘failing’ pumping station
Plans for a housing project on a 20-acre site within the Forest of Marston Vale north of Cranfield have been refused, despite being recommended for approval by planning officers…
Bedfordshire CCC qualify for T20 Super 12s despite double Berkshire loss
Bedfordshire County Cricket Club are through to the knockouts of the National Counties T20 despite two losses out of two against group three winners, Berkshire on Sunday (5 July)…
Bedfordshire’s Young Talent takes centre stage at Inaugural YouthTV Aspire Awards 2026
Bedford Academy played host to an inspirational celebration of young people last week, as nominees in the inaugural Aspire Awards were recognised for their extraordinary…