Bedford School rowing pair win international golds on “The Lake of the Gods” in Switzerland
A pair of Bedford School rowers have won international gold medals on the water for Team GB at the Coupe de la Jeunesse in Lucerne, Switzerland. Ewan and Oliver, who are upper sixth formers…
Bedfordshire palliative coordination service reaches national HSJ award finals
The Bedfordshire palliative coordination service, bringing together Sue Ryder St John’s Hospice, Keech Hospice, and local NHS teams, has been shortlisted for a national HSJ Award…
Letters: Investing for those who come after
There is an old and famous Greek proverb, “A community grows great when people plant trees in whose shade they may never sit.” That simple idea captures what public service should be about…
Letters: Imposing parking charges at Kempston Sainsbury’s would be disproportionate and unfair
We have been asked to publish this open letter to Simon Roberts, Chief Executive Officer, Sainsbury’s, which was sent to him via email earlier today. You can read the letter in full below…
Opinion: Why self-uploaded stories are a direct threat to trusted local news
Automated upload portals might save corporate publishers time and money, but they destroy public trust. Here is why proper ethical journalism will always come first for our readers…
SEVA Trust UK pledges continued homelessness support as Prebend Centre closes
Bedford charity SEVA Trust UK has pledged to continue providing staple food and daily essentials to people experiencing homelessness, despite news that Prebend Street Day Care Centre will close…
Senior Bedfordshire firefighter issues wildfire warning as hot, dry conditions continue
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued an urgent public warning after a deliberate grass fire damaged football pitches in Jubilee Park, as dry weather increases the risk of open fires…
What’s on Bedford: 12 – 23 August 2026
Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford…
Allen brace gives Real Bedford early season victory over potential title rivals
Josh Allen scored twice as Real Bedford made it two wins from two in the early stages of the new Southern League Premier Central season with a 2-0 victory at title rivals, Peterborough Sports…
Rare partial solar eclipse to ‘light up’ Bedford skies this evening
Bedfordians can witness a rare deep partial solar eclipse this evening, with the Moon obscuring around 90 percent of the Sun. Here is how local families can enjoy the event safely…