Canine Partners charity asks Bedfordians for their help to look after puppies
Canine partners, the national charity that breeds, train and supports assistance dogs, is expanding and urgently needs dog-loving volunteers to help raise and train the next generation…
“We made a mistake”: council promises to replant shrubs after Black Tom planter damage
Bedford Borough Council has admitted that its maintenance team made a mistake while tidying up planters in the Black Tom area of the town, and that they shouldn’t have been strimmed…
Review: Inside Bedford’s Casablanca Hammam spa, bringing an ancient bathing tradition to the town
Stepping away from the bustle of Tavistock Street and into the bliss of Bedford’s Hammam spa, the scent of incense filled the air, along with a soothing melody…
What’s on Bedford: 26 August – 6 September
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…
Wixams Academy axes sixth form as student numbers decline
Just three years after its launch, Wixams Academy has pulled its Year 12 sixth form provision for September due to low enrolment numbers, leaving local families scrambling for last-minute…
Grant Palmer confirm another season of free bus travel for local football fans
Grant Palmer have confirmed the offer of free bus travel for fans of Bedford Town and Real Bedford is continuing for the 2026/27 season. Local fans can either show a valid matchday ticket…
Letters: “Public transport is supposed to serve the public”
I’d like (if possible) for some attention to be brought to the rapidly declining bus service in and around the Bedford area. I’d like to particularly highlight the Route 41 from Bedford to Northampton…