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From Putnoe paper round to First-Class Honours for Bedford Independent journalist

Former Putnoe paper girl Sophie has graduated with First-Class Honours and a Dean's Award, returning home to Bedford Borough to champion real community stories...

Bedford Independent and Bedford Clanger redact stories to warn “no news is bad news”

The Bedford Independent and Bedford Clanger are redacting parts of their stories today as part of Indie News Week, highlighting what Bedford could lose without independent local journalism...

Bedford Independent unveils website upgrade focused on readers, accessibility and trusted local news

Bedford Independent readers can now access audio versions of stories, improved navigation and clearer journalist profiles as part of a major website refresh. The update includes faster-loading pages...

Bedford’s Everyday Heroes celebrated during emotional awards night

Volunteers, fundraisers, young carers and community champions were honoured at the 2025 Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards at the Quarry Theatre. Hundreds of guests gathered...

Progress Publishing launches newsroom experience for Bedford sixth formers

Following a successful pilot project last year, Progress Publishing is launching a unique and exciting work experience programme for the 2026 summer term. In partnership with Kimberley...

O2-style canopy could cover half of Bedford Park opening door to more events

An O2-style canopy could cover half of Bedford Park under fictional new plans to shield the ground from bad weather while still letting in enough sunlight to keep the grass green...

Bedford Independent editor among first accredited ethical journalists in UK

Bedford Independent editor Paul Hutchinson has gained ethical journalism accreditation through Impress, reinforcing the title’s commitment to trust, accuracy and accountability...

Make your nomination: Celebrate Bedford Borough’s everyday heroes as awards return for a sixth year

Nominations are open for the 2025 Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, celebrating Bedford Borough people who go above and beyond. Ceremony is on Thursday, 07 May at The Quarry Theatre...

Review: Bedfordshire Symphony Orchestra’s first concert of the season

On Saturday, 15 November, audience members at the Corn Exchange were treated to a fantastic first concert of the season from the Bedfordshire Symphony Orchestra (BSO)...

Bedford pride on show as We Are Bedford reaches 100k members

We Are Bedford has hit a staggering milestone this month, soaring past 100,595 members, a number nobody could have imagined when the group first appeared back in 2011...

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From Putnoe paper round to First-Class Honours for Bedford Independent journalist

Bedford Independent and Bedford Clanger redact stories to warn “no news is bad news”

Bedford Independent unveils website upgrade focused on readers, accessibility and trusted local news

Bedford’s Everyday Heroes celebrated during emotional awards night

Progress Publishing launches newsroom experience for Bedford sixth formers

O2-style canopy could cover half of Bedford Park opening door to more events

Bedford Independent editor among first accredited ethical journalists in UK

Make your nomination: Celebrate Bedford Borough’s everyday heroes as awards return for a sixth year

Review: Bedfordshire Symphony Orchestra’s first concert of the season

Bedford pride on show as We Are Bedford reaches 100k members

Bedford YouTuber raises nearly £3,000 in memory of star cat Basil

How Bedford Borough Council repairs local roads and fixes potholes

Bedfordshire Police warn drivers of traffic delays during abnormal load escorts

What’s on Bedford: 9 – 20 September 2026

Bedford School against Rugby School attracts 2,000 fans to Goldington Road

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