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Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards: Volunteer of the Year nominees

In the build-up to the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, we’re taking a closer look at the nominees in each category. Today we’re looking at Bedford...

Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards: Campaigner of the Year nominees

Today we're looking at Bedford Borough's tireless campaigners and giving you a short insight into why they've been nominated. The winners will be announced on 25 March 2021 at 7:30 pm on our website...

What does the 2021 budget mean for Bedford’s residents and businesses?

Following the Chancellor of the Exchequer's budget announcement today, Bedford financial advice firm, Cambria Wealth Management, share their key takes on Rishi Sunak's speech...

Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards: Unsung Heroes nominees

In the build-up to the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, we're taking a closer look at the nominees in each category. Today we're looking at our...

World Book Day – our best reading recommendations for children of all ages

Bedford book blogger James Cross is passionate about getting children reading and sharing his love for books that might have slipped under the radar. Ahead of World Book Day tomorrow (Thursday)...

Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards: Excellence in Education nominees

Winners of the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, will be announced on 25 March 2021 and we can't wait to celebrate their...

NOMINEES ANNOUNCED: It’s almost time to celebrate Bedford’s Everyday Heroes

The Bedford Independent, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, is delighted to announce the nominations for the inaugural Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards 2020. Along with...

Women of Bedford host free talks celebrating International Women’s Day

Based around a theme of 'Educate and Celebrate', the volunteer-led organisation, Women of Bedford, have curated a programme of activities leading up to International Women's Day on 8 March...

Prizes galore in our fabulous festive giveaway…

Roll up, roll up, it's the Bedford Independent's fabulous festive giveaway, with 13 incredible prizes up for grabs. From escape room experiences to afternoon tea, hampers to houseplants...

Bedford Independent announces new ‘Covid Heroes’ award categories

The Bedford Independent Awards may have been postponed due to the pandemic, but it has allowed us to add two new categories, to find the Borough's 'Covid Heroes'. Throughout the...