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Former detainees return to Yarl’s Wood to protest 20 years of forced detainment

Former detainees of Yarl's Wood have returned to the immigration removal centre (IRC) in Thurleigh to protest its continued operation, 20 years to the day that it first became operational. Protesters...
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East West Rail 2021 consultation: how to respond by 9 June

The East West Rail consultation closes on Wednesday 9 June and all residents are urged to give their views on the proposals in the time remaining. Much of the debate has centred around the concerns of residents...
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The trains that will operate EMR Connect ar known as Class 360's

Major East Midlands timetable changes to come into force on 16 May

While some people have had to maintain their commute from Bedford by rail during the pandemic, many more will be returning to the railways in the coming months as Covid-19 (coronavirus) restrictions are eased...
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The Color Purple

Must watch films that support Black Lives Matter

A long-overdue movement is happening across the world for the rights of Black people and every single human being who has faced discrimination due to their race. We must acknowledge...
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Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Two throw-back films to help stay positive and improve your mental health.

In these unprecedented times, it is safe to say that the mental health of many Bedfordians is suffering. It is hard to think about our own mental well-being when we are concerned about loved ones...
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Competition: your chance to win a hand-lettered map of Bedfordshire by Jen Roffe

We might not be able to explore the beautiful county of Bedfordshire as much as we'd like right now, but Explore Bedford have a competition that we're...
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March 2020 online sales

Bedford shops fighting coronavirus slow-down by going online

Bedford shops are finding that it's a lot easier to embrace modern technology and offer an online service to sell their products than they perhaps previously thought. The coronavirus pandemic...
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Keep calm we’re Bedfordians: Your guide to support during the coronavirus pandemic

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, one of the biggest battles is against misinformation, rumour and fake news. Partnering with Bedford Borough Council...
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BREAKING NEWS: Bedford Times & Citizen suspended until further notice

The Bedford Independent has learnt that JPI Media is suspending the Times & Citizen, Bedford's last printed news source, indefinitely and print copies will not be delivered, due to...
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Bedford needs local news now more than ever

The coronavirus outbreak has already pushed many businesses, communities and individuals to the limit.At times like these, it’s vital that trusted news sources are accessible to as many people as...
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Borough Hall. Image: Bedford Borough Council

Bedford Borough Council apologises and pays compensation after housing bidding blunder

Carers in Bedfordshire volunteer helping an older man with a jigsaw puzzle. Image Carers in Bedfordshire

Carers’ charity says its contract may have changed, but its commitment remains the same

Singer, actor, dancer and DJ Zoe Birkett is picuted sitting on the floor surrounded by DJ equipment ahead of her Diva Download show at MillFest

West End star Zoe Birkett talks MillFest, her 25-year career, and making a life in Bedfordshire

(l-) Nothabo Zandile Tshuma, known as Zandile, and daughters Nala and Natalie. Image: Supplied by Bedfordshire Police

Family of Great Denham murder victims release statement following Johannesburg hearing

Rochelle ‘Rocky’ Clark MBE joins Bedford Modern School (BMS) September 2021

Former England rugby star signs up as local CIC ambassador

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