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Sophie Stapley

Sophie Stapley is a freelance journalist who writes for Progress Publishing titles.

Graduating with First-Class Honours Media Communication Culture BA(Hons) degree from Leeds Beckett University, Sophie was also awarded the Dean’s Award for academic excellence after receiving the highest dissertation score across media-related courses.

Soon to be Madad charity shop in Harpur Centre

Bedford charity shortlisted for national business award moves into the Harpur Centre

Bedford-founded charity and social-impact micro-business, Madad, is entering a new phase of growth after moving its Bedford charity store to the Harpur Centre…
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Ewan McCulloch meets Bedfordshire Pension Fund at the Bedford Suspension Bridge

Charity cycling challenge passed through Bedford this week set to raise over £50,000

Charity cyclist Ewan McCulloch, 52, from Edinburgh, is cycling from Cumbria to the south coast of England over 10 days and 1,300km in a bid to raise more than £50,000 for charities…
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SoulfulCo Chick n Chat event at Nandos in Bedford. Image SoulfulCo

Bedford wellbeing organisation added to NHS directory to support young people

A Bedford-based wellbeing organisation supporting young people has been added to the NHS MiDoS directory, allowing GPs and healthcare professionals to signpost patients to its services…
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Draft beer being poured into a pint glass.

MP launches second annual Mid Bedfordshire pub of the year competition

Local MP Blake Stephenson has launched his second annual Pub of the Year competition to find the best pub in Mid Bedfordshire in 2026. The contest will…
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BPHA logo on the side of their office building

Bedford housing association achieves highest gradings from regulator

Bedford local housing association, bpha, announce their achievement of the highest consumer grading from the regulator of social housing. Bpha provides homes and services...
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Heavy-lift drone airborne demonstrating Drone Spine battery tech Image The SB Co, ISS Aerospace and Marshall Aerospace

Bedfordshire company says drone battery breakthrough will bring more support to emergency humanitarian teams

A Bedfordshire engineering startup have solved one of the most stubborn constraints in unmanned aviation, such as drones. The weight and bulk of the battery. The Structural Battery…
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A Bedfordshire firefighter surrounded by smoke tackles a wildfire in an open field Image BFRS

Bedfordians urged to take care this summer as fire service warns of ‘very high risk’ of wildfires

As record-breaking temperatures and prolonged dry spells continue, the urge to fire up the grill has never been stronger. However, as the temperature rises, so do the risks...
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Psychology, mental health or woman hands with psychologist in consultation counseling therapy Image PeopleImages Shutterstock

Bedford Tesco stores and the British Heart Foundation campaign to reduce the risk of heart complications

People of Bedford are being urged to prioritise their heart health by getting a free blood pressure test when they do their weekly food shop. Tesco have partnered with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to...
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The Bedford College Group Construction Centre

Bedford College Group launches industry advisory board to strengthen links between education and employers

The Bedford College Group has successfully launched its new industry advisory board, a major initiative designed to bring local employers and education leaders together to ensure students...
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Bus drivers at Stagecoach Image Stagecoach East

Bedford autism charity receives ‘neighbourly’ grant from Stagecoach bus operator

As part of a scheme to distribute community grants across the UK, Stagecoach, the parent of major local bus operator Stagecoach East, has supported a local community organisation, in...
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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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