Tara Hemmens, Author at Bedford Independent

Bedford and Kempston gardeners recognised in local awards

A group of bpha retired living residents have won awards for their dedication to their own green habitats and for making their gardens stand out. The Best Kept Garden Competition 2022, organised...

Bedfordshire to get a new bus network

Local bus users have been told they're going to get a new bus network across Bedfordshire after travel habits changed after the COVID-19 pandemic. The new network of Stagecoach East services...

Three men begin four-day Brighton to Bedford walk for charity

A four-day charity walk from Bedford to Brighton began yesterday morning (15 September) to raise funds for the Primrose Unit in Bedford Hospital. Woody Woodford, Kevin Everett and Adam Wheller, aided by Bill Graham (support)...

100-year-old joins 250 former students receiving honorary degrees from University of Bedfordshire

250 former students at Bedford’s Training College, later known as the Bedford College of Physical Education, were awarded honorary degrees and reunited by the University of Bedfordshire on...

Suspected Avian Flu outbreak raises concerns for Bedford’s birds and waterfowl

Concern is mounting for the safety of birds and waterfowl in Bedford after four swans, a goose and a pigeon have all been found dead around the Embankment in Bedford. Referring to a suspected outbreak of Avian Flu, Joanne Gullon...

A County Service of Thanksgiving to be held at St Paul’s Church for Her Majesty

Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, a County Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate her life will be held this Sunday (18 September) at The County Church of St Paul Bedford. The service will be held in the presence of...

Council apologises to parents over failure to provide transport for children with SEND

Bedford Borough Council has apologised to frustrated parents over transport issues affecting Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) pupils at the start of the school term. The council has attributed the situation to a number...

Thames Path Challenge raises £1000 for two Bedford charities

The 50km Thames Path Challenge saw Bedford businesses Smarta Healthcare and The Mobility Physio raise £1000 for two local charities on 10 September 2022. The funds were split equally between the two charities...

Bedford Corn Exchange to screen Her Majesty’s funeral

A public screening for Her Majesty the Queen shall be held at Bedford Corn Exchange for those wishing to watch the funeral on Monday 19 September. Bedford Borough Council has announced that doors shall be opening from 10am...

“A final sad farewell to the Queen”: HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire prepares to attend HM The Queen’s funeral on behalf of our county.

HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Susan Lousada, told the Bedford Independent about her time so far in her new position following the passing of Her Majesty the Queen and the new reign of King Charles III...

Tara Hemmens

Bedford and Kempston gardeners recognised in local awards

Bedfordshire to get a new bus network

Three men begin four-day Brighton to Bedford walk for charity

100-year-old joins 250 former students receiving honorary degrees from University of Bedfordshire

Suspected Avian Flu outbreak raises concerns for Bedford’s birds and waterfowl

A County Service of Thanksgiving to be held at St Paul’s Church for Her Majesty

Council apologises to parents over failure to provide transport for children with SEND

Thames Path Challenge raises £1000 for two Bedford charities

Bedford Corn Exchange to screen Her Majesty’s funeral

“A final sad farewell to the Queen”: HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire prepares to attend HM The Queen’s funeral on behalf of our county.

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

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

Family of Great Denham murder victims release statement following Johannesburg hearing

Former England rugby star signs up as local CIC ambassador

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