Tara Hemmens, Author at Bedford Independent

Bedford hero pup Polo wins national award celebrating bond between dogs and humans.

Bedford’s local Labradoodle therapy dog, Polo, and his owner praised over winning national award which celebrates the powerful bond between dogs and their humans. The Woof and Well Award recognises how dogs are a...

Bedford’s St Paul’s Church to host a Service of Thanksgiving for Her Majesty the Queen.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be hosted at St Paul’s Church, St Paul’s Square in remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The service will take place on 17 September, at 3pm, where all members of the Bedford community...

Axe pulled out during argument on Castle Road

Bedfordshire Police are investigating after a man pulled out an axe during an argument at an antique store on Castle Road, Bedford on Saturday (10 September). Witnesses say it started when two men started arguing...

“I wish mum was here for this one” – Bedford Starlight Walk to remember loved ones

A starry memorable night to take place as Sue Ryder Starlight Hike Bedford as hundreds of people are expected to join a starlit walk to remember lost loved ones. The Sue Ryder charity...

Energy crisis: “We have gone through covid, but this feels much worse” say Bedford business owners

New prime minister, Liz Truss, has announced a £150b plan to relieve the stress from Britain’s soaring energy prices. However, businesses will get support with bills capped for six months...

Condolences from HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire as Bedford goes into mourning for Her Majesty the Queen

His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire Susan Lousada has expressed her condolences, as a huge sorrow fills Bedford with the passing of her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was the longest standard monarch...

Top tips to save money on your home energy bills

As energy prices rise and the coming cold winter months approach, many are wondering how they can save some energy at home to prevent eye-watering bills come October. Currently, the annual energy bill...

Community litter pick to celebrate Million Mile Clean success

Bedford residents are invited to take part in a community clean-up as part of the Surfers Against Sewage Million Mile Clean celebrations.

Cost of living crisis forces council to help families with school uniform costs

A senior Bedford Borough officer said the council is working with schools to help families be able to afford school uniforms.

Slippery escapee back behind bars

An unusual escapee was caught at the scene of the crime yesterday as a slippery customer was caught by Bedford Community Policing Group yesterday (Monday).

Tara Hemmens

Bedford hero pup Polo wins national award celebrating bond between dogs and humans.

Bedford’s St Paul’s Church to host a Service of Thanksgiving for Her Majesty the Queen.

Axe pulled out during argument on Castle Road

“I wish mum was here for this one” – Bedford Starlight Walk to remember loved ones

Energy crisis: “We have gone through covid, but this feels much worse” say Bedford business owners

Condolences from HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire as Bedford goes into mourning for Her Majesty the Queen

Top tips to save money on your home energy bills

Community litter pick to celebrate Million Mile Clean success

Cost of living crisis forces council to help families with school uniform costs

Slippery escapee back behind bars

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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