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Tom Carr

Tom Carr is the Bedford Independent's Sport Editor, covering all sport in the Borough.

Tom has been front and centre of sport in the town since 2016, writing for various publications before joining the Bedford Independent team, primarily as the Bedford Blues reporter in August 2019.

Tom later stepped into the new role of Sport Editor in 2022, and has since written about a wide variety of sports across Bedford Borough, incorporating professional, semi-pro and grassroots sport.

As the Sport Editor of the Bedford Independent, Tom leads the title’s sporting coverage, with relationships across clubs, community groups and individuals who have gone on to make the professional game.

Born in Bedford, Tom has lived in the town all his life and has been part of multiple community clubs over the years, including Bedford Cricket Club, Bedford Park Rangers, and Riverside Tennis Club, among others.

He is also a qualified football referee and cricket umpire.

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Kick off your summer holidays by bringing colour and curiosity to The Higgins

With the summer holidays just around the corner, and families up and down the land donning their thinking caps for things to do, the Higgins in Bedford is front of the queue with a vibrant programme...

Bedford Radio launches youth project to “empower the next generation of broadcasters”

A local radio station are on the hunt for the town's next young voices as they launch a special six-week youth radio project aimed at uncovering the next generation of broadcasters in Bedford...

Bedford Blues announce new Commercial Manager at Goldington Road

Bedford Blues may be making some personnel changes on the pitch at Goldington Road, but they are also welcoming new faces in the backroom team, as they welcome Ben Howe...

11% reduction in STIs put down to “investment in high quality services” in Bedford

Investment in high quality contraception and sexual health services has helped to cut the number of new diagnoses of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Bedford Borough by 11%...

“Remain vigilant” say council amidst reports of licensing scammers

Bedford Borough Council is warning licensees to remain vigilant for scammers posing as licensing officers, amidst reports of individuals posing as licensing officials and demanding immediate payment...

Sacrifice Pro Wrestling returns to Bedford in aid of Myeloma UK

Sacrifice Pro Wrestling return to the home of Bedford Town FC, The Eyrie on 29 June in order to raise money for blood cancer charity, Myeloma UK and there's more than just titles on the line...

Wyboston amateur rider qualifies for Horse of the Year finals

The NEC in Birmingham awaits for one amateur horse rider from Wyboston after she qualified for the prestigious Horse of the Year finals at a special qualifying event at the end of May...

Star striker Leon Lobjoit to leave Bedford Town but local lad Taylor joins

Bedford Town FC has announced last season's top scorer, Leon Lobjoit is to leave the club as he is unable to commit to step two football, but the blow was cushioned as local lad, Greg Taylor has joined...

Bedford golfers win spots at English Schools National Golf Championship after Cainhoe Wood success

Two young golfers from Bedford have won a place at the English Schools National Championships after success at the South East Schools competition at Cainhoe Wood Golf Club in Shefford last week...

Biddenham condemn Flitwick to fifth straight loss as good Prem start continues

Biddenham Cricket Club are up to fourth in the Premier Division of the Bedfordshire County Cricket League as their impressive start to life in the top tier continued with a 21-run victory over struggling Flitwick...

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