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All the latest community and charity news from across Bedford Borough. Everything you need to keep you up to date with what’s happening in Bedford Borough on your mobile or desktop via the Bedford Independent.

The Bedford Independent was founded to provide the people of Bedford Borough with a modern news desk that would give them easy access to genuine and unbiased Bedford news. We are independent in ownership and opinion.

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Members of the Armed Forces march at the Armistice Day remembrance march across the Embankment in November 2025

Lest we forget: 2026 Armistice Day and Remembrance Day events in Bedford Borough

Events to mark Armistice Day and Remembrance Day in Bedford have been confirmed, with a parade and service of remembrance leading the way this Sunday (8 November)...
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Margaret-Anne Tibbs (seated) at No 11 Downing Street for the Active Life Awards 2026. Image: Tibbs Foundation.

Tibbs Dementia Foundation co-founder Margaret-Anne Tibbs dies peacefully at age 89

Bedford is mourning Margaret-Anne Tibbs, co-founder of Tibbs Dementia Foundation, who died peacefully aged 89 after turning a sketch on an envelope into a vital service supporting hundreds...
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Sarah and Fizz at the Living it Up Winter craft fair in November 2025

The festive season is here as the ‘Living it Up’ Winter Fair returns this November

With Halloween and Bonfire Night now behind us, attentions turns to Christmas and one Bedford-based charity is kicking off the festive season with the return of their popular Winter Fair...
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One of the St Paul's bells being lowered for restoration. Image Revd Anthony Davis

Rare chance to view historic bells and clock as landmark St Paul’s restoration begins

After seven dedicated years of campaigning and fundraising, a major restoration project at St Paul’s Church in Bedford town centre has officially reached its first major milestone...
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Dave Harmon (1954-2026). Image Virtus.

Tributes pour in for beloved Bedford registrar and volunteer Dave Harman

Bedford Borough Council has led moving tributes to registrar Dave Harman, a cherished public servant and Royal British Legion stalwart remembered for his warmth, humour and lifelong...
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The Magpas Air Ambulance Team about to airlift a patient to hospital (illustrative).

Air ambulance charity launches urgent appeal to help with rising fuel costs

Ten years after Magpas Air Ambulance saved her from a horrific crash, a former patient is backing their urgent winter appeal as the charity faces an unexpected £50,000 aviation fuel...
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(l-r) Tom Harwood, head of foundation at Bedford Blues Foundation and Deputy Lieutenant Nick Kier

Food industry leaders launch initiative to help young Bedfordians into work

A Bedford charity is tackling the national youth unemployment crisis by using food and cooking to give young people the confidence, routine and skills needed to secure meaningful work placements...
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Dr Eleanor Prior (l) and husband Chris (r) with their daughters Annie and Lottie. Image: Prior family.

Bedford train crash hero ‘GP in the green dress’ to receive Pride of Britain Award

Despite suffering a shattered hand and severe bruising in a horrific summer train crash, Bedford GP Dr Eleanor Prior stayed behind to help passengers. Now, she has won a Pride of Britain award...
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Charan Sekhon MBE (c) with his, now former, Environment Agency colleagues. Image: UNISON.

Environment Agency and UNISON honour Bedford Everyday Hero Charan Sekhon MBE

Colleagues and community members have paid tribute to Bedford everyday hero Charan Sekhon MBE, who has retired after 26 years of environmental protection and local charity work...
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Guests at the Bedford Hindu Temple's 5th Anniversary. Image: Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust.

Monthly column: Bedford Hindu Temple brings Bedford together through faith, culture and community service

Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust celebrated its fifth anniversary on 3 October with an evening of music, dance and community spirit at Clapham Village Hall...
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