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New renewable energy system to save Keech Hospice up to £50,000 per year

Keech Hospice are celebrating a major donation this week, after finding out a renewable electricity systems company from Luton is donating a completely free solar installation, which...

John Bunyan Centre is the new home of ‘Gentle Fit’ class for hard of hearing

Deaf Access Bedfordshire's 'Gentle Fit' exercise class for the hard of hearing has a new home, as it has moved to the John Bunyan Centre on Mile Road. The charity, who support approximately...

Spring 2025 Active Adults courses launched across Bedford Borough

Bedford Borough Council has announced a new season of Active Adults courses, offering residents aged 35 and over a wide variety of ways to get active, stay healthy, and connect with...

Sue Ryder volunteer to celebrate 75th birthday with charity skydive

There aren't many people in their mid-70s who would celebrate a milestone birthday by jumping out of an aeroplane, but maybe Geoff Gaylor, a volunteer at Sue Ryder St John's Hospice...

Golf pro to walk 14-mile charity hike in tribute to childhood friend

A golf professional from Ampthill is set to lead a heartfelt 14-mile charity hike for Sue Ryder St John's Hospice in memory of his childhood friend and fellow golfer, Morgan Darnell this weekend (12 April)...

St Paul’s Church unveil new hand-crafted mosaic remembering Sisters of St Etheldreda

A brand new icon mosaic has taken pride of place in the east end of St Paul's Church in Bedford, depicting the Blessed Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child in the loving relationship shown by...

Women of all faiths and backgrounds celebrate and inspire at unique event

A unique event celebrating both International Women's Day (IWD) and Ramadan was held in Bedford last month, honouring Muslim women who have made significant contributions to society. The Hawaa Empower IWD event took...

Dad to walk from Luton to Bedford Hospital to thank neonatal team that helped save his daughter’s life

A Bedford dad is preparing to walk over 20 miles from Luton to Bedford Hospital to raise money for the Meadowbank Neonatal Unit, where his daughter received lifesaving...

British Empire Medals presented in Bedford as two new Deputy Lieutenants commissioned

Six outstanding Bedfordshire residents were honoured for their service to the community at a special British Empire Medal (BEM) presentation ceremony, held at The Bedford Swan...

Funding secured for Bedford’s first Muslim burial ground

Bedford’s first dedicated Muslim burial ground has taken a major step forward, as councillors, community leaders and the Mayor came together this week to sign off on the funding...