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I’m so proud to be able to help celebrate Bedford’s everyday heroes

About 20 years ago, give or take, I moved to Bedford. Having come from a not-too-exciting small town a bit further south, Bedford seemed quite the upgrade. I am sure there will be a few people...

Fusion offers free gym membership and soft play for young people

Young people leaving the care system and those who care for family members are among those being offered free sessions at leisure centres in Bedford Borough.

Traditional ‘second’ Christmas celebrated by Ukrainians in Bedford

Ukrainians in Bedford were able to traditionally celebrate Christmas on 6 January thanks to the help of Reverend Eric Lomax and PBIC, a local charity that helps immigrants...

Bedford brewers take on 3,000km tuk-tuk challenge for charity

Two brewers from Bedford have set off on a unique trip of a lifetime to raise vital funds for an international disaster relief charity. Packing brewer, Jon Slate, 34, and ...

Local handyman helps charity after We Are Bedford Facebook plea

Three-legged Bedford rescue dog walks 100km to raise money for cancer charity

A three-legged Bedford rescue dog has walked 100km around the Borough to raise money for a cancer charity. Sunny Sandwich (Sunny for short) and owners Kat McGregor...

New bereavement group aims to help Bedfordians grieving the loss of a pet

Losing a pet can be a difficult time, with their loss leaving a hole that isn't easily filled. But, a new Facebook community group has been set up to offer bereavement support to Bedfordians...

Bob the clock keeping time at Emmaus Village Carlton

A volunteer at Emmaus Village Carlton has been keeping time for the charity thanks to fixing hundreds of clocks and watches that have been donated to help homeless people get back on their feet. Bob MacDonald...

Looking for a new challenge for 2023? Why not learn bell ringing

Bells are rung from churches at Christmas to proclaim the birth of Christ and to announce the arrival of the new season and a new year. At St Paul's in Bedford, the 12 bells...

Let’s help SMART’s Cold Relief in Bedford appeal reach £20,000 before Christmas

When SMART launched their annual Cold Relief in Bedford (CRIB) appeal back in November, they had their hearts set on trying to raise half their funding - £20,000...