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Interview: Club culture with the legendary Colin Curtis

REMEDY has been hosting inclusive dance parties in Bedford since 2025. On Saturday (25 April), they are back at Dom Polski and this time, they have one of the UK’s most influential DJs and...

eSIM and UK virtual number services: A tiered guide for smartphone users

In recent years, how we connect to mobile networks has shifted significantly. Gone are the days when every smartphone user had to switch physical SIM cards whenever they changed...

Bedford Ian writes…

26 September 2025: Still not sh*t, Hugs not drugs, and 2% outrage. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…

“Good news” that Winter Wonderland isn’t returning says Borough Councillor

A Bedford Borough councillor has said it’s “good news” that Winter Wonderland isn’t returning to Bedford Park this year. Cllr Jonathan Abbott (Lib Dem, Clapham and Oakley) asked for a Wonderland...

Need a hug? Head to Bedford for free cuddles this weekend

A local professional cuddler is inviting Bedfordians to join her for free hugs in the town centre this weekend. Samii Wood works as a cuddle therapist offering one-to-one sessions and group...

Bedford Blues’ Rayer: “Good to hear new voices but the proof of the pudding is when we get underway”

With another new rugby union season just around the corner, Bedford Blues' Director of Rugby, Mike Rayer has been looking forward to the task of building on an excellent runner-up finish...

Bedford Borough Council to “strengthen checks” on temporary housing

Bedford Borough Council says it is stepping up efforts to ensure temporary accommodation offered to homeless residents meets the required standards, after councillors raised...

University of Bedfordshire awarded Bronze for Race Equality Charter

The University of Bedfordshire has been awarded the Bronze Award for the Race Equality Charter (REC), recognising work to advance race equality and build a more inclusive university community...

Bedford Academy opens doors to new future with eco-friendly community building

A brand-new carbon-zero community building has officially opened at Bedford Academy, marking a significant milestone for the school, its students, and the wider community...

No charge for Bedford rough sleepers to access night shelters council confirms

Night shelter beds in Bedford borough are free of charge for those referred to them, councillors were told this week. At yesterday’s Housing Committee (Wednesday, 24 September)...

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