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Dealer caught with key to Bedford drug flat jailed for five and a half years

A Bedford drug dealer has been jailed after police found him with the key to a flat being used as a hub for the supply of crack cocaine and cannabis across the town. Amirul Hussain, 27, of Elstow Road...

Meet the Bedfordshire Super Vets setting out to boost rugby numbers in aid of local charities

With numbers in the recreational game reportedly falling, those in the upper ages of rugby union in the county have taken matters into their own hands by beginning a 'Vets' team...

Allen hat trick seals thumping Real Bedford win in Banbury

Josh Allen's hat trick helped Real Bedford to a third consecutive victory in Southern League Premier Central as Rob Sinclair's side ran out 4-1 winners at Banbury United on Tuesday night...

Letters: Bedford needs cohesion, not sensationalism

I write in support of the compassionate, diligent and industrious people of Bedford and the Borough who quietly work towards achieving balance against the damage that is currently being done to...

Parents urge Bedford Borough Council to protect independent support for young carers

Parents have written to local media voicing alarm that Bedford Borough Council could undermine a service they describe as “life-changing” for their children. A report to the Children’s Services Overview...

Thousands of low-income Bedford households could lose council tax support

More than 5,000 low-income households in Bedford borough could be asked to start paying council tax for the first time under proposals going before councillors next week...

Congratulations to our first #BoughtInBedford winner

Through our Bought in Bedford campaign, we are sharing the love for our Bedford Indies and giving away a £50 voucher every month this year to one of our readers to spend in their favourite...

Sharnbrook Academy welcomes new headteacher

Sharnbrook Academy has welcomed a new headteacher this September as Carly Waterman steps into the role, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a passion for high-quality education...

River Great Ouse fails E. coli safety checks at several popular bathing sites

Half the river sites tested along the Great Ouse through Bedfordshire are unsafe for bathing, according to new data from the Bedfordshire Great Ouse Valley Environmental Trust...

Alumni Concert celebrates 50 years of music at Wootton Upper School

Wootton Upper School is celebrating its 50th anniversary this Saturday (27 September) with an Alumni Concert featuring over 75 former pupils and staff who are returning...

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