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Beales is now half clean after Panther Plc cleaned the part they own, but the council has yet to complete the job on the side they're responsible for. Image: Bedford Independent

Bedford Ian writes…

23 January 2026: Half clean, Monsieur Mangetout, Distressing times, and Blues superstition. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks...
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Brian Cunningham. Image: Cunningham family

Obituary: Brian Cunningham (1964-2025)

Brian Cunningham, the beloved director of Bedfordshire Refugee and Asylum Seeker Support (BRASS), has passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 61...
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Unhappy Amazon boxes at a protest over the shopping website in New York, USA 2018. Image: SCOOTERCASTER/Shutterstock

Opinion: Why are local newspapers digging their own graves by advertising Amazon products?

Some local news outlets are posting increasing amount of adverts from multi-national billion-dollar companies such as Amazon, so we asked: Why would they do such a thing..?
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A headshot of Martyn Pearson, a 'super' volunteer who leaves a lasting legacy in Bedford. Image: Nick Kier

Obituary: Martyn Pearson (1954-2025)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Martyn Pearson after a long, bravely fought battle against cancer. Martyn was born in Elstow and showed promise from an early age...
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Colourful fruits and vegetables set out on stalls at the Fruit & Veg Shop Bedford, Silver Street. Image: Bedford Independent

Letters: New town centre shop is a delight

A Bedford Independent reader and local town centre shopper has written in to tell us they think a new shop that has opened up on Silver Street selling fruit and veg is a delight...
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Former Bedford Town chairman, Mike John

Bedford Town pay tribute to former Chairman and lifelong volunteer Mike John

Bedford Town Football Club has paid tribute to former Chairman and lifelong volunteer, Mike John whose influence, commitment and character helped shape the modern identity of the Eagles...
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A wooden porch covering the front door to a house home Dunster House

Enhancing your home through clever use of outdoor space

Improving a property isn’t just about what happens inside the main building. Thoughtful use of outdoor space can make a huge difference to how a home looks, feels, and functions...
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Trees at the 'far end' of Goldington Road which may have been planted to honour former players who served during WW1 but didn't return home. Image: Bedford Blues.

Watching over every match: The trees that may honour the Blues’ fallen heroes

As Bedford marks Armistice Day, Blues historians Tim Jones and Geoff Read reveal the hidden stories behind trees at Goldington Road that may have been planted to honour players who died...
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Stack of pound coins on financial graphs and figures balance sheet Image Brian A Jackson Shutterstock

Bedford Borough Council faces £58.6m medium-term gap as borrowing rises and savings tighten

Bedford Borough Council remains solvent but faces rising borrowing, falling reserves and overspends driven by children’s services, adult care and temporary accommodation...
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Rotary RGO is go (l-r) Inaugural president Vee Myners, member Jonny Ware, Club Secretary Vania Bregieira and Club Treasurer Elliott Codrington. Image: Bedford Independent

New generation of Rotarians joins forces to support Bedford’s charities

Bedford’s newest Rotary club, Rotary River Great Ouse, has officially launched, focusing on hands-on community projects and partnerships with local charities including...
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