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Bedfordshire Firefighters during hose training. Image: BFRS.

Bedfordshire fire chief warns major infrastructure projects bring significant risks

Major schemes including East West Rail and the Universal theme park will bring significant risks to Bedfordshire, warns the county fire chief as a new five-year plan launches...
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Dr Eleanor Prior (l) and husband Chris (r) with their daughters Annie and Lottie. Image: Prior family.

Bedford train crash hero ‘GP in the green dress’ to receive Pride of Britain Award

Despite suffering a shattered hand and severe bruising in a horrific summer train crash, Bedford GP Dr Eleanor Prior stayed behind to help passengers. Now, she has won a Pride of Britain award...
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Firefighters dealing with an incident on Greyfriars, Bedford 9 October 2026. Image: Bedford Independent.

Breaking news: Greyfriars closed as Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue deal with incident

Greyfriars in Bedford is currently closed as Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue deal with an incident. Firefighters on scene say a line-painting vehicle overheated, and they hope to reopen...
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Firefighters accessing the flats on Harpur Street. Image Bedford Independent

Two led to safety after fire in flat on Harpur Street

Firefighters were called out to Bedford town centre yesterday (Monday) afternoon, after a fire broke out in a domestic building. Crews from across Bedford and Kempston were called at...
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HRH The Princess Royal meeting Magpas crews at a recent visit to their base in September 2026. Image: Magpas.

Princess Royal honours Magpas response to Bedford train collision

The vital role of Magpas Air Ambulance in saving lives during the Bedford train collision has been recognised by HRH The Princess Royal during a special visit highlighting emergency partnerships...
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A Bedfordshire firefighter surrounded by smoke tackles a wildfire in an open field Image BFRS

Bedfordshire firefighters tackle over 180 outdoor fires since start of August

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is facing significant pressure after responding to more than 180 outdoor fires since the start of August, prompting urgent warnings to reduce operational strain...
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A map showing the Drought status across the UK from the Environment Agency. It shows a large area, including Bedford Borough is officially in a drought status. Image: ©Crown Copyright.

Bedford Ian writes…

14 August 2026: Burnham down, Sun dog, and Pound of paint. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…
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A Bedfordshire firefighter surrounded by smoke tackles a wildfire in an open field Image BFRS

Senior Bedfordshire firefighter issues wildfire warning as hot, dry conditions continue

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued an urgent public warning after a deliberate grass fire damaged football pitches in Jubilee Park, as dry weather increases the risk of open fires...
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Grass damaged by fire in Jubilee Park 9 August 2026 Image Nancy Childs-Gatty We Are Bedford

Bedford fire crew tackles deliberate grass fire in Jubilee Park

A deliberate grass fire measuring 100m by 50m damaged Jubilee Park in Bedford on Sunday afternoon, prompting fresh warnings about protecting public green spaces during high-risk conditions...
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A Bedfordshire firefighter surrounded by smoke tackles a wildfire in an open field Image BFRS

Bedfordians urged to take care this summer as fire service warns of ‘very high risk’ of wildfires

As record-breaking temperatures and prolonged dry spells continue, the urge to fire up the grill has never been stronger. However, as the temperature rises, so do the risks...
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