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Salvation Army clothing banks withdrawn across Bedford as textile recycling market struggles

The Salvation Army has removed its clothing banks across Bedford Borough as part of national changes linked to falling textile resale values. The council is exploring alternative options...

Bedfordshire Super Vets raise money for Cure Parkinson’s in latest charity rugby venture

Bedfordshire's newest community rugby team were back in action over the weekend, as the Bedfordshire Super Vets renewed rivalries with their Hertfordshire counterparts, winning 56-44...

Column: Bedford Blues Foundation – Giving young people a new perspective through sport

Giving young people a new perspective through sport. After five years in operation, Bedford Blues Foundation is more determined than ever to help young people thrive. Since launching operationally...

Letters: Please sign up to this year’s Sue Ryder December Daily Dash

We’re encouraging the local community to take on Sue Ryder’s December Daily Dash, a fundraising event my husband and I created in memory of my dad, and in gratitude to the incredible...

Bedford’s Christmas Tree Festival marks 25 years of fundraising and festive joy

Bedford’s Christmas Tree Festival celebrates its 25th year with 70 decorated trees, live music, and festive events at St Paul’s Church, raising funds for local charities...

‘£2m Swiss’ cycling challenge awaits for Bedford charity fundraisers

The European roads await for two teams of Bedford-based cyclists this September, as the 'Extra Mile' challenge sees seven individuals take on a 500-mile challenge across three different countries...

Local charity to celebrate 30th anniversary with “30 for 30” campaign

Local mental health charity Bedfordshire Open Door is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a campaign to raise awareness of the challenges facing young people and to raise funds to continue...

Bedfordshire pub raises £10,000 to support air ambulance lifesaving missions

A traditional family pub in Melchbourne hosted a black tie ball raising an incredible £6,000 for the local air ambulance charity. St John's Arms hosted the event in aid of Warwickshire and...

Bedford man launches 900-mile fundraising ride in memory of wife lost to MND

A Bedford man in his 80s is supporting an extraordinary cycling challenge this August in memory of his wife Jenny, who died from Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in December 2023. Pat Wheeler, a...

Bedford charity celebrates small charity week and calls for support

As Small Charity Week (23–28 June) gets underway, Bedford-based organisation Living It Up is joining the national campaign to celebrate the powerful impact small charities have in communities...

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