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Bedford teen turns trauma into triumph with marathon for children’s charity

A Bedford teen whose hand was amputated when she was just 12 is taking on the world's most iconic marathon to raise funds for the charity that supported her recovery...

Monthly column: A chance to look at the charities across Bedford Borough helping those in need

We're pleased to launch a new monthly column that will focus on charities across Bedford Borough, raising awareness of the work they do and the people they help...

Bedfordshire Super Vets out in (gale) force for latest charity rugby match

The newly named Bedfordshire Barbarians Super Vets travelled to face their Buckinghamshire counterparts on Saturday (28 March) in the latest exhibition match allowing rugby players...

Bedfordshire County Cricket Club choose charity partner for 2026 season

With the new National Counties cricket season fast approaching, Bedfordshire County Cricket Club has announced its new charity partner for 2026 ahead of a busier than ever schedule...

Bedford autism charity receives ‘neighbourly’ grant from Stagecoach bus operator

As part of a scheme to distribute community grants across the UK, Stagecoach, the parent of major local bus operator Stagecoach East, has supported a local community organisation, in...

If you know a Bedford team raising funds for good causes… It’s time to nominate them for an Everyday Heroes Award

Nominations are open for the 2025 Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, including Fundraiser of the Year (Team), celebrating Bedford groups who go the extra mile to raise money for local causes...

Salvation Army clothing banks withdrawn across Bedford as textile recycling market struggles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

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