Fireworks

Armed police called to Wixams to deal with Halloween disorder

Bedfordshire Police have launched an investigation after armed officers were called to Green Lane in Wixams following reports of teenagers carrying weapons and launching fireworks at a local home...

Bedfordians urged to have a respectful and safe Halloween and Bonfire Night as police add extra patrols

Bedfordshire Police issue safety advice and increase patrols ahead of Halloween and Bonfire Night, urging residents to celebrate responsibly and respect others. Bedfordshire Police is preparing...

Beds Fire and Rescue Service: ‘think twice before letting off fireworks in your garden’

As Bonfire Night approaches, Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) is working with local partners and emergency services to help keep the Borough's residents safe. They are reminding...

Your Bedford Weekend starts here: 22 – 24 November 2019

Christmas is officially coming to Bedford this weekend, with the annual lights switch on and fabulous festive fireworks - on a Sunday for the first time...

Police appeal for information after fireworks pushed through Goldington Road letterbox

Bedfordshire Police are appealing for information after three incidents where fireworks were pushed through the letterbox of the same address in Goldington...

Find the best public firework displays in Bedford

Remember, remember the fifth of November, the annual celebration of Guy Fawkes' Night and the celebration of the thwarting of the Gunpowder Plot to blow...

A few false starts but Bedford gets Christmas started with spectacular fireworks

Patient crowds were treated to a spectacular firework display last night as Bedford officially started the festive season with its Christmas Lights switch on celebrations over the River Great Ouse...

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