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Nurse Sandra and Gary Hooper with a bunch of flowers that he gave her to thank her for saving his life after two missed heart attacks

“I’m so glad to be alive”: Bedford man praises NHS after surviving two heart attacks and open heart surgery

A Bedford shop-owner has praised the “incredible” care he received from the NHS after surviving two heart attacks and undergoing major open heart surgery earlier this month...
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Gary Hooper of GCH Fishmongers pictured outside their shop on Newnham Street and surrounded by his team including his wife, sister-in-law and sons.

GCH Fishmongers celebrate a decade of fresh fish and family dedication

GCH Fishmongers in Bedford is proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary at the end of the month, marking a decade in its location on Newham Street. The business was founded on...
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Gary Hooper of GCH Fishmongers pictured outside their shop on Newnham Street and surrounded by his team including his wife, sister-in-law and sons.

Great Bedfordian: Gary Hooper

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Christmas takings all but wiped out for Bedford fishmonger thanks to attempted van theft

A family-run Bedford fishmongers has had their Christmas business takings all but wiped out thanks to thieves who tried to steal their van over the festive break. Gary Hooper of GCH Fishmongers says that while the thieves weren't able to actually steal the van on the night of 27 December 2023, they damage they caused means it is now likely to be a 'write off'.
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Thieves break into Bedford fishmongers among spate of business burglaries

A Bedford fishmonger was broken into and numerous other town centre businesses reported attempted break-ins in the early hours of Saturday (11 June). Silks Hair and Beauty Salon...
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Italy and England fans celebrated peacefully upon reaching the Euro 2020 final on Bedford's Embankment and High Street.

“Proportionate policing” will be in Bedford for Euro 2020 final

The Assistant Chief Constable at Bedfordshire Police has said they'll be providing "a proportionate policing response" in Bedford for tomorrow's (Sunday) Euro 2020 final. Sharn Basra has...
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Argos in the Harpur Centre

Harpur Centre’s Argos store becomes latest Bedford shop closure

The Argos store in Bedford's Harpur Centre is among 420 branches that will permanently close, it has been announced today (Thursday). The in-store Argos...
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Cast your vote for finalist George in Young Fishmonger awards

George Hooper, 23, of GCH Fishmongers on Newnham Street, Bedford is one of the three finalists hoping to be crowned Young Fishmonger of the Year on 3 June.
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