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Quick-thinking “hero” dog raises alarm when owner gets stuck in river mud at Felmersham

Local dog Twiggy is being hailed a hero after 'fetching' help when her owner became stuck in the River Great Ouse at Felmersham on Thursday (1 July). The woman became stuck after...

Beavers: A dam good idea in the battle against local flooding?

Beavers could become a new weapon in Bedford’s ongoing battle against river flooding. A meeting on Monday heard two of the biggest political big beasts in the borough chew over and react favourably...

Borough Council say 40 properties flooded over Christmas as volunteers continue to help those affected

Bedford Borough Council have said that around 40 properties were flooded after the River Great Ouse burst its banks over the Christmas bank holiday. Around 1300 households were visited and advised to evacuate...

Thanks given to those who showed “Bedford Borough’s incredible community spirit”

Bedford's Mayor has thanked volunteers and organisations who displayed "Bedford Borough’s incredible community spirit" by helping those affected by flooding in areas along the...

Severe flood warnings in Bedford no longer in force

After three days of rising waters along the River Great Ouse, the Environment Agency has lifted the severe flood warning. While river levels are expected to remain high over coming days, the...

Communities rally together as Bedford battles floods

Bedford Borough communities have rallied round to help neighbours and strangers alike, as flooding swept through the town and villages after heavy rainfall began...

Christmas flood warnings issued across Bedford Borough as River Great Ouse levels rise

Various parts of Bedford Borough have been issued flood warnings as the River Great Ouse rises. It has already burst its banks in North Bedfordshire villages and threatens to do so in other...

Bedford swans and goose found dead following suspected bird flu outbreak

Three swans and a Canadian goose have been found dead in the River Great Ouse in Bedford, following a suspected outbreak of bird flu. One of the swans and the goose were discovered on Saturday...

Kings Bridge to close for refurbishment

A busy footbridge over the River Great Ouse is to close from tomorrow (29 October) so it can be refurbished. Kings Bridge which crosses the river from beneath Longholm Way to the...

WATCH: Harrold Fire Station’s incredible drone footage of village floods

Harrold Community Fire Station's drone training this week created an incredible opportunity to film the flooded bridge in the village...

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