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Family of Great Denham murder victims release statement following Johannesburg hearing

The family of Zandile Nothabo Khumalo has released a statement following the postponement of court proceedings in South Africa. The bodies of Zandile and her two daughters were...

Real Bedford announce collaboration with charity to bring football to underprivileged children

Real Bedford have announced a new partnership with Football Academy Noah, a charity who aim to bring football to underprivileged children in South Africa. Football Academy Noah...

Kempston Rugby Club’s Sian Mills selected for England Deaf squad

On a usual weekend, Sian Mills is Kempston Rugby Club's sports therapist but come August, Mills will be donning the boots for England herself after she was selected for the England Deaf squad...

Harrold bowler wins gold at Disability Bowls World Championships in South Africa

Harrold's own John Hollowell is once again back in the medals, and this time on the world stage, as he along with his mixed bowls partner, Marjorie Convey won gold at the Disability Bowls...

Bedford School’s Jamie Dunk makes impressive start in Under 19 Cricket World Cup

While many of Bedford School's Upper Sixth students step up preparations for their A-Level exams, one young man is busy in Sri Lanka forging a name for himself in the international cricket arena...

Specsavers back visually impaired bowler in trip to World Championships

A Specsavers branch in Bedford has offered a great opportunity for one of the town's top bowls players after sponsoring him to travel to South Africa for the Disabled World Championships...

Opinion: Was Nelson Mandela’s visit the most joyful half an hour in Bedford’s history?

Next Friday marks the 23rd anniversary of one of the most significant days in the history of Bedford. It was the day that the former president of South Africa and...

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