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The art gap – securing Bedford’s creative future

Under 21 and pursuing an education in the arts in Bedford? Recent research suggests you belong to a shrinking population that is mirrored across the country. The arts have always been on the...
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Harpur Trust reassures school parents following cyber incident at third-party supplier

The Harpur Trust has issued a clear reassurance to parents, guardians, and pupils following a cybersecurity incident involving an external database system used in its charity operations...
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Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park 2026 Image Bedford Borough Council

Nearly 800 people take part in Bedford wellbeing event at Bedford Park

Nearly 800 people attended Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park at Bedford Park, enjoying yoga, mindfulness and wellness activities for all ages and abilities. The annual Yoga and Wellbeing...
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Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, finalists, highly commended and winners 2025. Image: Bedford Independent

Bedford’s Everyday Heroes celebrated during emotional awards night

Volunteers, fundraisers, young carers and community champions were honoured at the 2025 Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards at the Quarry Theatre. Hundreds of guests gathered...
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Recipients of The Harpur Trust’s University Bursary Programme 2025. Image: The Harpur Trust

Harpur Trust offers £4,500 bursaries for Bedford students heading to university

Applications are open for The Harpur Trust’s University Bursary Programme, offering £4,500 to support Bedford Borough students with university costs. The Harpur Trust’s University Bursary...
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(l-r) Zahra Hanif from the Muslim Council of Britain with Hawaa Empower Director Shapna Khanam Image Hawaa Empower Tamjidul Abedin

Opinion: Hawaa Empower’s International Women’s Day event showed exactly how brilliant Bedford can become

Hawaa Empower’s International Women’s Day event in Bedford shared powerful stories about belonging, wellbeing and community, highlighting the impact of inclusive spaces for women...
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Families congregate in Harpur Square to celebrate St Patrick's Day in Bedford

St Patrick’s Day: a celebration of Irish community, culture and craic

Bedford town centre will once again come alive with Irish culture, music and community spirit, as Queen’s Park Community Organisation (QPCO), in partnership with Bedford’s...
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Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards comic strip

Everyday Heroes 2025 nominations extended as BRASS named charity partner

Nominations for Bedford’s Everyday Heroes Awards are extended to 8 March, as organisers announce BRASS as this year’s charity partner in tribute to Brian Cunningham...
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"The Spirit of Bedford" A group photo of the 2024 Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards finalists, highly commended and winners

Time’s almost up: Nominate Bedford Borough’s Everyday Heroes before midnight tonight

Last chance to nominate Bedford’s Everyday Heroes as entries for the 2025 awards close today, celebrating residents who make the Borough a better place. Now in its sixth year and held in...
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Young Carer 2024 Charlie Lloyd (r) with Heart Academies Trust's David Morris., Image: Bedford Independent.

They put family first every day, now let’s put them first. Nominate a young carer as an Everyday Hero

Nominations are open for the Young Carer of the Year category at the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards 2025, celebrating under-18s in Bedford Borough who care for loved ones...
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