Bedford
Service to honour Trevor
pecial service to celebrate the life of one of Bedford’s greatest sons was held in town on Sunday.
Rail satisfaction low say passengers
A national passenger survey has found that First Capital Connect customers are among the least satisfied in their country.
Inside bus station renovation
This week the Times & Citizen got an exclusive first look at plans for the inside of Bedford’s long-awaited bus station redevelopment.
Man Vs Food challenge
The Sharnbrook Hotel hosted a challenge inspired by TV’s Man Vs Food on Thursday, and man won!
VIDEO: Showing cancer who’s boss! video
An army of thousands of mums, sisters and daughters made a poignant stand against cancer on Sunday by taking part in the Race For Life.
Creative pupils name hospital play room
Youngsters from Russell Lower School got their creative juices flowing by designing a name and logo for a sick children’s play room at the Luton and Dunstable Hospital.
Wootton united in memory of Michael
A music and football event in memory of the son of a councillor will take place on Saturday.
Man hunted after indecent assault
A man who put his hand up a woman’s skirt on The Embankment is being hunted by police.
BREAKING NEWS: Man pulled from river
A man was pulled from the river by a member of the public in a serious condition this morning.
‘Mini River Festival’ ahoy!
A ‘mini River Festival’ is coming to town to brighten up the summer months for Bedfordians.
Ben’s battling on with new CD
A musician who is battling life-threatening prostate cancer has released a charity single to help others.
Row over car park call in
Conservatives have called-in plans to save 100 parking spaces for use by a hotel as part of the Riverside North development.
Have you seen Barker’s Lane flasher?
A man exposed himself to two women in broad daylight on Barkers Lane on Sunday (June 9).
Swimathon donation from Rotarians
The Rotary Club of Bedford presented a cheque for more than £5,000 to Arthritis Research UK this afternoon.
Inquest opened after woman’s death
An inquest has been opened after a 33 year old woman died at her home in Biddenham.
‘Herbal matter’ found in police chase
A large quantity of ‘herbal matter’ was discovered by police after pursuing a car in Bedford last night (June 13).
Nadine Dorries talks hair loss on Radio 2
MP for Mid Bedfordshire Nadine Dorries has appeared on the radio to speak out over female hair loss.
Renewed appeal over Sharif’s murder
Police are still appealing for information over the murder of a Kempston grandfather.
Family fun in store at Islamic exhibition
Bedford imam Abdul Quadeer is looking forward to welcoming members of the public to an exhibition all about Islam .
Handmade fun at the weekend
The best of all things local and handmade were to be had in Bedford at the weekend.
VIDEO: Acting Bedford Hospital chief executive video
Acting hospital chief executive Stephen Conroy spoke to the Times & Citizen this week about the challenges faced by the facility.
Our John will be a daily fixture in the US
A former Mark Rutherford student who became an Emmy Award-winning comedian has been picked to host the Daily Show.
Yarn bombers come to Bedford!
Knitted fun was had by all who attended a special ‘yarn bombing’ session in Bedford on Saturday.
GP surgery for Church Lane development
A new GP surgery has been announced as part of the Church Lane Neighbourhood Centre regeneration scheme.
£1million ‘pay day’ during hospital cuts
Management consultants who advise on the future of Bedford Hospital have cost almost £1million, despite austerity cuts .
Talented Rebecca hopes to help others
A talented former Bedford Girls School student has been inspired to help others with her skills after winning a role in a play about the Holocaust.
Radio 4 comes to town: The full story
The Portas Pilot project and the ‘death of the high street’ were the topics of discussion as Radio 4 came to Bedford on Tuesday.
Man jailed over £17,000 fraud
A thief who wrongfully claimed over £17,000 in housing and council tax benefit and income support was jailed for 15 weeks on Tuesday.
Committee throws out traveller plan
Plans for the Fairhill gypsy and travellers site were thrown out by Borough Hall planners on Monday night. Bedford Borough Council’s planning committee took a vote on the proposal for a 14- pitch site in Bedford. Speaking after the meeting Deputy Mayor Charles Royden said: “Fairhill has been refused planning permission. However, the borough council has planning permission in place for a gypsy and traveller site at Meadow Lane. We have done a great deal in Bedford to provide pitches with six additional pitches provided at Kempston Hardwick and a temporary traveller stopping place now completed at Meadow Lane.”
Family fun day for Stone
The family of a little boy left severely brain damaged by meningitis have organised a charity fun day in his honour. On Sunday, Bedford Park will be a hive of activity in honour of Stone Josephs and to raise awareness of the disease. As well as a sponsored walk there will be magic, a puppet show, hook-a-duck and bouncy castles, plus a whole host of other activities in aid of the Keech Cottage Children’s Hospice.
New free school is go
A 700-place sixth form college specialising in pupils aged 16-19 has been approved for Stewartby. This week the secretary of state for education agreed to enter into a funding agreement with Wootton Academy Trust to create Kimberley STEM College.
‘My cancer cure hopes’
Scientists at Bedford Hospital have made a major breakthrough in the fight against prostate cancer.
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VIDEO: A look behind the scenes at the Eagle Book Shop video
In our latest Bytesize Borough video Peter Budek, owner of the Eagle Book Shop in Castle Road tells us just what he loves about Bedford.
VIDEO: Masaai dancers perform in the sunshine video
Only the sunshine gave the Oloip Maasai Dance Troop any similarity with their home - as they shared their dance, singing and traditions with hundreds of people.
Help is at hand in a crisis
Volunteers are needed to help two charities help vulnerable Bedford people when they are facing a crisis.
A new life begins for CAB volunteer
Being stranded in town is a thing of the past for disabled Jason Taylor because now he uses a state-of-the-art wheelchair.
Rough Cuts want your film ideas
Ever had a great idea for a film? Well a group of Bedford film-makers want to hear from you.
VIDEO: Portas on the agenda as Radio 4 visits Bedford video
The Portas pilot scheme and town centre regeneration was on the agenda when BBC Radio 4 came to Bedford today (June 4).
Do you know Elstow burglars?
Police are hunting for thieves after electrical equipment and a car were taken in a burglary in Elstow.
Leslie’s book price shoots up!
A writer whose love of historic weapons has seen him become an expert on the subject was shocked to discover that one of his books is now valued at over £500.
Sophie shops...for a sausage snack!
Bangers are the staple of every full English breakfast, and their popularity is without a doubt.
Do you know flasher?
A flasher is being hunted by police after exposing himself in Castle Road, Bedford.
Olympic dose of Pride In Bedfordshire
There are lots of people in Bedfordshire who work hard to raise the profile of the place they live.
Cash for schools. But will standards improve?
Bedford Borough’s schools are receiving a new lease of life thanks to nearly £26million in building works.
Castle Quarter fun ahead
A festival that celebrates all that goes on in the Castle Road part of Bedford is gearing up to be the best ever according to organisers.
Prostate breakthrough for hospital scientists
A supplement, made from pomegranate, green tea, turmeric and broccoli, has a significant effect on men with prostate cancer according to Bedford Hospital scientists.
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Thursday 20 June 2013
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