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Thaila-Jade Mason at the SIAB Schools International - November 2024

Last chance to secure funding for Bedford athletes

Cycle lane. Photo by Damian Gillie/Construction Photography/Avalon/Getty Images

Bedford to benefit from £480k cash boost for more footpaths and cycle tracks

Bedford Hospital

Councillors urged to "be part of the solution" in East West Rail car park debate

Adjusting the radiator.

Watch: 11 Bedfordshire areas eligible for cold weather payment

File photo of a classroom.

Gap between disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged Bedford pupils widens

File photo of school uniforms on display (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Concerns over government bill that could make school uniforms cheaper

Borough Hall, Bedford - Image LDRS

'Robust checks needed before housing children at unregistered placements'

Gamers compete in PC gaming. Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images

Young autistic people encouraged to join online gaming community

Bedford Sixth Form Winners The Learning Lounge with Bedford Borough Council's CEO Laura Church and Mayor of Bedford Borough Tom Wootton

100 year 12s from across Bedford wow council with their project ideas

Councillors called for more certainty over the fate of the Oasis Beach Pool site in Bedford.

Call for more certainty over Oasis site as council's spending plan delayed

Bedford Foodbank Bedford Foodbank will use this donation to go towards its essential food supply packages, for local families in need this Christmas.

From homes to hearts: Dandara support Bedford Foodbank with Christmas donation

Independent housebuilder Dandara is supporting the Bedford Borough this Christmas with a £1,000 donation to Bedford Foodbank to go towards its essential food supply packages, for local families in need this Christmas.

Lauren McCarthy

File photo of children being taught by their mum during a homeschooling session (Photo by Nicole Neri for The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Steep rise in number of Bedford children being home schooled

Councillor Christine McHugh Image: Bedford Borough Council Lib Dem Group

Bedford's school crossing patrols 'under threat' due to proposed funding cut

Two flood alerts have been issued by the Environment Agency covering Bedford, in response to recent rainfall

Warning for flooding in Bedford after alerts issued by Environment Agency

Bedford bus station

Bus review reveals one 600-journey route had just 270 passengers

A new schedule for Christmas bin collections has been announced

When will bins be collected over Christmas and New Year - full schedule

Blake Stephenson MP leads a Westminster Hall debate on tourism in Bedfordshire

MP Blake Stephenson urges Government to ‘turbo charge’ Bedfordshire economy with...

Oasis Beach Pool in Bedford.

Oasis Beach Pool could close for good - just months after £500k refurbishment

Borough Hall, Bedford. Image LDRS

"200-year-old dream" for Bedford canal takes step forward

Dog poo has been piling up across Bedford say Liberal Democrats.

Residents resorted to emptying overflowing dog poo bins across Bedford

The Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Mrs Susan Lousada playing cricket with Bedford Free School. Picture: Monica Wells

Wixams Academy celebrates opening of new cricket sports hall and teaching block

Young boy cutting tomatoes

Free family cooking course for families across Bedford offered by community char...

Mayor Tom Wootton pictured with John McReynolds, Senior Vice President of External Affairs from Universal Destinations and Experiences

Theme park could boost Bedford economy says Universal boss on tour of town

Microgrants

New grants programme launched for small local organisations

Mentees

Bedford Giving is looking for Volunteer Career Mentors to help make a difference

An aerial view of Bedford. Photo by Historic England Archive/Heritage Images via Getty Images

Council voices concerns over "potential march" in Bedford

Huge crowds at the River Festival.

Taxi drivers raise concerns over illegal touting at Bedford River Festival

File photo of children in a classroom

New secondary school in Bedford could be open for 2027

Plans to build a new five-form entry secondary free school in Bedford borough are progressing, a senior council officer has said.

John Guinn, Local Democracy Reporter

Activities including sports, arts and crafts, music, and outdoor adventures will be available as part of the programme

Healthy meals, fun activities and free childcare for families this summer

Bedford hosted its 5th Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park event yesterday (10/6)

Hundreds take part in Bedford’s annual Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park event

An artist's impression of the new SEN school which will open in the autumn

Opening of new Rivertree Free School SEN school in Kempston delayed

Universal Studios has bought land at Kempston Hardwick (Picture: Pixabay)

'Overwhelming' support for Bedford Universal Studios theme park plan

Universal Studios has bought land at Kempston Hardwick (Picture: Pixabay)

Plan for potential new Universal theme park could be granted by Government

New campaign launched to catch up on children's missed vaccinations

Campaign launched for children’s missed vaccinations amid rise in measles cases

Borough Hall, Bedford. Image LDRS

Over £200k saved after council recovered 17 properties used for tenancy fraud

A homeless man begs for small change on the streets (Picture: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Number of rough sleepers in Bedford rises from two to 18, meeting told

L to R: Councillors Nicola Gribble, Ralley Rahman, Caroline White

Hear from inspiring Bedford women at International Women's Day event

Borough Hall, Bedford Image LDRS

Mayor’s Climate Change Fund still has grants available for Bedford buildings

Do you think a leisure village is what the town needs?

Feasibility study to look into state-of-the-art leisure village in Bedford

The East West rail route

Latest reports on East West Rail to be livestreamed by Bedford Borough Council

Russell Park and inset, a dragon boat themed hole design

New mini golf course coming to Bedford's Russell Park

Oasis Beach Pool seen from above. Picture: TheBusinessVisuals.co.uk

Temporary closure for Bedford leisure facilities as new provider takes over

Close up of a minature house resting on new pound coins with a white background

Council tax scheme to support Bedford's "poorest and most in need" will continue

The closed Debenhams store in Bedford. Picture: Tony Margiocchi

Council reveals plans to buy former Debenhams building in Bedford town centre

The post box will help people with loss. Submitted image.

Bedford's Norse Road Crematorium introduces 'Post box to Heaven'

The move was inspired by the touching story of a nine-year-old girl

Cat Thompson

The event is taking place at Bedford Corn Exchange and the Harpur Suite

Young people with special needs invited to adulthood festival

Bedford mayor's Christmas card competition is now open

Get creative and help design Mayor Tom’s Christmas card

Have your say on future provision of EV charging points in Bedford Borough

Have your say on future of electric vehicle charging points across Bedford

Bedford Borough Council is encouraging residents to join The BIG Recycling Hunt

Find 'lost recyclables' that end up in the wrong bin this Recycle Week

The Cultural Roots Sound System Museum. Picture: Bedford Borough Council

Iconic reggae and technological history exhibit arrives in Bedford

Free swimming is on offer as part of the Big Event Day

Fusion Invites Bedford to ‘Get Sportaneous’ - exciting free Big Event Day for al...

The Crematorium on Norse Road. Picture: Bedford Borough Council

Remember loved ones at special service at crematorium

An example of some of the Harpur Trust's grants which have been awarded to local projects

More than £1million awarded for Bedford community projects

Rural community and business projects inn Bedfordshire can apply for grants up to £20,000 to help boost the local economy

Bedford council gives rural communities a funding boost with grants up to £20k

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Help shape the future of Bedford by taking part in council survey

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