Bedford News
Bedford’s most popular newspaper, the Bedford Independent, is proud to provide up-to-date Bedford Borough news for Harpur Radio listeners…
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Bedford Cineworld amongst cinemas due to close
Cineworld at Aspects in Bedford has been named as one of the six cinemas across the UK that is set to close. Earlier this week, the chain said at least 25 of the hundred cinemas across...
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Tributes paid after ‘the heartbeat of Bedford Blues’ Gareth Davies dies aged 83
Fans of Bedford Blues and the wider sport of rugby union have been paying tribute to former player, team manager and President, Gareth Davies who has passed away at the age of 83 this week...
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18,370 butterflies spotted in Bedfordshire last summer, can we beat that this year?
Last summer, citizen scientists in Bedfordshire spotted 18,370 butterflies and day-flying moths during the Big Butterfly Count. This year, wildlife conservation charity, Butterfly Conservation, is issuing....
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Bedford Girls’ School alumna to represent GB at Paris Olympics
Bedford Girls’ School alumna, Revée Walcott-Nolan, is set to compete in her second Olympic Games this summer in Paris. Revée, who graduated from Bedford Girls’ School in 2013, will join a star-studded....
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“Best River Festival yet,” says the man who made it happen
Bjorn Hove, the man who leads on making sure the Bedford River Festival happens, has said this year could be the "best yet", with figures showing around 300,000 people attended the event...
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“Violent and controlling” teen sent to prison for abuse of girlfriend
A violent and controlling teenager who “physically and mentally” broke his partner was sentenced to 30 months’ detention today. Kieran Denne, 19, controlled his victim “like...
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Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner denies claims of ‘tactical’ deputy choice
Bedfordshire’s police and crime commissioner (PCC) said claims about his deputy’s (DPCC) selection are “balderdash”. Since the PCC, John Tizard, announced his choice of...
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What’s on Bedford: 25 July – 4 August 2024
Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from the Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions...
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82 people have received ‘pauper funerals’ in Bedford since 2016
Dozens of people who died in Bedford Borough have been buried or cremated in ‘pauper funerals’ in recent years. The Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984 places a statutory duty on...
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Bedfordshire Police recognised for supporting employees who are unpaid carers
An award that celebrates employers who support their employees who are also unpaid carers, has been jointly presented to Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire (BCH) police forces.....
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Monthly column: Bedford on the up and up
The last few months have been full of family-friendly events and achievements that have highlighted the brilliance of Bedford Borough; celebrating our tremendous communities and culture...
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Finally! Official contract for Wixams Station is signed
Bedford Borough Council has signed the official contract for Wixams Station, marking a significant milestone for the community and highly anticipated development. Wixams...
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