Bedfordshire

Bedford boxing talent, Michael Stephenson must now wait until November for his next fight after his planned debut on Sky Sports was cancelled at the final moment due to an injury to his opponent...

A selection of art and antiques from the manor where Bedford’s famous son John Bunyan was imprisoned is to go under the hammer on October 3.

Funding for axed bus routes in Bedford is to be re-allocated improving services for many passengers in Goldington, Kempston, Putnoe, and Shortstown.

Plans for up to 93 homes in Bromham would occupy land wanted for a railway linking Bedford and the Universal Studios theme park to Northampton and further afield, says a transport group.

Networking can be daunting for anyone starting out, so the team at YouthTV Connect is ditching the formal suits and awkward small talk for something a little more competitive: laser tag...

Bedford's opposition councillors are claiming a victory after the council's Executive Committee report says it will reinstate funding for axed bus routes. After bus-users in Goldington...

Bedford Hospital is planning a £50m expansion to its urgent and emergency care facilities. Local people are being invited to share their views on the new designs at a public...

A pair of hero rowers saved a bride's big day by rescuing her wedding veil after it blew into a river.

Adults looking to progress into training or work can join a free eight-week course at Jubilee Park, combining environmental conservation with mental health support and employability skills...

Police have released a picture of a missing 15-year-old as they appeal for help to find her.

A pair of hero rowers saved a bride's big day by rescuing her wedding veil after it blew into a river.

On 20 September 2026, the Right Reverend Richard Atkinson, Bishop of Bedford, gave a sermon as part of the Sheriff of Bedfordshire's Justice Service at St Paul's Church, Bedford...

A bus operator is warning its customers to prepare for significant delays due to roadworks in Bedford.

Ministers have issued strict environmental conditions for the £6bn Universal Studios project at Kempston Hardwick, demanding regular pollution monitoring of Elstow Brook and protection for wildlife...

Supporters and volunteer drivers gathered to celebrate 20 years of the Primrose Car Service, which has provided nearly 100,000 free, compassionate journeys...

A Bedford mum, who says she was misdiagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, has launched a surgery fundraiser to help save the use of her hands.

Bedford bus passengers are being urged to allow extra travel time this week, as carriageway reconstruction works on Greyfriars cause major delays to Grant Palmer services...

Strict monitoring of Elstow Brook for pollution and sediment is being demanded by the government in its latest update on the planned Universal theme park near Bedford.

A Bedford mum, who says she was misdiagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, has launched a surgery fundraiser to help save the use of her hands.

A new provider is set to operate pest control services on behalf of Bedford Borough Council.

Bandhan Bedford is a vibrant group of women of Indian origin that has grown into a strong, welcoming community over the past eight years, bringing people together to celebrate culture...

Bedford Town have reached the third qualifying round of the FA Cup for the first time since the 09/10 season following Saturday's 2-1 home victory over King’s Lynn Town...

18 September 2026: Parking prats, Party rift?, and Madness madness. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings-on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…

More than 500 businesses took part in the latest Working with Universal event held in Bedford.

Four drivers must pay a combined total of more than £3,400 after Bedford Borough Council investigators caught them illegally using disabled parking Blue Badges in the town centre...