Bedfordshire

There is currently a police presence in Bedford Park after the discovery of a body just after 2.30 pm today (Thursday). Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with information is...

Police are investigating following the discovery of a body in Bedford Park this afternoon (Thursday)

Police are investigating following the discovery of a body in Bedford Park this afternoon (Thursday)

Bedford Borough Council has a history of making many cuts – but the new budget will “build services back up”, according to the councillor overseeing the council’s finances. Councillor Jim Weir...

Work is ongoing at the former Debenhams in Bedford says the council – despite concerns that nothing seems to be happening.

Nominations are now open for the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards 2024, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, celebrating the people who make Bedford Borough a better...

Central Bedfordshire Council is set to consult on the future of its Inspiring Music programme after a decline in participation.

A drug dealer who tried to discard evidence during a police stop has been jailed.

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, The Bedford...

After nearly four decades of safely guiding children across the road, Sue Walker has retired from her role as Bedford Road Primary Academy’s much-loved lollipop lady. Sue, who...

Bedford Borough Council has a history of making many cuts – but the new budget will “build services back up”, according to the councillor overseeing the council’s finances.

Stricter rules have been introduced to crack down on the online sales of knives with sellers required to report suspicious-looking purchases.

This initiative will provide vital sports and fitness opportunities for young people aged 11-18 (up to 25 for SEND) across Dunstable.

In collaboration with Dunstable Town Council, Bedfordshire Police, Be Active and other key council services, including Community Safety, the initiative promises to make a lasting impact. The project will primarily operate from The Dunstable Centre with a variety of sports and fitness activities tailored to the interests and needs of the participants.

A unique aspect of this project is a young persons’ forum, ensuring that the activities offered are driven by the very individuals they are designed to benefit. The Council’s leisure management contractor Everyone Active has also pledged to support the project by providing instructors and free-swimming opportunities for regular attendees.

Running for 50-weeks, the project aims to foster community involvement and tackle social inequalities and reduce anti-social behaviour. It will actively collaborate with community groups and stakeholders to ensure a diverse range of activities that cater to varied interests.

Councillor Steven Watkins, Executive Member for Leisure Services, welcomed the announcement, stating:

This funding is a fantastic boost for young people in Dunstable. By providing accessible and engaging activities, we are not only promoting active lifestyles but also creating a safe and supportive environment for young people to thrive. This initiative will play a key role in tackling social inequalities and reducing anti-social behaviour, and I look forward to seeing its positive impact on the community.

Councillor Liz Jones, Chair of Community Services for Dunstable Town Council, said:

Dunstable Town Council is pleased to partner on this project, which sits well with our ongoing initiatives to enhance opportunities for young people in Dunstable East. This project will provide additional avenues for young people within the town to engage in a diverse range of activities. The Town Council is able to support this project through offering youth workers to work alongside the coaches and centre staff thanks to the Million Hours Funding.

A group of sixth-form students in Bedford have received £1,000 from Bedford Giving to support their project aimed at helping young people across the borough prepare for exams and manage stress....

Central Bedfordshire Council’s plan to “delete” jobs will not impact on services, the council’s chief executive has said.

Bedford borough residents are challenging the council’s decision to replace physical parking permits and visitor permit books with an online-only system.

A Bedford resident and local radio presenter is releasing his latest single this month and says that since retiring he's never been so busy. Since giving up the day job, 70-year-old Barrie...

The stretch of the A421 between the A6 Bedford Central and Bedford South has reopened after a large diesel spillage yesterday evening (February 18).

Royal Mail has apologised after letters containing sensitive and personal information were found 'dumped' on a street outside a block of flats in Bedford. A total of sixteen letters...

It was a rest week for several of Bedford Hockey Club’s senior squads and for the junior age-group teams, although the Women’s Masters Over 35s and Over 55s saw action in the next...

Toys were a bit simpler back in the 1980s.

Central Bedfordshire Council needs to review which legal issues it should drop rather than fruitlessly fight to help reduce the amount it pays fees, a meeting heard.

Primary health care facilities across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes need over £180 million to get capacity to “average”.

Nominations are now open for the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, which are in partnership with the Harpur Trust and celebrate the unsung champions of Bedford Borough...

Bedford Borough Council is inviting residents to join the community Rivercare Clean Up next month.