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Villagers stand up for 'eyesore' pub
Villagers are concerned that a former 16th century pub which has been left an 'eyesore' could be changed into residential use. Those living in Maulden say they don't want to lose the Grade IIlisted
Hundreds attend funeral of former Borough Councillor
Around 500 mourners attended the funeral of former Bedford Borough Councillor Celia Hanbury at All Saints' Church in Turvey on Friday.
Council wants your views on superfast broadband
There's still time to register your demand for Superfast broadband before councillors debate the issue in February.
Police appeal for wallet victim to come forward
Police are appealing for a potential victim to come forward after the theft of a wallet was reported to them by CCTV operators on Thursday.
Pothole service celebrates first anniversary
Bedford Borough Council's Pothole Hit Squad service is celebrating its first birthday this month as new figures show they filled more than 5,000 potholes during 2011...
Tree to be removed for safety reasons
Alarge poplar tree will be removed after part of it fell into the river taking part of the bank with it. For safety reasons, Bedford Borough Council will take the rest of the poplar tree which is at
Police warn of thieves flogging stolen jewellery
Detectives in Bedford are appealing for help from the public after several pieces of jewellery were stolen from a property in Bedford on Friday, January 20.
Illegal car seller fined
A car seller, who was repeatedly caught illegally selling cars, has been ordered to pay more than £5,000. Stuart Houghton, 55, of Seaton Drive, Bedford, appeared in court on January 19. He was
Young volunteer wins regional award
Volunteer worker has won a prestigious regional award for all her hard work for others and has now earned her place in the national final.
Thugs set dog on pensioner in unprovoked attack
Bedfordshire Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after an elderly man was assaulted in Biggleswade on Sunday.
Teenagers seen slashing car tyres
Several cars in the same area had their tyres slashed on Saturday night. A resident of Moulton Avenue, Bedford, called the police to say he had seen three teenagers damaging tyres at about 9.15pm as
Wind farm decision overruled
Plans for ten wind turbines to be built in a town have been approved by the planning inspectorate after a council initially refused to give permission. The proposal to erect the turbines in Langford
Free Fleecy Ear Muffs
Free Fleecy Expandable Ear Muffs worth £6.99 For Every Reader (Just pay £1.96 postage). Even though we have had a mild winter so far, we are bound to get a sudden cold snap before Spring is here.
Education funding under fire from top councillor
A top councillor has hit out at funding for education saying it is unfair for children in his council's area.
Fire service fights flames at lower school
Fire crews are tackling a fire in a classroom which broke out at a school this morning.
Beds MP calls for action on 'culture of sexism' at BBC
A Bedfordshire MP has said the Government should withhold the licence fee payout to the BBC unless the corporation does more to tackle sexist discrimination against female presenters...
Features
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The greatest opportunity to bring new life to town
Last week Bedfordshire on Sunday commented on the Riverside North development and how we agreed that we don't want a hotel group and cinema chain deciding the 'one-size' fits all design.
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There is no horsing around for talented a blockbuster role student who landed
One of Jeremy Irvine's greatest acting dates was performing at his school, Bedford Modern, before 300 people.
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BoS staff scoop top honours at awards
Four bedfordshire on Sunday staff collected top accolades at a prestigious awards ceremony.
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How county is getting in on Olympic Games
With less than 200 days to go until the 2012 Olympic Games, many of you may be feeling out of touch with the whole thing, particularly if you missed out on tickets.
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Scrapheap horns take centre stage in TV music show
One thing most learn at school is that papier mâché can be used to make almost anything from odd-shaped faces to hollow balloon shapes.
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Service aims to aid victims of nuisance
Over the festive season most of us settled down at home and enjoyed a few days off with the family. But a bit of peace and quiet has never been on the cards...
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The pros and cons of that incinerator...
It's almost month after the decision was announced to give Covanta permission to build an incinerator or energy from waste plant. While the news may have sunk in for those with a view on the facility,
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The highs and lows of being borough's mayor
It's just over two years since Dave Hodgson first became mayor of Bedford Borough.
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Danger's part of the job for stunt double Brad who steps into film stars' line of fire
Set on fire, thrown out of a plane, hanging out with Hollywood stars...It's all in a day's work for stuntman Brad Farmer. HAZEL SLADE talks to him about life on and off set.
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Prepared for Jesus to make his return in a Bedford house
Walking past some of the grand looking Victorian houses in Bedford you'd be forgiven for not knowing that one of them has been completely refurbished for the return of Jesus Christ in the Second
Sport Headlines
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Crowle eyes Leeds scalp
Bedford Blues team manager Rob Crowle says the Championship side are out to restore some pride on Sunday afternoon in a mouth-watering league encounter against Leeds Carnegie at Headingley
Keane and Morgan-Smith doubtful for Alfreton
Keith Keane is out and Amari Morgan-Smith is a doubt as Luton look to rediscover a winning formula in the Conference tomorrow (3pm) when Alfreton Town are the visitors.
Panesar and Broad give England edge
England were marginal favourites to level their three-match series against Pakistan thanks to Stuart Broad's runs and Monty Panesar's wickets by stumps on day three at the Zayed Stadium
Hughes out to bag Euro spot
After enjoying a hard-earned festive break Sandy swimmer Caleb Hughes insists the wheels are firmly in motion to make 2012 his best year yet
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Who classics in night of super charged rock
Simon townshend is set to play in Bedford next month as part of his UK tour.
Breakfast Club - With Heart FM's Stuart and Natalie
We were hooked to the Golden Globes, mainly because with Ricky Gervais at the helm you never quite know what you're going to get.
A night of classics
Beethoven with Jaroslaw Bedford Corn Exchange Saturday at 7.30pm Jaroslaw Nadrzycki, the amazing young Polish violinist who has consistently thrilled Bedford audiences, is in town again and this time...
What it's like to grow up in a strip club...
Brett Goldstein National Tour Harpur Suite, Bedford Corn Exchange Sunday, February 12 at 7.30pm Brett Goldstein is embarking on his debut national tour with his critically acclaimed show...
Top 10 - Last 24 Hrs
- Police appeal for wallet victim to come forward
- Police seek man targeting convenience shops
- Hundreds attend funeral of former Borough Councillor
- Villagers stand up for 'eyesore' pub
- Dog-owner used pets to harass four women
- Former councillor is killed in road collision
- Police and council in scrap metal theft joint venture
- Fire service fights flames at lower school
- Wind farm decision overruled
- Several pieces of gold stolen in burglary
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MoreVerge blaze man was decapitated
A man whose headless body was found on fire was blasted with a shotgun before being decapitated, police have said.
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MoreFA won't relish replay - Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted the Football Association might be hoping Manchester United's powderkeg FA Cup fourth-round tie with Liverpool on Saturday is settled at the first attempt.
