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Help keep quality independent reporting alive across Bedford Borough. Subscribe for free, pledge £3 a month, or spread the word to fellow Bedfordians. Show your support: www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/progress-pub...
A brand new feature for this year's River Festival is the giant wheel in Russell Park; head down there to get unrivalled views of the festival and beyond. Find out more here: www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/watch-the-ri... #Bedford #BedfordNews #GiantWheel #FairgroundRides #RiverFestival #ThingsToDo
Say "hello" to just a few of the hundreds of local people who will be looking after people at the River Festival this weekend. Fond out more in our ultimate guide here: www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/watch-the-ri...
Ever feel like you’re only getting half the story on your feed? 🤷♂️ Here are three simple ways to support the Bedford Independent today. Every bit keeps local journalism alive in our Borough. Support us here www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/progress-pub... #Bedford #BedfordNews #LocalNews
Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all… www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/bedford-ian-... #Bedford #BedfordNews #Satire
As part of Indie News Week, we’ve been talking about why independent local news matters. Support us by signing up for our daily email, or buy us a coffee. We'd appreciate the caffeine boost! 📧 www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/dailyemail ☕️ www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/progress-publishing-reader-support
It's Indie News Week, highlighting the role local journalism plays in helping maintain a healthy community ecosystem. If you value what we do, here are a few ways you can support us. More details in comments... #Bedford #BedfordNews #LocalNews #LocalJournalism #IndieNewsWeek #INW2026 #IndieNews
Why are our stories being redacted today? Because it represents what the reality could be if ethical, trusted and independent news didn't exist. Read more here: www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/bedford-independent-and-bedford-clanger-redact-stories-to-warn-no-news-is-bad-news #LocalNews #INW2026
Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all… #Bedford #BedfordNews #Satire #Parking #Sleep #ASB #Motorcycling #Accuracy #Journalism #Sport www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/bedford-ian-...
We’re pleased to launch a new monthly column that will focus on charities across Bedford Borough, raising awareness of their work and the people they help... #Bedford #BedfordNews #Column #Charity #CreatingMemories
Thirsty Records and Coffee Shop, on Harpur Street, was presented with the award after being nominated by regular customer Martin Buck, who is severely sight-impaired... #Bedford #BedfordNews #SightConcern #ThirstyRecords #Award #RecordShop www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/bedford-reco...
“We seem to have a lot of large-scale applications coming in, which is becoming a problem...” #Bedford #BedfordNews #Planning #LocalPlan2050 #Housing www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/concerns-ove...
The new season of guided walks exploring Bedford's fascinating history begins this weekend (Sunday, 12 April)... #Bedford #BedfordNews #GuidedWalks #ThingsToDoBedford www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/bedford-tour...
Bedford Sings has appointed Charlotte Brosnan as the founding choral director of the new Bedford Sings Youth Choir, giving a voice to primary-aged children in years four to six... #Bedford #BedfordNews #BedfordSings www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/raising-youn...
The company says it is acting to protect the safety and welfare of people on site as activity increases... #Bedford #BedfordNews #Drone #UniversalStudios #NoFlyZone
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A councillor had sought permission for a judicial review of the notice for the meeting, arguing that it was issued one day late... #Bedford #BedfordNews #Wixams #TownCouncil #JudicialReview www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/court-reject...
Just one more day to nominate a Bedford Independent Everyday Hero. One of the categories is the Raising the Profile of Bedford Borough Award, sponsored by Quarry Theatre at St Luke's. Make your nomination here: progresspublishing.typeform.com/Heroes2025 #Bedford #BedfordNews #Awards #LocalHeroes
(Link to nominate at the end of this caption). Just two days to get your nominations in for the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, in partnership with The Harpur Trust. Make your nomination here: progresspublishing.typeform.com/Heroes2025
Three may be the magic number for many, but it's also how many days you have left to get your nominations in for the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards, in partnership with The Harpur Trust. Make your nomination at the link below... www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/young-driven...
We've extended the deadline, and there are five days left to nominate an Everyday Hero, including a Young Achiever (under 13). Do you know someone who makes Bedford brilliant? #Bedford #BedfordNews #Awards #EverydayHeroes #Nominations #YoungAchiever www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/from-sport-t...
Nominate now! The Youth Voice Award is open to individuals or teams aged 25 and under who have spoken up on behalf of young people, as well as organisations advocating for under-18s. progresspublishing.typeform.com/Heroes2025 www.bedfordindependent.co.uk/a-night-to-r...
We’re now on our Christmas break until 5 January. We’ll keep an eye on urgent news and sport, but our service will be reduced. For now, thanks to our readers, patrons, sponsors, donors and supporters for your continued support in 2025. We wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy 2026. 🎄
If you or a loved one needs some help, it's ok to ask. As part of Men's Mental Health Awareness month, the Bedford Independent would like to encourage you to look out for yourself and each other... www.mind-blmk.org.uk #MentalHealth #Bedford #BedfordNews #MensMentalHealth
It’s beginning to look a lot like… Bought in Bedford Christmas 2025! From local shopping, great places to eat & drink and what's on, we’re shining a star on the independent businesses that make Christmas in Bedford so special. Read it online: issuu.com/bedfordclang... #BoughtInBedford #ShopLocal
☃️ We cannot wait to share with you our festive guide to Christmas in Bedford this year... just two more sleeps ❄️ #BoughtInBedford #ShopLocal #BedfordIndies #BedfordNews #Bedford #IndependentBusinesses #Christmas #ChristmasShopping
🎅We are feeling festive as the finishing touches are being made to Bought In Bedford Christmas 2025 before heading to White Hart Press. ☃️ 🎁Watch this space for a sneak peek to read it online before the printed copies hit the streets.🎄 #BoughtInBedford #ShopLocal #ChristmasShopping #BedfordIndies
#Ad This Friday, Bedford Blues will light up the Bedford skyline with their Fireworks Display & Funfair 🫶 Don’t leave it to the last minute to get tickets or risk disappointment; buy yours now ➡️ bit.ly/BluesTicket1 #BluesFamily #BedfordisBlue #Fireworks #FireworksDisplay #BonfireNight #GuyFawkes
