Bedford Today - Today's Choice Feed

Crowds flock to car show

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:11:53 GMT

Record crowds flocked to the 16th Bedfordshire Classic Motor Show held in the grounds of Woburn Abbey.

Gay marriage Bill progresses

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:46:10 GMT

A controversial plan to allow same-sex couples to marry was passed in the third reading of the Bill on Tuesday evening.

Shop is finalist in awards

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:36:34 GMT

A stationery shop has been nominated as one of the top card retailers in the UK.

Police investigate possible link between blaze and murder

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:48:42 GMT

Detectives investigating the murder of Kempston man Sharif Demirsay are investigating a car fire in Corby Close yesterday to establish any connection.

‘Top shop Michael Bailey’

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:46:34 GMT

Fifth Avenue Hair and Beauty Spa owner Kerry Cash talks to us about her favourite shop in Bedford.

Schools to benefit from cash injection thanks to new mayor

Wed, 22 May 2013 18:20:29 GMT

Parking issues and filling empty buildings are two major issues a Ampthill’s new mayor is set to focus on this year.

Buyers ‘cannot afford’ deposit for first flat

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:24:36 GMT

A first time buyer would need an average deposit of £22,782 to buy a flat in Bedford - which is beyond the reach of anyone on an average income a national campaign has claimed.

VIDEO: Crowds turn out for festival

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:43:55 GMT

Crowds turned out in the surprise sunshine on Sunday to see pupils Maypole and country dancing at Elstow May Festival.

VIDEO: Trainee assistance dogs say thank you

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:23:48 GMT

A day dedicated to thanking local supporters of a disabled charity in Bedford saw over 100 people attend the special event.

Cadets join forces with £10million care scheme

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:52:44 GMT

A unique link-up heralds the start of a long-awaited £10m residential housing development which will be the first in Bedford to cater for both residential and extra-care on the same site.

Commuters’ anger over ‘runaway’ train incident

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:46:33 GMT

Angry commuters were left stranded at Bedford station after the train driver went straight through Flitwick without stopping.

Bikers ride out for event

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:38:49 GMT

A Ride Free motorcycle event took place at Redborne Upper School in Ampthill to encourage bikers to continually improve their riding skills.

New leader of police force proposed

Fri, 17 May 2013 16:33:38 GMT

Bedfordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner Olly Martins has revealed the identity of his proposed candidate for the post of Chief Constable of Bedfordshire Police.

VIDEO: Car collides with wall

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:23:21 GMT

Firefighters worked for over an hour to free a trapped motorist from her vehicle today.

Support for MS patients

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:05:49 GMT

Multiple Sclerosis sufferers say their chronic pain has been relieved thanks to a new state-of-of -the-art machine.

We are the heart of park

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:36:18 GMT

The owners of a kiosk in the heart of Russell Park have spoken to us in the next instalment of Bytesize Borough.

Mr and Miss Bedfordshire to compete in national final

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:56:38 GMT

The new Mr and Miss Bedfordshire have been revealed.

Teen shaves off locks for charity

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:50:35 GMT

A teenager has had her luscious locks shaved off to raise money for cancer charities.

Covanta to go up in smoke?

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:42:12 GMT

The future of a controversial waste incinerator hangs in the balance after bosses announced their plan to sell the site.

Video: hand reared piglets at Whipsnade Zoo

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:49:40 GMT

Three wild boar piglets are being hand reared by zoo keepers - with the help of a cuddly toy sheep.