Kempston10 Feb 2026Overturned cattle lorry closes section of A421The road is closed for several hours following the crash.10 Feb 20269 Feb 2026Four men deny charges in 'stolen' house caseThey are accused of conspiracy to defraud home owners by illegally selling their properties.9 Feb 202627 Jan 2026Plans to build 105 homes on former school sitePlans are being submitted to build a mix of homes and apartments on the site of a former school.27 Jan 202623 Jan 2026'High risk' offender jailed for child sex crimesLuke Williamson's admitted 20 offences which took place across several regions. 23 Jan 202620 Oct 2025Closed footbridge could be replaced with a new oneIt is hoped work on a new bridge could begin early next year.20 Oct 202524 Jul 2025Man who started Christmas tree pub fire sentencedA welder is given a suspended jail term after a Christmas party "prank" set a pub on fire. 24 Jul 202522 Jul 2025Area with four drive-throughs could see more addedA planning application for business units and drive-through restaurants is being considered.22 Jul 202518 Jun 2025Teen stabbed and left for dead, murder trial toldFive teens accused of murdering a 17-year-old boy in Bedford have gone on trial at a Luton court. 18 Jun 202514 Jun 2025'If I'm frustrated by school, farm calms me down'Pupils and staff at a special educational needs school say its farm helps them feel happy and safe.14 Jun 2025...
