Myths around help to buy
It’s been a year since the government’s Help to Buy scheme was launched, and to mark the scheme’s first birthday David Wilson Homes is hoping to clear up some of the myths and misconceptions.With the...
View ArticleWhy not enjoy a gander at some great gardens?
Have a gander around some glorious gardens next weekend.Eight of Great Gransden’s prettiest gardens will be open to the public for the Garden Gander, which has now been running for five years.The...
View ArticleSociety wins award for aeroplane work
An aviation society has been given a prestigious award.The Shuttleworth Veteran Aeroplane Society of volunteer workers has been honoured with a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.The group supports...
View ArticleMan injured in ladder fall
A man has suffered serious pelvic injuries after falling 10 feet from a ladder.Ambulance crews were called to Stotfold Road in Arlesey shortly before 6pm on Thursday (June 5).An ambulance, paramedic...
View ArticleMatt Adcock’s film review: Grace of Monaco is glossy enough, but pretty ghastly
“When I married Prince Rainier, I married the man and not what he represented or what he was. I fell in love with him without giving a thought to anything else.”One has to wonder quite what director...
View ArticleAlan Dee: All set for a samba-soaked celebration of soccer? Answer these...
As football’s global showcase finally cranks into action, here are a few questions to ask yourself if you’re worried that you are being taken in once again by what’s billed as a samba-soaked...
View ArticleAward for health and safety care is given to company
A company has won a Responsible Care Award.Dakram Materials in Biggleswade has won the Chemical Business Association’s (CBA) Office Only and Overall Responsible Care Award.The business is located in...
View ArticleAlan Dee’s film preview: It didn’t take 12 years to find another...
After the critical and commercial success of 12 Years A Slave, it’s no surprise that Hollywood has been looking to serve up other stories with similar ingredients.So say hello to Belle – based on a...
View ArticleScientific visits to explore woodland
Young scientists have been investigating the plants and minibeasts which live in Maulden Woods as part of their Woodland Highlights project. Funded by a Royal Society Partnership Grant, the Southill...
View ArticleMusic to celebrate the summer solstice
Celebrate the summer solstice at a concert.Sound Code Sirius consists of Tom and Charlie, musicians and sound healers who work with mantra, chant, harmony and sound codes. They play both traditional...
View ArticleFCC scores 100 per cent
First Capital Connect now has scored 100 per cent for safety and security in its car parks.All of the company’s car parks now have a police and Home Office ParkMark award.Each car park has been...
View ArticleCenter Parcs opens to holidaymakers
Nestled in 362 acres of Bedfordshire forest, the latest Center Parcs village has now opened its doors to holidaymakers.The Woburn Forest centre saw the arrival of its first guests eager to relax in its...
View ArticleArtistic flair at town’s station
Artistic pupils at a school have helped bring a splash of colour to a railway station.Biggleswade Railway station now features four murals, which were inspired by designs created by Ivcl Valley School...
View ArticleLED street lights are the county’s future
Energy efficient street lights are to be rolled out across the area.The LED lights were introduced as a pilot in Shefford as part of an energy saving initiative by Central Beds Council and Shefford...
View ArticleCharity stair climb brings home £1,000
Three charity climbers raised more than £1,000 for the Bone Cancer Research Trust.Joanne Todd of Brunel Drive in Biggleswade is in remission from the illness.Along with twin sister, Tracey Botazzi, and...
View ArticleTown prepares for carnival celebrations
It’s finally here! After months of preparation Sandy Carnival bring the community together in celebration tomorrow (Saturday, June 14).The carnival takes a lot of work from the committee behind the...
View ArticleSupport for carers
This week is Carers Week and to mark this Bedfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group has launched a carers’ information pack to provide support and advice to carers.A carer is someone who spends a...
View ArticleGeoff Cox’s DVDs: Her, As I Lay Dying, Knocked For Six
For lovers of oddball films like Being John Malkovich and Adaptation, look no further than sci-fi drama HER (15: Entertainment In Video).Funny, touching and thought-provoking, this terrific picture...
View ArticleRape case grandfather goes on trial
A grandfather has gone on trial accused of raping his grandson and ex-wife more than 10 years agoThe 58 year old is alleged to have committed the offences in his lorry in 2003.This week Luton crown...
View ArticleFootball fans warned of dangers of drink driving
Bedfordshire Police are warning World Cup football fans not to be tempted to get behind the wheel after having a drink. Police officers will be targeting drivers throughout the tournament, both after...
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