Beware of raves this weekend
There is an increased likelihood of raves this weekend. according to Beds police.The police are reminding all owners of land and rural businesses to check their property and ensure that all buildings...
View ArticleSummer schemes for youngsters
The summer holidays are fast approaching.Central Beds Council has put together a handy guide to help parents keep their children occupied throughout the long school holiday. The Schools Out booklet...
View ArticleWet and wild at Langford Raft Race
The hugely popular Langford Raft Race takes place on Saturday, July 5.The annual event down the River Ivel, starting at noon, is always hotly contested.It is followed by the village fete on the playing...
View Article“I will be doing the Starlight Hike in memory of my mum”
A woman who lost her mum to cancer is encouraging others to get involved in the Starlight Hike. Phillippa Evans, who is one of St John’s Hospice’s ambassadors, shares her story:“My association with Sue...
View ArticleOutsmarting distraction burglars
Take time to be sure before you open the door.That’s the advice from the water watchdog the Consumer Council for Water (CCWater) which has published its top tips to help households outsmart distraction...
View ArticleShefford mayor Paul Mackin: Volunteers in our community
When I look at my community I find it amazing that so many groups, jobs and events rely entirely on people volunteering their time, skill and resources. Some people receive a small amount of money for...
View ArticleAirport lift off for expansion
The long-awaited expansion of Luton Airport will take flight after the council signed off final details on the plan.The £100m development will take the airport’s annual passenger capacity from 12...
View ArticleChanges ahead for our level crossings?
Level crossings across Chronicle Country could be closed.Network Rail is currently undertaking a feasibility study into the closure of all level crossings between London and Doncaster.This would...
View ArticleRicahrd bags a ball with Hatters boss
Richard Harvey of Gamlingay is pictured with Luton Town FC manager John Still being presented with a fully-signed match ball.Richard attended the last game of the season with his father Keith who...
View ArticleRobotic heroes in Transformers franchise are starting to creak
Transformers: Age of Extinction is an adventure 65 million years in the making – and one that feels almost that long to watch.I’m sure that the shady aliens referred to only as the ‘Creators’ had...
View ArticleBat walk
Two evening bat walks will be held at the John O’Gaunt Golf Club next month.Local expert Tony Aldous and Greenkeeper Steve Thompson will lead the event.They will start from the car park at 9pm on...
View ArticleFirst aid app for cyclists
St John Ambulance has launched a free first aid app specifically for cyclists.With three million people now cycling three times a week or more the charity has created the app to ensure cyclists are...
View ArticlePedal power raises jamboree funds
A group of Scouts and their families donned helmets and shorts for a 38-mile tour of Chronicle Country on their bikes to raise funds for a trip of a lifetime to Japan next year. The cyclists visited...
View ArticleAngling to raise cash for Help for Heroes
A fundraising event is set to take place this weekend to raise money for Help for Heroes.Carping4Heroes will take place at Manor Farm Lakes near Biggleswade and will feature a team match with the Army,...
View ArticleStrike
A number of unions will be calling on their members to take one day strike action on Thursday (July 10).Central Beds Council said that while it is working to minimise disruption to local services...
View ArticleAlan Dee: Town Centre Dead Pool is worth another run around the block
Ireckon the time is right to give Town Centre Dead Pool another go, don’t you?It’s an idea I had a while back but failed to exploit in such a way that I was able to retire on the royalties. It’s still...
View ArticleStories from the trenches at this exhibition
Stories from the trenches are set to be shared at a special exhibition at Stotfold Mill.A World War One exhibition will be taking place at the mill on July 20 to mark the 100th anniversary of the...
View ArticleChildren’s hubs consultation
Who should receive help from the children’s centres?A consultation is underway seeking feedback on four possible options for delivering important services to local families. The centres are run by...
View ArticleA barnstorming success
An historic barn at Kings Hill Farm on the Shuttleworth College estate has been restored thanks to the work of Bedford College staff and some special students.A dozen young men have been learning the...
View ArticleNew care home and houses on the cards
Nearly 50 homes and a care home could be constructed if a planning application is approved.Bovis Homes wants to build on land at Bridge Farm off Ivel Road in Shefford. The site is outside but...
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