Police get new cells
The new temporary custody suite at Bedfordshire Police’s HQ had its first prisoner locked up by lunchtime on the first day of operation. Police and Crime Commissioner Olly Martins said: “Not only do...
View ArticleKaraoke this Saturday
This weekend will see plenty of musical choice for those who are situated in and around Chronicle Country.On Saturday evening Sandy Conservative Club will be back from their summer break and will...
View ArticleCountry fayre remembers First World War heroes
All the fun of the fayre comes to St Andrew’s Church, Biggleswade next weekend.The event will run on Saturday, September 20, from 10.30am to 3.30pm, the day before the memorial service on the market...
View ArticleGeoff Cox’s DVDs: Frank, Legends Of Oz: Dorothy’s Return, Only Lovers Left Alive
On first look you might not be able to recognise the star of quirky comedy drama FRANK (Curzon).For Michael Fassbender wears a large papier-mache head to play the title character in this strange and...
View ArticleGovia to take over rail services
On Sunday, September 14 Govia will take over running the Thameslink and Great Northern rail services.It replaces First Capital Connect.The move is the first phase of the new Govia Thameslink Railway...
View ArticleGovia launches new era on Thameslink and Great Northern
Govia begins running its Thameslink and Great Northern rail services this Sunday, September 14.GTR is the largest rail franchise in the UK in terms of passenger numbers, trains, revenue and staff; and...
View ArticleMeningitis survivor shares his story
A man who survived meningitis is sharing his first-hand experience of meningitis and septicaemia to help raise awareness of the symptoms.Paul Wadeson, who lives in Shefford, has stepped forward to...
View ArticleAaron set to tackle Duathlon
I am: Aaron Ball, 26 of Kings Reach, Biggleswade.What is the event?: London Ultra Duathlon, Richmond park, on September 14.What the event entails: A 20km run, 77km bike and 10km run.Charity: Action for...
View ArticleIt takes two to tandem
I am: Andrew Dobie, 32 of The Parks, Everton.Local connections: I work for DomRiss care as a carer in Biggleswade, Sandy, Broom, Moggerhanger, Upper Caldicote and so on.Event: Riding a tandem from...
View Article2014 Bug Walk raises crucial cash
The 2014 Biggleswade Bug Walk proved to be another major success.As per previous years the weather was good and the meander through Shuttleworth, Old Warden, Northill, Ickwell and Broom Pits was well...
View ArticleBeautiful walks to end summer on perfect note
Enjoy the best sites in Chronicle Country with guided walks held by Sandy Tourist Information Centre.Today, the centre will hold a Potton to Sutton walk, which also forms part of the Bedfordshire...
View ArticleAlistair Burt MP: One little boy and a big dilemma
I suspect there are few readers who were not caught up in the recent drama of little Ashya King whose parents disagreed with medical experts about his condition, and chose to remove him from hospital....
View ArticleClassy spy thriller is a slow-burner, says Matt Adcock
With Islamic militants all over the current news agenda, it seems timely to check Anton Corbijn’s new film, A Most Wanted Man, writes Matt Adcock.He brings master crime writer John le Carré’s novel to...
View ArticleNew guide sets out the future of development in Central Bedfordshire
New guidance, which sets out clear advice about new developments, has been published by Central Beds Council.The council is proposing to deliver 31,000 new homes and 27,000 new jobs by 2031 in order to...
View ArticleAutumn burglary warning
Police are asking Bedfordshire residents to make their houses look and feel occupied at all times and report any strange activity to stop burglars this autumn.As the nights start to get darker burglars...
View ArticleDisabled riders need your help!
A riding school that has helped thousands of handicapped riders is asking people to help them to win a £3,000 grant.The Bedford & District Handicapped Riders Association (BDHRA), based in Balls...
View ArticleMaking a splash for charity
A salon has got involved in the ice bucket challenge to raise money in memory of a former colleague who died of cancer.The team is raising money for St John’s Hospice, where Kirsty spent her last...
View ArticleNo further action to be taken against commissioner
Police and Crime Commissioner Olly Martins is to face no further action of alleged disclosure of sensitive information.In August 2014, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) asked the CPS...
View ArticleWorking vintage rally at Mid Beds farm
The 38th Working Vintage Rally will be held at St Judes Farm in Haynes this weekend. There will be over 100 old tractors on display, with many ploughing and cultivating part of the rally field. There...
View ArticleBiggleswade hosts St Andrew’s Country Fayre
The St Andrew’s Country Fayre takes place in Biggleswade on Saturday, September 20.The event will run from 10.30am to 3.30pm, the day before the memorial service on the market square to remember those...
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