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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 2h

FA Cup round-up: Hemel Hempstead stun Yeovil

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FA Cup fourth qualifying round: Yeovil Town go out, Maldon & Tiptree in round one

A round-up of all Saturday's results in the FA Cup fourth qualifying round as two National League sides lose to lower-division opponents.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 4h

In-form MK Dons hammer Bristol Rovers

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 5h

Aston Martin marks 70-year bond with Newport Pagnell

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Aston Martin marks 70 years 'in hearts' of locals

The association of the luxury car makers with the town of Newport Pagnell has been celebrated.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 5h

Teens jailed for killing 17-year-old near bus stop

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Bedford teens who killed 17-year-old boy given custody terms

Two teenagers convicted of killing Thomas Taylor in Bedford in January receive custodial sentences.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 6h

Wilshere close to being appointed Luton manager

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Jack Wilshere: Former Arsenal midfielder is number one choice to take over at Luton Town

Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is the leading candidate to take over at League One Luton Town.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 8h

Father and son bond on 'football journey of love'

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Stevenage FC father and son fans bond travelling to every match

During the 2024/25 season, John and Oscar Aizlewood travelled to every Stevenage game, home and away.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 8h

'Fake' driving instructor intercepted by police

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Bletchley 'fake' driving instructor intercepted by police

A learner driver has their £37.50 an hour lesson interrupted by eagle-eyed officers.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 8h

National League delays kick-offs in aid of 3UP bid

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3UP Campaign: National League delays kick-offs in support of extra promotion place campaign

All National League games will kick-off three minutes late next month in support of the league's 3UP campaign for an extra promotion place to the EFL.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 12h

Murdered teen was kind and loyal, says family

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Tributes paid to 'kind and loyal' teen who was killed in Bedford

Thomas Taylor is remembered by his family after two teenagers are jailed over his death.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 12h

Family of murdered woman 'blocked' from yard search

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Muriel McKay family 'blocked' from radar yard scan search

Muriel McKay's family say a deathbed confession points to a new site where she could be buried.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 15h

Venue's bid to host Ryder Cup with £170m upgrade

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Luton Hoo bids to host Ryder Cup with £170m upgrade

The owner of Luton Hoo says he wants to create "the Augusta of Europe" at the Bedfordshire resort.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 15h

La Voix on why drag belongs in family entertainment

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La Voix explains why drag belongs on Strictly Come Dancing

"People think drag is new or it's a risk when it's actually one of the oldest art forms out there."

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 16h

Worker who stole £1m of car parts from firm jailed

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Worker who stole £1m of car parts from Milton Keynes firm jailed

Police find 1,000 parts at the home of Konrad Labinksi, who admits theft by employee.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 16h

Man in his 60s dies after van and motorbike crash

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Bedford fatal motorbike crash near A421sparks police appeal

Officers want to speak with drivers who were in the area when the collision happened on Tuesday.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 16h

East of England news quiz of the week

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East of England news quiz of the week 4-10 October

From cheeky signs and a puppy DNA test to Celebrity Traitors, how many questions can you get right?

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 16h

'Value for money' vow after rail nationalisation

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Greater Anglia nationalisation will deliver 'value for money'

The transport secretary says the move will bring value for money, but she did not promise lower fares.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 16h

Q&A: What will Greater Anglia's nationalisation mean?

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What nationalising Greater Anglia could mean for train passengers

Everything you need to know as Greater Anglia prepares to be nationalised on 12 October.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 16h

Students step in to help people navigate family legal system

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Bedfordshire students help those facing family legal system

Law students in Luton are helping people ineligible for legal aid and who cannot afford a solicitor.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

Teens jailed for killing 17-year-old near bus stop

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Bedford teens who killed 17-year-old boy given custody terms

Two teenagers convicted of killing Thomas Taylor in Bedford in January receive custodial sentences.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

Man denies stabbing dealer in scuffle, court hears

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Man denies stabbing dealer at flat in Cuffley, court hears

A drug user accused of murdering a dealer gives evidence in his defence at St Albans Crown Court.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

Lockyer returns to training after cardiac arrest

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Tom Lockyer: Wales defender training again after cardiac arrest at Bristol Rovers

Former Luton Town captain and Wales defender Tom Lockyer is back in training as he bids to return to football following his cardiac arrest.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

Venue's bid to host Ryder Cup with £170m upgrade

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Luton Hoo bids to host Ryder Cup with £170m upgrade

The owner of Luton Hoo says he wants to create "the Augusta of Europe" at the Bedfordshire resort.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

'Fake' driving instructor intercepted by police

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Bletchley 'fake' driving instructor intercepted by police

A learner driver has their £37.50 an hour lesson interrupted by eagle-eyed officers.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

Ex-traitor says celebrity 'can't be worse than me'

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Ex-traitor Linda says celebrity 'can't be worse than me'

Linda Rands from Hitchin responds to "cheeky" reference by one of the new celebrity traitors.

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Bedfordshire @bedfordshireuk.bsky.social · 1d

Man in his 60s dies after van and motorbike crash

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Bedford fatal motorbike crash near A421sparks police appeal

Officers want to speak with drivers who were in the area when the collision happened on Tuesday.

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