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Does your broadband contract come with a hidden catch?

Explainer Why broadband bills can rise even when you’re in contract

Thumbs down to burglars! The businesswoman and mum was determined to open up and keep going. Image: Ciara Thomson.

Owner of play village thanks 'lovely customers' for support after break-in

The council has urged residents to be on their guard against bogus callers and rogue traders

Warning after 'rogue traders' conned over £142k from Leighton Buzzard homeowners

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems

The smashed glass after the break-in. Image supplied by: Dave Allen.

Community thanked for 'rallying round' after burglar targets e-bike shop

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Six arrested as police seize drugs and £25k in high street businesses crackdown

Friends Ben and Ami met at an NCT antenatal group. Image supplied.

Leighton-Linslade parents design 'responsible smart phone' for children

The Top Bell's new look. Image: Punch Pubs & Co.

Leighton Buzzard's Top Bell pub is back open after refurb

GP websites across the country have been impacted (Picture: Brian Jackson, stock.adobe.com)

Bedfordshire GP websites hit by healthcare firm's collapse

A Poundland discount shop (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP via Getty Images)

Future of Poundland stores in doubt as company could face insolvency

The cheapest supermarket pumpkins might not be where you’d expect them to be this year

Aldi and Lidl beaten by two supermarket rivals in pumpkin price test
A comparison of fixed-price pumpkins at nine supermarkets has revealed two surprise winners, while Sainsbury’s Nectar shoppers can pick up two medium pumpkins for £1.
Gareth Butterfield

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Town councillors Jo Symes and Andrea Kidd celebrating the free Christmas buses. Image: Leighton Buzzard Lib Dems.

Ride on the L service for free during all four Christmas Saturdays

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

One of three Leighton Buzzard warehouses let by Adroit Real Estate Advisors

Three Leighton Buzzard warehouse lettings signal a positive for business

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Taffy and Chaloner working together in 2025. Image: Mark Lewis.

Leighton Buzzard Railway brewing up 'Coffee Pot' locomotive festival

'Best Pizza in Town': Paulo's car. Image: Paulo Benfeito

That's amore! Fresh pizza to your doorstep thanks to car boot kitchen

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire, Umme Ali, hosted the event at the Addison Centre in Kempston

HerSpace event held to promote support for women and girls across Bedfordshire

The Harpur Suite, in Harpur Square (Picture: Patricia Payne/Historic England Archive)

New forum will build on opportunities to help shape the future of Bedfordshire

Graham and Emma Bramley. Image: Bramley Engineering.

Leighton Buzzard engineering business celebrates new sister company in Somerset

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

The GAMSTOP website. Image: GAMSTOP.

Coroner calls for National Lottery inclusion in scheme to block gambling access

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Care home rating slashed from outstanding to inadequate after damning inspection
Government inspectors have downgraded a Bedfordshire care home rating from outstanding to inadequate.
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We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

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New local media planning tool Raid has launched

If you’re reliant on decent broadband, this is a great reason to switch to something faster

Working from home? This broadband offer comes with a £150 Gift Card

This year's guide is out now

7 new Bedfordshire pubs included in this year's CAMRA Good Beer Guide

The event is being held at Wixams Academy on October 10

Careers fair to showcase roles and job opportunities with Bedfordshire Police

The Top Bell. Image supplied by: Punch Pubs & Co.

Leighton Buzzard pub set for refurbishment under new owners

Households are being urged to check their broadband bills, as staying on the same deal too long could cost hundreds of pounds a year.

Broadband mistake could cost you £452 a year

Costa Coffee has announced its store in Leighton Buzzard High Street will close later this month

Coffee shop chain confirms closure of Leighton Buzzard High Street store

Christian Bale outside Mentmore Towers in Batman Begins

Mentmore Towers owner hits out at claims Batman building could be purchased

Leighton Buzzard Market and the Market Cross. Image: Iconic Media Group.

Special markets coming to Leighton Buzzard this September

Leighton Buzzard Market

Leighton Buzzard’s historic market challenged by ‘trading headwinds’

Alex Mayer MP outside The Range. Image: Alex Mayer MP.

Broken car park lights will be fixed thanks to MP

Fancy better broadband and a £150 shopping voucher? This deal might be for you

Vodafone Business broadband deal gives new customers a £150 Gift Card

Be Green Go Electric. Image: Central Bedfordshire Council.

Test drive an EV at Central Bedfordshire 'Be Green Go Electric' event

Caprinos Pizza

Caprinos Pizza opens today - with special offers and free food up for grabs

Cheddington Action Group and Aylesbury MP Laura Kyrke-Smith. Photo: Kevin Sansbury

Campaign group criticises Local Plan with village earmarked for 7,450 houses

Tight Lines Tackle is celebrating its first anniversary on Sunday (August 23)

Anniversary offers at Leighton Buzzard fishing tackle shop will get you hooked
A Leighton Buzzard fishing tackle shop is celebrating its first year anniversary this weekend with a few giveaways.
Olga Norford

Christian Bale outside Mentmore Towers in Batman Begins

Famous Batman building may face compulsory purchase over long-standing repairs

The Tourism Minister chaired the first meeting with local leaders to discuss how the benefits of the Universal United Kingdom Resort will be spread across the region.

Talks held to maximise benefits of landmark Universal theme park

Preply's limited-time promotion links you up with a live tutor and gets you started on a learning journey for free

This code gets you a free private language lesson with a live tutor

A line of electricity pylons (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)

Urgent repairs under way to fix power cuts fault in Linslade

Sandy Heath Transmitter

Call to keep Sandy Heath Transmitter on air to ‘keep Bedfordshire safe’

Tailored insurance is available to landlords at a discounted rate - so renters should check it’s in place

The insurance detail every renter should ask their landlord about

Espresso Head

New owner to take over popular coffee shop

Bedfordshire Police spent over £1.5 million of taxpayer money on new uniforms in just three financial years

Bedfordshire Police splurged over £1.5m of our money on new uniforms

Moving in to a rented property with your pet in tow has become far easier - but it presents challenges for tenants and landlords

New pet rights could leave landlords facing costly damage bills

Leighton Buzzard's market cross

Have your say on draft Leighton-Linslade Neighbourhood Plan

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Microsoft outage sparks fresh cyber attack fears

Phil Smart with some of the remarkable toy truck models he has spent 70 years collecting.

Man sells 70-year toy truck collection for £20k

Coleen Rooney teams up with her mum for new Primark collection packed with party-season outfits

Coleen Rooney’s new Primark collection is made for party season

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