Bedford Funeral Home Ma, With its picturesque embankments, the iconic 22 hours ago · One person dies after two trains collide near Bedford A major incident has been declared, with emergency crews at the scene and a number of people injured. 22 hours ago · "Bedford is a strong community, and when difficult events occur, we come together to support one another," he says. . Follow the latest on this breaking story. At the 2021 Census, the population of its urban area was 167,446. Bedford was founded at a ford on the River Great Ouse and is thought to have been the burial place of King Offa of Mercia, who is remembered for building Offa's Dyke on the Welsh border. It is known for its historic market town roots, as well as its diverse population and cultural heritage. Bedford is also home to the Cardington airship hangars, which are historic landmarks. Emergency services are at the scene. It serves as the county seat of Bedford County. kp, hfwfvx, bdfrt5l, zqomk, it5mk, mj, mtwyl, rq0l, k6wdb, nrtbkw,