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Check out the latest news in Peterborough and Cambridgeshire.
Meet Peterborough’s new city councillors: Reform UK’s Peter Reeve
Last week’s local elections have seen quite a comprehensive changing of the guard at Peterborough City Council.
Huntingdon care home welcomes therapy pets
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Bayleaf Care Home in Huntingdon were delighted by a recent visit from a variety of beautiful therapy animals. The visit brought smiles, laughter, and a sense of calm, as residents spent time stroking, talking to, and playing with their furry guests.
Found in a roof, saved for the future: A John Clare-era poor parish record book restored
A “poor parish book” from the 1830s, that mentions the poet John Clare, has been restored and is now available to view thanks to Peterborough Archives Service.
"Cowardly" driver fled the scene of high-speed crash that seriously injured two people near Peterborough
A man who was driving at 91mph before causing a crash near Peterborough which left two people seriously injured has been jailed.
Store in Stamford announces closure in May - with the loss of several jobs
A much-loved store in Stamford has announced it will close at the end of May – with the loss of several jobs.
Every speed camera in Peterborough ranked by how many drivers they’ve caught over the past five years
There are six fixed speed cameras across Peterborough
Record-breaking year for TMWF 10 hours of sport as over 800 students raise £21,750+
The Malcolm Whales Foundation’s annual 10 Hours of Sport has reached new heights in 2026, with record participation and fundraising totals showcasing the extraordinary power of sport, teamwork and community spirit.
Local care home residents special visit from senior carers horses
“Horse riding is like breathing to me, and today was such a special experience”
'Rare' cottage at family-friendly National Trust site among last of its type
The Fen Cottage was built in around 1700 and is one of the last surviving homes of its type
Ofsted says pupils at Cambridge school 'not achieving as well as they should'
The school says that "all necessary improvements are already underway"
Full list of 27 reasons for DWP Universal Credit sanctions
The DWP has the power to deduct money from Universal Credit payments for a number of reasons, including to pay for rent arrears or benefits overpayments
DWP issues new guidance on bank checks under fraud prevention measures
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published new guidance explaining what banks and financial institutions may be asked to check under new benefit Eligibility Verification powers
19th century home with its own gym and swimming pool that's right next to the A14
If you are in a position to splash the cash, this Grade II listed home could be yours
Ofsted says children ‘not consistently achieving well’ at Cambridgeshire nursery
The report also recognised that children have "close relationships with their key person"
Former RAF base used by the US during D-Day that's now a museum
Military enthusiasts may find it worth a day trip away from Cambridgeshire
Seven adorable dogs looking for their forever home in Cambridgeshire
There are many different breeds of dog who are on the hunt for their forever home


















