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Public meeting to discuss controversial plans for listed building — Public meeting to discuss controversial plans for listed building

A public meeting is being held tonight regarding proposals to convert a Grade II listed building into an HMO and a bedsit.

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Seven jailed after £1.7m cannabis growing network discovered — Seven jailed after £1.7m cannabis growing network discovered

Seven men involved in the cultivation of hundreds of cannabis plants have been jailed as part of a national operation against organised crime groups.

Old school friends reunited in park after more than 80 years apart — Old school friends reunited in park after more than 80 years apart

Two old school friends have bumped into each other and rekindled their friendship after more than 80 years apart.

98 weapons handed in and extra patrols during knife amnesty week — 98 weapons handed in and extra patrols during knife amnesty week

A total of 98 weapons were handed in during the latest amnesty to tackle knife crime.

Party like it’s the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s — Party like it’s the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s

Two popular DJs are returning for a big night following the huge success of an event last year.

Drink-driver crashed into parked cars — Drink-driver crashed into parked cars

A man who crashed into multiple parked cars while more than three times the legal limit has been banned from driving.

Family of seven frustrated after four-year fight for home repairs — Family of seven frustrated after four-year fight for home repairs

Mould, cracks and endless damage is what a family of seven say they have been living with after alleged repair failures from a housing association.

MOST READ

Can Cambridge United return to League One at the first time of asking?

Can Cambridge United return to League One at the first time of asking?

Can Cambridge United return to League One at the first time of asking?

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It is up to Neil Harris and his staff to pick up the pieces and gain promotion back to League One as quickly as possible.

Afternoon tea brings villagers together to ease loneliness — Afternoon tea brings villagers together to ease loneliness

A community group organised afternoon tea to bring villagers together for refreshments and entertainment.

Large haul handed in by boy as part of knife amnesty — Large haul handed in by boy as part of knife amnesty

Police say a large haul of knives was handed in by a boy as part of last week’s knife amnesty.

NATIONAL NEWS

Hamilton by-election is ‘straight contest’ between SNP and Reform, says Swinney

Hamilton by-election is ‘straight contest’ between SNP and Reform, says Swinney

Hamilton by-election is ‘straight contest’ between SNP and Reform, says Swinney

The Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election takes place on June 5.

Auto Trader reports growing car sales despite ‘financial pressure’ on customers

Auto Trader reports growing car sales despite ‘financial pressure’ on customers

Auto Trader reports growing car sales despite ‘financial pressure’ on customers

The growth across both the new and used car markets comes despite another year of high interest rates and weak consumer confidence in the UK.

Doctor Who superfan’s homemade Daleks bring joy and support to UK charities

Doctor Who superfan’s homemade Daleks bring joy and support to UK charities

Doctor Who superfan’s homemade Daleks bring joy and support to UK charities

‘A lot of people around here know me as the Dalek man’, said Norfolk’s Mark Casto.

Nationwide cheers ‘outstanding’ year after completing Virgin Money takeover

Nationwide cheers ‘outstanding’ year after completing Virgin Money takeover

Nationwide cheers ‘outstanding’ year after completing Virgin Money takeover

The building society announced it would pay out its third Fairer Share payout to eligible members next month, working out to £100 each.

SPORT

Vicki takes on unique race — Vicki takes on unique race

Three Counties Running Club member Vicki Newton took part in a very unique event whilst running in the Haywards Heath 10-mile race.

Marlins duo take Top Boy accolades — Marlins duo take Top Boy accolades

March Marlins hosted their annual Fenland Open Meet at Manor Leisure in Whittlesey.

Three Fenland teams top their tables after wins on Saturday — Three Fenland teams top their tables after wins on Saturday

Three teams from Fenland top their respective Cambs and Hunts League tables after victories on Saturday.

Russell outside the points at Monaco — Russell outside the points at Monaco

George Russell endured a frustrating Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday, as technical issues and a costly penalty left the Mercedes driver outside the points

Manager Duke to stay on at Drove — Manager Duke to stay on at Drove

Arran Duke has spoken of his delight after staying on as manager of Parson Drove for another season.

Ward commits to Fenmen for another season — Attacking defender Amir Ward has become the final player to commit to Wisbech Town for the 2025/26 season.

Hares announce departure of assistant boss — March Town have announced the departure of assistant manager Simon Roberts.

Six more players commit futures to Fenmen — Six more players have committed their futures to The Fenmen

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WHAT'S ON

Party like it’s the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s — Party like it’s the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s

Two popular DJs are returning for a big night following the huge success of an event last year.

Free summer festival returns for 25th anniversary next month — Free summer festival returns for 25th anniversary next month

Whether you like pop, rock or jazz, organisers of this festival say it will be the most exciting in Cambridgeshire this year.

Good friends organise fundraising ‘Drag Queen Party Night’ — Good friends organise fundraising ‘Drag Queen Party Night’

Two good friends are organising a ‘Drag Queen Party Night’ to raise money for two causes.

Theatre putting on workshops during half term — Theatre putting on workshops during half term

A week of fun is planned to keep youngsters entertained during the school holidays.

Farmers groups holding Spring Tractor Run — Farmers groups holding Spring Tractor Run

Two farmers groups are holding a Spring Tractor Run on Sunday in aid of Magpas Air Ambulance.

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LIFESTYLE

Free family Easter activities and fitness sessions for all — Free family Easter activities and fitness sessions for all

Free family Easter holiday activities, and sessions for adults who want to lose weight, have been added to the programme of exercise classes.

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