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Four more arrests made in connection with hare coursing and violent disorder - taking total to 10 — Four more arrests made in connection with hare coursing and violent disorder - taking total to 10

Four more men have been arrested in connection with an investigation into violent disorder and criminality.

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Judge comments on ‘hard work’ of jury who have spent more than 27 hours deliberating in murder trial — Judge comments on ‘hard work’ of jury who have spent more than 27 hours deliberating in murder trial

“I can’t remember a case here I have seen a jury working harder,” were the words of the judge to a jury still deliberating a murder trial.

Woman taken to hospital with serious injuries following crash — Woman taken to hospital with serious injuries following crash

One person was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a crash.

Flowers left outside court after parental rights group loses five to suicide over Christmas — Flowers left outside court after parental rights group loses five to suicide over Christmas

A father behind a worldwide campaign for equal parenting rights has held an “emotive” demonstration at a town court.

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‘Designated driver’ who was seen driving erratically was three-and-a-half times drink limit — ‘Designated driver’ who was seen driving erratically was three-and-a-half times drink limit

A “designated driver” who was found to be more than three times the legal drink-drive limit has been banned for almost two years.

It’s time to get those extra tickets for the Fenland Citizen Business Awards — It’s time to get those extra tickets for the Fenland Citizen Business Awards

With the Fenland Citizen Business Awards evening fast approaching it’s time to think about those extra tickets you might want for our gala night.

Watch as drink-driver admits being drunk after being stopped by police for swerving on A47 — Watch as drink-driver admits being drunk after being stopped by police for swerving on A47

A drink-driver who was seen swerving between lanes and mounting the grass verge has been banned from driving for three years.

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Controversial farmer’s funeral will take place this month — Controversial farmer’s funeral will take place this month

The funeral of controversial farmer Tony Martin is set to be held in West Norfolk later this month.

Firefighters releases casualty from vehicle following crash — Firefighters releases casualty from vehicle following crash

Emergency services were sent to the scene of a crash involving two vehicles.

NATIONAL NEWS

Former Google boss warns of ‘extreme risk’ from terrorists posed by AI

Former Google boss warns of ‘extreme risk’ from terrorists posed by AI

Eric Schmidt called for governments to have oversight on private tech companies.

Parents call for action after NHS trust fined again following babies’ deaths

Parents call for action after NHS trust fined again following babies’ deaths

Parents call for action after NHS trust fined again following babies’ deaths

Nottingham University Hospitals Trust was fined £800,000 for failures after Gary and Sarah Andrews’ daughter Wynter died in 2019.

What the papers say – February 13

What the papers say – February 13

What the papers say – February 13

The US President flagged peace talks could begin ‘immediately’.

UK vows ‘steadfast’ support for Ukraine amid reports of Trump-Putin talks

UK vows ‘steadfast’ support for Ukraine amid reports of Trump-Putin talks

UK vows ‘steadfast’ support for Ukraine amid reports of Trump-Putin talks

‘The whole of Parliament’ continues to support Ukraine, Angela Rayner said, amid the US president’s moves to draw the conflict to an end.

SPORT

Beaten Hares lacked the ‘know-how’ at the right times, says boss — Beaten Hares lacked the ‘know-how’ at the right times, says boss

March Town boss Ashley Taylor felt his players lacked know-how at the right times as his side exited the FA Vase at home to Daventry Town.

Fenmen boss disappointed by Hucknall loss — Fenmen boss disappointed by Hucknall loss

Wisbech Town boss Luke Hipwell said his side looked like a team that hadn't played a competitive fixture since Boxing Day after the loss at Hucknall.

Hamilton at the double as Sports beat Hares Reserves in Cup — Hamilton at the double as Sports beat Hares Reserves in Cup

Kieran Hamilton was on target twice as Leverington Sports beat March Town Reserves 4-1 in the quarter-final of the Cambs Cliff Bullen Challenge Cup.

Hares out of FA Vase after defeat at home — Hares out of FA Vase after defeat at home

The Hares’ Wembley dreams are over for another year after a 1-0 home FA Vase defeat this afternoon.

Struggling Saints are beaten by basement boys — Struggling Saints are beaten by basement boys

Wisbech St Mary suffered a hammer blow in their battle for Cambs Kershaw Premier Division survival.

Wisbech rugby players secure emphatic home win — After 77 days without a home match at Harecroft Road, Wisbech emphatically returned to home soil with a dominant 55-19 win over Fakenham.

Wisbech youth sides in home action — Wisbech youth teams host St Ives

Busy weekend for Three Counties members — Three Counties Running Club members had another fantastic fun fun-packed weekend of running.

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WHAT'S ON

Collusion and MarketPlace launch FUSE programme for young creatives — Collusion and MarketPlace launch FUSE programme for young creatives

A creative arts organisation is recruiting young people to join an intiative aimed at creating an interactive trail in Wisbech.

Restaurant offers delicious food, great options and reasonable prices — Restaurant offers delicious food, great options and reasonable prices

Who doesn't love a good old Indian, especially on a cold evening? It definitely has to be high on the list of my favourites.

Town will be marking VE Day anniversary in style — Town will be marking VE Day anniversary in style

March will be marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in Europe this spring with a day full of events organised by Nigel ‘Spence’ Spencer.

Calling would-be volunteers – this event is for you — Calling would-be volunteers – this event is for you

If you are looking to help the community then op into to St Peter’s Church in March this Saturday, anytime between 10am and 2pm.

The Heart of March Imaginarium comes to library this Valentine’s weekend to imagine the town’s future — The Heart of March Imaginarium comes to library this Valentine’s weekend to imagine the town’s future

March Library is hosting a unique event for people of all ages to use arts, and crafts to imagine what the town might look like in 30 years’ time.

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LIFESTYLE

Advice for dog owners as new law comes into force — Advice for dog owners as new law comes into force

The UK’s leading dog welfare charity is welcoming a new law that makes pet theft a specific crime and comes into force this week.

What it’s like to stay the night at historic lighthouse — What it’s like to stay the night at historic lighthouse

What is it like to stay the night at the historic Sir Peter Scott Lighthouse? Kate Chapman went along to find out…

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