Business

The following planning applications have been submitted to Fenland District, West Norfolk, and South Holland District Councils.

Hickathrift House in Marshland St James will be opening its doors to the local community for an afternoon of activities and tea on Saturday, April 12.

Fenland District Council has agreed to spend at least £1,061,991 on implementing a new weekly food waste collection.

Plans by a Wisbech eatery to extend their premises will help generate more customers and provide more jobs.

Archaeological investigations should be carried out before any building takes place if planning permission is granted for new homes on a village site.

An ice cream war raging in a Fenland town saw one operator scoop his rivals by giving away £3,000 of free cones at the weekend.

A property owner who ignored a legal notice to clean up a derelict building that has become a blight on the local community has been fined.

The owner of Grade II listed former Franks butchers in Wisbech Market Place has been ordered to complete improvements within two months.

Wisbech is set to become the backdrop for yet another film – this time starring EastEnders actor Howard Saddler.

A presentation outlining what’s on offer from a supermarket brand’s community initiative was given at Thursday’s meeting of Whittlesey Town Council.

New 20mph road signs are needed following a new development in Whittlesey.

Poor communication over continuing road closures around Whittlesey was discussed at Thursday’s town council meeting.

A fundraising effort by a local Scout group has been given a boost by a housing developer.

The first steps have been made in a project to revamp a grot spot hotel as developers are pushing ahead with their plans.

A 17-year-old is gearing up to take on a family business.

A local football stadium is looking to modernise its floodlights with a planning application submitted to Fenland District Council.

Residents of a March care home are set to enjoy a unique shopping experience, without setting a foot outside the door.

A successful caravan and camping site in a Fenland village is looking to diversify with a dog walking area.

A major charity was applauded as representatives made their way to the stage to receive their award for Fenland Citizen Best Social Enterprise.

A group of volunteers who provide a community with music has scooped up an award in recognition of the work they do.