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Sinkholes prompt police action

Sinkholes prompt police action

Sinkholes prompt police action

01 August 2024

Part of a town street has been closed off by police this morning.


Block Fen Animal Centre braced for RSPCA’s busiest summer day

Block Fen Animal Centre braced for RSPCA’s busiest summer day

Block Fen Animal Centre braced for RSPCA’s busiest summer day

01 August 2024

RSPCA animal centres - including Block Fen Animal Centre in Wimblington - are braced for one of their busiest periods caring for animals.


RSPCA appeal after five kittens dumped in a bag behind some rubbish bins

RSPCA appeal after five kittens dumped in a bag behind some rubbish bins

RSPCA appeal after five kittens dumped in a bag behind some rubbish bins

31 July 2024

The RSPCA is appealing for information after five one-week old kittens were found abandoned in a closed bag placed by some bins in Fenland.


New scheme offers fully funded social work degree

New scheme offers fully funded social work degree

New scheme offers fully funded social work degree

31 July 2024

A new scheme has been launched offering a fully funded degree and the opportunity to qualify as a social worker at the same time.


Town’s fire service marks special anniversary

Town’s fire service marks special anniversary

Town’s fire service marks special anniversary

31 July 2024

More than 100 excited residents attended their local fire station to celebrate its 60th anniversary.


Bench unveiled in memory of councillor

Bench unveiled in memory of councillor

Bench unveiled in memory of councillor

31 July 2024

Fenland councillor Dal Roy has been actively involved in ensuring that Mac Cotterill’s legacy lives on.


Car park demolition plan withdrawn

Car park demolition plan withdrawn

Car park demolition plan withdrawn

29 July 2024

Controversial plans for the demolition of a town centre car park have been withdrawn by its owner.


Jack follows in family’s footsteps to open butcher shop

Jack follows in family’s footsteps to open butcher shop

Jack follows in family’s footsteps to open butcher shop

29 July 2024

Shoppers were queuing out the door on Saturday when a new butcher shop opened in Fenland.


Stylish arrivals to prom

Stylish arrivals to prom

Stylish arrivals to prom

28 July 2024

Tractors, motorbikes, buggy cars and more glamorous vehicles pulled up to the red carpet at these students’ school prom.


New art trail in village

New art trail in village

New art trail in village

27 July 2024

Visitors to a village will be able to take a wander down the riverbank and discover a quirky new art trail.


Surprise delivery as baby is born in hospital lift

Surprise delivery as baby is born in hospital lift

Surprise delivery as baby is born in hospital lift

26 July 2024

A couple from Sutton Bridge got an unexpected surprise when their baby daughter made her entrance into the world in a hospital lift.


Trial shuttle bus will link Fenland town with village station

Trial shuttle bus will link Fenland town with village station

Trial shuttle bus will link Fenland town with village station

26 July 2024

A trial run of a proposed new bus service that will link one Fenland town with a village railway station is set for next month.


Police renew appeal as second crash victim dies

Police renew appeal as second crash victim dies

Police renew appeal as second crash victim dies

25 July 2024

A second person has died following a collision near Wisbech St Mary last week.


Projects to create opportunities for young people

Projects to create opportunities for young people

Projects to create opportunities for young people

25 July 2024

Young people have gained new skills and opportunities through a raft of programmes in Wisbech – and a free fun day aims to reach more.


Vet Dr Nick hangs up his stethoscope

Vet Dr Nick hangs up his stethoscope

Vet Dr Nick hangs up his stethoscope

24 July 2024

A well-loved local vet has hung up his stethoscope and put away the dog treats after more than a quarter of a century looking after the area’s pets.


Transforming Attitudes exhibition celebrates Disability Pride Month

Transforming Attitudes exhibition celebrates Disability Pride Month

Transforming Attitudes exhibition celebrates Disability Pride Month

23 July 2024

A town’s mayor added his endorsement to the opening of a special art exhibition aimed at celebrating Disability Pride Month.


Hereward Community Rail Partnership champions Rail Safety Week

Hereward Community Rail Partnership champions Rail Safety Week

Hereward Community Rail Partnership champions Rail Safety Week

23 July 2024

Rail safety was in focus on the Hereward Line between Ely and Peterborough recently, with a series of events taking place during Rail Safety Week.


Help for families continues in summer holidays

Help for families continues in summer holidays

Help for families continues in summer holidays

23 July 2024

The supermarket voucher scheme aimed at helping families will operate again during the summer holidays for those who are eligible in Cambridgeshire.


Charity is winner of tombola stall funds

Charity is winner of tombola stall funds

Charity is winner of tombola stall funds

22 July 2024

Fenland Branch of the Royal Society of St George raised £250 at the recent Armed Forces Day and has now presented the proceeds to a local charity.


Gallery: Sunshine, motorbikes and cars bring in the crowds for annual show

Gallery: Sunshine, motorbikes and cars bring in the crowds for annual show

Gallery: Sunshine, motorbikes and cars bring in the crowds for annual show

22 July 2024

Thousands of car and bike fanatics descended on a Fenland village over the weekend for a popular annual show.


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