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Department store chain Beales with a branch in Wisbech warns it is close to collapse

Beales,which is said to be one of the oldest department store chains in the country,with branches in Wisbech and Spalding is in danger of collapse.

Specialist coffee firm Silver Oak is set to open a shop on March railway station

Local coffee producers Silver Oak Coffee is to officially open its first station shop in March with a special open day at the weekend.

Chatteris supermarket Jack's has helped feed families by donating left-over food

Local people needing a helping hand in Chatteris are able to access even more food donations thanks to the Community Food Connection scheme at Jack’s.

Fast food favourite is set for town site

Plans have been submitted this week to construct a McDonald's - just metres from rival KFC.

'The lack of assessment regarding the long term economic significance is appalling' says Manea parish clerk in angry letter to Fenland Council over phone mast plans

A decision by a 'junior' planning officer to refuse permission for a telephone mast for Manea has been heavily criticised by the parish council.

McDonald's unveils plans for purpose-built restaurant for March with creation of 65 jobs

Fast food fans could be celebrating in the New Year with news burger-chain favourite McDonald's is planning a restaurant and drive-thru for Fenland.

Out of March - brothers aiming for charity trip to Africa are given boost by pet shop owner

A March business has shared their festive joy with twin brothers who are aiming to make a difference in Africa in 18 months time.

Nineteen homes planned for March site but developer argues against paying anything towards town's infra-structure, school or health services

A developer wants to build 19 homes on land next to Hereward Hall in March.

Metalcraft apprentice from Chatteris is on the road Shanghai

Stainless Metalcraft's Harry Jackson is on the Road to Shanghai after being selected for Squad UK for the international WorldSkills Competition.

Tea and cakes at village cafe served by 'RAF girl's'

A dad's words of advice to his daughter are behind a new cafe.

Long Sutton's TSB will remain open

People in the town are celebrating that their only branch has not been put on a list for closure.

Health scare prompts Sean to sell £7m portfolio

Man who has done so much in the town is selling up and leaving.

Holiday firm aims to help Wisbech-based 50 Backpacks bring festive cheer to homeless

This Christmas, The Holiday With Us Group is helping to bring some festive cheer to the area's homeless by supporting 50 Backpacks charity.

Fenland District Council urges pet owners to check animal welfare licences before using boarding kennels

Fenland District Council is reminding people of the importance of using licensed establishments when it comes to buying or boarding pets.

I support ban on vehicles

A reader says vehicles may be banned from the market place - and he supports it.

Wisbech town centre pub could become shop units if planning is approved

A town centre pub has served its last orders and is now looking for a new lease of life as shops - if current owners can gain planning permission.

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Department store chain Beales with a branch in Wisbech warns it is close to collapse

Department store chain Beales with a branch in Wisbech warns it is close to collapse

Specialist coffee firm Silver Oak is set to open a shop on March railway station

Specialist coffee firm Silver Oak is set to open a shop on March railway station

Chatteris supermarket Jack's has helped feed families by donating left-over food

Chatteris supermarket Jack's has helped feed families by donating left-over food

Fast food favourite is set for town site

Fast food favourite is set for town site

'The lack of assessment regarding the long term economic significance is appalling' says Manea parish clerk in angry letter to Fenland Council over phone mast plans

'The lack of assessment regarding the long term economic significance is appalling' says Manea parish clerk in angry letter to Fenland Council over phone mast plans

McDonald's unveils plans for purpose-built restaurant for March with creation of 65 jobs

McDonald's unveils plans for purpose-built restaurant for March with creation of 65 jobs

Out of March - brothers aiming for charity trip to Africa are given boost by pet shop owner

Out of March - brothers aiming for charity trip to Africa are given boost by pet shop owner

Nineteen homes planned for March site but developer argues against paying anything towards town's infra-structure, school or health services

Nineteen homes planned for March site but developer argues against paying anything towards town's infra-structure, school or health services

Metalcraft apprentice from Chatteris is on the road Shanghai

Metalcraft apprentice from Chatteris is on the road Shanghai

Tea and cakes at village cafe served by 'RAF girl's'

Tea and cakes at village cafe served by 'RAF girl's'

Long Sutton's TSB will remain open

Long Sutton's TSB will remain open

Health scare prompts Sean to sell £7m portfolio

Health scare prompts Sean to sell £7m portfolio

Holiday firm aims to help Wisbech-based 50 Backpacks bring festive cheer to homeless

Holiday firm aims to help Wisbech-based 50 Backpacks bring festive cheer to homeless

Fenland District Council urges pet owners to check animal welfare licences before using boarding kennels

Fenland District Council urges pet owners to check animal welfare licences before using boarding kennels

I support ban on vehicles

I support ban on vehicles

Wisbech town centre pub could become shop units if planning is approved

Wisbech town centre pub could become shop units if planning is approved

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