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First picture of train driver who died in Bedford train crash that injured 100 people

Shaun Burton, 60, was at the controls of an East Midlands Railway service when the crash occurred, killing him and injuring 100 others

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Huge Ely science facility hits the market for £4.5 million

It has been described as a "rare opportunity" for a research-led occupier to acquire

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Primary school could get £2.1 million SEND refurb as need for places soars

The primary school currently has 'underutilised' space, according to a report

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New details emerge as zoo family jumped into crocodile enclosure to rescue toddler

New details have emerged about the rescue of a three-year-old boy at Johnson's of Old Hurst zoo near Huntingdon

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Council set to rubber stamp £1 million of 'extreme weather' roadworks

A report said the general road surface has been deteriorating due to weather conditions

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Extreme heat warning as Cambs could reach 38C this week

Scorching temperatures have been forecast this week, with hot days and nights ahead

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Midsomer Murders star reveals what John Nettles is really like

Juliet Aubrey starred alongside John Nettles in a 2006 episode of Midsomer Murders and has recalled what the beloved ITV crime drama star was really like

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Man wanted in connection with burglaries in Cambridgeshire

The man is also wanted in connection with burglaries in other counties

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Mill Road traders call for action as businesses raise concerns over declining footfall

Concerns were raised poor accessibility, parking issues, delayed investment, and safety issues.

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DWP issues update ahead of key July 2026 deadline

The DWP has confirmed support measures for people moving from legacy benefits to Universal Credit ahead of a July deadline.

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DWP could change child maintenance rule affecting over 1 million kids

A petition is calling on the government to change the law to allow the Child Maintenance Service to apply wage deductions directly without notifying the paying parent, closing an address loophole said to delay support for 1.1 million children in the CMS system.

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Sawston filmmakers head for the red carpet

Their film Fairy Fails explores new settings and endings for traditional tales.

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Run-down charity shop could become new café in Cambridgeshire town

If approved, the owners aim to employ five staff

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Smoke engulfs Peterborough street after buildings catch fire

Police closed off the road while the fire was dealt with

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Queen Camilla's 'every day' cheap breakfast backed by heart health experts

Queen Camilla's son Tom Parker Bowles has shared the breakfast his mother loves

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Emilie Silverwood-Cope: Treading water in undoing the lockdown harm to young swimmers

Emilie Silverwood-Cope says children’s ability to swim was impacted by cancelled lessons and closed pools during the Covid years.

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The four Cambridgeshire car parks where you can park for free from August

Free parking will be available from 3pm in four council-owned car parks

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Cambridgeshire city 'eyesore' pub could be demolished to make way for new shop

The former pub, which has been closed for more than a decade, has been described by locals as an 'eyesore'

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Unattended candles caused two house fires in Cambs

Firefighters have warned people of the danger of leaving candles unattended

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Cambridgeshire care home turned around after resident safety concerns

The care home previously had complaints about safeguarding in 2024 but has now been rated 'good' in its latest inspection