Ely and Cambridgeshire News
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Synagogue appeal rejected by planning inspector
A university Jewish Society says the existing building is not fit for purpose and needs redeveloping.
Sensory-science art for people with sight loss
Sensory art exploring science for people with reduced vision is part of a Cambridge festival.
Watch: Overtaking van narrowly avoids head-on crash
Dashcam footage shows other drivers swerving out of the way to avoid a collision.
Van driver arrested after cyclist dies in crash
The driver is arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving after the collision.
Pair suffer life-threatening injuries in car crash
Two women in their 80s are critically ill after a car crash between Cambridge and Haverhill.
Hopes Crimewatch will help catch woman's attacker
A detective says she wants "justice" for the victim and her family.
Three children hurt in two-car crash on A14
Both drivers are seriously injured as two cars collide on the dual carriageway near Huntingdon.
Village church takes delivery of two new bells
A parishioner says the bells will add to the heritage of the Cambridgeshire village.
'I got my first death threat before I was elected'
With £31m committed to improving politicians' safety, how bad is the abuse our local leaders face?
Knitter's Easter Simpsons tribute
A "secret" yarn bomber combines Easter and cartoon characters The Simpsons in Ely knitted tribute.
Driver sought for zoo's dinosaur park train
Hamerton Zoo, near Huntingdon, needs a fully-licensed driver to operate its Bell-Tori train service.
Council buys 15 homes to help resettle refugees
The properties are "vital" and more than just "bricks and mortar", says councillor.
Road reopens following incident in town centre
Police say George Street in Huntingdon is now open.
Road shut as 25 firefighters tackle blaze
The fire brigade says the blaze was started deliberately.
Break for Posh has come at right time - Ferguson
Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson believes the international break will help his team as they look to at least secure a play-off place.
Peterborough United 0-1 Portsmouth
Portsmouth take another big step towards the League One title with a vital 1-0 victory at promotion rivals Peterborough.
Reading 4-0 Cambridge United
Financially-troubled Reading put aside their off-field worries with a 4-0 home win over fellow League One strugglers Cambridge.
Ferguson in 'no doubt' Posh have top-two chance
After five wins in a row in March, Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson says his side are right in the mix for automatic promotion.
Posh beat Stevenage to go fourth in League One
Peterborough stretch their winning run in League One to five matches by beating fellow promotion contenders Stevenage.
Floody hell
Record rainfall means Cambridgeshire's fields are so waterlogged they can't be farmed.
Hometown heroes at 50
Celebrating 50 years in the music business, The Stranglers come back to Cambridgeshire.
Young Carers Action Day
On Young Carers Action Day, three sisters share their support frustrations.
Safe Soulmates
A friendship and dating agency, with a difference, in Cambridgeshire celebrates birthday.
Injury will not end Sayers career
British Olympic javelin thrower Goldie Sayers says she does not want her elbow injury to put an end to her career.
Ahern to face corruption charge
Newmarket jockey Eddie Ahern and ex-West Brom footballer Neil Clement are charged with breaches of racing's rules.
Alfreton Town 1-1 Cambridge
Michael Gash's injury-time penalty secures Cambridge a point at Alfreton Town in the Blue Square Bet Premier.
Ferguson expects Gayle interest
Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson is hoping another club will not sabotage Dwight Gayle's proposed move to London Road.
Cardiff 1-2 Peterborough
Struggling Peterborough secure a deserved win to end Championship leaders Cardiff City’s 100% home record at Cardiff City Stadium.
Injured Barnett returns to Posh
Striker Tyrone Barnett returns to Peterborough after suffering a knee injury during his loan spell at Ipswich.
Berry lay-off blow for Cambridge
Cambridge United midfielder Luke Berry will be out of action for up to 10 weeks following a knee operation.
Pompey extend Mendez-Laing loan
Portsmouth extend the loan period of Peterborough United winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing until the beginning of January.
'My abuser died waiting for trial'
An abuse survivor fears victims may not report crimes due to record court backlogs.
Potholes leave nations' roads at 'breaking point'
A new report says the rate of pothole repairs in England and Wales has reached an eight-year high.
Schools failing children with allergies - report
A Cambridgeshire mum wants changes to the law to protect children with allergies after her son died.
'Untreated trauma led to our soldier son's suicide'
As a study says veterans need better mental health care, bereaved families share their stories.
Six people banned from city hospitals over behaviour
It comes after an NHS trust brought in a red and yellow card system due to a rise in incidents.
Quadriplegic surfer hopes to become UK champion
Jimmy Simpson, 24, has cerebral palsy and hopes to enter this year's Adaptive Surfing Championships.
Kingfisher courtship caught on camera
Amateur Cornish photographer captures moment kingfishers begin courting.
Chicken firm faces pollution legal challenge
It is estimated up to 23 million birds are farmed in the River Wye catchment area at any one time.
Mourners targeted in Facebook funeral scams
Funeral directors across the UK report scammers trying to get credit card details from mourners.
Judicial review over tree felling set to begin
A judge will consider whether Plymouth City Council acted unlawfully in felling more than 100 trees.
Search for babies born at stately home in wartime
An appeal for people to come forward has been made ahead of the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
Couple receive 'too realistic' cake replica of dog
The cake, ordered as a birthday treat, is a life-sized version of their pet Arthur.