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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Heavy rain hits parts of England and Wales
Forecasters warned that spells of heavy, possibly thundery rain may cause flooding and disruption.
Concerns grow over steep increase in battery fires
Residents across Cambridgeshire are being urged to dispose of batteries and electrical goods safely.
Communication aid tech 'opens doors' for patients
Jenny Boucher says the kit helps patients with communication difficulties to speak to loved ones.
Life of Oliver Cromwell to be marked in service
In a break from a 75-year Westminster tradition, the service will be held in St Ives, Cambridgeshire.
Make a Difference awards community heroes
The eight winners of BBC Radio Cambridgeshire's Make a Difference Awards are unveiled.
Amputees prepare their paddles for canoe challenge
The canoeists will travel easterly along the River Stour, which marks the Suffolk-Essex border.
Blooming good floral displays recognised at awards
Huntingdon, Chatteris and St Ives are among the communities to win prizes.
New provider found for under-threat GP practice
The doctors who run the surgery say they handed back their contract as it was financially unviable.
New academy welcomes pupils to temporary site
A permanent building for the new Cambridgeshire school is expected to open in 2026.
Delays after rail lines blocked
The problem has been caused by a signalling fault, says Greater Anglia.
The papers hold Gilmour song lyrics in their folds
Pink Floyd star David Gilmour has revealed lyrics to songs on a new album in local newspapers.
Man asks for anaesthetic review after wife's death
Husband says their son cannot understand how she went for "a simple operation and never came home?.
School-run parents share hopes for year ahead
Children born during lockdown are starting school for the first time this week.
Mental health trust's acute wards need improvement
The mental health trust's acute wards do not always have enough staff to be safe, says CQC.
Original Jungle Book proof notes given to university
They join other Rudyard Kipling material at Cambridge University Library.
Hedgehog wedged in drain survives ordeal
"Me and my housemate were freaking out trying to release him, but he wouldn't shift," a resident says
Council approves planning permission for 70 homes
A mixture of houses and flats will be built on a site just north of the city centre.
Coroner opens inquest into death of businessman
A coroner has opened an inquest into the death of a former colleague of tycoon Mike Lynch.
Nature reserve sees first crane chick take flight
The National Trust describes the chick's achievement as an "exciting and rewarding moment".
Blogger calls for back-up plan after train delays
Cancelled trains left Chris Whitaker walking beyond his strength between stations to get home.
Walking, cycling to school more likely in Ulez - report
Research shows children living in the zone are now nearly four times more likely to be walking or cycling.
Henshaw and Sugar retain Paralympic titles
Canoeists Charlotte Henshaw and Laura Sugar both retain their Paralympic titles in impressive style in Paris.
Cambridge need 'possession with purpose' - Monk
Cambridge United boss Garry Monk says "the essence is there" for good results despite a six-game winless run to start the season.
Sunrisers beaten by bottom side Sunrisers in RHF Trophy
Northern Diamonds win a last-ball thriller to beat Southern Vipers and reach the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy semi-finals.
EFL Trophy round-up: Buendia returns for Villa U21s
Emiliano Buendia scores twice on his return from injury for Aston Villa Under-21s in their win at Fleetwood in one of 16 EFL Trophy games.
GB's Peacock finishes fifth in 100m final
Great Britain's Jonnie Peacock fades in the final 50 metres to finish fifth in the men's T64 100m final in Paris.
Poppy power
Poppy the labradoodle has hung up her lead as she retires from Addenbrooke's Hospital.
Just Jordan
Jordan Till has been a young carer since she was four years old.
Peterborough leads fight against litter louts
A Peterborough charity has created a national litter database to help tackle the problem.
Ready for school
A scheme to reuse school uniforms in Fenland sees unprecedented levels of demand.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
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.
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Woman and child die at property in Cornwall
Police were called to the property by the ambulance service following a welfare check.
Great Ormond Street reviews 700 children treated by ex-surgeon
The patients were treated by Yaser Jabbar, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon who worked at the hospital?s lower limb reconstruction service.
Boy, 15, dies after getting into difficulty in lake
The boy was pulled from water at Scotmans Flash in Wigan by staff from a nearby watersports centre.
D-Day veteran dies aged 104
Don Sheppard is remembered for helping to liberate the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.
Woman's body found in water off island beach
Police said the death of the woman, who was found in water off Shanklin, was "unexpected".
Tunnel closures planned for Dartford Crossing
The work includes upgrading CCTV and lighting and waterproofing the two northbound tunnels.
Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon to return in 2025
Next year will mark the first race since Mr Burrow?s death at age of 41 in June.
PM defends 'tough decision' over winter fuel cut
The PM says the only way to deliver change is to do "difficult things now", in his first major No 10 interview.
'I want accountability for my daughter's death'
Martha Gaskell's daughter Marion Turner killed herself in 2013, months after being discharged.
Stop hogging tables, cafes tell remote workers
Coffee shops in Caversham and Newbury introduce policies limiting laptop use.
Landslip house to be auctioned - guide price £10
The vacant two-bedroom semi-detached house requires refurbishment.
T. Rex and Blue Mink bass guitarist Herbie Flowers dies aged 86
The acclaimed guitarist worked with David Bowie, Paul McCartney and Sir Elton John.
Source: BBC News
