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A million pound Lotto ticket remains unclaimed - could you be a Millionaire?

Unclaimed £1m Lottery ticket bought in Fenland - could you be a millionaire?

PJD Construction Limited, which has its principal trading address in Firdale Close, Peakirk, appointed liquidators on October 27 (stock image)

Peterborough construction company enters liquidation after 10 years of trading

Mayor Paul Bristow.

Mayor invites questions from public for 'Question Time'

Artist's impression of Anthony Williams. Picture: Julia Quenzler / SWNS

Knifeman had ‘eyes wide open like he was on something’ court told

Anthony Williams brandishing a knife on an LNER Doncaster to London service, which has been shown to the jury at Cambridge Crown Court. Picture: British Transport Police

Train crew tried to stop knife attack with frying pan, court told

The hearing will take place in November.

Peterborough GP faces misconduct hearing over allegations he cheated on exam

The hearing will take place in December.

Peterborough GP faces misconduct hearing over sexual harassment allegations

Dualling the A47 has been put back on the agenda.

Mayor's promise to put dualling A47 back on the agenda

A police mugshot of Rylan Ray

Council leader says 'thoughts are with victims' after ex-councillor's conviction

The crash happened on the A47

Biker seriously injured in collision on A47 in Peterborough

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With the application deadline fast approaching, we’ve taken a look at the most popular Peterborough secondary schools for the 2026/27 school year

The 11 most oversubscribed Peterborough secondary schools

Alan Dowson.

New memoir tells story of remarkable life of former Peterborough Mayor

Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths and tributes were included in the pages of the Peterborough Telegraph on Thursday, October 29

Full round-up of Peterborough funeral notices for this week

Could the polar vortex impact Peterborough's weather this winter?

What is the polar vortex and how will it affect Peterborough’s during November?

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Posh Latest

Sam Hughes.

Posh U21s beaten, first-team squad clues, FA Youth Cup draw
The chances of experienced centre-back Sam Hughes returning to first team action for Peterborough United on Saturday have increased.
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Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere. Photo by Paul Harding/Getty Images.

Why Jack Wilshere has plenty of respect for Robbie Savage

Dale Vince. (Photo by Oli Scarff AFP via Getty Images).

UPDATED: No comment from Posh as Dale Vince sues the club and Robbie Savage

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The drastic changes Posh might have to make to their starting line-up

Lucca Mendonca in action for Peterborough United against Huddersfield Town. Photo: Joe Dent.

Savage backs Mendonca Lucca to go to the very top, very quickly

Sport

Posh v Notts County will be played at the Weston Homes Stadium in November. Photo Leila Coker Getty Images.

Posh v Notts County has been rescheduled
Peterborough United have rearranged their League One home game with Notts County to Tuesday, December 15 (7.45pm kick off).
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Legends Snooker Tour returns to the Court Club in Bretton on Sunday.

Local legends among those vying for £500 snooker first prize

Harry Leonard could miss out for Peterborough United. Photo: David Lowndes.

Injuries piling up for Posh ahead of Luton Town clash

Action from Peterborough Sports (orange) v Leiston. Photo Darren Wiles.

England international goalkeeper switches city clubs, Saturday fixtures

Ivan Tone. Photo: Joe Dent,

Former Posh star to stand trail over nightclub assault

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The Wonderkid Power Rankings: New entries from Aston Villa & Chelsea

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Your World Peterborough

NFU President Tom Bradshaw.

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1. Representatives from MM Wealth joined the Foundation to launch this year’s Surviving Winter Appeal with a cheque handover.

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Peterborough Fireworks The Embankment

Last chance for cheaper tickets to Peterborough Fireworks

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Calling all renovators for new George Clarke series for Channel 4

Ian (far left) receives his award certificate

Training manager wins award at Peterborough bus operator

Calling all professional speakers

Professional speakers get a home of their own in the East of England

Rae Freestone

STEM professional is a finalist in three major regional STEM awards

Crime

Some of the waste dumped by Smith

Man fined more than £1,000 after dumping waste on Peterborough verges

Rylan Ray

Police praise bravery of victims after ex councillor Rylan Ray convicted of rape

Rylan Ray

UPDATE: Ex city councillor Rylan Ray GUILTY of rape + 22 other counts

Artist's impression of Anthony Williams (appearing in court via videolink). Cambridge Crown Court. Picture: Julia Quenzler / SWNS

Man accused of train attack 'stabbed 14-year-old boy in Peterborough' court told

Rylan Ray has been convicted of a number of sex offences including rape

City Tory leader reacts as ex-councillor convicted of rape & child sex offences

Emergency services at Huntingdon Station (picture: Getty)

Train attacker asked passenger ‘do you want to die?’ during rampage, court told

What's On

Things to do in Peterborough this week

Psychological thriller on stage and a comedy legend - things to do this week

Cath The Roebucks at The Lime Tree on Friday

Some Alt-Country Indie Blues - and a whole lot of Halloween specials

John Partridge and Mollie Gallagher in The Silence of the Lambs at New Theatre

Review: The Silence of the Lambs offers plenty to shout about

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service has published a list of organised fireworks displays in and around the city where you can enjoy Bonfire Night safely

6 organised Bonfire Night displays in Peterborough to enjoy fireworks safely

Retro

Hollywood and Shakespearean actor Patrick Stewart was invited by MP Barry Sheerman to unveil the new weather centre at John Clare cottage in Helpston.

The day Sir Patrick Stewart came to Helpston’s John Clare Cottage
The former Star Trek and X-Men actor died earlier this week aged 86
Daniel DeFalco

There's another chance to celebrate 50 years of Anabelles on November 14 at The Met Lounge

Peterborough 70s nightclub reunion - and the return of the 'slowies section'

The 2016 reunion at London Road

Looking Back: When Farley returned to London Road

This photo shows the 1976 North Ward Christmas Dinner at Unity Hall in Millfield

10 of the best photos to take you back to Peterborough in 1976

Three youngsters sitting inside Queensgate shortly after it opened

10 heartwarming photos of everyday Peterborough folk in the 1980s

Health

What is Nurosym? The wellness device featured in Netflix’s Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

What is Nurosym and how does the wearable wellness device work?

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

These figures show that demand for ambulance services remains high as the NHS heads into the winter months, when services traditionally face additional pressures

Busiest year ever for East of England Ambulance Service

Peterborough City Hospital.

£18m investment to be made in digital patient records at Peterborough Hospital

Homes & Gardens

How the development is proposed to look. Credit: Persimmon Homes.

Fresh plans for 250 new homes in village put forward
Fresh plans to create 250 new homes in a Peterborough village have been brought forward.
Ben Jones

Stacey Solomon has called the Shark PowerDetect Transformer PowerTrio System the “vacuum of dreams”, praising its powerful suction and versatile design - and fans can get £160 off with an exclusive code.

Stacey Solomon loves this powerful Shark ‘vacuum of dreams’

The PROALLER heated throw has topped Amazon's Home & Kitchen best-seller chart as temperatures fall, with the electric blanket currently reduced to £25.49.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

Lakeland's Barista Espresso Machine is reduced from £169.99 to £136 in the retailer's huge October sale.

Lakeland launches huge sale with savings of up to 20%

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

Lifestyle

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Villagers rally to save local pub from potential development

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The Aromatherapy Associates Atomiser Connect makes a luxurious Christmas gift, pictured with the Winter Wellbeing essential oil blend.

I tried the £190 diffuser that makes my home smell like a spa

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Krispy Kreme launches £2.99 The Traitors doughnut

Willis will present Strictly alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdecombe (Guy Levy/BBC)

Josh Widdicombe on Strictly’s ‘no ego’ new hosting team

These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

I’ve found the easiest way to give my home an autumn update

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People

The Mulberry Tree Farm pub in Kempley Close, Hampton, closed its doors on February 28. It has been replaced by the Hickory's Smokehouse.

10 businesses that Peterborough has lost in 2026
The city has lost some iconic businesses over the last 10 months
Daniel DeFalco

At 7.15pm on Wednesday, police were called to reports of a collision involving a black Ford Mustang Mach-E and a motorcycle on the B671 Elton Road near Wansford

Driver arrested after motorcyclist dies in crash near Peterborough

LGR has been delayed again

Decision on major reform of Peterborough and Cambs councils delayed AGAIN

Opinion

Council Leader Shabina Qayyum on a visit to each charity.

Town Hall View: Celebrating those who support and inspire children

“I cannot wait to hear the stories of the winners”

Shabina Qayyum

Councillor Kirsty Knight and Family

Political View: The Hidden cost of Half Term and Christmas

Mayor Paul Bristow with the Prime Minister’s Deputy Chief of Staff at ARU Peterborough

Mayor's View: Showing No 10 North Peterborough's potential

Political View: Greater accountability and better financial management needed

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Business

Poundland at Brotherhood Retail Park in Peterborough.

Future of 3 Peterborough Poundland stores hangs in the balance

The BizNet Global Awards launch at the House of Commons

Peterborough entrepreneur's global vision to connect businesses and communities

Wadlow Civil Engineering (UK) Limited appointed liquidators on October 22 (stock image)

Civil engineering company based in Peterborough enters liquidation

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

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Sir Ian McKellen has led tributes to Sir Patrick Stewart following his death from Alzheimer’s disease, calling him “the most respected and beloved actor of his generation”.

Ian McKellen reveals warning he gave Patrick Stewart before Star Trek

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BBC TV licence fee could top £200 as thousands stop paying

Sir Tom Jones

Tom Jones postpones concerts after being struck down with flu

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