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The festival brings Christmas magic to the Cathedral

Organisations urged to decorate a tree for magical Cathedral Christmas festival

Flavia Cacace dropped in for a workshop at Tu Danse Studios earlier this year. Photos: Andy Gutteridge

Start your own Strictly journey at Peterborough dance studios

The "mystery man"

Looking Back: Intrigued by the mystery man

Her Majesty opening The Cresset in 1978. Did you see her?

12 fascinating photos of Peterborough people from the late 1970s

Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape

Treats for children and families to see at Peterborough's Key Theatre

10 things to look out for in Peterborough

Civic Pride: 10 things to look out for in Peterborough

4.9/5 OpenTable rating. A recent customer told OpenTable: "Fantastic Sunday lunch. The team at The King’s Head are brilliant. We always have a lovely time there."

The busiest restaurants in Cambridgeshire during October 2026

Stamford Day Treatment Unit. Photo North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Booking system could be introduced at Stamford Treatment Unit to manage demand

The Sobrite Spring was once a highly venerated - and commercially successful - natural water source in the city.

The hidden Peterborough water spring Victorians described as 'absolutely pure'

Murder victim Baye Bireme Fall.

Murder trial shown CCTV of 16-year-old collapsing following stabbing

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Half term fun at Ferry Meadows

Your guide to half term fun at Ferry Meadows

One of the two giant supports being lowered into place for welding

Cygnet Bridge taking shape on Embankment

McCain Foods factory in Whittlesey

Jobs at risk as McCain Foods in Whittlesey plans manufacturing changes

The scene in Orton Goldhay and the victim Baye Bireme Fall (inset).

Teens (18) and (15) 'jointly responsible for stabbing' of boy, murder trial told

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Posh Latest

Robbie Savage was given a round of applause ahead of kick-off. Photo: David Lowndes.

Boss believes Posh 'without question' deserved victory over Burton
Peterborough United boss Robbie Savage insists his side ‘without question’ deserved to beat Burton Albion at the Weston Homes Stadium on Saturday.
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Midfielder could be sidelined for up to two months

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Burton boss disappointed a wonder goal didn't win the game for his team at Posh

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Sport

Matt Garbett celebrates the POsh equaliser against Burton Albion. Photo David Lowndes.

REPORT: Savage-ball on full view as Posh grab a point from enthralling contest
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Ethan Williams has impressed as a number ten for Peterborough United. Photo: David Lowndes.

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Goal and a red card for Sports man, Bourne bounce back, great Netherton goal

Two-goal Spalding United star Dan Jarvis. Photo Ruby Pindar.

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Your World Peterborough

Bayleaf Care Home in Huntingdon is hosting a Menopause Awareness on 29th October at 2pm

Local care home to host menopause awareness presentation

Residents enjoy the music performed by Steve Bull

Residents at local care home lend their ears to live music performance

Neighbourly charity donation

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Peterborough solopreneur shortlisted for national award

Seweryn, Miley and Julia, students from Thomas Clarkson Academy.

Thomas Clarkson Academy Sixth Form students set their sights on top universities

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Pupils from primary schools across Meridian Trust took part in a dedicated Environment Day.

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Crime

Residents are being warned about the risk of scams

Peterborough 87-year-old woman conned out of £7,000

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Man attacked in attempted robbery near Peterborough city centre

There were 126.0 offences per 1,000 people in Peterborough

Latest figures show which Peterborough neighbourhoods have highest crime rates

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Two robbers convicted of attacking group of boys and stealing bicycle

A stolen tractor recovered by police

Police recover £700,000 of property stolen in rural crime

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Whittlesey man jailed after prolonged campaign of abuse and threats

What's On

Mark Grist will be supporting Rowan McCabe in Stamford on November 4

Peterborough poet's Stamford support gig

Peterborough STEM Festival returns on Saturday

16 things to do this week - including Peterborough STEM Festival

The Queens Head, Bulwick

Limestone village near Peterborough the place to go for stunning autumn colours

The Bell Inn, Stilton

Stay in this historic pub in a cosy village near Peterborough

Retro

BBC weather presenter Michael Fish was quick to play down the storm's potential

Reader memories to mark 39 years since the Great Storm of 1987 hit Peterborough
The storm claimed the lives of 18 people in England
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A stage adaptation of hit BBC sitcom Porridge (inset) is coming to New Theatre next year.

70s sitcom to return to stage with new adaptation coming to Peterborough

Central Park's sunken garden in 2009

Looking Back: Central Park's sunken garden in all its glory

Do you remember shopping in Timothy Whites?

10 vintage photos of Peterborough people and places in the 1960s

Have you ever wondered about this concrete block beneath the Nene Viaduct?

The little-known Peterborough WW2 relic that you've walked past without knowing

Health

Peterborough City Hospital.

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

Nene Valley Hodgson Medical Practice.

Opening date of Peterborough GP's following relocation revealed

Clayton Pharmacy.

Opening of pharmacy welcomed after three months of closure

New Health customers are not tied to a subscription or long-term contract, giving them greater flexibility over their treatment.

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Homes & Gardens

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

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Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

The bargain brolly designed to stand up to autumn gusts

Ninja's brand-new Crispi air fryer has already been discounted

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range is currently 25% off for Nectar customers, with several freezer-friendly options that could help shoppers get ahead on Christmas food, including this Mini Pies & Vol Au Vent Sharing Selection.

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Simba Sleep has launched a payday promotion with savings of up to 30% across selected mattresses, pillows, bedding and beds.

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Lifestyle

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The former Burger King restaurant in Long Causeway

New fast food occupant confirmed for former Burger King restaurant

Curry Delight has reopened in Werrington

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

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People

The development site off Staplee Way,. Peterborough, and close to the Tesco distribution centre

Up to 200 jobs could be created with warehouses plan for Peterborough
About 200 jobs could be created under new plans to create a business park in Peterborough.
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Team 7 Building Contractors Ltd has entered liquidation (stock image)

Peterborough construction company enters liquidation

Temperatures in Peterborough are expected to be “near or above average” heading into early November

Met Office long range forecast suggests what Peterborough can expect in November

Opinion

Andrew Pakes MP (right) alongside Andy Palmer CEO of Cambridgeshire Deaf Association (left)

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“What has struck me most is how often deafness and hearing loss often remains invisible in public life”

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Councillor John Howard, Conservative Group Press Officer

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PCC Leader Cllr Shabina Qayyum (right)

Town Hall View: Doing what is best for people

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Business

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The Peterborough United stadium in London Road will host a jobs fair on October 16

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