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CCTV image of 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

Knifeman who stabbed 10 people on a train was ‘on a mission’, court told

Mark was reported missing this week

Appeal to find missing man from Oundle

Darren Matthews

Police appeal for help to find wanted man from Spalding.

Fireworks being let off in Lincoln Road, Peterborough

Watch as fireworks are let off in the street in Peterborough

The telehandler left at the scene

Town councillor speaks of devastation after ram raiders hit Whittlesey again

The Nationwide Building Society in Whittlesey after being targeted by ram raiders

Ram raiders escape empty handed after attack on Nationwide in Whittlesey

Smoke can be seen coming from the back of a Peterborough City Council refuse lorry

Refuse lorry catches fire during bin collection rounds in Peterborough

Several firework displays will be taking place in and around Peterborough on November 5

All the firework displays in and around Peterborough on November 5

Iva and Gintare pictured with Zi Foundation volunteers at last year's Christmas Giveaway.

Two mothers want your help to provide 1,000 Christmas presents for city children

Guests at the 90th anniversary celebrations for the City of Peterborough Swimming Club

COPS makes a splash with its 90th anniversary celebrations

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Work on the pedestrian walkway continues into November

Photos show new pedestrian walkway across Queensgate roundabout taking shape

Police confirmed the death was not being treated as suspicious

Man arrested on suspicion of murder released without charge

Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths and tributes were included in the pages of the Peterborough Telegraph on Thursday, November 5

The lost loved ones included in the Peterborough Telegraph this week

Anglian Water were given another 2 star rating

Anglian Water given damning report over sewage leaks

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Jack Marriott after a Posh goal in 2017. Photo Joe Dent/theposh.com.

Jack is back to face Posh and a 6-0 win when Reading were last here in a cup

Harry Leonard (right) struck the crossbar with this close-range shot against Luton Town last Saturday. Photo David Lowndes.

'Angry' Posh striker could get 30 goals this season according to his chairman

Luca Christoudias (blue) scored for Posh in the FA Youth Cup at Mansfield Town. Photo Joe Dent/theposh.com

Posh fall at the first FA Youth Cup hurdle after a penalty shootout

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Sam Hughes during his comeback game for Posh against Luton. Photo David Lowndes.

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St Helen’s Headteacher Dan Ainscow and Meridian Trust CEO Mark Woods celebrate the school’s official welcome to the Trust alongside pupils.

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Crime

The incident happened near the junction of Oundle Road and Jubilee Street

Man arrested over fatal collision that killed take away driver is re-bailed

Some of the crooks jailed in October

Jailed in October: 22 crooks locked up for crimes in and around Peterborough

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

Train passenger describes being stabbed as ‘like an electric shock’

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Jail for Peterborough sex offender who targeted girl

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Council leader speaks of abuse - as woman sentenced for threat to kill

The BMW after it had crashed into a tree in Eastfield Road, Peterborough

Driver jailed after fleeing car crash leaving passenger trapped and injured

What's On

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Brewery Tap has a night celebrating the life of Ziggy Chowdry on Friday

A nine-band Punk all-dayer and a tribute night for 'maverick' Ziggy Chowdry

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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

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Reputedly the most haunted building in the city, the historic Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery was once a hospital.

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A view from Cumbergate looking towards St Johns's Church

The history behind Cumbergate: Peterborough’s fascinating medieval street

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

Health

How the medical centre is proposed to look after Phase Two.

New medical centre building approved to meet growing patient demand

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

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Homes & Gardens

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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.

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Lifestyle

The Giving Tree will be in Sand Martin House until December 4

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People

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Cllr Shabina Qayyum lays a wreath during the 2025 Remembrance Sunday service

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The Youth Zone, Lido, and city centre regeneration - including the Guildhall - are all options for investment in the council's budget document

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