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Cambridge's 'hyper-dense' HMO hotspots as council considers restrictions
10+ hour, 21+ min ago (788+ words) Cambridge’s HMO hotspots have been revealed in new data as the council considers restrictions after a petition raised locals' concerns. Donna Ferguson, a campaigner behind the petition, said she knew the “strength of feeling” around HMOs but was still surprised…...
Everything you need to know ahead of Cambridge South opening this weekend
2+ week, 5+ day ago (400+ words) A new train station opens in Cambridge this weekend, after facing delays. Cambridge South station will welcome its first passengers on Sunday, June 28. The opening comes after much delay, with the date being pushed back twice. The first delay was…...
The tranquil Cambridge nature reserve where you can swim in a river
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (291+ words) Cows leisurely grazing near Cambridge city centre on Sheep's Green Coe Fen Nature Reserve(Image: Niamh Dann/CambridgeshireLive) There are several grand rivers that flow throughout Cambridgeshire. These rivers are some of the most tranquil sights on a quiet sunny…...
City restaurant branded ‘one of the most flavoursome meals’ by food reviewer
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (458+ words) A Cambridge city restaurant has been described as serving "one of the most flavoursome meals" by a TikTok influencer. Little Petra, a traditional Jordanian restaurant in the Heart of Cambridge, has been highly commended by popular food reviewer, Alex Green....
Marshall defence company planning move from Cambridge to Wales
2+ mon, 10+ hour ago (346+ words) Marshall Land Systems is currently based in Cambridge(Image: Google Street View) A global defence contractor based in Cambridge has announced plans to relocate to South Wales, impacting 158 employees. Marshall Land Systems has confirmed a proposal to relocate its UK…...
Dramatic car fire spreads to bus stop in Cambridge
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (133+ words) Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service were called at 12.49pm to a car fire in Brooklands Avenue in Cambridge(Image: Peize Li) Firefighters were called to a road in Cambridge after receiving reports of a car in flames on Saturday, May 2. Cambridgeshire Fire…...
New community centre to be built as part of 120-home Cambridge development
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (237+ words) A library and meeting rooms in a new community space will be built as part of a major 120-home development. The Nest, a new community centre, is set to open in East Barnwell in summer 2027, according to local charity Abbey…...
The famous Cambridge bridge haunted by a heartbroken drowned woman
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (258+ words) Cambridge has a rich history dating back hundreds of years and many ghosts are believed to haunt the streets and buildings of the city. One place said to be one of the most haunted sites in Cambridge is Magdalene Bridge....
Pretty Cambridge street that comes alive in spring and was home to a scientist
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (539+ words) The city of Cambridge is home to many famous streets such as King's Parade, Trinity Street, and Mill Road that tourists regularly flock to. However, there are plenty of tiny side roads that hundreds of people walk past each day…...
Emergency services called to incident affecting Cambridge trains - live updates
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (620+ words) No trains are able to run between Cambridge and Hitchin due to an ‘incident’. Emergency services have been called to the incident this morning (Thursday, April 2). As a result, no trains are running between the two stations. National Rail said…...