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Gaunt Close in Spalding

Murder arrest after death of woman

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Man jailed after accidentally stabbing friend during affray with group of men

Cathedral views from the balcony at Cathedral House at Fletton Quays

First look around plush interiors of new riverside apartments at Whitworth Mill

Staff clearing a wet well in Orton Pumping Station, Peterborough

Anglian Water find scissors, shoes and a watering can in region's sewers

Neal Sean Jones

Wanted man has Peterborough links

The Coca-Cola Christmas truck at Serpentine Green in 2018

Iconic Coca-Cola Christmas truck could stop in Peterborough this year

Flames coming from the roof of the building

Residents urged to keep doors and windows closed in March after fire breaks out

The money will be received in January

Thousands of Peterborough households to receive £100 to help with winter bills

Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham: Journalism is vital part of our national infrastructure

Traffic and Travel

Dualling the A47 has been put back on the agenda.

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

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

A row broke out after councillors were asked why speed bumps were not installed on Bourges Boulevard.

Speed bump question leads to heckler being thrown out of council meeting

The B671 near Peterborough remains closed

B671 near Peterborough remains closed after more than 6 hours

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BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt

BBC presenter quits after 35 years for new career

Why can't we just agree on a direction for plugs to point in, and then stick to it?

The Gadget Agenda: Awkward plugs are driving me up the wall Gareth Butterfield

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Crime

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

Train stabbing accused said 'I am the baddest', court told

Some of the crooks jailed in October

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

Police are appealing for witnesses

Thieves steal tipper truck - before using VW to ram gates of garden centre

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

Some of the waste dumped by Smith

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

Weather

We've taken a look at whether Peterborough could be in for any wintry flurries this November

Could Peterborough get a few flurries this November? Forecast for the month

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

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

The Met Office rainfall radar for Peterborough at 5pm on Saturday (October 23)

Exactly when Storm Boelo will hit Peterborough on Saturday

The Met Office's rain radar for Peterborough at 3am on Friday morning

What to expect as Storm Austen strikes Peterborough on Friday

Opinion

AGM of community organisation Gladca (l to r - Andrew Pakes, MP for Peterborough, Councillor Shabina Qayyum, leader of Peterborough City Council, Councillor Numan Ali Iqbal, cabinet member for growth and regeneration at Peterborough City Council, Councillor Amjad Iqbal, Councillor Mohammed Jamil, cabinet member for finance and corporate governance at Peterborough City Council)

Town Hall View: We must look at options to crack down on nuisance fireworks

At this time of year, the sound of fireworks is not unfamiliar. For children and families Bonfire Night can be lots of fun, but for some residents, particularly...

Shabina Qayyum

Mayor Paul Bristow handing out the voluntary award to Culture Community

Peterborough celebrates the best of our community at the SPARK awards

Andrew outside No 10 for the first Rough Sleeping Summit

Rough sleeping is not inevitable - together, we can end it

Fasten your seatbelts, it’s a big week for everyone’s finances

John Howard

The Joint Mosque’s Council visit

Town Hall View: Helping people facing an unexpected financial crisis

Cllrs Asim Mahmood, Kirsty Knight and Steve Allen at Drysides access road

Political View: ‘Call in’ was the right course of action

Sam on a police walkabout in the Ortons area

Westminster Life: A safer future for our communities

Politics

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

New medical centre building approved to meet growing patient demand

Mayor Paul Bristow.

Mayor invites questions from public for 'Question Time'

An example of how the bee bus stops look. Photo: Bauer Media Outdoor.

Council approves contract for new 'bee bus stops'

The proposed Lakeside Activity Centre at Ferry Meadows, Peterborough

New £6m activity centre put 'on hold'

Adur & Worthing Councils are offering free support to residents who are ‘struggling to afford their energy bills’. (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

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Bills are going up again - unless you act now

Cut energy bills by £388 with this free tool before the cap jumps

You might have spare cash sitting in your energy account - here's how to get it back

Explainer Claim energy refunds and save on bills with hidden account credit

Business

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems

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

Poundland at Brotherhood Retail Park in Peterborough.

Future of 3 Peterborough Poundland stores hangs in the balance

UK Trending

Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

Environment

Cuckoos Hollow in Werrington.

Flooding concerns over lack of maintenance at Peterborough nature reserve

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The best places close to Peterborough to pick a pumpkin in time for Halloween!

Peterborough has been under a hosepipe ban since July 11

EXPLAINED: The state of play with Peterborough’s hosepipe ban going into October

Lincoln Road.

Daily cleaning planned to protect £3.4m investment in Lincoln Road

People

Dan with his Player of the Tournament award.

Peterborough's Dan stars as England reach Powerchair World Cup Final
It is the dream of many to represent England in a World Cup Final and for Dan McLellan, he has spent the last few weeks living if for the second time.
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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

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

Peterborough Railway Station

East Coast Mainline disruption between Peterborough & London later this month

Award-winning Peterborough taxi driver Shafiq Ahmed.

Peterborough taxi driver wins award after 30 years of helping people

Education

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

Bright Stars Day Nursery in Dogsthorpe.

Glowing Ofsted report for Peterborough nursery

Eyebury Road works.

Work starts on new zebra crossing outside Peterborough school

Fenlake Business Centre.

New employment hub for young adults planned in Peterborough

Eyebury Road.

Road closure set to begin to create new school crossing

Cllrs Raja Sabeel Ahmed, Wayne Fitzgerald, Lynne Ayres and resident Mohammed Younis.

Calls for safety improvements at Peterborough school crossing

Health

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

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

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Simba’s mattresses have been reduced heavily ahead of Black Friday itself

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