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James Morgan and Stilton Butchers hope to return to Peterborough next month.

Family-owned Stilton Butchers to get new lease of life with return to city

Cllr Shabina Qayyum

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

Here are the 10 fixed speed cameras in and around Peterborough where you could get caught in November 2026.

Every speed camera in and around Peterborough to look out for in November

Nicusor Ionescu (27)

Driver jailed after fleeing car crash leaving passenger trapped and injured

The Park Medical Centre

Woman 'threatened to burn and bomb' GP surgery where leader of council worked

Zak Perrin and Madison keys at The Falcon Inn, Fotheringhay

Village pub near Peterborough named in The Good Food Guide 2026

Crews work at the scene

Fire service confirm derelict hotel was torched by arsonists

Peterborough MP Andrew Pakes has called for government action to save jobs at Poundland

Peterborough MP urges government to step in to save Poundland jobs

Imran Ali

Second robber jailed for stealing child’s bike during ambush on youngsters

The seized e-bike

Halloween nightmare for Peterborough rider as police seize illegal e-bike

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

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Train knifeman appeared to believe his victim was the devil, court told

A section of the former Roman Court, near Wisbech

Alarm voiced at government moves to create accommodation for asylum seekers

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Sport

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Fairy Mary Christmas celebrating OPAL platinum award with children from Gunthorpe primary school

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A Family Affair: Sisters and Daughter Lose 11½ Stone Together!

A family affair: Sisters and daughter lose 11½ stone together

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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

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Wanted man has Peterborough links

Police are appealing for witnesses

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

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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

What's On

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

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Landmark Loading Festival

Peterborough festival offering a taste of up and coming theatre

Hunts Phil choir and orchestra and Music Director Dan Watson on stage at Hinchingbrooke Performing Arts Centre

Choir marks Remembrance with beautiful songs by a composer killed on the Somme

Retro

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10 Peterborough scenes from the late 1970s
These 10 snaps perfectly capture the city in the late ‘70s
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Action from Posh v Bury in 1980

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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

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?

Homes & Gardens

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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.

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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

Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour has been described as ‘better than on TV’

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The Cricut crafting machine that could turn a hobby into a business and it does more than just stickers

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Forget tablets and toys, Yoto is the Christmas present children can enjoy all year round

Yoto is the screen-free Christmas gift children can use every day

OPI shoppers can spin an online reward wheel to win extra discounts, free nail polish, vouchers and more in its early Black Friday promotion.

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

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People

The hospital shortly before it was decommissioned in 2010

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November and December are Royal Mail's busiest months of the year

Royal Mail confirms delivery delays for four Peterborough postcodes

Cathedral views from the balcony at Cathedral House at Fletton Quays

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Opinion

Councillor John Howard, Conservative Group Press Officer

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Business

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

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