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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

Alan Dowson.

New memoir tells story of remarkable life of former Peterborough Mayor

Some of the waste dumped by Smith

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

The Mulberry Tree Farm pub in Kempley Close, Hampton, closed its doors on February 28. It has been replaced by the Hickory's Smokehouse.

10 businesses that Peterborough has lost in 2026

Rylan Ray

Police praise bravery of victims after ex councillor Rylan Ray convicted of rape

Rylan Ray

UPDATE: Ex city councillor Rylan Ray GUILTY of rape + 22 other counts

Bright Stars Day Nursery in Dogsthorpe.

Glowing Ofsted report for Peterborough nursery

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

Rylan Ray has been convicted of a number of sex offences including rape

City Tory leader reacts as ex-councillor convicted of rape & child sex offences

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

Man accused of train attack 'stabbed 14-year-old boy in Peterborough' court told

Poundland at Brotherhood Retail Park in Peterborough.

Future of 3 Peterborough Poundland stores hangs in the balance

Ivan Tone. Photo: Joe Dent,

Former Posh star to stand trail over nightclub assault

LGR has been delayed again

Decision on major reform of Peterborough and Cambs councils delayed AGAIN

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Posh Latest

Will Posh risk playing central defender Sam Hughes after his long lay-off? Photo Joe Dent/theposh.com.

The drastic changes Posh might have to make to their starting line-up
Peterborough United could have a tough time fielding a competitive side against Luton Town at the Weston Homes Stadium on Saturday (3pm).
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Lucca Mendonca in action for Peterborough United against Huddersfield Town. Photo: Joe Dent.

Savage backs Mendonca Lucca to go to the very top, very quickly

Posh v Notts County will be played at the Weston Homes Stadium in November. Photo Leila Coker Getty Images.

Posh v Notts County has been rescheduled

Harry Leonard could miss out for Peterborough United. Photo: David Lowndes.

Injuries piling up for Posh ahead of Luton Town clash

Charlotte Steggles celebrates her first Posh goal against Norwich City at PIMS Park. Photo Darren Wiles

Steggles strikes late to stretch the unbeaten National League run of Posh Women

Sport

The Nash family from the left, Amir, Arshan and Bob.

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Three members of the Nash family were kickboxing medal winners for Hicks Family Martial Arts Club at a competitive Bristol Open
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Luton Town star Kasey Palmer. (Photo by Jasper Wax/Getty Images).

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Owura Edwards in action for Posh at Bradford City. Photo Joe Dent/theposh.com

Comment: The 3 things wrong with Posh after chaotic contest

Dillon Lawrence was man-of-the-match for Pantoms at Romford Raiders. Photo Willow Florence Photography

Phantoms crushed after conceding 5 goals in the first 10 minutes

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NFU President Tom Bradshaw.

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1. Representatives from MM Wealth joined the Foundation to launch this year’s Surviving Winter Appeal with a cheque handover.

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Calling all renovators for new George Clarke series for Channel 4

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Professional speakers get a home of their own in the East of England

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STEM professional is a finalist in three major regional STEM awards

St John Ambulance shares first aid advice to help keep people safe during Halloween, Diwali and Bonfire Night celebrations.

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Crime

Emergency services at Huntingdon Station (picture: Getty)

Train attacker asked passenger ‘do you want to die?’ during rampage, court told

Police are warning others about distraction burglars

Peterborough pensioner has £2,600 stolen in distraction burglary

Some of the suspected stolen items found in the car

Armed police stop car as two women arrested over 'large retail theft' in Deeping

Three people have been arrested

Peterborough teenagers aged 15 and 18 arrested on suspicion of e-bike robbery

Do you recognise this man?

CCTV appeal after £1,850 hedgehog statue stolen from Stamford shop

The train at Huntingdon Station

Attacker ‘brought terror’ to train passengers in stabbing 'rampage' court told

What's On

Cath The Roebucks at The Lime Tree on Friday

Some Alt-Country Indie Blues - and a whole lot of Halloween specials

Things to do in Peterborough this week

Psychological thriller on stage and a comedy legend - things to do this week

John Partridge and Mollie Gallagher in The Silence of the Lambs at New Theatre

Review: The Silence of the Lambs offers plenty to shout about

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

There's another chance to celebrate 50 years of Anabelles on November 14 at The Met Lounge

Peterborough 70s nightclub reunion - and the return of the 'slowies section'
Once the staple of any nightclub evening back in the day, The ‘Slowies Section’ or the ‘Smooch Session’ will be making a return at the latest 50th Anniversary night for Peterborough’s first ever nightclub Anabelles on November 14.
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The 2016 reunion at London Road

Looking Back: When Farley returned to London Road

This photo shows the 1976 North Ward Christmas Dinner at Unity Hall in Millfield

10 of the best photos to take you back to Peterborough in 1976

Three youngsters sitting inside Queensgate shortly after it opened

10 heartwarming photos of everyday Peterborough folk in the 1980s

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

WATCH: Is Peterborough Museum really the most haunted place in the city..?

Health

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

These figures show that demand for ambulance services remains high as the NHS heads into the winter months, when services traditionally face additional pressures

Busiest year ever for East of England Ambulance Service

Peterborough City Hospital.

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

Homes & Gardens

How the development is proposed to look. Credit: Persimmon Homes.

Fresh plans for 250 new homes in village put forward
Fresh plans to create 250 new homes in a Peterborough village have been brought forward.
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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.

Stacey Solomon loves this powerful Shark ‘vacuum of dreams’

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.

Amazon's £25 heated blanket tops best-seller chart

Lakeland's Barista Espresso Machine is reduced from £169.99 to £136 in the retailer's huge October sale.

Lakeland launches huge sale with savings of up to 20%

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

Lifestyle

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Villagers rally to save local pub from potential development

The Aromatherapy Associates Atomiser Connect makes a luxurious Christmas gift, pictured with the Winter Wellbeing essential oil blend.

I tried the £190 diffuser that makes my home smell like a spa

Young Driver sessions are available on Wowcher

Discounts on driving experiences for teens ahead of Christmas

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

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People

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Peterborough taxi firm to donate cash from fares to air ambulance
A Peterborough taxi firm is set to donate cash made from fares to help support the East Anglian Air Ambulance
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The deadline to apply for secondary school places is approaching

Less than a week to apply for Peterborough secondary school places

The B671 near Peterborough remains closed

B671 near Peterborough remains closed after more than 6 hours

Opinion

Council Leader Shabina Qayyum on a visit to each charity.

Town Hall View: Celebrating those who support and inspire children

“I cannot wait to hear the stories of the winners”

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Business

The BizNet Global Awards launch at the House of Commons

Peterborough entrepreneur's global vision to connect businesses and communities

Wadlow Civil Engineering (UK) Limited appointed liquidators on October 22 (stock image)

Civil engineering company based in Peterborough enters liquidation

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

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