Peterborough and Cambridgeshire News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Peterborough and Cambridgeshire. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Fewer busway passengers after speed limit lowered
The limit on the network, where three people have died, is reduced while fencing is installed.

East of England news quiz of the week
From the PM at a primary school to dumping stuff down drains, how many questions can you get right?

Two of oldest surviving quads die at almost 90
The four babies made headlines when born in 1935 when they were not expected to all survive.

Parents out of pocket after baby shop goes bust
A woman discovers the company has folded while chasing up a delivery for her pregnant daughter.

Bus routes costing more than £100 a passenger axed
"Tough choices" based on cost and use mean the services' subsidies will be cancelled.

Councils combine to draw up county's housing plans
Two local authorities in Cambridgeshire agree to join forces and consult the public on their work.

'Free parking proposal is inappropriate'
Cambridgeshire County Council's Lucy Nethsingha opposes the Huntingdonshire and Peterborough plan.

Blue plaque for Bertrand Russell unveiled
The plaque honouring the philosopher and anti-war activist will be put up on his home in Cambridge.

Mum fundraises to keep son's memory alive a year on
Award winner Claire Reece says talking about a loved one is "a very taboo subject when a child dies".

The US families celebrating Thanksgiving 5,000 miles from home
"We've tried to find new friends who may not have somewhere to be on the day."

Hospice cut will hit quality of life, says motion
Nine beds at a Cambridge hospice are expected to close after a hospital trust removed funding.

Council ends flag-raising tree surgeon's contract
Billy Crotty single-handedly hung about 300 flags along a stretch road in Cambridgeshire.

Puppies rescued after mum hides them in hole in tree
Five puppies have been found being protected by their mother in a hole in a tree trunk.

Waste site problems costs council £100,000 a week
The Waterbeach facility needs significant investment to reduce emissions.

Cambridge City Women name new management team
Cambridge City Women appoint Luke Camilleri as their new first-team manager, replacing Stewart Nicholls.

Cambridge 'will look at other sites', says CEO
Cambridge United remain open to staying at their current home despite putting redevelopment plans on hold, chief executive Alex Tunbridge says.

Cambridge put redevelopment plans on hold
Cambridge United are looking for fresh investment after putting plans to redevelop the Cledara Abbey Stadium on hold.

Decorations for Dave
A local pub has been celebrating Christmas since October for a special reason.

Transplant pioneer Sir Terence English dies at 93
Tributes have been paid to pioneering transplant surgeon Sir Terence English.

Cambridge United
Alex Tunbridge on Cambridge's plans for redeveloping the Abbey Stadium.

Goldeneye at 30: When James Bond came to Cambs
Bond film Goldeneye was set in Russia, but parts were filmed on the Nene Valley Railway.

Injury will not end Sayers career
British Olympic javelin thrower Goldie Sayers says she does not want her elbow injury to put an end to her career.

Ahern to face corruption charge
Newmarket jockey Eddie Ahern and ex-West Brom footballer Neil Clement are charged with breaches of racing's rules.

Alfreton Town 1-1 Cambridge
Michael Gash's injury-time penalty secures Cambridge a point at Alfreton Town in the Blue Square Bet Premier.

Ferguson expects Gayle interest
Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson is hoping another club will not sabotage Dwight Gayle's proposed move to London Road.

Cardiff 1-2 Peterborough
Struggling Peterborough secure a deserved win to end Championship leaders Cardiff City’s 100% home record at Cardiff City Stadium.

Injured Barnett returns to Posh
Striker Tyrone Barnett returns to Peterborough after suffering a knee injury during his loan spell at Ipswich.

Berry lay-off blow for Cambridge
Cambridge United midfielder Luke Berry will be out of action for up to 10 weeks following a knee operation.

Pompey extend Mendez-Laing loan
Portsmouth extend the loan period of Peterborough United winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing until the beginning of January.
Tributes to boy who died after being hit by train
Former Nottingham Forest academy player Joshua Travis is remembered as having "incredible energy".
Manchester to London train to run without passengers
The 07:00 GMT train will only carry staff to London following a decision by the rail regulator.
Dozens arrested at pro-Palestine demonstrations
Demonstrations were co-ordinated in cities including Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham.
Terminally ill boy gets final wish to meet Santa
Jacob from Merseyside has met Santa one last time after an "amazing" response to his mum's plea.
'Women want answers on breast cancer care harms'
Solicitors say they are getting calls every day about the County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust.
Twice-deported man jailed for re-entering country
The Albanian national was first deported after being convicted of drugs offences, Leeds Crown Court heard.
'Blind Date paired me with a future TV presenter'
Donda Michaelas, from Bearsted, went on a date with Jenni Falconer in 1994 on the popular TV show.
Villagers fear overtourism has hit 'breaking point'
Visitors to a Cotswolds hotspot are becoming "disillusioned" due to overcrowding, locals say.
Car driver hits caravan after drinking on train
Heather Allmond is sentenced for drink driving after getting behind the wheel of her car at a station.
Two men arrested after man dies following fight
Franklin Francis, 56, died in hospital two days after he was found unresponsive, police say.
Synagogue attack suspect to be questioned further
Officers are questioning a 31-year-old man who was arrested at Manchester Airport on Thursday.
Builder covers home with 235,000 Christmas lights
The display includes reindeer on the roof, huge glittering snowflakes and a Santa figure.