Ely and Cambridgeshire News
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'I'm stuck in my flat due to £4k service charge'
Kasun Kalirai would not have put his flat on the market had it not been for rocketing service charges.
Huge underground reservoir drained for 'deep clean'
Once repairs have been carried out the underground reservoir will be refilled and tested.
Knee replacement patient goes home on same day as op
Nico Steenkamp says he was happy to get home quickly to help free-up bed space.
Did Cromwell see Mary Queen of Scots' coffin?
The coffin was moved to London for reburial in 1612 and travelled through Cromwell's home town.
Northern Lights illuminate the East of England
The spectacular aurora borealis lights up the night sky across the East of England.
Scrapping of suicide review 'one of my worst days'
The cancellation of a mental health trust's suicide review leaves one mother "shocked and upset".
Secret Garden Party festival opts for no headliners
The owner of a country estate asks "why allocate a massive budget to one or two headliners?"
Why would basket hangers need a safety course?
A power firm says it is not aware of any safety incidents involving people hanging items on lampposts.
Officer struck and discriminated against Polish man
A misconduct panel is told Sgt Wyss shouted, swore and discriminated against the arrested man.
Pause on new incinerators extended by government
Environment Secretary Steve Barclay removed himself from the process after opposing one in his constituency.
Farmer's one of first to use AI driverless tractors
Will Mumford believes the robots will not lead to fewer farmers but help them farm more sustainably.
Tributes paid to grandmother killed in two-car crash
Eileen Spanner was funny, always laughing and always ready to help anyone, her family say.
Chapel up for sale after congregation dwindles
The chapel which held its last service in 2021 is up for sale for £250,000.
Suicide review cancelled by mental health trust
A review of the deaths of patients who died at a mental health trust will not be proceeding.
Ship could be awarded Freedom of the City
Two thirds of councillors will need to approve the decision.
Labour remains in control of Cambridge City Council
The Greens pick up one seat from the Lib Dems but there's no change in control of the authority.
Darryl Preston re-elected as Cambridgeshire PCC
The Conservative police and crime commissioner, who also covers Peterborough, wins a second term.
Kuenssberg: Are Tories resigned to electoral fate under Sunak?
Tory MPs are in no mood to oust Rishi Sunak despite local results pointing to general election defeat.
Local election results in maps and charts
Analysis of results in the local elections 2024, including the London mayor and councils around England.
Sunrisers beat Southern Vipers by three wickets
Eve Jones makes an unbeaten 136 to lead Central Sparks to victory over Thunder in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy.
Ferguson hopes to make good season 'unforgettable'
Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson dismisses last year's play-off heartbreak as a "one-off" as they prepare to face Oxford United.
Bennett, Taylor among seven to leave Cambridge
Veteran duo Ryan Bennett and Lyle Taylor are among seven players released by Cambridge, including club stalwart Harrison Dunk.
Making a difference by royal appointment
Winners of BBC Radio Cambridgeshire?s Make a Difference Awards meet the King and Queen.
Will St Neots revamp work?
A revamp of St Neots Market Square is hoping to improve the town centre.
Blooming red tape
Award-winning Chatteris in Bloom says red tape is getting in the way of their displays.
Celebrating 125 years of Wicken Fen
The National Trust?s first nature reserve marks its milestone with an expansion project.
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.
Woman killed near bus stop 'devoted to her family'
A man has been charged with the murder of Anita Mukhey, who was stabbed in north London on Thursday.
'I'm stuck in my flat due to £4k service charge'
Kasun Kalirai would not have put his flat on the market had it not been for rocketing service charges.
'Good progress' on M25 works as motorway shut
The motorway is shut in both directions between junctions nine and 10 until 06:00 on Monday.
Lottery winner celebrates with Blackpool holiday
Raymond Young says Blackpool was his childhood holiday spot and is his "home from home".
Hiker found dead after mountain rescue search
Wasdale Mountain Rescue team say its "sincere condolences" go to the walker?s family and friends.
Cyclist who punctured lung in crash returns to race
He will raise funds for the Great North Air Ambulance which saved his life in last year's race.
The treasures hidden along Britain's coasts
More than 300 items found at sea were reported last year including an elephant tusk and human bones.
Teacher banned over inappropriate relationship
Andrew Boreland was "physically intimate" with the child who he knew was "vulnerable".
Singer 'very lucky' to overcome debilitating injury
Platinum-selling artist Vince Freeman has overcome six years of extreme pain to release his album.
Protest over houses being built on Roman remains
Campaigners want the site in Marske, Teesside, to be protected because of its history.
War nurses who flew into WW2 battles celebrated
The Flying Nightingales formed to aid the D-Day landings by carrying supplies and evacuating troops.
One-eyed dog saved from being put down after op
Ashbourne Animal Welfare says despite her missing eye she has plenty of potential new homes.