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• Lorry fire on A603 spreads to field

  23-08-2018 17:18 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A lorry carrying 30 tonnes of hay caught light on the A603 at Harlton
  
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• Thieves crash stolen van into ditch whilst attempting to steal underground cable

  05-12-2025 11:15 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Police have described "serious disruption to communities" as a result of cable theft
  
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• Crossbow injury killed man as arrested woman released on bail

  05-12-2025 10:18 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A post-mortem concluded that the cause of death was a fatal injury caused by a crossbow bolt. A 61-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder.
  
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• Police told to make changes after young Cambs boy's death

  05-12-2025 08:49 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Benedict Blythe, 5, began vomiting at school and tragically died at hospital after resuscitation attempts were unsuccessful
  
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• Cambridgeshire schools named among region's best in Sunday Times 2026 guide

  05-12-2025 08:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  One local school was named the best comprehensive in our region
  
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• The notorious female serial killer who killed three men soon to be featured on TV show

  05-12-2025 06:20 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Joanne Dennehy killed three men in a 10-day spree, before trying to kill two more while on the run from police
  
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• Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA claimants face new DWP eligibility checks

  04-12-2025 21:44 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  New laws allow direct deductions from accounts of those refusing to repay debts, plus bank checks for Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA claimants
  
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• Cambridge to face travel disruption as Stagecoach workers go on strike

  04-12-2025 19:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Strikes will take place on five days over Christmas
  
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• Iconic Coca Cola Christmas truck to visit town just over an hour from Cambridge

  04-12-2025 17:08 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Visitors are invited to step into a festive spectacle, where twinkling lights illuminate the iconic red truck, creating the perfect backdrop for seasonal selfies
  
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• Man claimed he 'rescued' puppies as he's accused of break-in at Cambridgeshire breeders

  04-12-2025 17:03 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Five Animal Rising activists are accused of being part of a burglary at MBR Acres in Cambridgeshire in December 2022, where 20 beagles were taken
  
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• The Cambridgeshire home with a garden the length of an airport runway

  04-12-2025 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The rural home is up for sale and has an asking price of £600,000
  
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• Cambs man charged with robbery and possession of a knife in public

  04-12-2025 16:48 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The 39-year-old man has been charged. He will appear at Peterborough Crown Court for plea and trial preparation in 2026.
  
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• Town expansion plans take step forward as nearly 100 new homes get approval

  04-12-2025 16:36 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Outline plans to build up to 99 new homes on the edge of Soham have been approved by East Cambridgeshire District Council.
  
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• Cambridgeshire man dies after being hit by car as murder investigation launched

  04-12-2025 15:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A man has been arrested and remains in custody
  
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• Police granted more time to question woman arrested on suspicion of murder

  04-12-2025 15:15 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The man in his 50s was initially treated for serious injuries, but later died. His death is currently being treated as suspicious.
  
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• Man spotted with seven-inch knife on Cambridge street

  04-12-2025 15:06 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  He was spotted by a member of the public
  
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• Busy Cambridge roundabout to face five days of overnight closures

  04-12-2025 13:50 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The roundabout will be closed overnight due to roadworks. A diversion route will be in place.
  
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• Lack of NHS dentists sees some people ‘pulling their teeth out with pliers’ councillor claims

  04-12-2025 13:17 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Concerns about the lack of access to NHS dental treatment in Cambridgeshire were raised by councillors at a meeting this week (December 3).
  
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• Strictly's Stacey Dooley divides fans with 'worst Christmas tree they've ever seen'

  04-12-2025 11:13 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  BBC star Stacey Dooley has gone viral on Instagram after sharing a video of her disco-themed Christmas tree
  
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• Hit and run leaves cyclist with life-changing injuries

  04-12-2025 10:34 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The cyclist, a man in his 60s, was taken to hospital. Police are appealing for witnesses.
  
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• Benefits of sending Cambridge recycling to Northern Ireland 'outweigh negatives', meeting hears

  04-12-2025 05:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Councillor Rosy Moore (Labour) said the recycling contract with Re-Gen, which sees Cambridge recycling waste taken to Northern Ireland, had been “really successful” so far.
  
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• DWP benefit increase confirmed as Universal Credit to rise by inflation rate in April

  04-12-2025 04:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Universal Credit payments will increase by 3.8% from April 2026, the DWP has confirmed, in line with September's inflation rate
  
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• Animals 'starving behind closed doors' warning as pet neglect rises in Cambridgeshire

  04-12-2025 02:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The RSPCA said the rise in reports of animal neglect is 'heartbreaking'
  
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• WASPI campaigners edge closer to victory in state pension age dispute

  03-12-2025 21:07 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been accused of "backing down" in the battle over compensation for women affected by the state pension age increase
  
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• Police warning to car boot customers after shoplifting spree

  03-12-2025 19:32 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A man, 50, was arrested after stealing household items for four days straight
  
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• Lower busway speed limits see passenger numbers fall as journeys are longer

  03-12-2025 17:05 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Officers at Cambridgeshire County Council said journey times had not increased to a “huge extent”, but recognised passenger numbers were down on some services.
  
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• Person dies after being struck by train between Cambridgeshire and London

  03-12-2025 16:47 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The person was pronounced dead at the scene.
  
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• 'No immediate plans' to cut number of public bins in Cambridge

  03-12-2025 16:42 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge City Council undertook a trial looking at the use of its public bins and found some are 'underused', but said there are no current plans to remove them.
  
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• Police called to 'serious' crash involving car and bike

  03-12-2025 15:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The crash has closed the road. Police have advised drivers to avoid the area.
  
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• Person struck by train as Cambridgeshire trains cancelled – live updates

  03-12-2025 15:28 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A person has been struck by a train between Cambridgeshire and London. Services in Cambridge and Peterborough have been cancelled.
  
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