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• Cambridge News published Rio 2016 Olympic diver Dan Goodfellow makes a splash at...

  07-09-2016 21:58 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Twelve years after he first took the plunge from its diving boards, Olympic medalist Daniel Goodfellow returned to a hero's welcome at Parkside Pool today.The 19-year-old wowed the nation in Rio this summer, picking up a bronze in the 10-metre synchro with partner Tom Daley.Born in Cambridge, he learnt to swim at Parkside Pool, but told the News he always had his sights set high above the surface.He said: "I was about seven or eight when I started coming here, I came for some swimming lessons,..
  
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• Cambridge News published All aboard the Cambridge tram? Mixed reaction to new transport...

  07-09-2016 20:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Transport is always a hot topic for discussion in Cambridge, and the latest proposed 'tram plan' is no exception. Yesterday (Tuesday) we reported how the city had been identified as a particularly "attractive" city for a new network of trams by the UK trade body for light rail. According to Colin Robey, managing director of UK Tram, Cambridge has a lot going for it in the tram stakes, as a small city facing big changes. He said: "Trams are a very good way of getting people around in...
  
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• Cambridge News commented All aboard the Cambridge tram? Mixed reaction to new transport...

  07-09-2016 20:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Transport is always a hot topic for discussion in Cambridge, and the latest proposed 'tram plan' is no exception. Yesterday (Tuesday) we reported how the city had been identified as a particularly "attractive" city for a new network of trams by the UK trade body for light rail. According to Colin Robey, managing director of UK Tram, Cambridge has a lot going for it in the tram stakes, as a small city facing big changes. He said: "Trams are a very good way of getting people around in...
  
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• Cambridge News published Huntingdon High Street re-opened after bomb scare at bank

  07-09-2016 19:21 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A section of Huntingdon High Street has been re-opened after a bomb scare earlier this afternoon (Wednesday) saw it cordoned off by police. Shops and businesses in the area of the market square had to be evacuated after reports emerged of a suspicious package in Barclays Bank. The package turned out to be an abandoned suitcase. Cambridgeshire police were called to the scene just after 3.30pm. A spokesman said: "Officers were dealing with a suspicious package left in Barclays Bank in...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Huntingdon High Street re-opened after bomb scare at bank

  07-09-2016 19:21 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A section of Huntingdon High Street has been re-opened after a bomb scare earlier this afternoon (Wednesday) saw it cordoned off by police. Shops and businesses in the area of the market square had to be evacuated after reports emerged of a suspicious package in Barclays Bank. The package turned out to be an abandoned suitcase. Cambridgeshire police were called to the scene just after 3.30pm. A spokesman said: "Officers were dealing with a suspicious package left in Barclays Bank in...
  
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• Cambridge News published Bedford man Matthew Chand found guilty of GBH after driving over...

  07-09-2016 19:08 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A man has been found guilty of deliberately driving a car over his ex-girlfriend – despite trying to argue the incident in Cambourne was an "accident".Yesterday jurors at Cambridge Crown Court took just over three hours to convict Matthew Chand, 36, of causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent following the incident last March.Chand, of St Mary's Road, Wootton, Bedford, also previously pleaded guilty to a second count of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and will...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Sawston company on the acquisition trail

  07-09-2016 18:44 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Excell Group has seen turnover smash through the £30m mark following recent acquisitions after 25 years of steady organic growth.London-based City Voice and City AVS are the latest acquisitions by Sawston-HQ'd Excell, which provides managed software services to clients nationwide.Finance director Edward Pettit (pictured), said he is now keen to find more acquisition targets: "We followed last year's successful acquisition of Resource Utilities and Green Mobile customer bases with the...
  
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• Cambridge News published WATCH: Former Liverpool and England striker Michael Owen gets a...

  07-09-2016 18:18 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Former England and Liverpool striker Michael Owen has been in Newmarket for a riding lesson from jockey Ryan Moore. Owen, who also played for Manchester United, Real Madrid and Newcastle, had a go on a mechanical horse at the British Riding School as part of a promotion for QIPCO British Champions Day at Ascot - the end-of-season finale to the British Flat Season at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday, October 15. Owen, who is a racehorse owner and a QIPCO British Champions Series ambassador,...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Suspicious package reported in Huntingdon town centre

  07-09-2016 18:02 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​Part of Huntingdon town centre has been closed off after a suspicious item was found in Barclays bank.Shops and businesses in the area of the market square were evacuated this afternoon after the package, believed to be an unattended bag was discovered.Police sealed off the area and a bomb disposal crew has been called in. 
  
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• Cambridge News published Rio Paralympics: Laura Sugar hoping for sweet success in Brazil

  07-09-2016 18:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Monday, July 25 is a day Laura Sugar will never forget. For it was the day that, four years after making the decision to switch from hockey to athletics, she received the news of her selection to Great Britain's squad for the Paralympics. The Saffron Walden sprinter has made rapid progress since being inspired to change from her first sporting love, where she captained Wales at under-20 level, by the 2012 Games in London. And while Sugar is naturally delighted to be named as part of the...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Top UK labs £2m investment in Ely

  07-09-2016 17:46 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ALS Pharmaceutical, one of the UK's top microbiology and chemical analysis laboratories, has invested over £2m to quadruple the size of its facility in Ely. The new laboratories, with over 35 staff, welcomed the Mayor of Ely, Ian Lindsay, and over 70 clients, colleagues, suppliers and contractors from around the UK to the official opening ceremony today.The company, with five sister labs located across the UK and Ireland, offers a range of analytical testing services. Clients include local
  
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• CambridgeNews published Cambridge University licenses research for Alzheimer's drug

  07-09-2016 17:23 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge Enterprise, the commercial arm of Cambridge University, today announced the completion of a licensing agreement with Cantabio Pharmaceuticals, Inc, giving access to intellectual property from research targeting the Tau protein for the treatment of "Tauopathies" such as Alzheimer's disease and Dementia.The aggregation of Tau is a hallmark of Tauopathies and is strongly linked to the onset and progression of these diseases. The licensed therapeutic programme contains data and...
  
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• chris elliott published Police and council team up to curb Cambridge punt touts

  07-09-2016 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Council bosses have launched a tough crackdown on punt touts in Cambridge. Starting today, touts will be committing a criminal offence if they operate in certain parts of the city centre. The city council is taking action by bringing in a new public spaces protection order (PSPO). A spokesman said: "We are implementing the measure to prohibit touting for punt tours within specified areas of the city centre." Anyone who flouts the orderfaces a £75 fixed penalty...
  
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• chris elliott commented Police and council team up to curb Cambridge punt touts

  07-09-2016 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Council bosses have announced a launch date for a tough crackdown on punt touts in Cambridge. Starting on Thursday, September 15, touts will be committing a criminal offence if they operate in certain parts of the city centre. The city council is taking action by bringing in a new public spaces protection order (PSPO). A spokesman said: "We are implementing the measure to prohibit touting for punt tours within specified areas of the city centre." Anyone who flouts the...
  
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• Cambridge News published Former Manchester United and Liverpool footballer Michael Owen...

  07-09-2016 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Former England footballer Michael Owen tried a change of career this week and learnt the ropes of being a jockey. Michael went to the British Racing School in Newmarket to have his first lesson from champion jockey Ryan Moore. He got on the mechanical horse to ride the equivalent of the QIPCO British Champions Sprint Stakes, which will be run on Champions Day at Ascot racecourse on Saturday, October 15. Footage courtesy of QIPCO British Champions Series.​Michael said: "Ryan Moore...
  
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• CambridgeNews published White collar crime should be treated like rape

  07-09-2016 16:59 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Leading fraud lawyer, Alison Levitt QC, has said in Cambridge this week that the battle against fraud is not being won.The head of law firm Mishcon de Reya's business crime group, told delegates from 90 countries at an international symposium being held at Cambridge University: "If this is a war, we are not winning it. "The same stigma that is associated with crimes like rape should be attached to economic crime. We shouldn't call it white-collar crime or economic crime, we should call...
  
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• Cambridge News published Reunion in Plymouth: Cambridge United to meet Ryan Donaldson,...

  07-09-2016 16:45 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  One of the favourite pre-match pastimes in press boxes up and down the country is casting an eye over the opposition squad list and discussing any familiar names. "Didn't he used to play for so and so", "I remember seeing him score for whatsit" and "blimey, he must be getting on a bit", or similar phrases, can often be heard when the team sheets get passed around. And there are set to be three familiar names under the heading of Plymouth Argyle when...
  
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• Cambridge News published Don't switch on the heating yet - it's staying warm

  07-09-2016 16:37 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge could soon be basking in a hotter-than-average autumn, weather experts have revealed. Temperatures for September look like being higher than normal, says the Met Office. The good news follows media reports that an Indian summer is on the way – but an Indian summer is only declared when a late burst of warm autumn weather is preceded by a cold snap. This week, the Met Office predicts it will stay warm, and from Sunday, the outlook for the following nine days is for...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Don't switch on the heating yet - it's staying warm

  07-09-2016 16:37 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge could soon be basking in a hotter-than-average autumn, weather experts have revealed. Temperatures for September look like being higher than normal, says the Met Office. The good news follows media reports that an Indian summer is on the way – but an Indian summer is only declared when a late burst of warm autumn weather is preceded by a cold snap. This week, the Met Office predicts it will stay warm, and from Sunday, the outlook for the following nine days is for...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Get ready for breakfast in the office

  07-09-2016 16:34 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Wake up with Wintercomfort is back, the event which brings people together over breakfast while supporting and thinking about homeless people. Homes and offices across Cambridge will be putting the kettles on and getting out the egg cups to mark World Homeless day and support the homeless in Cambridge on October 10."Whether it's a cup of tea after the school-run or a full blown brunch; toast and jam at work or selling bacon butties in the village hall; get together with friends, family or...
  
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• Cambridge News published Dramatic images show 'die-in' protest by disabled people in...

  07-09-2016 16:30 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Dramatic images show a 'die-in' protest by disabled people in Cambridge over cuts to benefits as part of protests across the country. The Eastern Area Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC) group staged a die-in outside Henry Giles House, the home of Cambridge's Jobcentre Plus yesterday. It was held to protest the "deadly" impact government cuts to support for deaf and disabled people. A statement by the group said: "Deaf and disabled people are suffering disproportionately as a result...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Dramatic images show 'die-in' protest by disabled people in...

  07-09-2016 16:30 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Dramatic images show a 'die-in' protest by disabled people in Cambridge over cuts to benefits as part of protests across the country. The Eastern Area Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC) group staged a die-in outside Henry Giles House, the home of Cambridge's Jobcentre Plus yesterday. It was held to protest the "deadly" impact government cuts to support for deaf and disabled people. A statement by the group said: "Deaf and disabled people are suffering disproportionately as a result...
  
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• Cambridge News published Barenaked Ladies: 'We get our energy and will to continue from...

  07-09-2016 16:25 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​Canadian rockers Barenaked Ladies have been around an impressive 28 years. Still going strong in 2016, after a run of multi-platinum selling records, legendary live shows and with a whole new fanbase thanks to their theme tune for The Big Bang Theory, Cambridge will once again get the chance to join in the fun (and their shows are always a LOT of fun) when they play the Corn Exchange this week. We caught up with lead singer Ed Robertson on email, to find out more…Your shows are...
  
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• Cambridge News published Barenaked Ladies: 'We get our energy and our will to continue on...

  07-09-2016 16:25 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​Canadian rockers Barenaked Ladies have been around an impressive 28 years. Still going strong in 2016, after a run of multi-platinum selling records, legendary live shows and with a whole new fanbase thanks to their theme tune for The Big Bang Theory, Cambridge will once again get the chance to join in the fun (and their shows are always a LOT of fun) when they play the Corn Exchange this week. We caught up with lead singer Ed Robertson on email, to find out more…Your shows are...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Weightless aspirations have nothing to do with diets

  07-09-2016 16:11 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  "Today's a big day for us at Weightless Towers," begins the latest missive from the organisation which has created an industry standard for everything to do with the Internet of Things.Weightless is based in Cambridge and there is a strong "w" theme with CEO, Prof William Webb saying: "We are delighted to see Weightless-P take this critical step forward in its evolution with hardware coming soon to the development community."The step forward, announced today from...
  
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• mark taylor commented Rio Paralympics: Lauren Steadman on the journey from swimming to...

  07-09-2016 16:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  As transitions from one sport to another go, you could say that Lauren Steadman has nailed it. Going back through recent history, the nearest comparison is that of Rebecca Romero, who won a rowing silver medal at the Athens Olympics and a cycling gold in Beijing four years later. Steadman will be attending her third Paralympics in Rio, having first been a swimmer and raced at Beijing as a 15-year-old and then competing again at London. Her uncle introduced her to the triathlon world at an...
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge is hub for NHS savings

  07-09-2016 15:26 via cambridge-news.co.uk
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• LydiaFallon published Cambridge church to host special screening of The Battle of the...

  07-09-2016 14:53 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​Now here's a wonderful thing. The Cambridge Film Trust, who organise the annual Cambridge Film Festival, are joining forces with Cambridge Concert Orchestra to stage a special screening of the classic 1916 film The Battle of the Somme with live orchestral accompaniment. The event, which is taking place at St George's Church in Chesterfield Road, is one of 100 performances organised as part of Somme100FILM, an international project to mark the 100th anniversary of
  
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• Cambridge News published Inquest on Jean Constant, 86, is opened and adjourned

  07-09-2016 14:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A full inquest on an elderly woman found dead at retirement flats in St Neots is not expected to take place until the New Year. Inquiries into the death of Jean Constant, 86, are ongoing, senior coroner David Heming said. The inquest into Mrs Constant's death was opened and adjourned at a brief hearing in Huntingdon this morning. Mrs Constant, of Popyfields, in Chapman Way, Eynesbury, was found dead at her flat on August 22nd. Her husband Brendan, 87, was arrested on suspicion of murder...
  
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• Cambridge News published Town council set to bid on Haverhill Corn Exchange

  07-09-2016 14:22 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Haverhill Town Council has voted to place a bid on the town's crumbling Corn Exchange. The landmark in Withersfield Road has been derelict for a decade, but in March this year a private buyer expressed an interest. The town council expressed an intention to bid in response, triggering a six-month moratorium to give them time to develop a plan and decide whether to go ahead. The moratorium period ends on Thursday, September 15. At a meeting on Tuesday night, councillors were shown...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Taxi drivers in Cambridge slammed for strike threat over rail...

  07-09-2016 14:06 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​Taxi drivers have faced a barrage of criticism after issuing a warning over strike action at Cambridge train station. Cambridge Hackney Carriage Association, which represents more than 200 taxi drivers, launched a petition over fears changes at the rail station will mean they are sidelined, as transport bosses "pander to cyclists and buses". Paul Bradley, General Secretary of the association, said members are concerned the Station Road rank is being "taken by stealth",...
  
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• mark taylor published Rio Paralympics: Clare Cunningham relishing chance of Games...

  07-09-2016 14:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  After a break of 20 years, Clare Cunningham will be wearing the kit of Great Britain again at a Paralympic Games. Selection for the para-triathlon squad adds to a remarkable story for the Papworth-based competitor, whose first experience on the global stage was in Barcelona in 1992 at the age of 15. With a gold medal and four silvers collected from the pool, Cunningham went on to be part of the swimming team in Atlanta in 1996 before stepping away from the sport. But the 39-year-old fell...
  
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• Cambridge News published Unusual properties going under the hammer in Cambridge

  07-09-2016 14:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Fancy an inert landfill site? Cheffins is putting just such under the hammer at the end of this month. The site in question is 13 acres north east of Godmanchester, has stood dormant for some years, but was once used for clay extraction used to make bricks. It now has planning for further mineral extraction, and is expected to fetch up to £650k. Cheffins' Ian Kitson, said: "This is an incredibly rare opportunity to purchase an infill site. There are very few of these left in the region...
  
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• Cambridge News published Fancy living in a Methodist chapel in Exning?

  07-09-2016 13:53 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​​Fancy living in a former chapel dating back to the 1800s?You're in luck – Exning's Methodist Chapel is going up for auction.With the church once the centre of the Exning community, pews have now been moved aside in the hopes that it can be transformed into a three-bedroom home.The front of the chapel was thought to be first erected in 1834 before it was enlarged in 1887. Further extensions were carried out in 1889 and 1939.In a statement on the planning application, Chef
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge criminals beware - police drones could be watching you

  07-09-2016 13:52 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Drones with a top speed of 35mph are now the new weapon in Cambridgeshire police's crime-fighting armour on the frontline and could be used in sieges. Today the force announced it has trained 16 pilots and has bought five drones to be used in various scenarios - three of which were enacted at Alconbury Weald police training centre. The first was the hunt for a 'missing person' followed by a 'chemical incident' in which officers wore protective clothing. The third was a 'knifeman' on a...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Broadband warning from Cambridge experts

  07-09-2016 12:37 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Comparison website Broadband Genie today issued a warning about cheap broadband deals with data caps, advising that the majority of UK customers could end up facing expensive penalty fees using these packages.With data use growing exponentially, most broadband customers now opt for an 'unlimited' service. However a survey of 2,752 broadband customers by Broadband Genie suggests nearly two million subscribers are on a capped package.Many ISPs provide cheaper limited deals for customers on a...
  
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• Cambridge News published A new HIV vaccine? Cambridge firm's leading role in research...

  07-09-2016 12:34 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A Cambridge company is playing a leading role in a consortium which is looking at a new way to develop a vaccine for HIV. Antibody firm Kymab has teamed up with The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) of San Diego, California, and the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI) for a research project, which tested the first step in an approach to develop effective vaccines against the range of HIV variants existing worldwide. HIV is one of the most intransigent targets for vaccine...
  
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• mark taylor published Rio Paralympics: George Peasgood hopes Copacabana can be scene of...

  07-09-2016 12:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Two years ago, Copacabana Beach was more likely to be a luxurious holiday destination for George Peasgood than anything else. Being at the iconic location in Rio de Janeiro in September was an ambition for the then 18-year-old Peasgood, however it was more of a dream than a reality. But such has been the progress of the Saffron Walden-based para-triathlete that he will be making his Paralympic debut at the same time that the sport appears at the Games for the first time. "To be...
  
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• chris elliott published Trams in Cambridge? We used to have them

  07-09-2016 12:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge has been marked out as suitable for trams – but it did actually once have them. A century ago, horse-drawn trams plied the centre of the city, ferrying townsfolk and students around for a penny a ride. The tram system was launched in October, 1880, and ran for more than 30 years, but it was restricted to two simple routes, and was never extended.Rails were sunk into the road between the Senate House and Newmarket Road, and Christ's College and the railway station,...
  
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• Cambridge News published Christmas casual jobs on offer at Royal Mail Cambridge hub

  07-09-2016 11:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​The Royal Mail is looking for casual workers for the Christmas period at their Cambridge hub in Clifton Road. Royal Mail needs extra staff to sort the increase in mail around the festive period.Start dates will be from mid-November through to mid-December.Successful applicants will have various responsibilities based in the warehouse, such as unloading mail from vans, moving mail around in trolleys and sorting through parcels and letters manually or with a machine.Applications a
  
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• Cambridge News published Team of pilots including armed officers will now use drones for...

  07-09-2016 11:26 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A fleet of drones are joining the frontline of policing in Cambridgeshire following what force chiefs describe as the successful trial of the "intuitive devices". The tri-force policing alliance of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, has carried out a nine-month trial and trained officers in the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAVs). Since June four UAVs – known as drones – have been used operationally.
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• Cambridge News published As it happened: incident on Guided Busway closes track

  07-09-2016 10:50 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​An incident on the Guided Busway has closed a section of the track this morning.The tracks between Orchard Park and Histon have been closed by the Orchard Park spur under the A14 bridge.An ambulance is also at the scene. UpdatingSort by : ↓↑Powered by 24liveblog
  
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• Cambridge News published Over £5m raised by Cambridge protein analysis firm

  07-09-2016 10:37 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge University spin-out Fluidic Analytics has raised more than £5m to support the roll-out of its protein analysis technology. The company's Flow Mk products are able to quickly, cleanly and efficiently analyse proteins, something that is not currently available to scientists and clinicians in laboratories. IQ Capital Partners led the £5.3m Series-B funding round "This financing is a key element to fuelling the next phase in the growth of Fluidic Analytics," said...
  
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• Cambridge News published Secretary of State invited to Newmarket so town can get funding...

  07-09-2016 10:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​​Government minister Sajid Javid has been invited to Newmarket to see how the town can win investment.The invitation comes after Mr Javid, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, refused planning permission last week for Hatchfield Farm – a 400 home development on land off Fordham Road.He overturned a decision by Forest Heath District Council (FHDC) which approved the application, submitted by Lord Derby, in 2014, and the recommendations of Christina Down
  
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• CambridgeNews published Ellesmere Centre in Stetchworth broken into for the second time...

  07-09-2016 10:14 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​The Ellesmere Centre in Stetchworth has been broken into for the second time in two days.In the early hours of this morning (Wednesday), the rear fire doors of the centre had been forced open, along with an internal door, so that access could be gained.The fire alarm box had been damaged but it is not believed anything was taken.One person, believed to be a man, was seen running across a nearby field, away from the centre.In the incident yesterday, charity boxes were stolen from the centr
  
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• Cambridge News published Mildenhall's talents to go on show at Community Showcase

  07-09-2016 10:12 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​​The most talented members of the Mildenhall community and beyond will be showing off their skills later this month.Mildenhall Community Showcase will see more than 30 local community groups take to the town centre on Saturday, September 17.Handmade bunting will line the streets to draw visitors to the celebrations and performances from local groups including the Blerch Sporting Foundation, the Bunbury Players, Mildenhall Museum and the Sea Cadets.East Anglian storytellers Harv
  
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• Cambridge News published New rehabilitation centre in Newmarket to be named after Sir...

  07-09-2016 10:08 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​​A new rehabilitation and fitness centre at the British Racing School will be named after a renowned horseracing commentator.Peter O'Sullevan House will be built in the grounds of the British Racing School by the Injured Jockeys Fund, thanks to a "substantial" opening grant from The Peter O'Sullevan Charitable Trust.Known as 'the voice of racing', Sir Peter O'Sullevan has always supported the IJF. He died aged 97 in 2015 after suffering cancer.Sir Peter reportedly left...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Cheers! St Ives care home opens its own pub for residents

  07-09-2016 09:54 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  ​​Pensioners are raising a glass in their own pub – without even leaving their care home.The first pint has been poured in The Old London at Field Lodge in St Ives, which is designed to make residents, including those with dementia, feel more at home.Residents already have their own tuck shop where they can buy supplies in a street-type setting which is also designed to be familiar.The Old London was opened by David Porter, son-in-law of resident Marian Redman.He said: "Ma
  
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• CambridgeNews published Conor Newton thrilled to be back in Cambridge United fray

  07-09-2016 08:02 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Conor Newton hopes to put the frustration of his long injury lay-off behind him and help Cambridge United move up the Sky Bet League Two table. The midfielder has started the last two matches and believes he is getting back to where he wants to be both in terms of fitness and form, having missed the second half of last season with a hamstring injury. He said: "It's been a tough six months going from playing quite a few games to being injured. "At the time, it was the best I'd...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Russell Doel praises Cambridge St Giles' team effort after title...

  07-09-2016 08:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Russell Doel hailed a real team effort after Cambridge St Giles' Mr Cricket CCA Senior League, Division One title success and promotion was confirmed. Their final match at home to Cambridge NCI was one of four to be abandoned in the division – the fifth, Great Shelford's trip to Thriplow, was cancelled with no play possible. St Giles can now look forward to life back in Tucker Gardner Cambridgeshire & Huntingdonshire Premier League, Division Two. And captain Russell Doel is...
  
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