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• Cambridge News published Cambridge United 2 Accrington Stanley 1: Social media reaction to...

  01-10-2016 21:18 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  For anyone who witnessed it, this win for Cambridge United will live long in the memory.But at 1-1 with Leon Legge's goal being equalised by Accrington striker Billy Kee, it was really the last 10 minutes that captured the imagination.Piero Mingoia volleyed home superbly on 81 minutes from Uche Ikpeazu's cross from the left with a goal that lit up the Cambs Glass Stadium.With the winger having scored against his former club, the script looked to have been written.But Will Norris...
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge United 2 Accrington Stanley 1: Pictures of all the...

  01-10-2016 20:56 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  What an afternoon that was with nothing but pure drama as Cambridge United held out for victory in a crazy final period.Relive all the action from the game with our slideshow of photos as Will Norris made two penalty saves in as many minutes in stoppage time from Chris Eagles and Terry Gornell to ensure three points and a third successive victory for United.And that came after Piero Mingoia, making his return from a hamstring injury, had come back to haunt his former club.His free...
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge United 2 Accrington Stanley 1: Shaun Derry on an...

  01-10-2016 18:45 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Shaun Derry provided his thoughts on a dramatic victory for Cambridge United over Accrington that made it three wins in a row for his side in Sky Bet League Two.ON THE ENDING TO THE GAME"I think in all the time I've been involved in football, I've never seen a last 10 minutes like that before."Incredible, surreal, I'll reflect on that later on I think, but we're absolutely delighted with the three points."Three wins on the trot and suddenly the place becomes a...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Cambridge United 2 Accrington Stanley 1: Shaun Derry on an...

  01-10-2016 18:45 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Shaun Derry provided his thoughts on a dramatic victory for Cambridge United over Accrington that made it three wins in a row for his side in Sky Bet League Two. ON THE ENDING TO THE GAME "I think in all the time I've been involved in football, I've never seen a last 10 minutes like that before. "Incredible, surreal, I'll reflect on that later on I think, but we're absolutely delighted with the three points. "Three wins on the trot and suddenly the place becomes a...
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge City stop the rot with draw against Stratford Town

  01-10-2016 18:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge City stopped a run of four successive league defeats with a 0-0 draw at home to Stratford Town.A game of few chances saw the Lilywhites dominate proceedings but they were unable to get the three points their work rate deserved.City did not play like a team that had lost their last four matches, as they approached the game in confident mood and never let their heads drop, even when they struggled to create clear openings in the final third.Stratford had the best chance early on when...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Cambridge must 'act now' to keep the city special says entreprene...

  01-10-2016 18:08 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge risks "throwing away" more opportunities than any other city in Europe if it doesn't act now to plan for the future.Speaking at the Keeping Cambridge Special seminar in Cambridge on Saturday, David Cleevely of Cambridge Ahead warned that the city needed to plan 50 years ahead if it wanted to retain the success it is currently enjoying."We need to be thinking 50 years ahead," said Mr Cleevely. "We have to understand there's no city in Europe more successful than this place,...
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge United 2 Accrington Stanley 1

  01-10-2016 18:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Piero Mingoia marked his return from injury by hitting the winner for Cambridge United against former club Accrington Stanley.But it needed two penalty saves from Will Norris to ensure United held out for the three points and their third win in a row.Leon Legge gave United the lead after 13 minutes with a towering header from six yards from a free kick by Mingoia, who was making his comeback from a hamstring injury against his former club.Stanley striker Romuald Boco fired just over with a shot.
  
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• Cambridge News commented Household items people don't realise have a use-by-date

  01-10-2016 17:35 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Are you a stickler for sell-by dates? The moment something starts to fester in the fridge, is it time for a purge? Would you say your house, desk and kitchen oases of cleanliness and hygiene? Me too. But some things sneak up on us. They can look perfectly servicable on the outside but, in reality, have long ago crossed the threshold and become manky.This HORRIFYING list will give you a chilling insight into some of the household items you probably should have replaced long ago. How many of these
  
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• Cambridge News published WATCH: Marchers brave the rain to call for more affordable rents...

  01-10-2016 17:16 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Marchers braved a downpour today to call for lower rents in the city which, they worry, is becoming "Impossible" for people to afford to live in.Concerned residents, campaigners, and representatives from trade unions , and politicians came together in the rain to show their support for the idea of more affordable private rent in Cambridge.Marchers congregated at Romsey Recreation Ground at midday before beginning a march down Mill Road, ending up at the Donkey Green next to Parker's Piece,...
  
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• Cambridge News commented WATCH: Marchers brave the rain to call for more affordable rents...

  01-10-2016 17:16 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Marchers braved a downpour today to call for lower rents in the city which, they worry, is becoming "Impossible" for people to afford to live in.Concerned residents, campaigners, and representatives from trade unions , and politicians came together in the rain to show their support for the idea of more affordable private rent in Cambridge.Marchers congregated at Romsey Recreation Ground at midday before beginning a march down Mill Road, ending up at the Donkey Green next to Parker's Piece,...
  
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• Cambridge News published Man found dead near Newnham's Lammas Land park

  01-10-2016 15:42 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A man has been found dead near a park in Cambridge today.The News understands that emergency services were called out to Newnham Road this morning. Upon arrival, a man's body is reported to have been found near the Lammas Land park. An ambulance also attended the scene.More to follow.
  
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• Cambridge News commented Man found dead near Newnham's Lammas Land park

  01-10-2016 15:42 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A man has been found dead near a park in Cambridge today.The News understands that emergency services were called out to Newnham Road this morning. Upon arrival, a man's body is reported to have been found near the Lammas Land park. An ambulance also attended the scene.More to follow.
  
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• Cambridge News published LIVE: Cambridge United v Accrington Stanley

  01-10-2016 15:01 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  We will bring you all the action as Cambridge United take on Accrington Stanley in Sky Bet League Two.United go into the game in 21st place after getting off the bottom of the table thanks to Tuesday's 1-0 win at home to Yeovil.Shaun Derry's side will be aiming to make it three victories in a row to round off a positive week for United.And Derry hoped to have Piero Mingoia back from a hamstring injury to face his former club.Brad Halliday is also set to play against Accrington, where he spent...
  
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• Cambridge News published Charity Relate Cambridge set to launch new service for 'growing...

  01-10-2016 12:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A Cambridge charity which provides relationship counselling is launching a new service next year to support a "growing number" of people struggling with sex addiction. Claire Nunes, Centre Director of Relate Cambridge, revealed their plans at the charity's 71st annual general meeting on Wednesday which she said will be an extension to their current psychosexual therapy. Men over 18 will use the service to start with, which has been designed to help clients who feel their compulsive...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Charity Relate Cambridge set to launch new service for 'growing...

  01-10-2016 12:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  A Cambridge charity which provides relationship counselling is launching a new service next year to support a "growing number" of people struggling with sex addiction. Claire Nunes, Centre Director of Relate Cambridge, revealed their plans at the charity's 71st annual general meeting on Wednesday which she said will be an extension to their current psychosexual therapy. Men over 18 will use the service to start with, which has been designed to help clients who feel their compulsive...
  
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• Cambridge News commented Cambridge University celebrates 'best ever' fundraising year -...

  01-10-2016 11:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridge's vice-chancellor has heralded the university's 'most successful fundraising year ever', after taking over £210 million in donations and gifts. In his seventh and final October address Professor Sir Leszek Borysiewicz announced the record-breaking amount, and praised the importance of donations to the university's success. Speaking today (Saturday) he said: "Philanthropy is critical to us. It underpins our academic autonomy, and allows us to deliver our transformative...
  
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• LydiaFallon published FREE film festival returns to Cambridgeshire

  01-10-2016 09:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Is your little one mad about the movies? You're in luck. This November, young people all over Cambridgeshire can get FREE cinema tickets courtesy of the Into Film Festival.The festival – the largest youth film festival in the world – runs from November 9 to November 25, with the aim of "captivating young minds and bringing learning to life through the power of film". Open to schools, colleges, home educators and youth leaders, and aimed at children aged 5 to 19, the...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Shaun Derry: First team flavour vital for Cambridge United...

  01-10-2016 08:02 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Shaun Derry believes it is crucial to give Cambridge United's youngsters a regular taste of training with the first team in a bid to help them progress to that level. Right-back Leon Davies made his debut at 16 in the 1-0 win at Shrewsbury in the Checkatrade Trophy in August and striker Matt Foy was on the bench for Tuesday's victory by the same score at home to Yeovil in Sky Bet League Two. Other youth-teamers such as Harry Darling and Fernando Bell-Toxtle were also given a run-out during...
  
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• CambridgeNews commented Shaun Derry: First team flavour vital for Cambridge United...

  01-10-2016 08:02 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Shaun Derry believes it is crucial to give Cambridge United's youngsters a regular taste of training with the first team in a bid to help them progress to that level. Right-back Leon Davies made his debut at 16 in the 1-0 win at Shrewsbury in the Checkatrade Trophy in August and striker Matt Foy was on the bench for Tuesday's victory by the same score at home to Yeovil in Sky Bet League Two. Other youth-teamers such as Harry Darling and Fernando Bell-Toxtle were also given a run-out during...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Kevin Jolly keen to plan ahead for Mildenhall Fen Tigers

  01-10-2016 08:01 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Kevin Jolly is getting itchy feet to start planning for next year as Mildenhall head into their final league fixture of the season at Stoke tonight. The KJM/Manchetts Fen Tigers completed their home campaign with a 40-38 win over a select team last weekend, and tonight's result at Loomer Road will determine where they finish between fifth and seventh in the National League standings. Nathan Stoneman guests in place of the unavailable Armstrong. They can still obtain silverware when Dan...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Shona Whitwell takes bronze at European Women's Youth &...

  01-10-2016 08:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  BOXING: Shona Whitwell claimed bronze at the European Women's Youth & Junior Championships after suffering defeat in the semi-finals in Turkey. St Ives' England Youth champion had already ensured she would come away with a medal from the tournament in Ordu after beating Italy's Concetta Marchese and Bulgarian boxer Desislava Doycheva to reach the last four in the under-60kg category. But Whitwell was on the wrong end of a points decision in her clash with the host nation's Urguya Us, who...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Tariq Khan aiming to continue run at Haddenham & Ely ABC show

  01-10-2016 07:59 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  BOXING: Tariq Khan will be looking to maintain his unbeaten record when Haddenham & Ely ABC launch their campaign with a show tonight (first bout 7.45pm).Khan won his first three contests last season and will aim to continue his run against Cheshunt's D Lewis at Ely College.Coach Mike Sawyer said: "I'm very interested in this one because Khan has had three and won three and this other boy has had six and won five, so he has got a good record as well."Riley Smith has his...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Cambridge have highs and lows in triple bill with London GD

  01-10-2016 07:59 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  HANDBALL: Cambridge claimed a win, a draw and a loss as their three senior teams opened their campaign with a triple header against London GD.The men's team could not have asked for a better start to their Super8 season as they saw off the reigning champions 28-22.They had to be at their best against GD, but strong defending and an inspired performance by keeper Pierre Larraufie, who saved several penalties, helped Cambridge to victory.London attempted to man mark last season's...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Triathlete Ryan Howe celebrates fine season with Castle Series...

  01-10-2016 07:57 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  TRIATHLON: Young triathlete Ryan Howe is celebrating a superb summer season after winning the national Castle Triathlon Series as well as topping the East Regional League.The Cambridge Triathlon Club member has been in top form throughout the last few months, winning 14 of 24 races in total. He was second in five and third in two underlining just how impressive he has been.Howe, 10, took part in four out of five events in the Castle Triathlon Series and still finished top of the...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Lesley Gilchrist and Helen Ambrose win Cambs & Hunts Autumn...

  01-10-2016 07:57 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The Cambs & Hunts Autumn Foursomes competition was won by Gog Magog duo Lesley Gilchrist and Helen Ambrose.The event got off to a slow start as fog restricted visibility on the Gog Magog course but as the sun began to break through, Gilchrist and Ambrose took control.They amassed an impressive score of 40 points in the morning round to lead the field by six points.They continued their good form in the afternoon to notch up another 40 points for an overall total of 80.Second...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Rotations gymnasts impress in first qualifying event

  01-10-2016 07:56 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  TRAMPOLINING: Ciara Verdicchio won gold as members of Huntingdon-based Rotations Trampoline Club competed in the first National Development Pathway qualifying event of the season.Competing in the under-12 girls' Level One section, Verdicchio finished in a well-deserved first place.Clubmate Phoebe King took bronze in the under-11 girls' Level Two event, with Rebecca Alexander also finishing third in the over-13 girls' Level Four section.Katie Marson was fifth in the highest level of...
  
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• CambridgeNews published Huntingdon Gymnastics Club youngsters win regional medals

  01-10-2016 07:56 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  GYMNASTICS: Youngsters from Huntingdon Gymnastics Club picked up gold medals at the Regional Age Group Championships in Ipswich.Junior Level Two gymnast Isabella Fleming finished first overall, and also took gold on bars, silvers on beam and floor, and bronze on vault.Teegan Milligan won gold on floor, and silver on vault and bars to finish fourth overall in the same category.In the Level Four section, Leda Rehus took silver on beam and bronze on bars to finish fifth overall.Lucy...
  
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• Cambridge News published Cambridge steps up with cake and a brew for Macmillan's Biggest...

  01-10-2016 07:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Coffee and cake are well known for their restorative qualities, and yesterday they were brought out en masse as shops and businesses took up the fight against cancer.Organisations across Cambridge took part in Macmillan Cancer Suport's World's Biggest Coffee Morning event, bringing in cakes and coffee to raise funds for the charity.Bianca Parmenter, assistant branch manager at Travis Perkins said: "The atmosphere was buzzing. All my colleagues baked cakes and bought in chocolates to raise money.
  
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• Cambridge News published Revealed: Tactics used by football hooligans in Cambridge in cat...

  01-10-2016 06:04 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Tactics used by Cambridge United and Luton Town FC football thugs have been revealed as they play a cat and mouse game with police in a bid to clash on the streets. The strategy was laid bare after Cambridgeshire police put in place a dispersal order for the last match between the U's and bitter rivals from the Bedfordshire club. A massive list of streets in the city were named where police were granted special powers to disperse any groups suspected of causing anti-social behaviour. The...
  
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