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• Point failure at Ely causes severe delays

  16-02-2026 17:33 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  There is rail replacement transport while the issue is fixed
  
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• Doctor who stole hospital drugs to use during sex in Cambridge to face tribunal hearing

  18-02-2026 18:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Dr Jonathon Dean is facing a medical tribunal hearing after being jailed last year.
  
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• Three arrested after armed police rush to Cambridgeshire village

  18-02-2026 17:24 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Police carried out a planned activity in a Cambridgeshire village on Wednesday (February 18) morning
  
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• The terrible fire that saw 78 people die in Cambridgeshire village

  18-02-2026 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  All those who died in the fire 300 years ago were buried in the churchyard of St Mary’s
  
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• I think the pavement on this busy Cambridge shopping street is in a shocking condition

  18-02-2026 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  After nearly face planting the floor, I realised how many cracks there were in this busy shopping street
  
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• Young father died of ‘traumatic’ injuries after A47 crash, inquest hears

  18-02-2026 16:24 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The 20-year-old died after a crash on the A47 in July last year
  
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• Council’s developer launches appeal to overturn blocking of new homes next to oil depot

  18-02-2026 15:50 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  This Land Ltd is trying to overturn Cambridge City Council’s decision to refuse to grant permission for plans to build new homes next to an oil depot.
  
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• CCTV showing moment Saudi Arabian student was stabbed played in court

  18-02-2026 15:32 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The incident was captured by CCTV outside student accommodation, according to the prosecution
  
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• Hilton hotel in Cambridge city centre up for sale for over £60 million

  18-02-2026 14:27 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The hotel underwent a multi-million pound refurbishment in 2021
  
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• Killer farmer Tony Martin leaves £2.5m estate to Cambs pub landlady he befriended after prison

  18-02-2026 14:09 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Documents show Martin snubbed his family in his will
  
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• Family pay tribute to 'cherished' grandfather who died in horror crash

  18-02-2026 12:03 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Geoff worked as a Supply Officer in the Royal Navy and volunteered with Ukrainian refugees
  
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• Police chase teenagers on illegal e-scooters in Cambridge

  18-02-2026 11:55 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The teenagers were found in possession of cannabis
  
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• Lorry driver jailed after man died in horror A1 crash

  18-02-2026 11:35 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Geoff Brock was pronounced at the scene
  
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• Busway bridge will be closed to pedestrians and cyclists for months

  18-02-2026 11:17 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The closure is planned as part of Cambridgeshire County Council’s work to install safety fencing between the busway track and the pathway alongside it
  
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• Update on large fire that closed Cambridgeshire city roads for hours

  18-02-2026 10:56 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  More than 30 firefighters were called to the building blaze on Tuesday (February 17) morning
  
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• Bedfordshire woman suffers heart attack after 'catastrophic' cosmetic procedure

  18-02-2026 10:53 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Sasha Dean was left in a coma for five days after getting a liquid Brazilian Bum Lift procedure.
  
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• Care home 'failed to provide a good standard of care' and lost woman's jewellery after she died

  18-02-2026 08:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman upheld a complaint raised by a daughter over her mother’s care at Aria Court in March.
  
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• Plans to build up to 100 new homes in one of ‘best’ places to live in Cambridgeshire

  18-02-2026 06:44 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The developers plan to celebrate the village's 'rural character' within the site
  
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• DWP to send Winter Fuel Payment letters ahead of tax code changes

  18-02-2026 03:34 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The DWP has confirmed it will be sending letters to pensioners in April 2026 to inform them about tax code changes for Winter Fuel Payment repayments
  
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• PIP and legacy benefits recipients warned DWP changes start next month

  17-02-2026 21:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The DWP has confirmed that it plans to complete migration of claimants on income related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) to Universal Credit by March
  
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• Historic church with gold-leaf details could be converted into new home

  17-02-2026 19:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The former church building is more than 160 years old.
  
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• Big chains and online shopping blamed for Cambridgeshire high street decline

  17-02-2026 18:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  St Ives residents have been sharing memories and concerns as shops disappear from the high street, with blame falling on traffic schemes, big chains, and rising business rates
  
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• Drug dealer driving Fiat 500 caught with bags of cocaine hidden in his underwear

  17-02-2026 17:34 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Officers noticed a 'suspicious bulge' in his waistband
  
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• Man who lied about having Cambridge degree banned from teaching

  17-02-2026 17:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The man also claimed to be five years younger than he actually was.
  
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• Channel 4 fans have 'tears streaming down face' after 24 hours in Police Custody

  17-02-2026 16:58 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  The brutal episode had fans feeling physically sick
  
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• Controversial industrial site decision delayed as developer to clarify impacts on roads

  17-02-2026 16:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Huntingdonshire District Council has delayed making a decision on plans to build a “substantial industrial and logistics” development on the edge of Huntingdon.
  
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• New swimming pools and fitness facilities set to be built at town leisure centre

  17-02-2026 15:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Councillors have supported plans for “significant investment” in Huntingdon’s leisure facilities, including building new pools, padel courts, and an artificial pitch.
  
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• Saudi student stabbed in Cambridge in 'senseless' act of violence, court hears

  17-02-2026 14:27 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Mohammed Algasim died of a single stab wound to the neck
  
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• Man fighting for his life after 'serious' crash on major A-road

  17-02-2026 14:12 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service helped to release a man from the crash.
  
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• Gang used wildlife and travel books to smuggle drugs out of UK

  17-02-2026 14:00 via cambridge-news.co.uk
  
  Four shipments of drugs concealed in the books were prevented from leaving the UK.
  
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