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Fresh plans for 250 new homes in Peterborough village
Fresh plans to create 250 new homes in a Peterborough village have been brought forward.
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Peterborough Spark Awards 2026: Celebrating our winners
Inspirational people and organisations who make a positive difference to children, young people and their families in Peterborough have been recognised at the Spark Awards 2026.
East of England Agricultural Society to hold public exhibition to consider future of the Showground
New development proposals for the East of England Showground are to go under the public spotlight.
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Last orders for Whittlesey pub
A pub in Whittlesey has officially closed its doors.
Men's designer clothing store in Peterborough closes after more than 40 years following passing of owner
Men’s designer clothing store Niro has closed its doors in Peterborough city centre.
Green light for plans to create climbing activity centre in Peterborough despite £1 million funds blow
Plans to build a £6 million climbing activity centre at Ferry Meadows have been given the green light.
'Career burglar' jailed after spate of break-ins across Peterborough while on licence from prison
A ‘career burglar’ broke into an elderly man’s home and stole coins and a war medal during a spate of break-ins across Peterborough while on licence from a previous jail sentence for burglary.
Fast-food operator Slim Chickens poised to open in Peterborough
Fast-food operator Slim Chickens looks set to open an outlet in Peterborough.
Government's 3-day emergency kit advice explained: What you really need at home
From 36 litres of water for a family of four to cash, emergency radios and phone chargers, here's how to prepare for three days without essential services.
Two storms in two days: Exactly when gale force winds and heavy rain will hit Peterborough on Saturday as Storm Boelo moves in
Storm Boelo could bring winds of nearly 50mph to Peterborough
First public viewing for the new riverside apartments at Peterborough’s historic Whitworth Mill
The first public viewing is to be held for the new riverside apartments at Peterborough’s historic Whitworth Mill development.
Major extension of Peterborough GP surgery refused following concerns it 'would turn it into a small hospital'
Plans for a two storey extension at a Peterborough GP surgery has been refused following concerns raised over the impact it would have on the neighbourhood.
IN PHOTOS: What diners can expect from Queensgate’s new Umami all-you-can-eat buffet with 250 dishes
The new restaurant will open its doors in November
Here to Help service to launch in Peterborough to support people with worries from money to health
Residents in Peterborough are to be given more support to help access vital services to tackles worries from money to health
Nature to return to blaze hit Holme Fen Reserve - but visitors urged to stay away from fire site
Wildlife 'is returning' to Holme Fen Nature Reserve after it was hit by a devastating fire this summer, it has been revealed.
Council seeks to add more Residents Only parking spaces in Millfield
Proposals would affect drivers and residents in Northfield Road
New Tesco store at Hampton Water applies for licence to sell alcohol
Upcoming store set to open in summer 2027
£30 million upgrade planned to boost services at flat-pack giant IKEA in Peterborough
A £30 million upgrade is to be made to services at the retail giant IKEA in Peterborough.
‘Roasties to die for!’: 8 of the best places in Peterborough for a hearty roast dinner this autumn - as suggested by our readers
After receiving more than 200 suggestions, here are eight of the most popular ones
Driver jailed after man left injured when he was thrown out of a moving car in Peterborough
A driver has been jailed after a man was left injured when he was thrown from a moving car during a night out in Peterborough.