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CambridgeshireLive (Reach) — Home / all sections · Travel · yesterday McDonald's restaurant on busy Cambridge road reopens after revamp • CambridgeshireLive (Reach) — Home / all sections is the source link to check before travelling, commuting or planning around Cambridge-area route changes.

Cambridge Independent — News · Health · yesterday Addenbrooke’s apologises after mistakenly releasing harm figures linked to suspended surgeon • Cambridge Independent — News is included because hospital access, appointments and service information can affect local households.

Cambridge Science Park news RSS feed · Planning · yesterday Revolution Fitness Co. unveils revamped gym at Cambridge Science Park • A new chapter for fitness at Cambridge Science Park has begun, with Revolution Fitness Co. officially opening its newly revamped gym. • Cambridge University Boat Club Men’s Chief Coach Rob Baker

Saffron Walden Reporter (Newsquest) — News · Council and records · yesterday Popular garden centre unveils revamped restaurant as new service style launched • A garden centre has unveiled a fresh new look for its coffee shop and restaurant in Tiptree.

Ely Standard (Newsquest) — News · Local news · yesterday Award shines a light on sustainability strategies that deliver • The Sustainability Strategy Award, sponsored by Opergy, is open for entries at the Clean & Green Awards 2027.

Ely Standard (Newsquest) — News · Local news · yesterday East of England Energy Ambassadors urged to enter awards • Entries are open for the East of England Energy Ambassador award, celebrating those driving innovation and leadership across the energy sector.

Cambs Times (Newsquest) — News · Local news · yesterday Ex-Cambs officer drove police vehicle while under the influence of alcohol • An ex-Cambridgeshire police officer "risked the safety of the public" after driving a police vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Cambridge Independent — News · Local news · yesterday In pictures: Visitors take a step back in time at Stourbridge Fair • One of Europe’s greatest historic fairs, the event is an undoubted highlight of the Cambridge calendar.

Cambridge News · Local news · yesterday 'Serious concerns' for new homes in Fulbourn after road 'covered in raw sewage' • Neighbours also fear the development could cause parking issues

BBC News — Cambridgeshire · Local news · yesterday Area may see 27,000 homes built after plan approved • Campaigners had called for Huntingdonshire District Council to "pause" its local plan.

Saffron Walden Reporter (Newsquest) — News · Local news · yesterday 'Peace, prosperity and friendship' 50p coin on sale for more than £7,000 • Brexit 50p coin listed on eBay for £7,086.70 – 14,000 times face value. • The Royal Mint says it is not rare, with 10 million released into circulation.

Cambridge News · Local news · 2 days ago The 31 bus services facing shake-ups as stops dropped and timetables changed • There will be a number of shake ups to services across the county

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 44 priority public listings from 44 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

12 Sep at 02:00PemberFest 2026 Craft Beer Festival

20 Sep at 11:59Fall 2026 Harvard/MIT Startup Pitch Weekend

12 Sep at 09:00Living Water: Poetry, Art and the Fight for Clean Rivers

12 Sep at 10:00Hidden Histories

12 Sep at 10:00; 13 Sep at 12:00A Mughal Songbook: Art, Music and Empire

12–13 Sep at 10:00Art Exhibition: 'Images and Other Conversations'

12 Sep at 10:00; 13 Sep at 12:00Frank Bowling: Seeking the Sublime

12 Sep at 10:00; 13 Sep at 11:00Portraits of Cambridge: A Town in Transition

12 Sep at 10:30The Art of Gintsugi with Kira Smith

12–13 Sep at 11:00David Hockney: Beneath the Surface

12–13 Sep at 12:00TEN GOOD YEARS

12 Sep at 14:00Notes on Colour

13 Sep at 11:30Lies, Spies and Double-Dealing: A Cambridge Spy Tour

13 Sep at 14:30Sex and the City: Cambridge Women, Town and Gown

19 SepNOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ - MASH - Cambridge

13 SepPride and Prejudice Outdoor Cinema at Anglesey Abbey

24 SepBy Royal Appointment

15 SepTRASH INDIE FRESHERS

19 SepNOW! That's What I Call...DRAG! The Nintendo Ball! Cambridge Junction!

24 SepMarillion + Haunt the Woods

12 SepNorthern Live - Do I Love You

13 SepSalisbury Arms Sunday Jam Night

15 SepBachata Cambridge- Bachata Tuesdays

12 SepMilonga Connection with DJ Sean Teo

19 SepBon-odori -Japanese folk dance- workshop 盆踊りを踊ってみる会

20 SepWard Thomas at Cambridge Corn Exchange

12 SepBête Noire at The Six Bells

19 SepCambridge Autumn Shopping Fair

12 Sep'Connections' Exhibition

13 SepBing And His Friends Outdoor Cinema Experience at Anglesey Abbey

12 SepGruffalo Granny Extravagaza

19 SepLego Club Drop-In @ Cambridge Central Library

25 SepThe Prince, the Courtesan and the Missing Diamonds by Calum MacLeod

13 SepWEEKLY Sunday Jazz w Andy Bowie 4tet

12 SepDuxford Battle of Britain Air Show

23 SepMyles Sanko | La Raza (Cambridge)

16 SepANGLIA RUSKIN FRESHERS 2026 BLOCK PARTY

18 SepFreya Ridings at Cambridge Corn Exchange

25 SepCambridge Oktoberfest 2026 - 10 years anniversery

17 SepEvening With Nigel Mansell Cambridge Corn Exchange

19 SepAn Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight: Cambridge Corn Exchange - ON SALE!

25 SepMiss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift

12 SepSt Paul's Food and Drink Fair

14 SepYotam Ottolenghi A Topping & Company Booksellers of Ely event. More information

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