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19/03/2024

It will be an emotional moment when Joe lines up on 'home soil' to represent his country today - a long way from the Oundle pitch where he learnt his game

Joe Sagoe was first capped for his country in Olympic pre-qualifying

19/03/2024

🤡🍭Weird and wonderful Britain🤡🍭
From roller disco nightclubs to your face on top of a pint, join our reporters as they explore the best that the country has to offer this English Tourism Week ⬇️

From roller disco nightclubs to a pint of beer with your own face on the top, our reporters seek out the weird and wonderful attractions or our cities.

18/03/2024

Get ready for Euro 24 street party in Peterborough

Peterborough’s legendary Three Lions street parties are returning – with England’s Euro 24 opener against Serbia.

18/03/2024

Peterborough teachers being trained at "Outstanding" institution- as rated by Ofsted

The teacher training programme is run by Meridian Trust.

18/03/2024

Police said in a statement: “Drivers who behave in such a manner will be rigorously investigated and held to account for their actions" 😱 [via NationalWorld]

A BMW driver has been jailed following an 'extreme' road rage attack against a motorcyclist

18/03/2024

The group leads the council - but who are they and what do they stand for?

The group has changed from a small group of independents to the leaders of the council

18/03/2024

“Everyone seems to have had a really good day,” said Peterborough Comic Con organiser, Mark Woolard.

Check out our picture gallery and video to enjoy highlights from this vibrant, fun and hugely enjoyable event.

Eagerly awaited sequel to last year’s Bushfield event is a big hit with visitors of all ages

18/03/2024

Some stunning images of the fair here from ace photographer David Lowndes.
The fair is running until this weekend

Fair runs until Sunday evening

18/03/2024

The delay caused ‘frustration and uncertainty’

18/03/2024

Peterborough United defend 4,000 allocation for Portsmouth fans at Weston Homes Stadium after criticism from Darren Ferguson

A large ticket allocation for Portsmouth fans for Saturday’s big League One game sparked a debate amongst Peterborough United fans.

18/03/2024

A new project to celebrate Peterborough's Key Theatre has been launched - what are your favourite memories of going to the theatre? What is the best show you have seen at the riverside theatre?

18/03/2024

He will join the council’s executive team

18/03/2024

Pupils were given a chance to learn about a range of future careers - from police officer to beautician - at the special day

Mayor of Whittlesey speaks to School Council during visit

18/03/2024

Music legend and Peterborough Cathedral celebrated in new mural

A music promoter and street artist have teamed up to celebrate the Peterborough appearance by a music legend with a stunning new mural.

18/03/2024

Tributes have been paid to a cyclist who died following a collision in Cambridgeshire this weekend.
Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident.
Our thoughts are with Michael's family

Family of Michael Gough raise the importance of giving cyclists space while driving – and wearing helmets while riding

18/03/2024

Action is being taken to build an innovative energy hub in Peterborough

Ministers agree to attend special presentation

18/03/2024

Mural complete!
"A memorable project, I hope it loves on for many years in the city"
Celebrated local artists Nathan Murdoch and Tony Nero have completed their work to transform the entrance to Cowgate with a mural inspired by a historical photograph from 1908
Over 100 hours have gone into the project, which was commissioned by Peterborough Positive!

18/03/2024

Firefighters were called to the blaze last night

Fire crews spent an hour at the scene

18/03/2024

It wasn't the best result for Posh on Saturday - but do you know anyone in our gallery of Peterborough United fans from the last match for a couple of weeks

Peterborough United’s automatic promotion hopes took a blow after a 1-0 defeat to Portsmouth at the weekend.

18/03/2024

Primary school 'immensely proud' of Good Ofsted rating

The school has improved its rating to Good after back-to-back Requires Improvement Ofsted ratings.

18/03/2024

New £1.3 million home for Peterborough dentist with thousands of patients

mydentist moves to Hampton from Millfield and Stanground

18/03/2024

Peterborough drug dealer jailed after police raid city home

Police found wraps of crack co***ne and he**in worth up to about £810 along with cash, mobile phones and other items related to drug dealing

18/03/2024

"I was terrified and my brain automatically took me to a place where I could only think of children dying.
“Wrongly, there’s a stigma and I was reluctant, to say the least.
“I kept putting it off and my gut instinct was that we weren’t ready for it.
“However, I don’t mind admitting I was completely wrong and had no idea about the services and facilities EACH provides.
“It’s opened up a whole new world and is definitely one of the best things we’ve ever done. We’ve both benefitted tenfold."

Harry Crofts now relies on a wheelchair

18/03/2024

Posh delight as Conservatives come forward to engage over new stadium plans.
What we know about the project so far:

Peterborough United have named the Embankment as their preferred site for a new multi-purpose arena.

17/03/2024

'She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends' - via our sister site NationalWorld

Family of woman who died after motorway crash pay tribute to 'a shining light in all our lives'

17/03/2024

"Liberal Democrats want to create a fair, safe and sustainable Peterborough, in which everyone is equally empowered to fulfil their ambitions and live a healthy life."

For 23 years, under Conservative rule, our city went significantly backwards, writes Nick Sandford, Lib Dem councillor for Paston and Walton.

17/03/2024

"Researching and ‘getting to know’ Harry and Bess Houdini has been fascinating and this, entirely fictional, episode in their crusade against fraud mediums has been a huge amount of fun to create. ”

Harry Houdini is the world’s greatest entertainer. Just as his death-defying escapology stunts have him, and his wife Bess, on the cusp of a career-defining performance for King Edward, he finds himself framed for murder by a gang of criminals in cahoots with the chief of police.

17/03/2024

For little Tarzans and Janes... a clip-on adventure across several death-defying obstacles suspended off the ground.

A sensational Treetop Adventure Park and Playground comes to Peterborough city centre this weekend and for the whole of Easter.

17/03/2024

Jazzie B - the man behind Soul II Soul has a DJing date in Peterborough

A legend of the music industry will be bringing his DJing talents to the city next month, transforming the iconic Peterborough Cathedral into an extraordinary sonic landscape, blending the sacred with the soulful

17/03/2024

'Mozart for the Homeless' concert raises £1000 for Light Project

The Light Project supports homeless people in Peterborough.

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A new project to celebrate Peterborough's Key Theatre has been launched - what are your favourite memories of going to the theatre? What is the best show you have seen at the riverside theatre?

This story put a smile on a lot of people's faces this week - so we wanted to make sure you had seen the video of the amazing Harry and Oliver, who raised £15,000 to repair an arson hit signal box

We bet most of you have seen the Peterborough Hovertrain at Railworld over the past 30 odd years - but you might not have seen it in action before... as a campaign to save the iconic landmark is launched, our friends at Fenland on Film have shared this rare footage of the train on the move

RAF Red Arrows launch 60th Diamond season

The RAF Red Arrows display team are launching their 60th ‘Diamond’ season. Join Iain Lynn for exclusive interviews and a behind-the scenes look at RAF Waddington ✈️ https://www.shotstv.com/watch/vod/52381076 #RedArrows #pilotlife

We've loved seeing Nathan's latest masterpiece come to life - his work always brings something special to our city. What is your favourite piece of Nathan's?

The first female Bishop of Peterborough will be installed at the Cathedral this weekend with a special service. This is what The Right Reverend Debbie Sellin had to say about Peterborough when she was announced as the 39th Bishop of the city last year

Peterborough Cathedral tour guide Stephen Dodding is taking part in the Mastermind semi finals tonight - this is what he had to say when he spoke to The Peterborough Telegraph after his first round win

This is the scene at the Lidl warehouse in Peterborough this afternoon, with dozens of fire fighters tackling the blaze on the roof. Black smoke can be seen for miles around

Last year this was the scene that greeted emergency services in Gunthorpe Ridings. Now a popular YouTuber has started a mission to get the BMW M3 back on the road - it is not an easy job, looking at the damage

🎥 Who is still excited from last night? Relive the celebrations as Posh reached the final of the EFL Trophy and booked their place at Wembley in April

🚂 Did you see the return of the Danish F Class No.656 locomotive, nicknamed ‘Tinkerbell’ to service at the weekend? 🚂 After 38 years, the train has been lovingly restored and returned to the Nene Valley Railway tracks. 🎥Joe FitzJohn captured this brilliant video

Ten years after a Peterborough murderer became the third woman to get a whole life sentence in UK history, we look back at the history of the shocking case. You can watch the full video on Shots!

There has been anger at the state of this lay-by near Eye - is it the worst grot-spot in our city? Where are the really bad locations for fly-tipping and dumped rubbish?

Peterborough's most famous street artist Nathan 'Nyces' Murdoch has been creating another masterpiece on our streets - here he is at work near the city centre. We are so luck to have Nath working in our city! Do you have a favourite piece Nathan has created?

The Peterborough Showground looks very different from some of the wonderful nights it has hosted in the past. Works there have been called 'cultural vandalism.' This video from Jim Mack (Peterborough at Night) shows how it looks now

Central Park from above

👀 Peterborough's Central Park, as seen from above! 💚 From such a lofty vantage point, it's easy to see why many people regard it as "the jewel in Peterborough's crown." 👇 Watch the full video by clicking on the link in the comments. (Video courtesy of Jim Mack / Peterborough at Night)

River Nene from above

👀 Check out this stunning aerial footage of the River Nene! 👀 Gliding above the river like this is extremely calming. 👀 You can view the full video by clicking on the link in the comments below: (Video courtesy of Jim Mack / Peterborough at Night)

📺Last week Stephen Dodding scored an incredible 29 points to win his first round match on Mastermind - here he reveals what it was like to face the famous black chair - and gives some top tips to budding quizzers. 📺If you were going on Mastermind, what would your specialist subject be?

These two scuba divers used their kit to help a lady who had been taken ill - and was deteriorating - in a Co-op. Talk about being in the right place at the right time!