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HGV driver arrested after two women die in head-on A10 collision

The road has been closed for more than 12 hours.

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UK shortage of painkiller supplies leaves 'patients distraught'

The UK is facing a severe shortage of a painkiller taken by millions of people, with pharmacists supporting "distressed patients" due to the lack of supplies

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Concerns Greater Cambridge may not get a say in its future due to development corporation

Government proposes development corporation to turbocharge growth and critics say it would sweep powers away from locally-elected politicians.

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Dismay as taxpayers might foot the bill for facilities at major new town’s railway station

Councillors welcomed the plans to look at including facilities like toilets and café at the new Waterbeach Station, after none were originally proposed.

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Cannabis plants found after Elizabeth Way fire that affected three properties

Emergency services were called around 10.30pm.

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Two women die after crash on A10 as fuel tanker driver arrested

Two women were pronounced dead at the scene.

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Yellow ice warning in Cambridgeshire as temperatures set to drop overnight

People should leave extra time for any journeys they plan to take.

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Smoking and vaping ban to be launched for outdoor public spaces

The Department of Health and Social Care will launch a public consultation on plans to extend smoking and vaping bans to outdoor spaces

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Prof Sir Mike Stratton awarded 2026 Jessie Stevenson Kovalenko Medal for pioneering cancer genomics

He established the Cancer Genome Project and led the discovery of breast cancer susceptibility gene BRCA2.

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Veteran, 105, backs Freedom Fountain initiative for Cambridge at Westminster reception

Captain Yavar Abbas is one of the last surviving soldiers of the United British Indian Army.

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Major road closed for more than 12 hours after 'serious' crash

Drivers have been told to avoid the area

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Snow 'possible' in Cambridgeshire as Met Office forecasts chilly weekend

The Met Office has forecast a mix of rain, sleet, and possibly snow over the weekend

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Live A10 updates as road to stay closed all day after crash kills two near Ely

A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

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Sex differences in brain growth seen from mid-pregnancy, University of Cambridge researchers find

Study may helps us better understand neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism.

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Developer told ‘go back to the drawing board’ as plans for village homes and shops refused

South Cambridgeshire District Council has refused to grant permission for new homes and shops to be built in Foxton next to the railway line.

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DWP confirms Universal Credit health element cuts to start in April

New Universal Credit claimants will receive lower health element payments of £217.26 per month from April, while existing claimants and those with severe conditions remain protected at £429.80

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Inside ITV Grantchester's 'pretty' filming locations and when season 10 is set

Grantchester is back on ITV for season 10 and fans can't get enough of the detective drama but what do we know about where its brought to life?

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HMRC explains state pension tax code changes since rules change depending on age

HMRC has directed taxpayers to guidance explaining how state pension tax codes are adjusted when payments increase. The tax calculation method differs depending on when you reached state pension age.

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Cambridgeshire council tax rise 4.99% increase slammed as 'biggest con'

Households across Cambridgeshire will see council tax bills rise by up to 4.99% in April, with Band D properties paying an extra £84.78

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Grantchester fans need to watch 'triumphant' period drama hailed as 'best ever'

Grantchester is continuing to air its penultimate season tonight but as fans slowly prepare themselves to say goodbye, there is another "phenomenal" period drama ready to stream for free.