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Peterborough political group leaders react to Labour surviving no confidence vote
Leaders of Peterborough City Council’s political groups have voiced their opinions on a full council meeting which saw Labour survive a motion of no confidence.

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Councillor Mark Ormston explains why he resigned from Peterborough First group
Peterborough city councillor Mark Ormston resigned from the Peterborough First group on Wednesday, June 18.


The exact time the iconic Red Arrows Display Team will fly over Peterborough on Friday
The much-loved and iconic Red Arrows will be flying over Peterborough on Friday and over the weekend.

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RAF Eurofighter jet spotted over Peterborough - days after US Air Force Globemaster seen over city
An RAF Eurofighter has been spotted in the skies above Peterborough – days after a US Air Force Globemaster flew over the city


Peterborough roadworks: A look at more of the latest roadworks and delays in Peterborough for drivers to be aware of
A number of road and lane closures are in place in and around Peterborough at the moment and in the coming days.


Future of Peterborough's libraries at stake as consultation launched
A new consultation has been launched which is set to decide the future of libraries in Peterborough.

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UK weather: Amber heat health alerts issued for England - what the alerts mean and how to stay cool
Watch the latest Met Office video forecast, as amber heat health alerts have been issued for England.
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WATCH: Special sunrise swim event to mark the Summer Solstice at Peterborough Lido
Summer solstice swims are to be offered at Peterborough Lido this weekend.


Rented housing scheme uncovers thousands of hazards at Peterborough homes
Housing standards in Peterborough’s private rented sector have seen “significant improvements” according to the City Council.


Whittlesey to Peterborough bridge works to correct cracking surface to begin
Works are finally set to begin on the Ralph Butcher Causeway.


Peterborough woman (33) killed in motorcycle crash on B1043
A Peterborough motorcyclist has died following a crash on the B1043 yesterday (18 June).

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Travel: Train crews 'verbally abused and intimidated' in shocking video compilation released by LNER
A video compilation released by LNER during Rail Safety Week shows cases of train staff facing threatening behaviour.
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Heat health warning upgraded in Peterborough - with high temperatures set to cause 'significant' impact
The heat health warning for Peterborough has been upgraded with hot temperatures set to cause ‘significant’ impact.


EcoFlow Wave 3 review: upgraded portable air con now better and cheaper
EcoFlow’s latest Wave 3 portable air conditioning system brings meaningful upgrades, with better cooling, a new battery option, and a more wallet-friendly price – making it one of the most appealing off-grid climate solutions for campers and caravanners.


The top 10 Peterborough waterways that have seen the most sewage dumped into them
The Peterborough Telegraph takes a look at Peterborough’s most polluted waterways in 2024.


Watch as police raid £700,000 cannabis farm near Peterborough and arrest two 'gardeners'
Two so-called ‘gardeners’ have been jailed after police uncovered a cannabis farm worth more than £700,000 in Sawtry


Peterborough GP group reveala over 40 hours of lost patient time in a month due to non-attendance of appointments
Jenner Healthcare has revealed that it lost over 40 clinical hours in a month due to no shows.


WATCH: Labour group survives motion of no confidence and remains in charge of Peterborough City Council
Labour will remain in charge of Peterborough City Council after surviving a motion of no confidence vote on Wednesday, June 18.


Job fears for staff at Poundland's five Peterborough stores after retailer was sold for £1
Scores of staff at discount retailer Poundland’s five stores in Peterborough are facing an uncertain time over fears of national stores closures.


'Work underway’ to boost Peterborough council’s inadequate reserve levels after £50m drop in 2 years
Peterborough City Council’s cabinet member for finance has insisted that work is underway to boost the authority’s reserve levels after a £50 million drop in the last two years.
