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Former Peterborough hotel to become flats and houses after plans approved
A former Peterborough hotel will soon become flats and houses after a planning application was approved.

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IN PICTURES: ARU Peterborough's first undergraduates celebrate their academic success in style
The first cohort of students to begin studying at Peterborough’s new university have just celebrated the successful completion of their courses in style.


Man who murdered Peterborough teenager Ben Procter by ramming him off his bike is given life sentence
The man convicted of murdering Peterborough teenager Ben Procter by ramming him off his bike – before trying to cover up the killing – has been given a life sentence

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Successful crime stopping project in Lincoln Road area will not be moved elsewhere in Peterborough
A successful project which fights crime in the Millfield and Lincoln Road area will not be moved elsewhere in Peterborough, police say.


"He had the cheekiest smile that could brighten the darkest day:" Mum of murdered Peterborough teenager Ben Procter speaks of 'unbearable pain' of losing beloved son
The mum of murdered Peterborough teenager Ben Procter has spoken of the ‘unbearable pain’ of losing her beloved.


Peterborough Town Hall needs long-term plan before £900k mitigation works carried out, say councillors
Peterborough city councillors have argued that a long-term plan is needed for the Town Hall building on Bridge Street before expensive repairs are carried out.


Over 14,000 additional 'urgent dental' appointments available to Peterborough residents- here's how you can book one
Over 14,000 new appointments for urgent dental care have been made available to residents in Peterborough.


Ewe knew it was coming: Westgate Arcade renamed Sheepgate Arcade to mark city's Shaun the Sheep campaign
Peterborough’s Westgate Arcade is to get a temporary name change to mark the Shaun the Sheep campaign sweeping across the city.


Peterborough pupils shine in musical collaboration with Britten Sinfonia
Youngsters at Peterborough’s Discovery Primary Academy were given a unique opportunity to unleash their creativity through a special musical project led by Britten Sinfonia, funded by the Peterborough Music Hub.


Cambridgeshire couple are living their dream ‘Good Life’ a year after EuroMillions win
A Cambridgeshire couple are living their dream ‘Good Life’ a year after winning £1 million on the National Lottery EuroMillions.


Thief is jailed after shoplifting spree in Peterborough
A serial thief who stole more than £850 of goods in a week from shops in Peterborough has been jailed.


This £29.99 portable air cooler uses ice to blast you with cold air
Wowcher’s latest heatwave-busting deal knocks 70% off this Hirix portable air cooler, now just £29.99 with voucher — while stocks last.


Jewellery retailer Lovisa sparkles at Peterborough's Queensgate Shopping Centre
A jewellery and accessories retailer has just opened its doors to customers in Peterborough.


Two men jailed after being caught hiding in Chatteris cannabis farm
Two men have been jailed after police caught them hiding among hundreds of cannabis plants.


Festival of Hounds to return to Peterborough's Showground as campaigners hit out at 'cover up' of 'savage' reality of fox hunting
Animal welfare campaigners have hit out at the fact that the Festival of Hounds continues to be held in Peterborough.


Warning as major A1 and Fletton Parkway works taking place in Peterborough over weekend
Motorists are being warned over major works taking place at a busy Peterborough junction this weekend.


New Greggs set to be be added to Peterborough petrol station
A new branch of Greggs is set to be open in Peterborough.


Mural in honour of popular Peterborough figure Walter Cornelius takes shape
The mural paying tribute to famous Peterborough figure Walter Cornelius is beginning to take shape.


MP calls for urgent action to improve allergy safety in schools following Benedict Blythe inquest
Rutland and Stamford MP Alicia Kearns has called on the government to take urgent action to ensure that all children with allergies are kept safe in school.


Peterborough councillors demand fairer public health funding from government
Peterborough councillors have called on the government to provide the authority with fairer public health funding.
