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Gemma Gardner is news editor for Cambridge Independent. She joined the title as culture editor at its launch in 2016, before becoming news editor in 2018. Gemma was previously news editor for the Harlow Star. She begun her career at the Hertfordshire Mercury series in 2007.

Cambridge Growth Company to act as ‘co-ordinator and convener’ between local government and Westminster

23 May 2025
Cambridge Growth Company to act as ‘co-ordinator and convener’ between local government and Westminster

Cambridge Growth Company to act as ‘co-ordinator and convener’ between local government and Westminster

23 May 2025

Peter Freeman talks about the government ambition to see Cambridge’s potential realised.


Stephen Perse Cambridge students selected to represent the country on a global stage

19 May 2025
Stephen Perse Cambridge students selected to represent the country on a global stage

Stephen Perse Cambridge students selected to represent the country on a global stage

19 May 2025

Kseniia S is the first female student to represent the UK at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI).


Work on Baits Bite Lock on River Cam could start at end of month

19 May 2025
Work on Baits Bite Lock on River Cam could start at end of month

Work on Baits Bite Lock on River Cam could start at end of month

19 May 2025

The cost of the work has also reduced.


Parents urge health secretary to act over suspended surgeon

19 May 2025
Parents urge health secretary to act over suspended surgeon

Parents urge health secretary to act over suspended surgeon

19 May 2025

The mothers of two children who were patients of the surgeon are seeking a meeting with Wes Streeting.


Success at tackling invasive mink in Cambridgeshire

19 May 2025
Success at tackling invasive mink in Cambridgeshire

Success at tackling invasive mink in Cambridgeshire

19 May 2025

Mink numbers in Cambridgeshire have fallen dramatically.


Operator Stagecoach East to scrap bus routes to ‘keep network viable’

16 May 2025
Operator Stagecoach East to scrap bus routes to ‘keep network viable’

Operator Stagecoach East to scrap bus routes to ‘keep network viable’

16 May 2025

Stagecoach East said the National Insurance rise increased its annual costs by £1m.

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Vision for Cambridge market, Guildhall and Corn Exchange refreshed but hotel plan ditched

16 May 2025
Vision for Cambridge market, Guildhall and Corn Exchange refreshed but hotel plan ditched

Vision for Cambridge market, Guildhall and Corn Exchange refreshed but hotel plan ditched

16 May 2025

The project was launched by Cambridge City Council to ‘revitalise’ the city centre.

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Eligible people in Cambridgeshire urged to book Covid-19 vaccinations

14 May 2025
Eligible people in Cambridgeshire urged to book Covid-19 vaccinations

Eligible people in Cambridgeshire urged to book Covid-19 vaccinations

14 May 2025

Figures show that only 40% of those eligible in the East of England have received their jabs so far.


How to take part in overnight relay swim at Jesus Green Lido to aid children’s charity

14 May 2025
How to take part in overnight relay swim at Jesus Green Lido to aid children’s charity

How to take part in overnight relay swim at Jesus Green Lido to aid children’s charity

14 May 2025

It will take place on the summer solstice.


Residents hit out at plans to convert Grafton Street home into HMO

13 May 2025
Residents hit out at plans to convert Grafton Street home into HMO

Residents hit out at plans to convert Grafton Street home into HMO

13 May 2025

The proposals also seek permission for a one-bed studio flat in the rear of the end-of-terrace property in Grafton Street.


Cambridge Labour elect Cllr Cameron Holloway as new leader

12 May 2025
Cambridge Labour elect Cllr Cameron Holloway as new leader

Cambridge Labour elect Cllr Cameron Holloway as new leader

12 May 2025

Cllr Rachel Wade has been elected deputy leader.


Call for urgent action as Barton Greenway project blamed for traders losing half their takings

12 May 2025
Call for urgent action as Barton Greenway project blamed for traders losing half their takings

Call for urgent action as Barton Greenway project blamed for traders losing half their takings

12 May 2025

Traders are calling for improved signage and information and financial support to offset the losses.


Cambridge Growth Company chair to discuss the vision for city

12 May 2025
Cambridge Growth Company chair to discuss the vision for city

Cambridge Growth Company chair to discuss the vision for city

12 May 2025

The talk is being hosted by the Federation of Cambridge Residents’ Associations (FeCRA).

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Detailed plans submitted for 107-home Longstanton development

10 May 2025
Detailed plans submitted for 107-home Longstanton development

Detailed plans submitted for 107-home Longstanton development

10 May 2025

Land is also allocated for a mixed-use community building.


Work to start on safety improvements at Addenbrooke’s roundabout in Cambridge

09 May 2025
Work to start on safety improvements at Addenbrooke’s roundabout in Cambridge

Work to start on safety improvements at Addenbrooke’s roundabout in Cambridge

09 May 2025

Part of the roundabout will be closed overnight for eight weeks.


VE Day: Beacons lit up across Cambridgeshire as Ely Cathedral bathed in red, white and blue

09 May 2025
VE Day: Beacons lit up across Cambridgeshire as Ely Cathedral bathed in red, white and blue

VE Day: Beacons lit up across Cambridgeshire as Ely Cathedral bathed in red, white and blue

09 May 2025

Communities throughout the UK were encouraged to take part.


100-year-old war veteran Joan features in VE Day illustrations

09 May 2025
100-year-old war veteran Joan features in VE Day illustrations

100-year-old war veteran Joan features in VE Day illustrations

09 May 2025

Former ATS Lance Corporal Joan Tanton remembers VE Day well, but her memories are tinged with sadness.


Wildlife Trust in £1.5m drive to halt decline of species

07 May 2025
Wildlife Trust in £1.5m drive to halt decline of species

Wildlife Trust in £1.5m drive to halt decline of species

07 May 2025

The trust has committed to protecting some of the region’s most special sites.


Helen marks 60th with triathlon for foodbank

07 May 2025
Helen marks 60th with triathlon for foodbank

Helen marks 60th with triathlon for foodbank

07 May 2025

Foodbank CEO Steve Clay thanked Helen for her efforts.


Cambourne Village College is outstanding in all areas say inspectors

06 May 2025
Cambourne Village College is outstanding in all areas say inspectors

Cambourne Village College is outstanding in all areas say inspectors

06 May 2025

Inspectors said pupils, leaders and teachers work together to create a feeling of community.


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