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Ghosts of Wicken Fen: Enjoying the stunning sights of hen harriers and barn owls

Martin Walters’ visit to the National Trust site is rewarded with a sighting of Britain’s rarest bird of prey.

Emilie Silverwood-Cope: How to avoid going completely bananas

Emilie Silverwood-Cope writes about Parenting Truths.

Cambridge-based PitPat launches GPS tracker for dogs

First cellular canine device to include lifetime connectivity rather than a costly monthly subscription

7 easy ways to lower your carbon impact - by Stem & Glory founder Louise Palmer-Masterton

Where do we start? And what does it mean in everyday life?

The 40 best films of 2021 - Part II, with trailers

Mark Walsh completes his countdown of the best movies of 2021.

Cambridge’s night-time economy hit by Omicron

But shopping centres are not as badly hit as some nationally.

The 40 best films of 2021 - Part I, with trailers

Our film critic, Mark Walsh, offers his picks of the best movies from the year.

FOOD AND DRINK

Gastrono-Me restaurant set to open Cambridge branch

It is inspired by worldwide café culture.

7 easy ways to lower your carbon impact - by Stem & Glory founder Louise Palmer-Masterton

Where do we start? And what does it mean in everyday life?

Maurizio’s Dining to open 2022 with Mill Road masterclass series

...And diners get Durello wines on menu for reopening on January 6

South Cambridgeshire restaurant refused extended licence after neighbours’ complaint

LJ’s Sandwich Bar and Barista wanted to serve alcohol until 10.30pm.

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SHOPPING

Cambridge-based PitPat launches GPS tracker for dogs

First cellular canine device to include lifetime connectivity rather than a costly monthly subscription

The year the high street returns

Sponsored feature | Ian Sandison, CEO of Cambridge BID, discusses the retail scene.

Cambridge’s night-time economy hit by Omicron

But shopping centres are not as badly hit as some nationally.

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Velvet

Opening: Bury's Gastrono-me comes to Cambridge

The beloved all-day eaterie in Bury St Edmunds is opening a second branch on Cambridge's Bridge Street this spring

Books: Real Cambridge goes behind the city scenes

In new book Real Cambridge, author Grahame Davies takes us on a virtual tour of the city, signposting both “the famous and the forgotten”

Real Life: From shooting guns to photographs

Life has been anything but ordinary for Nigel Wallace: he’s represented team GB, battled back from cancer and is now an acclaimed dog photographer

Food: All-day menu wows at Sawston's Green Room

The new indie cafe/bistro on Sawston's High Street is already winning foodie fans for its signature brunches, lunches and dining nights, too

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GARDENING

Attenborough films squirting cucumbers at Cambridge University Botanic Garden for BBC One’s The Green Planet

The Seasonal World episode of the popular series is due to air.

All the Cambridge University Botanic Garden courses and workshops for 2022

Sponsored feature | A host of online and in-person courses with a range of themes, from art to science, are on offer.

Hedgehogs injured by garden strimmers and toxic chemicals treated at Shepreth

Hedgehog hospital issues warning to gardners

Petition demands Cambridge is made pesticide-free

Labour councillors on the city council have been urged to live up to their manifesto promise.

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NATURE

Ghosts of Wicken Fen: Enjoying the stunning sights of hen harriers and barn owls

Martin Walters’ visit to the National Trust site is rewarded with a sighting of Britain’s rarest bird of prey.

Heart-warming ‘Lovebirds’ is a visual feast for readers

Local artist Jamie Suggs’ beautifully illustrated new title published by Cambridge Children’s Books

Cambridge-based PitPat launches GPS tracker for dogs

First cellular canine device to include lifetime connectivity rather than a costly monthly subscription

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Winning images from MRC LMB’s Microscopes4Schools Science Image Award revealed

Around 800 pupils took part in the Cambridge laboratory’s contest.

All the Cambridge University Botanic Garden courses and workshops for 2022

Sponsored feature | A host of online and in-person courses with a range of themes, from art to science, are on offer.

Pictures and video as Prince Charles visits Cambridge

Our extensive gallery as the Prince of Wales visits Cambridge market, Homerton College and AstraZeneca’s new Discovery Centre.

Remembrance Sunday in pictures: Cambridge mayor welcomes return of in-person services as fallen are remembered

Cllr Russ McPherson played the bagpipes on the parade to the war memorial.

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TRAVEL

M11 northbound to remain closed for hours near Cambridge after lorry fire

Repairs are needed to the carriageway after the blaze.

Rebuilding work taking place this weekend between Cambridge and Cambridge North

Passengers are being urged to plan ahead of the work that will also greatly reduce rail services between Cambridge and London.

New tourism company to be set up after collapse of Visit Cambridge and Beyond

Visit Cambridge will be established as a community interest company.

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