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Police name Mildenhall woman, 84, killed after being hit by car

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:43:15 GMT

An elderly Mildenhall woman who died after being knocked down by a car in March has been named by police.

Mildenhall woman, 84, dies after being knocked down by car

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:58:28 GMT

An elderly woman from Mildenhall, who was knocked down by a car in March, died in hospital yesterday.

Newmarket Free School plans more meetings

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:50:50 GMT

The organisers of the proposed new Newmarket Free School are holding further information sessions for prospective parents this week.

Here’s to Soham’s finest

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:17:17 GMT

A mum-of-four who launched a charity to fund recreational activities for young people in Soham has been voted townsperson of the year.

Go-ahead for £12m solar farm

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:16:07 GMT

Green energy could soon be powering homes in Lakenheath after plans to build a £12million solar farm on the edge of the village have been given the go-ahead.

Picture of the week

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:08:04 GMT

Journal photographer Mark Westley captured this colourful view of an oilseed rape field in Burwell for this week’s Picture of the Week.

Clean up dog mess in Soham

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:50:19 GMT

An outgoing district council chairman has said “enough is enough” to dog owners who let their pets foul Soham streets without cleaning up after them.

Soham man will not face trial

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:49:02 GMT

A Soham man has been told he will not stand trial accused of attempted burglary after the charges against him were dropped.

Churchill award for trainer

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:48:03 GMT

Newmarket trainer Sir Henry Cecil is among the inaugural winners at this year’s Churchill Awards.

Dr Who actor to open fete

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:46:40 GMT

Dr Who fans will be in for a treat next month when Lode village fete is revived with an appearance from one of the stars of the show.

Village hall meeting

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:29:27 GMT

Holywell Row Village Hall will hold its annual meeting on Monday.

Partnership shows generosity

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:24:11 GMT

Four organisations in Mildenhall were given financial boosts on Monday after receiving donations from a community group in the town.

Parishioners’ joy as church roof is fixed at last

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:20:21 GMT

The congregation at Wicken’s St Laurence’s Church has been celebrating getting its building repaired and weatherproof.

Rare Chinese vase set to be auctioned

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:16:50 GMT

A 19th century Chinese Imperial vase, discovered in a house close to Newmarket, is expected to make up to £15,000 when it goes under the hammer next week.

MP welcomes moves to regulate gambling

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:13:30 GMT

Newmarket MP Matthew Hancock has welcomed moves made by the Government to prevent bookmakers from avoiding paying nearly £300 million in tax by regulating offshore gambling.

Bicycle owners given tips

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:12:10 GMT

Police are urging bicycle owners across the Forest Heath area to make sure their bikes are locked securely following a spate of thefts.

Public asked for name suggestions

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:10:57 GMT

Townspeople are being invited to help name a new care home which is to be built in Mildenhall.

Grant sees hall renovation work completed

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:09:20 GMT

A six-a-side football tournament was held in Stetchworth on Sunday to help launch the recently-opened new multi-use games area at the village’s Ellesmere centre.

Boost to church appeal thanks to £50,000 legacy

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:06:53 GMT

A restoration project carried out by a Burwell church has received a huge boost to its funds thanks to an anonymous £50,000 legacy.

Fundraisers set off on 12-day hiking challenge

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:04:21 GMT

Ten hikers hoping to raise £5,000 for Help for Heroes have hit the road for a 12-day walking challenge from Newmarket to North Yorkshire.