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Think boot camps are just for adults? Think again. A new class has just started in Ely, aimed at boosting children’s confidence and improving fitness and flexibility. Personal trainer Dawn Lamb launched the Active boot camp last week, aimed at school aged children, after seeing the success of her adult fitness classes. Mum to Ellis, …
Happy birthday, Ely Farmers’ Market! Yesterday the iconic market celebrated 16 years of selling fresh, local produce in the city. East Cambridgeshire District Council celebrated the big day by providing vegan cupcakes and other treats to passers-by. There was also a prize draw, with £25 of goodies from the Farmers’ Market up for grabs. The …
The breastfeeding counsellor for the Isle of Ely NCT group has been honoured and three volunteers have been highly commended in a regional ceremony recognising the charity’s volunteers and practitioners who go the extra mile. Ely mum Megan Stephenson won the prestigious Parent Supporter award during the East of England heat of the NCT Volunteer …
An Ely heart attack surviver has thanked ambulance staff and volunteers for giving him a “second chance” after saving his life six months ago. Father of three Peter Swan had an emotional reunion with his life-savers on Wednesday. Peter, who can’t remember anything from the experience, is “eternally grateful” and January 13 has become his …
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A “wonderful” dog whose eyes were surgically removed has today found his “forever home”. Pooch was a familiar sight at RSPCA Block Fen and could often be spotted taking a snooze in the Wimblingdon shelter’s reception area. On its Facebook page, the charity says: “Pooch unfortunately had to have both of his eyes removed due …
A CRIMINAL Behaviour Order (CBO) has been issued to an Ely man. Todd Germeney, 31, of West End Close, Witchford, was issued with the two-year order at Cambridge Magistrates Court on June 8. The judge heard how the order was brought forward following work carried out by Cambridgeshire Constabulary and the East Cambs Safety Partnership …
The area’s two Conservative Members of Parliament are divided on whether the UK should remain in the European Union, with South East Cambs MP Lucy Frazer in the Remain camp and North East Cambs MP Steve Barclay supporting a Brexit. With two days to go until Britons take to the poll to vote on …
An Ely mum who lives by a park closed to the public for three months has questioned why Anglia Water has chosen to carry out sewage works during the busy summer period. Work began today to lay a new sewer pipe within the green space between Downham Road and West Fen Road. As reported in …
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One of East Cambridgeshire’s biggest employers has threatened to move its headquarters to the continent in the event of a Brexit, according to East of England MEP Vicky Ford. On her Facebook page last week, the Conservative MEP warned that John Shropshire, who runs G’s Fresh, had told her that he would “need to move …
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Ely Cathedral may not be allowed to fly a Gay Pride flag – but it has shown its compassion for victims of Orlando’s homophobic mass shootings in other ways. This week, numerous Spotted in Ely followers have asked whether the cathedral would raise a rainbow flag in solidarity with victims of the Pulse gay nightclub …
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An Ely green space popular with dog walkers, cyclists and joggers will be closed for the entire summer to make way for sewage works. On Monday Anglia Water will start laying a new sewer pipe within the open park area between Downham Road and West Fen Road. The work is expected to take 12 weeks, …
The old Montaz is gone and in it’s place is new chef Robin D’Souza and business partner Nelson who have created the “Market Street Brasserie”. Robin has moved from London where he was the head chef at Piccadilly’s Le Meriden Hotel. The food at the restaurant on Market Street, Ely is described as English with …
Highfield School will be taking part in its last pop-up cafe of the academic term on Monday (June 20). Children and young adults with special educational needs will bake and sell freshly baked scones, cookies and other treats as part of the Cafe Highfield project. They will also serve up tea, coffee, milkshakes and fruit …
It’s not only cats that apparently have nine lives – this poor little critter had a lucky escape after it was found stuck in the chimney of Ely Cathedral’s Chapter House last week. On June 10 the cathedral’s work force came to the rescue and gave their feathered friend a new home in the Dean’s …
RSPCA Block Fen’s longest resident has finally gone to her “forever home”, after staying for 268 days at the Wimblingdon shelter. On June 7, shy Kira, a har Pei cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier, was rehomed with her new family, much to the delight of shelter staff. Deputy manager Kirstyn Gaunt said Kira was initially transported …
The Ely Muslim Association are once again inviting the citizens of Ely to come and enjoy their free Fasting Feast on the Market Square next Monday, 20th June at 8.30. Muslims every year practise Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar and they celebrate by fasting during daylight hours. The month of fasting can …
All of the fantastic entries to the Snap the Ouse Photography Competition have now been shortlisted and the eight finalists are up for public vote on the Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership’s website (www.ousewashes.org.uk/resources/galleries). The Ouse Washes Landscape Partnership (OWLP) launched the exciting Snap the Ouse Photography Competition back in March as part of the lead …
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A record standing since 10th August 1989 was finally broken on the 9th June, taken part in the VTTA East Anglian 10, raced over 4 weeks on the E2/10 course at Six Mile Bottom on the A11. Club members, Robert Golding, Mathew Ely and Phillip Gosling, joined 69 others on the start line with Robert …
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PC Guy Spencer deployed today at 11 a.m. on Cambridge Road, Ely, conducting speed checks. In a forty minute period he issued no fewer than four tickets to vehicles, clocking speeds of 43mph, 48mph, 49mph, and even 50mph in that 30mph zone. The officer has commented: “This stretch of road is 30 miles per hour …
Another local restaurant has today announced it is to close. Montaz on Market Street announced on their Facebook page that they are to close as of next Monday, 30th May. They curry house will be open as normal for the weekend but will not open on Monday. Staff at the restaurant have told us that they …
A taste of the continent is coming to Ely this Bank Holiday weekend with the return of the Continental Market on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday, 28 – 30 May. Experience the sights and sounds of a traditional continental market, with stalls selling everything from freshly made paella, crêpes and tartiflette to artisanal cheese …
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On Thursday 12th May cadets from 42F (King’s Lynn) Squadron and 1094 (Ely) Squadron took part in a tug of war with a difference. A team of cadets and staff of the Squadron pulled a Tornado GR4 aircraft down part of the runway at RAF Marham in Norfolk on a beautiful evening. The RAF Tornado …
A popular Ely pre-school is extending its sessions and age range to help accommodate busy parents. From September, Goslings Pre-School will be taking youngsters from the age of three (rather than the term after they turn three), and if there is enough interest from parents, they may consider taking them even earlier, manager Michelle Smith …
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The residents of Stretham are gearing up for their Feast weekend, which starts on Friday 13th May with an open mic family picnic and BBQ on the villages Recreation Ground. The whole weekend is packed with activities for the whole community. The theme of the Feast for 2016 is the Queen’s 90th Birthday. On Saturday …
Opens at the Babylon Gallery Saturday 14 May – meet the artists this Saturday 2 – 4pm An exhibition of new contemporary textile work opens at the Babylon Gallery on Ely’s Waterside on Saturday 14 May and continues to Sunday 12 June. stitch-links are a group of 5 contemporary textile artists who are scattered around …
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On Saturday 14th May, Wicken Recreation Ground will be the venue for the 13th Wicken Beer Festival run by a group of volunteers from the village to fund raise for play equipment. Over the years the group have managed to install a multi-use games arena, installed play equipment and supported local groups who use the …
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The archaeological excavation of the site on Downham Road, where East Cambridgeshire District Council is hoping to build a new leisure facility for the District, will start this week on Monday 16th May. At the request of the Cambridgeshire County Council Historic Environment Team, the whole 2.8 hectare site will be excavated because it is …
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The annual Cambridgeshire Community Fair is now only four weeks away. The Fair, organised by local charity, Cambridgeshire ACRE, is taking place on Tuesday 7 June 2016 at the Burgess Hall in St Ives. The event is completely free of charge to attend and will be run from 2pm – 6pm. No booking is required …
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Haddenham’s putting its name on the festival map with its first ever Bead Festival planned for this month. But rather than throwing your hands in the air, you’ll be needing them to make pretty keepsakes instead! Spoilt Rotten Beads is holding its first ever Bead Festival on Saturday May 21 – with lots of beady …
Always wanted to learn patchwork? Now’s your chance. Sew Much to Do are running a day long patchwork course in Ely, perfect for beginners or those wishing to brush up on their skills. Participants will end up with a tote bag big enough to carry their sewing bits and bobs. The course is taught by …
Wanted: enthusiastic volunteers to help lead Toddler Rhymetime at Ely Library. This popular, free singing group takes place in the children’s library from 10.30am to 11am every Wednesday. Toddler Rhymetime is mostly led by parents and grandparents – and more people are currently needed. No previous experience is required – just enthusiasm and a sense …
Ever wondered what it felt like to be a condemned rioter, awaiting execution in a Georgian gaol? The Ely Museum will be marking the 200 year anniversary of the Littleport Riots with special events and re-enactments taking place throughout May 21. People will be able to chat to condemned rioter John Dennis in his …
After 4 years, the former pub in Littleport turned restaurant closes it doors with immediate effect. In a statement on it’s Facebook page, which appears to be now closed down says: “The time has come to call it a day in Littleport. Thank you for your support over the past 4 years. If it was …
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Ever wondered why your kids squabble and compete? The Soham Children’s Centre is putting on special Sibling Rivalry sessions, aimed at empowering parents and carers with strategies for dealing with children’s behaviour and raising self-esteem. The sessions will explore the underlying reasons behind why siblings fight as well as giving people the tools to tackle …
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