Page 35 – Spotted in Ely

Vote for your favourite photo of the beautiful Ouse Washes Landscape!

Featured, instant_articles / By Mark Cooney

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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Review of Guy Johnston ( ‘cello) and Melvyn Tan (piano) in Ely Cathedral

Events, News / By Mark Cooney

After the inaugural event of the Isle of Ely Arts Festival this year: a workshop with budding young cellists, these highly talented musicians gave a splendid concert in Ely Cathedral. The programme was varied but the performance was constant: a performance that can only be described as outstanding. Their phenomenal technique was immediately apparent as …

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Records Broken by Ely & District/B&T Motor Repairs Cycling Club Riders

instant_articles, News, Sport / By Mark Cooney

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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Energy balls recalled over food poisoning fears

News / By Tali

A snack sold at health food stores and gyms has been recalled because of fears it may contain bacteria linked to food poisoning. Bounce Foods has initiated a voluntary recall of its Bounce Cashew & Pecan Protein Balls and Bounce Apple & Cinnamon Protein Balls, after they were found to have sunflower kernels that may …

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Spotted at… Littleport Fun Day

News / By Tali

Zorbing, dancing and a tug of war… And sunshine on tap! Just a few of the fabulous activities on offer at the recent Littleport Fun Day. Pictures by Philip Laver.

Spotted at… Ely St John's School Summer Fete

Featured / By Tali

What do police cadets, a petting farm and a pony have in common? They were all part of the fun at the Ely St John’s School Summer Fete and Car Boot on Saturday. Led by Sgt Stephen Coulson, a number of Police Cadets volunteered their time to help the school’s fundraising committee, The Friends of …

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E4Ely – Issue 17 – WakeHereward Project

Magazine, News / By Mark Cooney

This week find out how the WakeHereward Project has started and G’s Open Farm Sunday This weeks pages

Record breaking year for Etheldreda Craft and Food Fair

Featured / By Mark Cooney

Last weekend saw the celebrations for St.Etheldreda, the founding Abbess of the first Abbey in Ely, get off to a fabulous start with the wonderful Etheldreda Craft and Food Fair on Palace Green. Visitor numbers were slightly down on previous years due to a cold start to the day but those who did visit enjoyed a …

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Four Speeders in 40 Minutes

instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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 …

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Beauty businesses join forces and create The Beauty Loft

Business, News / By Mark Cooney

Becky Cross has always been “Beauty by Becky” above Toppers on Forehill but to be able to offer more services decide to join forces with Louise Nicholas from “Little Beauty Treats” and formed “The Beauty Loft”. The official opening took place last Saturday with free drinks and cakes and opened their doors to everyone who wanted …

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VIVA to take on the "Sweeney" ….. Todd

News / By Mark Cooney

Last Saturday, members of Viva! Theatre Group from Soham came to Ely to promote their new production of Sweeney Todd which starts next week at the Brook in Soham and tickets are still available! Even PCSO Matt Chennell from Ely Central thought he would help with promotion Spotted in Ely will be their for the …

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Much needed care and attention is happening at The Maltings

News / By Mark Cooney

Last week we had a message saying that the theatre seating was looking old and dirty and Spotted in Ely reported that to Ely City Councillor Liz Every to which a meeting was called. Cllr Every reported back that the matter was being looked at and explained that groups who use the hall are responsible …

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A Beautiful Day for a BBQ

News / By Mark Cooney

With such terrible wintry weather for most of last week, it seemed improbable that the annual Ely Rotary Club barbecue would not be too pleasant. But summer turned up on Sunday, giving an absolutely perfect day for fifty members and guests attending at the beautiful garden of Enid and John Bedford at Witchford. Everything made …

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Lucy Frazer MP presses Transport Minister for improvement on A142

News / By Mark Cooney

Lucy Frazer, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, has today pressed for improvements to Junction 37 between the A14 and A142. Ms Frazer and neighbouring MP Matthew Hancock met with the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport, Andrew Jones MP, to raise the issue of traffic on the A142. Ms Frazer and Mr …

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Police and Police Cadets offer Crime Prevention Advice

News / By Mark Cooney

Ely PCSO’s and cadets were out in force on Saturday with a stall on the Market Place to offer anyone and everyone free advice on Crime Prevention. Anything from looking after your home to property you carry about. From personal safety to road offences. Anything and everything was offered with leaflets and who to contact …

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SISTER ACT – The Gallery

Gallery / By Mark Cooney

Gallery from the Dress Rehearsal of Sister Act from the CAT Theatre Company last week

New Ely College principal to be appointed by CMAT

Featured, News / By Tali

The academy responsible for taking over the running of Ely College next month is in the process of appointing a successor to principal Evelyn Forde. As reported on Spotted in Ely last week, Ms Forde will be stepping down from her post at the end of August. On July 1 Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust, CMAT, …

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Arran gives joggers A:Run for their money

Featured, News, Organisations, Sport / By Tali

If you’re driving along Ely’s main streets, you’ve probably seen them. Men, women and teens of all ages, sprinting together whatever the weather in flourescent “Run Happy” vests. Chances are they’re part of Get Your A:Run, a group set up by dancer turned running coach Arran Selhi in September. The group has already accumulated 110 …

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Plough & Harrow set to make a comeback in Littleport

Business, News / By Mark Cooney

After many years of being the heart of Littleport, The Plough & Harrow is set to make a comeback to the wonderful building on Ely Road. Patrick & Carol Creek are the new owners and have begun on making major changes both inside and outside since GiGi’s and The Littleport Steak House closed. Carol said, …

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Spotted at… The Little Downham Village Fete

Featured, News, Villages & Towns / By Tali

A dull day didn’t dampen spirits at today’s Little Downham Village Fete. There were smiles aplenty as people browsed numerous stalls, watched performances by Horizons Academy dancers and displays by gun dogs and raptors. Later in the afternoon there were children and adult races, a tug of war and a show by the Lantern Dance …

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Ely Welcomes Open University Graduates from All Over UK

News / By Mark Cooney

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Ely is proud to host every year, graduates from Open University. Many of the graduates spend over 4 years studying their chosen subjects and this is their day to celebrate with a graduation mass in Ely Cathedral. The OU, despite having many offices in many larger cities throughout the UK choose Ely every year and …

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E4Ely – Issue 16 – A Terrific Sister Act – OUT NOW

Magazine, News / By Mark Cooney

A Terrific Sister Act from CAT Theatre Company. A hero in our midst and rescues a man from drowning. Another hero helps a family escape from car wreck. Prince William lands his chopper in Ely. The Great EU Debate and Soham Carnival Pictures plus over 100 events coming up in the area. Inside Issue 16

Man Named in Hit and Run as Police Make Arrest

News / By Mark Cooney

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at an accident following a fatal collision in Littleport on Wednesday night (June 1). The 43-year-old from Ely was arrested yesterday evening after he voluntarily attended Parkside Police Station. He was released on bail to return to Parkside …

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Little Miracles Football vs Cricket

News / By Mark Cooney

On June 8th 2016, Ely City Football Club’s first team players and management team will be taking on Wilburton Cricket Club. The difference being there won’t be a overhead kick, corner or goal line clearance in sight as it will be at cricket as opposed to football for the Ely City side, with the proceeds …

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One Terrific Sister Act!!

Featured / By Mark Cooney

The packed house at the Maltings were treated to a show stomping performance of ‘Sister Act, the Musical’ by the CAT Theatre Company. The already sold out show featured all the characters from the blockbuster film. With an adapted for stage script and musical score, each of the amateur actors have clearly put every ounce of heart and soul into …

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Prince William lands air ambulance in Ely

Featured, News / By Tali

As a teenager growing up in America, Kelli Ford used to have posters of Prince William hanging on her bedroom wall. This morning, she got to see her idol in the flesh – when the Duke of Cambridge and his colleagues at the East Anglian Air Ambulance attended a medical emergency in Ely. The EAAA …

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Hero saves man from drowning in the river

Featured, News / By Tali

A restaurant manager is being hailed a hero after jumping into the River Ouse to save a man’s life several weeks ago. Lukasz Lankiewicz, general manager of Ta Bouche in Ely, was locking up the popular riverside eatery and bar with duty manager Jordan Pattison in the early hours of May 5 when he heard …

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Watch out for a suspected scam offering people free iPhones

News / By Tali

If something appears too good to be true, that’s probably because it is. Ely residents have been shocked to receive links to an apparent scam, advising them to sign up to test the new iPhone 7. A pop up advert has been appearing while people have been browsing some local newspapers online, advising people that …

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Passers-by rescue mum and son from car in ditch following "horrific" accident

Featured, News / By Tali

An Ely mum wants to trace two good Samaritans who rescued her and her son from a “horrific” car smash near Littleport on Tuesday. Cheryl Stanford feared for her and her son’s lives after their car spun into a ditch on Ely Road after sliding out of control in torrential rain. Unable to open the …

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Ely College principal resigns

Featured, News / By Tali

The principal of Ely College has announced she will step down at the end of the academic year – just 18 months after taking up her post at the struggling school. In a letter to parents, principal Evelyn Ford said she was “extremely proud of all that has been achieved by everyone in the school …

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"Invisible illness" group to be set up

News / By Tali

A new support group is being set up to help people with “invisible” illnesses such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. Hayley Mason, who runs the Ely Cambridgeshire Fibromyalgia Support Group, is currently seeking funding for the “overarching support system”, while running her existing group. The new group will be called Cambridgeshire Invisible Illness Support …

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Remembering life on the home front during WWII

Featured, News / By Tali

Were you living in Ely, Littleport, Chatteris or Soham during the Second World War? Or do you know someone who did? If so, the Street Life project would like to hear from you! Funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Street Life’s latest local history venture is focusing on what life was like for families living …

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“Should I stay or should I go?” Market goers quizzed over EU referendum

Featured, News / By Tali

With weeks to go before people go to the polls to decide if the United Kingdom should remain in the European Union, some media show an almost equal split in opinion between those who favour a “Brexit” – and those who wish to stay in the EU. Where better to test the public mood than …

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‘Pay what you Decide’ show at Babylon ARTS for ‘A Girl With A Book’

News / By Mark Cooney

Babylon ARTS are staging a powerful one man show ‘A Girl with a Book’ based on the true story of Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafza on Friday 24 June : 7.30pm, the ticket price? Whatever you decide! Written and performed by Nick Wood for the New Nottingham Playhouse, this will be Babylon ARTS first …

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E4Ely – Issue 15 – Super Xander

Featured, Magazine / By Mark Cooney

This weeks pages

Lucy Frazer MP chairs positive meeting at Ely College

News / By Mark Cooney

Lucy Frazer, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, brought parents, carers and Ely College management together to discuss the future of the school on Friday 20th May. This meeting, called by Ms Frazer, was primarily to address the change in the school’s sponsor from CfBT Schools Trust to Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) on …

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Fresh calls for Foodbank donations

News / By Mark Cooney

The Ely Foodbank on Barton Road has made a fresh appeal for donations to help under privilege families in the East Cambridgeshire region. Food can be donated at the Ely branches of Sainsbury, Tesco, Nisa (Market Street) and Waitrose. Soham donations can be received at Asda and Co-op. Chatteris and March donations can be received at the …

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Fit and fun: Ely mum says Ely bootcamp makes her face each day with a smile

Featured, News, Sport / By Tali

Party animal and fitness fanatic Jenni Homent can’t bear to miss out on socialising or exercising. So when the Ely mum of two discovered a full-on fitness regime that combined both, she was instantly hooked. Since joining JTS – which prides itself on being “the toughest bootcamp in Ely” – back in January, the dedicated …

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Another Restaurant to Close – Montaz, Ely

instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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 …

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Sophia doubles sponsorship target in less than a week

Featured, News / By Tali

Selfless Sophia – the Ely schoolgirl featured on the front cover of our most recent E4Ely Magazine – has already raised more than twice her target to help youngsters battling with cancer. As reported by Spotted in Ely, Sophia Isaacs, 10, is planning to have her luscious locks bobbed at the Pure Ely salon …

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Children urged to think about plight of refugees in poster contest

Featured, News / By Tali

Looking for something creative and thought-provoking to do with the kids this half-term? Children across East Cambridgeshire are invited to consider the meanings of the words “home” and “refuge” in a poster competition aimed at increasing awareness and compassion for Syrians escaping war and persecution. The competition, organised by the Ely Refugee Resettlement Campaign, is …

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Dogs welcome at pet shop's birthday bash

News / By Tali

A Littleport pet shop will celebrate its second birthday this Saturday. People are invited to pop into Jurassic Bark Pet Supplies and enjoy tea and cake with the staff. On their Facebook page, they say: “Bring your dogs and they can catch up with some old friends.” With every purchase made a raffle ticket will …

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A Taste of the Continent in Ely this Bank Holiday Weekend

Featured, instant_articles / By Mark Cooney

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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Super Xander to bike 50 miles for Magpas

Featured, News / By Tali

Prolific Ely fundraiser Xander Brown may only be eight – but he’s about to embark on his sixth bike ride for Magpas Air Ambulance – and this time, he’s set the bar higher still. On August 7 the Ely St John’s year three student will endeavour a 50 mile cycle to and around Cambridge over …

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Sew your own creations in five weeks!

News / By Tali

Ever wished you could come up with an incredible outfit at short notice? Or mend your favourite ripped garment? Or impress your friends with your original sewn creations? Sew Much To Do is running another of its popular five week Learn to Sew courses from June 6. Pamela Tasker will be teaching sewing basics, introducing …

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Harry's artwork impresses top cop

Featured, News / By Tali

Cambridgeshire’s top cop is so impressed by a local young artist’s creation that he has personally requested to keep it in his office. Harry Redman, 13, was not shortlisted in the 11 to 13-years category in last month’s ArtReach 2016 – an awards scheme celebrating creative young people across East Cambridgeshire. But Cambridgeshire Chief Constable …

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Remembering lost friends – and raising cash for their chosen charities

Featured, News / By Tali

Two Tesco Ely employees are preparing for a fundraising walk to keep “the memory alive” of two long-serving colleagues who tragically died within a day of each other. On June 26 Shirley Hammond and Mel Starling will lead a scenic walk from Tesco supermarket along the Ely riverside and back to raise cash for Arthur …

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Project to provide young people in need with daily essentials

News / By Mark Cooney

A project to help provide essential items for children and young people who may not have access to basics, such as toothpaste and soap, has been set up in partnership with the Police and East Cambridgeshire District Council. The packs of basic toiletries, underwear and other essential care items will be made available through schools, …

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Hereward Rotary Club presents cheque to Child Support Charity

News / By Mark Cooney

At a club meeting where he was a guest, Will Cowell from the Cambridge and Ely Child Support Centre was presented with a cheque for £1,000 by Ely Hereward Rotary President Janet Porter. The Child Contact Centres provide a place where children from separated families can enjoy contact with a non-resident parent or other family …

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Prizes sought to help school buy lifesaving defibrillator

Featured, News / By Tali

An Ely primary school is fundraising for a lifesaving defibrillator – and is looking for residents and companies to donate prizes towards its annual summer fair. Friends of the Lantern School, the Lantern Community School’s fundraising committee, is hosting the Lantern Summer Fete on June 25. Its members hope proceeds will help raise cash for …

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Rewarding volunteering

News, Organisations / By Tali

An innovative scheme encouraging groups to give their time to their community in exchange for rewards has recently been launched in Ely – and those behind it hope its popularity will soar. Cambridgeshire Time Credits project manager Yannick Auckland says many people who have never volunteered before are putting their names forward – and gaining …

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Spotted at… Spoilt Rotten Beads' first ever Bead Festival

Featured, Gallery / By Tali

Haddenhams First Beadfest presented by Spoilt Rotten Beads

E4Ely – Issue 14 – OUT NOW

Featured, Magazine / By Mark Cooney

This week find out about Sophia’s selfless act and what did you miss on Spotted in Ely this week?

Stitch – Links, Latest Exhibition at BabylonARTS

Featured / By Mark Cooney

An exhibition of contemporary textile work opens at the Babylon Gallery on Ely’s Waterside until Sunday 12 June. About Stitch – Links Stitch – Links was founded in 2005 as an exhibiting group. The current members are Sheila Cahn, Marilyn Carter, Liz Hunter, Mara Lindemann and Maggie Paykel. With a passion for fabric, focusing on producing …

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Choir sings its way to success

Featured, News / By Tali

An Ely choir has made the finals of a prestigious international award celebrating youth activities – despite being made up of adults. On Wednesday (May 18) it was announced that Sing! Choirs had made the finals of the 2016 International What’s On 4 Junior Awards in the Best ‘Me Time’ Activity category. It’s the first …

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Ronnie Scott's comes to Ely for a Jazz Picnic at the Palace

Music, News / By Mark Cooney

By kind permission of the King’s School, Amnesty International Ely City Group are delighted to announce that, following three sell-out concerts, we are once again bringing members of Ronnie Scott’s All Stars to Ely for a memorable afternoon of brilliant jazz. Heading the line-up will be James Pearson, resident pianist and Artistic Director at Ronnie …

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Lucy Frazer QC MP calls further meeting with Ely College on Friday

News / By Mark Cooney

Lucy Frazer QC MP, Member of Parliament for South East Cambridgeshire, has called a further meeting for parents and carers of pupils at Ely College to give them an opportunity to meet the new sponsors, Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) on Friday 20th May. The meeting follows on from a meeting on 4th December 2015, …

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A glimpse of the future for Lancaster Way

Business, News / By Mark Cooney

Local architect Margherita Cesca from MCMM Architecture, Consultancy & Interior Design has give Spotted in Ely has exclusive access to plans to unveil a new manufacturing and office building for Lancaster Way Industrial Estate. Deanta UK, one of the worlds leading design and manufacturers of doors has outgrown its current location in Pymoor and the new …

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Selfless Sophia to get locks chopped off to help kids with cancer

Featured, News / By Tali

An Ely schoolgirl is having her luscious locks chopped off to help youngsters who are battling with cancer. Selfless Sophia Isaacs, 10, is due to have her long hair bobbed at the new Pure Ely salon on July 2 to raise money for The Little Princess Trust, a charity that provides real hair wigs to …

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Bottom Sniffer dog 'grog' launched in Soham

Featured, News / By Tali

Boozehounds beware! The phrase “hair of the dog” will take a whole new meaning this Saturday (May 21) when Scampers pet shop near Soham opens up a ‘pop up pub’ to celebrate the launch of Woof & Brew’s new ‘Bottom Sniffer’ dog beer. You heard correctly. An alcohol free beer specifically aimed at our canine …

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The countdown to Beadfest begins!

Featured, News / By Tali

The countdown has begun to Haddenham’s first ever bead festival – and unlike other festivals, it’s totally free to attend, with free tutorials promised on a first come, first served basis. People are invited to wear their wellies – whatever the weather – for Bead Festival this Saturday (May 21), with each welly-wearer promised a …

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Calling all businesses or organisations Ely SOUP needs your help!

News / By Mark Cooney

Ely SOUP is a new sociable community crowdfunding project , £5 buys you soup and a vote for a local Ely project. We launched and hosted are first SOUP in March 2016 at the Babylon Gallery and raised awareness of four community groups, whilst Ely Milks were voted the winners and took home the door …

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Moonwalking mums raise thousands for cancer charity

Featured, Gallery, News / By Tali

Seven Ely supermums have completed a nocturnal London marathon on foot, braving blisters and shivers, to raise almost £3000 for a breast cancer charity. Team Lantern Mardi Bras were amongst 15,000 people to take part in the London Moonwalk – a gruelling 26.2 mile trek from Clapham Common to raise money for Walk the Walk, …

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Fibromyalgia support group set up

News, Organisations / By Tali

Residents who have fibromyalgia need no longer suffer in silence. A new support group has been set up to help local sufferers connect with each other. Maria Stableford is the administrator of the Facebook page Fibromyalgia Ely & Surrounding Villages Coffee Group. The informal group, created this month, aims to help people who suffer from …

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Lis Every opens Pure Ely

Business, News / By Mark Cooney

Local business Pure Ely has officially opened in 3 Cups Walk thanks to our now former Mayor, Cllr Lis Every. As her last duty to help with commerce in the City Centre, Lis agreed to formally open the renovated shop which is now home to a wide range of beauty treatments and already employs 5 …

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Advertising with Spotted in Ely

Editors Blog / By Mark Cooney

Spotted in Ely has many ways you can advertise and we are updating this page soon….. Currently, we can offer: Business Buzz Member Business Buzz Directly Job Listings Premium Event Listing & Promotion Video Advertising Design Services Please email Victoria on advertisingsie@gmail.com Want to be included in our Business Buzz Directory? Complete the form below …

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Family relieved to get stolen trike back

Featured, News / By Tali

An Ely mum is delighted that her stolen trike has been recovered by police – and thanks Spotted in Ely followers for helping to spread the word about its disappearance. On Monday morning (May 16) Heather Brooks was devastated to discover that her unique tricycle had been snatched from her garden in the Cambridge Road …

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Viva presents ‘Sweeney Todd the Musical’

News / By Mark Cooney

Award winning Viva is back with their next production ‘Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street A Musical Thriller’. From Wednesday 15th to Saturday 18th June this black comedy will be performed at The Brook Entertainment Centre in Soham. The plot follows the infamous homicidal career of Sweeney, the unjustly exiled barber, who returns …

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Jurassic Bark is already 2 years old

Business, News / By Mark Cooney

Local pet supplies business Jurassic Bark will be 2 years old as of the 28th of May and are inviting local people and businesses to gather at their store in Littleport. They will also be giving one customer the chance to win a £50 voucher with raffle tickets given for every purchase made. The owners, Ania …

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Cadets Celebrate by Pulling an RAF Tornado

Featured, instant_articles / By Mark Cooney

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 …

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E4Ely – Issue 13 – Friday the 13th Edition

Featured / By Mark Cooney

Quite frankly there are no horrors in our magazine this week, which is the biggest edition to date. MORE CONTENT – LESS ADVERTS = MORE ENJOYMENT from a community publication Over 20 articles and 100 events its time to start reading E4Ely every Friday afternoon Pages this week:

Pre-School extends sessions to suit busy parents

Featured, instant_articles, News / By Tali

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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Stretham Feast of Fun starts Today

Featured, instant_articles / By Mark Cooney

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 …

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Stitch-Links : Contemporary Textile Art Exhibition.

Events, instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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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Wicken Beer Festival 14th May 2016 4 pm until the beer runs out……

Events, instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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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Archaeological dig at new District Leisure Centre site underway

instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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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Cambridgeshire Community Fair 2016 fast approaching

instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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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Calling beadaholics!

Featured, instant_articles, News / By Tali

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 …

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Patch from scratch

instant_articles, News / By Tali

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 …

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Calling Toddler Rhymetime volunteers!

Featured, instant_articles, News / By Tali

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 …

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Littleport riots remembered

instant_articles, News / By Tali

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 …

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Steakhouse and Bar in Littleport Closes Without Notice

instant_articles, News / By Mark Cooney

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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Dealing with sibling rivalry

instant_articles / By Tali

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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Council warns against deadly food supplement

News / By Mark Cooney

East Cambridgeshire District Council is warning consumers against purchasing any supplements which may contain the chemical commonly known as DNP. This extremely dangerous and toxic compound is marketed over the internet as a weight loss or body building supplement but, if taken, it can quickly cause kidney failure and even death. Furthermore, taking this product …

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Bird spotting race due this weekend

News / By Tali

Calling all nature lovers! A race to spot as many different types of birds as possible is due to take place on Sunday (May 15). Ely Wildspace is organising the bird race, which typically takes place twice a year. Members of the public are invited to meet at the top of Kiln Lane at 7am. …

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A New Member on Team Spotted in Ely

News / By Mark Cooney

I am very proud to announce to all the Spotted in Ely fans that Tali Iserles has agreed to join us on a part time basis as a journalist. Tali has been a keen follower of ours since we first started and has even worked on projects with us in the past such as the …

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Can you give cute Kira a home?

News / By Tali

Can you offer cute Kira her forever home? The sweet but shy crossbreed terrier has been at RSPCA Block Fen for 239 days without a single visit from anyone wanting to adopt her. Staff at the shelter were so puzzled by the lack of interest that they put together a video, highlighting two-year-old Kira’s plight. Click …

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Burwell bake sale raises £445 for good causes

Featured / By Tali

Disadvantaged local children will be better off, thanks to the generosity of Burwell residents and supermarket staff. On Saturday (May 7), the Co-operative supermarket in North Street put on a raffle and bake sale, raising a whopping £445 for charity. Of that, £220 will go to the Red Cross, the Co-op’s charity of the …

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East Cambs launches 3R campaign to tackle radicalisation

News / By Mark Cooney

A campaign to help prevent vulnerable young people in particular from becoming radicalised and drawn into extremism has been launched by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The 3R campaign stands for “Recognise, Report and Result” and gives partner agencies a simple message about how to support young people at risk of becoming involved in extremist activities. …

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There's a new sheriff in Town – Meet Dyson the Wonder Dog

Featured / By Mark Cooney

Just lately we have seen an increase in pets becoming local celebrities, including Garfield AKA Mr Sainsbury’s and Alfie who does tricks for treats. Well now meet Dyson the Wonder Bulldog. Dyson, formally known as Billy appeared on Paul O’Gradys, “For the Love of Dogs” TV show where owners Steve and Ali immediately fell in …

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Mercury transit delights sky watchers

News / By Tali

Astronomers were treated to a rare sight today (Monday) – when the transit of Mercury across the sun was visible for the first time in decades. Ely Astronomy Club members gathered by the cannon on the green outside Ely Cathedral to watch as the smallest planet in the solar system travelled between the sun and …

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Viva say Thank you

News / By Mark Cooney

Last month Ely Tesco chose Viva Arts and Community Group to be their charity for the month. This included Viva members going along for a full day of donation collections as well as advertising Viva to the general public. The total of £365.41 was raised and will be put towards Viva’s busy summer! Viva has …

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Sutton Parish Council to host Business Forum

Business / By Mark Cooney

East Cambridgeshire District Council (ECDC) will be supporting a business forum organised by Sutton’s Parish Council on the 19th May 2016. The Parish Council is working on a joined up Neighbourhood Plan to help shape important developments across Sutton and the local area. Key to this is consulting with its business community to understand their …

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New access improvements completed at Ely Country Park

Featured / By Mark Cooney

Further access improvements have been carried out at Ely Country Park to enable more people to enjoy a fantastic day out. Access improvement works at the sloped footpath connecting Springhead Lane and the wildflower meadow in Ely’s award winning Country Park were carried out on behalf of East Cambridgeshire District Council. The specification was developed …

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Platinum Properties win award at The ESTAS

Business, News / By Mark Cooney

The Ely based agency received the Gold award in the Tenant Voting for best Agent in the South East at the prestigious estate and letting agent awards in the UK, the ESTAS, held at the Grosvenor House Hotel on London’s Park Lane on Friday 15th April 2016 attended by 900 of the UK’s top property …

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E4Ely – Issue 12

Featured / By Mark Cooney

Sorry for the delay, work got in the way but here is Issue 12

Jason Ablewhite elected as new Police and Crime Commissioner for Cambridgeshire

News / By Mark Cooney

Jason David Ablewhite has been elected as Cambridgeshire’s new Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC). The vote took place on Thursday 5th May across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, with the result being declared on Friday 6th May at 17:27. Jason Ablewhite, the Conservative Party Candidate, beat Dave Baigent, Labour Party, after second preference votes were counted, as neither had …

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Last chance to catch Paul Hawdon & sneak peak at stitch-links

News / By Mark Cooney

‘Fantastic work’ ‘Amazingly detailed’ ‘Enormous impact’ Our current exhibition of etchings from Paul Hawdon ends this weekend on Sunday 8 May. This prize winning artist has exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, The Royal West of England Academy, The Discerning Eye and various print exhibitions. Our next exhibition stitch-links (right) features contemporary textiles from five …

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DRUGS IN EAST CAMBS CLAMPDOWN – Operation Edison a success story

Featured / By Mark Cooney

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Last Friday saw the completion of a week long secret operation conducted by East Cambs Police which saw several individuals arrested and charged for under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act. Code name Operation Edison, many local officers spearheaded by Sergeant Phil Priestly and followed by local members of the press. The mission …

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E4Ely – Issue 11 Out now

Featured, Magazine / By Mark Cooney

Issue 11 of E4Ely sees The Red Hat Society come to Ely and the Eel Catchers Daughter welcome their 25,000th customer plus much more including a map of all the locations taking part in the Eel Safari this Bank Holiday Weekend.