Business

Deliveries in March may be delayed today

Delivery delays in March today, Royal Mail warns

Emergency services rushed to Iceland on the High Street after its roof collapsed

Emergency services rushed to Iceland on the High Street after its roof collapsed

Supermarket expected to reopen later this year after roof collapse

Anglian Water is to be prosecuted over pollution incident in Whittlesey that killed 100s of fish.

Anglian Water is to be prosecuted over pollution incident in Whittlesey that killed 100s of fish.

Anglian Water to be prosecuted after up to 1,000 fish killed in pollution spill

George Campbell Leisure Centre in March was forced to close its gym and studio following a roof leak

George Campbell Leisure Centre in March was forced to close its gym and studio following a roof leak

Fenland District Council

Popular gym and studio to reopen after roof leak forced closure

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to crack down on vape shops and betting stores.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to crack down on vape shops and betting stores.

Government announces crackdown on betting and vape shops to revitalise high streets

Ely has been ranked among the UK’s top 10 hotspots for missing parcels, according to new data revealed this week.

Ely has been ranked among the UK’s top 10 hotspots for missing parcels, according to new data revealed this week.

Cambridgeshire city ranked among the UK's top 10 'Where's my parcel?' hotspots

Emergency services rushed to Iceland in March after reports of a roof collapse

Emergency services rushed to Iceland in March after reports of a roof collapse

Supermarket issues update on online orders after roof collapse

WiseGlow platform demonstrates practical pathway for the UK’s flexible energy future

Roder UK Floral Marquee

Roder UK Floral Marquee

Event deliveries cut carbon emissions by more than 1,000kg

Parkfield Pub in The Park said it has closed with immediate effect

Parkfield Pub in The Park said it has closed with immediate effect

Popular sports club in Fen village announces temporary closure

Pasta More food van launched in Chatteris last October

Pasta More food van launched in Chatteris last October

Owners 'gutted' after announcing popular Fenland pasta takeaway to close

Costa Coffee in March High Street is set to close for 10 days from tomorrow (Tuesday) while the premises undergoes a 'makeover'.

Costa Coffee in March High Street is set to close for 10 days from tomorrow (Tuesday) while the premises undergoes a 'makeover'.

Popular Fenland coffee shop to close for 10 days for a 'makeover'

Tyler Powell (right) won the CECA Southern Award)

Tyler Powell (right) won the CECA Southern Award)

Man from March named 'most promising apprentice' in London

The owner of Whittlesey Youth and Community Centre intends to sell the property

The owner of Whittlesey Youth and Community Centre intends to sell the property

Fenland District Council

Youth centre listed as 'asset of community value' to go up for sale

Uk hair and beauty awards finalist

Uk hair and beauty awards finalist

20-year-old named UK awards finalist two months after starting business

Diane Maher is leaving The George pub at the end of next month.

Diane Maher is leaving The George pub at the end of next month.

Landlady announces departure from historic 300-year-old Fenland pub

The Dun Cow in Green Lane, Christchurch, has lodged a full planning application for a single-storey side and rear extension, a change of use to add rural tourism and three holiday pods on adjoining land.

The Dun Cow in Green Lane, Christchurch, has lodged a full planning application for a single-storey side and rear extension, a change of use to add rural tourism and three holiday pods on adjoining land.

Village pub plans bigger restaurant and glamping pods

Meet the family: From left Elaine Heffernan, Nichola Hannigan and Andrew Simpkins.

Meet the family: From left Elaine Heffernan, Nichola Hannigan and Andrew Simpkins.

Five-star luxury cat hotel to open in Fenland later this summer

The hastily painted black shisha bar sign has upset some people who have described it as vandalism, but the owners say it will be gone as soon as the proper sign arrives.

The hastily painted black shisha bar sign has upset some people who have described it as vandalism, but the owners say it will be gone as soon as the proper sign arrives.

SEE INSIDE: New shisha bar opens in Fen town with controversy over sign

Flagship Homes head of partnerships and delivery Anna Cook-Bacon and Seagate Homes site manager Wayne Green (front) at the Wyatt Court site in Wimblington. Also pictured are, from left, James Ollington from Flagship Homes, Grace Harper from Richard

Flagship Homes head of partnerships and delivery Anna Cook-Bacon and Seagate Homes site manager Wayne Green (front) at the Wyatt Court site in Wimblington. Also pictured are, from left, James Ollington from Flagship Homes, Grace Harper from Richard

Affordable housing

Dozens of new affordable homes set to be built in Fenland village

LOCALiQ UK is hosting a free 45‑minute online seminar designed specifically for the funeral profession

LOCALiQ UK is hosting a free 45‑minute online seminar designed specifically for the funeral profession

Free webinar: 5 easy wins to help funeral directors stand out online

The firm was served an improvement notice by the Health and Safety Executive

The firm was served an improvement notice by the Health and Safety Executive

Health and Safety Executive

Improvement notice for metal gate firm after health and safety 'breaches'

An artist's impression of what the wellness centre might look like.

An artist's impression of what the wellness centre might look like.

Fenland District Council

Old go-kart track to become 'high-end glamping and wellness retreat' in Fenland

Holland & Barrett on Broad Street will close on April 22

Holland & Barrett on Broad Street will close on April 22

Holland & Barret

Health food shop in Fenland town to close for good - here's why

The Empress Swimming Pool in Chatteris has been forced to close temporarily.

The Empress Swimming Pool in Chatteris has been forced to close temporarily.

Swimming pool in the Fens forced to close temporarily

There is a chance for someone to take the reins at the Three Lions Pub and Restaurant in March.

There is a chance for someone to take the reins at the Three Lions Pub and Restaurant in March.

Sports bar and restaurant in Fen town looking for new tenants

A telecommunications infra-structure firm is looking to install a mast and base on land outside the Men of March pub in March.

A telecommunications infra-structure firm is looking to install a mast and base on land outside the Men of March pub in March.

20-metre high mobile phone mast planned for outside town pub

The discount retail chain entered administration at the end of January

The discount retail chain entered administration at the end of January

The Original Factory Shop

Major retailer reveals closing date for remaining Cambridgeshire store

Plans to build a house with a builders yard on a site off Cross Road in March have been approved despite safety concerns from the owner of the neighbouring March Airfield.

Plans to build a house with a builders yard on a site off Cross Road in March have been approved despite safety concerns from the owner of the neighbouring March Airfield.

Warning airfield could close ignored as builders' yard plan gets go-ahead

Plans for five industrial units have been approved on the area of land marked in red despite objections put by highways officers on road safety grounds.

Plans for five industrial units have been approved on the area of land marked in red despite objections put by highways officers on road safety grounds.

Fenland District Council

Five new industrial units given green light despite road safety fears

Jaxdene Solutions recruitment firm in Chatteris expands team

Jaxdene Solutions recruitment firm in Chatteris expands team

Recruitment firm sees team grow after increased demand

The Barnardo's charity shop in March is to close at the end of this month.

The Barnardo's charity shop in March is to close at the end of this month.

March charity shop announces closure with final trading date

A Chatteris-based company specialising in tent and hall systems tailored for sport, events, industry and trade, as well as public services, is planning to plant at least 52 trees this year.

A Chatteris-based company specialising in tent and hall systems tailored for sport, events, industry and trade, as well as public services, is planning to plant at least 52 trees this year.

Local company pledges to plant trees every week to aid reforestation plans

More than 680 nails have been installed on the embankment to help stabilise the King's Dyke crossing at Whittlesey, which has been partially closed since June 2024.

More than 680 nails have been installed on the embankment to help stabilise the King's Dyke crossing at Whittlesey, which has been partially closed since June 2024.

Cambridgeshire County Council

Full reopening date set for busy railway crossing after 18 months of works

Knowles Logistics gives pupils at Thomas Clarkson Academy an insight into the world of logistics

Knowles Logistics gives pupils at Thomas Clarkson Academy an insight into the world of logistics

Logistics firm inspires next generation at careers fair

Stainless Metalcraft in Chatteris has been celebrating National Apprenticeship week.

Stainless Metalcraft in Chatteris has been celebrating National Apprenticeship week.

Apprenticeships

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week at one of region's longest providers

The Original Factory Shop continues to trade from its 137 stores

The Original Factory Shop continues to trade from its 137 stores

The Original Factory Shop

Update on future of discount retailer's remaining Cambs store

Candy Carousel sweet shop opens in Chatteris

Candy Carousel sweet shop opens in Chatteris

New sweet shop opens in town with Pick 'n' Mix and crepes

Martin van Vuuren has joined March Golf Club as its professional golfer and will be reopening the club's pro shop.

Martin van Vuuren has joined March Golf Club as its professional golfer and will be reopening the club's pro shop.

Former golfing professional joins Fenland golf club

The industrial incident happened at Pretoria Energy Mepal, on Iretons Way, Chatteris

The industrial incident happened at Pretoria Energy Mepal, on Iretons Way, Chatteris

Health and Safety Executive

Firm where woman died in industrial incident hit with improvement notice

Bianca Seward and her mum have launched a new online estate agent in Chatteris.

Bianca Seward and her mum have launched a new online estate agent in Chatteris.

Mother and daughter team launch 'fresh approach' to housing market

March mum Julie Spies won £500 with the Royal Mail's Christmas draw.

March mum Julie Spies won £500 with the Royal Mail's Christmas draw.

Mum and daughter win £1,000 in Royal Mail's Christmas draw

Vicky Thorley is the e-commerce supervisor at the March shop

Vicky Thorley is the e-commerce supervisor at the March shop

Need a Secret Santa? Fenland charity store has unique handmade upcycled gifts

From left: James Ollington (Flagship Homes),Adam Wynne-Williams, Jonathan Harris, Paul Dadley (Snowdon Homes Ltd), and Simon Floor (Flagship Homes) on site at Hereward Hall in March, where 19 homes will be built.

From left: James Ollington (Flagship Homes),Adam Wynne-Williams, Jonathan Harris, Paul Dadley (Snowdon Homes Ltd), and Simon Floor (Flagship Homes) on site at Hereward Hall in March, where 19 homes will be built.

Fenland District Council

Fenland families to get 40-home boost as new developments under way

The Empress Swimming Pool in Chatteris is set to reopen in January 2026.

The Empress Swimming Pool in Chatteris is set to reopen in January 2026.

More details about reopening of Fens swimming pool revealed

March Dental is looking to expand into the neighbouring former carpet warehouse building with a planning application submitted this week.

March Dental is looking to expand into the neighbouring former carpet warehouse building with a planning application submitted this week.

Fenland District Council

Dental practice looks to expand with the creation of up to 10 jobs

Pete preparing the brownies

Pete preparing the brownies

Fine dining to fudgy brownies: Independent catering company launches new business

Alice Howard and Nic Goss, who run The Bearded Etcher from their home in Wimblington, are celebrating their first year in business.

Alice Howard and Nic Goss, who run The Bearded Etcher from their home in Wimblington, are celebrating their first year in business.

'Fabulous' first year in business for Fen couple

Cerys Pughsley, her brother Bryn and their dad Karl

Cerys Pughsley, her brother Bryn and their dad Karl

Meet the Fenland family fusing new ideas with traditional craftsmanship

Both the sales and service department of Pilgrims of March, in Melbourne Avenue, have seemingly closed without explanation

Both the sales and service department of Pilgrims of March, in Melbourne Avenue, have seemingly closed without explanation

Mystery looms over sudden closure of car dealership

Austen Adams from Stainless Metalcraft in Chatteris, has been promoted to the board of its mother company Avingtrans Ltd.

Austen Adams from Stainless Metalcraft in Chatteris, has been promoted to the board of its mother company Avingtrans Ltd.

Engineering firm appoints advocate of Fenland apprenticeships to board

Askham Rehab operations director wins prestigious award

Askham Rehab operations director wins prestigious award

Business Cambridgeshire

Askham Rehab boss crowned 'Rehab Leader of the Year'

Aliyyah-Begum Nasser of Askham Rehab wins NR Times award

Aliyyah-Begum Nasser of Askham Rehab wins NR Times award

Neurorehabilitation leader named 'leader of the year'

Chatteris project manager wins award for second year running

Chatteris project manager wins award for second year running

Project manager wins national award for second year running