When Star Radio was acquired by Bauer and rebranded as Greatest Hits Radio, local radio died a little more for South Cambridgeshire. The familiar local voices, community focus, and grassroots connection that once defined local broadcasting have left a noticeable gap, one that a new radio project is now aiming to fill for the SG8 […]
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Local drama group CADS is preparing to present a comedy double bill at this year’s Royston Arts Festival and they’re both plays with a Shakespearean twist. Ruby of Elsinore, by American Bruce Kane, sees the eponymous court hairdresser cutting the hair of (and exchanging banter with) Ophelia, Gertrude, Claudius, Hamlet and even the ghost, while
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August Pet of the Month Luna Animal Rescue – Mango is a 3 year old happy little boy. He loves his toys and spending time with his people. Mango would like a quiet home with no kids. Mango can live with another dog or on his own. He enjoys his walks and travels well in the
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Royston and District Community Transport (RDCT) provide a vital service for people in the town and surrounding areas who are unable to drive or use public transport to get to medical and social appointments. In the year to March 2026, with the support from their wonderful volunteer drivers, they completed just under 4,500 journeys travelling
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Restoring the Eastern Boundary of Therfield Heath Work will soon begin on an important project to restore the eastern boundary of Therfield Heath, running along the Hertfordshire Way from the Golf Club, to help protect one of our most valuable local landscapes while improving its appearance and making it easier to care for in the
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This month we take a closer look at photographer Peter Baker. After taking photographs for many years simply as a holiday snapper, Peter only discovered his real passion for photography after taking early retirement. In just eight years he has immersed himself in the craft, developing into one of the region’s most successful exhibition photographers.
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Citizens Advice North Hertfordshire (CANH) is urging local residents to check their rights before booking a package holiday. Nationally, Citizens Advice received around 3,500 complaints about package holidays in the last 12 months, with issues ranging from misdescribed accommodation to unavailable facilities. Poor customer service is also a major concern, with reports of long wait
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July was a busy month for us welcoming a range of students on work experience to the Museum. Rhian led our Year 10 students from King James Academy and Melbourn Village Collage on a range of different projects, from planning and proposals through to completion. As part of the week, the students brought Roy from
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Keeping Cool without costing the Earth Climate change is real, and we are already feeling the effects. The June heatwave was a stark reminder that infrastructure and housing in the UK is not set up to cope with the higher temperatures we will continue to experience. But what can we do about it? When temperatures
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Royston Allotments invites the local community to its Annual Open Day, offering visitors the chance to discover what makes the allotment community so special. Visitors can take a wander around the site, meet friendly plot holders and see what’s growing this season. Whether you’re a keen gardener, considering taking on an allotment, or simply looking
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Our Readers’ Survey showed strong interest in local volunteering. This feature, in print and online aims to connect volunteers with local organisations needing an extra pair of hands. Outside of the Box are looking for volunteers to help them make a difference. If you are passionate about supporting local young people with special educational needs
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Taking place on the first Friday of every month 4.30-9pm, Barrington Classic Car-Meet offers a fascinating evening out for motoring enthusiasts and families alike. This long-standing tradition brings an impressive collection of classic cars to The Green, opposite The Royal Oak. Overlooking one of the longest village greens in Europe, The Royal Oak is a
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