Council agrees tough budget
Cambridgeshire County Councillors have agreed budget proposals which show public services are in for tough times ahead to meet nearly £149 million in savings over the next five years. The Council is expected to make savings over the next year (2014/2015) of around £38 million.
Chelsea's diary comes under the spotlight in new tour
A new theatre production which raises awareness of child sexual exploitation is starting a tour of Cambridgeshire next week.
Care leavers' film shortlisted for top national award
An animated film made by young people from Cambridgeshire leaving care has been shortlisted for a top national award.
Great War exhibition goes on tour
An exhibition about the Great War will be travelling around venues throughout Cambridgeshire during 2014, with some fascinating exhibits on show.
Do you dream of starting your own farming or rural business?
Come and view your future as a Cambridgeshire County Farms Estate tenant at a special day aimed at people interested in letting one of five farms which are available from October 2014.
Transport Strategy to take step forward for new families
Councillors are set to finalise a Transport Strategy for Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire aimed at improving accessibility and facilitate the 35,000 new homes due to be built to 2031.
Retro-fit for business: invest to save with renewable technologies
The SmartLIFE Retro-fit for business project is working to support small businesses to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the growing market for energy efficiency and renewable energy retrofit. The project is offering two free workshops to learn from the experts on how you save money on your business running costs AND generate income by investing in renewable technologies.
Homes proposals could develop jobs and protect services
Cambridgeshire County Council is set to discuss proposals to take the first step in the authority becoming a property developer, using its own land to get the best value for tax payers.
New archaeology society helps uncover North Cambridge's past
A Roman villa in North Cambridge will be just one of the interesting discoveries members of a new archaeology and history group will learn about in their area.
New year - new you: cultivate a future on County Farms Estate
See opportunities to become a tenant farmer in Cambridgeshire - Brian Abblitt at Morleys Farm, Warboys says his is one of the best on offer.
The Velo Festival brings the spirit of cycling to life
With exactly six months to go until the start of the third stage of the Tour de France, a cultural and sporting festival is being announced to celebrate the famous race coming to Cambridge.
£6 million Government funding just the ticket for station plans
A £6 million grant from Government to deliver the first stages of the new Cambridge Science Park Station has been welcomed by Councillors.
Signature visit by Nick Clegg a good sign for City Deal
A billion pound deal for Greater Cambridge has taken a step closer as Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg signed his name to an agreement to help bring the scheme forward.
Boost for local businesses to get better connected
Businesses in Cambridgeshire will be helped to afford faster broadband connections and make the most of digital technologies with over £4.5million extra Government funding for the Connecting Cambridgeshire programme.
A14 announcement welcomed - now we want action
Government announces A14 improvements to go ahead without tolling
Christmas comes early for Cambridgeshire communities as superfast broadband arrives
Superfast broadband has arrived in rural Cambridgeshire under the Connecting Cambridgeshire programme, with the first new green cabinets going live this week (Monday).
Public sector leads on local energy investment
Sustainable energy in Cambridgeshire received a major boost recently with the local authority decision to invest almost £15 million into local energy projects.
Tour de France confirms Stage 3 route through Cambridge
Cambridge city centre will be hosting the start of Stage 3 of Le Tour in 2014.
Council launches budget consultation with local businesses
Cambridgeshire County Council is asking businesses for their views on where it should be investing and saving money, through an online survey as well as face-to-face surveys/interviews.
Find out more about superfast broadband in your area
Connecting Cambridgeshire has developed a new online tool to help people look up ‘where and when’ they can expect to get superfast broadband in their area of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Cyclists can go Dutch with new £4.1 million investment
A successful bid of £4.1 million for transport funding could see a step change in cycling facilities in and around Cambridge, including Dutch style lanes.
Cash enables Cambridgeshire businesses to get connected
Connecting Cambridgeshire has secured multi-million pound funding to help local businesses get on the superfast highway and drive economic growth by making the most of the latest digital technologies.
New transport strategy drafted to improve getting around
Cambridgeshire County Council is consulting on plans to improve transport in Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire until 2031.
Faster broadband boost for Cambridgeshire businesses
Cambridgeshire businesses will benefit from a successful bid for over £5 million extra Government funding to make Cambridge and its surrounding economic area ‘super connected’ with faster broadband.
A14 improvements welcomed by Cambridgeshire County Council
Earlier start date secured for vital improvements needed for the A14