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This site has been run and funded by a Burwell resident since it was established back in 1999. It is not for profit but hopes to provide a platform to promote the village and provide information to residents. The more information and contributions received, the better. (Apologies for the rough edges but time is limited)
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For everyone and especially parents the following guide provides useful advice on:
Mobile phones and apps
Streaming content and smart TVs
Gaming consoles and online games
Social media
Cyberbullying
Privacy and information security
Viewing inappropriate content online
Online predators
Version 1: The Ultimate Parent Guide for Protecting Your Child on the Internet Version 2: The Ultimate Parent Guide for Protecting Your Child on the Internet
See also these guides from www.antivirusguide.com
Internet Safety for Kids: The Definitive Guide [2022] The Ultimate Social Media Safety Guide for Kids [2022] The Definitive Guide to Parental Control [2022]
Postal Code: CB25 (Changed 2006-2007 from CB5)
STD CODE: 01638
Latitude: 52:16:26N (52.274)
Longitude: 0:19:43E (0.3287)
GeoNames: 2654195
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Project and
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410 Homes now approved
Linden Homes
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Inquest begins into death of Jason ArdayDr Julian Morris Morris said he had "reason to suspect that Professor Arday died an unnatural death".
Market Square plans tweaked after traders' worriesAmended plans are recommended for approval after concerns raised by traders are resolved.
Mum cycles to Bruges four months after giving birthRhiannon's first baby died and she is raising money for a neonatal unit after a second pregnancy.
Illegal e-bikes impact legitimate sales - shopRichardson Cycles says staff often face aggression when they refuse to repair illegal e-bikes.
'Redundant' chapel to become cafe and workspaceThe derelict building was last used as a Methodist chapel in 2015, developer plans say.
Boy, 3, injured in crocodile attack returns homeThe boy's family say he is "happy to be home" after undergoing seven operations in hospital.
Lock closures and low water levels maroons boatersBoaters from Northampton are stuck in March due to lock closures triggered by a large scale fire.
Villagers delighted 3,000 homes removed from planThe wider Local Plan will decide where 20,000 new homes are built in the Peterborough district.
Holme Fen fire stood down as major incidentThe fire service says it expects to be on site until mid-September.
Bus drivers trained to protect female passengersDrivers can pull over if a female passenger is facing a threat.
Commissioner vows to end modern slavery in countyDaryl Preston joined Chief Constable Simon Megicks in signing a refreshed Modern Slavery Statement.