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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)
I don't have or want a Facebook account so if you have community information 'hidden' on a closed Facebook page and want it to appear on this site please contact me.
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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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fears over loan
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Murder inquiry launched after baby's deathA murder inquiry begins after a three-month-old boy dies five days after being taken to hospital.
Train operator to introduce additional servicesGreater Anglia is bringing in additional services on a number of regional routes.
Contractors removed from site after receiving abuseAnglian Water says it closed the B1049 after workers were verbally abused by drivers.
Government agrees to postpone some council electionsPeterborough is one of 29 local authorities granted permission to postpone scheduled May elections.
Families pay tribute to men killed in crashImran Hafiz is described as a "shining star" and Jordan Moore's family say he is "truly missed".
Plans for 8,500-plot Muslim cemetery withdrawnCouncillors will no longer discuss the project at an upcoming meeting.
Free festival returns thanks to community helpOrganisers, who cancelled last year's event, say they are reminded of people's "shared passion".
East of England 'not over last year's drought' Anglian Water's planner warns we need more rain and says the risk of more serious droughts is growing.
Army volunteers join paramedics as co-respondersA military unit based at St George's Barracks will start to respond to calls from their base.
Thatched former bank granted Grade II listed statusHistoric England says it is "an important part of Littleport's character and our national story".
Posh will be 'responsible' over Leonard fitnessPeterborough United boss Luke Williams says he will take a "responsible" decision over Harry Leonard's return after the striker was subject to concussion protocols.