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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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Motorcyclist killed in crash with tractorA 53-year-old man dies after his motorbike collides with a tractor on the A142.
The problems behind a £34m taxpayer-funded solar farmThe solar farm is so far making less money than it was hoped after being beset by years of delay.
Aerial pictures show Black Cat roundabout progressNational Highways says the scheme, which involves building a new 10-mile carriageway, is "on track".
Launch day for new NHS trust created by mergerIt will run services that have been provided by two community health trusts.
Water leak forces BBC Look East off airMorning regional TV services will come from the BBC London studio.
Sisters ready for Boat Race showdownMia and Lilli Freischem will be in opposing boats in the 80th Women's Boat Race, with the "ultimate bragging rights" at stake.
British billionaire to donate £190m to Cambridge UniversityHedge fund founder Chris Rokos said he wanted to "give something back" to the UK with the donation.
Cyclist's £4.8m claim against three forces can proceedGijsbert van Buuren is suing Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire forces over a 2013 crash.
Body of missing teenager is found after river crash"Our investigation into this absolutely tragic collision continues," Cambridgeshire Police says.
Eleven men charged with football fan's manslaughter bailedThe next hearing is due to take place at Basildon Crown Court in Essex.
Doctor who stole NHS drugs to have 'chemsex' bannedDr Jonathon Dean is struck off after injecting a woman during sex with drugs stolen from a hospital.