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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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Councillor to be investigated over 'evil' remarkReform UK councillor Andy Osborn is heard describing some children in care as "downright evil".
Highland cow petting farm refused over safety fearsThe farm's owners say they set up the cow petting business and tea shop to diversify their income.
Lost village hall key to feature in centenary celebrationsA missing key presented at the opening of Manea village hall in 1925 will take pride of place.
'Value for money' vow after rail nationalisationThe transport secretary says the move will bring value for money, but she did not promise lower fares.
Man charged with murder of 23-year-old womanJon Ismaili is appearing at Huntingdon Magistrates' Court.
Dust and noise near former brickworks is miserable, says residentPublic health concerns from the site in Cambridgeshire are being investigated.
Sir Stephen Fry backs new youth support hubCentre 33 says it needs a final £500,000 to refurbish one of its buildings.
Artist launches worldwide embroidery projectMia Hansson says 50 artists across three continents will contribute a stitching.
Send pupils not thriving after delays, says councilCouncil officers say £780,000 could help tackle the backlog of education, health and care plans.
Water bills to rise further for millions after appealFive water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more funds to fix outdated infrastructure.
Airport land could be key to Marshall's recoveryA report says the Cambridge-based aerospace firm has been "firefighting on several fronts".