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Gemma Gardner is news editor for Cambridge Independent. She joined the title as culture editor at its launch in 2016, before becoming news editor in 2018. Gemma was previously news editor for the Harlow Star. She begun her career at the Hertfordshire Mercury series in 2007.

Sustainability on agenda at Abbey College Cambridge conference

26 March 2025
Sustainability on agenda at Abbey College Cambridge conference

Sustainability on agenda at Abbey College Cambridge conference

26 March 2025

From planning and organising, to presenting and moderating, the Abbey College Cambridge cohort took charge of every aspect of the event.


Operator Whippet to trial autonomous buses in Cambridge

26 March 2025
Operator Whippet to trial autonomous buses in Cambridge

Operator Whippet to trial autonomous buses in Cambridge

26 March 2025

It has been appointed as the operator for the Connector trial.


Joggers, cyclists and a mother with a pram come close to edge of busway to avoid flood

25 March 2025
Joggers, cyclists and a mother with a pram come close to edge of busway to avoid flood

Joggers, cyclists and a mother with a pram come close to edge of busway to avoid flood

25 March 2025

The council has closed sections of the path and is warning people not to try and walk along it.

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Labour accused of ‘stifling democracy’ after row breaks out at Cambridge City Council meeting

25 March 2025
Labour accused of ‘stifling democracy’ after row breaks out at Cambridge City Council meeting

Labour accused of ‘stifling democracy’ after row breaks out at Cambridge City Council meeting

25 March 2025

Lib Dems express outrage after Labour councillors use procedural tactics to shut down a debate.


Warning notice issued to East of England Ambulance Service over multiple failures

25 March 2025
Warning notice issued to East of England Ambulance Service over multiple failures

Warning notice issued to East of England Ambulance Service over multiple failures

25 March 2025

Staffing levels and call wait times among the concerns.


Cambridge City Council by-elections called for East and West Chesterton seats

24 March 2025
Cambridge City Council by-elections called for East and West Chesterton seats

Cambridge City Council by-elections called for East and West Chesterton seats

24 March 2025

The by-elections will be held alongside the Cambridgeshire County Council elections in May.


Auditors warn council may be unable to recover £113m owed by This Land

24 March 2025
Auditors warn council may be unable to recover £113m owed by This Land

Auditors warn council may be unable to recover £113m owed by This Land

24 March 2025

The council has loaned £113.85m to the company.


Rapper Stormzy to receive honorary degree from the University of Cambridge

21 March 2025
Rapper Stormzy to receive honorary degree from the University of Cambridge

Rapper Stormzy to receive honorary degree from the University of Cambridge

21 March 2025

The musician is being recognised for his philanthropic work, including scholarships he has funded for black students.


Safety of future busways for Cambridge region in focus after three deaths

21 March 2025
Safety of future busways for Cambridge region in focus after three deaths

Safety of future busways for Cambridge region in focus after three deaths

21 March 2025

Three people died in separate incidents involving the Cambridgeshire guided busway between 2015 and 2021.


Police officer assaulted by man with knife in Cambridge

19 March 2025
Police officer assaulted by man with knife in Cambridge

Police officer assaulted by man with knife in Cambridge

19 March 2025

Officers had concerns over drug dealing.


New Cambridge Folk Festival report reveals rising costs led to cancellation

17 March 2025
New Cambridge Folk Festival report reveals rising costs led to cancellation

New Cambridge Folk Festival report reveals rising costs led to cancellation

17 March 2025

The 2025 festival would have marked the event’s 60th anniversary.

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Guided busway deaths: Mismanagement of safety was ‘entrenched’ at county council, court hears

14 March 2025
Guided busway deaths: Mismanagement of safety was ‘entrenched’ at county council, court hears

Guided busway deaths: Mismanagement of safety was ‘entrenched’ at county council, court hears

14 March 2025

Jennifer Taylor, Steven Moir and Kathleen Pitts all died in separate incidents with Cambridgeshire Guided Busway between 2015 and 2021.

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Legal action warning over clean-up of toxic former landfill site in Cherry Hinton

14 March 2025
Legal action warning over clean-up of toxic former landfill site in Cherry Hinton

Legal action warning over clean-up of toxic former landfill site in Cherry Hinton

14 March 2025

Campaigners argue the clean-up of PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ alone could cost between £7million and £9million.

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Tribute paid to The Leys’ ‘beloved’ porter Graham Chapman

13 March 2025
Tribute paid to The Leys’ ‘beloved’ porter Graham Chapman

Tribute paid to The Leys’ ‘beloved’ porter Graham Chapman

13 March 2025

Mr Chapman passed away after suffering a medical emergency on the school site.


Mill Road bridge bus gate: Fines start after delay

13 March 2025
Mill Road bridge bus gate: Fines start after delay

Mill Road bridge bus gate: Fines start after delay

13 March 2025

The start of fines was delayed by a burst water main.


Stagecoach East blames Cambridge congestion for busway timetable changes - and calls for more to be done

10 March 2025
Stagecoach East blames Cambridge congestion for busway timetable changes - and calls for more to be done

Stagecoach East blames Cambridge congestion for busway timetable changes - and calls for more to be done

10 March 2025

The changes will come into effect Sunday, 20 April.


Introduction of Mill Road bridge bus gate fines delayed over burst water main

10 March 2025
Introduction of Mill Road bridge bus gate fines delayed over burst water main

Introduction of Mill Road bridge bus gate fines delayed over burst water main

10 March 2025

The council had announced that fines were due to start tomorrow (Tuesday).


Littleport man arrested as van driver dies in A142 crash

10 March 2025
Littleport man arrested as van driver dies in A142 crash

Littleport man arrested as van driver dies in A142 crash

10 March 2025

Police are appealing for witnesses.


Fines for drivers flouting Mill Road bridge bus gate restrictions will start this week

10 March 2025
Fines for drivers flouting Mill Road bridge bus gate restrictions will start this week

Fines for drivers flouting Mill Road bridge bus gate restrictions will start this week

10 March 2025

The fines come into effect after an extended warning period.


A142 closed in both directions near Mepal after crash

10 March 2025
A142 closed in both directions near Mepal after crash

A142 closed in both directions near Mepal after crash

10 March 2025

There are several miles of delays in both directions.


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