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Paul Brackley is the editor of the Cambridge Independent and editorial director for Iliffe Media Ltd. He helped to launch the company and title in 2016, taking the newspaper to four Weekly Newspaper of the Year Awards in four years. He has previously worked as editor and editor-in-chief at daily and weekly newspapers across Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.

Hidden gem nature reserve Kingfishers Bridge to host family open weekend

09 July 2025
Hidden gem nature reserve Kingfishers Bridge to host family open weekend

Hidden gem nature reserve Kingfishers Bridge to host family open weekend

09 July 2025

Explore wetland and meadow habitat, enjoy activities and tours.


Could protection order stop nuisance car meets and racers at Milton Park & Ride site?

07 July 2025
Could protection order stop nuisance car meets and racers at Milton Park & Ride site?

Could protection order stop nuisance car meets and racers at Milton Park & Ride site?

07 July 2025

Council consults on measure to tackle anti-social behaviour.


Water supplies restored after failure of Cambourne pump, says Cambridge Water

06 July 2025
Water supplies restored after failure of Cambourne pump, says Cambridge Water

Water supplies restored after failure of Cambourne pump, says Cambridge Water

06 July 2025

Engineers were sent to fix the problem.


From researcher to patient: Why Dr Jane Gray tackled Race for Life Cambridge 2025

05 July 2025
From researcher to patient: Why Dr Jane Gray tackled Race for Life Cambridge 2025

From researcher to patient: Why Dr Jane Gray tackled Race for Life Cambridge 2025

05 July 2025

The CRUK Cambridge Institute scientist is undergoing breast cancer treatment.


Final call for entries to Cambridge Independent Business Awards 2025

04 July 2025
Final call for entries to Cambridge Independent Business Awards 2025

Final call for entries to Cambridge Independent Business Awards 2025

04 July 2025

There are 14 categories to choose from - but hurry!


25 years on from first draft of human genome - and the progress has been astonishing

04 July 2025
25 years on from first draft of human genome - and the progress has been astonishing

25 years on from first draft of human genome - and the progress has been astonishing

04 July 2025

First draft took 10 years, now we can sequence a genome in under 12 minutes, says Wellcome Sanger Institute.


Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust is 30 - and just look at what it has achieved

04 July 2025
Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust is 30 - and just look at what it has achieved

Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust is 30 - and just look at what it has achieved

04 July 2025

A look at some of the many projects funded by ACT at Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie in Cambridge.


Asteroid named after Victorian astronomer who was the first woman at Cambridge paid to observe the heavens

03 July 2025
Asteroid named after Victorian astronomer who was the first woman at Cambridge paid to observe the heavens

Asteroid named after Victorian astronomer who was the first woman at Cambridge paid to observe the heavens

03 July 2025

Annie Walker spent 25 years as a ‘computer’ at Cambridge Observatory.


Consultation begins over Boxworth Gateway proposals that could bring 1,850 jobs

02 July 2025
Consultation begins over Boxworth Gateway proposals that could bring 1,850 jobs

Consultation begins over Boxworth Gateway proposals that could bring 1,850 jobs

02 July 2025

1.5m sq ft space plus community hub with cafe, nursery and gym proposed.


Death of bugs at wastewater treatment site caused unpleasant odour in Waterbeach

01 July 2025
Death of bugs at wastewater treatment site caused unpleasant odour in Waterbeach

Death of bugs at wastewater treatment site caused unpleasant odour in Waterbeach

01 July 2025

Unsuitable products going down customers’ drains can be a contributing factor, Anglian Water says.


50-plus pictures and video of Cambridge Race for Life 2025 in aid of Cancer Research UK

29 June 2025
50-plus pictures and video of Cambridge Race for Life 2025 in aid of Cancer Research UK

50-plus pictures and video of Cambridge Race for Life 2025 in aid of Cancer Research UK

29 June 2025

The 5k and 10k events have raised more than £200,000.


£57,000 and counting raised for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity at Star Shine Night Walk 2025

29 June 2025
£57,000 and counting raised for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity at Star Shine Night Walk 2025

£57,000 and counting raised for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity at Star Shine Night Walk 2025

29 June 2025

More than 550 took part.


‘Pill-on-a-thread’ test could be less invasive alternative to endoscopies for Barrett’s oesophagus monitoring

27 June 2025
‘Pill-on-a-thread’ test could be less invasive alternative to endoscopies for Barrett’s oesophagus monitoring

‘Pill-on-a-thread’ test could be less invasive alternative to endoscopies for Barrett’s oesophagus monitoring

27 June 2025

The condition is a known precursor to oesophageal cancer.


The amazing nocturnal world of tawny owls and owlets - seen at Kevin Robson’s Cambridgeshire hide

27 June 2025
The amazing nocturnal world of tawny owls and owlets - seen at Kevin Robson’s Cambridgeshire hide

The amazing nocturnal world of tawny owls and owlets - seen at Kevin Robson’s Cambridgeshire hide

27 June 2025

We visit a stunning wildlife hide for an amazing evening of photography.


Rapper Stormzy among eight to receive an honorary degree from University of Cambridge

26 June 2025
Rapper Stormzy among eight to receive an honorary degree from University of Cambridge

Rapper Stormzy among eight to receive an honorary degree from University of Cambridge

26 June 2025

31-year star established Stormzy Scholarship for Black UK Students at Cambridge.


Populations of Antarctic seal species halve over half a century as sea ice shrinks

26 June 2025
Populations of Antarctic seal species halve over half a century as sea ice shrinks

Populations of Antarctic seal species halve over half a century as sea ice shrinks

26 June 2025

Researchers at the British Antarctic Survey says trend is ‘deeply concerning’.


In pictures: Bioblitz at under threat Coton Orchard turns up nationally rare moths and 13 species of butterfly

26 June 2025
In pictures: Bioblitz at under threat Coton Orchard turns up nationally rare moths and 13 species of butterfly

In pictures: Bioblitz at under threat Coton Orchard turns up nationally rare moths and 13 species of butterfly

26 June 2025

Indicator species shows biodiversity of orchard.


‘It’s absurd’ - Quayside public toilets in Cambridge to close for good in middle of busy summer period

24 June 2025
‘It’s absurd’ - Quayside public toilets in Cambridge to close for good in middle of busy summer period

‘It’s absurd’ - Quayside public toilets in Cambridge to close for good in middle of busy summer period

24 June 2025

Opponents say city council should wait before making cut.

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Man in his 30s is third motorcyclist to die in a week on Cambridgeshire’s roads

23 June 2025
Man in his 30s is third motorcyclist to die in a week on Cambridgeshire’s roads

Man in his 30s is third motorcyclist to die in a week on Cambridgeshire’s roads

23 June 2025

His motorbike was in a collision with a car.


In pictures: 300 guests join Mills & Reeve for Botanic Garden reception

23 June 2025
In pictures: 300 guests join Mills & Reeve for Botanic Garden reception

In pictures: 300 guests join Mills & Reeve for Botanic Garden reception

23 June 2025

Clients and the wider community came together for the annual event.


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