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Members of the LRDG in the Western Desert, 27 March 1941

Memorial appeal for heroic World War II 'Ghost Patrol' soldiers

Lisa King and Kebba Cham

Lisa King and Kebba Cham

Melbourn care home duo honoured after 1,800 Black Swan Care Awards nominations

How colour can improve a disabled person's life and why choice is essential

Victoria-Jayne using the Priority Assistance service in Tesco with Raine aiding Victoria with her weekly shop.

Victoria-Jayne using the Priority Assistance service in Tesco with Raine aiding Victoria with her weekly shop.

How supermarkets and shops are improving in catering for disabled people

Victoria-Jayne Scholes with the Milano Cortina 2026 winter flame

Victoria-Jayne Scholes with the Milano Cortina 2026 winter flame

Winter Paralympic Flame is lit as president says 'it's capable of transforming lives'

Jamie, second from right, was first diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma in May 2023.

Jamie, second from right, was first diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma in May 2023.

Family's tribute to 'incredibly brave' son after battle with 'rare' cancer

Emma Rule, 54, founded Musicians Against Homelessness in 2016.

Emma Rule, 54, founded Musicians Against Homelessness in 2016.

Charity founder from North Herts 'surprised and shocked' by MBE award

Nutwood Pubs Toy Ride 2025

Nutwood Pubs Toy Ride 2025

Motorbike and Land Rover convoy brings more than £10,000 of toys to Lister Hospital

Chancellor Rachel Reeves removes high end cars from Motability Scheme in a move which makes people with disabilities feel like they are unworthy.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves removes high end cars from Motability Scheme in a move which makes people with disabilities feel like they are unworthy.

Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury

When my body says ‘hey I’m reaching my limit now’, my brain overrules and that is when it all comes crashing down

When my body says ‘hey I’m reaching my limit now’, my brain overrules and that is when it all comes crashing down

What is Disability Burnout? How you can cope with it

Alison (left) and Jenny (right)

Alison (left) and Jenny (right)

'Inspiring' swimming teachers still making a splash at 80

Mum raises funds to help secure future of 'much-loved' sports centre

For children with disabilities, playgrounds are often inaccessible, why are councils not making parks inclusive for all mandatory?

For children with disabilities, playgrounds are often inaccessible, why are councils not making parks inclusive for all mandatory?

My child has a disability - where can they go to play?

Police are appealing for information about the crash in Ickleton's Frogge Street.

Police are appealing for information about the crash in Ickleton's Frogge Street.

Tributes paid to retired headteacher who died in collision near Duxford

The scheme is designed to support enthusiastic young people by giving them access to equipment

The scheme is designed to support enthusiastic young people by giving them access to equipment

New initiative launched to help 'young creatives' by providing them with equipment

Mark Pauley died at Fibre-Tech Industries on July 18.

Mark Pauley died at Fibre-Tech Industries on July 18.

Man who died at Royston factory named by coroner

Rabi Sheik was killed after the car he was travelling in crashed into a house in Royston.

Rabi Sheik was killed after the car he was travelling in crashed into a house in Royston.

Tributes paid to 'gentle and affectionate' teen killed in Royston crash

Gerry's wife helped launched the new fire engine named in his honour.

Gerry's wife helped launched the new fire engine named in his honour.

New Royston fire engine named in honour of ice cream man Gerry

Gerry Rowe died during an accident on Monday.

Gerry Rowe died during an accident on Monday.

Tributes paid to 'iconic' Royston ice cream man who died in accident

'I am going to explain to you, the true cost of my Motability car, not because I feel I owe it to anyone, but because I want people to understand'

'I am going to explain to you, the true cost of my Motability car, not because I feel I owe it to anyone, but because I want people to understand'

Do you get a free car because you are disabled? The Motability Scheme explained

Vic Ient cycled the 1,000 mile ride to raise money for Convoy4Ukraine.

Vic Ient cycled the 1,000 mile ride to raise money for Convoy4Ukraine.

Cyclist, 78, completes 1,000-mile ride to raise money for charity

Getting into sports can be hard, but finding a sport adapted to your disability can be even more challenging when you don’t know where to start.

Getting into sports can be hard, but finding a sport adapted to your disability can be even more challenging when you don’t know where to start.

'I want to be involved in a disability sport, but I just don’t know how?'

The official opening was celebrated by residents, families, Quantum Care team members, health and social care professionals, and special guests.

The official opening was celebrated by residents, families, Quantum Care team members, health and social care professionals, and special guests.

New care home welcomes residents and families in Royston

Robyn Childs, from Therfield, Royston, took on the challenge on Sunday, April 27, in support of the National Deaf Children’s Society.

Robyn Childs, from Therfield, Royston, took on the challenge on Sunday, April 27, in support of the National Deaf Children’s Society.

Therfield mum raises thousands for deaf children running London Marathon

Cameron Hamilton-Campbell

Cameron Hamilton-Campbell

Family pays tribute to 'beautiful, brilliant' son killed in Foxton crash

Andy McFadyen is nominated for the Funeral Director of the Year Award.

Andy McFadyen is nominated for the Funeral Director of the Year Award.

Royston hero nominated for Funeral Director of the Year Award

Jonathan and Rachael

Jonathan and Rachael

Addenbrooke's walking event encourages people to remember lost loved ones

Gail Kelly, joint owner of Margaret House in Royston, was named

Gail Kelly, joint owner of Margaret House in Royston, was named

Royston care home owner wins national award

Residents at Melbourn Springs Care Home were treated to a singalong session with a vocal coach to the stars.

Residents at Melbourn Springs Care Home were treated to a singalong session with a vocal coach to the stars.

Melbourn care home residents enjoy singing session with vocal coach to the stars

Care home residents celebrated National Puppy Day with a special visitor.

Care home residents celebrated National Puppy Day with a special visitor.

Melbourn care home residents celebrate National Puppy Day with special visitor

Mirka and Emma Anderson

Mirka and Emma Anderson

Royston author appears at London Book Fair for World Down Syndrome Day

Macey, 17, has gone missing from Bognor and may have travelled to Royston

Macey, 17, has gone missing from Bognor and may have travelled to Royston

Concern growing for missing girl who may have travelled to Royston

Tribute to former Freman College headteacher who put 'heart and soul' into school

Residents enjoying the company from the therapy animals

Residents enjoying the company from the therapy animals

Melbourn care home residents 'delighted' by visit from exotic animals

Annie Doyle Mascarenhas celebrating her 103rd birthday with Mayor John Rees and former mayors Mary Antony and Lisa Adams

Annie Doyle Mascarenhas celebrating her 103rd birthday with Mayor John Rees and former mayors Mary Antony and Lisa Adams

Royston Indian Society's oldest member celebrates 103rd birthday

Seven-year-old Chase Woolmington go-karting

Seven-year-old Chase Woolmington go-karting

'The need for speed': Young go-karting brothers race towards their dreams

Members of Rod Taylor's family unveil the new AED in dedication to him

Members of Rod Taylor's family unveil the new AED in dedication to him

New community defibrillator installed in tribute to dedicated paramedic

Ian Hirst receives his award from the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, Annie Brewster

Ian Hirst receives his award from the High Sheriff of Hertfordshire, Annie Brewster

Royston walker named 2024 Helping Herts Hero Award winner

Andrea Burn before and after losing weight

Andrea Burn before and after losing weight

Slimmer set to share her secrets as she takes over Royston group

Steve Mallen received a CBE for his services to mental health and suicide prevention

Steve Mallen received a CBE for his services to mental health and suicide prevention

Bereaved father dedicates CBE to memory of his son

Cambridgeshire ACRE offers community hubs in rural areas

Cambridgeshire ACRE offers community hubs in rural areas

Gas company partners with Cambridgeshire ACRE to support rural communities

Melbourn Springs care home residents enjoyed lunch at The Pheasant

Melbourn Springs care home residents enjoyed lunch at The Pheasant

Melbourn care home residents enjoy community Christmas lunch at pub

Children singing carols to Melbourn Springs resident Anne Beard

Children singing carols to Melbourn Springs resident Anne Beard

Primary pupils join Melbourn care home residents for Christmas carol concert

A missing man from Royston has been found

A missing man from Royston has been found

Missing Royston man found safe and well

The latest meeting of the Pudding Club was attended by residents of Melbourn Springs and their families along with a special visit from the Mayor of Royston

The latest meeting of the Pudding Club was attended by residents of Melbourn Springs and their families along with a special visit from the Mayor of Royston

Melbourn care home launches 'Pudding Club' for residents and staff

Shirley Moore and Naomi Digby collecting for the Poppy Appeal

Shirley Moore and Naomi Digby collecting for the Poppy Appeal

Royston poppy seller Shirley celebrates 50th year of fundraising

John Holroyd (left) on his dream day out

John Holroyd (left) on his dream day out

Dream trip to IWM Duxford for Melbourn Springs resident

Joan and Barbara from Margaret House enjoyed a game of golf

Joan and Barbara from Margaret House enjoyed a game of golf

Royston care home residents surprised with trip to golf course

South Cambridgeshire District Council has received funding for mobile warden schemes

South Cambridgeshire District Council has received funding for mobile warden schemes

Local government

Mobile warden funding will allow older people to 'stay in their homes for longer'

Therfield pupils singing at the Age UK club

Therfield pupils singing at the Age UK club

Therfield pupils play with pensioner friends at Age UK club

Melbourn Springs Care Home is inviting members of the emergency services to a Blue Light Breakfast

Melbourn Springs Care Home is inviting members of the emergency services to a Blue Light Breakfast

Melbourn care home to honour emergency services with 'Blue Light Breakfast'

Chandra De Silva at the Letchworth Dhamma Nikethanaya Buddhist Temple

Chandra De Silva at the Letchworth Dhamma Nikethanaya Buddhist Temple

Melbourn care home resident with dementia chants fluently at Buddhist temple

Patricia Morgan and Marlene Lask

Patricia Morgan and Marlene Lask

Two friends at Melbourn care home celebrate birthdays together

PC Laura Meldrum

PC Laura Meldrum

Police officers awarded for saving man's life at Royston station