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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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University college to stop arms company investmentThe decision comes after students took part in demonstrations and protests last year.
Human bones found by member of publicPolice put a cordon in place and say they are making inquiries.
County council leader confirmed for second termThe Lib Dem councillor for Cambourne has been confirmed as the county council leader for a second term.
Knife-wielding robber jailed after taxi attackCambridgeshire Police says the driver thought he was going to be stabbed to death by Adam McDonnell.
Police seize more than 70 e-scooters and e-bikesMost riders stopped during a three-day crackdown were under 18 and one was aged eight, police say.
Cows get GPS collars to stop them falling into riverA council says two to four fall into the water in a city centre during grazing season each year.
Kitten stuck a week in pipe and cellar is rescuedLittle William evades capture for days in a protracted community effort to save him.
Barrett joins Cambridge as assistant boss Cambridge United appoint former Southend United and Bristol Rovers defender Adam Barrett as assistant head coach.
Support for relief road to ease town trafficA 15-minute journey could sometimes take 45 minutes - a "ridiculous" situation, says one resident.
Sewage plant objectors drop judicial review planAnglian Water is replacing its current facility near Milton with a new plant close to Horningsea.
Teen boxer punches down barriers for England debutJerry-Mike will represent England at a tri-nations boxing event.