Bin Collections
As a result of the snow and ice, Greater Cambridge Shared Waste bin collection crews were not able to empty bins on some streets today. Bin lorries have only been able to safely empty bins on those streets that have been gritted as it is too dangerous and slippery for the vehicles to drive down […]
Tea, biscuits and a warm welcome
With the first real cold snap of Winter upon us, we are delighted to pass on a very generous invitation from both Barton Baptist Church and the Hoops to invite residents in for a cup of tea and a biscuit on the house between 2.30 and 4p.m. on Tuesday afternoons, beginning with the Baptist Church […]
Energy efficiency booklet
Energy Efficiency Upgrades and available funding for Cambridgeshire residents.
Leave Santa to deliver gifts this Christmas
In social media polls, 43% of people said they left presents under their tree ahead of Christmas Eve, which sadly can be a temptation for opportunist burglars. Police are asking people to consider hiding gifts away until Christmas Eve to help prevent burglaries in the run up to Christmas. Typically, the force sees an increase […]
Christmas Tree Lights!
Reminder that the Christmas Tree Lights will be switched on tomorrow (Saturday) between 4 pm and 6 pm. All welcome!
Elf sightings around Barton
Advent has begun and the village is overrun with elves bringing joy to everyone! Please keep your eyes peeled for these cheeky little creatures – reports are coming in that Christmas elf mischief has been spotted on the following streets: New Road – 4 elf sightings Comberton Road – 4 elf sightings Great Close – […]
Homes for Ukraine
Do you have a spare room that you could offer to a Ukrainian guest? If so, then please text the 88802 with the word “room” as the District Council would like to hear from you. This, of course, does not commit you in any way but will enable you to find out more about the […]
Teenagers Gathering on Jesus Green
DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR CHILDREN ARE? “Sorry to share more depressing news but it’s important to be aware if this. Keep your teens (and your selves) away from Jesus Green on Friday and Saturday evenings… I hope the police act. The following is being shared with various secondary schools: Just in case anyone wasn’t […]
Redesigining Freelancing Survey
Creative UK and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority launches Redesigning Freelancing – the UK’s largest freelance survey to improve working conditions and drive industry change Creative UK and the Combined Authority have launched Redesigning Freelancing, a collective initiative shaped by members and partners across the UK creative landscape to empower freelance workers and organisations to […]