Benefits of District Council’s cost-of-living support highlighted

The latest cost-of-living support that has benefited thousands of South Cambridgeshire residents has been outlined in a new District Council report.

electronRx joins forces with PHA Europe to enhance life quality for pulmonary hypertension patients

Cambridge, UK – 23 September 2024 – electronRx, a leading digital medicine and biomarker expert, is excited to announce its sponsorship of PHA Europe in support of their vision of better quality of life and finding a cure for pulmonary hypertension (PH).

Charity scoops award successes for new almshouse development

A Cambridge charity is celebrating winning three prestigious national awards for its new Passivhaus-accredited almshouses – and being shortlisted for a further accolade. Girton Town Charity’s Dovehouse Court development has won the Innovation For Living Award from the Almshouse Association, as well as two further successes in the British Homes Awards for the Later Living/Supported Living…

This year's Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival raises a staggering £35,000 for the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital

Over 600 participants took part in this year's Addenbrooke Charitable Trust's 18th Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival - bringing sunshine, fun and a big boost to the £14 million public appeal to see the new Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital built on the City's Biomedical Campus by 2029

Crossways wins prestigious award

It Takes A City has become the first organisation to be awarded the Gold Quality Mark for Excellence in Emergency Accommodation from Housing Justice.

Ukrainian Olena is grateful for the opportunity as she prepares for an exciting ‘new chapter’ of her life

“The support has been incredible and I feel motivated to work hard. It’s my mission to make this shop a success” The manager of a new charity shop says she is excited by the opportunity as she continues rebuilding her life away from war-torn Ukraine. Olena Kulaieva arrived in England with her husband, Maksym, and 11-year-old daughter, Natasha, in 2022 and has been working for East Anglia’s…

Cambridge MP gets kite project off to a flying start

On Friday 6 September 2024 at 1.30pm, Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, will celebrate the launch event of the Let's Go Fly the Kite initiative by adding a brick to a giant Lego sculpture of a new Science of Life Quarter in Cambridge.

Lily Arkwright brings ethical jewellery to Scotland with new Glasgow showroom

Glasgow, Scotland – Ethical jeweller Lily Arkwright is thrilled to announce the opening of its first Scottish showroom in Glasgow, bringing its stunning collection of lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and ethically sourced coloured gemstones to a whole new audience.

Cambridge Building Society Community Fund soars

First ever member panellist joins, fund goes from strength to strength with cash booster and game-changing grants awarded.

Hospice nurses awarded for their outstanding care in the community

Nurses, Michaela Hill, Gemma Powell and Sarah Pake receive a Cavell Trust Award.

First MRI Wrapped Scanner in UK - at Addenbrooke's in Cambridge - will help save patients' lives and thousands of pounds in healthcare costs

Going for an MRI scan can be a daunting experience for some patients but the simple act of wrapping a scanner in nature-themed vinyl designs has had some far-reaching consequences. Read on to find out more...

Creating Nature's Corridors celebrates success in five major 2024 awards

Cambridge-based charity Creating Nature's Corridors is experiencing a remarkable year so far, underpinning its impact and success through multiple award recognitions.

Support for local climate action in South Cambridgeshire continues with sixth round of Zero Carbon Communities grants

The sixth round of South Cambridgeshire’s Zero Carbon Community (ZCC) grants have been announced, distributing £125,000 across 11 innovative projects.

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We’d like to invite you to our lively Community Days at our Cambridge and Peterborough centres. 

Walkies! Paw-some dog walking challenge

Did someone say walkies? Arthur Rank Hospice Charity is excited by the return of ‘Lead On’ - it’s fundraising event for dog lovers.

Allia Impact relaunches free programmes to empower and support those with positive impact ideas

Allia Impact is excited to announce the relaunch of two of its most sought-after programmes. Designed to empower and support those who have a positive impact idea the "Start" and "Grow” programmes offer amazing opportunities for individuals committed to positively impacting their communities. Both programmes are fully funded by Cambridge City Council and so free to access.

2024 Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival 'the biggest yet'

Come and support Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust's 2024 Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival and help boost funds for their £14 million public appeal to build a specialist cancer hospital in the City, a first for the East of England

Bidwells are the first to sign up to Hospice Charity’s Money Multiplier Fundraiser

Bidwells are the first Corporates to support Arthur Rank Hospice Charity’s Money Multiplier fundraiser

Lily Arkwright Launches Community Grants To Celebrates New Showrooms in Glasgow and Bristol

Lily Arkwright is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new showrooms in Bristol and Glasgow, set for September 2024.

CBM UK’s See the Way project conclusion: Transforming Eye Health in Rural Rwanda

CBM UK is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of their three-year See the Way project, preventing and treating avoidable blindness in Rwanda. Funded by generous CBM UK supporters and the UK government through the UK Aid Match scheme, this project has significantly improved the quality of life for thousands of people across Rwanda.

Quarterly Economic Survey Q3 is now live!

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Abbey People call for organisations to support the Abbey Works Health and Employment Hub

Abbey People is calling on local businesses and organisations to get involved with the Abbey Works Health and Employment Hub by offering mentorship, work experience, and shadowing opportunities. By partnering with Abbey Works, businesses can play a crucial role in helping individuals rebuild their confidence and skills, making it easier for them to transition back into the workforce.

Leading charity calls for runners in the 2025 TTP Cambridge Half Marathon to run for a new specialist cancer hospital

With places about to be released for next year's TTP Cambridge Half Marathon, Addenbrooke's Charitable Trust (ACT) calls for runners who secure a place to run for Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital (CCRH), a new world-class, specialist cancer hospital - a first for the East of England.

Sign up to join 2024 Bridge the Gap Charity Walk through Cambridge Colleges

Have you got your place to visit six Cambridge colleges at Bridge the Gap?

Rescue 999: Seconds to save a life

Magpas Air Ambulance writes: Channel 5 and My5 viewers will get a unique viewpoint of dramatic real-life rescues as an exciting new series immerses audiences in the lifesaving work of two of the region’s air ambulance charities, as well as other UK rescue teams covering sea, mountains and land. Magpas Air Ambulance and East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) will feature in the new six-part…