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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.

Firefighters tackle ‘significant’ blaze at restaurant that left two people in need of treatment

14 August 2023
Firefighters tackle ‘significant’ blaze at restaurant that left two people in need of treatment

Firefighters tackle ‘significant’ blaze at restaurant that left two people in need of treatment

14 August 2023

A road is closed and residents are advised to keep windows and doors shut.


The UK-first lab offering Suffolk students extended reality teaching

30 January 2023
The UK-first lab offering Suffolk students extended reality teaching

The UK-first lab offering Suffolk students extended reality teaching

30 January 2023

SuffolkNews speaks to WindsorPatania Architects to find out how they designed this extraordinary facility that will transform learning and training.


What to look for when buying a mobility scooter

07 April 2022
What to look for when buying a mobility scooter

What to look for when buying a mobility scooter

07 April 2022

Sponsored feature: Three Counties Mobility explains what you need to consider.


‘I’ll report abusive drivers’ warns petrol station manager as he urges motorists not to panic buy fuel

25 September 2021
‘I’ll report abusive drivers’ warns petrol station manager as he urges motorists not to panic buy fuel

‘I’ll report abusive drivers’ warns petrol station manager as he urges motorists not to panic buy fuel

25 September 2021

The manager of a village petrol station has warned drivers against verbally abusing his colleagues and encouraged them not to panic buy fuel.


Air ambulances return to Addenbrooke’s following damage to helipad from RAF Mildenhall based aircraft

23 April 2021
Air ambulances return to Addenbrooke’s following damage to helipad from RAF Mildenhall based aircraft

Air ambulances return to Addenbrooke’s following damage to helipad from RAF Mildenhall based aircraft

23 April 2021

The US Air Force said it regrets the disruption caused.


Video shows moment air ambulance helipad at Addenbrooke’s is blown apart by US Air Force Osprey

22 April 2021
Video shows moment air ambulance helipad at Addenbrooke’s is blown apart by US Air Force Osprey

Video shows moment air ambulance helipad at Addenbrooke’s is blown apart by US Air Force Osprey

22 April 2021

Air ambulances is having to use the Cambridge City Airport helipad while it is fixed.


Covid-19 vaccine from Oxford University and AstraZeneca approved in UK - and mass rollout to begin

30 December 2020
Covid-19 vaccine from Oxford University and AstraZeneca approved in UK - and mass rollout to begin

Covid-19 vaccine from Oxford University and AstraZeneca approved in UK - and mass rollout to begin

30 December 2020

The Covid-19 vaccine from Oxford University and AstraZeneca has been approved for use in the UK.


What areas are in the new Tier 4 and what are the new Christmas Covid-19 rules?

19 December 2020
What areas are in the new Tier 4 and what are the new Christmas Covid-19 rules?

What areas are in the new Tier 4 and what are the new Christmas Covid-19 rules?

19 December 2020

Christmas plans are in tatters amid the rapid spread of a new Covid-19 variant.


How and when to see the ‘Christmas Star’

14 December 2020
How and when to see the ‘Christmas Star’

How and when to see the ‘Christmas Star’

14 December 2020

This month, look to the skies for an extraordinary sight - one that hasn’t been seen for nearly 800 years.


The three-tier system of Covid restrictions explained: Which tier is my area in?

13 October 2020
The three-tier system of Covid restrictions explained: Which tier is my area in?

The three-tier system of Covid restrictions explained: Which tier is my area in?

13 October 2020

As Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveils a new approach to coronavirus restrictions, how does it affect Suffolk?


Thousands of new homes proposed by developers

17 September 2020
Thousands of new homes proposed by developers

Thousands of new homes proposed by developers

17 September 2020

Find out what is suggested for your community with our interactive map as new towns and major developments are put forward.


Schools' staff tell of devastating impact of fire

06 August 2020
Schools' staff tell of devastating impact of fire

Schools' staff tell of devastating impact of fire

06 August 2020

Last Friday's fire at Duxford Primary School and preschool has destroyed parts of the building


Major fire at village primary school

03 August 2020
Major fire at village primary school

Major fire at village primary school

03 August 2020

Donations are already flooding in to a crowdfunder set up after Friday's fire at Duxford Primary School


When and how to see Comet NEOWISE tonight and throughout July in the UK - plus observing tips

13 July 2020
When and how to see Comet NEOWISE tonight and throughout July in the UK - plus observing tips

When and how to see Comet NEOWISE tonight and throughout July in the UK - plus observing tips

13 July 2020

Find out how to get the best views of this exciting and rare sight.


Vote for the best movies of the century so far

29 April 2020
Vote for the best movies of the century so far

Vote for the best movies of the century so far

29 April 2020

Pick your top five and we’ll reveal our readers’ picks in May.


Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

30 March 2020
Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

30 March 2020

Tickety Boo Illustration has created a picture for people to colour and display as a sign of appreciation for NHS doctors, nurses and other staff.


Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

30 March 2020
Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

30 March 2020

Tickety Boo Illustration has created a picture for people to colour and display as a sign of appreciation for NHS doctors, nurses and other staff.


Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

30 March 2020
Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

Show your love for our NHS heroes by colouring this and putting it in your window

30 March 2020

Tickety Boo Illustration has created a picture for people to colour and display as a sign of appreciation for NHS doctors, nurses and other staff.