Home   Sport   Article A second win of the season sees Wisbech Town up to fifth in the Cambridgeshire & Huntingdonshire Premier League Division One after Cambridge St Giles were beaten comfortably at Harecroft Road on Saturday. After winning the toss, the visitors elected to bat and, after losing an early wicket, got themselves to 174-5 before a late collapse left them at 204 all out from 43.4 overs. Josh Porter returned figures of 3-32 from 7.4 overs, Jonny Garner followed up last week’s six-wicket haul with 3-54 from 10, Kieran Haynes was 2-22 from seven, and there was a wicket each for Shalin Navishka De Mel and Joe Dunning. In reply, the home side put on 40 for the first wicket, when De Mel was caught behind for 23 off 23 balls, hitting three fours and a six. Fellow opener Gary Freear went for 29 from 36 balls and captain James Williams scored 27 from 41, but steering the side to victory were wicket keeper Josh Bowers and Jamie Seabrook who both registered unbeaten 55s. Bowers got his runs from 88 balls, with five fours, and Seabrook from 66 deliveries, with eight fours. March Town got their Division Three season off to a terrific start with a 138-run win at home to Ufford Park. The home side’s decision to bat did not look a good one when when they lost openers Shae Pooley and Mark Estall for four runs each. But Sam Robinson hit 25 from 41 balls, Toby Nulty 55 from 85 balls, including six fours, Brandon Phillips 38 from 44 balls and Lewis Welcher an undefeated 50 from 42 balls, with seven fours. Captain Callum Young chipped in with 19 as March posted 226-8 from 45 overs. Ufford Park made a reasonable start to their innings, their openers posting 19 and 20, but only one other player reached double figures as they were bowled out for 88 from 26.2 overs. Robinson took 4-16 from 4.2 overs, Pooley 2-17 from nine, Young 2-29 off nine and Harry Lefevre 1-21 from four. There was also a winning start for Chatteris, who annihilated Telugu Association of Cambridge in CCA Senior League Division Two. After being put into bat, the Cambridge side were skittled out for just six runs from 8.4 overs, with six of their side failing to get off the mark. James Wood finished with the incredible figures of 9-5 from 4.4 overs, with two maidens, and Andy Wool 1-1 from his four. In reply, the home side hit the seven needed for victory from nine balls. In the same division, Wisbech 2nd lost by three wickets at Cambridge St Giles 2nd. After deciding to bat, the visitors made a healthy 230-6 from their 45 overs, only for St Giles to snatch victory at the death with 231-7 from 44.4 overs. In CCA Junior League Four North, Wisbech 3rd conceded the game at Wimblington, whereas March 2nd lost by four wickets at City of Ely 3rd. After being put into bat, March were 139 all out from 27.2 overs, opener Robert Moden top scoring with 44. Ely reached 140-6 from 35.5 overs, Stuart Mills taking 4-20 from 7.2 overs, and Mark Deas 1-27 from eight. Wisbech 4th lost by eight wickets at home to Cottenham 2nd in Five North. After electing to bat, the home side were skittled out for just 38 from 20.3 overs, opener Samuel Booty getting 21 of those runs and another 11 coming from extras as five batsmen failed to trouble the scorecard. Cottenham knocked off 39-2 from 7.1 overs, Alfie Jagger taking 2-5 from two overs. In the Cambs Women’s Softball League March Marvels beat Newmarket by 46 runs. Marvels scored 196-2 (Emma Pyle 16, Laura Johnson 15) and Newmarket 150-5 (Laura Johnson 1-14, Kelly Baines 1-21). Next Saturday, Wisbech travel to play Burwell & Exning (noon start), March are at Huntingdon (noon), Chatteris are at home to Horseheath (1pm) and Wisbech 2nd entertain Milton (1pm). March 2nd are at home to Burwell & Exing 4th (1pm), Wisbech 3rd travel to play Wilburton 2nd (1pm), Wimblington host Chippenham 2nd, Wisbech 4th are at Cam Kerala 4th (1pm) and Chatteris 2nd are at Ramsey 3rd (1pm). Credit: ITV News AngliaFirefighters have likened an electric bike battery to a mass of fireworks - after a family whose home was destroyed by fire was woken up by the sound of explosions One person suffered severe burns in the blaze which began at around 4am on Tuesday and quickly spread to the rest of the house Cambridgeshire Fire Service warned it was seeing an increasing number of incidents caused by electric bikes - in particular those that had been converted using DIY kits Station commander Gareth Boyd likened the batteries bought online and often not adhering to EU safety standards "It's not just smoke that they give off," he said poisonous gases which can be bad for your lungs and anybody close to them "But when the battery fails they go into what's called thermal runaway and essentially each battery cell turns into a Roman candle and they will explode and go flying across the room." Mr Boyd said firefighters arrived at the house on Lake Court in Wisbech around 15 minutes after being called but the blaze had already spread to every part of the house brother Nikita and sister Sofia lived in the house "We've been working hard to keep this home and it's all just tragically disappeared over one thing that's happened last night - because of the electric bike that's set fire to our whole house," he said Raul's brother Nikita remains in hospital with severe burns although the family hopes he could be discharged as soon as Wednesday 'Take charge and be safe' - Safety tips from Cambridgeshire Fire Service cables and plugs provided by the manufacturers of a device; check they are the right voltage and are fully compatible with your device; Always charge devices while you are awake and alert electrical sockets are switched off and candles and heating appliances are off; Ensure you have working smoke alarms on each floor of your home Cambridgeshire Fire Service said it had already attended six fires in homes caused by charging lithium-ion batteries so far this year They have included a ground-floor fire in Cambridge earlier this month where an e-scooter and several power tools had been left to charge in the living room a kitchen fire in Soham caused by a charging console controller and portable power bank and a house fire in Peterborough started by a battery from a DIY home-conversion e-bike kit that people can use to convert a standard bike into an e-bike," said Mr Boyd can be highly dangerous and do not conform to the required standards to be sold in the UK." Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know Under-14 footballers from Wisbech Town have ended their first season together with a cup The young Fenmen were crowned Mid Norfolk Youth League cup winners after beating Fenland rivals Outwell Swifts Wisbech had taken the lead through a well-worked goal finished by Greg Sawicki and Brian Olise-Prince came close to adding a third after hitting the woodwork in the dying stages of the final The newly formed squad has gone from strength to strength this season putting together a meaningful unbeaten run which enabled the side to slowly climb the table and book their spot in the cup final Although they started the final as massive underdogs the Wisbech management team identified a system that suited the players' strengths and neutralised the attacking threat that Outwell had shown all season It is the third successive year that Wisbech Town's youth section has enjoyed success With the ongoing development of the Academy which will cover both Sunday and Saturday football next season the future is looking good for the development of the club’s future adult stars Home   News   Article A care home worker has shown her dedication to residents’ well-being with an unusual fundraising challenge Pamela Mulqueen from Dove Court in Wisbech raised £400 by sitting in a paddling pool of baked beans while staff and residents looked on The money will be used to organise a special day out for those who live in the home Manager Nicole Thompson said: "Pamela is always full of beans “This fundraiser is just one example of how she goes above and beyond for our residents “The whole home got involved in cheering her on and we’re all thrilled with the amount raised the residents will have the final say on how the money is spent Families can once again enjoy a summer of water-filled fun as Wisbech Splashpad reopens today (Friday) – just in time for the May Bank Holiday weekend Fenland District Council’s popular play facility in Wisbech Park will be open daily from 9am to 5pm the splashpad has been a much-loved attraction for residents and visitors alike offering a variety of water fountains and jets to keep children active and cool on hot summer days the council’s cabinet committed to making the facility even more appealing and accessible by agreeing a further £60,000 investment include the installation of a shaded seating area enhanced water features and a programme of landscaping works to further improve the surroundings The enhancements form part of district councillors’ wider Fenland Inspire a three-year initiative aimed at enhancing community sport leisure and open space facilities across the district the council’s portfolio holder responsible for parks and open spaces said: “We’re thrilled to reopen the Wisbech Splashpad for another summer of fun It’s fantastic to see families enjoying this wonderful facility and our planned improvements will make it even better for everyone to use We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors alike for a fantastic summer season.” of Wisbech Town Council and a district council cabinet member added: “The Wisbech Splashpad has been an amazing success since it first opened free space for families to enjoy during the warmer months We’re delighted to be reopening it in time for the sunny May Bank Holiday and proud to be investing further in the facility as part of our Fenland Inspire The facility was developed in 2022 as part of Wisbech’s Growing Fenland project and made possible thanks to funding from the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s Market Towns programme As well as the range of fountains and jets the Splashpad’s state-of-the-art features include sequenced displays touchpads to control water supply and an automatic timer to ensure that water is conserved when the facilities are not in use The splashpad will be open daily throughout the summer from 9am to 5pm with weekend opening made possible thanks to support from Wisbech Town Council A team of young hockey players is looking to make a difference in the community with a fundraising run Marshland High School’s Pink Ladies will be taking part in Lynn’s parkrun at The Walks in support of the Angles Theatre on Saturday The Wisbech drama company is volunteer-run and sees many of the students attend to take lessons It will be the eighth year that the Marshland squad has aided causes in the area they will have raised more than £25,000 overall “At a time when lots of media will point to negativity about our youngsters this group really is trying to crack that stereotype,” said head of PE Paul Swinburn the team has helped Fenland’s Women's Refuge “We are very proud of all the pupils who have ever taken part and you can see us run the event,” Paul added we will all be wearing our Pink Ladies hockey team strip.” Donations can be made here Pupils gained a first-hand experience of how our government operates as they visited the capital Children from Wisbech St Mary Academy made the two and a half hour journey to the Houses of Parliament they learned about the role of Parliament and the process of decision-making that shapes our country including the chambers where debates and discussions take place Each got the chance to engage and ask questions to get a deeper understanding of the legislative process and the significance of civic responsibility the group spent some more time exploring the city and had a ride on the London Eye The school said: “Our students returned with a newfound appreciation for the workings of government and the importance of participating in civic duties “This is a trip that these young people will remember for the rest of their lives “We are proud of our school council for their keen interest and engagement during this trip and we look forward to seeing how this experience will inspire them in their future endeavours” Head teacher Jaynie Lynch also praised the pupils and said: “I am incredibly proud of our children for their impeccable behaviour and well-mannered conduct during our visit to the Houses of Parliament in London “It was a joy to share this experience with them and witness their enthusiasm and curiosity “This trip has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on all of us." crews were called to reports of a house fire on Lake Court in Wisbech as well as crews from Norfolk responded to the incident One casualty was treated for burns at the scene The area will be reinspected later in the day to check for any hotspots The cause of the fire is believed to be accidental Click here to find a fire station near you Copyright and corporate identity Privacy Policy Accessibility Incidents Fire Authority Current Vacancies Emergency planning Organisation Structure Procurement Expenditure Senior Officer Pay Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters,Hinchingbrooke Cottage A key route linking the East of England with the rest of the country will benefit from a new scheme which will make the road safer for road users and those living nearby Work started today (Mon 24 Feb) on improvements to the A47 designed to cut road traffic collisions as National Highways works to reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured on the strategic road network The safety scheme features the installation of 20 new average speed safety cameras and associated signage along the A47 between Peterborough and King’s Lynn speed limits will be permanently reduced at the following locations: •    A47 Welland Road roundabout to Oversley Lodge roundabout will change from 60mph to 50mph•    Thorney New Cut roundabout to Thorney Toll will change from 60mph to 50mph•    Thorney Toll village will change from 60mph to 40mph•    Thorney Toll to Guyhirn will change from 60mph to 50mph•    Guyhirn to Wisbech will change from 60mph to 50mph•    Shoreboat Roundabout to Pullover roundabout will change from 60mph to 50mph Work on the £6m project is expected to be completed by this winter The first phase of work between Wisbech and King’s Lynn is scheduled for completion in May This will be followed by Guyhirn to Wisbech between May and July and Peterborough to Guyhirn between July and November National Highways Regional Director for the East region and we understand how important improved safety is to those who use this route as well as those who live nearby “Our work has identified sections of the A47 where we believe safety improvements can be made These changes to the speed limit aim to reduce the frequency and severity of collisions which helps keep traffic flowing and creates safer roads for everyone.” To minimise disruption to road users the works will be carried out on weekday nights and drivers should allow additional time to complete their journeys Diversion route for the first phase of works (A47 Wisbech to King's Lynn)•    During overnight closures between Wisbech and King’s Lynn traffic travelling eastbound on the A47 will be diverted onto A1101 at Wisbech Roundabout.•    Follow the A1101 and A1122 to the A10 to rejoin the A47 at Hardwick Roundabout.•    Traffic travelling westbound will follow the same diversion as above To carry out the work safely all laybys between Elm High Road King’s Lynn will be closed for the duration the works Further details of works and diversions as the scheme progresses will be available on our dedicated East Region safety scheme page of the National Highways website National Highways is the wholly government-owned company responsible for modernising maintaining and operating England’s motorways and major A roads Real-time traffic information for England’s motorways and major A roads is available via the Traffic England website, local and national radio travel bulletins, electronic road signs and mobile apps. Local Twitter services are also available For further information please contact National Highways' press office (24hrs) on 0844 693 1448 and select the most appropriate option: Option 1: National enquiries (9am to 5.30pm) and out of hours for urgent enquiriesOption 2: North West (9am to 5.30pm)Option 3: Yorkshire and North East (9am to 5.30pm)Option 4: West Midlands (9am to 5.30pm)Option 5: East Midlands (9am to 5.30pm)Option 6: East (9am to 5.30pm)Option 7: South East (9am to 5.30pm)Option 8: South West (9am to 5.30pm) Jeremy Ransome and family visit a village pub in search of the perfect Sunday roast… One of my adult daughters is a huge fan of Sunday roasts before she took off for university in 2023 she would visit a different establishment every weekend with her then-boyfriend to enjoy this most English of traditions and she wants none of this queuing up lark If she is paying with her hard-earned cash and me and Joanna agree on the prerequisites for our perfect Sunday roast And the eatery that fits all these criteria on one of those rare occasions when all the family was available my son Alfie and my other daughter Tilly and her boyfriend James decided to pay it a visit with seating also in the front room and a restaurant area at the back We were first served drinks - pints of Moretti lager and Somersby cider for the boys Pinot Grigio for Josi and cokes for the girls the boys and Josi had the same again and Joanna had a double vodka and coke - the whole drinks bill coming to a reasonable £50.70 where we found sheets and pencils so we could name them and tick what we wanted I’ve never come across this method of ordering before but it’s a great idea and means you can have exactly what you want for your £16 - that includes having more than one meat me and Alfie already opting for the broccoli bake Joanna and James all having two meats but most (not me!) deciding not to accompany roasties with mash One thing that often spoils an otherwise perfect roast for me is too little gravy with the vegetarian dishes accompanied by their own jug Assorted comments were that “the beef was really tender the carrots were beautifully sweet and the stuffing was something else” (James) “the honey-glazed parsnips were amazing and the pork crackling was superb” (Jo) “the cauliflower cheese was banging” (Tilly) and “the gravy was thick and juicy and the sprouts lovely and crunchy,” (Josi) but we were too stuffed to even consider them plus a list of hot drinks with the price ranging between £2.50 and £4 we sat for a while in the sunny beer garden for six roasts (£96) and drinks (£50.70) was £146.70 And did it live up to Jo’s claim of supremacy Drink: There was a good choice behind the bar and hot drinks too Click here to read Your Local Paper & Lynn News e-editions