Inspire

Entrepreneur to launch mental health-inspired app dubbed 'a project of passion'

Jackson Howell, 33, of Fletton Quays, Peterborough, has been running his own business Riselabs since 2016 – and now he's preparing to take on his next venture with the OK Button app.

Jan 21, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Tackling the trash: Inspiring litter heroes keeping Peterborough tidy

The Covid pandemic has shed light on those who are constantly fighting to save lives and keep the country afloat, including health workers, postal workers, supermarket staff, and waste collectors among others.

Jan 14, 2021 1:15 PM Read more >

Cocoa crowned 'Changemaker' for feeding people and fighting poverty

Inspirational Cocoa Fowler has joined Marcus Rashford and many more to be listed as one of the Big Issue's top 100 'Changemakers for 2021' for his tireless efforts to help feed people during the pandemic.

Jan 7, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Christmas hampers will give families festive feast

Dozens of Christmas hampers will help make the festive period more special for families across Peterborough

Dec 24, 2020 3:00 PM Read more >

Music helping Xidus to inspire and empower

In a year when many of us have seen our plans ruined by Covid-19 Peterborough music practitioner and rap artist Xidus Pain has continued his great work across the UK.

Dec 17, 2020 1:00 PM Read more >

How our schools joined together to tackle mental health issues

Sixth Form students from Thomas Deacon Academy organised a virtual Mental Health Summit to identify barriers young people encounter when getting support for their mental health.

Dec 10, 2020 1:30 PM Read more >

Jason's community work is an inspiration for Bretton

Earlier this year Jason Merrill was given an special Mayor's Civic Award in recognition of his dedicated voluntary work with Bretton Parish Council over many years, alongside his work with charities such as Shine and Family Voice.

Dec 3, 2020 1:30 PM Read more >

Meet Gemma, the Living Sport Award finalist "loving life in the sports industry"

Living Sport Awards contender Gemma Stevenson "never dreamed in a million years" that she'd be named as a finalist.

Nov 26, 2020 1:00 PM Read more >

Aneesah aims to inspire others into police force

20-year-old Aneesah Nasreen Mahmood is an aspiring police officer who wishes to bring positive change to communities in Peterborough.

Nov 19, 2020 1:30 PM Read more >

My Lockdown: Noah enjoys fruitful 2020 as Peterborough Youth MP

Noah Salehi, a sixth-form student at Ormiston Bushfield Academy, became Peterborough's Youth MP in February with a record number of votes. Here Noah, who also works as a lifeguard at Premier Fitness, tells us about his year so far.

Nov 12, 2020 1:30 PM Read more >